Councilman issues statement concerning legal status of election
Clinton City Councilman E.T. Stamey issued a press release today, Nov. 19, 2018:
“Late last week I was informed that a possible conflict could exist with my position as a Councilman and my employment with the Clinton City School System. Clinton City staff has reviewed the City Charter and been in contact with several agencies and attorneys. Due to the difference of opinions regarding State law as it relates to municipal units, a State of Tennessee Attorney General’s opinion has been requested by the Director of Clinton City Schools. In the interim, I will continue to serve the citizens of Clinton who elected me to represent them, but will abstain from voting. In the event it is determined that I cannot maintain my position as a Councilman and (with) the Clinton City School System, I am prepared to resign my position as Councilmember. While that is a difficult choice, I feel my position as Athletic Director of Clinton City Schools serves a greater purpose by working with the children of our community.”
