VIDEO: Commissioner Richards Pushes for Constitutional Reform in County Resolution Process

In this video, D7 Williamson County Commissioner Christopher Richards presents a resolution calling for a more transparent and constitutionally aligned process for approving resolutions within the Williamson County Commission. Richards stresses that the current procedure blurs the lines between legislative and executive functions, deviating from the Tennessee Constitution and the county’s updated 2022 rules. He outlines how resolutions should be brought by county commissioners, follow proper committee review, and be sponsored before final approval. Despite pushback from the Rules Committee, which cited concerns over workload and tradition, Richards makes a compelling case for adhering to constitutional principles.