Tenn. Code Ann. § 4-31-1008

The authority has the right, in addition to all other rights, by mandamus or other suit, action, or proceeding in any court of competent jurisdiction, to require the local government unit, the governing body, and any proper officer, agent, or employee of the local government unit to carry out any agreements and to perform its and their duties under this part or under any rule or regulation of the authority adopted pursuant to this part.