City administrator search ending

LISA HOBBS – News Editor

Slated for consideration during Tuesday night’s McMinnville Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting is “selection of city administrator.”

The public was kept at bay due to new legislation that allows city officials to hold interviews in closed meetings, called executive sessions, but officials were barred from making a hiring decision or holding deliberations.

City officials are seeking to replace Nolan Ming, who announced his resignation in July. Among those vying for the position is Justin Scott, who was named interim city administrator.

Former McMinnville Public Works Director Brad Hennessee pulled his name from consideration. In part, his formal withdrawal stated:

“Reflecting on this recruitment process has reinforced my deep gratitude for the municipal career opportunities I have been afforded across Middle Tennessee. Serving the city of McMinnville for 22 years was a privilege that established the foundation of my public service. My subsequent tenure as the city administrator for the city of Sparta further broadened my executive perspective and commitment to sound local government. Today, as Facilities Director for the city of Murfreesboro, I remain deeply committed to my role and grateful for the trust, high level capital management responsibilities, and professional support extended to me by city leadership.

“Because I am fully invested in my current executive responsibilities in Murfreesboro, I am removing my name from the candidate pool.”

McMinnville Board of Mayor and Aldermen meets at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, on the second floor of city hall.