This is a presentation that was made to cities in West Tennessee following the announcement of the Blue Oval City project (Ford EV Plant). The presentation is on the topic of growth preparedness and the importance of preparing in advance of the potential growth and development that will be resulting from the Blue Oval City Project. The presentation was the first in a series of presentations provided by MTAS on the topic of growth preparedness following the Blue Oval City project announcement to raise awareness of municipal officials on the importance of growth preparedness in advance of growth and development that will follow the Blue Oval City Project.

The purpose of this policy is to reaffirm the City of Sedona's policy against any form of harassment including sexual harassment, harassment based upon race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. It also affirms the City of Sedona's zero tolerance policy towards bullying.

MTAS was asked to review options for limited law enforcement services, such as contracting police services and a two-person police force for small cities.

MTAS was asked whether the Mayor and Board may properly vote to give themselves a specific ($40.00) "expense account" in addition to the salary they already receive, to become effective during their current terms of office.

Nineteen cities responded to a survey asking whether they have a policy regarding tattoos in the workplace; several cities shared their policies.

MTAS was asked about the propriety of an elected city judge and the city attorney holding these municipal offices while working for the same law firm.

MTAS was asked whether USERRA protects the rights of any American who wishes to serve in the armed forces regardless of voluntary promotions, which may equal more time away from work.

This publication provides guidance to TDEC's minimum monitoring requirements for NPDES MS4 program effectiveness and compliance.

MTAS was asked to provide utility policies to the city.