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Livingston Aldermen Approve One-Time Bonus For Employees

Livingston city employees who worked during the pandemic will receive a $700 one-time bonus. The Board of Aldermen approved the $56,000 expenditure. Mayor Curtis Hayes said the checks will come out as quickly as possible. “They’ve all had face to face contact with the general public in this pandemic, and so, it’s very deserving,” Hayes said. “We got a little ... Read More »

Livingston And LRH Considering Crosswalk Improvements On Oak St.

The town of Livingston and Livingston Regional gathering price estimates to improve pedestrian safety around the hospital. Mayor Curtis Hayes said the proposed project includes flashing lights and speed humps at already established crosswalks. “The police department went over and put their electronic speed detector down, and the average speed I think Greg was 35 mph on Oak Street, but ... Read More »

Livingston Aldermen And Mayor Discuss Flatt Creek Road Water Project

A Livingston water project that would extend city water to Flatt Creek Road could be reconsidered. Alderman David Langford brought the item to the Board of Aldermen’s attention Monday. Mayor Curtis Hayes said the project has not been discussed for about a year. “We’ve had water in Hilham for a very long time,” Hayes said. “Now, there’s some creek crossings ... Read More »

Overton Declines Retail Consultant, City To Consider Full Price Tag

Livingston Mayor Curtis Hayes said Overton County will not pay half of the $30,000 price tag for a retail consultant. “They’ve declined the decision to pay for the other half at this time,” Hayes said. “So the city council will be talking about this next Monday night on if they want to pick up the complete tab.” Hayes said if ... Read More »

Livingston Spring Cleanup Week Starts This Week

The city of Livingston will be having Spring Cleanup Week starting Monday. Mayor Curtis Hayes said this event is a perfect way to get rid of their junk that’s cluttering up their spaces. “This is a good opportunity for folks to clean out their basement, their garage, or any discarded items they just don’t want anymore. City employees will come ... Read More »

Overton’s Christmas Parade and Christmas In The Country Cancelled

Overton County officials have cancelled the Christmas Parade and Christmas in the Country. County Executive Danner said hosting a parade would attract too many people from outside the county since most neighboring parades have already been cancelled. “If we have a parade here, everybody from every county around is going to pile in here,” Danner said. “Like when Allardt had ... Read More »

Livingston Signs Proclamation Highly Recommending Masks

The Livingston Board of Alderman Monday signed a proclamation for the city strongly encouraging all residents to wear masks and socially distance in public. The decree specifically recommends all churches, businesses and the school system to follow all COVID precautions. Mayor Curtis Hayes said Dr. Diane Sadler’s family played a part in creating the document. “I have spoke with the ... Read More »

Automatic Meter Readers Introduced To Livingston

The city of Livingston is considering a change to automated meter readers for the water and gas departments. The AMR system was presented to the Board of Alderman Tuesday. Mayor Curtis Hayes said the presentation was very informative. “It is just time to look at an automated system,” Hayes said. “The pay off on it will be in about five ... Read More »

Livingston Water Valve Emergency Repairs Underway

The city of Livingston has two valves in the water system that need emergency repairs. The valves are located by the Cumberland River at Butler’s Landing. Mayor Curtis Hayes said the valves control water intake from the river that travels 19 miles to Livingston. “If these valves do not open, they can be opened manually at times, but if the ... Read More »

Livingston To Hire More Firefighters After Family Loses Home

Livingston Mayor Curtis Hayes and Fire Chief Rocky Dial will work together to create a plan to hire two new firefighters. MTAS Fire Consultant Dennis Wolfe recommended to the board that more full time fire fighters should be added to the payroll. Hayes said the city can no longer rely alone on volunteers. “It was just time to review the ... Read More »