Who We Are
Since 1940, the Tennessee Municipal League (TML) has been dedicated to helping Tennessee's towns and cities promote economic development and quality of life issues for their communities. TML is recognized as ‘the voice’ of Tennessee’s towns and cities, as well as the go-to organization for addressing the state’s grand challenges.
TML offers services and programs that give municipal officials the knowledge and tools to make the best possible public decisions in the complex world of municipal government. Based in Nashville, TML advocates on behalf of Tennessee's 345 towns and cities.
TML is a member-driven organization and is governed by a board of directors comprised of appointed and elected municipal officials.
Public Policy Advocacy
TML is a full-time advocate for legislative and regulatory issues affecting Tennessee’s municipalities. United as one voice, municipalities maximize their strength by working together through TML to monitor and influence state legislative issues that affect each community and the citizens they serve.
Membership Programs, Training, and Networking
City leaders make important contacts, learn about innovative programs, and obtain time-sensitive information about legislative and regulatory developments. TML also provides professional development opportunities through conference workshops and webinars. All are designed to help municipal officials recognize, understand, and meet the emerging trends and challenges their communities face.
Promoting and Supporting Benefits of Municipal Government
As part of TML's mission to create stronger communities, we promote grassroots engagement with members to build awareness of the value of municipal governments and increase understanding of the vital services cities provide.
