Wind Advisory Issued for Crossville and Middle Tennessee 6 AM Thursday to 6 AM Friday

Windy Conditions Expected Thursday Through Thursday Night... 

A strong low-pressure system is forecast to move from the Central Plains into the Great Lakes Region Thursday into Thursday night. Strong south winds will be experienced across Middle Tennessee Thursday through Thursday night. These winds are expected to drop off quickly after sunrise on Friday.

WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THURSDAY TO 6 AM CST FRIDAY:

* TIMING...6 AM CST THURSDAY TO 6 AM CST FRIDAY

* WINDS...For locations west of the Cumberland Plateau Region, sustained winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts to around 45 mph. For locations across the Cumberland Plateau Region, sustained winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts to around 50 mph.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds can cause tree and branch damage. Loose outdoor object may be blown around. High profile vehicles traveling on east-west roadways may experience traveling difficulties.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that winds over 40 mph are expected. Winds this strong may blow down a few trees or tree limbs and cause isolated power outages. Driving may also become difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

A Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Jim Young Reporter

I heard the bells on Christmas Day

Their old, familiar carols play,

And wild and sweet

The words repeat

Of peace on earth, good-will to men!

And thought how, as the day had come,

The belfries of all Christendom

Had rolled along

The unbroken song

Of peace on earth, good-will to men!

Till, ringing, singing on its way,

The world revolved from night to day

A voice, a chime,

A chant sublime

Of peace on earth, good-will to men!

And in despair I bowed my head ; 

"There is no peace on earth," I said ; 

"For hate is strong

And mocks the song

Of peace on earth, good-will to men !"

Then pealed the bells more loud and deep: 

"God is not dead; nor doth he sleep!

The Wrong shall fail,

The Right prevail,

With peace on earth, good-will to men!"

Crossville City Council meeting in Training Retreat to discuss many topics Monday

Members of the Crossville City Council will be meeting for much of the day on Monday in a training retreat to acquaint the new members with the operations of the city and to give updates to the other council members.

Crossville City Council members as of December 2018

L-R J. H. Graham, Rob Harrison, Mayor James Mayberry,

Art Gernt and Scot Shanks

The day, starting at 8 AM at the Clyde M. York 4-H Camp will include reports from several city staff members.  The meeting is open to the public and the agenda includes the topics listed below.

1. Police Analysis
     a. Street Closings
2. Engineer’s updates – Major Projects
3. Water Issues
4. Airport Committee
5. Wage Study Update
6. Water Loss Insurance
7. Energy Project – Downtown Street Lights
8. Vehicle for the Medical Director
9. City Flag
10.Recreation Topics
  a. Reorganization-Leisure Services
  b. Pickle Ball
  c. Disc Golf
  d. Support of Tournaments
  e. Golf Capital-Only the beginning
  f. Splash Pad-Staffing & Fees
  g. Garrison Phase 2
  h. Centennial Splash Pad
  i. Meadow Park Lake
      i. Bike Trails
      ii. Other Uses

11.Economic Development
  a. Retail
  b. Downtown
  c. Tourism
  d. Regional Approaches

12.Palace Advisory Board
13.Administrative Hearing Officer
14.Video streaming
15.Mayor & Council Items

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Holiday Season Impaired Driving Enforcement Underway in Crossville

Crossville Police Department Press Release:

The Crossville Police Department is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) to increase impaired-driving enforcement from December 14, 2018, to January 1, 2019, surrounding the holiday season. The THSO’s statewide Booze It and Lose It campaign is part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Drive Sober or Get Pulled Overnationwide mobilization.

Increased state and national messaging about the dangers of drunk driving, coupled with increased sobriety checkpoints and high visibility enforcement, aim to drastically reduce the number of drunk-driving crashes, injuries, and fatalities this year.

“We ask all Tennesseans to please drive safely this holiday season,” said THSO Director Vic Donoho. “Our state and local law enforcement partners will be out in full force to secure Tennessee roadways. We want everyone to make it home safely, so please designate a sober driver.”

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The consequences of a single DUI conviction for a first-time offender in the state of Tennessee may include costly fines, court costs, legal fees, jail time, mandatory drug and alcohol treatment, and/or the installation of an ignition interlock device in his/her vehicle.

The THSO provides grant funding to support the Crossville Police Department’s increased enforcement efforts during the Booze It and Lose It holiday campaign. For more information about the THSO, please visit www.tntrafficsafety.org.

Tilley promoted to patrol captain at Crossville Police Department

The City of Crossville Police Department and Chief Jessie Brooks proudly announces the promotion of Patrol Captain Brian Tilley. Captain Tilley has served with the City of Crossville Police Department for 22 years and is a veteran of the United States Army. Captain Tilley has been an active member of this agency as a Patrol Lieutenant, Field Training Supervisor, and Shift Supervisor. He will continue to serve as the THSO Coordinator and Video Evidence Manager, in addition to the duties of Patrol Captain.

Brian Tilley

The promotion of Patrol Captain Tilley will be effective on December 23rd, 2018. The department is proud of the work ethic and leadership qualities of Captain Tilley and looks forward to many years of continued service to the citizens of the City of Crossville.

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Annual Crossville Christmas Open House brings public and officials together.

The annual Crossville Christmas Open House was held Thursday evening December 13 and featured a chance to talk to city officials, holiday cheer and light refreshments.  

The open house tradition began in the late 1980s and was started by then Crossville Mayor Willis Cox.

Students of Ann Looney provided music for those who attended and Santa and Mrs. Claus also stopped by.  

Crossville City Hall Decked out for Christmas.

Crossville Mayor James Mayberry chats with

Mayor pro-tem Art Gernt, left, and city engineer

Tim Begley, right. 

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Ann Looney, left, and her music students that provided

a variety of music selections during the event.

A number of pageant winners were on hand to greet

the public.

City Council Open House Thursday from 4-6 PM Executive Session then Called meeting at 3:15 PM

The Crossville city council will host its annual Christmas Open House at Crossville City Hall on Thursday from 4 PM to 6 PM and will hold a special called meeting at 3:30 PM.

In addition to the called meeting to handle two routine items the council will meet again in an executive session with city attorney Will Ridley at 3:15 PM.

The called meeting agenda items include discussion of Crossville Memorial Airport pavement rehabilitation along with the third and final readings of a budget amendment for pickleball courts and changes to the open burning ordinance.   

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