Rutherford County, Tennessee - The ongoing dialogue between Rutherford County Mayor Joe Carr and Middle Point Landfill continues, with discussions centered around the potential cessation of incoming waste from areas beyond Rutherford County. However, Middle Point Landfill's General Manager, Mike Classen, clarified that their commitment is limited to reducing incoming waste, stopping short of an assurance to halt waste from outside the county.
Simultaneously, within the City of Murfreesboro, .
Ongoing Construction:
1. New Salam Highway Widening (Phase 2):
- Currently widening from the I24 Interchange to Old Fort Parkway.
- Expanding from three lanes to five lanes.
- Expected completion in spring 2024.
2. Beesy Road River Rock Boulevard Connector (2024):
- Construction of a bridge over Stones River connecting Beesy Road to River Rock Boulevard.
- A three-lane curb and gutter roadway with sidewalks and a multi-use path. .