EP2: Yaaa, The 2025 Annual Address

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Welcome to Episode 2 of Hello Fairview, your local podcast made right here in Fairview, for people in Fairview and the surrounding areas.  This will be a weekly show, released every Wednesday, featuring stories that aim to inform and inspire.  Local Radio stations don’t exist in small towns like ours, so we will use Hello Fairview to fill that void with news related to Fairview.  This is a Value for Value podcast, which means you contribute what you can based on the value you receive.  This concept was founded by the PodFather himself, Adam Curry, and his Co-host, John C. Dvorak of the No Agenda Show, almost 18 years ago.

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Were Growin

No New Town Meetings since the last show. Be sure to check out their YouTube channel if you'd like to watch them.

https://www.youtube.com/@CityofFairviewTN

Annual Address Notes. (This is a lot of stuff, so it)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO9qHZz1zUQ

Public Safety is about 70% of the government (Safety is number one)

Ranked 9^th Safest city in TN

Police – 20 Year Initiative (Classroom and Firing Range, Closing on the Property Now, Not by the park like it was)

Trying to figure out how to fund the Justice Center Project (Police and Court)

Fire Department – Fire Engine Replacement Schedule (1 Mil Plus, 3 Year Order). Trying to get on in 2027, the New Fire Station at 96 and Northwest Hwy. The temporary fire station is located near the entrance sign on 96 for now.

Court – Upgrading some security updates for state compliance.

Planning and Codes – An Assistant Planner is planned to be hired soon.

Waiting for the Fairview Development Code to finish.

City Welcome Signs were approved, and we are working on them, with completion expected by the end of this year.

Parks – 16 staff in the past two years.  Upgrading the Parks

Upgrading the historical Village Farmers Market and Ampitheater, $65k spent on the Triangle School and Post Office.  Want more shade at the playground and more picnic tables.

Bowie Park, Historical Village, Veterans Memorial Park, and a new Park with the Bell Haven Community on Elrod Road eventually.

Resurfacing the biggest project with 2.7 million dollars

New Storm Water projects to help with our flooding issues.

Street lighting Project for I-40 and 96 Intersection is coming.

The Highway 100 and Cumberland Sidewalk and Intersection Project is going.

Ribbon Cuttings This year, there have been 60 so far to Include Wilson Lumber

School Updates from James Golden –  They are focused on the students and family and making sure we don’t leave students behind.   Fairview High is in the Top 10% of School (US News). We have had a growth in Fairview High from 80 in 2024 to 2025 130 students in 2025.  16 Students earned an associate's degree from Columbia State for Engineering Systems Technologies (Mechatronics). Fairview’s average ACT score is 21.3, and Tennessee’s is 19.3. AP Classes are going great (616 Tests Taken, 357 Tests Passed). It Ain’t easy, but it is a good motivator.

Talked about Capacity that both Elementary Schools and the High and Middle Schools still have room to grow without expansion.

Mayor Anderson:

Discussed growth and partnerships with TDOT to install lights at 96. Mentioned the Little League World Series. They are planning to add more hotels in their 2040 plan. Talked about the 2040 plan and the need for an economic development officer to attract businesses. Highlighted that Brentwood and Franklin are built out, but we're still growing, so people are looking here. Covered the urban growth area and explained that annexation requires a request; also praised our City Hall and the police force, thanks to Chief Zack Humphreys. Clarified that the police department was never meant to be in the basement next to the Justice Center. Mentioned the new fire station, noting that 3000 homes are on the books to be built, mostly on that side of town. She also discussed the ISO rating for the new fire hall, which helps keep insurance rates low and benefits property owners. Talked about Bowie Park's 700 acres, five lakes, new playground, and 20-30k visitors each month. Highlighted Nature Fest with 90 vendors and an expected 12-15k attendees. Mentioned the Shop with a Cop fundraiser by the Fairview Police Department to help kids buy clothes and essentials. Emphasized Fairview's appreciation for veterans, with a Veterans Day Celebration at the high school, including the Table Ceremony, and the tradition of handing out challenge coins during the 4th of July. She shared how her kids, other children, and programs like Captstone help all students.  Also discussed some projects at Horn Tavern, including the pump station, which cost $9 million, as per Dickson Water.  Talked about https://www.lazestar.com/ coming to Fairview and how she was able, along with the team, to convince them to go to Fairview over Hickman County because we are 30 minutes away from about everything, and this happened because of a Water Board Meeting.  Talked about the GNRC meetings and found out that since we are rural communities, there are storm water grants that could help. Spoke about the training range for the police and how they listened, and we found some new property in Hickman County, and it will help both.

Board of Zoning Appeals  (Nothing)

1. Nothing

Planning Commission Sept 24^th Week (Nothing)

1. Nothing

Board of Commissioners Sept 24^th Week (Nothing)

1. Nothing

Public Notices

10-2-2025

1. Annex 111 Acres on Highway 100 (Near 840) into the City as RS40 for Carl Walker
2. Rezone on 53 Acres on Old Cox Pike, from RS40 to RS20 for Marlon Cunningham
3. Annex 10 Acres on Old Franklin Road as RS40 for Deborah Jones
4. Rezone 17 Acres on Boone Street from RS40 to RS8 for Christine Brison

The State of TN (Not In Order)

1. Memphis requests that the National Guard be put under the police chief.
2. The school voucher program is under scrutiny because it does not disclose the number of private school students who are using it.
3. Cade Cothren was sentenced to 30 months in prison for approximately $158,000 in fraud. And Rep. Glen Casada was sentenced to 36 months for their part in the kickback fraud.
4. The EPA terminates $156 million in the low-income solar panel fund.
5. Nashville Airport is a hot I flew out there last week, but there were no dedicated lanes or loops for arrivals and departures at the airport.
6. Music City Loop is still a hole.

The Bills

I wanted to do the same thing for TN political news, but a lot of the information is difficult to search because you need to know the text of the bill or the bill number.  I’m able to see the schedule of some of the committees. I will call the clerk before the next show to determine how to locate the bills that are coming up for a vote so that I can provide a quick weekly update on their status.

Here is what we have for this week.

How’s the hill, weather report

Back to it, How’s the hill?  Passable,  with highs around 77 each day next week and some chance of rain from the weather guessers but the most important part we will hopefully keep seeing lowest in the high to mid 50s.

New Businesses

Lavender Nail Spa is now open in the new Fairview Commons strip mall, alongside Papa John’s and eventually Cornerstone Financial. Still an open slot at Bowie Commons at Publix.  Other than that, I spotted nothing new this week, and I'm waiting to see what else is coming.

Make sure to head to the Farmers Market every Saturday Morning at Meseck Chiropractor and Fairview Fresh Deli for their life-changing Apple Fritters, located down the road from Publix.  So many good places to get fresh food, fruits, and vegetables, along with some beef, hot sauce, fishing lures, and Peruvian items.

Job Oppenins

City – Police Officer

Walmart – Multiple

Jingo Market (Cashier)

Does anyone else have job postings they would like to share and have read on a weekly basis? Just fill out the contact form on the website.

History Nugget

While Fairview may not have the extensive historical footprint of nearby Franklin, it boasts its own unique heritage. A central landmark preserving this history is the Historical Village, situated at the intersection of Highway 100 and Deer Ridge Road.

The Village’s centerpiece is the Triangle School, a three-room educational facility constructed in 1938 and opened in January 1939. It served students in grades 1 through 8 and functioned as a community hub. During World War II, it also operated as a cannery. The site also includes the original 1858 Jingo Post Office and the Boone Street Medical Clinic. 

Upcoming Events

City – Bowie NatureFest last weekend went great, the weather turned out great, and it seemed to be well attended like normal.

Down the Holler – Banana Puddin Festival Oct 4-5^th out at the Ag Pavilion in Centerville https://www.bananapuddingfest.org/

City – Fall Fun Day (Touch Truck, Food Trucks, Games) Bowie Nature Park, October 11^th, 10 AM-1 PM. (60^th Birthday for Mayor Anderson)

City – Trunk of Treat at Bowie, October 25^th, 4-6 PM

City – Movie in the Park, Bowie Nature Park, October 25^th, 6 PM

City – Christmas Tree Lighting Dec 5^th at 5 PM

City - Christmas Parade – December 6^th at 10 AM

Normal Meetings

Board of Commissioners Meetings on the October 2 and 16 at 7PM

Planning Commission on the October 14^th at 7PM

Parks and Landscape Board on the October 6^th at 7PM

BOC Town Hall (Chance to Speak) on October 30^th at 7PM

Around Town Coffee on the 8^th at 830 Location TBD Still

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For the Kids

There is a thriving Girl Scout and Scouts BSA Programs in Fairview. There are many recreation and travel teams.  There is also LaLa’s Dance Studio and Elevate Gymnastics and Cheer.  There is also an excellent Taekwondo and Jujitsu school that teaches more than just moves, called Vigilance Martial Arts.  We also have a great wrestling program with some summer options.

School News

Hawks and Tigers News – We need your help if you would like to write a weekly note that we will read each week on how things are going.  Hawk Walk is on October 3^rd. This was always one of our favorite memories for our kids, and it's even more fun with the new track. Picture Day is tomorrow, on September 25^th, and then there's Track or Treat on October 16^th.  Westwood Picture Day is on September 30^th.

Falcon News – 4H is getting started with a Parent Meeting on October 13^th.  Mr. Rayburn is the Teacher of the Week and teaches 6^th-grade Social Studies.   They are still working on their fundraiser and are currently at 50% of their goal.  Glow Dance is scheduled for October 17, 2025, and you can save money by purchasing your tickets in advance.  On September 22^nd, the Volleyball and Girls Soccer Teams were at Woodland, while the Tennis team participated in the WMAA Playoffs, along with the Football Team at William James.  September 23^rd, the Girls Soccer Tournament Continued, and the Tennis team is at Grassland for the WMAA Playoffs again.  Today, on September 24^th, the Volleyball team is at Legacy, and the Tennis team is wrapping up the WMAA Championship.  Tomorrow, on Thursday, September 24^th, the Football team will be at Sunset, and it's also the 8^th Grade Night, along with the Cross Country Sectional meet at Buckner Park.  Then, on September 26^th, the Volleyball team will be at Spring Station.  Sept 30^th is School Photos.  Parent-Teacher Conference Season, so get on the list if you need it.  Girls’ Basketball Tryouts are on October 3^rd.

Middle School Theater Fundraiser

https://www.onthestage.tickets/fairview-middle-school/campaigns/program-ad-sales-5297?ots-cmpgn-refer=CAMPAIGN-5&utm_source=OnTheStage&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=PATRONEMAIL

Middle School Fundraiser Link https://out.smore.com/e/crm0z/4rm1zx?__$u__

Jacket News  - The Football team will be at Sycamore on September 26^th (WCS-TV to watch live).  Homecoming Dance is this Saturday, the 27^th. Get your tickets early to save money.  New HOCO Shirts are out, too, if you want one. The annual Pumpkin Patch will start on September 27^th through October 31^st, which will be at Apex Bank from 9AM-9PM each day, and this will help fund the FHS Athletic Committee for upcoming activities.  Graceworks is hosting a food drive between September 8^th to 25^th, and there are some fun prizes available. Please send your child some food so they can win ☺. Graceworks does amazing things for our County and our local community, so do what you can to help them.  The Lady Jackets Soccer Team won the Mount Chapman Division of the Smoky Mountain Cup with a shutout, with two 9-0 and one 5-0 wins (Third Year in a Row). The Tennis Tryouts will be on September 29^th and 30^th.  There are some new slots available in the Library if you'd like to explore the latest additions.  The Spanish Honor Society, which includes students who have taken Spanish and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, is open to membership.  PSAT will be administered on October 23^rd.

School Breaks

Fall Break starts on October 4^th for all students and lasts until October 13^th, which is Columbus Day.

Faith Moment

Sometimes, during the faith moment, each show may feature something from me or a sermon I've heard that is relevant.  This week's episode, from Pastor Jimmy Pruitt on September 14^th, discusses his daily writing practice, which he shares each day, and this one focuses on Charlie Kirk and the seed that has been planted.  I also heard a couple of clips about people discussing whether your Christian-based church didn’t talk about Charlie Kirk; you may want to consider looking at another church that does.  This was an assassination of free speech and many core Christian values.

( September 14, 2025 ) Faith. Family. Freedom. | Pastor Jimmy Pruitt

https://www.youtube.com/live/WNuCfviEzf0?si=u6iAxuKk45AWwbhl&t=3714

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