Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hendersonville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in environment
Autumn Creek stream improvement project
A creek running through Autumn Creek has built up sediment and is flooding neighbors' yards. A contractor has been selected at a bid below estimate, paid from stormwater fees, with completion expected by mid-December.
Old Hickory Lake shoreline stewardship
The Lakeshore Committee reported on its first year: a Corps of Engineers meeting, a 1,000-pound shoreline cleanup, a digital lake guide coming to the city website, and a planned life jacket loaner station at a city park.
Municipal Composting Program Research
A local resident raised concerns about the lack of public recycling drop-off bins for plastic bottles and glass, prompting staff to compile information on existing commercial and county facilities.
Winter Storm Cleanup and Infrastructure Recovery
City officials reported that cleanup costs from Winter Storm Fern have reached nearly $2 million, with over 95,000 cubic yards of debris collected. Contractors are expected to finish debris pickup within a week, and other infrastructure projects like LED streetlight conversions are underway.
Nonprofit Tree Bank Fee Waiver
The city voted to exempt qualifying nonprofits from paying tree bank fees, providing $58,000 in relief and refunds to Grace Place.
Commercial Aircraft Noise and Flight Path Concentration
Residents are dealing with a noticeable surge in low-flying commercial airplane noise over Hendersonville neighborhoods. The FAA's NextGen navigation system has concentrated flight paths directly over local peninsulas, causing disruptions and raising concerns as the Nashville airport expands.