Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MT. PLEASANT, TN – January 27, 2024

CITY OF MT. PLEASANT ADDRESSES ONGOING POTABLE WATER SUPPLY ISSUES

Contact:  Kate Collier - 931-379-7717 Ext 100 - kcollier@mtpleasant-tn.gov

The City of Mt. Pleasant is addressing ongoing weather-related challenges in the potable water supply system, necessitating immediate conservation measures. In accordance with the City's Emergency Plan, all industries have been told to discontinue the use of potable water to alleviate strain on the water supply.

To further mitigate the impact, laundromats and car washes have been told to also temporarily close operations. Additionally, restaurants and private citizens are urged to curtail water usage as much as possible. As a precautionary measure, bottled water distribution is available at the Mount Pleasant Community Center located at 501 Gray Lane in Mount Pleasant. The distribution center is adjacent to Mount Pleasant High School.

While the situation should not escalate to the point of issuing a boil water notice, proactive conservation efforts have had a positive impact in maintaining system stability. The city's utility personnel and dedicated staff are working tirelessly to address the issue, and repairs are anticipated to extend into the coming week. In addition, neighboring utility employees from Columbia Power and Water Systems (CPWS) and Maury County Water System have sent help. The city is working side by side with the Maury County Office of Emergency Management as well.

Updates on the status of the water supply will be provided as significant improvements are made. Residents are encouraged to continue their conservation efforts during this period.

"We certainly understand the inconvenience this may cause for our residents and businesses, and we appreciate your cooperation in conserving water during this challenging time. Our dedicated teams are working around the clock to resolve the issue, and we will keep the community informed of any developments. Even better, the support from volunteers and the community has been unbelievable”, said Bill White, Mayor.

For more information and updates, please visit the City of Mt. Pleasant website at www.mtpleasant-tn.gov

MOUNT PLEASANT RECIEVES APPROVAL TO BID DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PROJECT

Press Release - March 30, 2023 

MOUNT PLEASANT, TN – Mount Pleasant received a Notice to Proceed with Construction from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) in late March, which moves the project to the bidding phase. The project is Phase I of a Downtown Revitalization Project that will include new accessible sidewalks, ADA compliant pedestrian ramps, new pedestrian lighting, and amenities including benches, trash receptacles, and bike racks. 

TDOT awarded the City $1.25 million in Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant funds in 2018 for the pedestrian improvements. As part of the grant agreement, the City must provide a minimum match of 20% to receive those funds. In an effort to do a comprehensive project, the City has worked with the Water and Sewer Department to conduct water and sewer rehabilitation simultaneously. Mount Pleasant Power is also assisting the City in funding the lighting and traffic signalization portion of the project. In total, the project construction is expected to cost about $2.5 million. 

Kate Collier, City Manager, reported, “This project has been in the making for many years. It started with a Downtown Master Plan, continued with a grant application to TDOT, then years of coordination and going through TDOT’s required processes. We are thrilled to finally put this project out to bid!” 

The bidding process is expected to be initiated over the next several weeks, with a bid opening in early May. More approvals and coordination with TDOT will have to take place before formal award. However, the City hopes to be able to begin construction later this summer and the project complete by the fall of 2024. 

The schedule of implementation of the Phase I project is timely, given that the City was awarded approximately $1.85 million in a 2022 TAP grant for the pedestrian improvements in the Phase II project area. This is part of the City’s on-going commitment to implement the master plan for revitalization of Mount Pleasant’s downtown.