Commissioners report CPR class, invasive-species cleanup and Arbor Day tree giveaway; Ravenwood wins history bowl

Several commissioners used the March 3, 2025, meeting to report community events and volunteer opportunities.

Commissioner Stanek thanked the Brentwood Fire Department and named Jeff Pinder and Scott Barnes for conducting a CPR class in February; she said the event was well attended and recommended it to other commissioners. Stanek also reported that the Environment Board participated in the regional "Weed Wrangle" event at Owls Hill Nature Sanctuary, where volunteers spent about two and a half hours removing invasive honeysuckle.

The Tree Board announced its Arbor Day celebration scheduled for March 29, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Brentwood Library. The board said it expects to distribute about 2,000 trees to the community, run a poster contest and a writing contest, and honor Kurt Bedner at the event. Commissioners noted the trees are native to Tennessee; one commissioner said the selection likely includes oaks and maples and that pecan trees are not expected this year.

The Historic Board reported on the Sarah Baird annual history bowl; Ravenwood High School won the trophy this year. The board also plans a planning session this week to schedule next year—s events.

Commissioner Travis congratulated the new assistant police chief, Nick Suri, and thanked the interim city manager, Jay, for assistance during recent interview sessions and scheduling. Travis said a meet-and-greet was held last week for five candidates; he said the candidates were "really, really impressive" and that officials were working to sign one candidate but had no announcement at the time of the meeting.

Administrative note: Mr. Pittman reminded commissioners that the April 7 Planning Commission meeting will start at 6:30 p.m.

The reports were informational and no formal actions or votes were recorded in the transcript for these items.