Event Brief
LUB GM: No rate increase planned
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 01, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
Summary: LaFollette Utility Board General Manager Dave Cross said during Monday’s manager comments that he is actively hiring a Chief Financial Officer and an operations manager. Cross said he wants a CFO in place before changing board purchasing policy limits, and hopes to fill the roles in about six weeks, noting internal and external posting plans.
WHO: Dave Cross, General Manager, LaFollette Utility Board; Mayor Scotty Kitts; City Administrator Stan Foust; Kenny Baird (referenced)
WHAT: Cross discussed utility board staffing searches and timing for policy changes tied to purchasing amount limits, stating no rate increase is planned.
WHEN: Sep 01, 2026 at 4:25 AM ET
WHERE: LaFollette, TN
WHY: City council questions about purchasing amount limits prompted Cross to seek a CFO before making policy changes.
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