It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic John Gordon House gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Duck River, TN is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“"Best care" was definitely our experience with Always Best Care Senior Services. After a family member visiting Nashville was stranded in a hotel room following a fall, we were desperate for help. Friday evening at 7PM isn't a great time to go looking for help, but Stacey jumped in and by 9PM we had the support we needed to get us to the next morning's flight back home. Our nurse Eunice was friendly, communicative, anticipated our needs and made us immediately at ease. Ours wasn't the typical case, but I'm sure the urgency and care Stacey and Eunice showed us IS typical for them!”
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“We have been accessing Always Best Care’s wonderful staff in recent months to go along with my husband to doctor’s appointments. I’ve lost track of how many times, but it’s been frequent. And every one of their caregivers have been outstanding. So wonderful to know you can rely on the people at ABC!”
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Duck River Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local River Terrace or visit Duck River Unit Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Duck River, TN, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Duck River, TN understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Duck River, TN 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Click here for important updates to our privacy policy.CONTRIBUTORSI hope that our lawmakers will not undercut Governor Lee’s conservation priorities by stripping protections for Tennessee’s scenic waterways and wetlands.During his Feb. 10 Stat...
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During his Feb. 10 State of the State address, Gov. Bill Lee outlined a bold conservation strategy. He proposed investments to protect the Duck River alongside legislation to curb Tennessee’s rapid loss of farmland.
While I am grateful for Governor Lee’s proposals, I worry that other legislation presently pending in the Tennessee legislature will undermine his efforts.
As a native Tennessean, I am grateful for Governor Lee’s conservation mindset. I grew up on a cattle farm in Bon Aqua, Tennessee, and when I’m not working my day job, I raise cows there with my brother on our family farm in the Duck River watershed.
The Duck River needs and deserves our protection. It’s one of the most biodiverse rivers in the world, supports a thriving sport fishery, and provides drinking water to more than a quarter-million people. But the river is suffering from growing stressors. Droughts are becoming longer and more severe while industrial and residential water demands are increasing.
During last summer’s drought, water levels in the river plunged to historic lows, putting the river’s health and world-class aquatic ecosystems in jeopardy.
At the same time, local utilities are planning to increase dramatically the amount of water they pump from the Duck River to keep pace with Middle Tennessee’s rapid development. Those utilities want permission to pull an additional 22 million gallons of water from the Duck each day, and those threats recently landed the Duck River on a list of America’s Most Endangered Rivers.
The rapid growth that is fueling increased water consumption from the Duck is also consuming farmland at alarming rates. Tennessee is losing farmland to development at a rate of ten acres per hour.
It is against that backdrop that Governor Lee proposes investing $100 million in a regional water supply strategy for the Duck River watershed, and his administration is introducing farmland conservation legislation targeted at helping farmers and curbing farmland loss. But those efforts could be undermined by other legislation.
A recently introduced bill (HB0895/SB0725) would allow a huge landfill to be built on the banks of the Duck River in Maury County. That proposal would strip away protections for Tennessee scenic rivers, and it would threaten downstream communities with harmful pollution.
Another bill (HB0541/SB0670) would remove state law protections for more than 300,000 acres of Tennessee’s wetlands, including wetlands that recharge the groundwater system connected to the Duck River.
Wetlands help keep Tennesseans safe and healthy by soaking up floodwaters and acting as natural sponges and filters. Wetlands slowly release water into our surface and groundwater systems, replenishing our springs, streams, rivers, and underground drinking water aquifers. Without abundant wetlands, our springs, streams, and groundwater systems dry up more quickly during drought, and our neighbors and communities suffer more flooding when hard rains come.
The upper Duck River watershed is a hotspot for wetlands, and if we destroy those wetlands, we will destroy the groundwater system that recharges the river with healthy flow.
Removing legal protections for wetlands will turbocharge farmland loss and make remaining farmland less productive. Farmers should not be forced to suffer losses when crop fields are flooded by runoff from nearby developments, and they should not be forced to worry about their creeks, springs and groundwater wells drying up during drought.
I hope that our lawmakers will not undercut Governor Lee’s conservation priorities by stripping protections for Tennessee’s scenic waterways and wetlands.
George Nolan is director of the Southern Environmental Law Center’s Tennessee office.
A flood watch is in effect for Saturday as Middle Tennessee is expected to receive several hours of "moderate to heavy rainfall."According to the National Weather Service, rain will begin as early as 6 a.m. Saturday.The chances for northwest counties to receive at least two inches of rain is 100%, while ...
A flood watch is in effect for Saturday as Middle Tennessee is expected to receive several hours of "moderate to heavy rainfall."
According to the National Weather Service, rain will begin as early as 6 a.m. Saturday.
The chances for northwest counties to receive at least two inches of rain is 100%, while the chances of four inches is between 40-50%. For the remainder of the region, additional rainfall amounts of 1.5 to 3 inches will be possible, reported the weather service.
Along with a severe weather threat, there is also a potentially significant flooding threat. The greatest concern for flooding lies over the northwest, but all of Middle Tennessee could experience flooding, especially in low-lying areas.
The rivers with the greatest flooding risk are rivers north and west of Nashville, said the weather service, especially the Red River which is forecast to reach major flood stage and portions of the Cumberland River which are forecast to reach minor flood stage at Clarksville and Dover.
Other rivers that will likely see rises are the Duck River, Buffalo River, Harpeth River, and Stones River which are likely to reach action stage, the point at which action is taken for possible high water, or even minor flood stage, said National Weather Service Meteorologist James La Rosa.
Flood stage is the point at which a body of water is considered to be flooding and can potentially threaten lives or property. Here is what else to know about flood risks for Middle Tennessee rivers.
The weather service has issued a flood advisory for Red River at Port Royal affecting Montgomery and Robertson Counties. The river is expected to rise above flood stage (30 ft) late Saturday evening to 43.2 ft early Sunday afternoon.
It will then fall below flood stage Monday evening, said the weather service.
The Cumberland River at Clarksville reaches flood stage at 46 ft and it's expected to rise to 48.70 ft by Monday causing minor flooding. At 50 ft, most agricultural areas along with industrial and commercial properties are flooded.
Flood stage at the Cumberland River in Nashville is 40 ft. By Monday, water levels are expected to reach 35 ft.
Mill Creek at Woodbine in southeast Nashville could surpass flood stage, 14 ft, by Sunday morning, reaching 14.70 ft and causing minor flooding. Further south, Mill Creek at Antioch could hit 13.20 ft, just below flood stage.
Action stage on the Duck River at Centerville in Hickman County is 17 ft. As of Friday morning, the river was at 17.6 ft and falling. It's expected to rise to 18.5 ft by Tuesday morning. Flood stage is 22 ft.
Flood stage at the Duck River is 25 ft. By Monday, water levels are expected to reach 12 feet.
Flood stage at the Buffalo River near Lobelville is 14 ft; however, at 10 feet, water will begin to inundate low lying areas and agricultural land along the river. As of Friday morning, water levels were 10.2 feet and rising slowly, reported the weather service.
By Sunday, water levels are expected to reach 13 feet.
Flood stage on the Harpeth River at Bellevue is 20 ft. The river is expected to crest at 18 ft by Sunday.
Flood stage at the Harpeth River is 30 ft, water levels are expected to reach 22 ft by Sunday.
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Thursday, Gov. Bill Lee announced appointees to the Duck River Watershed Planning Partnership, established by Executive Order 108. The Order, signed in November 2024, furthers Tennessee’s commitment to balancing economic growth, water resource management, and environmental and habitat conservation to ensure the long-term sustainability of Tennessee’s watersheds.“The Duck River is not only a scenic treasure, but is also North America’s most biologically diverse freshwater river and the sole water source for thou...
Thursday, Gov. Bill Lee announced appointees to the Duck River Watershed Planning Partnership, established by Executive Order 108. The Order, signed in November 2024, furthers Tennessee’s commitment to balancing economic growth, water resource management, and environmental and habitat conservation to ensure the long-term sustainability of Tennessee’s watersheds.
“The Duck River is not only a scenic treasure, but is also North America’s most biologically diverse freshwater river and the sole water source for thousands of Tennesseans,” said Gov. Lee. “I’m pleased to appoint these highly-qualified individuals who will make strategic recommendations and oversee our work to preserve the Duck River and enhance water resource management statewide, and I thank them for their willingness to serve.”
The following Tennesseans have been appointed:
The Duck River Watershed Planning Partnership will be responsible for the following:
Developing comprehensive watershed management recommendations that balance the needs of water users and economic growth against the need to protect the environmental integrity of the Duck River. Advising and providing recommendations to the Governor, the Duck River Development Agency, Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC), Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), and legislative leadership on policies and actions to promote the sustainable use and conservation of water resources in the Duck River Watershed. Identifying opportunities for water system regionalization, drought resilience, habitat conservation, and water loss reduction. Engaging with local communities, utilities, industries, and conservation organizations to ensure broad participation in watershed planning efforts. In an effort to continually manage and preserve other watersheds and prioritize regionalization throughout Tennessee, the Order also requires TDEC, in partnership with TWRA, to identify additional priority watersheds, continue conducting statewide water supply planning, support municipalities in optimizing their wastewater treatment operations, and provide technical and financial assistance to urban stormwater communities for implementing nature-based stormwater control measures.
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The Southern Environmental Law Center, representing the Tennessee Wildlife Federation, recently reached a settlement with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation that strengthens water withdrawal permits issued to Bedford County Utility District and Duck River Utility Commission, two local water utilities in the Duck River watershed. The agreements come shortly after ...
The Southern Environmental Law Center, representing the Tennessee Wildlife Federation, recently reached a settlement with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation that strengthens water withdrawal permits issued to Bedford County Utility District and Duck River Utility Commission, two local water utilities in the Duck River watershed. The agreements come shortly after a similar settlement that added protective measures to a permit for Columbia Power and Water Systems.
The agreements are a step toward ensuring the Duck River, which is the one of the most biodiverse rivers in the world and the backbone of Middle Tennessee’s outdoor recreation economy, is better protected from the region’s rapid development. The settlements limit the amount of water the utilities can leak into the ground unused and require the utilities to follow an updated drought management plan. Additionally, state officials are committing to working with federal leaders to study the Duck River’s flow and the impact of the added withdrawals.
“Throughout this process, we’ve heard from farmers, anglers, and local business owners who cherish the Duck River and recognize that the river deserves our stewardship and protection,” SELC Tennessee Office Director George Nolan said. “This settlement gets us closer to ensuring that this one-of-a-kind natural treasure can be used and enjoyed for generations to come, and we will continue to work with stakeholders and state leaders to protect this iconic river.”
The settlements come after eight local water utilities applied to increase the amount of water they pull from the Duck River. In all, the proposals sought to increase daily water consumption by 22 million gallons, allowing for a total of 73 million gallons of water to be pumped from the river each day. The massive increase in water withdrawals threatens the health of the Duck River and led to the waterway being named one of America’s ‘most endangered’ rivers. SELC represented TWF in appealing the three state-issued water withdrawal permits. Those appeals pushed for stronger permit terms around water conservation, drought management, and water loss prevention.
“With help from SELC, and by working with TDEC, the revised permits for the Duck are an improvement over the original. We greatly appreciate Governor Lee’s leadership through Executive Order 108 and believe now is the time to act on its directives,” Mike Butler, CEO of Tennessee Wildlife Federation, said. “Over the coming years, we have a critical opportunity to implement planning and protections that will secure the Duck’s health and future. We must act now to avoid a larger crisis when these permits are up for renewal. Collaboration among all stakeholders is key to conserving this national treasure.”
In November, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed an executive order that aims to protect the Duck River by, among other things, establishing the Duck River Watershed Planning Partnership. That newly formed body will develop water management recommendations, identify drought management opportunities, and engage with local communities and stakeholders.
Leaders on the Maury County Commission and Columbia City Council spoke out last week against Tennessee House Bill 895 (Senate Bill 725), which proposes to delete the parts of the Scenic River Protections Act that currently ban a landfill Trinity Business Group wanted to dig next to the Duck River.The bill would add a clause to the end of ...
Leaders on the Maury County Commission and Columbia City Council spoke out last week against Tennessee House Bill 895 (Senate Bill 725), which proposes to delete the parts of the Scenic River Protections Act that currently ban a landfill Trinity Business Group wanted to dig next to the Duck River.
The bill would add a clause to the end of Tennessee Code § 11-13-101 that would prevent the Scenic designation (passed after Trinity bought the land intending to dig the landfill) from nullifying pre-existing property rights, and delete the portions of § 11-13-111, § 68-211-118, § 68-212-120, and § 68-211-223 that outlaw landfills and permits within two miles of Scenic rivers.
“[It] would, in my opinion, gut the substantive protections of the Scenic River Act.,” Mayor Chaz Molder of Columbia said in a Facebook statement. “This legislation is also contrary to the Governor’s recent Executive Order which included specific protections for the Duck River. It is my hope the Governor will… oppose this legislation as well.”
“This bill was written to undermine the hard work and protections that we… have put in place to continue to protect one of our greatest natural resources,” said Commissioner Gabe Howard, “not only here in Maury County but in North America. The Duck River matters to us and we must stand for it and protect it!”
“I have contacted our two state representatives and Sen. Hensley and am certain they will adamantly oppose this Legislation, which is in direct conflict with Gov. Lee’s recent Executive Order 108,” stated County Mayor Sheila Butt. “I will also be asking the Maury County Commission and each of our municipalities to pass resolutions against the legislation.”
The bill was introduced in the state House as HB0895 by Chris Todd (R-Madison County), chair of the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, and in the Senate as SB0725 by J. Adam Lowe (R-Calhoun), second vice chair of the Senate Energy, Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee.
Based on her contacts inside the state legislature, Butt said she believes people generally recognize that the proposal is a bad idea. At its next session the Maury County Commission will vote on resolution 02.25, which would state the Commission’s opposition to the state bill, and Butt encourages other local governing bodies to pass similar public statements.
“[N]o Scenic Class II river should have a landfill within two miles,” she told Main Street Maury. “There are many other locations in Tennessee for landfills. Legislators and investors should be seeking those out instead of spending millions of dollars and energy trying to change our laws.”
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