Roberta Nee Adams

Roberta Nee Adams

  • Joined: May 19, 2026
  • Articles: 7

METRO MOORE COUNTY UTILITY DEPARTMENT

The Metro Utility Department’s budget was the main topic of May’s board meeting. The 2026-2027 budget sees few changes from this year’s budget other than allowing for rising costs of business. Last year’s projections for the 20252026 budget were on target, with revenues being slightly higher than projected.

Director Moorehead addresses Planning Commission

Director of Schools Chad Moorehead spoke to the Planning and Zoning Commission at May’s meeting to give an update on school enrollment. Though enrollment has seen a steady increase in recent years, this year’s enrollment jumped by 44 students. Though that number may not seem like a lot, with average class sizes running between 65 and 75 students from year to year, that number is close to a whole new graduating class.

MUD reduces rates again

    The Metro Utility Department’s budget was the main topic of May’s board meeting. The 2026-2027 budget sees few changes from this year’s budget other than allowing for rising costs of business. Last year’s projections for the 2025-2026 budget were…