Bradley County Commissioner Jeff MorelockCLEVELAND, Tenn. – The Bradley County Commission plans to address several issues Monday, including funding options for Lake Forest Middle School renovations and animal control services.
At the top of the voting agenda is an 8-cent property tax increase intended to fund a $14 million overhaul of the 37-year-old middle school.
“You can vote it up or down, or amend it or make a substitute motion as you see fit,” said Commissioner Jeff Morelock, the measure’s sponsor.
Morelock said he welcomed discussion of any concerns, including possible cost-cutting for that project and other county expenses.
Plans call for a central building to replace more than half the 17 existing classroom pods. The project, which includes a geothermal field, is expected to save energy and avoid more than $6 million in needed repairs.