HUNTINGDON, Tenn. — The Huntingdon Town Council will meet Tuesday at 5:15 P.M. at City Hall with a full agenda that includes a final vote on the grinder pump ordinance, a new trash collection contract, and more than $200,000 in equipment purchases.
Grinder Pump Ordinance — Final Vote
Ordinance No. 656, which updates the town’s rules on grinder pump installation, maintenance, and usage, comes back for its second and final reading. The ordinance drew discussion at the March meeting, with Council member Chad Barnhart raising concerns about honoring commitments made to residents who were annexed into the city under the understanding that the town would maintain their grinder pumps.
The ordinance states the town will provide maintenance on units installed prior to June 2023, but property owners will be billed for parts. For new construction, property owners and developers will bear the full cost of grinder pump installation and maintenance.
Solid Waste Collection Bids
The council will consider a bid award for solid waste collection services.
Three companies submitted bids: Republic Services at $11.95 per residential unit per month, Unified Disposal Partners at $13.80, and Waste Management at $19.00. Two other firms, RaeKar and Rakk Solid Waste, did not bid on residential service.
Republic Services came in as the lowest residential bidder, while Unified Disposal Partners offered up to 300 tons of free disposal for bulk waste the town hauls itself.
The council will weigh pricing across residential, commercial, and industrial categories.
Dixie Carter PAC HVAC Replacement
The council will consider a bid award for two new rooftop HVAC units at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center: a five-ton and a three-ton heat pump.
Seven firms were solicited. The apparent low bidder is Tim Ferguson Plumbing, Air, Electric of Jackson at $16,954. Bids ranged from $16,954 to $36,130.
Municipal Election Called
Resolution No. 026-05 would formally call the November 3, 2026, municipal election for three at-large council seats, to be held in conjunction with the Carroll County general election.
Candidates must file a petition of nomination signed by at least 25 qualified electors with the Carroll County Election Commission by noon on August 20, 2026. Terms for the three winners will be four years each, beginning November 5, 2026.
Fire Department Equipment
The council will consider approval of a $47,199.80 purchase of 3M Scott Air-Paks and related equipment from Municipal Emergency Services under a Sourcewell contract. The purchase is fully funded by a 2026 State of Tennessee Volunteer Fire Department Grant.
The order includes four Air-Pak units, eight spare cylinders, 19 harnesses, and 24 SCBA mask bags.
Street Department Equipment
Two purchases are on the agenda for the Street Department: a Bush Hog 4110 single flex-wing rotary cutter at $21,750, and a 2026 Freightliner 114SD tandem truck with a Rogers 15-foot M-Series demo bed from TAG Truck Center of Jackson at $180,435 under a Sourcewell contract. The truck is budgeted at $186,200.
Water Bill Adjustments
Two water bill adjustments are on the agenda for customers who experienced leaks and busted pipes. Under the town’s normal adjustment policy, bills are recalculated based on average consumption. The council has set a precedent at recent meetings of further reducing catastrophic bills to $250.
Purple UP! Proclamation
Mayor Chad Edwards will read a proclamation declaring April 15 as “Purple UP! for Military Children Day” in Huntingdon, recognizing the sacrifices and contributions of military-connected youth.