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A subcommittee will meet to discuss LBOT bylaws on March 31 at 5:30PM in the Library Conference Room. Everyone is welcome to attend and will be given an opportunity to speak about the bylaws. The next meeting of the full board is May 12 at the Library.

Starting today, you will need a Tennessee library card to access TEL resources from home. These changes will help with IP login issues and allow libraries to track our TEL usage statistics. Please let us know if you have trouble accessing TEL using your Spring Hill Public Library card.

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"I have had an interest in art since a young age and really enjoyed all kinds of mediums and styles. This continued into my adult years as a means of entertainment and exploration. Finding creative challenges has always been a part of my life. Experimenting with products, color, processes, and subject matter in everything from canvas art to interior design to graphic design in college. I quickly realized my preference for abstract art and continued to play with the concept. When paint pouring came onto the scene, I was immediately drawn to it. Fluid art gives me the opportunity to “feel” the composition in a very different way than I ever had with traditional art methods. Little did I know that soon it would become the only way I could attempt to survive a devastating personal loss that brought my whole world crashing down around me.  

During this time, I had so many emotions that I had no idea what to do with. And they were all colliding with each other in a way I had never experienced. I felt so alone but at the same time, I didn’t want to be around anyone. I wanted to stay in bed, but I was also restless. Nothing made sense. Even my dreams at night had changed, everything was in grayscale, no color anymore. And I hadn’t touched anything related to art in months. No desire at all. 

One sleepless night around 2:00am, I forced myself out of bed and went to my art room. After sitting there staring at the empty table for a while, I decided to grab a canvas. I mixed some colors up and prepared to pour. In those moments, I felt something change. As I watched the colors flow and move, my emotions started to as well. Out of shear frustration and devastating grief, I had reluctantly found my way back to a process that was providing a new outlet that I thought I had lost forever. Sometimes it soothes me, sometimes it is an avenue for me to scream without screaming, and sometimes I just need to have some fun. Whatever I think I may need, pouring helps me find it."

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On Monday, January 5, 2026, the Spring Hill Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously passed Ordinance 25-29 on its second reading, formally establishing a sewer moratorium framework — including capacity allocations and lifting prior suspension of development applications subject to that framework.

The previous suspension of development activity was originally enacted under Resolution 25-238 and further extended and amended under Resolutions 25-259 and 25-268. 

Now in effect, this sewer moratorium is meant to:

1. Ensure compliance with TDEC Consent Order WPC2025-0093
2. Prevent further allocation of sewer capacity beyond available system capability
3. Provide a fair and predictable mechanism for distributing all remaining sewer capacity

“This was a serious and necessary action to protect the long-term health of our water reclamation system and ensure we remain in full compliance with our obligations to the State,” said Mayor Matt Fitterer. “BOMA is fully committed to addressing this challenge responsibly, and we recognize that our private-sector partners are essential participants in the solution. I want to thank the development community for working constructively with the City as we prioritize reliable water reclamation service for current residents while establishing a fair, transparent path forward for remaining capacity. BOMA is committed to providing near term additional water reclamation capacity through public delivery of decentralized systems, interlocal agreements, or both. We recognize that this action will have negative local economic implications and are focused on minimizing the impact.”

For a full breakdown of the remaining sewer allocation, please refer to Ordinance 25-29. The framework can be found under “Section 2. Sewer Capacity Allocation Framework.” 

In order to ensure compliance, all projects, buildings, or tenant spaces receiving sewer allocation under this Ordinance are required to install flow meters to monitor sewer flows.

We are thrilled to share that Spring Hill's Board of Mayor and Aldermen has approved an agreement with WBA Architects for a new library conceptual design! The new library is planned for the lot beside Spring Hill City Hall, just down the road from our current location.

The design process will play out over the next several months, with renderings expected to be ready in the early spring. There will be opportunities for public feedback, so keep an eye on our social media channels and website for your chance to take part in designing our new library!

Friday, November 21, 2025, marked a historic day for the City of Spring Hill as elected officials and Spring Hill Fire Department staff officially cut the ribbon on Fire Station No. 4.

Located at the corner of Buckner Lane and Duplex Road, Fire Station No. 4 is the first two-story firehouse in Spring Hill and is the first new fire station to open in the City since 2015. 

Fire Station No. 4 has 13 bunk rooms for staff on shift and nine total bathrooms, along with a dedicated office and bunk room for the Battalion Chief on shift. The living quarters comes equipped with a full kitchen, training area, workout room, and more.

“Today is a milestone for Spring Hill,” said Mayor Matt Fitterer. “Mitchell Earwood Fire Station No. 4 strengthens our city in every way — it improves response times for our residents, provides our firefighters with the modern facility they deserve, creates space for additional EMS units and reflects years of planning and investment by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen, City Administration, and Staff. This station is a commitment to keeping our community safe as we continue to grow.”

Fire Station No. 4 is named the “Mitchell Earwood Memorial Station" in honor of former Spring Hill Firefighter Mitchell Earwood. Mitchell tragically lost his life in a weather-related incident on May 3, 2020.

Mitchell was hired by the Spring Hill Fire Department in November 2008 and served as a firefighter on Rescue 62 until his passing. Mitchell's gear will be on display in the entryway of the new firehouse, alongside a photo wall consisting of some of our favorite memories with Mitchell.

“Mitchell's spirit and memory lives on through SHFD today, and he will forever be enshrined in Fire Station No. 4,” said Fire Chief Graig Temple. “We are proud to have had Mitchell's family's support throughout the construction process, and we hope this project will stand as a lasting tribute to his service, dedication, and the legacy he left behind.”

Fire Station No. 4 will house multiple fire apparatus and other utility vehicles, helping dramatically improve response times to nearby neighborhoods. 

The City of Spring Hill is poised to be at the forefront of water reclamation in the State of Tennessee, and now the City is taking a forward-thinking approach to managing its water system, from top to bottom.

Effectively immediately, the City of Spring Hill Utility Department will be known as “Spring Hill Water,” led by General Manager Dan Allen. Spring Hill Water will consist of four divisions — Water, Reclamation, Compliance & Technology, and SPARTAN — each headed up by Assistant General Managers. Brief descriptions of each division can be found below:

Water: The Water Division comprises the Water Treatment Plant and Water Distribution. This Division maintains water quality throughout the water system with daily monitoring and testing.

Reclamation: The Water Reclamation Division operates and maintains a 5-million-gallon-per-day (MGD) treatment plant along with more than 150 miles of underground sewer lines, manholes, lift stations. Daily operations include inspection and maintenance of lines, manholes, pumps, etc.

Compliance & Technology: The Technology and Compliance Division acts as the liaison with local, state, and federal entities as water distribution and reclamation projects move forward.

SPARTAN: The Division of Strategic Project Acceleration and Resilient Technical Adaptation (SPARTAN) serves Spring Hill Water by leading the way in regard to executing key capital improvement projects for Spring Hill Water. The Advanced Purification Project is the chief responsibility of this Division.

“This restructuring is about delivering better value, smarter infrastructure, and long-term resiliency for our community,” said Mayor Matt Fitterer. “Spring Hill Water's restructuring and rebranding reflects the Board of Mayor and Aldermen's commitment to responsible stewardship, strategic investment, and building a utility system that supports our residents without compromising our fiscal discipline. By investing in a modern, accountable utility structure today, we’re laying the groundwork for a stronger, more resilient Spring Hill tomorrow.”

In Fiscal Year 2026, the Spring Hill Board of Mayor and Aldermen has approved 10 new positions for Spring Hill Water, helping to address staffing issues and allowing for multiple engineers to be hired under the new SPARTAN Division.

“The SPARTAN Division has been established to dedicate our resources to delivering the high-quality infrastructure our citizens deserve,” said Dan Allen, Spring Hill Water General Manager. “As projects ramp up, this dedicated and prepared team will be ready to meet the challenges that lie ahead.”

The organizational chart for Spring Hill Water can be found here.

In accordance with the Consent Order through the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC), the City of Spring Hill has compiled a list of sewer connection commitments. 

The document summarizes active residential and non-residential construction projects, remaining commitments, and associated vested development rights. It is intended to provide TDEC with a clear record of outstanding obligations, project vesting status, and anticipated demands on the City's wastewater system capacity.

The full document can be found here: Sewer Connection Commitments

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has issued a Consent Order to the City of Spring Hill due to repeated violations at the Spring Hill Sewer Treatment Plant. On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, the Spring Hill Board of Mayor and Aldermen passed Resolution 25-183, accepting the terms of the Consent Order.

Over a two-year period from 2023-2025, the City of Spring Hill self-reported 29 effluent exceedance violations to TDEC.

As a result of the violations, TDEC has issued this Consent Order, assessing the City of Spring Hill a total civil penalty of $65,700 — $13,140 of which must be paid within 30 days.

Under this order, Spring Hill agrees to a moratorium placed into effect on sewer connections to the City’s collection system for all projects that do not have vested sewer rights under applicable Tennessee law, among other stipulations. The City is also working on a corrective action plan to remedy the violations at the Sewer Treatment Plant.

"Spring Hill takes full responsibility for these violations and have been transparent with TDEC throughout this process by self-reporting these issues. We are committed to bringing our sewer treatment plant into full compliance with state standards,” said Mayor Matt Fitterer. “Ensuring the safety and health of our community is our top priority. Our focus is on implementing lasting solutions to prevent future violations and deliver safe and reliable utility systems."

This moratorium will remain in effect until the Sewer Treatment Plant meets the performance standards outlined in the Consent Order for a period of twelve consecutive months.

On Monday, July 7, 2025, the City of Spring Hill Board of Mayor and Aldermen reached a deal with Carter Napier to name him the new City Administrator. Napier was selected following a nationwide search that concluded with in-person interviews on June 13-14.

Napier comes to Tennessee by way of Wyoming. He has served as the City Manager for Casper, Wyoming since 2017. 

Casper has an estimated population of nearly 60,000, similar to Spring Hill. During his tenure, Napier oversaw an aggressive CIP program, planned upgrades to a wastewater treatment plant, and facilitated public-private partnerships through development agreements — mirroring major issues and opportunities currently being discussed and acted upon here in Spring Hill.

"Mr. Napier brings exactly the kind of proven leadership and infrastructure expertise that Spring Hill needs as we continue to grow," said Mayor Matt Fitterer. "His track record of managing aggressive capital improvement programs and facilitating public-private partnerships in Casper directly aligns with our priorities in Spring Hill. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen are excited to work with him to deliver the infrastructure wins our citizens deserve."

Napier is also a Credentialed Manager through the International City County Management Association — the highest level of recognition through the most respected local government organization in the country.

Previously, Napier served as City Administrator for Gillette, Wyoming from 2011-2017 and City Administrator for Riverton, Wyoming from 2003-2011.

Napier will begin his new role on or before August 20, 2025.

Starting July 1, 2025, several changes will be coming to your Utility bill. 

You can find a full breakdown of the rate changes below.

Water

Spring Hill is going into Year 2 of the previously adopted water rate increases outlined in Ordinance 24-07. The base water charge and volume charge are both increasing about 30% for the coming year. 

Sewer

Spring Hill is also going into Year 2 of the previously adopted sewer rate increases outlined in Ordinance 24-08. The base sewer charge and volume charge are both increasing about 30% for the coming year. 

Stormwater

Spring Hill is going into Year 3 of the previously adopted stormwater rate increases outline in Ordinance 23-04. For most Spring Hill residents, the monthly rate will increase by $1 to $7.75. Those with single-family dwellings with more than 10,000 square feet of impervious space on their property will pay $7.75 per month multiplied by the number of "Equivalent Residential Units" their property takes up.  

Sanitation

Sanitation rates have been reworked to reflect the City's new contract with Waste Management. There is also a $0.99 increase from last year's combined sanitation rates, which comes as a result of Resolution 22-189. 

These rate changes will officially go into effect on July 1, 2025; however, you will not see any increases on your July bill. The first bill that will reflect these rate increases will be delivered in August.

On Monday, June 16, the City of Spring Hill received official word from the State of Tennessee Comptroller’s Office that the City’s 2026 Fiscal Year budget has been approved, receiving recognition from the State Comptroller as being a “Distinguished Submission.”

The budget was submitted shortly after it was passed on second reading by the Spring Hill Board of Mayor and Aldermen on June 2, via Ordinance 25-13.

"This recognition reflects the exceptional dedication of our finance and administrative teams and the collaborative effort of our entire Board of Mayor and Aldermen," said Mayor Matt Fitterer. "Receiving this 'Distinguished Submission' commendation demonstrates Spring Hill's commitment to fiscal responsibility and transparent governance for the residents of Spring Hill. This budget represents BOMA's commitment to delivering essential services while maintaining the financial stability our community deserves."

The City of Spring Hill has worked hand-in-hand with the State Comptroller’s Office throughout this budget submittal process. 

Finance Director Rebecca Holden and Budget Manager Chelsea Perryman spearheaded the effort from the City side, even presenting a presubmission of the budget to the State in May, which received positive feedback and met all requirements and expectations of the State.

“We commend the governing body and local officials for submitting a well presented, timely, and organized budget. Complete and detailed submissions allow our office to efficiently review the budget and provide an accurate assessment within a timely manner which supports financial health in local governments in the State of Tennessee,” stated the letter from the Comptroller’s Office. “We greatly appreciate the detail, time, and effort that you put into the budget submission and look forward to continuing our work with Spring Hill to make government work better.

You can read the full letter from the Comptroller’s Office here.

On Thursday, May 29, 2025, Spring Hill Assistant City Administrator Dan Allen, accompanied by Mayor Matt Fitterer, traveled to Washington D.C. to take part in a congressional briefing regarding water reclamation.

The panel was composed of five experts in the field, including Allen. He was flanked by representatives from Pepsi and Amazon, among others. Allen specifically focused on the impact of water resources on recruiting for economic development purposes. 

“Spring Hill is expanding rapidly, and our industries — especially automotive manufacturing — rely on large volumes of high-quality water to operate,” Assistant City Administrator Dan Allen told congressional staffers. “By reusing water, we can reduce strain on the Duck River, ensure reliable supply for new and existing businesses, and protect our environment. It’s a smart investment that balances economic expansion with environmental stewardship.”

While in Washington D.C., Allen and Fitterer also met with Senator Blackburn and Senator Hagerty’s offices, stressing the importance of water reclamation for Spring Hill.

"Spring Hill’s water reclamation pilot project will position us as the leader in water reclamation in Tennessee. We are committed to leading from the front and helping push forward this important initiative for all of Tennessee,” said Mayor Matt Fitterer. “Staff’s efforts have brought positive national attention to Spring Hill. Spring Hill residents deserve high quality and sustainable utilities. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen and City staff are committed to delivering for them."

The City of Spring Hill is currently moving forward with plans for an Advanced Purification Pilot Project. The Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation gave clearance to the pilot in August of last year.

The overall Advanced Purification Project plan outlines how the City of Spring Hill will maximize its fair share of water from the Duck River through extensive treatment processes at an expanded Wastewater Treatment Plant and accompanying reservoir.

Construction of the Advanced Purification Pilot Project is scheduled to begin later this year. You can find more information about the project by clicking here.

On Tuesday, May 6, the Board of Mayor and Aldermen, along with local, county, and state leaders, celebrated the ribbon cutting at the brand new Spring Hill Police Department Headquarters!

The new facility off Port Royal features 60,000 square feet of space for our law enforcement officers to utilize. 

You can read more about this project by clicking here.

Here are the official results for the 2025 Spring Hill Election. 

Congratulations to Mayor-Elect Matt Fitterer and to the winners of the four Alderman seats: Alex Jimenez, Jaimee Davis, Erinn Hartwell, and Trent Linville!  

You can find the full official results below. 

MAYOR

1. Matt Fitterer: 1,717 
2. Jim Hagaman: 1,318 
3. John Canepari: 255 
4. Rick J. McCreadie: 193

WARD 1 ALDERMAN

1. Alex Jimenez: 1,790 
2. Teri Mai: 1,098

WARD 2 ALDERMAN 

1. Jaimee Davis: 1,171 
2. William Pomeroy: 1,077 
3. Greg Groninger: 509 
4. Scott Wernert: 344

WARD 3 ALDERMAN

1. Erinn Hartwell: 1,593 
2. Diane Cochran: 1,206

WARD 4 ALDERMAN

1. Trent Linville: 2,046 
2. Kimberly Hughes: 1,008 

These results have been certified and are now official.

A large tract of land originally slated to become a high-density housing development will now be home to a major community need.

On Monday, March 3, the Spring Hill Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BOMA) voted to approve Resolution 25-68 to purchase 111 acres of land that was planned to become a high-density housing subdivision named “Stone Creek.” The purchase price was set at $8,093,385 (approximately $73,000 per acre), all of which will be paid for with cash from the Sewer Development Fees Fund — separate from the General Fund.

The land sits adjacent to I-65 near the Brandon Woods subdivision and just south of approximately 45 acres of land that was previously donated to the City.

The developer had proposed to build more than 1000 new housing units in this development, with about 66% of those being townhomes. Instead, this land will be used to further one of the most important projects in Spring Hill — the Advanced Purification Project. The planned reservoir connected to this project will reside on this newly acquired property.

"I am thankful that City Staff was able to pull off a major win for Spring Hill residents. We are taking more than 1,000 residential units off the table and replacing them with a solution to our water needs," said Mayor Jim Hagaman. “This BOMA has been committed to the idea of smart growth, and we hear our residents’ concerns. This is a huge step in the right direction.”

On Thursday, March 6, Mayor Jim Hagaman signed the paperwork to make the purchase official.

The overall Advanced Purification Project plan outlines how the City of Spring Hill will maximize its fair share of water from the Duck River through extensive treatment processes at an expanded Wastewater Treatment Plant and accompanying reservoir. More information about the project can be found by clicking here.

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, City of Spring Hill officials welcomed Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation Commissioner David Salyers to town for a meet-and-greet, along with a tour of the Spring Hill Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Commissioner Salyers’ visit comes as the City of Spring Hill pushes forward with plans for an Advanced Purification Pilot Project. TDEC gave clearance to the pilot in August of last year.

The overall Advanced Purification Project plan outlines how the City of Spring Hill will maximize its fair share of water from the Duck River through extensive treatment processes at an expanded Wastewater Treatment Plant and accompanying reservoir. City officials gave Commissioner Salyers and his team a first-hand look at those proposed sites Wednesday.

“Being able to have these one-on-one meetings with our State officials and show them the specific challenges we face along with our proposed solutions is crucial to projects of this magnitude,” said Spring Hill Mayor Jim Hagaman. “We are grateful Commissioner Salyers and his team could make the trip to our community, and we look forward to continuing our partnership in the future.”

“The City of Spring Hill has experienced rapid growth over the past several years. I appreciate that Mayor Hagaman and city leaders have developed a thoughtful plan to balance the growth of the community with protecting its natural resources,” said TDEC Commissioner Salyers. “This is a great example of how Tennessee can continue to grow and prosper while conserving our state’s outdoor heritage. I thank the mayor for inviting us today and for his continued partnership on this project.”

Construction of the Advanced Purification Pilot Project is scheduled to begin later this year. For more information, click here.

On Tuesday, August 27, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation announced the approval of Spring Hill’s proposed Advanced Water Purification Pilot Project. 

This project has been in the works for many years, first being put before the Spring Hill Board of Mayor and Aldermen on September 6, 2022. The overall Advanced Purification Project plan outlines how the City of Spring Hill can maximize its fair share of water from the Duck River through extensive treatment processes at an expanded Wastewater Treatment Plant and an accompanying reservoir.

Prior to the long-term structures being put in place, the City of Spring Hill must display the plan’s capabilities through a multi-year pilot project, as discussed with TDEC. With this latest approval, construction of the pilot project is expected to begin in 2025.

Similar projects have been completed throughout the country, especially in drier climates in the West, but this would be the first project of its kind in Tennessee.

“Spring Hill has been given the opportunity to set the standard for the State of Tennessee when it comes to water reuse projects,” said Spring Hill Mayor Jim Hagaman. “I am proud of our City leaders and staff who have put us in this esteemed position, and I am grateful we are moving forward with the infrastructure that Spring Hill residents need and deserve. Thank you to the leadership at TDEC, and all those who played extremely important roles in this process.”

Further updates about the design and construction timelines will be released on the City of Spring Hill website and social media channels.

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