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School board asks commission to consider $47 million facilities package; commissioners request detailed work session

Dickson County Commission · February 18, 2026
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Summary

The Dickson County School Board presented a phase-1 facility master plan and asked the commission for approval to spend up to $47,000,000 (including $17,000,000 from school fund balance and a requested $30,000,000 county commitment). Commissioners asked staff for a dedicated work session to review debt capacity and taxpayer impacts.

Representatives of the Dickson County School Board presented a draft facility master plan and a resolution asking the county commission to authorize spending of up to $47,000,000 for prioritized capital projects.

Dr. Christie Sutherland and Chairman Brogdon told the commission the board recommends using $17,000,000 from the school fund balance and requesting a $30,000,000 county commitment to fund phase 1 projects, which include classroom additions, HVAC and security upgrades, roofing work, auditorium…

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