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The study request resulted from a desire for Scotts Hill to evaluate the possibility of improving its ISO rating from a Class 7 to a Class 5. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the entire fire department and make recommendations related to fire department management, operations, resources, and enhanced level of services. The scope of this study includes a review of the present ISO rating, meeting OSHA and NFPA requirements, and best practice management of the fire department.

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MTAS was asked to advise the city on several issues related to the unauthorized posting of the position of director of schools.

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A survey of six Tennessee cities to gather information on the starting salary paid to patrolmen/deputy sheriffs.

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MTAS was asked what the maximum purchasing limit is without bidding for a city and for examples of ordinances that establish purchasing policies.

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MTAS was asked whether a property owner got adequate legal notice that he owed delinquent property taxes and of the delinquent tax sale.

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A summary of the FLSA requirements for compensation associated with overnight travel.

Summary: The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (ECD) will not approve grants for entities not in compliance with the requirements of Public Chapter 1101.

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MTAS was asked whether the Mayor has any authority conferred upon him by the City Code in relation to the Industrial Development Board.

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MTAS was asked to assist the City of Columbia with strategic planning sessions.

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MTAS Legal Consultant Stephanie O'Hara responded to a request for information regarding a private citizen's responsibility to repair sewer lines on private property.