Topic: Jeff Burkhart

City Council meeting deals with touchy issues with finesse

By Bill Larson | October 7, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville City Council met for their regular meeting last night where they tacked a host of issues; including the the Expansion of the Winn Materials Barge Port, creating a capital project for repairs to the Smith-Trahern mansion, and a proposal to expand the number of Package Stores allowed in the city.

The Barge Port was approved, the Capital Project for Smith-Trahern Mansion was approved, and the expansion of the liquor establishments was rejected. Read on for much more! «Read the rest of this article»

Apples for Education Campaign Brings in Supplies for Teachers and Students

August 19, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – Two local banks and their branches participated in the Clarksville Montgomery County Education Foundation’s “Apples for Education,” a school supply drive and donation campaign to stock items for the teachers’ free supply store. The campaign began in late July and ended on Monday.

Legends Bank presented $400.00 and between 400 to 500 school supply items. Cumberland Bank & Trust donated $68.00 and around 100 items. «Read the rest of this article»

City Charter Update

By Bill Summers | August 11, 2011 |

Mayoral Runoffs

Clarksville, TN – In the April 5th meeting of the Charter Committee a recommendation was made concerning the need for a runoff election for the office of mayor.  Both McMillan and Burkhart had supported the need for a runoff during their election efforts.  I have been on record as supporting a runoff also.  If you refer to the minutes of the April meeting, you will see the committee looked at five different options.  We had invited Vicki Koelman from the Election Commission to help us sort out the pros and cons of different options.

The committee, based on the information of issues and problems, decided on an approach that combined two of the options together.  This option would have the mayoral election set for August and a runoff set for November.  In addition, to avoid the confusion of running both the county and city mayoral elections at the same time in the same year, the city mayor’s race would be placed out of sync with the county by two years. «Read the rest of this article»

City Council Recap, February 3rd

By Bill Summers | February 4, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville City Council met in regular session tonight. They covered a variety of topics including the Pay Study, the Stipend Payment, Guns in City Parks, Council discontent on how the Hiring of Johnny Piper as CDE Superintendent was handled, a resolution to request that the power board and CDE Superintendent to step down, and Airport funding. The Clarksville City Council meets on the First Thursday of each month at 7:00pm. This is City Councilman Bill Summers recap of the session. «Read the rest of this article»

City of Clarksville kicks off the 2010 Christmas on the Cumberland celebration

By Bill Larson | November 24, 2010 |

The City of Clarksville last night kicked off the 12th Annual Christmas on the Cumberland, which continues until January 3rd. The annual free holiday display features over 1,000,000 individual Lights in a amazing Christmas display that spans the entire length of McGregor Park in Downtown Clarksville.

Entertainment was provided by the band Short Notice, a passionate group of musicians whose name is derived ability to work a set list as spontaneously, as they draw the attention of their audience in short order. The band invited children up to dance to their lively Christmas tunes.

Mayor Piper and his assistants moments after flipping the switch lighting the Christmas lights throughout McGregor Park

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The Election is over, and the results are in

November 3, 2010 |

Clarksville, TN – Across Tennessee yesterday, the  voters went to the polls to elect their representatives to variety of Federal, State, and Local offices. In Montgomery County voters cast ballots for the Tennessee Governor, Two congressional seats, three Tennessee House seats,  the Clarksville City Mayor, and half of the city council seats.

In the Federal and Tennessee Governor’s Race, Republicans overwhelmingly won in Montgomery County; and across the state. Tennessee will likely be moving to to a deeper shade of red, as the strong Republican majority will control the upcoming redistricting process.

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Where the local election night action can be found

By Bill Larson | November 2, 2010 |

Clarksville, TN – Now that the polls have closed for Election 2010 candidates and their supporters are gathering all across Clarksville to anxiously await the results. Here is the information on where to find and offer your support for the candidate of your choice.

For the latest results check the Montgomery County Election Commission web site, or listen live on WJZM 1400 AM. «Read the rest of this article»

Tennessee is raising the bar on standards in our Public Schools

October 27, 2010 |

The Clarksville Montgomery County School System in partnership with the Montgomery County Education Foundation, Tennessee Score, Austin Peay State University, and the Clarksville-Montgomery County Home Builders Association held “Raising the Bar for Students in Tennessee” an event where community leaders and elected officials gathered to hear information about the state’s new standards and assessments and their impact on students.

Tennessee is raising the bar for student achievement with higher academic standards in the classroom. The higher standards will help us make sure students are ready for college or for a career when they graduate from high school. That means the students not only master the basics like reading and math, but also developing skills that colleges and employers value – like communications, problem solving and teamwork.

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Burkhart campaign holds Military appreciation barbecue at the Clarksville Speedway

October 21, 2010 |

Mayoral Candidate Jeff Burkhart hosted a military appreciation barbecue on Saturday, October 16th for all active duty personnel, their family members and veterans. Approximately 400 people came and went during the two hour celebration. The food was free, the location was great and the weather could not have been any more perfect. Children played on the inflatables and people of all ages rode the train. “I’d like to thank everyone for their service to our country and a special thanks to the volunteers who continue to help us at these events,” Jeff stated in closing comments.

The “Burkhart Train” held an enthusiastic group of people showing their desire to elect Jeff as their new mayor.

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Jeff Burkhart holding a Military Appreciation BBQ at the Clarksville Speedway

October 15, 2010 |

Mayoral Candidate Jeff Burkhart will be holding a Military Appreciation BBQ this Saturday, October 16th, at Clarksville Speedway located on 1600 Needmore Road.  He would like the opportunity to thank all military personnel, veterans and their families for the sacrifices they have made and continue to make for the freedoms we enjoy. The BBQ will be free and take place from 3:00pm-5:30pm. Everyone who attends is welcome to stay for the races and will get 50% off their entrance fee. Races begin at 6:00pm. «Read the rest of this article»

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