La Vergne City Budget Workshop Session 2 - 4/13/2026

The City of La Vergne held a budget workshop session on April 13, 2026, focusing extensively on capital improvement projects, fund allocations, and personnel compensation adjustments. Key procurement discussions included a $1.4 million capital request for street paving and striping, multiple capital requests across various funds such as senior citizens, drug, equitable sharing, stormwater, and fire impact funds. Significant infrastructure projects were reviewed, including the Blair Road West to Kurthers and South Walden Road widening projects, with an estimated $7.5 million cost excluding new equipment or personnel. The workshop also addressed water and sewer system upgrades, including a $24 million water treatment plant upgrade and various sewer projects, some under contract or design. Public safety infrastructure was a major topic, with discussions on fire station renovations, a new fire station 44 estimated at $12.1 million including personnel and equipment, and police department expansion plans. The board debated funding priorities and timelines for these projects, including the need for additional bonds. Personnel compensation was also discussed, with a proposed 6% salary increase for employees to align with a recent compensation study, balanced against budget constraints and insurance costs. The workshop concluded with plans to review nonprofit funding and improve budget document readability for future sessions.