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Discussion and action regarding a referendum
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SUMMARY: At the September 9, 2025 meeting, a motion was made and passed regarding holding a referendum on adding an ambulance service to Crossville Fire Department. Upon researching next steps, staff was informed that the State of Tennessee has guidelines on what constitutes holding a referendum. The City of Crossville does not have the legal authority to hold a referendum for this. The only way to gain such authority is by petitioning the Tennessee General Assembly and getting a private act passed to authorize such.
Since a motion was made and passed, the motion must either be rescinded or another motion must be made to petition the General Assembly to allow for a referendum to take place. To petition the General Assembly, the vote must pass by 2/3s.
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NECESSARY COUNCIL ACTION: discuss