Tag Archives: Proposals

White County received three proposals from private companies to operate its landfill. The request for proposals process opened in July. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said he has now sent the items to county commissioners for feedback. “It comes down to bottom line what it costs per ton to dispose of trash,” Robinson said. “So we as the county commission ... Read More »

White County requesting company proposals to change how its landfill is operated. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said the move continues his goal of revamping an aging business model. “We’re asking for what it would look like if they ran it,” Robinson said. “How would that work with the citizens? Is it affordable? Do we need to maybe look at ... Read More »

The Jackson County School Board will schedule a special called meeting to further review proposals to construct a new CTE building. The initial plans include a facility with four learning areas for trades such as HVAC. Director of Schools Kristy Brown called it the biggest project since the Jackson County Middle School or Dodson Branch School gym. “We want this ... Read More »

Seven parties have submitted proposals to provide preliminary engineering and design services for Cookeville’s proposed aquatic center. Leisure Services Director Rick Woods said the department is currently reviewing qualifications to determine the top candidates. “Once we get through this preliminary process and this preliminary engineering, looking at sites, talking with the community, determining exactly what it is we are going ... Read More »

Despite revenue loss due to the pandemic, the City of Baxter’s budget does not include a tax increase. Baxter officials met Thursday night to discuss the city’s budget. Mayor John Martin said he’s confident in their $1.8 million proposal. “From everyone that we’ve talked to as far as the businesses in Baxter, we feel pretty good at it,” Martin said. ... Read More »