The City of Gallatin Information
The City of Gallatin was founded in 1801 by the Tennessee General AssemblyA seven-member Council governs the City of Gallatin...
A Full Time Mayor is elected for a four-year term with no term limit.
Five members represent specific districts and two are elected at-large, with alternating four-year terms.
City Council meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in City Council chambers on the second floor of City Hall.
Council Committee Sessions are held on all other Tuesdays at 7:00 in the Mayor's Conference room.
website: http://www.gallatin-tn.gov/
Gallatin City Hall, 132 Main Street (615) 452-5400Housed in City Hall are the offices of The Mayor, City Planner, Codes Administration, Personnel, Finance and Public Works Departments, and City Recorder/Judge. The Economic Development Agency is also housed in City Hall 615-451-5940.
Website: http://www.gallatintn-eda.com/
Sumner County SeatGallatin has the distinction of being the county seat of Sumner County. Its central location and rich heritage as one of the oldest established municipal governments were factors in Gallatin’s selection as the Center of County Government. Website: http://www.sumnertn.org/ State GovernmentGallatin is located in the 6th U.S. Congressional District, the 18th State Senatorial District, and the 44th and 45th Legislative Districts.

County Government
Sumner County Administration Building (615) 452-4063 Sumner County is governed by a 24-member County Commission, with two representatives elected from each of 12 magisterial districts and a county executive elected at-large. Officials are elected for four-year terms.The County Commission meets on the third Monday of each month at the Sumner County Administration Building on Belvedere Drive.

Tax Structure
Gallatin offers a mixture of older, historic homes; modern family homes; and excellent apartment and condominium living. Lower taxes, lower land prices and a great quality of life keep residents in Gallatin and attract new families.Sumner County’s sales tax rate is 2.25 percent, while the state has a 6 percent sales tax rate. Local sales tax revenue is limited to the first $1,600 of large-ticket items such as automobiles. The county also imposes a $50.75 wheel tax for licensing vehicles, with $35 reserved for schools.

Property taxes are levied by both the city of residence and Sumner County, with assessment of residential property at 25 percent of appraised value.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Gallatin Public Utilities (615) 451-5922
Gallatin residents enjoy lower-than-average utility costs due to the abundance of water from the Cumberland River and TVA power plant. The Gallatin Water District serves more than 14,000 customers, with Old Hickory Lake as its source. Daily capacity of the system is 16 million gallons, with average daily usage now at about 6 million gallons. City water rates start at $5.80 for the first 250 cubic feet of water. Base rate for sewer use is $6.50. Separate rates are set for those outside the city. For more info about natural gas, water and sewer service, visit Gallatin Utilities website.

Gallatin Electric Department (615) 452 - 5152
Gallatin Electric serves more than 12,500 customers, with a base charge of $7.92 per month. Daily usage averages 1.4 kilowatts, with a capacity of 2.5 million kilowatts. Natural gas service in Gallatin has a base rate of $3.50 for the first 200 cubic feet. Separate rates are established outside city limits. Visit the website: Gallatin Electric Department.

Trash Disposal Services
Trash disposal service in Gallatin is available for an established rate of $4 per month. To set up service, contact the City Recorder’s Office at (615) 452-5400, or visit the City of Gallatin's Website.

The Gallatin Fire Department(615) 452-2771Our local fire department has over 35 fultime firefighters and 15 volunteers. The main fire station is located in downtown Gallatin behind City Hall, with a substation on Nashville Pike next to Volunteer State Community College and one on Red River Road (Highway 25). Emergency calls are dispatched through 911 and through direct calls to the station. Homes are inspected upon request, and extensive training programs are offered at area factories and businesses. Fire prevention programs are presented to the area elementary children. Gallatin’s Class 4 ISO insurance rating is the lowest in the county.

Gallatin Police Department(615) 452-1313
Our local police department is a modern, community-oriented agency that provides crime prevention and crime control services to the Gallatin community. Utilizing modern police theories and practices, the Gallatin Police Department continues to act as an innovator and leader in the field of law enforcement. The department strives to meet nationally recognized police standards and practices, understanding that positive public safety issues promote a positive environment for families and businesses.

Coordinated throught the Gallaitn Police Department are several community related programs, including Neighborhood Watch, a Citizens’ Police Academy, Shop with a Cop Christmas, the G.R.E.A.T. Program and an Explorers Post.

Sumner County Sheriff’s Department (615) 452-2616
Working closely with the Gallatin Police Department is the Sumner County Sheriff’s Department. The Sheriff’s Department has 60 patrol officers, 168 correctional officers and seven criminal investigators and provides deputies to all of the high schools for the school resource officer program.

The Sheriff’s serves the criminal and civil process issued by the courts and maintains the safety and security of the Criminal Court, Juvenile Court, Chancery Court, Circuit Court, General Sessions Court and the County Jail. Deputies are specifically assigned to the 18th Judicial Drug Task Force and the Drug Enforcement Agency Task Force. Several deputies are assigned to the Countywide S.W.A.T./Negotiators Unit, which includes members from the sheriff’s department, Gallatin Police Department, Portland Police Department, White House Police Department and the Millersville Police Department. The Sumner County Jail has recently expanded housing for the inmate population from a 270-bed facility to a 700-bed facility.
Sumner County Emergency Medical Services(615) 451- 0429
All emergency calls are dispatched through an enhanced 911 system, which is manned through the Sumner County Emergency Medical Services. Sumner County Emergency Management Association is a cooperative volunteer based effort among county Fire and Police Agencies that assists with hazardous materials handling, severe weather emergencies and similar catastrophic situations.