Happy February 2014, LaVergne! A lot of news has been coming out of the city in the last couple of weeks, so it’s time to share some of the excitement, some of the weird, and some key personnel additions. Let’s…
What a dreadful winter, especially in light of its endless dreariness. While we can easily point our fingers in disdain at Punxatawney Phil, we know he really is just an easy target to blame for our unhappiness. The truth of…
During the past year, people have directed criticism at city officials because there was not a full-time city administrator. But there was someone at the helm all along. Bruce Richardson, the assistant administrator / city recorder, had been appointed to…
At the Board of Mayor and Aldermen workshop this past week, a special guest addressed our elected officials about the possibility of bringing in a city-wide trash service. Right now we have probably a dozen (give or take) private companies…
Say what you will, but I have started noticing a strong pattern set by our city officials. They are taking the lead in making decisions that are often controversial, but must be addressed. We know last year they increased taxes…
Oh what a happy day it is when I can go online and look at the city’s proposed budget, as well as view the board meetings where our elected officials make lots of important decisions. Isn’t it refreshing to have…
A long time ago, my old hometown newspaper would publish the names of delinquent taxpayers. I was always embarrassed that my uncle made the list every single year. I don’t know why he never paid his taxes on time, but…
So the Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted tonight to defer a vote on an ordinance that would ban parking in your yard. Understandably, people were upset. I live in a part of Lake Forest where there are LOTS of…
The ladies who work over in the Water Billing Department are some of the nicest city employees we have. And I have seen them deal with some VERY irate people in an incredibly professional and kind manner. I am so…
Now that the city tax bills have rolled out, money is coming in. This means we will soon begin seeing some of the major repairs outlined in last year’s five-year planning. Of course, the plan is not necessarily carved in…