Unless expressly delegated in writing or established by approved policy, the Operations Manager may not independently change library policy; approve unbudgeted expenditures; enter into contracts or external commitments; authorize new programs, partnerships, or public announcements; make hiring, termination, disciplinary, or compensation decisions; or alter established organizational priorities. Article II Section 28 of the Tennessee Constitution states: "…all property real, personal or mixed shall be subject to taxation…" Your property tax dollars are used by city, county, and state governments to provide funding for roads, parks, fire and police protection, public schools, and many other local services.