CROSSVILLE CITY COUNCIL CONVENES TO TACKLE INFRASTRUCTURE, PUBLIC SAFETY, AND MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT
The Crossville City Council is set to meet for its regular session tonight at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 392 North Main Street. Led by Mayor R.J. Crawford, Mayor Pro-tem Art Gernt, and Council Members Mike Turner and Mark A. Fox, the council will address an extensive agenda covering municipal infrastructure projects, economic development, public safety initiatives, and key committee appointments.
Water Infrastructure and Public Works Front and Center
Infrastructure improvements account for a significant portion of the evening’s consent agenda. Council members will vote on first reading for an amendment to the FY 2026–2027 budget regarding the Water Treatment Plant (Ordinance 26-0375). Additional action items include:
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Final change orders for the Miller Avenue Water Line Installation and Pump Station projects.
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Approval of an Asset Management Plan contract and the purchase of Verderflex Dura 25 pumps.
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Consideration of accepting Stone School Loop as an official city street.
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A broader discussion on a comprehensive water rate study under general business.
Economic Development and Property Management
The city is evaluating several key real estate and commercial growth measures:
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Industrial Facilities: Review of a change order and potential transfer of the Industrial Spec Building to the Industrial Development Board.
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Property & Aviation: Potential approval to sell city lots on Dunbar Avenue, alongside a proposed Operating Agreement for a local flight training school.
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Roadway Expansion: Engineering contract approval for Phase 2 of the SR 462 Northwest Connector (Northside Drive, PIN 104963.02).
Public Safety and Community Appointments
Under public safety, the council will consider a Department of Justice grant application to fund new protective vests for the police department, as well as hold a discussion and potential action regarding the city’s Flock Camera System.
The meeting will also feature municipal appointments to the Airport Committee and the Cumberland Plateau Water Authority, local proclamations, a Chamber of Commerce report, and updates from City Manager Valerie Hale and the City Attorney. Public comment will be open near the start of the meeting.
