
News
January 30, 2019
By: Dwayne Page
The Smithville Aldermen have adopted an updated zoning classification ordinance with a new color coded map as recommended by the Smithville Planning Commission.
(CLICK LINKS TO VIEW PDF OF ORDINANCE AND COLOR MAP AT THE END OF THIS STORY BOTTOM OF THE PAGE)
First reading action was taken on the ordinance during a special meeting Tuesday night at city hall. Second and final reading action will be scheduled at a meeting in March following a public hearing.
According to City Administrator Hunter Hendrixson, the new ordinance is intended to simplify the designations of zoning districts.
The R-1 (low-density residential) districts (single-family dwelling, excluding mobile homes) and R-2 (high density residential) districts (multi-family dwellings) will remain the same. All the R-3 (high density residential) districts will be re-classified as R-2.
B-1 districts (business uses) will be re-classified as C-1 (commercial districts) for small businesses.
B-2 district (central business district) will be re-designated as C-2 (commercial district) for businesses in the downtown area.
M-1 districts (manufacturing uses) will be re-classified as I-1 (Industrial Districts) for light industry uses.
The new color coded zoning map shows the following:
R-1 districts (yellow)
R-2 districts (orange)
C-1 district (pink)
C-2 districts (red)
I-1 districts (purple)
Smithville Zoning Map 2019-2.pdf
Smithville-Zoning-Ordinance.pdf
Dining with Diabetes In February
January 30, 2019
By: Dr. April Martin, UT Extension Agent
The UT Extension Office in DeKalb County will be offering Dining with Diabetes classes on February 11, 18, and 25th. The three consecutive classes will be held in the kitchen of the DeKalb County Complex building from 6:00 – 7:30 pm. UT Extension Agent Dr. April Martin will conduct the program. Dining with Diabetes is open to anyone with diabetes, family members of diabetics or anyone at risk for diabetes.
You will learn how to prepare quick and healthy meals that taste good. Recipes will be demonstrated and participants will have the opportunity to taste each one. There is a charge of $15 that covers the entire course for the food which will be demonstrated. Participants will be able to have a small meal as well.
Participants will gain knowledge on analyzing nutritional value of foods; how to identify and monitor the amount of carbohydrates, sodium and fat eaten; how to modify favorite recipes to reduce refined carbohydrates, sodium and saturated fat; how to identify sources of “healthy” fats in food such as, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fat including food sources of omega 3 fatty acids; how to identify hidden sources of trans fat in food and how to use artificial sweeteners, plus the importance of physical activity. Recipes and handouts will be given to each participant.
Diabetes is a very serious and costly disease. Research has shown that those who learn to manage their blood sugar levels; eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly can lower their risk of complications. Diabetics can lead a healthy and productive life when they manage their disease.
For registration information, contact the UT Extension office 615-597-4945 by February 7. Class size is limited, so reservations are needed.
Smithville Police Department Gets New Officer
January 30, 2019
By: Dwayne Page
The Smithville Police Department has a new officer.
Colt Stewart was hired by the aldermen to fill a vacancy in the police department during a special meeting held Tuesday night at city hall.
Chief Mark Collins, who made the recommendation, said Stewart is a five year law enforcement veteran who comes to the city after working at the sheriff’s department. “ I think he will be a valuable asset and great help to the police department,” said Chief Collins.
Meanwhile, the aldermen also voted to promote officer Lance Dillard to the rank of sergeant in the police department upon the recommendation of Chief Collins.
After the meeting, Officer Stewart was sworn in by City Attorney Vester Parsley. Two other recent additions to the police department, Officers Kendall Parker and Eric Ervin were also sworn in.
In other business, the aldermen voted to hire David Ward to fill a vacancy in the sanitation department. Ward has a commercial drivers license.
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