Interview with Clarksville’s Mayor Kim McMillan
March 21, 2011
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, March 19th, Mayor Kim McMillan sat down with Clarksville Online, Discover Clarksville, and WJZM’s Hank Bonecutter to answer some questions on the top topics in Clarksville.
Some of the topics covered include the Marina, the City Budget, Clarksville Department of Electricity, Hemlock Semiconductor, growing infrastucture needs and several others.
Video Interview
City Budgeting Process
March 19, 2011
Clarksville, TN – In conjunction with Sunshine Week, Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan announces details of an open budgeting process that will include the public and will help residents better understand what goes into building a budget.
The Mayor and finance staff will have budget hearings for city departments and city-funded entities beginning April 11th at City Council Chambers. All hearings, workshops and meetings regarding the 2011-2012 Budget will be open to the public, and the proceedings will be digitally recorded and posted on the City’s website for those unable to attend. A copy of the proposed hearing dates is available on the City’s website and is attached. [Read more]
Clarksville Police Department Put Six New Officers on the Payroll
March 1, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Mayor Kim McMillan administered the Oath of Office to six new Police Officers for the Clarksville Police Department. Two of the new officers have already attended a Police Academy (Balazy, Bishop) and the other four new officers will attend the Police Academy in Donelson, March 13th-May 20th, 2011.
The new officers are Robert Thompson, Joshua Godwin, Lukasz Balazy (Certified officer), Seth Paugh, Paul Bishop (Certified officer), and Nathan Lee.
Mayor McMillan administering the Oath of Office.
Recipients Receive Mayor’s Certificate for Quick Action
February 4, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Mayor Kim McMillan recognized Clarksville Police Officer Beau Skinner, U.S. Army Captain Graham Inman, and Cynthia Young for their life-saving actions at 1032 Washington Street on January 25th, 2011.
Officer Skinner and Pat Nowell, who accepted the certificate for Captain Inman (relocated to Fort Rucker) were presented with Mayor certificates at the February 3rd City Council Meeting.
Chief Ansley reads the citation of the Mayor’s certificate to Officer Skinner. (Photos by Jim Knoll-CPD)
Indoor Aquatic Center Grand Opening
January 31, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department held the Grand Opening of the new Indoor Aquatic Center on January 29th, 2011 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm. Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan was there for the ribbon cutting. There were prizes given away, a Polar Bear Splash as well as tours to learn about the new programs available there. One lucky winner took home a FREE pool membership for the entire winter season.
Press Conference with Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan
January 25, 2011
Clarksville, TN – On January 25th, 2011, at 8:45am, Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan held a press conference where she discussed the U.S. Conference of Mayors she attended last week in Washington, D.C. Topics discussed were energy conservation and the new Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certification program that is about to kick off. As well as the Civility Accord that was brought forward by the mayor of Tucson, Robert Walkup, in light of the recent shooting in his city. The press conference was held at the Riverview Inn ballroom.
Dancing with the Stars Tickets go on Sale
January 21, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Tickets go on sale this week for the third annual Dancing with the Stars.
Altrusa International of Clarksville, producters of the show, have chosen Melissa Schaffner to step in for Mayor Kim McMillan, who had to drop out due to a knee injury.
Schaffner is the Marketing Director for Fort Campbell MWR. Schaffner joins Susan Ford, Britany Campbell, Conrad Edington, Ronnie Hunter and Jim Knoll, who have been in rehearsals for several weeks now.
Local competiors vying for Altrusa, International of Clarksville's “Dancing with the Stars” include: Sandra Ford, Jim Knoll, Conrad Edington, Melissa Schaffner, Ronnie Hunter and Britney Campbell.
City of Clarksville presented flag by 101st Airborne Division
January 19, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Mayor Kim McMillan was presented an American flag on Tuesday that flew over headquarters of the 101st Airborne Division at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan.
Maj. Gen. Frank Wiercinski, administrative senior commander at Fort Campbell, personally delivered the flag and a plaque to the Mayor’s Office on behalf of Maj. Gen. John Campbell, commanding general of the 101st, who is currently in Afghanistan.
Maj. Gen. Frank Wiercinski, right, presents an American flag that flew over 101st Airborne headquarters in Afghanistan to Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan.
Clarksville Online’s Interview with Clarksville’s Mayor, Kim McMillan
January 11, 2011
Clarksville, TN – On January 15th, 2011, Clarksville Online interviewed Clarksville’s Mayor Kim McMillan at WJZM’s radio station.
Kim McMillan sworn in as Clarksville Tennessee’s first female Mayor
January 4, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Before a standing room only crowd at the Roxy Regional Theatre yesterday afternoon, Mayor-elect Kim McMillan and six city council members were sworn in to serve the interests of the citizens of the City of Clarksville for the next two years. Lance Baker, the Clarksville City Attorney acted in the role of emcee for the ceremony. Judge Ross Hicks introduced Judge Robert W. Wedemeyer who then swore in the new Mayor.
Kim McMillan is the first woman elected to serve as the Mayor of the City of Clarksville.
Mayor Kim McMillan stands with her husband, and Judge Robert Wedemeyer moments after being sworn in.
Afterwards Mayor McMillan swore in the newly elected council members and then held a special called session of the Clarksville City council to nominate and elect Councilman Geno Grubbs as the Mayor Pro Tem. [Read more]
