MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Murfreesboro City Council and staff will convene for a Regular Workshop on Thursday, June 12, 2025, beginning at 11:30 a.m. The meeting will be hosted in the Community Room of the Municipal Airport Business Center, located at 1930 Memorial Blvd.

One item to be voted on is the Sponsorship Ordinance 25‑0‑01 (2nd and final reading) under the Parks and Rec. Department in Murfreesboro. City Council will consider the second and final reading of the ordinance, which sets the official parameters for the to pursue advertising, sponsorships, and naming rights for city-owned parks and recreation facilities.

Created in 2024, the Sports Authority is working with a marketing firm to develop new revenue streams aimed at supplementing the budgets of the Parks and Recreation Department and the city’s golf operations. The ordinance outlines the types of commercial content permitted, explicitly banning sponsorships that promote alcohol, tobacco, illegal substances, or material deemed harmful to minors. Additional content limitations may be set by the Parks and Recreation Commission to maintain a family-friendly environment.

Revenue generated from these agreements—after covering the Sports Authority’s operational costs—will go directly toward funding city recreation facilities and programs.

The ordinance reflects the city’s commitment to fiscal responsibility by reducing reliance on taxpayer dollars through responsible, regulated sponsorship opportunities. If approved, the ordinance will take effect 15 days after its final passage.

More Action Items to Be Voted On:

• Stormwater Budget Fee Resolutions — Water Resources (Resolutions 25‑R‑16 & 25‑R‑07)

• Housing Rehabilitation at 923 Harrison Avenue — Community Development

• Retail Liquor License Compliance — Boro Liquors (location change)

Workshop Highlight:

• TCAT/Municipal Collaboration: The Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) will explore a partnership focused on Auto Body technology, reflecting the college’s nationally accredited Collision Repair program 

Why the TCAT Auto Body Collaboration Matters: TCAT Murfreesboro, part of the Tennessee Board of Regents system, offers a Collision Repair Technology program—a 12-month, 1,296‑hour diploma course that trains students in structural repair, welding, painting, and refinishing. The city's initiative to partner with TCAT suggests a commitment to workforce development and technical education that supports local trades and industry.

More Workshop Topics: 

• Oxford, Mississippi Downtown Activation Study: City Planning and Codes staff will review findings from Oxford about revitalizing downtown spaces. Recently, Development Services directors visited and studied Oxford, in order to bring new ideas back to Murfreesboro.

• Cherry Lane Corridor Plan: Administration will present progress on this key urban development initiative.

• Fire Station #13 Land Swap: Discussion on potential land exchange with Swanson Development LP.

• CIP Transfers & Finance Dashboard: A review of capital improvement program reallocations and April 2025 budget dashboard by Finance and Administration teams.

Meeting Logistics

• Date & Time: Thursday, June 12, 2025 • 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

• Venue: Municipal Airport Business Center, 1930 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37129

• Public Participation: Residents who wish to comment on Action Items may register online or by phone at 615‑849‑2629 at least six hours prior to the meeting

MORE DETAILS: Individuals wishing to speak at a public meeting on “actionable items” must sign up at least six hours prior to the meeting start time by submitting your request online at https://www.murfreesborotn.gov/PublicCommentForm or by calling 615-849-2629.

The full agenda is viewable on the City website at https://www.murfreesborotn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06122025-2292