An MTAS Hot Topic providing resources on the 2020 Census impact on local finances and resources for getting a message out encouraging participation in the decennial count.

A Tennessee city requested information on whether or not it is legal to sell alcoholic beverages on election day. The author responded to the question letting the city know that neither the General Assembly nor the ABC have restricted sales on election days.

MTAS was asked to analyze several questions related to conflicts of interest provisions in the city charter and questions about the right of city to add charter provisions related to civil rights.

Job description for the position of Superintendent of Streets, Sanitation, and Parks.

This study includes the history, background, explanation, advantages and disadvantages used to support economic and industrial development, and alternatives to using TIFs in Tennessee; two case studies are included.

FY2008 annual report to compare the relative cost, efficiency and effectiveness of a set of municipal services by using a collaborative approach with the participating cities, and to set standards and identify "best practices" in municipal government for use and comparison by all Tennessee cities. Per capita average costs of providing police, fire and residential refuse services are presented.

MTAS was asked about the venue for municipal ordinance violations and whether the sheriff may enforce municipal ordinances.

Job description for the position of Laboratory Technician at a wastewater plant.

Council work sessions should be used to provide an opportunity to review complex or involved projects or issues, or to introduce topics requiring special attention and discussion by the board before the matter is placed on a future agenda for formal action.

Job description for the position of Citizens Information Television Voice Mail Coordinator.