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Cheatham County approves purchase of Leeland Station for new jail after contested public forum
Summary
The Cheatham County Legislative Body voted 7-5 to approve a contract to buy the Leeland Station property for a new county jail after public comments both opposing and supporting the purchase; commissioners scheduled a separate session to address school funding tied to the acquisition.
ASHLAND CITY, Tenn. — The Cheatham County Legislative Body voted 7-5 on Feb. 26 to approve a contract to purchase the Leeland Station property for use as a new county jail, following a public forum in which residents and local officials expressed both opposition and support.
County Mayor Kerry McCarver introduced architect Rudy Johnson, who presented the property plan and site layout. Opponents at the public forum included Ashland City Mayor Rick Johnson and several…
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