The MTAS publications provided on this website are archival documents intended for informational ... more The MTAS publications provided on this website are archival documents intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered as authoritative. The content contained in these publications may be outdated, and the laws referenced therein may have changed or may not be applicable to your city or circumstances. For current information, please visit the MTAS website at: mtas.tennessee.edu.
Chapter No. 48 (SB 31/HB 65). Recorder certification-exemption for certified public accountants. ... more Chapter No. 48 (SB 31/HB 65). Recorder certification-exemption for certified public accountants. Amends T.C.A. § 6-54-120(b) to exempt certified public accountants from recorder certification requirements.
Alcoholic Beverages Chapter No. 672 (SB 3127/HB 2853). Retail liquor licensees-holding opened con... more Alcoholic Beverages Chapter No. 672 (SB 3127/HB 2853). Retail liquor licensees-holding opened containers of unmarketable product and sales demonstrations. Amends T.C.A. § § 57-3-404(h) and 406(f) to allow retail liquor licensees to hold open containers of damaged or unmarketable product to return to the wholesaler or for sales demonstrations. Allows wholesalers and retailers to conduct sales demonstrations on the premises of retail establishments and to give free samples to permitted employees of the retailer for consumption on the premises. No one other than wholesalers or their representatives, retailers, and permitted employees may be present at these demonstrations.
The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) was created in 1949 by the state legislature to e... more The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) was created in 1949 by the state legislature to enhance the quality of government in Tennessee municipalities. An agency of the University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service, MTAS works in cooperation with the Tennessee Municipal League and affiliated organizations to assist municipal officials. By sharing information, responding to client requests, and anticipating the ever-changing municipal government environment, MTAS promotes better local government and helps cities develop and sustain effective management and leadership. MTAS offers assistance in areas such as accounting and finance, administration and personnel, fire, public works, law, ordinance codification, and wastewater management. MTAS houses a comprehensive library and publishes scores of documents annually. MTAS provides one copy of our publications free of charge to each Tennessee municipality, county and department of state and federal government. There is a $10 charge for additional copies of "Tennessee Public Acts 2004." Photocopying of this publication in small quantities for educational purposes is encouraged. For permission to copy and distribute large quantities, please contact the MTAS Knoxville office at (865) 974-0411.
The 1987 Tennessee Legislature passed three distinct pieces of legislation that will affect the w... more The 1987 Tennessee Legislature passed three distinct pieces of legislation that will affect the way a municipality provides services outside its corporate limits or receives services inside its corporate limits from another local government. Following is a brief synopsis of each act: Local Government Emergency Assistance Act of 1987, Chapter 155, Public Acts of 1987, This Act authorizes any municipa. lity or other local governmental entity to go outside of its local jurisdiction in response to a request for emergency assistance by another local government. It does not create a duty to respond to or to stay at the scene of an emergency outside its jurisdiction.
The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) was created in 1949 by the state legislature to e... more The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) was created in 1949 by the state legislature to enhance the quality of government in Tennessee municipalities. An agency of the University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service, MTAS works in cooperation with the Tennessee Municipal League and affiliated organizations to assist municipal officials. By sharing information, responding to client requests, and anticipating the ever-changing municipal government environment, MTAS promotes better local government and helps cities develop and sustain effective management and leadership. MTAS offers assistance in areas such as accounting and finance, administration and personnel, fire, public works, law, ordinance codification, and water and wastewater management. MTAS houses a comprehensive library and publishes scores of documents annually. MTAS provides one copy of our publications free of charge to each Tennessee municipality, county and department of state and federal government. There is a $10 charge for additional copies of "Municipal Handbook 2006." Photocopying of this publication in small quantities for educational purposes is encouraged. For permission to copy and distribute large quantities, please contact the MTAS Knoxville office at (865) 974-0411.
Alcoholic Beverages Chapter No. 64 (SB1477/HB1207). Serving alcoholic beverages at certain speedw... more Alcoholic Beverages Chapter No. 64 (SB1477/HB1207). Serving alcoholic beverages at certain speedway. Amends T.C.A. § § 57-4-101 and 102 to allow alcoholic beverages to be served on the premises of a speedway in Wilson County. Amends T.C.A. § 57-4-301(b)(i) to require the speedway to pay an annual state tax of $1,000, thereby allowing the county and municipality, if the speedway is located in a municipality, to levy a similar tax.
MTAS operates in cooperation with the Tennessee Municipal League in providing technical assistanc... more MTAS operates in cooperation with the Tennessee Municipal League in providing technical assistance services to officials of Tennessee's incorporated municipalities. Assistance is offered in areas such as accounting, administration, finance, public works, ordinance codification, and wastewater management. Each MTAS MUNICIPAL LAW REPORT provides an in-depth analysis, discussion, or review of a legal issue of interest to Ten nessee municipal officials. The LAW REPORTS are free to Ten nessee local, state, and federal government officials and are available to others for $15.00 each. Contact MTAS for a list of recent LAW REPORTS.
The 1999 Tennessee General Assembly passed into law several acts that affect Tennessee municipali... more The 1999 Tennessee General Assembly passed into law several acts that affect Tennessee municipalities. This Hot Topic summarizes some of these acts. However, do not rely solely on these summ aries before giving advice or taking action. Refer to the act itself. MT AS will publish the complete 1999 Tennessee Public Acts next month.
The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) was created in 1949 by the state legislature to e... more The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) was created in 1949 by the state legislature to enhance the quality of government in Tennessee municipalities. An agency of the University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service, MTAS works in cooperation with the Tennessee Municipal League and affiliated organizations to assist municipal officials. By sharing information, responding to client requests, and anticipating the ever-changing municipal government environment, MTAS promotes better local government and helps cities develop and sustain effective management and leadership. MTAS offers assistance in areas such as accounting and finance, administration and personnel, fire, public works, law, ordinance codification, and wastewater management. MTAS houses a comprehensive library and publishes scores of documents annually. MTAS provides one copy of our publications free of charge to each Tennessee municipality, county and department of state and federal government. There is a $10 charge for additional copies of "Tennessee Public Acts 2007." Photocopying of this publication in small quantities for educational purposes is encouraged. For permission to copy and distribute large quantities, please contact the MTAS Knoxville office at (865) 974-0411.
Chapter No. 194 (SB 937/HB 1092). Record retention for abandoned property-penalties for failure t... more Chapter No. 194 (SB 937/HB 1092). Record retention for abandoned property-penalties for failure to report. Amends Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA), Title 66, Chapter 29, Part 1 to indicate when deductions from abandoned property by utilities and other entities are lawful. A deduction from an abandoned utility deposit is lawful, for example, if the utility has given prior constructive or actual notice that the deduction may be imposed. Actual notice means written consent from the owner. Constructive notice is written correspondence to the owner by first class mail that is not returned, notifying the owner of a new charge, or an increase. Charges may not be imposed retroactively to reduce or eliminate the property and they cannot be routinely refunded when the property is claimed. Amends TCA, Section 66-29-113 to require every holder of abandoned property valued at $25 or more to keep a record for 10 years of the owner's name and last known address. This act also amends TCA, Section 66-29-129 to prOvide for a $25 per day (maximum $1,000) penalty for failure to file reports or perform any other duty under this chapter. The act also provides for a 25 percent penalty if a person refuses to pay or deliver abandoned property to the treasurer as required by the abandoned property law. A person assessed a penalty may ask for a reconsideration by the treasurer by written request within 10 days. Any person aggrieved by the finding may file a claim in the Davidson County Chancery Court.
The MTAS publications provided on this website are archival documents intended for informational ... more The MTAS publications provided on this website are archival documents intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered as authoritative. The content contained in these publications may be outdated, and the laws referenced therein may have changed or may not be applicable to your city or circumstances. For current information, please visit the MTAS website at: mtas.tennessee.edu.
Chapter No. 48 (SB 31/HB 65). Recorder certification-exemption for certified public accountants. ... more Chapter No. 48 (SB 31/HB 65). Recorder certification-exemption for certified public accountants. Amends T.C.A. § 6-54-120(b) to exempt certified public accountants from recorder certification requirements.
Alcoholic Beverages Chapter No. 672 (SB 3127/HB 2853). Retail liquor licensees-holding opened con... more Alcoholic Beverages Chapter No. 672 (SB 3127/HB 2853). Retail liquor licensees-holding opened containers of unmarketable product and sales demonstrations. Amends T.C.A. § § 57-3-404(h) and 406(f) to allow retail liquor licensees to hold open containers of damaged or unmarketable product to return to the wholesaler or for sales demonstrations. Allows wholesalers and retailers to conduct sales demonstrations on the premises of retail establishments and to give free samples to permitted employees of the retailer for consumption on the premises. No one other than wholesalers or their representatives, retailers, and permitted employees may be present at these demonstrations.
The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) was created in 1949 by the state legislature to e... more The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) was created in 1949 by the state legislature to enhance the quality of government in Tennessee municipalities. An agency of the University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service, MTAS works in cooperation with the Tennessee Municipal League and affiliated organizations to assist municipal officials. By sharing information, responding to client requests, and anticipating the ever-changing municipal government environment, MTAS promotes better local government and helps cities develop and sustain effective management and leadership. MTAS offers assistance in areas such as accounting and finance, administration and personnel, fire, public works, law, ordinance codification, and wastewater management. MTAS houses a comprehensive library and publishes scores of documents annually. MTAS provides one copy of our publications free of charge to each Tennessee municipality, county and department of state and federal government. There is a $10 charge for additional copies of "Tennessee Public Acts 2004." Photocopying of this publication in small quantities for educational purposes is encouraged. For permission to copy and distribute large quantities, please contact the MTAS Knoxville office at (865) 974-0411.
The 1987 Tennessee Legislature passed three distinct pieces of legislation that will affect the w... more The 1987 Tennessee Legislature passed three distinct pieces of legislation that will affect the way a municipality provides services outside its corporate limits or receives services inside its corporate limits from another local government. Following is a brief synopsis of each act: Local Government Emergency Assistance Act of 1987, Chapter 155, Public Acts of 1987, This Act authorizes any municipa. lity or other local governmental entity to go outside of its local jurisdiction in response to a request for emergency assistance by another local government. It does not create a duty to respond to or to stay at the scene of an emergency outside its jurisdiction.
The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) was created in 1949 by the state legislature to e... more The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) was created in 1949 by the state legislature to enhance the quality of government in Tennessee municipalities. An agency of the University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service, MTAS works in cooperation with the Tennessee Municipal League and affiliated organizations to assist municipal officials. By sharing information, responding to client requests, and anticipating the ever-changing municipal government environment, MTAS promotes better local government and helps cities develop and sustain effective management and leadership. MTAS offers assistance in areas such as accounting and finance, administration and personnel, fire, public works, law, ordinance codification, and water and wastewater management. MTAS houses a comprehensive library and publishes scores of documents annually. MTAS provides one copy of our publications free of charge to each Tennessee municipality, county and department of state and federal government. There is a $10 charge for additional copies of "Municipal Handbook 2006." Photocopying of this publication in small quantities for educational purposes is encouraged. For permission to copy and distribute large quantities, please contact the MTAS Knoxville office at (865) 974-0411.
Alcoholic Beverages Chapter No. 64 (SB1477/HB1207). Serving alcoholic beverages at certain speedw... more Alcoholic Beverages Chapter No. 64 (SB1477/HB1207). Serving alcoholic beverages at certain speedway. Amends T.C.A. § § 57-4-101 and 102 to allow alcoholic beverages to be served on the premises of a speedway in Wilson County. Amends T.C.A. § 57-4-301(b)(i) to require the speedway to pay an annual state tax of $1,000, thereby allowing the county and municipality, if the speedway is located in a municipality, to levy a similar tax.
MTAS operates in cooperation with the Tennessee Municipal League in providing technical assistanc... more MTAS operates in cooperation with the Tennessee Municipal League in providing technical assistance services to officials of Tennessee's incorporated municipalities. Assistance is offered in areas such as accounting, administration, finance, public works, ordinance codification, and wastewater management. Each MTAS MUNICIPAL LAW REPORT provides an in-depth analysis, discussion, or review of a legal issue of interest to Ten nessee municipal officials. The LAW REPORTS are free to Ten nessee local, state, and federal government officials and are available to others for $15.00 each. Contact MTAS for a list of recent LAW REPORTS.
The 1999 Tennessee General Assembly passed into law several acts that affect Tennessee municipali... more The 1999 Tennessee General Assembly passed into law several acts that affect Tennessee municipalities. This Hot Topic summarizes some of these acts. However, do not rely solely on these summ aries before giving advice or taking action. Refer to the act itself. MT AS will publish the complete 1999 Tennessee Public Acts next month.
The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) was created in 1949 by the state legislature to e... more The Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS) was created in 1949 by the state legislature to enhance the quality of government in Tennessee municipalities. An agency of the University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service, MTAS works in cooperation with the Tennessee Municipal League and affiliated organizations to assist municipal officials. By sharing information, responding to client requests, and anticipating the ever-changing municipal government environment, MTAS promotes better local government and helps cities develop and sustain effective management and leadership. MTAS offers assistance in areas such as accounting and finance, administration and personnel, fire, public works, law, ordinance codification, and wastewater management. MTAS houses a comprehensive library and publishes scores of documents annually. MTAS provides one copy of our publications free of charge to each Tennessee municipality, county and department of state and federal government. There is a $10 charge for additional copies of "Tennessee Public Acts 2007." Photocopying of this publication in small quantities for educational purposes is encouraged. For permission to copy and distribute large quantities, please contact the MTAS Knoxville office at (865) 974-0411.
Chapter No. 194 (SB 937/HB 1092). Record retention for abandoned property-penalties for failure t... more Chapter No. 194 (SB 937/HB 1092). Record retention for abandoned property-penalties for failure to report. Amends Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA), Title 66, Chapter 29, Part 1 to indicate when deductions from abandoned property by utilities and other entities are lawful. A deduction from an abandoned utility deposit is lawful, for example, if the utility has given prior constructive or actual notice that the deduction may be imposed. Actual notice means written consent from the owner. Constructive notice is written correspondence to the owner by first class mail that is not returned, notifying the owner of a new charge, or an increase. Charges may not be imposed retroactively to reduce or eliminate the property and they cannot be routinely refunded when the property is claimed. Amends TCA, Section 66-29-113 to require every holder of abandoned property valued at $25 or more to keep a record for 10 years of the owner's name and last known address. This act also amends TCA, Section 66-29-129 to prOvide for a $25 per day (maximum $1,000) penalty for failure to file reports or perform any other duty under this chapter. The act also provides for a 25 percent penalty if a person refuses to pay or deliver abandoned property to the treasurer as required by the abandoned property law. A person assessed a penalty may ask for a reconsideration by the treasurer by written request within 10 days. Any person aggrieved by the finding may file a claim in the Davidson County Chancery Court.
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