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Cheatham County names MBI as architect for jail renovations; commissioners approve related contracts and EMS lease amid questions over extra hourly fees

Cheatham County Legislative Body · March 1, 2026
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Summary

The Cheatham County Legislative Body approved MBI Companies as architect for the county jail renovation and authorized the mayor to sign related agreements including a Stryker ProCare services contract and a lease with Pleasant View Volunteer Fire Department for EMS space. Two commissioners voted no on the package, citing concerns about extra hourly rates.

Cheatham County commissioners on July 19 approved selecting MBI Companies, Inc. as architect for a planned jail renovation and authorized the county mayor to sign related agreements, including a Stryker ProCare service contract and a lease for EMS space at the Pleasant View Volunteer Fire Department.

The motion to approve MBI as architect and to permit the mayor’s signature on the MBI agreement was made by Commissioner David Anderson and seconded by Commissioner Ed Greer. The package passed by roll call vote, 8 yes, 2 no, with Commissioners Gary Binkley and Ann Jarreau recorded as the dissenters.

Commissioner Gary Binkley objected…

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