September 14th, 2026 - Formal Montgomery County, TN Commission Meeting

The Montgomery County, Tennessee Commission held a formal meeting on September 14, 2026, which included the election of the chair of the legislative body and mayor pro tem, with Commissioner Rashida Leverett elected as chair and Commissioner Jeremiah Walker as mayor pro tem. The meeting featured extensive discussion on the county's public improvements program and capital budget for 2026-2031, highlighting concerns about the ambitious $524 million wish list and the need for fiscal responsibility, including potential tax implications. A motion to defer approval of the capital budget to allow input from the new sheriff was passed. The commission also approved resolutions authorizing expenditures and contracts for road and intersection improvement projects, including the Attaway and 7 Mile Ferry project and the State Road 408 intersection improvements. Additionally, the commission passed a resolution to levy additional litigation taxes for jail and court expenses. Several zoning resolutions and committee nominations were approved, and public comments addressed community division and leadership conduct. Overall, the meeting focused on governance leadership changes, capital project planning, budget considerations, and infrastructure improvements.