Tennessee Record
Putnam County
TR

Terry Randolph

Commissioner District 12026-09-01 – 2030-08-31

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Term ending Aug 31, 2030.

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Top issues during term (16)

medium↑Oct 2026[15]

early voting

Higher turnout might mean overtime pay for poll workers, but it's just standard election administration.

medium↑Oct 2026[15]

residential development

Property values in the area could see a boost, but taxpayers might eventually foot the bill for road and utility upgrades.

medium↑Oct 2026[15]

early voting turnout

It doesn't cost you a dime, but high turnout means the county might need to budget a bit more for staffing future elections.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

zoning request

Property development costs might edge up slightly due to the delay, but it protects nearby homeowners from sudden changes that could mess with their property values.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

affordable housing funding

This project relies on state tax credits to bring fresh housing options without directly emptying the local tax kitty.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

road construction

City funds are being used for the roadwork, but it should save drivers time and fuel by cutting down on idling.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

infrastructure project

While the exact price tag wasn't highlighted, investing in modern sewer tech now saves the city a fortune in potential cleanup and repair costs down the road.

medium↓Sep 2026[6]

Fairgrounds Land Use Survey

medium↑Oct 2026[5]

subdivision approval

Property values and tax revenues in the area could see a slight bump as new homes are built.

medium↑Oct 2026[5]

zoning variance

This project could boost local property values and create jobs, though specific tax impacts aren't locked in yet.

high↑Oct 2026[5]

burn ban

Zero direct cost to taxpayers, though it prevents costly wildfires that could damage local property.

medium↑Oct 2026[5]

election preparation

No direct financial impact on taxpayers is associated with reviewing these ballot measures.

medium↑Oct 2026[5]

sales tax revenue

Local governments now have extra cash in hand to fund community projects and day-to-day operations without needing to raise taxes.

high↑Oct 2026[5]

traffic camera purchase

While the exact price tag hasn't made headlines yet, buying and installing tech like this usually comes with a hefty municipal price tag.

medium↑Oct 2026[5]

subdivision review

Property values in the area could shift, and the county might see a slight boost in tax revenue from the new homes.

medium↓Sep 2026[5]

County Officials' Surety Bonds

Bond premiums involve county expenditures totaling specified amounts across multiple offices, including a $6,188,931 bond for the Trustee.

Decisions during term (31)

Recorded while Randolph was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved24-0Oct 19, 2026

Approve Landfill Expansion

approvedOct 19, 2026

Accept Quarterly Financial Reports

approvedOct 19, 2026

Surplus Equipment for Sheriff's Office

approvedOct 19, 2026

Surplus Equipment for EMS via Public Auction

approved24-0Oct 19, 2026

Approve Budget Amendments to County General Fund

approved24-0Oct 19, 2026

Approve Budget Amendments to General Purpose School Fund

approved24-0Oct 19, 2026

Approve 30 Notaries Public

tabled14-9Sep 21, 2026

Postpone Class III Landfill Expansion

approved23-0Sep 21, 2026

General Purpose School Fund Budget Amendments

approved22-1Sep 21, 2026

Updated Appropriations Resolution

approved23-0Sep 21, 2026

Election of Notaries

approvedSep 21, 2026

Approval of County Official Bonds

approvedSep 21, 2026

Recommends approval of the following equipment to be sold via Internet/Public Auction for Maintenance as follows: 2002 GMC Sonoma VIN#1GTCS145928187472 2004 Ford F150 VIN#2FTRF18W24CA60574 2003 Ford F150 VIN#1FTRF18W33NB05093 1998 Ford F80…

approvedSep 21, 2026

Recommends approval of the following to fill 4 vacancies on the Minutes Committee one year terms to expire September 2027. Parliamentarian Fiscal Review Chairman Nominating Chairman Planning Chairman

approvedSep 21, 2026

Recommends approval of the nominations to fill 2 vacancies on the Joint Economic Development Committee terms to expire September 2030.

approvedSep 21, 2026

Recommends the Nominating Committee's appointment to the Awards Committee for 2 year term to expire February 2027.

approvedSep 21, 2026

Recommends approval of the following to fill 2 vacancies on the Audit Committee. One vacancy term to expire Oct 2027 One vacancy term to expire Oct 2028

approvedSep 21, 2026

Recommends the following be appointed to the Agriculture Extension Committee: Kim Bradford - term to expire January 2027 Cathy Reel - term to expire January 2028

approvedSep 21, 2026

Recommends approval of the nomination to fill a vacancy on the Animal Control Board term to expire September 2030.

approvedSep 21, 2026

Recommends approval of the nominations to fill 3 vacancies on the Finance Committee terms to expire September of 2028.