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Sumner County committee members on March 3 set a joint meeting with the opioid committee for March 13 to hear a nonprofit and members of the court system present a proposal to use the county-owned property (referred to in the packet as the \"Children’s Building\"). Committee members said the presentation will explain how the nonprofit would operate from the site and whether opioid-settlement funds could be used for acquisition or operations.

Staff told the committee the county’s packet included a 2014 resolution allowing the City of Gallatin to use a lot behind the former health department building and a lease document (pages 84–86 of the packet) that committee members said had not been ratified by the county commission. Committee members and legal counsel noted that the lack of a recorded commission vote means the lease’s legal status is in question and could affect future disposition or transfer of the property.

Committee members said the site currently contains abandoned vehicles and county equipment; staff described roughly 30 abandoned cars outside and several motorcycles, a Humvee and a volunteer fire-truck inside the fenced area. Committee members discussed options including a sale, a lease to the nonprofit, or a subdivision of the property to transfer part of it to the nonprofit while preserving other uses.

County legal counsel (Mr. Sidler) said he will research whether the county may enter a land lease that allows a tenant to make improvements while leaving those improvements with the property owner at lease end. Commissioners discussed ordering a fair-market appraisal if the county determines a sale would be considered. Several commissioners emphasized not rushing a decision and agreed the March 13 joint meeting should allow both the nonprofit and the City of Gallatin to explain their needs.

The committee directed staff to invite a representative of the Gallatin Police Department to the meeting to explain what items the city expects to retain or remove and whether the city needs storage at the site. Committee members also discussed the possibility that the nonprofit would purchase the whole property and negotiate any existing usage with Gallatin as part of any sale or transfer.

No formal disposition decision was made at the March 3 meeting; staff will host the joint meeting March 13 and report outcomes back to the General Operations Committee.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","General Operations Committee (Cam2) 3/3/25","oneSentenceSummary","Sumner County General Operations Committee set a joint meeting with the opioid committee March 13 to hear a nonprofit and judges on a proposal to use the county-owned \"Children’s Building\"; committee members discussed an executed but unratified lease with Gallatin and potential use of opioid settlement funds.","taxTitle","Sumner County, Tennessee","taxId",19115,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6297690,"Committee directs mayor to inventory vacated Gallatin Square courthouse and list items on county surplus",113,2761000,2874000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2508719-b5215a0705593a8d16bbd23aba6cf58d&start=2761&end=2874","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2508719-b5215a0705593a8d16bbd23aba6cf58d/thumbnail_2761000.jpg","/articles/6297690/Sumner-County/Tennessee/Committee-directs-mayor-to-inventory-vacated-Gallatin-Square-courthouse-and-list-items-on-county-surplus","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6297690-1ac62d07dfd736b129f4343ade9b53a1/orig.mp4?Expires=1771141648&Signature=FjMIJ0aHDP1pZpqNZk5AUx17agPTM1Q~PLhh127Rrvuq0cbPf5H7LfbtC8Dpta8CdAoSnZlg46f8T9TU7xjndTyvf34cq8~7BrbZJRT1kiQJDHMPPjekEA92JzlgE8bOd-0JrYynKuFqT4bBkkIYNwKKWKmi6oUdqll7I1c8oAB49Aga~nz1CRowtfGy-2hSKup5CiB8CeiRdW~ubmnwG3HUIw9uJUu~AuCDfPzj0msJEvpVbOVQdr39PVgNmwTdxRDNp4hoyo4TaOG9eTE2K4VDX0ieVsJFui7v6dbcuuU5C9kvvIHI89fsZOBAvA-sKM5dL3Z~tKdb3oGAQRdbYQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Committee directs mayor to inventory vacated Gallatin Square courthouse and list items on county surplus

The Sumner County General Operations Committee voted March 3 to have the County Mayor inventory contents of the vacated Gallatin Square courthouse and submit surplus items to the county surplus system (GovDeals), the committee decided.

Commissioner Jones moved the measure and Commissioner Dunn seconded. Committee members said the inventory is the preliminary step to determine interdepartmental reuse and, if unneeded, surplus sales or disposal. Committee members asked that staff run inventory results through the county surplus process first and then proceed to public sale if items are not usable by other departments.

The committee approved scheduling a follow-up on the item for the May meeting to review the inventory results and next steps. The vote was taken by voice and the chair announced the motion carried.

Staff said the inventory will be used to determine whether the building’s contents should be transferred to other county offices, placed on GovDeals, or otherwise disposed of. The committee directed that the mayor’s office proceed with the inventory and surplus listing and return to the committee with results and recommendations.

","Sumner County General Operations Committee voted to have the County Mayor inventory items in the vacated Gallatin Square (old courthouse) and put surplus items on GovDeals; committee set a follow-up agenda date in May.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6297693,"Committee debates architect fees, liability and scope for courtroom remodel; $20,000 engagement already approved",957,2959000,3916000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2508719-b5215a0705593a8d16bbd23aba6cf58d&start=2959&end=3916","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2508719-b5215a0705593a8d16bbd23aba6cf58d/thumbnail_2959000.jpg","/articles/6297693/Sumner-County/Tennessee/Committee-debates-architect-fees-liability-and-scope-for-courtroom-remodel-20000-engagement-already-approved","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6297693-5ddd9f8506bad6af34f6a22a11321819/orig.mp4?Expires=1771141648&Signature=QL2I3ix29I6H0Y2S5NM9u4SzFpt~iCig3gEGfCZANy7SaLGl~l~vHIuWHjiMZ5TG81dj-pdk~8u-o~-sKefwmMfsxrUYOFn0aMo8CdJM1TQ~v48GqJ3g3KggTZ8XIzjcO8hM1ji5arazmBIQsD0Od-UNs7HFS3kOrozzbAKlETDNMNYuJuuz7OjqEGo19EDMiNLh6uEhgpmLIlxs31IHz9rDtDCsI29mtlQA2Tqe1fvL1GfgVjI4rMp1Vxuq~sr~ZNhC2H35JC3o8IPIOl9bq2vU58i7e8qxQYEWFiPOhaan55rFI39O1UAIHi8yXhWNDPKsiy649CuQ2u6YgGff-w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Committee debates architect fees, liability and scope for courtroom remodel; $20,000 engagement already approved

Sumner County General Operations Committee members on March 3 argued over the proper scope and cost of architectural services for a planned courtroom remodel and related build-out work, weighing whether the county should rely on existing stamped plans or pay architects to perform new concept and design work.

Commissioners and staff discussed two proposals: a concept-design package from Architect Workshop for $5,000 and a full architectural-design proposal quoted at $13,200 by another architect (identified in the packet as Mr. Hood). Several commissioners said the two proposals are not comparable — one is a concept/duediligence deliverable while the other is a complete permit-ready design.

Commissioner Klein and others expressed frustration with paying for concept work that appears to duplicate pro bono assessments already provided, while also noting liability concerns if contractors must build to plans they did not produce. Staff noted the county had appropriated up to $20,000 in an earlier action to secure architectural services; that appropriation was presented as already approved in November and, at the meeting, staff said they had secured Architect Workshop services under that authorization.

Discussion focused on whether the county could use previously stamped plans ‘‘as-is’’ or should obtain a licensed architect’s sign-off to avoid future liability. Commissioners said contractors are reluctant to accept responsibility for documents created by others; one commissioner suggested the county likely would need an architect to stamp plans and warrant them for permit and insurance purposes, but that signing off should be less costly than a full redesign.

Committee members asked for Architect Workshop and other bidders to appear at a future meeting with a complete package that clarifies scope (concept package v. full design) and any additional fees, including charges for meeting attendance. Staff said the firm would present a packet next month and that the county would retain the ability to alter scope and pursue lower-cost alternatives where appropriate.

Commissioners also discussed potential remediation costs to bring the space up to code to keep EMS operations in the building, with a conservative staff estimate for remediation (including required one-hour fire-separation walls and other upgrades) described in the meeting as roughly $50,000 for the overall fix, though that figure was framed as approximate. Committee members requested clearer cost estimates and confirmation of what design scope is required to meet code and permit requirements.

No formal committee vote to authorize additional spending beyond the previously appropriated $20,000 was recorded at this meeting; commissioners directed staff to return with the architect package and clarified options.

","Sumner County commissioners debated whether to hire an architect to redesign courtroom space or to use existing stamped plans, and questioned paying $5,000 for a concept study when a full design was previously quoted at $13,200; the county previously appropriated up to $20,000 to engage Architect Workshop.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6297698,"Committee forwards Brown House restoration estimate to budget as residents press for preservation",2609,80000,2689000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2508719-b5215a0705593a8d16bbd23aba6cf58d&start=80&end=2689","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2508719-b5215a0705593a8d16bbd23aba6cf58d/thumbnail_80000.jpg","/articles/6297698/Sumner-County/Tennessee/Committee-forwards-Brown-House-restoration-estimate-to-budget-as-residents-press-for-preservation","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6297698-81c844b0662498e7591e88150ebdd5f3/orig.mp4?Expires=1771141648&Signature=BCW1xddRyd0Onl6xdWODWsd6OxduNPK6Ksxd0fZDpXopU00oWWZLvituFoLGkgDj6Yq9iyqhFsTSrJwGEKSpvulFMLY4jU5iX0DZHoA1C-pgIom8WolDDPZ2~b-0UyTOP7GeuTreyEdrA83iKIh2kkT0XM8sBRgEXh6OHg~zK2oKVMxz0tT4IxyhTtyq084SC6OPWp3KPdjhQNFQBK44ZwHLS20ZrvCKnoNStdJesMDoWuepqCfjtGZWbNa1BZms4a44BKUt~D3HpCigLYaiDukPFSuHDjoYmrX9rOlyKQClV-yEL7ewJItEWRHvDh4myJDreQlgjztkjPlnWsvFwQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Committee forwards Brown House restoration estimate to budget as residents press for preservation

The Sumner County General Operations Committee on March 3 voted to forward an exploratory contractor estimate for restoration of the Brown House to the county budget office, clearing the next procedural step toward starting tear-out and assessment work, committee members said.

The Brown House has been the subject of repeated public comment because a local donor left an intended gift to the county for the property’s restoration. Committee members and multiple residents said the county has not yet received the funds and urged officials to honor the donor’s wishes.

Family members and neighbors described the house’s local history and urged preservation. A resident who identified himself as Jim recounted family ties to the property and asked that the house be restored “so people can appreciate and use it.” Monica Brown said the family wants the home preserved and supported an exploratory process to determine needed repairs. Thomas White and Michael Clark, who live near the site, urged the county to form a committee and move the work forward so the structure does not deteriorate further.

Public commenter Laura Baker told the committee she believes Vanguard is withholding the county’s funds and suggested the county consider legal action if the trustee does not release money. Baker said the group submitted paperwork and has not received the funds; county staff confirmed at the meeting that the funds had not yet arrived.

County staff said a contractor, Century Innovations (Chris Cope), has provided an initial quote for exploratory work that would remove first-floor finishes and HVAC systems so the building’s condition can be assessed. Scott Shamrock, who briefed the committee, said the exploratory work would not include removing masonry and is intended to produce detailed options and cost estimates (options A–C) that the committee can use for budgeting and procurement.

Commissioner Miller made the motion to forward the contractor’s exploratory estimate to the county budget office for appropriation; Commissioner Jones seconded. Committee members discussed that the tear-out and assessment are the first step to determining an overall project cost that could range widely depending on the options selected; staff referenced capital portfolio pages 30–45 for the packet estimate. Committee members asked that the item be returned for committee review once budget staff vet the appropriation and the contractor provides bid options.

Next steps include the county budget office reviewing the forwarded estimate and staff scheduling further committee consideration after appropriation. Staff also said they will notify the family and provide estimates once the exploratory work is complete.

Votes at a glance: Motion to forward exploratory contractor estimate for Brown House restoration to the county budget office — Mover: Commissioner Miller; Second: Commissioner Jones; Outcome: approved (voice vote at committee).","Sumner County General Operations Committee voted to forward an exploratory contractor estimate for restoration of the Brown House to the county budget office after months of public pleas to preserve the historic property; funds from a $500,000 legacy gift remain not yet received, residents said.","actionData","errors"]

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