Wilson County Commission - September 2026

The Wilson County Commission meeting held on September 21, 2026, primarily focused on honoring retired Sheriff Terry Ash for his extensive military and public service, including his leadership roles within Wilson County and the Tennessee Sheriff's Association. The commission also addressed several procurement and budget-related matters, including the approval of multiple lease agreements for county departments such as probation, the county clerk, and youth services. Budget amendments were passed to allocate additional funds to the Board of Education, Circuit Court, Sheriff's Department, Solid Waste, and Tourism. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to public comments concerning the Water and Wastewater Authority, with strong community support expressed for Ken Young's appointment to the board due to his advocacy for transparency and accountability in addressing system failures and environmental concerns. Despite this, the commission confirmed the appointment of Jeff Joynes to the Water Authority board. Additionally, the commission approved a rezoning request for a property on Murfreesboro Road from agricultural to highway commercial use. Various committee appointments and organizational matters were also conducted, including the formation of budget, finance, insurance, and other committees. The meeting concluded with no new or old business raised.