Tag Archives: Monterey

Monterey’s engineering team working on a water and sewer project proposal in conjunction with Putnam County. The town wants a portion of the county’s TDEC infrastructure money. Alderman Nathan Walker said the partnership would allow the purchase of a sludge remover for the water and sewer plants. “We were not going to be able to afford one our own, so ... Read More »

A firework show will return to Monterey for the first time since 2013. Alderman Nathan Walker said residents for several years have asked for the Independence Day celebration comeback. “We were actually approached with an opportunity of a potential event that would coincide with having a firework display,” Walker said. “It just so happens it’s just outside the Monterey city ... Read More »

Monterey Mayor JJ Reels officially resigned from his position Monday night. Before the Board of Aldermen meeting began, Reels addressed the town confirming his decision. “I’ve got some issues going on that being in a stressful position doesn’t make it any easier,” Reels said. “It doesn’t make it better, so, I think being the responsible thing to do is step ... Read More »

Monterey’s Mayor JJ Reels resigning before his term ends leaves the city without an official mayor for five months. MTAS Consultant Warren Nevad said that his initial recommendation to address this issue is to hold off on filling the role until elections in August. “If the mayor had resigned like a few months into his term and he still had ... Read More »

Monterey Mayor JJ Reels told city employees and Aldermen Friday he would step down as Mayor effective Monday. Reels cited ongoing medical issues as the reason. Reels said the issue is non-life-threatening. Reels said he would issue a statement before Monday’s meeting. Reels said he made the decision shortly after announcing in February he would not seek re-election. As for ... Read More »

The Monterey Finance Committee began the process of creating a new budget for 2022-2023 Thursday. Committee members heard requests from department heads prioritizing needs for funding. Chair Nathan Walker said supply and equipment prices rising is a main concern entering next fiscal year. “It’s going to hit us all,” Walker said. “I think all of us as citizens are feeling ... Read More »

A new small park has been approved at the Monterey Depot. The “pocket park” will be located in front of the roundhouse by the recently installed Ludwig Light. Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said the Depot Society will fund the project after the Board of Aldermen approved the use of land. “That’s an area that probably needs to be spruced up,” ... Read More »

More sports, creative movement and dance activities top the parks and recreation wants of Monterey residents. The results come from a recently completed ten-question survey. Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said some 500 people participated. “We’re going to take the survey results, John Ross (Albertson) is going to look at it and kind of come up with a plan,” Cleary said. ... Read More »

Monterey Mayor JJ Reels announced Wednesday that he will not run for re-election come August. Reels said he wants to step away from being a public servant and focus on his family life. “I just felt that I’ve accomplished a lot,” Reels said. “It was just time to step back. I’ve sacrificed a lot with my family over the years. ... Read More »

This week in the Upper Cumberland the Clay County Commission will consider a raise for EMS workers Monday. The one dollar increase made possible through a $18,000 payment from the county. Celina approved a match in December to assist in the cost. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. at the county service building. The Monterey Board of Aldermen will consider ... Read More »