Minute with the Mayor

The City of Sparta will soon vote to finalize our budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins on July 1, 2025. We recognize that property tax assessments have increased across the board, and, in response, the city will lower the property tax rate and adopt the State Certified Tax Rate. This adjustment is intended to help offset the impact of higher assessed property values.

In other important news, the city is in the process of adopting an ordinance that includes a Drought Management Plan. This proactive measure will help us responsibly manage our water supply during periods of low rainfall or drought conditions.

We will also be approving bids for the cleaning of our water tanks—a critical and high-risk maintenance task that must be performed periodically to ensure the integrity and safety of our drinking water system.

Additionally, Sparta will be applying for a grant to update our Parks and Recreation Master Plan. This plan is essential for qualifying for most parks-related funding opportunities, and with our current plan being several years old, now is the right time to make these important updates.

And finally, we have officially received permits from the state and will soon announce a groundbreaking date for our much-anticipated splash pad and playground project. We are excited to see this long-awaited project begin and look forward to opening it for the enjoyment of our citizens.

Be Safe, Finish Strong, and God Bless.

Jerry Lowery, Mayor