Hamilton County mourns passing of former head of WWTA

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger issued a statement Wednesday, after the passing of former Waste Water Treatment Authority Executive Director Cleveland Grimes:

“I am deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of Cleveland Grimes. Cleveland was an outstanding public servant who worked in one of the most difficult jobs in Hamilton County. A large part of the growth and development of Hamilton County is due to Cleveland’s unwavering dedication to this community and his commitment to always doing the right thing at the WWTA.

We have lost an important member of the community. I have lost a good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this extremely difficult time.”