A survey of selected cities regarding the employment of an administrative hearing officer (AHO). Includes whether the position is full-time, or part-time, if the position is contracted and the nature of the contracted relationship. 

MTAS was asked how city funds can and can't be used for a metro committee and a future metro vote.

MTAS was asked to review wastewater facilities management agreement and state law governing wastewater treatment authorities, and determined that Authority is responsible for maintaining all sewer lines, including lateral lines.

A legal opinion from MTAS answering questions related to the use of poles in city right-of-way to mount communications equipment including backhaul towers.

MTAS was asked to review a letter from TWA related to a proposed ordinance the city drafted pertinent to cell tower siting.

MTAS frequently receive questions related to alcohol and beer laws in Tennessee. In an effort to assist municipal officials and employees with these questions, MTAS developed this guide that includes many of the relevant statutory provisions related to alcohol and beer in Tennessee. This guide does not include every statutory provision related to alcohol or beer, so the Tennessee Code will still need to be reviewed as questions arise.

An FAQ section addresses issues such as restrictions related to distance and number of permits.

MTAS has been asked by several city attorneys whether cities have any authority to prohibit mass gatherings and close businesses. This seems to be the question with which all cities are struggling because no statutory or charter authority is directly on point for a pandemic. The options that are being explored by cities are using the charter police powers and/or declarations of emergencies. Cities could potentially use a combination of both authorities.

MTAS was asked about the exercise of emergency powers and where emergency shelters for the homeless can operate.