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SB 2700

Greenbrier - Subject to local approval, increases salary of aldermen from $120 per month to $300 per month, with no such increase to apply to an incumbent prior to the end of the term for which the elected official was selected; establishes purchasing limits in accordance with state law rather than by specific amounts in charter. - Amends Chapter 207 of the Private Acts of 1996; as amended and rewritten.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kerry Roberts

Greenbrier, Tennessee increases aldermen salaries from $120 to $300/month if voters approve, and ties purchasing limits to state law instead of fixed charter amounts.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SB 2700

Legislative bill overview

SB 2700 modifies Greenbrier's local governance structure by increasing aldermen salaries from $120 to $300 monthly (subject to local voter approval) and replacing fixed charter purchasing limits with limits tied to state law. The salary increase explicitly excludes current officeholders until after their current terms expire.

Why is this important

Aldermen compensation has remained static at $120/month, likely for decades, making the position less attractive for qualified candidates. Updating purchasing authority to state law standards rather than specific charter amounts provides flexibility as state regulations change and reduces potential legal conflicts between local and state requirements.

Potential points of contention

  • Voter approval requirement: The salary increase depends on local referendum passage, meaning residents must affirmatively approve the expenditure; this could face opposition from taxpayers concerned about municipal spending
  • Grandfather clause fairness: Excluding current aldermen from salary increases until term expiration may feel inequitable to sitting officials or create political friction when the increase finally applies
  • Purchasing limit flexibility: Tying limits to state law rather than specific charter amounts removes local control over procurement thresholds, potentially allowing larger expenditures without explicit local input if state law changes

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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