Tag Archives: Alderman Bill Wiggins

Property taxes, garbage rates, and water rates will all likely be on the rise in the coming fiscal year as Monterey Aldermen work to balance the city’s budget. The board also agreed to no cost of living pay adjustment for city employees at Tuesday’s special-called meeting. Board Member Alex Garcia said city employees received a handsome pay adjustment last year. ... Read More »

The city of Monterey has formed an Athletic and Events Authority to help manage the growing use of athletic venues in town. Alderman Bill Wiggins spearheaded the project, which includes five members. Wiggins said the group will have the power to mitigate disputes and act as a sounding board for suggestions on improving facilities. “We needed to take some of ... Read More »

Monterey yard sellers may be moved to the city-owned parking lot south of the Monterey Depot Museum, reserving farmer’s market parking for its intended purpose. Monterey Alderman Alex Garcia said the city discussed marking off spots at the new location to allow the flea market sales to keep operating. He said this was the best decision for both the farmers ... Read More »

Monterey Alderman Bill Wiggins wants the town’s aldermen to establish a city manager position. Wiggins said that the need for the position is past due and that the increasing workload for city staff necessitates the position. Wiggins said the jobs consists of new opportunities to benefit the town as well as day-to-day operations. “We have a board of alderman and ... Read More »

City of Monterey passed its new fiscal year budget on the third reading. The final budget includes an assistant at the Monterey Depot Museum. Town officials will pursue grant money to help grow the fire department. The new tax rate is set at $1.36. The Water and Sewer Fund will receive $2,649,500 in appropriations. Nathaniel Green, consulting engineer for water ... Read More »

Clarification on the hiring process. That is what the Monterey Board of Aldermen sought to achieve during Monday’s special called meeting, but yet again, more individual disputes broke out. The lone item on the agenda was to review the power and authority of the board and Mayor in relation to the Civil Service Board. The three-member board serves as the ... Read More »

Monterey Alderman Bill Wiggins has challenged some members of the board regarding allegations made against him. At a previous meeting when Wiggins was appointed to fill the Ward four seat, Alderman Amy Martin questioned Wiggins about an alleged Tennessee Comptroller’s investigation. Wiggins said the remarks of alleged bank fraud and incorrect minutes harmed his reputation. “I have thought either a ... Read More »