MTAS was asked how a fire department might receive credit from the ISO for volunteers who ride out at the fire station. Two key points to an acceptable written policy are the establishment of work shifts and receiving prior approval before working a shift. More information is provided in the attached letter.

MTAS was asked to evaluate costs of town crews for collection of refuse and recycling materials for the Town of Dandridge, Tennessee.

Seven Tennessee cities responded to a survey regarding property acquisition and whether or not the city has developed a Manager's Tool Box containing policies, procedures, forms or a purchasing card.

A study of legal cases which pertain to differential water and sewer rates, dealing with unpaid utility bills, and the authority to charge fire hydrant fees.

MTAS was asked whether the County can provide sewer service inside the city without the city's permission and whether the city can charge the County any kind of fees or charges to provide sewer service inside the city.

A survey of selected Middle Tennessee cities regarding IT staffing.

This survey's major goal is to identify gaps in Tennessee fire service coverage by comparing departments' personnel, equipment, and facilities against consensus standards, government regulations, and other nationally recognized guidance for effective and efficient firefighting practices.

MTAS was asked to prepare a sewer extension ordinance.

Job description for the position of Firefighter/Mechanic.

MTAS was asked to prepare an agreement for Cowan to use Winchester's drug testing program for testing its employees.