Respondents weigh in on the varied issues raised by the city, county and school system budget proposals.
Power Poll: The Tennessee Three
A majority of survey respondents said legislators shouldn’t have been expelled and that racism played a role in the votes.
Power Poll: Art Appreciation
Local leaders show strong support for public subsidy of arts and culture organizations in this month’s survey.
Power Poll: Legislative Skepticism
From ‘choice lanes’ to HIV funding, community leaders are skeptical of many of the governor and Legislature’s initiatives. The exception: nuclear energy.
Power Poll: Big Picture Views
Respondents express some optimism and some pessimism, and offer their opinions on what state and local governments should prioritize.
Power Poll: Economic Headwinds
Community leaders report concerns about a recession, inflation and the workforce.
Power Poll: Party and Local Politics
Party affiliation and national issues are important in local elections for a majority of Power Poll members.
Power Poll: Planning Priorities
Infrastructure and transportation are major concerns in this month’s survey of community leaders.
Power Poll: Justifying Tax Hikes
A majority of survey respondents say city employee pay increases and county infrastructure upgrades are sufficient reasons to raise property tax rates.
Power Poll: Of Bridges, Budgets and Masks
Respondents weigh in on a proposed pedestrian bridge, city pay, school system litigation, and their own views on masks.