I’ve had about enough of the myth that the water rates in La Vergne are outrageous and the highest in Rutherford County. I read somewhere that a Realtor is recommending people NOT move to La Vergne because the water rates…
Category: City Business
Board Meeting 11-1-11: On Fire and Sirens
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The meeting last night of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen was relatively short, but had a lot of punch. Here are some highlights from one perspective: Marina and Christian Deason – the mother and daughter who lost their house…
The Truth Without Hysterical Overreaction
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I attended the Board of Mayor and Aldermen workshop last Thursday. It’s true that the issue of a warning system was discussed in great detail. It’s true that a $2 p/month figure was thrown out. What is not true is…
The City’s Gonna Run Out Of Money, No Joke
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I considered writing up the board of Mayor and Aldermen Workshop and Meeting, but I’ll be honest- I’ve been exhausted and anything I wrote up could have possibly been full or errors and half-truths, and my promise to all of…
La Vergne Police Chief Ted Boyd Fired
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From the city’s website: Ted Boyd is no longer associated with the La Vergne Police Department. Boyd began as a patrolman in 1997 and was appointed interim chief from 1999 to 2001. He served as shift lieutenant before being named…
Liveblogging The Meeting: 6/7/2011
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5:54 Thanks to Mike Catanese, (again) I’m back liveblogging the Board of Mayor & Alderman meeting again! Yay for cool people with cool equipment! Thank you!! UPDATE: I also have failed to thank Cathy Catanese. She’s Mike’s wife and has…
Tonight: Workshop
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Here’s what the city says regarding tonight’s meeting: Today is the Board of Mayor & Aldermen workshop. A Citizens’ Forum is scheduled @ 5:00pm. Those wishing to speak must sign up no later than 4:45pm in the Board Meeting Room.…
There’s Good News And Bad News
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First, if you want to watch the Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting that was on the 3rd, it’s on tonight and tomorrow night at 7 PM. That’s not the good news, the good news is this: It’s time for…
This And That
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First, I’d like to thank my fellow contributors for carrying the site while I’ve been gone. I’ve had a lot going on in my personal life and have not been able to keep up. I’d like to offer some alternative…
Several Positions Open
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The City has several positions now open for anyone interested – both volunteer and employment. For jobs, here’s what is available: Circulation Super Assist Director (Posted 4/15/2011 until 04/29/2011) Recreation Intern 2011 (Seasonal) (Posted 4/21/2011 until 04/28/2011) StormWater Laborer 2011…