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City of Millersville:

Tennessee's Best Kept Secret

Millersville is located in the middle of Tennessee, approximately 15 miles north of Nashville and sits on the boundaries of Sumner and Robertson Counties.

For more information about Millersville’s history and progress, feel free to contact the staff at City Hall. Be sure to also check out our City Newsletter to find out the latest happenings in the City of Millersville.

Thank you for visiting us on the Internet and we look forward to seeing you around town!

Community Development

If you would like to apply for a building permit, please clock the link below:

PERMIT APPLICATIONS:

Building Permit Fees

Code Of Ordinances:

City of Millersville

Administration

The Administration Department is headed by our City Recorder Holly Murphy.

Ms. Murphy is a Certified Municipal Finance Officer (CMFO).

As such, she oversees all accounting aspects of the city, including general budgets, A/P, A/R, payroll, and the operation of all department funds. In addition, she is in charge of Human Resources, Risk Management, Utility Billing and Document Retention functions.

City Commission

The City operates under the City Manager - Commission form of government. 

The five member City Commission is the City’s legislative body. 

The five Commissioners, all elected at large, serve four year terms of office. The terms are staggered with elections for two or three commissioners every two years. Millersville city elections are held on the November General Election date.

The Mayor and Vice Mayor are elected from the commission membership during the first meeting following an election, thus forming the “Board of Commissioners”.

The City Commission enacts all ordinances and resolutions, adopts the budget, and sets policy. The Commission appoints the City Manager, the City Attorney and members of all Boards and Commissions.

The City Commission consists of five members who are elected and serve four year terms. The Mayor and Vice-Mayor are elected from among its members. The Mayor is the presiding officer.

Non-partisan elections are held every two years, alternating between two and three positions per election. 

City Commission Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 P.M. in the Commission Chambers at city hall. City hall is located at 1246 Louisville Highway. Meetings are also streamed live on YouTube, link provided below.

Special Called Meetings may be scheduled as needed. The date, time and agenda for special meetings are posted on the front door of City Hall. Citizens are encouraged to attend.

Millersville City Commissioners

• Mayor Tommy Long- tolong@bellsouth.net
• Vice Mayor Milton Dorris- Mcody0@comcast.net
• Commissioner Cristina Templet- ct@cristinatemplet.com
• Commissioner- Alisa Huling
• Commissioner David Gregory- dwgrego@clearwire.net

Click Here to watch all of our meetings prior to 7/19/2022.  

City Court

COURT CLERK:  TESS STEPHENS

Safety School will be done via Zoom.  You will receive instructions when you are granted the class at court.

Only the Judge can determine the outcome of a case.

TRAFFIC SCHOOL:

The Judge will determine whether or not you will be allowed to attend traffic school; therefore, you must come to court to be considered eligible. The Judge will not accept online Safety School programs other than our own.

1. If the Judge grants traffic school, you will be given all necessary information about the class including date, time, place and fees. Safety School will be a 4 hour course.
2. You are not eligible for traffic school if you have had a citation within the past year or drive commercially.

PROOF OF INSURANCE:

1. If you did not have insurance at the date and time the citation was issued, you must come to court and appear before the Judge or pay  the fine before the court date.
2. The State of TN will automatically suspend your driver’s license if you did not have insurance at the time the citation was issued.
3. If you had insurance at the date and time the citation was issued but could not find the proof, please provide that proof of insurance and present it to the City Court Clerk before your court date, or present it to the Judge at your court appearance.  

PAYMENT INFORMATION:

Payments are accepted at Millersville City Hall Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.  If you pay the ticket prior to the court date, it is considered an admission of guilt, and you do not have to appear in court.

1. We accept cash, checks, money orders (except Canadian), Mastercard and Visa. There is a 3% administrative fee on credit card/debit payments. Make check or money order payable to: Millersville City Court.  You may also pay on-line at: Municipal Online Payments.  Paying on-line does add a 3% processing fee as well as a $2.50 charge that goes to our provider.
2. There is a drop box in front of City Hall where payments for the exact amount can be left after hours or on weekends and holidays.
3. If you wish to pay by mail, enclose a copy of the citation along with the correct amount due and mail to the address at the top of this page. If you want a receipt, enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Please follow-up to make sure  your payment was received.  If it is not received it will become a FTA and be sent to the State of Tn.
4. You may pay on our automated phone system at 877-748-6690.  You will need your citation number and your date of birth.  It does add 3% for the credit card/debit and $2.50 to the provider of the service.
5. All payments must be received no later than 12:00 p.m. on your court date if you do not plan to appear.

FAILURE TO APPEAR FOR COURT:

The Department of Safety will be notified of your failure to appear and your license will be suspended.

1. The cost will then be $107.50 plus a fine of $50.00 per offense due to your failure to appear.
2. The Department of Safety will also require a separate reinstatement fee.

PROPER ATTIRE IS REQUIRED AND STRICTLY ENFORCED

DIRECTIONS TO THE CITY COURT:

From Nashville, take I-65 North and get off at Exit 98, the Millersville-Springfield Exit. Turn right at the bottom of the ramp. Millersville City Hall is approximately two (2) miles on the left. Enter the building through the front doors and the courtroom is on the left.

NOTICE: All fines must be paid in full at the time of the judge’s ruling.

No arrangements! No exceptions!

City Manager

The City operates under the City Manager - Commission form of government.

The City Manager is appointed by the Commission and acts as Chief Executive Officer. Through their staff, they implement policies established by the Commission.

The City Manager is Scott Avery.

Economic Development

The City of Millersville is located in Middle Tennessee approximately 20 miles north of Nashville. Thank you for visiting us on the Internet and we look forward to seeing you around town!

Since its inception, Millersville has aggressively pursued grant funds to develop and improve its superstructure. Grants and low interest loans were acquired for the construction. With the proceeds of a bond issue, the city initiated an extensive street paving project in 1989 and paved all of the primary roads within the city. Also in 1989, the city constructed its new City Hall funded primarily by a second bond issue.

Today, Millersville is a developing city of the 21st Century. Two fire halls, modern equipment, and a dedicated full time Fire Chief and volunteer staff have dropped the fire rating to a Class 6. Thirteen full time Police Officers, together with an excellent reserve staff of officers, patrol around the clock to provide security for the residents. Well over 90% of the households are on the city’s sewer system, with plans in work to connect 100%. For more information about Millersville’s history and progress, feel free to contact the staff at City Hall .

Population in 2014: 6,660 (78% urban, 22% rural).

Population change since 2000: +23.9%

Estimated median household income in 2014: $58,968 (it was $40,840 in 2000)Zip codes: 37072.

We have many opportunities for development in the City. The State and Counties also have incentives for businesses and industrial development. Our proximity to Nashville as well as exit 104 off of I-65 makes us a prime location for business relocation and innovation.

Fire Department

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For Emergencies, Please Dial 9-1-1

Millersville Fire Department is an “all hazards” department that responds to all types of incidents including fires, automobile accidents, medical emergencies, hazardous materials response, technical rescues and much more.

Additionally, we pride ourselves in being involved in promoting emergency preparedness, fire prevention and a variety of life safety programs.

The Millersville Fire Department is comprised of two full-time members, and a team of paid on call volunteer firefighters.

The City has two Stations:

The Department continually trains all personnel on the latest fire and rescue techniques. Regular trainings are held the first and third Mondays of each month.

The Insurance Services Organization has given the Millersville volunteer Fire Department a Class 4 Rating. This rating has enabled Millersville residents to achieve very significant savings on their fire insurance premiums. Click on the ISO logo for more information.

WHEN IT COMES TO A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, SECONDS COUNT!

The City of Millersville Fire Department provides a FIRST RESPONDER PROGRAM as a service to the citizens of the City. When a medical emergency is reported inside the City, Fire Department personnel are sent along with Sumner County Emergency Medical Services to the reported emergency. Because fire personnel are strategically located throughout the city, a fire unit can be on the scene within minutes. This is especially important when a patient is experiencing heart failure or has stopped breathing.

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Parks and Recreation

The department is responsible for park grounds, facilities, programs, and activities. The department is proud to be a member of the Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association (TRPA) and National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA).

The Community Center and Playground officially opened in November of 2011. Both facilities are located at 1181 Louisville Highway. The park is open daily from daylight to dusk. The Community Center is open for public and private events. To book your party, meeting, reception, or event, please call the Millersville City Hall at 615-859-0880 ext 301 and speak to the Community Center Coordinator.

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Police Department

Our goal is to positively impact the quality of life throughout the community by delivering professional and courteous services, preserving the peace, enforcing the law and Constitution, protecting property and providing a safe environment for all citizens.

Public Works

The Public Works and Parks Department provides a variety of services for the citizens of Millersville.

The department is divided into four areas: 

• Sewer
• Streets
• Sanitation
• Parks

Garbage Collection from the trash receptacles is provided by Stinky Pink who partnered with the City of Millersville.

If you have any questions or if you have a public works related condition to report, please call City Hall at (615) 859-0880.

Public Works Director: Jerry Schrader

Stormwater

Stormwater Management in Millersville

Millersville has adopted a Storm water Ordinance as well as, the State of Tennessee Sediment and Erosion Control Handbook. 

For additional information on obtaining a Land Disturbance Permit, please contact us at 615-859-0880.

Utility Services

Utility Clerk: Kelsie Charter

For issues with trash service provided by Stinky Pinky please call 931-551-9835.

Stinky Pinky Holidays Observed:  New Years Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.  If your service day falls on or after a holiday during the week, your pickup day will be delayed by one day.

Millersville City Water comes from:

White House Utility District 

(615) 672-4110

The City is serviced by both Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation and Nashville Electric Service depending on your location.  Natural gas is provided by Piedmont.

• Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation (615) 672-7066
• Nashville Electric Service(615) 736-6900
• Piedmont Natural Gas 800-752-7504

Billing for Sewer and Water are separate. Sewer billing and payments are handled through City Hall. Payments may be made at City Hall or Mailed to:  

City of Millersville

1246 Louisville Hwy

Millersville, Tennessee 37072

Millersville Sewer Department

(615) 859-0880 ext. 101

DO NOT FLUSH

SEWER ADJUSTMENT POLICY

SEWER RATE STUDY 2020

Garbage collection for residential properties will be provided by Stinky Pinky Inc. All inquiries or issues with service should be directed to City Hall.

Millersville Solid Waste Division

(615) 859-0880 ext. 114

Codes Enforcement

The Codes Enforcement division is headed by the Codes Enforcement Officer. 

Codes Enforcement investigates municipal code violations regarding dilapidated buildings, dirty or overgrown lots, illegal dumping and abandoned or junk vehicles. 

For more information on these areas and the services they provide, please see our Frequently Asked Questions below or choose from the links provided on the side of the page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Make a Complaint?

You can call 615-859-0880 ext.401 or write to or visit the Codes Enforcement Office to register a complaint.   

or Click here to file a complaint or compliment.  

What Constitutes a "Dirty or Overgrown Lot?" 
Trash and debris which have accumulated on a piece of property, overgrown vines, underbrush or grass over 8 inches high are all violations of city codes.

Sec. 38-2. - Overgrown lots.

(a)

Prohibition . Pursuant to the authority granted to municipalities under T.C.A. § 6-54-113, it is unlawful for any owner of record of real property to create, maintain, or permit to be maintained on such property the unrestricted growth of vines, grass, underbrush and other vegetation commonly recognized as weeds. It shall be unlawful for any person to fail to comply with an order by the city manager or his/her designee to cut such vegetation when it has reached a height of over eight inches.

(b)

This section shall not apply to property on which active farming operations requiring the growth of grass for agricultural purposes are being conducted.

(Ord. No. 90-145, ch. 1, § 2, 4-17-1990; Ord. No. 08-541, § 1, 9-16-2008)

Sec. 38-5. - Condition of premises.

(a)

It shall be unlawful for any person to permit any premises owned, occupied, or controlled by him to become or remain in a filthy condition, or permit the use or occupation of the premises in such a manner as to create noxious or offensive smells and odors in connection therewith, or to allow the accumulation or creation of unwholesome and offensive matter or the breeding of flies, rodents or other vermin on the premises to the menace of the public health or the annoyance of people residing within the vicinity.

(b)

It shall be unlawful for any person to permit on their property within the city the accumulation of trash, refuse, rubbish, litter, or any other substance, animal or thing, to such an extent that such growth or accumulation is injurious to the health and welfare of an inhabitant of the city.

(Ord. No. 90-145, ch. 1, § 5, 4-17-1990)

How Long Do I Have to Correct a Lot Problem? What If I Miss the Deadline?
The owner has 10 days from the date of the letter outlining the code violations to correct them. Exceptions will and can be made on a case by case basis to allow for more time.  If violations are not corrected, a city crew will correct the violations by cleaning or mowing the lot and bill the owner. The owner can be cited to Municipal Court, where substantial fines, penalties, and liens can be imposed.

• What Constitutes an "Abandoned or junk Vehicle?"

ARTICLE V. - ABANDONED MOTOR VEHICLES AND ACCESSORIES

• 78-141. - Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Abandoned motor vehicle means any motorized vehicle that is incapable of being moved under its own power or does not display current licenses and registration.

Motor vehicle accessories means any parts of any motor vehicle.

(Ord. No. 90-143, § 2, 4-2-1990)

• ARTICLE VI. - JUNKED VEHICLES

• 78-171. - Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Codes administrator and building inspector shall mean the individuals employed by the city to act on behalf of the city in carrying out the duties and responsibilities as described in the applicable job descriptions for each position.

Hobby cars shall mean vehicles used for the purpose of a hobby, i.e. racecars and car restoration activities.

Junked vehicle shall mean a vehicle of any age that does not display a current license plate and vehicle registration and/or is damaged or defective in any one or combination of any of the following ways that either makes the vehicle immediately inoperable or would prohibit the vehicle from being operated in a reasonably safe manner upon the public streets and highways under its own power if self-propelled or while being towed or pushed, if not self-propelled:

(1)

Flat tires, missing tires, missing wheels, or missing or partially or totally disassembled tires and wheels.

(2)

Missing or partially or totally disassembled essential part or parts of the vehicle's drive train, including, but not limited to engine, transmission, transaxle, drive shaft, differential or axle.

(3)

Extensive exterior body damage or missing or partially or totally disassembled essential body parts, including, but not limited to, fenders, doors, engine hood, bumper or bumpers, windshield or windows.

(4)

Missing or partially or totally disassembled essential interior parts, including, but not limited to, driver's seat, steering wheel, instrument panel, clutch, brake or gear shift lever.

(5)

Missing or partially or totally disassembled parts essential to the starting or running of the vehicle under its own power, including, but not limited to, starter, generator or alternator, battery, distributor, gas tank, carburetor or fuel injection system, spark plugs or radiator.

(6)

Interior is a container for metal, glass, paper, rags or other cloth, wood, auto parts, machinery, waste or discarded materials in such quantity, quality and arrangement that a driver cannot be properly seated in the vehicle.

(7)

Lying on the ground (upside down, on its side, or at another extreme angle), sitting on block or suspended in the air by any other method.

(8)

General environment in which the vehicle sits, including but not limited to vegetation that has grown up around, in or through the vehicle, the collection of pools of water in the vehicle, and the accumulation of other garbage or debris around the vehicle.

Person shall mean any natural person, or any firm, partnership, association, corporation or other organization of and kind and description.

Private property shall include all property that is not public property, regardless of how the property is zoned or used.

Traveled portion of any public street or highway shall mean the width of the street from curb to curb, or where there are no curbs, the entire width of the paved portion of the street, or where the street is unpaved, the entire width of the street in which vehicles ordinarily use for travel.

Vehicle shall mean any machine propelled by power other than human power, designed to travel along the ground by the use or wheels, treads self-laying tracks, runners, slides or skids, including but not limited to automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, motor scooters, go-carts, campers, tractors, trailers, tractor-trailers, buggies, wagons, earth moving equipment and any part of the same.

(Ord. No. 07-505, § 1, 2-20-2007)

NONTRADITIONAL AND DILAPIDATED MANUFACTURED HOMES ORDINANCES MAY 16TH 2023

Construction Services

Stormwater Coordinator

Stormwater

The Stormwater department monitors and enforces storm water regulations pertaining to all construction projects including stormwater runoff and to monitor the Town’s right-of-ways to ensure that safety standards and construction specifications are met.