Avery ISD Tax Ratification Election (TRE) passes

By LOU ANTONELLI

Managing Editor

Voters in the Avery ISD gave their seal of approval Saturday for the school district to take advantage of the state finance formula to restructure the tax rate.

Unofficial results pending provisional ballots and canvassing of votes are 218 for and 68 against the Tax Ratification Election (TRE).

The TRE will allow the Avery ISD to increase its Maintenance and Operations (M&O) tax rate by 13 cents. The tax rate would become $1.17, and would generate an additional $340,000 for M&O; there would be a $0.13 tax rate increase.

Of the $340,000, Avery ISD taxpayers would contribute approximately $65,000 and the remaining $275,000 would be contributed by the state.

“The Avery ISD appreciates the large voter turnout for our TRE Special Election,” said Supt. Debbie Drew. “Students and staff are thankful to be a part of a great community.”

Election Day voting was held at the Avery United Methodist Church.

Prayer for the schools

Clarksville Times Photos by Bruce E. Williams

A large group of local citizens gathered for the Community Prayer for Our Schools gathering that took place on the Clarksville High School campus on this past Monday evening. 

Students arrived on the Clarksville Middle-High School campus on Monday evening in order to participate in community prayer. 

Citizens listen closely as remarks are made during the Community Prayer for Our Schools gathering that took place Monday evening on the Clarksville Middle-High School campus. In addition to prayers that came from ministers, and community members, spiritual songs also became a part of the evening.

City Burn Ban is lifted

City of Clarksville announces the immediate resignation of City Manager Shannon Barrentine

Clarksville City Manager Shannon Barrentine submitted her resignation to the Mayor and City Council on Thursday, August 9, 2018.

"We wish Ms. Barrentine the best in her future endeavors," said Charlie Malone, Mayor Pro-Tem. "During this period of transition, the City Council and staff remain committed to serving the residents, businesses and visitors of our historic community."

Mayor Ann Rushing will serve as the City's administrative officer until an acting City Manager is appointed or the position is permanently filled. City Hall remains open from 8 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday, and citizens may continue to contact City Hall at (903)427-3834 for general, non-emergency assistance or 911 in the case of emergency.

City Secretary Tammy Quick has also resigned effective August 14, 2018. Ms. Quick is departing the City for a position with another organization.

The City Council will consider the resignations and interim staffing at a special called meeting for Monday, August 13, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.

Special city council meeting called for Monday as City Manager, City Secretary resign