Mt. Juliet, Tennessee  
2425 North Mt. Juliet Rd  
Mt. Juliet, TN 37122  
Meeting Minutes  
Monday, September 22, 2025  
6:30 PM  
Commission Chambers  
Board of Commissioners  
Workshop: Architect Workshop 5:15 PM  
Board of Commissioners Workshop Notice  
Kenneth Martin, City Manager,  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Commissioner Giles asked about another entrance for commissioners and parking and  
raised security considerations.  
Discussion was held on comments that had been heard from all members.  
Mayor Maness provided comments on the history of City Hall and commissioners.  
The Architect Workshop representatives asked what board members would like to see  
within the building.  
Mayor Maness stated a need for more seating capacity and the ability to leave the  
table safely.  
Commissioner Milele requested a larger seating area for meetings and expressed that  
a separate meeting room for commissioners may not be necessary.  
City Manager Martin stated a separate meeting room would be beneficial for legal  
updates and individual meetings between citizens and their elected official.  
Commissioner Giles responded that additional meeting rooms were not needed.  
Discussion was held on whether another room would be needed for workshops. Mayor  
Maness stated it would require cameras, City Manager Martin responded no due to  
security reasons, and Commissioner Giles agreed.  
Commissioner Milele requested separate buttons for voting. Mayor Maness noted that  
it had previously slowed the meeting process greatly.  
Mayor Maness stated the building should look professional and welcoming, with a  
balance between cost and upkeep.  
Commissioner Giles noted the need to be cautious in comparison to the new MJPD  
facility and emphasized the importance of protection for employees.  
Discussion was held.  
Commissioner Giles spoke about adding more signage showing where and what  
everything is within City Hall.  
Commissioner Hefner recommended staying in the current location, noting that  
additional space may not be needed in the foreseeable future; however, if expansion is  
required, a larger conference room and commission chamber would be beneficial.  
1.  
Citizens Comments limited to three (3) minutes per person - Ordinance 2023-15  
Public Hearing Notice  
Public Hearing 6:15 PM  
1.A.  
Attachments:  
Lucas Dancy-Cabeal, 602 Cooks Hill Road - Spoke against the Mira Bella  
development.  
Jeff Brown Jr., 1005 Bass Lane - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
Cheri Lynn Baltz, 51 Bass Lane - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
Lois Sabino, 419 Golden Grove - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
W.D. Wheeler, 2019 Stonebrook Circle - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
2.  
Call to Order & Declare a Quorum Present  
Mayor Maness called the meeting to order and declared a quorum present.  
Commissioner Art Giles, Mayor James Maness, Commissioner Jennifer  
Present:  
Milele, and Commissioner Scott Hefner  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Bill Trivett  
Absent:  
3.  
Set Agenda  
Commissioner Hefner stated that an email had been received from the attorney representing  
the Mira Bella development requesting a deferral. His motion was to remove all items  
pertaining to Mira Bella from the agenda. Commissioner Milele seconded the motion.  
Vote: Commissioner Hefner - Aye; Commissioner Milele - Aye; Commissioner Giles - Nay;  
Mayor Maness - Nay. Motion failed.  
Mayor Maness noted that Items 12.A. and 12.E. would be moved to the Consent Agenda with  
no objection.  
4.  
Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance  
City Manager Martin led the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance.  
5.  
Approval of Minutes  
Meeting Minutes to be Approved – 9-8-2025  
5.A.  
Attachments:  
A motion was made by Commissioner Giles, seconded by Commissioner Hefner, that  
this Minutes be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:  
APPROVED  
RESULT:  
Art Giles  
MOVER:  
Scott Hefner  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Mayor Maness, Commissioner Milele, and  
Commissioner Hefner  
Aye:  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Absent:  
6.  
Citizens Comments  
Citizens Comment Limited to three (3) minutes per person - Ordinance 2008-24  
Brad Young, 3138 Hidden Creek Drive - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
Cynthia Sharp, 902 Lexie Court - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
Glenn Etvir, 1026 Stonehollow Way - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
Alan Stephens, 1010 Stonehollow Way - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
Julie Silliman, 2014 Stonebrook Circle - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
Teresa Hollingsworth, 1024 Stonehollow Way - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
Brian Risner, 361 Bass Lane - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
Dalton Gleaves, 911 Beckwith Road - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
Dave Clock, 2026 Stonebrook Circle - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
Kyle Allen, 2078 Morgans Way, Hendersonville, TN - Representing the Mira Bella  
development; explained the development plans.  
Jeff Morrison, 3113 Hidden Creek Drive - Requested alternate routes for sewer lines for the  
Mira Bella development.  
Melinda Miller, 1004 Stonehollow Way - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
Michael Hartlein, 2034 Stonebrook Circle - Spoke against the Mira Bella development.  
7.  
Commissioner Reports & Comments  
Commissioner Giles thanked everyone for attending the meeting, including those from his  
district. He commented on the recent vigil held in the City of Mt. Juliet, expressing  
appreciation to the preachers and musicians who participated, and encouraged everyone to  
continue praying for the family. Regarding the Mira Bella development, Commissioner Giles  
noted that he has reconsidered his prior position. He stated that he can no longer support the  
development because Lebanon Road is not included in the 10-year transportation plan. He  
further commented that blasting has become excessive within the city.  
Commissioner Hefner echoed Commissioner Giles’ remarks about Charlie Kirk's vigil, and  
noted the importance of bringing people together to engage in discussion even when there is  
disagreement. He expressed appreciation for everyone who attended the meeting to voice  
their opinions. He addressed comments regarding the Planning Commission, acknowledging  
both negative and positive feedback, and clarified that all appointments are made by the  
Mayor except for the BOC representative. Commissioner Hefner stated he was extremely  
proud of how the new Mt. Juliet Police Department building turned out. He apologized to  
those he was unable to respond to by email and again thanked everyone for coming out.  
Commissioner Milele thanked everyone for attending the meeting, noting that it takes effort for  
citizens to come out and participate. She stated that she had reached out to Public Works  
regarding the Mira Bella development and will ask them to come speak when the items come  
before the Board. She commented that the Charlie Kirk vigil went very well and expressed her  
thankfulness to live in a city where events like this can be held.  
Mayor Maness reflected on Charlie Kirk’s life, stating that he lived a good life and that he  
hopes to emulate him. He noted that he had responded to all emails received regarding the  
Mira Bella development. The Mayor commented that while the development is a beautiful  
project, he shared concerns raised during the public comments regarding sewer capacity and  
emergency response times. From a financial standpoint, he stated that he is against growth  
that stretches the City’s resources too thin.  
8.  
City Manager's Report  
City Manager Martin thanked everyone for attending and stated that Mt. Juliet is the most  
patriotic city in the country. He encouraged residents and businesses to display American  
flags, noting that this is the only country we have.  
He expressed thankfulness for sidewalks and the work of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory  
Committee (BPAC). He also thanked Commissioner Milele and Commissioner Giles for their  
efforts.  
City Manager Martin concluded his comments by encouraging everyone to shop local.  
9.  
Unfinished Business Consent Agenda Items  
Items 9.A., 12.A., and 12.E. were read together.  
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026  
BUDGET ORDINANCE 2025-35 TO ACCEPT INSURANCE  
PROCEEDS AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR REPAIR OF  
TRAFFIC SIGNAL CABINET  
9.A.  
Kenneth Martin, City Manager,  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Items 9.A., 12.A., and 12.E. were read together on the consent agenda.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Giles, seconded by Commissioner Milele,  
that this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:  
ADOPTED  
RESULT:  
Art Giles  
MOVER:  
Jennifer Milele  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Mayor Maness, Commissioner Milele, and  
Commissioner Hefner  
Aye:  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Enactment No: 2025-41  
Absent:  
10.  
Unfinished Business - Annexation, Land Use Amendment, Rezone of Mira  
Bella Development  
Items 10.A., 10.B., 10.C., 10.D., and 10.E.  
Mayor Maness stated that Items 10.A. through 10.E. would be read together. There was  
no objection.  
Commissioner Hefner provided context on the City’s Urban Growth Boundary, noting that  
other options would remain available if the project were to fail, such as development in the  
county. He discussed alternatives to blasting, adding that the developer is a local resident  
who plans to live in the neighborhood.  
Commissioner Milele agreed with many of Commissioner Hefner’s points, expressing  
disappointment that the item was not deferred and that Vice Mayor Trivett was not present  
to provide input. She stated that she liked the project and found it to be a beautiful  
development, and explained her conversations with Public Works regarding road  
improvements and the TDOT 10-year plan.  
Commissioner Giles stated that voluntary contributions are not collected up front, that  
Lebanon Road improvements only extend to West Elementary School, and that he agreed  
with the Mayor in not supporting the project.  
Mayor Maness reiterated that while a property may be located within the City’s Urban  
Growth Boundary, that does not require annexation. He expressed long-term concerns  
with out-of-city sewer service.  
The Mayor opened the floor for staff input. City Traffic Engineer Todd Serpent stated  
concerns with traffic accessing Lebanon Road. Commissioner Milele asked the Director of  
Engineering Shane Shamanur to address an email that had been received earlier in the  
day.  
Discussion was held.  
Commissioner Hefner asked the applicant about build time. Applicant responded that  
construction would begin in 2027 and take approximately 8-10 years to complete.  
Discussion was held on sewer capacity. Commissioner Hefner asked Utilities Director Tim  
Forkum about the use of rock saws, to which he responded that he had no issue with them  
as an alternative to blasting. The applicant confirmed they were agreeable to this  
alternative.  
Discussion was held on extending coverage for MJPD and MJFD, as well as on the  
proposed gated community and its effect on police zones.  
Emily Lamb, Winston Law Firm, 1221 Broadway, and Kyle Allen, applicant, stated that  
materials would be stored off site with Mr. Bradshaw.  
Further discussion was held addressing questions raised by the public during public  
comments, including manholes, impacts to Stone Hollow Trail, and related infrastructure  
concerns.  
Commissioner Milele made a motion to defer the items to October 27, 2025.  
Commissioner Hefner seconded the motion.  
Vote: Commissioner Hefner - Aye; Commissioner Milele - Aye; Commissioner Giles - Nay;  
Mayor Maness - Nay. Motion failed.  
The motion to defer failed.  
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A PLAN OF SERVICES FOR THE  
PROPERTY KNOWN AS THE MIRA BELLA SUBDIVISION  
PROPERTY, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST INTERSECTION OF  
LEBANON ROAD AND BASS LANE MAP 055 PARCELS 70.02,  
70.03, 92.00, 92.04, 102.00, IN WILSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE,  
LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY’S URBAN GROWTH BOUNDARY  
10.A.  
Planning Commission Negative Recommendation  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
A motion was made by Commissioner Milele, seconded by Commissioner Hefner,  
that this be approved. The motion failed by the following vote:  
DENIED  
RESULT:  
Jennifer Milele  
Scott Hefner  
MOVER:  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Milele, and Commissioner Hefner  
Commissioner Giles, and Mayor Maness  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Aye:  
Nay:  
Absent:  
AN ORDINANCE TO ANNEX INTO THE CORPORATE  
BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF MT. JULIET APPROXIMATELY  
403.44 ACRES, PROPERTY LOCATED OFF BECKWITH ROAD,  
LEBANON ROAD AND BASS LANE, MAP 055, PARCELS 070.02,  
070.03, 092.00, 092.04, 102.00 AND LOCATED WITHIN THE  
CITY’S URBAN GROWTH BOUNDARY.  
10.B.  
Planning Commission Negative Recommendation  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
A motion was made by Commissioner Milele, seconded by Commissioner Hefner,  
that this be approved. The motion failed by the following vote:  
DENIED  
RESULT:  
Jennifer Milele  
Scott Hefner  
MOVER:  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Milele, and Commissioner Hefner  
Commissioner Giles, and Mayor Maness  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Aye:  
Nay:  
Absent:  
A RESOLUTION IN MEMORANDUM OF ORDINANCE ___  
RELATIVE TO THE ANNEXATION OF THE PROPERTY LOCATED  
OFF OF BECKWITH RD, LEBANON RD, AND BASS LN, ALSO  
KNOWN AS MIRA BELLA  
10.C.  
Planning Commission Negative Recommendation  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
A motion was made by Commissioner Milele, seconded by Commissioner Hefner,  
that this be approved. The motion failed by the following vote:  
DENIED  
RESULT:  
Jennifer Milele  
Scott Hefner  
MOVER:  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Milele, and Commissioner Hefner  
Commissioner Giles, and Mayor Maness  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Aye:  
Nay:  
Absent:  
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE LAND USE PLAN FOR THE  
PROPERTY KNOWN AS MIRA BELLA SUBDIVISION LOCATED  
ON LEBANON ROAD, MAP 055, PARCELS 070.02 AND 070.03,  
FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO NEIGHBORHOOD  
COMMERCIAL  
10.D.  
Planning Commission Positive Recommendation  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
A motion was made by Commissioner Milele, seconded by Commissioner Hefner,  
that this be approved. The motion failed by the following vote:  
DENIED  
RESULT:  
Jennifer Milele  
Scott Hefner  
MOVER:  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Milele, and Commissioner Hefner  
Commissioner Giles, and Mayor Maness  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Aye:  
Nay:  
Absent:  
AN ORDINANCE TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 403.44 ACRES  
OF PROPERTY OFF OF BECKWITH ROAD, LEBANON ROAD AND  
BASS LANE, MAP 055, PARCELS 070.02, 070.03, 092.00, 092.04,  
102.00 FROM WILSON COUNTY R-1 TO RS-40 AND CNS PUD  
AND TO ADOPT THE PRELIMINARY MASTER DEVELOPMENT  
PLAN FOR MIRA BELLA SUBDIVISION  
10.E.  
Planning Commission Negative Recommendation  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
A motion was made by Commissioner Milele, seconded by Commissioner Hefner,  
that this be approved. The motion failed by the following vote:  
DENIED  
RESULT:  
Jennifer Milele  
Scott Hefner  
MOVER:  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Milele, and Commissioner Hefner  
Commissioner Giles, and Mayor Maness  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Aye:  
Nay:  
Absent:  
11.  
Unfinished Business  
AN ORDINANCE TO APPROVE THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE  
MT. JULIET-WEST WILSON COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS SERVICE  
CENTER FOR THE MT. JULIET SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER  
11.A.  
Kenneth Martin, City Manager,  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Commissioner Giles made a motion to adopt the redline edition of the lease  
agreement. Mayor Maness seconded the motion.  
Vote: Yea - Unanimous.  
Back on the ordinance as 1X amended.  
Discussion was held on who would cover the utility bills.  
It was noted that Rob Porter would represent the Senior Citizens on the matter.  
Mayor Maness stated that he liked the idea of using the courtroom at the former Police  
Department for meetings.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Milele, seconded by Commissioner Hefner, that  
this Ordinance be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:  
ADOPTED  
RESULT:  
Jennifer Milele  
Scott Hefner  
MOVER:  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Mayor Maness, Commissioner Milele, and  
Commissioner Hefner  
Aye:  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Enactment No: 2025-42  
Absent:  
12.  
New Business  
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026 BUDGET  
ORDINANCE 2025-35 TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR THE TOWN  
CENTER TRAIL, PHASE 3 AND LEBANON ROAD SIDEWALKS,  
PHASE 3 PROJECTS THAT WERE RECENTLY AWARDED  
ADDITIONAL GRANT FUNDING  
12.A.  
Kenneth Martin, City Manager,  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Items 9.A., 12.A., and 12.E. were read together on the consent agenda.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Giles, seconded by Commissioner Milele, that  
this Ordinance be recommended for second reading to the Board of Commissioners,  
on meeting date of 10/27/2025. The motion carried by the following vote:  
RECOMMENDED FOR SECOND READING  
RESULT:  
Art Giles  
MOVER:  
Jennifer Milele  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Mayor Maness, Commissioner Milele, and  
Commissioner Hefner  
Aye:  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Enactment No: 2025-46  
Absent:  
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026 BUDGET  
ORDINANCE 2025-35 TO TRANSFER PERSONNEL FUNDS FROM  
THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO THE EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT  
12.B.  
Kenneth Martin, City Manager,  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Commissioner Milele explained that this matter arose due to the upcoming retirement  
of Deputy City Manager/City Recorder Sheila Luckett and the resulting split of the City  
Recorder and Deputy City Manager positions. She requested that the matter be divided  
into two ordinances for two different positions, City Manager and Deputy City Manager,  
and moved to divide the question so the two positions could be considered separately.  
With no second, the motion failed.  
Commissioner Milele stated she had no issue with the Deputy City Manager pay and  
the separate position.  
City Manager Martin stated that he had not anticipated this change and explained the  
reasons it appeared unexpectedly.  
Deputy City Manager/City Recorder Sheila Luckett explained her retirement and gave  
her thoughts on the discussion.  
Mayor Maness commented that, on average, the City Manager’s salary is less than that  
of many Deputy City Managers in other local jurisdictions.  
Commissioner Hefner emphasized ensuring that the change would have zero impact  
on the General Fund. He stated that if the money was not available, he would be willing  
to allocate $11,000 from his salary to cover the raise for the City Manager.  
Commissioner Milele asked how the pay scale would work with the top out. City  
Manager Martin explained the process. He also thanked the Commission and promised  
to bring back a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for consideration.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Hefner, seconded by Commissioner Giles, that  
this Ordinance be recommended for second reading to the Board of Commissioners,  
on meeting date of 10/27/2025. The motion carried by the following vote:  
RECOMMENDED FOR SECOND READING  
RESULT:  
Scott Hefner  
Art Giles  
MOVER:  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Mayor Maness, Commissioner Milele, and  
Commissioner Hefner  
Aye:  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Enactment No: 2025-45  
Absent:  
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE FISCAL YEAR 25/26 BUDGET  
ORDINANCE 2025-35 TO INCREASE FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY  
GRANTS  
12.C.  
Art Giles, Commissioner, James Maness, Mayor  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Commissioner Giles thanked Commissioner Milele for her work but stated that he felt  
the need to contribute to soccer.  
Commissioner Milele explained the grant process and noted that this is the tightest  
budget since she has been on the Board. She stated that the money is not available,  
noting the request was for $46,000 based on the number of participants. She further  
stated there is no reason to take funds from reserves and that feeling sympathy for the  
request is not sufficient justification for allocation.  
Mayor Maness stated that Commissioner Milele made good points and expressed a  
desire to find $5,000 from another source rather than from reserves.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Giles, seconded by Commissioner Hefner, that  
this Ordinance be approved. The motion failed by the following vote:  
DENIED  
RESULT:  
Art Giles  
MOVER:  
Scott Hefner  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, and Mayor Maness  
Commissioner Milele, and Commissioner Hefner  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Aye:  
Nay:  
Absent:  
A RESOLUTION APPROVING GRANTS BY THE CITY OF MT. JULIET  
AS PREVIOUSLY BUDGETED IN THE 2025/2026 BUDGET  
ORDINANCE (ORDINANCE 2025-35)  
12.D.  
Kenneth Martin, City Manager,  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
The item failed for lack of a second.  
This Resolution had no action taken, as it failed for lack of second.  
NO ACTION TAKEN  
Jennifer Milele  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
Enactment No: 72-2025  
RESOLUTION APPROVING AN EASEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN  
THE CITY OF MT. JULIET, TENNESSEE, AND R.J. CORMAN  
RAILROAD COMPANY/NASHVILLE AND EASTERN RAILROAD  
AUTHORITY (NERA) FOR THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, AND  
PUBLIC USE OF A GREENWAY TRAIL WITHIN THE RAILROAD  
RIGHT-OF-WAY AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE  
AGREEMENT  
12.E.  
Kenneth Martin, City Manager,  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Items 9.A., 12.A., and 12.E. were read together on the consent agenda.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Giles, seconded by Commissioner Milele, that  
this Resolution be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:  
ADOPTED  
RESULT:  
Art Giles  
MOVER:  
Jennifer Milele  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Mayor Maness, Commissioner Milele, and  
Commissioner Hefner  
Aye:  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Enactment No: 65-2025  
Absent:  
A RESOLUTION TO HONOR THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF CHARLES  
JAMES “CHARLIE” KIRK  
12.F.  
James Maness, Mayor, Art Giles, Commissioner  
Sponsors:  
Attachments:  
Mayor Maness stated that Vice Mayor Trivett would like to co-sponsor the item and that  
he was in agreement. He credited Robert G. Port with the inspiration and wording of  
the resolution.  
Tyson Beavers announced the opening of the first Turning Point chapter in Wilson  
County at Green Hill High School, with its first meeting scheduled for Wednesday. He  
explained how the chapter was founded.  
A motion was made by Commissioner Hefner, seconded by Commissioner Giles, that  
this Resolution be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:  
ADOPTED  
Scott Hefner  
Art Giles  
RESULT:  
MOVER:  
SECONDER:  
Commissioner Giles, Mayor Maness, Commissioner Milele, and  
Commissioner Hefner  
Aye:  
Vice Mayor/Commissioner Trivett  
Enactment No: 66-2025  
Absent:  
13.  
Adjournment  
9:15 pm  
_______________________  
Mayor James Maness  
_______________________  
City Recorder Sheila S. Luckett, MMC