The Williamson Primer

Volume 04 | June 20, 2018

How Policy Could Affect You and Your Business

For a recap and in-depth look at Wednesday’s State of the County , join Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson for the next Williamson, Inc. Town Hall , Friday, July 27, 7:30AM at the Columbia State Williamson Campus.

Williamson, Inc. Co-Hosts Debate for TN House 61 ^st District Candidates

Williamson, Inc., Williamson Herald, and Williamson Association of Realtors (WCAR) co-hosted a debate featuring candidates for the 61 ^st District of Tennessee’s House of Representatives, who are all vying to replace retiring longtime Rep. Charles Sargent.

For those who missed it, watch on YouTube courtesy of WCTV. Debate recap and candidate profiles courtesy of the Herald.

Learn more about the candidates and be sure to vote on Election Day Thurs. 8/2, or early vote through Sat. 7/28 (details, locations, etc. at WilliamsonChamber.com/Vote).
Not sure which TN House district you reside in? Two easy ways to find out:
Searchable map, courtesy of Williamson, Inc.
www.williamsonchamber.com/vote/district-maps
"Find My Legislator" tool through the General Assembly
www.capitol.tn.gov/legislators

Early Voting Ends 07/28 | County General Election, Primaries for State/Federal Offices

Thursday, August 2 is general election day for county offices and primaries for state/federal offices. But no need to wait until then! Early voting lasts through July 28 – during which time voters have the flexibility to cast their ballots at any of six locations .

On the ballot:

Voters select their party ballot upon voting AND choose preferred nominee for: Governor, US Senate, US House Representative (TN 7th District), TN State Senate (District 23), TN House Representative (District 61, 63, or 65), Republican/Democratic State Executive Committee

Cast vote(s) for: Williamson County Commissioner (up to two), FSSD/WCS school boards, and countywide offices

Be sure to visit williamsonchamber.com/vote for:

Information on candidates, including “Meet the Candidates” videos
Searchable maps to learn the district in which you reside for County Commission, WCS school board, and Tennessee House of Representatives
Links for election day polling location lookup

Points of Interest

As it concluded its term, the Williamson County Commission approved a $568.4 million budget, with roughly $350 million for Williamson County Schools:
“County budget committee approves $568.4 million budget, land donation for new park" – Williamson Herald, 7/3/2018
“County Commission winds down session with smooth passage of overall budget” – Williamson Herald, 7/10/2018
Williamson County, Tennessee: FY 2018-19 Budget

Compared to 2014, Williamson County sees uptick in early voter turnout:
"Williamson seeing rise in early voter turnout with one week left" – The Tennessean, 7/23/2018
"Williamson County early voting strong compared to other counties" – Franklin Home Page, 7/19/2018
“Williamson transportation summit looks at failed transit vote, considers the future” – The Tennessean, 6/19/2018

City of Fairview proceeds with 2035 comprehensive plan, first draft slated for February 2019:
"City of Fairview's new Comprehensive Plan in data collection stage" – The Tennessean, 7/13/2018

Rep. Charles Sargent is being recognized by Franklin Tomorrow:
"Sargent to receive Business Legacy Award at Franklin Tomorrow's volunteer awards event" – Williamson Herald, 7/14/2018

City of Franklin approved its largest-ever capital expenditure, a roughly $132 million water treatment project:
"Franklin will start $132 million upgrades to sewage plant" – The Tennessean, 7/10/2018
"Upgrades to water treatment plant now on tap for Franklin residents" – Williamson Herald, 7/12/2018

City of Spring Hill is evaluating development project priorities
“Special meeting Tuesday will discuss city’s needs and set priorities” – Spring Hill Home Page, 7/23/2018
“Spring Hill talks development project priorities, funding” – Spring Hill Home Page, 7/24/2018

Get to Know Your Local Elected Officials

Get to Know Your State Legislators

Williamson County Legislators:

Representative Glen Casada (House District 63)
Senator Jack Johnson (Senate District 23)
Representative Charles Sargent (House District 61)
Representative Sam Whitson (House District 65)

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Kel McDowell

Director of Government Affairs

kel@williamsonchamber.com