Tag Archives: Public Works Director Dillard Quick

Sparta picked its final design for the gateway monument project Thursday night. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen selected a granite stone with a matte black metal lettering. City Administrator Brad Hennessee said the monuments should be something the city’s proud of for generations. “It’s timeless and that’s one of the considerations that need to be taken into account when ... Read More »

Some 320 new water meters have been replaced in Sparta. Public Works Director Dillard Quick said the annual work is a part of Sparta’s meter program to get the city on a 10 year rotation. “Because once the meter gets to a certain age, the percent it reads what we would like is 98 or better,” Quick said. “But what ... Read More »

Sparta is considering repairs on the old Baker Elementary School with the goal to rent out the building. Public Works Director Dillard Quick and City Administrator Brad Hennessee evaluated the condition of the school Thursday. Quick said the roof is the main part that needs work. “Around the outside the rubber is pulled back from the gutter,” Quick said. “So, ... Read More »

The city of Sparta wants to add sewer pump cleaning contracts to its next budget after a company successfully cleared all stations. The public works department paid $8,000 for a contractor this week. Director Dillard Quick said that is worth the price considering the equipment needed. “The reason we had the contractor come in the truck that they are using ... Read More »

Sparta has been able to replace the LED lights on the South Carter Street walking trails after shipping delays. Public Works Director Dillard Quick said the city ordered the new new bulbs before Christmas, but have gotten them in and replaced. Quick said there were about eight to ten lights out on this popular trail. “We have the police chief, ... Read More »

The Sparta Police Department is on its way to having a new evidence building. Public Works Director Dillard Quick said the concrete slab was poured this week and expects to begin framing next week. Quick said he anticipates finishing the project in the next three weeks, solving a long-time need for the police department. “It’s probably been on the radar ... Read More »

Sparta’s city caboose will have a new home at the head of the downtown walking trail. The city built a three foot deep rock pad for the caboose to sit on. Public Works Director Dillard Quick said the train car will add a unique aspect to the trail. “A moving company is going to move it for us cause we ... Read More »