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Rutherford County approves Smyrna development agreement to advance forensic center; vote 19–1
Summary
The Rutherford County Commission on July 17 approved a development agreement with the Town of Smyrna that clears the way for a county forensic center, associated water/sewer/stormwater work and a long-term maintenance plan; the motion passed 19–1.
Rutherford County commissioners voted 19–1 on July 17 to approve a development agreement with the Town of Smyrna that authorizes construction-related water, sewer and stormwater work and a long-term maintenance plan tied to a new county forensic center and an EMS station. The resolution authorizes the county mayor to execute the agreement and referenced exhibits attached to the resolution.
The vote followed questions about project funding. Commissioner Oliver asked for clarification after raising an apparent discrepancy in public statements about the budget, saying he had heard both $15,000,000…
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