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Jackson Energy Authority Board of Directors approve 20 resolutions during monthly meeting
The Jackson Energy Authority board of directors held its monthly meeting at the JEA Training Center, 320 U.S. Highway 45 Bypass, with 20 items on the agenda, Thursday.
Several items were related to equipment purchases designed to enhance the ability for JEA to remotely read and operate meters for the water and gas divisions.
The board also approved resolutions for improvements to the water and wastewater systems, including pipe purchases for updates to areas that will be paved by the city during this fiscal year.
“Changes to an existing contract for improvements to the Miller Avenue Wastewater Treatment Plant were approved that will allow this project to be completed after issues with the original contractor,” Monte Jones said, “The board also approved installation of a new south water well which is critical to services in the south Jackson area.
“JEA will begin an engineering study that will improve the disposal of sludge through a Bio-solids drying project at the Miller Avenue wastewater plant.”
Monte Jones is the chairman of the Board of Directors at Jackson Energy Authority.
The board also clarified a prior resolution related to JEA’s Retirement Plan that affects early retirees only.
The board heard from some employees who were concerned with prior changes to the plan and welcomed feedback for future consideration.
Management also expressed a desire to include employees chosen by their peers when reviewing future recommendations to benefits.
Unemployment rates for West Tennessee counties – sponsored by PERSONNEL PLACEMENTS, LLC
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Highlights from the July 2021 Labor Force Estimates:
The Seasonally Adjusted Unemployment Rate for Tennessee decreased from 4.9 percent in June 2021 to 4.7 percent in July 2021.
During the same time period, the Seasonally Adjusted Unemployment Rate for the United States decreased from 5.9 percent to 5.4 percent.
The unemployment rate decreased in 94 counties and increased in 1 county.
Williamson County had the lowest unemployment rate at 2.7 percent.
Perry County had the highest unemployment rate at 10.4 percent.
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Here are the 5 most expensive homes for sale in Jackson & Madison County
Here are the five most expensive homes for sale in Jackson-Madison County according to the Multiple Listing Service.
1) 118 Northhaven Drive, 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 9,147 square feet, $1,999,900
2) 204 East Deaderick Street, 3 bedrooms, 5 baths, 7,945 square feet, $1,475,000
3) 35 San Arbor Cove, $1,175,000
4) 1 O’Keena Cove, 8 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, 8,209 square feet, $850,000
5) 328 Rocky Springs, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 4,660 square feet, $799,900
Jackson-based High Point Logistics acquires American Cold Storage
Jackson, Tennessee – High Point Logistics (HPL), a freight logistics provider specializing in moving refrigerated proteins, produce, and products, announced the acquisition of American Cold Storage, a state-of-the-art cold storage facility with locations in Jackson and Humboldt, Tennessee.
American Cold Storage offers 30,000,000 pounds of cold storage space and the capability to blast freeze perishable food goods.
The acquisition positions HPL as a one-stop solution in the transport and storage of temperature-controlled proteins, produce, and products for customers across the country.
“HPL is stronger today because the value-driven culture at American Cold Storage aligns with ours,” said Adam Ferguson, President and CEO of HPL. “Relationships are the most important piece of our business, both with our customers and our team members. With this acquisition, we are set up to serve our customers more effectively at different stages of the food products’ movement, processing, handling, or storage.
“Our goal is to continue to expand cold chain services to our customers that relate directly to these needs…No matter where it is or what it is, we can keep it cold for them!”
Business Spotlight – Matt Williams joins Town & Country REALTORS
Town & Country REALTORS is pleased to welcome Matt Williams to the company’s team of top-tier agents. As an investor with over 10 years of experience in Jackson’s housing market, Matt is no stranger to the real estate industry – according to a press release from Melissa Childress, executive director, Town and Country Realtors.
“I love real estate in all its facets,” he said. “Even for first-time buyers, real estate is an investment. I view everything I do through that lens. How can I help you make the most of such a huge investment?”
Real estate runs in the family for Matt: his wife, Ginger, is already one of Town & Country’s premier agents. Even before joining the firm, the Williamses were hard at work networking and building real estate portfolios with a vision to see Jackson grow and thrive. Matt’s deep connection to Jackson drove his decision to earn his real estate license and join Town & Country.
“My family has been in Jackson for four generations,” Matt shared, “And so has Ginger’s. That kind of network and connection is hard to find anywhere else. I’m honored to build my business here, especially in a locally owned company with an impeccable reputation.”
The building, not the business – strip center in The Columns sells for $3 million +
A strip center located at 1012 Vann Drive in The Columns has been sold.
Gregory Realty GP has purchased the property that is home to McAlister’s Deli, AT&T and Men’s Wearhouse from Cypress Realty Holdings Company II LLC for $3,457,800.
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