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What is a 287(g) ICE contract and who signed Sumner County on to it? This video goes into more detail and points out that our 287(g) contract can be ended at any time by those who have the authority to do so.
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January 31, 2026 at 8:33 PM
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SAID member Trae reads a statement from a lifelong Sumner County resident who lives in a mixed-status family. Her story is an example of how ICE presence and 287(g) contracts stoke fear within our communities.
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January 30, 2026 at 6:23 PM
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A local educator speaking out about the 287(g) agreement Sumner County's Sheriff signed in 2025. We have asked multiple times for follow up meetings to allow for full transparency and continue to hear nothing from the Sheriff.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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The Sumner County Library Board is grappling with a $321,000 bequest to the Hendersonville library, debating how to ensure the funds are used wisely while navigating city-county dynamics.

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Board discusses $321,000 Hendersonville bequest and who controls use of funds
The Sumner County Library Board discussed a reported $321,000 bequest to the Hendersonville Public Library, debated city–county ownership and agreed to coordinate a recommended spending plan with the county commission and Mayor Clary’s office.
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January 17, 2026 at 8:06 AM
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The Sumner County Library Board is pausing its decision on controversial juvenile books amid public outcry and legal scrutiny, planning a deeper discussion in February.

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Sumner County library board defers action on juvenile book reviews, schedules February work study
Facing public objections and legal concerns about transgender-themed books, the Sumner County Library Board voted to defer decisions, hold a February work study with directors present and authorize directors to mark the state report 'board in deliberation' to meet the Secretary of State deadline.
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January 17, 2026 at 2:00 AM
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Sumner County's ad hoc committee warns that volunteer fire staffing must double or triple to meet rising demand, pushing for a dedicated fire coordinator to streamline efforts.

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Sumner County ad hoc committee urges coordinator role to tackle volunteer fire staffing shortfalls
An ad hoc Sumner County committee agreed to recommend appointing a county fire coordinator/administrator and to invite CTAS for legal and funding guidance after concluding volunteer recruitment alone is unlikely to meet projected staffing needs; departments will supply roster and response data ahead of the next meeting.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:08 PM
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Sumner County is taking a bold step to enhance fire safety by proposing a new coordinator role to tackle volunteer staffing shortages—could this be the solution to their growing challenges?

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Sumner County committee backs adding fire coordinator to address volunteer staffing shortfalls
At a Jan. 13 ad hoc meeting, Sumner County committee members voted to include a recommendation to create a coordinator/administrator role to oversee volunteer fire departments after analysis showing current volunteer rosters may be insufficient; members also agreed to invite CTAS rep Mark Alley and local fire chiefs to the next meeting for data and guidance.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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After a heated debate, the Sumner County Commission has approved funds to engage an architect and build a temporary access driveway for the restoration of a historic house, but questions about financial authority still loom.

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Commission approves architect fee and directs $5,000 access payment for historic-house work after debate over authority
After extensive debate about who may spend previously appropriated funds, the committee approved a $15,000 architect engagement to advance restoration of a county-owned historic house and directed finance to process up to $5,000 for a temporary construction-access driveway while requesting controller guidance on procedures.
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January 13, 2026 at 10:56 PM
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Sumner County is one step closer to transforming shipping containers into affordable housing options as legislation advances to regulate their use—could this be the future of low-cost living?

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Legislative committee advances first reading to allow regulated use of shipping containers
On Jan. 12 the Sumner County legislative committee voted to advance a planning commission resolution for first reading that would remove the county's prohibition on certain shipping-container uses and send health-and-safety rules to a second reading next month.
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January 13, 2026 at 10:41 PM
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Sumner County is moving forward with a new finance director search, but a crucial backup plan was shot down, leaving the committee in a tight spot!

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Sumner County hires Sumter Group to run finance director search; committee votes down RFQ for backup contract labor
Sumner County’s financial management committee agreed to work with Sumter Group to recruit a new finance director and heard a detailed 6–7 week timeline from the firm, but the committee voted down a proposal to pre‑qualify contract finance labor as a contingency, leaving no formal backup in place.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:02 AM
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Sumner County is on the hunt for a new finance director, with the Sumter Group ready to streamline the search process in just a few months!

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Sumter Group to lead Sumner County finance director search; kickoff set for Jan. 23
Consultant Warren of Sumter Group told the Sumner County financial management committee his firm will build a candidate profile, advertise and source finalists; he estimated six to seven weeks to establish a pool but said the timeline can be accelerated. The committee agreed to a Jan. 23 kickoff and asked for a draft advertisement by Jan. 30.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:05 AM
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Sumner County is at a crossroads: without a formal ADA compliance plan, they risk losing critical TDOT funding—how will they move forward?

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Commission discusses countywide ADA plan amid warning of TDOT funding risk
Commissioners debated adopting a countywide ADA plan after officials said Sumner County lacks a formal plan and could risk losing TDOT funding; members differed over adopting the full plan versus a phased approach and agreed to place the item on next month's agenda for review.
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January 6, 2026 at 9:40 PM
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Residents are raising alarms over serious drainage and water rights issues on Wolfpack Way, leading the Sumner County Commission to hit the brakes on accepting the road.

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Sumner County commission defers acceptance of Wolfpack Way after residents cite drainage, water-rights concerns
The Sumner County Highway Commission voted Jan. 5 to defer accepting Wolfpack Way into the county road system and asked the school board to study alleged drainage and water-rights problems raised by local residents; the motion passed by voice vote with no roll-call tally recorded.
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January 6, 2026 at 9:35 PM
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The Sumner County Highway Commission has postponed the acceptance of Wolfpack Way for a month after residents raised alarming concerns about flooding and potential violations of water rights.

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Commission defers Wolfpack Way acceptance after residents raise drainage, water-rights concerns
After extended public comment about flooding and stormwater diversion tied to the Wolfpack Way project, the Sumner County Highway Commission voted to defer acceptance of Wolfpack Way for one month so the superintendent and the school board can develop a plan to address drainage and potential impacts on neighboring property owners.
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January 6, 2026 at 7:18 PM
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Sumner County's Innovation Center is launching tomorrow, offering students groundbreaking dual-enrollment programs in criminal justice, aviation, and health technology!

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Sumner County Innovation Center to host students, expand dual-enrollment and career pathways
Director Dr. Langford said Sumner County’s Innovation Center will begin hosting students immediately and described countywide partnerships — including criminal-justice dual enrollment, an aviation academy and a health-tech mentorship pipeline — designed to expand college-credit opportunities and community service engagement.
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January 6, 2026 at 7:17 PM
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Exciting developments in Sumner County as the Innovation Center opens its doors to students tomorrow, offering groundbreaking programs from criminal justice to aviation!

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Sumner County education committee approves CTE budget reallocation; director reports Innovation Center opens to students
The Sumner County Education Committee on Jan. 5 approved a budget amendment reallocating county CTE/CTA grant funds and heard Director of Schools Dr. Langford report progress on athletic facilities and the Innovation Center, which will host students beginning tomorrow.
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January 6, 2026 at 7:14 PM
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Sumner County is taking a closer look at 'Jackson's Law' to gain more control over landfill siting, but will it be enough to protect our communities and environment?

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Sumner County delays decision on adopting 'Jackson's Law' after landfill briefing
Sumner County commissioners discussed adopting 'Jackson's Law' to give the county more regulatory authority over landfills, heard legal guidance on zoning limits and a two-thirds adoption threshold, and voted to defer the matter to the Solid Waste Board for further review and consultant input.
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January 6, 2026 at 7:13 PM
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Sumner County’s volunteer fire departments face critical gaps that could be addressed through better data and coordination—find out what the committee discovered!

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Sumner County panel urges baseline data, coordination to address volunteer fire department gaps
An ad hoc Sumner County committee reviewed a CTAS study, public testimony and department budgets, concluding the next step is standardized baseline data on staffing, apparatus age and funding to guide incremental improvements rather than rely on competitive grants alone.
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December 17, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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Neighbors are raising alarms over a potentially disruptive tree-service operation in Sumner County, claiming the smoke and noise are affecting their daily lives and property values.

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Neighbors press board over tree‑service operations, burning and home‑business classification at Maxwell Ranch Road
Neighbors described persistent burning, smoke and equipment at 1123 Maxwell Ranch Road and urged the Board of Zoning Appeals to treat the activity as a major home‑based business; staff said the question is whether the operation exceeds 'minor' home‑business limits and the board deferred further action pending documentation and clearer evidence.
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December 17, 2025 at 5:33 AM
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Sumner County's legislative committee has hit pause on a crucial IT agreement with Gallatin amid concerns over server locations and a hefty unpaid reappraisal bill.

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Committee defers Gallatin IT memorandum after debate over server location and unpaid reappraisal fees
Sumner County's legislative committee deferred consideration of an IT memorandum of understanding with the City of Gallatin after commissioners questioned server location, the county's role as host or backup, and whether Gallatin has paid reappraisal fees the county says are owed.
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December 17, 2025 at 3:46 AM
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In a heated meeting, the Sumner County Library Board approved salaries for two new directors amid public outcry for pay transparency and staff stability.

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Sumner County board affirms start dates and budgeted salaries for two library directors after public pleas
After public comments urging stability for library staff, the Sumner County Library Board approved Oct. 31, 2025 start dates and adopted budget-line salaries of $60,416 (Westmoreland) and $61,322 (Hendersonville) following debate about pay parity and hiring transparency.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:59 PM
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Sumner County's opioid response committee is in hot debate over expanding its membership and increasing county commissioner oversight—will this change improve accountability or disrupt continuity?

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Sumner County panel debates expanding opioid oversight committee from five to seven members
Members and community speakers debated proposed bylaws to expand the county opioid oversight committee from five to seven seats, add more county commissioner representation, and change attendance/removal rules; changes will be forwarded to the budget committee and then the full county commission.
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December 16, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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Sumner County's committee is set to unlock crucial funding and enhance overdose mapping data sharing—could this be the game-changer for local recovery efforts?

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Committee hears $454,643.61 settlement check projection, agrees to explore OD maps confidentiality and reviews recovery coalition progress
Committee staff reported an anticipated settlement payment of $454,643.61, discussed using OD maps data more strategically and authorized staff to explore confidentiality agreements used in other counties; Thunder Prevention Coalition reported facility renovations and a planned move-in.
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December 16, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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Sumner County commissioners have made a controversial decision to deny crucial funding for the Election Commission, a move that could lead to higher legal costs and longer polling lines amid ongoing litigation.

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Commission denies some Election Commission funding requests amid pending lawsuit
Commissioners denied several budget transfers tied to the Election Commission’s move to Union School Road while the county is involved in active litigation; a commissioner warned the denials may increase legal costs if the county loses the suit, and members discussed asking the state legislature for help.
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December 16, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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Sumner County's Financial Management Committee is torn between a swift hiring process and finding the perfect finance director, as tensions rise over costs and timing!

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Sumner County committee debates outside search for finance director; concerns about timing and cost
Sumner County's Financial Management Committee voted to pursue additional candidates for finance director and discussed hiring an outside search firm (estimated $24,000'$30,000), with members warning a lengthy search could delay the budget process into spring.
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December 11, 2025 at 3:24 AM