In this edition: 

• Public Works Facility Construction Update
• Improvements Completed at Veterans Memorial Park
• Fire Station 41 Grand Opening
• Property Tax Season Approaches
• Upcoming Events
• Committee Openings
• Upcoming City Meetings
• Local Matters Podcast 
• Current Job Openings

Public Works Facility Construction Update

The new Public Works and Community Development Services facility construction is staying on track with an expected completion expected in November of this year. Most recently, windows have been installed and workers are beginning to put up drywall in some areas, while others are still under exterior construction. 

The new facility on E. Nir Shreibman, near the roundabout, will become home to departments including water billing, economic development, information technology, codes, planning, engineering, stormwater, and public works departments including streets, fleet maintenance, water, and sewer. The project was designed by Lambe + Associates and the construction was awarded to Baron Construction, LLC.

Improvements Completed at Veterans Memorial Park

The walking trail at Veterans Memorial Park repaving project is complete. The old pathway was starting to show it's age and was in desperate need of some TLC. The project was part of the 2024-25 Parks and Recreation budget. 

This fiscal year also includes plans to install all new play equipment and swings at Mankin Park as well as playground resurfacing at Lake Forest Park.

Fire Station 41 Grand Opening

The City of La Vergne Fire and Rescue Department hosted and grand opening ceremony and dedication on August 20. The station was dedicated to the memory of former Fire Chief Richard "Ricky" McCormick who passed away in 2018. Firefighters also had a push-in ceremony for the City's new E1 Pumper apparatus.

“This station is a great milestone for the City of La Vergne,” says Fire Chief Ronny Beasley. “A lot of time, energy, and a great deal of thought has gone into not only the design of the building itself, but how we can utilize this structure to best serve both the needs of La Vergne and the needs of our firefighters. I am extremely proud to be a part of this moment in the City’s history.”

Property Tax Season Approaches

Every year the La Vergne Tax Department begins collecting property taxes beginning in October. 

There are multiple ways to make payment including check, e-check, cash, money order and credit/debit card payments in the office. You can also make payments online, by telephone (877-580-5923), or checks and money orders (no cash) can be placed in the drop box located to the left of City Hal's back door.

The current tax rate is $0.5363 per $100 assessed value. To learn the exact amount of your annual property taxes, contact the Tax Department at 615-793-3388.

Upcoming Events

La Vergne Fall Festival Cruise-In

• September 13, 6:00 p.m.
• Veterans Memorial Park, 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive
• Music featuring Clay Claxton & The Rode West Band
• There will be give-aways, food trucks, and live music
• Trophies will be awarded to the top 3 winners based on citizens’ vote
• Free Admission
• Additional Information

La Vergne Fall Festival

• September 14, Parade at 10:00 a.m. with the festival to follow until 3:00 p.m.
• Veterans Memorial Park, 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive
• Parade starts at City Hall and travels East along Murfreesboro Road to Floyd Mayfield Drive
• Music featuring Hobo Road and Phoenix Rising
• Petting zoo, pony rides, inflatables, kids activities, trackless train, laser tag, face painting, and more
• Free Admission
• Additional Information

National Night Out

• October 1, 2024, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
• Veterans Memorial Park, 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive
• Free Admission
• Additional Information

• Beautification and Arts Committee
• Industrial Development Board
• Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

To apply, fill out an application here and return it to City Hall, 5093 Murfreesboro Road, or email brichardson@lavergnetn.gov. 

• Mayor and Aldermen Meeting - September 3 at 7:00 p.m.
• Library Board Meeting - September 9 at 5:00 p.m.
• Planning Commission Workshop - September 10 at 5:30 p.m.
• Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting - September 16 at 6:00 p.m.
• Historical Preservation Advisory Committee Meeting - September 16 at 7:00 p.m.
• Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting - September 24 at 5:30 p.m.
• Planning Commission Meeting - September 24 at 6:00 p.m.
• Mayor and Aldermen Workshop - September 26 at 6:30 p.m.

All meetings are located at the La Vergne City Hall boardroom, 5093 Murfreesboro Road.

As of September 3, 2024

• Patrol Officer
• Accreditation Compliance Officer - LPD
• Emergency Communications Specialist
• Water Laborer II
• Sewer Laborer II
• Stormwater Laborer II

A full list of job opportunities with the City of La Vergne can be viewed here.