Mt. Juliet, Tennessee  
2425 North Mt. Juliet Rd  
Mt. Juliet, TN 37122  
Meeting Minutes - Final  
Monday, December 8, 2025  
6:30 PM  
Commission Chambers  
Board of Commissioners  
Workshop 5:15 PM - Growth and Infrastructure  
Commissioner Art Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Bill Trivett,  
Present:  
Mayor James Maness, and Commissioner Jennifer Milele  
Commissioner Scott Hefner  
Absent:  
Workshop Public Notice - 12-8-2025  
Jennifer Milele, Commissioner, James Maness, Mayor  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Mayor Maness called the Work Session to order. Citizens’ comments were  
accepted until 5:25 p.m.; however, no citizens came forward to speak.  
Commissioner Milele presented a proposal focused on smart growth within the city.  
She outlined potential unintended consequences of a density moratorium, including  
impacts on infrastructure and economic development. She suggested considering a  
more targeted moratorium based on infrastructure capacity issues, emphasizing the  
importance of promoting the right kind of density, density that provides value, not  
simply additional housing units. She also addressed long-term infrastructure  
maintenance costs and noted that Mt. Juliet remains a wonderful place to live and  
raise a family.  
Mayor Maness commented that the city is responsible for maintaining all new  
infrastructure and must be mindful of those future costs. He noted that applying  
urban standards in rural areas with larger lots can generate insufficient funding for  
ongoing maintenance.  
Vice Mayor Trivett thanked Commissioner Milele for her efforts and asked several  
follow-up questions regarding the cities she researched, including Franklin and its  
various overlays and planning proposals. He also raised concerns about school  
capacity, noting that additional schools will be needed soon. Vice Mayor Trivett  
encouraged Commissioner Milele to work with staff to gather data on current  
projects, infrastructure needs, and how other cities address capacity and  
maintenance planning.  
Commissioner Milele clarified that she is not opposed to growth but is advocating  
for more responsible, fiscally sound development, reduced sprawl, and more  
efficient mixed-use projects.  
Mayor Maness stated he looks forward to receiving additional information on future  
projects. Vice Mayor Trivett suggested the potential need for a consultant to assist  
the city as it moves forward in evaluating growth strategies.  
Commissioner Giles stated that this presents a strong opportunity for the city to  
pursue more fiscally responsible planning for both current and future needs.  
Public Hearing 6:15 PM  
Citizens Comments limited to three (3) minutes per person - Ordinance 2023-15  
Mayor Maness opened the Public Hearing. There were no citizen comments. The Public  
Hearing was closed.  
Public Hearing Notice - 12-8-25  
Attachments:  
1.  
Call to Order & Declare a Quorum Present  
Mayor Maness called the meeting to order, welcomed everyone and thanked them for  
attending.  
Commissioner Art Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Bill Trivett, Mayor  
James Maness, and Commissioner Jennifer Milele  
Commissioner Scott Hefner  
Present:  
Absent:  
2.  
Set Agenda  
Mayor Maness motioned to move items 8a-d and 9a-b to the Consent Agenda. The items  
were placed on Consent without objection. Mayor Maness also motioned to add the following  
Ordinance to the agenda: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2025-05 THAT  
EXTENDED THE SUNSET DATE UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2025 WHICH AMENDED  
ORDINANCE 2024-05 PART B OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE OF THE CITY OF  
MT. JULIET KNOWN AS THE ZONING REGULATIONS BY AMENDING ARTICLE III, USE  
REGULATIONS ADDING SECTION 3-108 TEMPORARY EVENTS, USES AND PORTABLE  
BUILDING, TO INCLUDE MOBILE FOOD VENDOR (FOOD TRUCKS) REGULATIONS FOR  
RESIDENTIAL AND INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS TO EXTEND THE SUNSET DATE FROM  
DECEMBER 31, 2025 UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2026", to be heard at the end of the agenda  
prior to Appointments, as item 10.G. The motion was approved without objection.  
3.  
Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance  
Mayor Maness invited City Manager, Kenny Martin to lead the invocation and Pledge of  
Allegiance.  
4.  
Approval of Minutes  
Meeting Minutes to be Approved - 11-10-2025  
4.A.  
Attachments:  
The Minutes were approved.  
APPROVED  
Jennifer Milele  
Bill Trivett  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor Maness,  
and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Absent:  
5.  
Citizens Comments  
Citizens Comment Limited to three (3) minutes per person - Ordinance 2008-24  
Jay Easter, Ragan Smith, stated he was present to represent the Courtyards at McFarland  
project and is available to answer any questions from the Commission.  
Robin Eakes, 56 W. Caldwell Street, requested the letter for Charlie’s Place from RJ Corman  
as required in conditions.  
Donald Eakes, 56 W. Caldwell Street, stated he is a lifelong resident. He noted the city has  
stated it has not received a letter from RJ Corman per the requirement. He is opposed to the  
proposed zoning based on surrounding existing zoning and does not support the proposed  
height. He also expressed concerns about blasting. (Charlie's Place)  
Zach Atwood, 89A W. Caldwell, expressed concerns with the current road width and opposed  
the zoning, proposed density, and proposed height. (Charlie's Place)  
Rick Stackenwall, 80 W. Caldwell, stated he does not oppose development generally but  
does oppose the proposed location. He also expressed concerns about the lack of  
greenspace within the development (Charlie's Place).  
Michael Larson, 50 W. Caldwell, stated he opposes the project (Charlie's Place). He has lived  
in Mt. Juliet his entire life and has witnessed many changes.  
Meredith Berryhill, 1049 Watermark Way, spoke regarding the Tate Lane project and  
expressed concerns about blasting and drainage.  
Mayor Maness called City Planner Jon Baughman forward to answer questions regarding the  
Variable Lot Subdivision (Tates Landing) and requested he get with Ms. Berryhill to answer  
her questions.  
Bob Heatherly, 63 W. Caldwell Street, requested a copy of the letter from RJ Corman. He  
stated he feels for the neighbors abutting the proposed Charlie’s Place. He also expressed  
concerns regarding school overcrowding, safety, and the potential impact on his property  
value and that of his neighbors.  
Karen Quinn, 57 3rd Ave (Professor Caldwell’s house), expressed concerns about Charlie’s  
Place, citing blasting, crime, and the proposed apartments. She stated her home is over 125  
years old and she does not want to see the historic ambiance disappear.  
Terry Boyles, 64 W. Caldwell Street, who has lived in the area since 1996, opposed the  
five-story buildings and worries the businesses will not survive. He expressed concerns about  
lack of parking, heavy traffic, and stated traffic is already problematic in the current Charlies  
Place area.  
Bobby Colson, who has lived at 78 W. Caldwell since 1959, stated he is concerned about his  
property values and wants to maintain the historical character of the area. (Charlie's Place)  
William Beasley, 101 W. Caldwell, who has lived in Mt. Juliet since 1990, stated he has seen  
his neighbors reinvest in their homes to preserve the historical feel. He is concerned about  
increased traffic, especially related to the railroad crossing, and the safety of the 15 children  
in the neighborhood. (Charlie's Place)  
Stephen Heckendorf, 393 Page Drive, questioned why the developer of Charlie’s Place could  
not purchase additional property. He expressed concerns about traffic signals and would like  
to see a development more conducive to the area.  
Jason Wright, 58 W. Caldwell, stated his family has been in the area for 150 years and  
expressed opposition to the proposed development, noting that Caldwell Street is a peaceful  
street.(Charlie's Place)  
6.  
Commissioner Reports & Comments  
Commissioner Giles invited the public to attend the Christmas Light Walk on December 15 at  
6:00 p.m. in Willoughby Station and thanked Marty Potts for coordinating refreshments from  
Dunkin’ Donuts. He announced that a town hall meeting will be held at the former Police  
Department headquarters to discuss blasting concerns near Nichols Vale, noting that  
representatives from the State will be present to address questions. He also congratulated his  
son and wife on their appearance in Christmas at the Opry on the Hallmark Channel. He  
concluded by wishing everyone a Merry Christmas.  
Vice Mayor Bill Trivett welcomed all attendees and expressed appreciation for their presence.  
He congratulated Jennifer Hamblen on her appointment as City Recorder and recognized  
Mrs. Luckett for her many years of dedicated service. He also commended the MJPD officers  
who were honored at the recent Police Department awards ceremony. Vice Mayor Trivett  
reminded the public of the Christmas Parade on December 13 at 11:00 a.m., encouraging  
early arrival, and extended thanks to Two Rivers Ford for providing trucks for the event. He  
also noted the ongoing Christmas Tree Lighting Contest, hosted by the Parks Board. In  
response to a citizen inquiry regarding the Recreation Center, he clarified that the facility  
remains closed due to safety concerns associated with the construction of the new Police  
Department headquarters. He concluded by encouraging the community to Shop Local.  
Commissioner Milele reminded everyone of the BPAC Christmas Lights Walk and the  
upcoming Christmas Parade, and she thanked Two Rivers Ford for providing the parade  
vehicles.  
Mayor Maness wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and reminded the  
public that there will be no City Commission meeting on December 22, 2025.  
7.  
City Manager's Report  
City Manager Kenny Martin recognized Zach Atwood, who spoke during Citizens’ Comments,  
and noted that he was proud to have served alongside him at MJPD for many years. He  
stated that he understands the community’s concerns regarding the Charlie’s Place  
development and thanked everyone for attending and voicing their feedback. City Manager  
Martin also extended prayers to the local family still recovering from the recent accident  
involving a fleeing vehicle and reminded the public to buckle their seatbelts. He concluded by  
encouraging everyone to Shop Local.  
Presentation  
Mayor Maness motioned to suspend the rules for a brief presentation by Police Chief Tyler  
Chandler; the motion carried without objection. As Kenny Martin was unable to be at the PD  
Awards, Chief Chandler presented the City Manager with a Retired Chief Award, expressing  
appreciation for his many years of dedicated service to the community, including his tenure as  
Mt. Juliet Police Chief. Chief Chandler also presented him with a Retired Police Chief Badge  
plaque and thanked him for his continued support of the Mt. Juliet Police Department. He  
noted that the City Manager initiated the community policing program, which has become  
essential in maintaining public trust and support.  
8.  
Tate's Landing: Annexation and Rezone  
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A PLAN OF SERVICES FOR THE  
PROPERTY KNOWN AS TATE’S LANDING, LOCATED AT 212 PAUL  
DRIVE MAP 073 PARCEL P/O 021.00, IN WILSON COUNTY,  
TENNESSEE, LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY’S URBAN GROWTH  
BOUNDARY:  
8.A.  
Planning Commission Positive Recommendation  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Items 8a, 8b, 8c, 8d and 9a, 9b were placed on the Consent Agenda as part of setting  
the agenda.  
This Resolution was adopted, as recorded in the vote below:  
ADOPTED  
Bill Trivett  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
Jennifer Milele  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor Maness,  
and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Enactment No: 75-25  
Absent:  
AN ORDINANCE TO ANNEX INTO THE CORPORATE BOUNDARIES  
OF THE CITY OF MT. JULIET APPROXIMATELY 10 ACRES OF  
PROPERTY AT WATERMARK WAY, MAP 073, P/O PARCEL 021.00,  
THE PROPERTY BEING LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY’S URBAN  
GROWTH BOUNDARY.  
8.B.  
Planning Commission Positive Recommendation  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Items 8a, 8b, 8c, 8d and 9a, 9b were placed on the Consent Agenda as part of setting  
the agenda.  
This Ordinance was adopted, as recorded in the vote below:  
ADOPTED  
Bill Trivett  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
Jennifer Milele  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor Maness,  
and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Enactment No: 2025-52  
Absent:  
A RESOLUTION IN MEMORANDUM OF ORDINANCE ___ RELATIVE  
TO THE ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 10 ACRES OF  
PROPERTY AT WATERMARK WAY, MAP 073, P/O PARCEL 021.00  
8.C.  
Planning Commission Positive Recommendation  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Items 8a, 8b, 8c, 8d and 9a, 9b were placed on the Consent Agenda as part of setting  
the agenda.  
This Resolution was adopted, as recorded in the vote below:  
ADOPTED  
Bill Trivett  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
Jennifer Milele  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor Maness,  
and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Enactment No: 76-2025  
Absent:  
AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE PROPERTY LOCATED ON  
WATERMARK WAY, APPROXIMATELY 10 ACRES, MAP 073, P/O  
PARCEL 021.00 FROM WILSON COUNTY R-1 TO RS-20.  
8.D.  
Planning Commission Positive Recommendation  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Items 8a, 8b, 8c, 8d and 9a, 9b were placed on the Consent Agenda as part of setting  
the agenda.  
This Ordinance was adopted, as recorded in the vote below:  
ADOPTED  
Bill Trivett  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
Jennifer Milele  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor Maness,  
and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Enactment No: 2025-53  
Absent:  
9.  
Unfinished Business  
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING DONATIONS FOR THE MT. JULIET  
PARKS DEPARTMENT AND ALLOCATE THE FUNDS FOR PARKS  
SPECIAL EVENTS  
9.A.  
Kenneth Martin, City Manager,  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Items 8a, 8b, 8c, 8d and 9a, 9b were placed on the Consent Agenda as part of setting  
the agenda.  
This Ordinance was adopted, as recorded in the vote below:  
ADOPTED  
Bill Trivett  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
Jennifer Milele  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor Maness,  
and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Enactment No: 2025-54  
Absent:  
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2024-52 TO GRANT  
RELIEF FROM CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF THE PREVIOUSLY  
APPROVED PRELIMINARY MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN (PMDP),  
LAST AMENDED IN NOVEMBER 2024, TO ALLOW FULL ACCESS  
DRIVEWAYS ON THE COLLECTOR ROAD BETWEEN GOLDEN  
BEAR GATEWAY AND BECKWITH ROAD, AND TO VOID PUBLIC  
WORKS CONDITIONS 9, 11(H), AND 13.  
9.B.  
Planning Commission Negative Recommendation  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Items 8a, 8b, 8c, 8d and 9a, 9b were placed on the Consent Agenda as part of setting  
the agenda.  
This Ordinance was adopted, as recorded in the vote below:  
ADOPTED  
Bill Trivett  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
Jennifer Milele  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor Maness,  
and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Enactment No: 2025-55  
Absent:  
10.  
New Business  
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY OF MT. JULIET CODE OF  
ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 28, ARTICLE IX - TRUCK ROUTES  
10.A.  
Jennifer Milele, Commissioner  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Trivett, seconded by Commissioner Milele.  
Discussion ensued.This Ordinance is approved to be considered on second reading by  
the Board of Commissioners on January 12, 2026  
APPROVED FOR SECOND READING  
RESULT:  
Bill Trivett  
MOVER:  
Jennifer Milele  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor Maness,  
and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Absent:  
Enactment No: 2026-7  
AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 4.86 ACRES OF  
PROPERTY KNOWN AS CHARLIES PLACE, LOCATED ON WEST  
CALDWELL STREET, MAP 072I, GROUP B, PARCELS 002.00 &  
003.00, FROM RS-40 TO CTC-PUD AND TO ADOPT THE  
PRELIMINARY MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR A MIXED-USE  
DEVELOPMENT ON MAP 072I, GROUP B, PARCELS 001.01, 002.00,  
003.00, 004.00 & 010.00.  
10.B.  
Planning Commission Negative Recommendation, Jennifer Milele,  
Commissioner  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
The motion died due to lack of second.  
NO ACTION TAKEN  
Jennifer Milele  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
AN ORDINANCE TO ANNEX INTO THE CORPORATE BOUNDARIES  
OF THE CITY OF MT. JULIET APPROXIMATELY 39.34 ACRES,  
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5025 OLD LEBANON DIRT ROAD, MAP  
077, PARCELS 001.00 & 001.03, LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY’S  
URBAN GROWTH BOUNDARY  
10.C.  
Planning Commission Positive Recommendation  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
The Mayor motioned to hear Items 10c and 10d together; the motion carried without  
objection.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Milele, seconded by Vice Mayor Trivett that this  
Ordinance be approved and considered on second reading by the Board of  
Commissioners on January 12, 2026  
APPROVED FOR SECOND READING  
RESULT:  
Jennifer Milele  
MOVER:  
Bill Trivett  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor Maness,  
and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Enactment No: 2026-10  
Absent:  
AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 39.34 ACRES OF  
PROPERTY AT 5025 OLD LEBANON DIRT ROAD, MAP 077,  
PARCELS 001.00 & 001.03 FROM WILSON COUNTY R-1 TO CMU  
PUD AND TO ADOPT THE PRELIMINARY MASTER DEVELOPMENT  
PLAN FOR THE COURTYARDS AT MCFARLAND  
10.D.  
Planning Commission Positive Recommendation  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
The Mayor motioned to hear Items 10c and 10d together; the motion carried without  
objection. Commissioner Milele requested that Todd Serbent, the City’s Traffic  
Engineer, provide an overview of the traffic report. Discussion ensued. Jay Easter was  
present to represent the project.  
Mayor Maness requested that Planning address Comment 30. City Attorney Burnett  
stated that HOPA regulations shall be followed, and Mayor Maness noted that this  
comment must be resolved prior to second reading. He also requested clarification on  
Planning Comment 32 and stated that this matter should be reviewed with staff before  
second reading.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Milele seconded by Vice Mayor Trivett, that this  
Ordinance be approved and considered on second reading by the Board of  
Commissioners on January 12, 2026  
APPROVED FOR SECOND READING  
RESULT:  
Jennifer Milele  
MOVER:  
Bill Trivett  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor Maness,  
and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Enactment No: 2026-11  
Absent:  
A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE CITY MANAGER’S EMPLOYMENT  
AGREEMENT TO INCLUDE AN ANNUAL PERFORMANCE  
EVALUATION AND APPROVE A PERFORMANCE EVALUATION  
FORM  
10.E.  
Jennifer Milele, Commissioner  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Commissioner Milele made a motion to approve the Resolution. Commissioner Giles  
seconded. Discussion ensued. The motion failed as recorded in the vote below:  
FAILED  
RESULT:  
Jennifer Milele  
Art Giles  
MOVER:  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, and Commissioner Milele  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, and Mayor Maness  
Commissioner Hefner  
Aye:  
Nay:  
Absent:  
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AWARD OF THE CONSTRUCTION  
CONTRACT FOR THE CURD ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT  
PROJECT AT N. MT. JULIET ROAD AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR  
TO SIGN THE CONTRACT  
10.F.  
Scott Hefner, Commissioner  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
This Resolution was adopted, as recorded in the vote below:  
ADOPTED  
Bill Trivett  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
Jennifer Milele  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor Maness,  
and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Enactment No: 77-2025  
Absent:  
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 2025-05 THAT EXTENDED  
THE SUNSET DATE UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2025 WHICH AMENDED  
ORDINANCE 2024-05 PART B OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT  
CODE OF THE CITY OF MT. JULIET KNOWN AS THE ZONING  
REGULATIONS BY AMENDING ARTICLE III, USE REGULATIONS  
ADDING SECTION 3-108 TEMPORARY EVENTS, USES AND  
PORTABLE BUILDING, TO INCLUDE MOBILE FOOD VENDOR (FOOD  
TRUCKS) REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL AND INDUSTRIAL  
DISTRICTS TO EXTEND THE SUNSET DATE FROM DECEMBER 31,  
2025 UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2026  
10.G.  
James Maness, Mayor  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Trivett, seconded by Commissioner Milele that this  
Ordinance be approved and considered on second reading by the Board of  
Commissioners on January 12, 2026  
APPROVED FOR SECOND READING  
RESULT:  
Bill Trivett  
MOVER:  
Jennifer Milele  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor Maness,  
and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Enactment No: 2026-8  
Absent:  
11.  
11.A.  
Appointments  
Joint Economic & Community Development Board Appointment -  
Position #9  
Kenneth Martin, City Manager,  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
This item was deferred to the Board of Commissioners meeting on 1/12/2026  
DEFERRED  
RESULT:  
Joint Economic & Community Development Board Appointment -  
Position #18  
11.B.  
James Maness, Mayor  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Mayor Maness made a motion to appoint Luke Winchester. Motion passed without  
objection.  
This Action Item was approved.  
APPROVED  
James Maness  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
Commissioner Giles, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett, Mayor  
Maness, and Commissioner Milele  
Aye:  
Commissioner Hefner  
Absent:  
12.  
Adjournment  
_______________________  
Mayor James Maness  
______________________________  
Jennifer Hamblen, CMC, City Recorder