This is a sample policy to serve as a template for a specific policy based on local needs. In October of 1996, the Department of Safety began issuing handgun carry permits pursuant to T.C.A. 39-17-1351. While Tennessee allows persons with a valid handgun carry permit to carry handguns in places where they are not otherwise prohibited by law, an employer has the right to set policy for the workplace. There is debate on this issue, but the consensus of most municipal governments is to prohibit guns in the workplace except for commissioned law enforcement officers and similar employees with a need to go armed in the performance of their duties.

MTAS was asked whether a business that contracts with another waste disposal company for solid waste pickup could be legally mandated to pay the fee levied by the Authority and have its solid waste disposed of by the Authority.

A form to acknowledge the receipt of a copy of the Town's HIPAA policy and training on that policy.

Twenty-nine cities and organizations were asked whether they have an emergency management director and salary information for that position.

The City of Gallatin, Tennessee asked Elisha Hodge whether they may use Tennessee Code Annotated section 6-58-118 as the legal basis for bringing a piece of property into Gallatin's UGB that will ultimately be annexed into the city.

An ordinance prohibiting the placement of tree leaves, grass clippings, and other yard wastes within the storm sewerage system.

MTAS was asked about monetary obligations and health insurance owed to the city attorney if the city terminates his contract.

MTAS was asked whether a municipal court may suspend a person's driver's license for non-driving violations.

This participant manual from an MTAS/CGT course contains information and worksheets to help you learn how to implement a capital budgeting program.

MTAS was asked to determine which Tennessee cities have recall provisions.