Hernando Board of Aldermen Meeting | 08.04.2026

The City of Hernando Board of Aldermen held a meeting on August 4, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of a software agreement with Civic Eye for the court department to replace outdated software, expected to be more cost-effective. The board also reviewed and discussed the draft utility fund budget for FY 2027, highlighting capital expenditures totaling approximately $870,000 for equipment such as a garbage truck, boring machine, and sewer vacuum trailer, with plans to finance these over five years. The budget includes a 5% pay raise proposal and emphasizes improved financial controls and cost-saving measures. Additionally, the board discussed the upcoming garbage contract renewal, planning to form a committee to oversee the RFP and bidding process. Another infrastructure-related discussion involved a potential extension of a turn lane at McIngvale and Dilworth to improve traffic flow near local schools, with considerations about funding and property development responsibilities. The board also adopted the tax levies with no millage increase and approved a downtown commercial overlay ordinance. Public concerns about golf cart crossing safety and ordinance interpretation were addressed, with plans for further review by the ordinance committee. Motions related to claims docket, personnel, donations, consent agenda, and utility adjustments were approved during the meeting.