“Our top priority is meeting the housing demands that the new Blue Oval City Ford plant will create,” Mayor Parsons asserts. Blue Oval is set to begin rolling out all-electric F-150 vehicles by late next year, and the influx of workers will necessitate expanded housing, dining, and lodging options.“We’ve been to Dearborn multiple times, always asking, ‘What can we do to assist you?’Their response is consistently threefold: housing, restaurants, and hotels,” he explains. To facilitate this growth, Bartlett has identified and is preparing large areas for residential development. “We’ve lowered many of our impact and development fees to encourage growth,” he notes. The town also focuses on enhancing its sewer infrastructure, particularly in the industrial park area.“We’ve poured money and resources into studies to ensure we can provide essential services like sewer systems,” he adds, highlighting the often overlooked but critical aspects of urban planning. In addition to housing and infrastructure, Bartlett is targeting commercial growth.“We’re trying to attract different grocery chains and businesses,” Mayor Parsons says, pointing out that they have already identified about 400 acres for potential development. Collaborating closely with developers, the town aims to stay ahead of the curve in providing necessary infrastructure and support.“We’ve had some Fortune 500 companies showing interest,” he reveals. Mayor Parsons highlights how the town works with prospective businesses, citing efforts to bring in 41 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 08 BARTLETT, TN
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