City Council Workshop - April 9, 2026

The City Council Workshop for Murfreesboro, TN, held on April 9, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved a $364,850 construction contract with BJB Construction Company for ceiling renovations involving asbestos abatement. They also approved a $72,000 housing rehabilitation contract with Sky Alexander Construction for repairs at 2015 Hamilton Drive. Additionally, a $300,000 public infrastructure project was funded for sidewalk improvements along Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The council approved a $15,000 annual service contract with United Way for community data collaboration. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the I-24 Southeast Choice Lanes project, a $4.5 billion public-private partnership led by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), with discussions on the local government agreement outlining maintenance and operational responsibilities between TDOT, the city, and the developer. The council was briefed on upcoming procurement steps, including selecting a best value proposer for the project. The meeting also covered proposed water and sewer rate increases to fund capital improvement projects totaling approximately $90 million over five years, including a $33 million solids dryer project and a $115 million water resource recovery facility expansion. A stormwater fee increase from $3.50 to $3.75 per month was recommended to support $9 million in identified projects. Finally, the council reviewed payroll projections and the impact of staffing slippage on the budget, emphasizing the need for potential revenue increases to maintain service levels.