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A Cost for Information in Tennessee?

Tennessee lawmakers are considering legislation that would charge the public to access public records. Photo courtesy: Grafixar/morguefile.com

Right now, accessing public records in Tennessee costs nothing more than your time. But that may change as the state considers legislation that would impose a charge. As it stands, records custodians can only charge for making copies. “Citizens want to view public records for a variety of reasons,” says John Dunn, a spokesman for the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office. “They want to understand more about how their government operates. “Perhaps they’re looking into situation involving spending and they want to see how their public officials are spending their money. Those are all situations where they would need to review public records.” The state is holding public hearings in Knoxville, Nashville and Jackson to gather feedback on the issue. Civil rights groups, including the ACLU, oppose the charges, saying they would create a barrier for information that should be readily available. Conversely, preparing records for public review can involve several hours of state employees’ time, and charging for access would help to recoup that expense. Hedy Weinberg, executive director of the ACLU of Tennessee, explains her opposition to the proposal. “A vibrant democracy requires a transparent government,” she states. “When you try to create obstacles to accessing records, you are putting a cloak upon all of what government does and trying to ensure that there is some layer of secrecy.” Dunn says the public comment will allow for a discussion on balancing people’s rights to information with the burden on the state to provide it. “I think the central question here will be balancing the public’s right to know and to view public records with the cost that governments may have when compiling records, redacting records and reviewing records,” he says. Many states don’t allow for the collection of fees to search and review records for public access, but others such as Alabama and North Dakota set hourly rates for those services. The federal Freedom of Information Act allows for agencies to charge for searching for and copying records, but not for redacting the information.

Tullahoma Airport Authority Well Prepared

(L to R): TAA Chairman Sam Crimm, Commissioner Randy Boyd, TAA Member Col. Jim Apple at the Clayton-American City Bank Terminal at the Tullahoma Municipal Airport

Tennessee Economic and Community Development Commissioner Randy Boyd made a brief site visit to the Tullahoma Municipal Airport last week to discuss with airport officials and economic and community development staff the impact of recent legislation affecting Tennessee’s airports and their capital improvement programs.
Airport Authority Chairman Sam Crimm and Authority member Jim Apple briefed the commissioner on the progress that had been made at the Tullahoma airport in the area of economic development and Apple stressed the importance of maintaining a strong facility improvement program for Tennessee’s general aviation airports. Tullahoma Area Economic Development Corporation (TAEDC), Executive Director Thom Robinson gave an overview of aviation and aerospace projects and facilities in Tullahoma.
“We have one of the top 5 general-aviation airports in the state,” said Airport Authority Chairman, Sam Crimm. “It’s a facility we are extremely proud of, and gives the city an edge in recruiting businesses.”
Commissioner Boyd noted the many improvements that had been made in Tullahoma and stated that the Tullahoma Airport Authority was very well prepared.

Weekend Sports Roundup

Caitlyn Moore of CHS soccer

Continuing their tradition of opening the season with tough non-district matches, the Coffee County Central High School Lady Raider soccer team traveled to Soddy Daisy on Saturday to take on the always tough Lady Trojans. In a game rained out on Tuesday, the young Lady Raiders took dropped a 5 to 1 decision to their sectional foe. Caitlyn Moore scored the lone goal for Coffee County off of an assist by Lexie Roberts. Ali Shelton turned away 6 shots between the pipes as goal keeper. The JV soccer team fell 4 to 3 to Soddy Daisy as Allie Amado, Sam Ellison and Jessica Bogle scored the 3 Lady Raider goals. The Lady Raiders travel to Murfreesboro on Tuesday to take on Murfreesboro Central Magnet who advanced to last year’s region tournament. That match is set to kick off at 5:00 PM.
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Keri Munn of CCMS volleyball

After getting 2 wins and a tie in pool play in the Donaldson Christian Middle School volleyball tournament on Saturday, the Coffee County Middle School Lady Raiders entered bracket play as the top seed in their pool. The top seeding earned them a spot in the gold pool bracket against other pool champions heading into the afternoon’s single elimination tournament. However, the Lady Raiders luck ran out there as they fell in the first round to eventual tournament champion Stewarts Creek. For their performance, the Lady Raiders claimed a 5th place finish in the challenging tournament field. CCMS head coach Lora Selvog was pleased with a pair of her big hitters as she was impressed with the play of Maddie Harryman and Keri Munn. The Lady Raiders hit the road on Tuesday for a match at South Lincoln. First serve is set for 5:30 PM.
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Julia Duncan of CCMS soccer

A pair of goals by Jade Arnold and Julia Duncan lifted the Coffee County Middle School Lady Raiders to a convincing 6 to 0 win over Algood Middle on Saturday. Anna Amado and Jenna Garretson also found the back of the net as the Lady Raiders improved their record to 2 and 0 on the season. The JV Lady Raiders completed the sweep for Coffee County as they dropped Algood 2 to 0 in their match. Coffee Middle returns to conference play on Tuesday afternoon as they welcome White County to their home pitch for a 5:30 PM kickoff. Thunder Radio will bring you the call of that match beginning with the pregame show at 5:20 as part of their Home Town Tuesday series.
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A 3rd place finish and an opportunity to play against older and more experienced JV squads was a good way to spend a Saturday for the CHS freshman volleyball team. The freshmen Lady Raiders competed in the Bradley Central JV tournament held in Cleveland. Coach Jon Spears and the Lady Raiders were able to compete in 6 matches in the marathon day as his freshmen got a pair of wins on the day and took 2 of their 4 losses to a decisive 3rd set. The freshmen Lady Raiders will be back in action on Monday as Warren County visits the Joe Frank Patch Memorial Gym. The freshmen play at 4 PM, the JV plays at 5 while the varsity match is set to begin at 6:00 PM.

Fatal Accident In Manchester Late Friday Night

An accident on Friday night in Manchester took the life of a local female.
According Dwight Vandagriff of the Manchester Police Department, the accident took place around 11:35pm and involved a pickup and a pedestrian. Vandargriff says that apparently 44 year-old Angela D Kline of Oakdale St in Manchester was walking across Hwy 55 near Coffee County High School when she was struck by the truck. Kline was pronounced dead at the scene.
Manchester Police, Manchester Fire and Rescue, Coffee County EMS and the Tennessee Highway Patrol worked the accident area as the highway had to be closed for a period of time.

Juvenile Petition Filed On Three Juveniles After Graffiti Found At Tullahoma Football Field

Apparently three juveniles will be facing charges of vandalism after graffiti was found at multiple places around Wilkins Stadium in Tullahoma on Thursday night.
The juveniles allegedly used spray paint to write double C’s in various places around the Tullahoma field, but the worst part was the vulgar paintings that were also part of the vandalism found by school officials on Friday morning. Tullahoma High School Resource Officer Joe Brown said the three individuals were seen on security in the bleachers at 9:44pm.
Apparently the youths allegedly involved are not part of the football team at Coffee County and two of them may no longer be students at the school.
The damage done in Tullahoma is said to be several thousand dollars’ worth. Tullahoma officials began covering up and cleaning the graffiti on Friday.
The three juveniles were given a petition to appear in court.

Tullahoma Police Needing Identity of Female That May Have Been Involved In Shoplifting Case

Tullahoma Police are searching for a person that is wanted for questioning about a shoplifting incident at Kroger on Friday August 7. The theft occurred around 6:45pm in the evening.
Tullahoma Police say that any information regarding the identity of the female would be greatly appreciated. If you know the identity of this person please contact the Tullahoma Police Department at 931-455-0530 or email Detective Rana Pawlowski at rpawlowski@tullahomatn.gov.

Flume Collapse In Shelbyville

A Shelbyville police car rests at the bottom of the collapse after Sunday’s rain… Photo by David Melson of the Shelbyville Times Gazette.

Another collapse has been reported at a large underground pipe in Shelbyville, according to a city official.
Councilman Henry Fieldhaus said a portion of the flume collapsed Sunday morning, between the fire and police stations, likely due to heavy rains over the weekend.
The flume leads the city’s storm water to the Duck River. It’s been in place since 1962. Fieldhaus said work on replacing parts of it was set to begin on Monday.
This work was set to cost the city $1.6 million, according to Fieldhaus. With Sunday’s collapse, the cost can only go up from there. Fieldhaus says he would like to look into the possibility of getting federal help, by having the part of the flume declared a disaster area.
There have been two previous collapses at the flume this year; one in June and one in January. (WSMV-TV)

Mach Tenn Running Club to Coach Couch to 5k (C25K)

Mach Tenn Running Club

The City of Tullahoma is pleased to announce the Mach Tenn Running Club’s Couch to 5K (C25K). Mach Tenn is taking the Get Fit! wellness program to the next level with the COUCH to 5K CHALLENGE.
This group training and exercise program does not require any running experience. It is designed to encourage, motivate and challenge the individual to compete with his/her peers. The Couch to 5K challenge will meet at the Tullahoma High School track around the Coach W.C. “Dub” Cooper Field Mondays starting August 24 at 6:00pm (If a THS activity is taking place, report to Frazier McEwen Park). Good news – the program is low cost and no prior running experience required. Runners are asked to pay the $25 entry fee for the Jack Dash, which is the ultimate 3.1 mile goal of the program.
Coffee County is ranked 72 out of 95 counities in the percentage of adults that report a BMI of 30 or more. The US average is 28% compared to Coffee County at 35.6.
Diabetes impacts many people in Coffee County and it is not a change you can live with, but this event is to encourage people to take the first steps toward a healthier lifestyle.
Tullahoma has partnered and challenges each runner to finish the Jack Dash 5k on October 25, 2015,” said Club President and Director of the C25K program, Kim Childress.
“The C25K wants people who want to complete a 5k and receive education and training from Mach Tenn Running club on topics that include running, nutrition, stretching and other fit choices,” said Mach Tenn Running Club Administrator, Melissa Miller.

8/25/15 — Dennis Bruce Brandt

Dennis Bruce Brandt, age 53 of Tullahoma, Tennessee passed away, Saturday, August 22, 2015 at NHC of Tullahoma after an extended illness.

Services will be held Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 11 AM at Grundy Street Church of Christ with Bro. Ben Flatt officiating.

Burial will follow at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens.

Visitation with the family will be Monday, August 24 from 6 – 9 PM at Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home.

Mr. Brandt was born in Manchester, TN on July 5, 1962, to the late Jerome and Georgia Tankersley Brandt. He was a member of Grundy Street Church of Christ. He enjoyed restoring classic cars.

He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Debbie Luna Brandt of Tullahoma; daughter, Julie Brandt of Tullahoma; brother, David Brandt and his wife, Becky of Ooltewah, TN; nephews, Curtis and Parker Brandt; aunts, Rachel Evans and her husband Stanley of Tullahoma, Doris Tankersley of Tullahoma and Cecilia Crane of Downey CA; parents-in-law, Bill and Ruby Luna of Tullahoma; brothers-in-law, Charles Luna of Tullahoma and Scott Luna and his wife, Shea of Lawrenceburg, KY and several cousins.

The family would like to sincerely thank and recognize NHC Healthcare of Tullahoma for the excellent service, love and support Mr. Brandt and his family received during his stay.

DAVES-CULBERSTON FUNERAL HOME IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS

8/26/15 —– Charles Ben Harvey Sr.

Dr. Charles Ben Harvey Sr. of Tullahoma passed this life on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at his home at the age of 87.

Dr. Harvey was born in Rockwood, TN to the late Charles and Margaret Hamilton Harvey.

He served his country in The United States Air Force and then went on to become a family physician and partner at The Brickell-Harvey Clinic in Tullahoma. Dr. Harvey was also a dedicated member of First Presbyterian Church.

He is survived by his loving wife Sue Lillard Harvey of Tullahoma; 4 sons, Charles B. Harvey Jr. and his wife Jennifer of Tullahoma, Steven Lillard Harvey of Tullahoma, John Michael Harvey of Columbia, and Robert B. Harvey and his wife Patsy of Nashville; and 5 grandchildren, Kathryn Harvey, Mary Graham Harvey, Robert Harvey, John Harvey, and Alyson Harvey.

Visitation for Dr. Harvey will be held on Tuesday, August 25th from 5:00-8:00 pm at Kilgore Funeral Home with a memorial service taking place on Wednesday, August 26th at 11:00 am at First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma.

Kilgore Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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