County vs City on Sewer Plant Site

Wilson County Commissioner Jerry McFarland is pushing hard for a resolution demanding Lebanon’s new sewer plant be built entirely within city limits, arguing county land shouldn’t bear the burden — especially since it’s not connected to the system. With only one viable city-site currently identified, the county commission votes Monday night on the measure, which may not carry legal weight but could be crucial in future court battles. Mayor Randall Hutto backs the move, citing environmental benefits, while opponent Cody Kroyer agrees the plant belongs in city limits, calling county involvement unfair. Residents near proposed sites have voiced strong opposition over smells, property values, and environmental impact — but the committee still must find a functional location, and the resolution needs just a simple majority to pass. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f93ea76c4ef004b2