Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Coffee County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
14 issues in development
Old Courthouse ADA Restroom Renovations and Grounds Maintenance
A report on the Christmas lighting display on the Courthouse Square is planned, a seasonal tradition for the community.
House Moving Request on Normandy Road
A well-kept 24-by-64 brick house is being moved from Rutherford County to Normandy Road near the VA hospital to make way for a development there.
Pickleball Facility Site Plan Review
The planning commission was scheduled to review a site plan for a new pickleball facility located on Blanton Chapel Road, which could expand recreational opportunities in the county.
Pickleball facility on Blanton Chapel Road
A landowner proposed building a 9,000-square-foot pickleball facility on agricultural land to provide recreational options while keeping the property in greenbelt. Neighbors spoke in support, highlighting community health and youth engagement.
Industrial Board Operations and Economic Development
The county approved selling an 8.1-acre wetland parcel in the industrial park to R&R Holdings so they can build a roadway to their adjacent property. The land will not be used for construction.
Federal SS4A Grants and Local Match
Highway Superintendent Benton Bartlett reported securing over $500,000 in federal Safe Streets for All grant funding to conduct road, sign, and striping condition assessments across the county.
Animal Shelter Construction Deficiencies and Retainage
Construction on the new animal shelter is moving quickly, with road paving, canopy installation, and interior finishes nearing completion. Animal Control Director Craig Boyd reviewed appliance and shelving quotes totaling under $3,800, with plans to check for Home Depot community partnership grants first.
Lannom Library Property Deed Verification
Renovations for the Tullahoma library faced a snag when local code officials claimed the property belonged to the city, but historical records from 1962 proved it was deeded to Coffee County. The city has acknowledged county ownership, allowing the bidding process to move forward.
GIS Online Mapping Program Implementation
The county is launching an interactive web-based GIS mapping portal in partnership with OHM advisors and ESRI. This tool will allow residents and staff to instantly look up parcel zoning history, flood zones, and growth boundaries online.
Subdivision Process and Notification Concerns
Resident Sherry Etheridge raised concerns during public comment about past minor subdivision approvals and notification procedures. Commissioners and staff explained that public notifications are not required for minor subdivisions meeting existing zoning rules.
Road Access Variance Deferral
An applicant seeking a variance for an access-lot that does not abut a public road on Deer Trace Road requested a postponement until the July meeting.
Clarification of Urban Growth Boundaries and Five-Acre Minimum Zoning
Chairman Cunningham addressed public misunderstandings regarding county urban growth boundaries and the five-acre minimum zoning rule in A-1 districts. He presented acreage and population statistics to show that growth policies are functioning as intended without halting county development.
Health Department Facility Construction
The new health department facility is nearing completion with exterior panels and generator testing underway, alongside a state-funded $60,883 engineering change order to cover extra hours from change orders. Officials noted that the facility will feature a full-time primary care medical doctor, paid for by the state.
Mount Pleasant Cemetery Expansion
Mount Pleasant Cemetery needed more room as it was running out of space for burials. The board approved a special exception allowing the cemetery to expand onto 1.2 acres of donated land.