Steve Smith
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 1
- Total speaking time
- 2:03
- Avg per meeting
- 2:03
- Segments
- 23
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Top issues during term (20)
Proposed Sale of Williamson Health Hospital
Sale proceeds flow to the county, and legal costs are being managed by routing communications through the mayor's office — something Commissioner Herbert wants changed.
Terra Vista Infrastructure and Bond Status
Not to exceed $13,500,000 in general obligation bonds.
School System Funding and Teacher Compensation
$100,000 reallocated from existing salary lines — no new money.
County Mayor's Office Staffing and Restructuring
An appropriation of $64,756 from unappropriated county general funds.
Certification of August 6, 2026 election results
Local tax dollars and municipal budgets could shift depending on the priorities of the newly elected officials.
Fiscal Year 2026-27 Capital and Operating Budgets
Impacts all Williamson County property owners and county service funding levels.
Temporary Political Sign Regulations on County Property
Potential $50 fines per violation, though enforcement remains largely unresourced.
Candidate ballot placement policy
Retiree Medicare Advantage contract
The contract affects county retiree benefit costs, though specific dollar figures were not stated in the minutes.
Early voting plans for November 3, 2026 election
Employee health plan pricing and design changes
Employees will face higher deductibles, out-of-pocket limits, and new or increased ER and urgent care co-pays.
Arno Road – Gosey Hill Road intersection improvements
County acceptance of subdivision roads (McDaniel Farms and Daventry)
County maintenance of these roads would shift upkeep costs to the Highway Department budget.
Ninth Annual Rollin Nolen Run road use request
Investing in these inclusive designs now means fewer costly retrofits down the road and happier, healthier neighborhoods.
Triune Subdivisions Traffic Signal Phasing and Development
Developer investment in required off-site intersection and traffic signal improvements.
Sheriff's Office Detention Division Quarterly Report and Staffing
Staffing and operational costs are supported by recent grant appropriations and internal efficiencies.
Residential Setback Variance for Peytonsville-Trinity Road Property
Resolves potential compliance issues for a residential structure without direct public expenditure.
New Judicial Center and Courthouse Acquisition
Acquisition of the property and subsequent construction will require significant bonding and capital outlay, with final figures to be determined during budget and bond deliberations.
Storm water waiver for Waterway Natural Area at Tributary Subdivision
2027 employee health plan changes
Projected savings of about $4.8 million if the deductible/out-of-pocket changes are adopted.
Decisions during term (153)
Recorded while Smith was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consider the minutes of July 23, 2026 meeting.
Item 1: Robert Russell Appeal (Bo Lane)
Item 2: Kathryn Manoukian Variance (123 Trinity Road)
Item 3: T-Square Engineering / Jim Cherry Rear Setback Variance
Approval of Minutes – July 22, 2026
Resolution SS-9-26-1: Authorizing Non-Binding Letter of Intent for Sale of Williamson Health to Ascension Saint Thomas
Resolution Concerning Williamson County Hospital Proceeds Exception
Resolution to Seek and Engage an Independent Healthcare Transaction Consultant
Resolution Repealing Policy and Adopting New Local Regulations Concerning Temporary Signs
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Approval of Minutes
Retiree Medicare Advantage RFP - Humana Selected
Employee Pricing Option on Current Cigna Plan
Spousal Surcharge Option on Current Cigna Plan
Plan Design Changes - Deductible and Out-of-Pocket
Plan Design Changes - ER and Urgent Care Copays
Approval of June 17, 2026 Minutes
Resolution Appropriating And Amending The 2026-27 Public Safety Budget
Resolution Appropriating And Amending The 2026-2027 Emergency Management Agency Budget By $102,087.84
Resolution Appropriating And Amending The 2026-27 Juvenile Court Budget By $2,250
Voting record (1)
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