Nolensville secures emergency water supply talks with Metro amid Smyrna limitations

The La Vergne City Budget Workshop II, held on April 8, 2025, focused on critical discussions regarding the city's water supply and future projects. The meeting began with an update on the city's water sourcing challenges, particularly concerning the relationship with neighboring Smyrna.

City officials reported that La Vergne can only obtain water from Smyrna on an emergency basis due to shared water basin constraints. This limitation arose during a recent water line project, which necessitated a temporary shutdown of a line that previously supplemented water from Smyrna. During this period, Nolensville, which also relies on Smyrna for water, reported low supply levels and requested an increase in their pumping rate, further complicating La Vergne's access to water.

In response to these challenges, city representatives have initiated discussions with Metro Nashville about the possibility of purchasing water on an emergency basis. This option aims to ensure a reliable water supply should Smyrna be unable to meet La Vergne's needs. Additionally, there is potential for establishing a permanent agreement with Metro, which may prove to be more cost-effective than increasing the current water supply from Smyrna. The outcomes of a forthcoming supply study will provide further insights into this matter.

Following the water supply discussions, the meeting transitioned to a review of a significant $50 million project, which was introduced by another city official, Kyle. The details of this project were not elaborated upon in the transcript but are expected to be a focal point in future budget considerations.

The workshop concluded with an invitation for questions, indicating an ongoing commitment to transparency and community engagement regarding the city's budgetary and infrastructural planning. Further discussions and decisions regarding the water supply and the proposed projects are anticipated in upcoming meetings.