Red Bank Soddy‑Daisy Foundation donates $23,500 for ballfields bridge; Coleman names planning appointees

Charles Ingle, speaking for the Red Bank Soddy‑Daisy Charitable Foundation, presented the City of Soddy‑Daisy with $23,500 to be used for a pedestrian bridge connecting the ballfields at the north end.

Hardie Stulce, son of Arnold Stulce, said the foundation’s funds originated when physicians sold the hospital (now known as Erlanger North) and placed proceeds in an endowment that generates annual interest. He said the foundation has provided more than $1 million in donations to each municipality over time and that the interest is distributed annually to support local projects.

Mayor Coleman announced reappointments of Rick Nunley and David Rodery to the Planning Commission for three‑year terms and said two new members had been appointed to the Zoning Board of Appeals, including Jim Biggs. The mayor also noted his granddaughter completed community service hours at the Soddy‑Daisy Senior Center.

Other board members used their closing remarks to highlight current and planned projects. Vice‑Mayor Jackie Penney called a recent workshop “very productive” and listed items the board is working on, including the Soddy‑Daisy Kids Club Park, Holly Park improvements, parking at the Gulf, renovating City Hall, and repairing Scramble Alley and related parking. Commissioner Everett said the city is pursuing grants and partnerships with state and federal programs and that staff are updating the city’s paving list. Commissioner Keith noted a ribbon cutting for Workout Fit and encouraged residents to clean yard frontages.

There were no public comments recorded. The meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.