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MTAS was asked how the 15% mixed drink tax is divided and, in the case of a countywide liquor referendum, do the retail (package) liquor stores have to be located inside the city.

Summary: The Tennessee Department of Agriculture, Division of Forestry is accepting Urban Forestry project proposals from local governments, private organizations, public organizations, and educational institutions in the categories of urban forestry personnel, program development, education/training, and tree planting.

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An ordinance to raise the court costs to $100.00, including the state litigation tax.

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Ten Tennessee cities responded to a request for information regarding whether or not the city provides medical insurance to their elected officials.

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MTAS was asked for examples of gift policies or acceptance of gratuities policies.

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The purpose of GINA is to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment.

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MTAS was asked whether it is advisable for the city to install "speed bumps" on some city streets.

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The City of Elizabethton's Streets and Sanitation Manager requested that MTAS provide guidance on sanitation vehicle replacement. MTAS reviewed data collected and compiled by the city on the age, miles, maintenance cost and use of sanitation vehicles.

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Seven cities responded to a request for information from the Research and Information Center regarding the annual salary and other benefits afforded to the elected officials in their municipalities.

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MTAS was asked several questions regarding the city's annual gift to the YMCA.