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City of Manchester, Tennessee BOMA Meeting - Work Session
Published: Jul 8, 2026
Manchester City Schools Board Debates Funding and Need for New Middle and High School Facilities
The Manchester City School Board is discussing the need for new school facilities, specifically a middle school and a high school, to address capacity issues and aging infrastructure. Cost estimates for a middle school for 620 students are around $52 million, and adding a high school for a 9-12 campus, including sports fields, would increase the total to approximately $87 million. The board is exploring funding options and the financial implications for both the school system and the city, including operating costs, staffing, and existing debt. They are considering repurposing existing facilities, such as Westwood Middle School, if new schools are built. The primary challenge is securing sufficient funding and the commitment from both the school board and the city council to share the financial burden.
City Considers Hiring New Tourism Director After Extensive Interview Process
The city is in the process of hiring a new tourism director. The panel, which included the mayor, alderman, and HR representatives, interviewed seven candidates from an initial pool of 28 applicants. They have narrowed it down to one candidate, Miss Kim, who presented herself and her qualifications to the board. Miss Kim has over a dozen years of experience in tourism and economic development, including rebuilding CVBs and managing multi-million dollar budgets. She expressed enthusiasm for Manchester's 'secret sauce' and believes in the community's potential for growth through tourism. The board will discuss hiring her.
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