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Sparta has a new city administrator. “I really do appreciate it,” City Administrator Tonya Tindle said. “I’ll do everything I can to do the best job possible for the city.” The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved City Recorder and Certified Municipal Finance Officer Tonya Tindle to fill the position Thursday. Tindle served as interim since October after City Administrator Brad ... Read More »

The City of Sparta wants to use the Tourism Enhancement Grant on North Carter Street Park. North Carter renovations would mirror the South Carter Street Park and receive a new pavilion, walking trial and decorative lighting. City Administrator Brad Hennessee said completing the north side would complete the tourism project for the street. “We are hoping that we can show ... Read More »

Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a $5.4 million budget for the new fiscal year with no city property tax increases. The budget is the same amount as last year, but all the departments received capital projects in the budget. City Administrator Brad Hennessee said completing the budget during the uncertainties of Covid is a success. “We are glad ... Read More »

Renovations to McMinnville’s Civic Center should still be completed by September despite minor delays. McMinnville City Administrator Nolan Ming said with a project this size, you are going to run into problems you did not plan for. The combination of the smaller design problems caused the general contractor to ask for a 21 day extension. “We were surprised that we ... Read More »

The city of McMinnville wants to see the full financial impact of the coronavirus before continuing budget discussions. McMinnville City Administrator Nolan Ming said the city expected a significant drop in sales taxes and revenues. But so far, the numbers are better than expected. Regardless, the city still wants to wait for the final numbers to create an accurate budget. ... Read More »