Tag Archives: Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary

News that future improvements to Putnam County railways are possible, could revitalize train tourism. TDOT agreed on Friday to pay off an $8.5 million dollar loan taken out on the railroad. Friends of The Baxter Depot’s Jeanie Lee said funding being available to increase speeds and safety could be huge to future tourism. “It was such a good thing when ... Read More »

Monterey requesting to apply for grant funding to extend the Meadow Creek Park trail. Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said the $7,500 would be used for an additional mile if awarded. “Not too long ago the town officially opened up about two miles of hybrid mountain bike hiking trail at Meadow Creek Park,” Cleary said. “So, we’re just trying to apply ... Read More »

The town of Monterey has pledged $30,000 to go towards a concert coming this fall. The Board of Aldermen approved the expenditure in a special called meeting Thursday night. Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said the event is being organized by Magna 1 Lubricant Owner Chris Landers. ‘We’re extremely excited about it,” Cleary said. “I am glad the city managed the ... Read More »

Monterey is looking for residents to be a part of the town’s new video project. The town is accepting 10 to 15 second videos that capture locals enjoying the natural areas and small businesses of the community. Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said the clips will be included in a final video package that will be posted on multiple town platforms. ... Read More »

The town of Monterey could move forward with a master plan for Meadow Creek Park. Members of the Board of Aldermen heard from Olin Studios during a Thursday work session. The company has offered to create a master plan for the some 290 acres. The urban planning company estimated the cost to be $120,000 but dropped the price to $15,000 ... Read More »

Get your baskets ready for Saturday’s Monterey Easter Egg Hunt. Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said festivities begin at 10:00 a.m. “We’re extremely excited here in Monterey,” Cleary said. “Last year we got cancelled. The reason is probably well-known to everyone as we have been going through a pandemic. So, we are excited just being able to have an event that ... Read More »

Monterey unveiled its new town logo at the Bee Rock Overlook Wednesday. The design, which depicts the bluffs, was developed between a partnership of local businesses, past and present city officials and Tennessee Tech. Mayor JJ Reels said it is exciting to finally introduce the community to the logo after months of work. “Everybody worked really well together,” Reels said. ... Read More »