Accomplishments & Completed Projects since November 2020
When I began as a commissioner in November of 2020, my expectations for the future of our city were extremely high. How encouraging and uplifting it was to witness the city surpass these expectations in my first four years. By seeking input and help from our community, city staff, county & state legislatures, administrators, non-profit organizations, business owners, and the commission, we were able to make so many improvements to our parks, roads, and the overall cleanliness of our small town. Additionally, we were able to increase capital projects using ARP funds and other Federal/State grants.
By re-organizing our Police Department personnel coupled with updating their mission statement and vision, we have maintained the lowest number of victim related crimes since the city began keeping these types of statistics.
All the following accomplishments have enhanced the quality of life for everyone within our community.
Added 3 ballfields to Soddy Daisy Kids Club Park
Updated the adult ballfields at Veteran’s Park
Added a new concession stand at Veteran's Park - Paid with 100 % Arp funds from Covid relief
Updated surfacing to the tennis courts & basketball courts at Veteran’s Park
Added Pickle Ball Courts at Veteran’s Park
Updated the basketball courts at Soddy Daisy Kids Club Park
Added Pickle Ball Courts to Soddy Daisy Kids Club Park
Added lighting to the Pickle Ball and Basketball Courts at Soddy Daisy Kids Club Park
Added new batting cages to Soddy Daisy Kids Club Park
Completed the paving of the entire length of Dayton Pike
Completed numerous paving projects throughout the city
Supported non-profit Soddy Daisy Kids Club for our youth sports
Supported Soddy Daisy Fire Fighters Association for our fire services
Supported non-profit Kel-Curt Foundation in creating the city’s first community garden
Supported non-profit Keep Soddy Daisy Beautiful efforts in the beautification of the city
Supported numerous other non-profits partnered with the City of Soddy Daisy
SRO/Armed Security Officers placed in all schools within the city limits - Paid with State Grant Funds
Lowered crimes with victims within our city to its lowest rate since these statistics have been kept
Added 3 additional paid full-time fire personnel
Added our first city planner and in the process of hiring the city’s first HR director
Added additional labor positions for the street department staffing within our parks and rec
Re-instituted our parks and rec board – This with the additional park personnel will allow us the opportunity for state funded grants to enhance our parks and recreation
Created the Soddy Lake Scenic Corridor which should help revitalize the area around Soddy Lake and the businesses around Depot Street up to the museum
Installed security cameras at all our parks using grant proceeds for majority of the cost
Updated our Senior Center – 100% of the cost provided via grant money
New Police Department and Court Building Addition scheduled – Paid with 100 % Arp funds
Purchased new fire truck – replacing 1991 model - Paid with 100 % Arp funds from Covid relief
Replaced creek bridge in Big Soddy Gulf Park - Paid with 100 % Arp funds from Covid relief