County Commissioners · Meeting · Jul 27, 2026

Mon, Jul 27, 2026

The elected legislative body for Hickman County. Sets county policy, adopts the budget, and represents residents across the county’s districts.

Outline

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Highlights

The July 27, 2026 Hickman County Commission meeting focused on several key zoning and land use decisions, including the adoption of the county’s future land use plan and two contested rezoning requests—one on Highway 50 (denied) and one on Brown Hollow Road (approved). The commission also postponed action on a zoning resolution related to special exceptions due to new state guidance. Budget amendments were approved, including a significant $165,000 allocation from opioid settlement funds to the school system for behavioral health services, following public comment urging more transparency and detail. Grants for solid waste operations and an interlocal agreement for building inspections between the county and Centerville were also authorized.

Other notable threads included public concerns about landfill late fees, the live fire exercise complex, and the need for better public access to committee meeting recordings. Routine business included appointments to the planning commission, approval of notaries, and committee/departmental reports.

Call to Order, Roll Call, Opening Prayer and Pledge 2:15

  • 2:25 All 14 commissioners present.
  • Opening prayer led by Commissioner Jordan; Pledge led by Commissioner Herren.

Approval of Agenda 3:44

  • 3:49 Resolution 2632 (interlocal agreement for building inspections) added to agenda by motion (Jordan/Gianakos), requiring two-thirds vote.
  • 6:07 Amended agenda approved (Barnhill/Mayberry).

Public Comments 6:25

Brown Hollow Road Rezoning Opposition 7:08

  • 7:08 Resident cited the county’s future land use plan, arguing the proposed subdivision (31.86 acres, ~31 homes) is not in a growth corridor, lacks sewer, and could affect groundwater (Jones Creek).
  • 9:08 Requested denial of the rezoning.

Landfill Late Fee Dispute 9:27

  • 9:27 Resident objected to a $102 landfill late fee on a $32 bill, citing confusion over billing for a previously vacant house.
  • 10:29 Solid Waste staff said only the commission could waive the fee; resident directed to attend the Solid Waste Committee meeting on August 3.

Opioid Fund Behavioral Health Grant 11:42

  • 11:42 Resident questioned the $165,000 request for school behavioral health services, noting only $70,000 of last year’s $100,000 was used, and asked for more detail and a one-month delay.
  • 12:28 Requested all committee meetings be recorded and posted online within 24 hours for transparency.

Live Fire Exercise Complex Concerns 14:00

  • 14:00 Two residents raised concerns about the live fire exercise complex, citing lack of notice, need for an appeal/stay, and feeling misled by officials.
  • 15:56 Commissioners noted the issue would be discussed at a Thursday meeting.

Brown Hollow Road Rezoning Support 15:56

  • 15:56 Property owner stated all rules were followed and requested approval.

Approval of Minutes 16:27

  • 16:34 June 22, 2026 minutes approved (Barnhill/Mayberry).

Special Recognitions 16:50

  • None presented.

Elections, Appointments, and Confirmations 17:05

Planning Commission Appointments 17:14

  • 17:14 Mayor’s nominations (absent): Dr. Eddie Boone (7), Jeff Church (5), Jason Carter (1), Tommy Caps (3), Dan Mecklenborg (4, vacancy).
  • 17:55 Approved unanimously (Jordan/Mayberry, 14 yes).

Notaries 19:45

  • 19:50 Katherine Bledsoe, Savannah Crabtree, Connie Hudgens, Melanie Laxton, Christy Olshwagger, Rebecca Pototts, Sherry Zimman approved (Gianakos/Herren, 14 yes).

Trustee Bond 20:41

  • 21:05 Trustee bond approved (Jordan/Pickard, 14 yes).

Department / Official Reports 21:35

  • 21:44 County Clerk, General Sessions Court, Juvenile Court, Pavilion & Fairgrounds, Trustee, Chancery Court, Clerk & Master reports reviewed.
  • 22:20 All reports approved (Mayberry/Chessor, 14 yes).

Communications from County Mayor 22:48

  • 22:57 Mayor absent; appointments handled earlier. Resolution 2632 to be discussed at end.

Committee Reports 23:11

Planning Commission 23:16

  • Did not meet.

Solid Waste Committee 23:21

  • 23:30 Two grant applications: up to $80,000 (used oil disposal), up to $150,000 (convenience center), both require 20% county match.
  • 24:26 Motion to authorize applications approved unanimously.

Health, Safety, Properties Committee 25:02

  • Did not meet; next meeting August 3.

Finance Committee 25:29

  • 25:37 June financial summary approved (unanimous).

Budget Committee 26:25

  • 26:31 Four budget amendments grouped:
    • 2701: $35,461 (ambulance grant)
    • 2702: $165,000 (opioid fund to schools)
    • 2703: $19,046.50 (sheriff grant/carryover)
    • 2704: $10,000 (EMA, from Centerville)
  • 27:22 Approved unanimously.
  • 27:30 Discussion confirmed opioid grant details were in the packet.

Other Committees 29:05

  • No business: Health Foundation, Ag Extension, Public Records, Economic Development, Board of Zoning Appeals, Industrial Board, Opioid Settlement Board, Animal Shelter Advisory Board.
  • Library Board met; minutes in packet.
  • Beer Board: Two permits issued (Lamb’s LLC, 10621 Hwy 7, Primm Springs; Cowgirl Canteen, Shipp’s Bend Road).

Unfinished Business 31:39

Future Land Use Plan Adoption 31:47

  • 32:03 Motion to formally adopt the plan (Calcott/Gianakos); approved unanimously.

Resolution 2627: Rezoning for Edwin Miller, Hwy 50 32:36

  • 32:44 Second reading; sponsored by Clark/Calcott.
  • 32:58 Both sponsors opposed on commission floor, citing rural character, lack of infrastructure, and permanence of commercial zoning.
  • 34:37 Discussion clarified planning commission’s role (criteria only), commission’s broader discretion.
  • 39:14 Vote: 5 yes, 9 no; resolution denied.
  • 39:31 Suggestion: pursue special exception instead.

Resolution 2628: Rezoning for Michael Tidwell, Brown Hollow Road 40:20

  • 40:27 Second reading; sponsored by Clark/Calcott.
  • 40:42 Clark: Meets criteria, lies within growth area, only the portion within growth area included.
  • 41:30 Noted public concern, but process for development is lengthy and regulated.
  • 45:57 Vote: 12 yes, 2 no; resolution adopted.

Resolution 2630: Zoning Resolution Amendments (Special Exceptions) 46:22

  • 46:29 Second reading; state law changes require compliance.
  • 47:54 Motion to postpone for further review due to new state guidance (Calcott/Clark); approved by voice vote.

New Business / Agenda Items 50:06

Resolution 2631: Memorial Highway Naming 50:14

  • 50:14 Request to name portion of State Route 46 as Reverend John E. Tidwell Memorial Highway (Gianakos/Chair).
  • 51:53 Approved unanimously.

Resolution 2632: Interlocal Agreement for Building Inspections 52:15

  • 52:15 Authorizes agreement between Centerville and county for mutual building inspection/plan review support.
  • 52:48 Both mayors have agreed; commission approval required.
  • 53:19 Approved unanimously.

Announcements and Adjournment 53:23

  • No additional announcements.
  • 53:30 Motion to adjourn (Mayberry/Murray).

Key figures and statistics

Figure Type Context / topic Timestamp
14 Headcount Commissioners present / voting 2:25, 19:28, 20:35, 21:25, 22:43, 24:43, 26:10, 28:56, 32:27, 46:15, 51:53, 53:19
$102 Fee Landfill late fee disputed by resident 10:15
$32 Fee Landfill bill amount referenced 10:05
$165,000 Expense Opioid fund allocation to school behavioral health 12:36, 26:44
$100,000 Expense Prior year opioid fund allocation to schools 12:46
$70,000 Expense Portion of prior opioid fund actually used 12:46
31.86 Acreage Brown Hollow Road rezoning parcel 7:49
45.21 Acreage Total Brown Hollow Road property 7:49
31 Unit count Estimated houses possible on rezoned parcel 7:58
2.4 Miles Distance from Brown Hollow Rd to Hwy 7 8:36
2.1 Miles Distance from Brown Hollow Rd to Hwy 100 8:36
$80,000 Grant Used oil disposal grant (Solid Waste) 23:37
$150,000 Grant Convenience center grant (Solid Waste) 23:37
20% Match County match required for both Solid Waste grants 23:48, 24:14
$35,461 Grant Ambulance grant (budget amendment 2701) 26:31
$19,046.50 Grant Sheriff grant/carryover (budget amendment 2703) 26:56
$10,000 Contribution EMA, from Centerville (budget amendment 2704) 27:04
5 yes, 9 no Vote Rezoning for Edwin Miller, Hwy 50 (Resolution 2627) 39:14
12 yes, 2 no Vote Rezoning for Michael Tidwell, Brown Hollow Rd (2628) 46:15
10621 Address Lamb’s LLC beer permit location (Hwy 7, Primm Springs) 30:19
August 3 Date Next Solid Waste Committee meeting 11:18, 25:18