City Council - June 18, 2026

The City Council meeting of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, held on June 18, 2026, included several procurement and contract-related discussions. Key items approved included the renewal of annual contracts for city paving and concrete/storm drainage services with Wiregrass Construction, Hawkins Asphalt Paving, and Rollins Excavating, reflecting a 3.8% price increase and funded primarily through state street aid and stormwater user fees totaling approximately $4.5 million. The council also approved an amendment to a professional services contract with ADS for sewer flow monitoring and related services, with a modest 2.4% price increase. Additionally, the council authorized a $270,587 task order amendment for the design of a replacement microchlor system at a water treatment plant, with estimated construction costs over $2.2 million. Procurement of technology upgrades included a $134,220 purchase of Watson console monitor components for police dispatch workstations and a $122,714 purchase of Vesta 911 command posts from Motorola to enhance emergency response capabilities. The council also approved a two-year, $243,898 contract extension with Flock Group for Raven gunshot detection technology, supporting public safety efforts. The meeting featured a detailed presentation on the real-time crime center's use of technology such as gunshot detection, public safety cameras, and license plate readers, emphasizing operational successes and privacy safeguards. Other agenda items included a use agreement with United Way for a family resource center and reappointments to city commissions. Overall, the meeting focused on approving contracts and budget allocations to support infrastructure maintenance, public safety technology, and community services.