UT County Technical Assistance Service

New state law, new decisions to make. Public Chapter No. 1090, signed in May 2026, gives county commissions the authority to limit municipal planning and zoning outside city limits — and the Center for Local Planning (CLP) has put together a policy guide to help local governments understand what it means and what to do next. If your county is navigating these changes, CLP is ready to help. 📋

🔗 https://www.ctas.tennessee.edu/news/new-clp-policy-guide-what-counties-need-know-about-public-chapter-no-1090

Deadline to Apply: TODAY!

We are excited to introduce the new Planning Commissioner Academy, a six‑month blended learning program from the UT Center for Local Planning, CTAS and MTAS. This program offers practical training in planning fundamentals, legal and ethical responsibilities, and effective decision‑making for local planning commissioners and BZA members.

The program is fully funded and limited to 30 participants. Apply by May 28 at tiny.utk.edu/planning-commissioner-academy.

🚨Maury County is HIRING! They are seeking qualified candidates for an open BOE Payroll Accountant position. Learn more or apply: https://www.ctas.tennessee.edu/county-employment

Deadline to Apply: This Thursday May 28!

We are excited to introduce the new Planning Commissioner Academy, a six‑month blended learning program from the UT Center for Local Planning, CTAS and MTAS. This program offers practical training in planning fundamentals, legal and ethical responsibilities, and effective decision‑making for local planning commissioners and BZA members.

The program is fully funded and limited to 30 participants. Apply by May 28 at tiny.utk.edu/planning-commissioner-academy.

We are excited to introduce the new Planning Commissioner Academy, a six‑month blended learning program from the UT Center for Local Planning, CTAS and MTAS. This program offers practical training in planning fundamentals, legal and ethical responsibilities, and effective decision‑making for local planning commissioners and BZA members.

The program is fully funded and limited to 30 participants. Apply by May 28 at tiny.utk.edu/planning-commissioner-academy.

📣 APPLICATION DEADLINE: EXTENDED to 5/31!

We are looking for a Database Consultant based in Nashville to support database systems, applications, and technology used by county governments across Tennessee.

This role focuses on building and maintaining data tools, supporting key systems, and working directly with CTAS staff and county officials to improve how information is used statewide.

If you have experience with database management, application development, and translating technical solutions for real-world use, this could be a great fit.

📅 Applications are open through May 31, 2026
📍 Nashville, TN

Apply here: https://www.ctas.tennessee.edu/ctas-recruitment

🗞️ The May issue of County Officials E-News has been distributed! Check it out for information about the University of Tennessee System's recent organizational announcement and what it means for CTAS, new funding opportunities coming to rural counties through Tennessee's Rural Health Transformation Program, and an important reminder for Certified Public Administrators that the June 30 recertification deadline is approaching. Visit our News section to stay up to date: https://www.ctas.tennessee.edu/news

🚨Roane County is HIRING! They are seeking qualified candidates for an open Building Inspector position. Learn more or apply: http://www.ctas.tennessee.edu/county-employment

The Center for Local Planning has published a new policy guide on T.C.A. § 8-44-110 — Tennessee's agenda posting law. If your local government maintains a website, this law applies to you.

Read the guide: https://www.ctas.tennessee.edu/news/new-policy-guide-agenda-posting-requirements-under-tca-ss-8-44-110

Save the date for the County Officials Orientation Program!

If you’re on the ballot this year—or just came through the primary—this is one to go ahead and get on your calendar. COOP is designed to help newly elected and re-elected county officials get up to speed and ready to serve on September 1.

County Mayors, County Highway Officials, County Commissioners, Assessors of Property
August 24 | 1:00–5:00 PM CT
August 25 | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CT

Clerks of Court, County Clerks, Registers of Deeds, Trustees
August 26 | 1:00–5:00 PM CT
August 27 | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CT

📍 Embassy Suites Murfreesboro
1200 Conference Center Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN

🏨 Conference rate: $110/night + tax (available through July 24, 2026)
Call (615) 890-4464 to book using code 908

More details will be shared closer to the event—stay tuned.