During the stay at home order, when many Tennesseans were working from home and limiting their trips to stores, more people did business here than they usually do. Revenues actually grew, reports show. “We say it all the time, ‘The money you spend here, stays here,’” said Covington mayor Justin Hanson. “When our residents were not traveling out of Covington to do their shopping … [Read more...] about Local sales tax revenues increased during quarantine
City of Munford
Employee raises, cop cars and fire equipment included in Munford budget
Employees are getting raises and the police and fire departments will be receiving new equipment after the Munford Board of Mayor and Aldermen passed its 2020-21 budget Monday night. All city employees will see their pay increase by two percent. Two new cruisers will be added to the police department's fleet and new fire department equipment includes self-contained breathing … [Read more...] about Employee raises, cop cars and fire equipment included in Munford budget
Atoka and Munford named top two most affordable places to live in Tennessee
Atoka and Munford have been named the most affordable places to live in Tennessee. The Smart Asset study ranked the South Tipton cities at the first and second spot in its sixth annual survey. Atoka has made the top spot for the last three years. Munford has ranked in the top 10 for several years as well. “I’m proud that the South end is doing well,” said Atoka Mayor Daryl … [Read more...] about Atoka and Munford named top two most affordable places to live in Tennessee
Tipton County will likely see $1.87M in local government grants
This summer Tipton County is set to receive $1.87 million in local government grants from the state for one-time, local expenses for the 2021 fiscal year. “Capital maintenance, public safety and road projects don’t pause for disasters like the March tornadoes and the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Gov. Lee. “This grant fund will ease the burden on local governments as they work to … [Read more...] about Tipton County will likely see $1.87M in local government grants
Cities go digital, space out participants to conduct government meetings during pandemic
Teleconferencing is nothing new, but it's not the way city business is usually conducted in the City of Covington. Joining mayor Justin Hanson, recorder/treasurer Tina Dunn and city attorney Rachel Witherington virtually were six aldermen – five of whom fall into high-risk categories should they contract the COVID-19 coronavirus – and several department heads. On the west … [Read more...] about Cities go digital, space out participants to conduct government meetings during pandemic
As confirmed cases grow, Covington and other cities declare a state of emergency
Covington Mayor Justin Hanson announced Monday afternoon he was issuing a formal declaration for a state of emergency. The mayors of Tipton County's other incorporated cities – Atoka, Brighton, Burlison, Drummonds, Garland, Gilt Edge, Munford and Mason – are expected to follow suit with the same declaration. "This is an effort to help mitigate COVID-19 in our cities," Hanson … [Read more...] about As confirmed cases grow, Covington and other cities declare a state of emergency
Need to pay your bills or conduct other government-related business? Here’s how you can do that
As the county moves into its second week of widespread closures, many local government offices and utilities have closed their buildings to the public and changed procedures for handling business. Here are the latest on closures, cancellations and changes in procedures as reported to The Leader: Atoka The lobby at town hall is closed to the public and town leaders are asking … [Read more...] about Need to pay your bills or conduct other government-related business? Here’s how you can do that
City of Munford: Avoid city offices unless urgent or unavoidable
The City of Munford wants the public to avoid its offices unless necessary. "As we continue to learn more about the coronavirus (COVID-19) and receive edicts from our president and state leaders, more precautions are being taken to protect our citizens, customers and staff," city recorder/treasurer Sherry Yelvington said via email. "In an abundance of caution, we ask you do … [Read more...] about City of Munford: Avoid city offices unless urgent or unavoidable
