Bristol, Virginia

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board will conduct an annual review of precinct ADA compliance. Members will also discuss preparations for the August 4, 2026 Primary and the November 3, 2026 General Election.

• Annual Review of the ADA Compliance of Bristol’s Precincts
• Preparations for the August 4, 2026 Primary
• Preparations for the November 3, 2026 General Election

City Council

The City Council will vote on a resolution expressing support for the Souls of Bristol's Black Bottom Public History Initiative. They will also award a contract for an equalization tank system (ITB SW-26-004), approve a cooperative procurement for copier leases, and consider a $424,697 supplemental appropriation. Street closure requests for the Annual Independence Day Parade and Hot Bristol Night Car Show are on the consent agenda. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters.

• Resolution expressing support for Souls of Bristol's Black Bottom Public History Initiative
• Award of Invitation to Bid (ITB) Equalization Tank System Balance of Plant SW-26-004
• Approval of cooperative procurement for copier leases
• Supplemental appropriation $424,697
• Street closure requests for Annual Independence Day Parade and Hot Bristol Night Car Show

The City Council approved a contract for a landfill project and a resolution supporting a local history initiative. The meeting also addressed the remote participation of absent members and added a street closure to the agenda.

• Approved remote participation for absent members (3-0)
• Approved agenda addition for Juneteenth street closure (3-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Black Bottom history initiative (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Heron Construction for landfill project (5-0)
• Authorized contract with RJ Young for copier leases

City Council

The council will hold the second reading and vote on the budget ordinance for the upcoming fiscal year. It will also conduct a public hearing and approve the Program Year 2026 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan. Additional items include accepting a USDA grant for new sanitation trucks and renewing a joint agreement with the HOME Consortium.

• Second reading of Budget Ordinance for FY 2026-2027
• Resolution to accept USDA Rural Development grant funds for two new sanitation trucks
• Public Hearing #2 and approval of CDBG 2026 Annual Action Plan
• Supplemental appropriation of $7,974
• Street closure requests for Border Bash, Tire Flip Challenge, Salute America 250, and Third Thursday events

City Council approved the Program Year 2026 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and authorized the purchase of two new sanitation trucks using USDA grant funds. The council also renewed a 3-year agreement with the Northeast Tennessee/Virginia HOME Consortium.

• Approved renewal of Joint Cooperation Agreement with Northeast Tennessee/Virginia HOME Consortium for 3 years (5-0)
• Approved resolution to accept $285,000 USDA grant for two new sanitation trucks (5-0)
• Approved PY 2026 CDBG Annual Action Plan allocating $287,606 in funding (5-0)

City Council

This is a called meeting of the Bristol City Council with a single substantive item: a closed session under Virginia Code §2.2-3711.A1 to discuss prospective candidates for employment, personnel assignments, salaries, and other personnel matters. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Closed session for personnel discussions (appointments, performance, salaries)

The council adopted the agenda (5-0), entered a closed session under Virginia Code for personnel discussions, and later certified that only exempt matters were discussed. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was purely procedural.

• Adopted the called agenda (5-0)
• Entered closed session for personnel matters (5-0)
• Certified closed session discussion complied with open meeting laws (4-0)
• Approved remote participation for Councilmember Littleton (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:23 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold the first reading of the Budget Ordinance for FY 2026-2027, the most consequential item. Also on the agenda are proclamations for Public Works Week and Police Week, a resolution for a Safe Streets for All implementation grant, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• First reading of the Budget Ordinance for FY 2026-2027
• Resolution for a Safe Streets for All implementation grant
• Proclamation honoring Public Works Professionals during National Public Works Week
• Proclamation recognizing National Police Week 2026
• Approval of April 28, 2026, meeting minutes

The City Council approved a resolution supporting a federal grant application for State Street corridor improvements. Additionally, the council passed proclamations designating National Public Works Week and Police Memorial Week.

• Approved agenda changes including a closed session (5-0)
• Approved National Public Works Week proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Police Memorial Week proclamation (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Safe Streets for All implementation grant (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning map amendment for Tax Map Parcel 227-A-6. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and an opportunity for public comments on non-agenda items.

• Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA01-2026) for Tax Map Parcel 227-A-6
• Approval of February 23, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Public comments on non-agenda items

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend denial of a request to rezone a property at 227-A-6 from residential to general business. The decision follows a joint public hearing where residents expressed opposition due to traffic and safety concerns.

• Approved February 23, 2026 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended denial of ZMA01-2026 zoning map amendment (6-0)
• No public comments on non-agenda items
• Meeting adjourned at 12:36 PM

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget and budget appropriation ordinance. They will also discuss a Smart Scale application for a roundabout at Bonham Road and Suncrest Drive, and consider a zoning map amendment for Tax Map Parcel 227-A-6. Other items include a supplemental appropriation of $134,909 and approval of a cost-sharing agreement with Bristol Tennessee for a trolley study.

• Public hearing for Proposed FY 2026-2027 Budget
• Public hearing for Budget Appropriation Ordinance
• Discussion of Smart Scale roundabout at Bonham Road and Suncrest Drive
• Consideration of ZMA01-2026, zoning map amendment for Tax Map Parcel 227-A-6
• Supplemental Appropriation $134,909

City Council adopted the agenda with items D6 and H4 tabled indefinitely (4-0). Council also approved a proclamation designating April as Autism Acceptance Month (4-0). A public hearing on the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget was held, but no vote was taken. Additionally, the council discussed a potential Smart Scale roundabout project at Bonham Road and Suncrest Drive, with a joint information meeting scheduled for May 4th.

• Adopted agenda as amended, tabling items D6 and H4 indefinitely (4-0)
• Approved proclamation recognizing April as National Autism Acceptance Month (4-0)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes from March 9, 2026, and to hear an auditor presentation. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda; the meeting consists largely of procedural items and staff updates.

• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2026 regular meeting
• Auditor presentation under new business

The Industrial Development Authority received an unmodified audit report. The auditor noted a going concern due to debt service arrears, though the amount behind has decreased from approximately $352k in 2024 to $156k in 2026. The board discussed a projected $5M balloon payment due in 2030.

• Approved March 9, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

At this meeting, the City Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment on Bonham Road, receive the City Manager's budget presentation, and consider a resolution to set the real property tax rates for 2026. The council will also vote on a second reading of an ordinance to exempt Theatre Bristol from real property taxes. Several consent items include a street closure for a summer music series and appointment to the Planning Commission.

• Public hearing for Zoning Map Amendment ZMA 01-2026 on Bonham Road
• City Manager's Budget Presentation
• Resolution establishing Real Property Tax Rates for Calendar Year 2026
• Ordinance to exempt Theatre Bristol from Real Property Taxes (Second Reading)
• Request for Proposal for Professional Engineering Services SW-26-003

City Council approved a $100,340.50 contract for police dispatch consoles and authorized a contract with SCS Engineers for solid waste management services. The council also appointed Rebecca Reeves to the Planning Commission and issued a proclamation for National Library Week.

• Appointed Rebecca Reeves to the Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved proclamation designating April 19-25, 2026, as National Library Week (5-0)
• Approved certificate of recognition for Melvin Woods (5-0)
• Authorized contract with SCS Engineers for integrated solid waste management facility professional engineering services (5-0)
• Approved $100,340.50 contract with Watson Consoles for police dispatch consoles (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Bristol Planning Commission will consider approval of Subdivision Plat #13-2025 and a Zoning Map Amendment for Tax Map Parcel 227-A-6. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from December 15, 2025, and public comments on non-agenda items.

• Approval of Subdivision Plat #13-2025
• Zoning Map Amendment for Tax Map Parcel 227-A-6 (01-2026)
• Approval of December 15, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Public Comments on Non-Agenda Items

The Planning Commission approved a final subdivision plat to divide 1101 Rhode Island Avenue into two townhouse lots, allowing individual ownership of the newly built units. The commission also voted to schedule a joint public hearing with City Council on a request to rezone Tax Map Parcel 227-A-6 from R-1 to B-3, but took no final action on the rezoning itself.

• Approved final subdivision plat #13-2025 for 1101 Rhode Island Avenue (5-0)
• Recommended joint public hearing with City Council for zoning map amendment on Parcel 227-A-6 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of December 15, 2025 regular meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Bristol City Council will hold public hearings on the 2026 CDBG Annual Action Plan and on tax-exempt status for Theatre Bristol. The Council will consider a resolution to participate in a combined opioid settlement against the Six Remnant Defendants and a first reading of an ordinance exempting Theatre Bristol from property taxes. A budget workshop and discussion of a roundabout at Bonham Road and Suncrest Drive are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on the 2026 CDBG Annual Action Plan
• Public hearing on tax-exempt status for Theatre Bristol properties
• Resolution to participate in a combined opioid settlement against the Six Remnant Defendants
• First reading of ordinance to exempt Theatre Bristol from real property taxes
• Discussion of Bonham Road at Suncrest Drive Roundabout

The Council approved participation in a settlement regarding opioid-related claims against six defendants. They also granted a retroactive real property tax exemption for Theatre Bristol and designated April as Child Abuse Prevention Month.

• Designated April as Child Abuse Prevention Month (5-0)
• Appointed Mayor Holmes and Councilman Farnum to CDBG allocation subcommittee (5-0)
• Approved participation in opioid settlement agreement with six remnant defendants (5-0)
• Approved real property tax exemption for Theatre Bristol, including retroactivity (5-0)

Electoral Board

The Bristol Electoral Board will discuss preparations for the April special election, upcoming legislative changes, and planning for the August primary and November general election. The meeting includes a closed session for security-related discussions. No votes or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Discussion of preparations for the April special election
• Discussion of upcoming legislative changes
• Discussion of planning for the August primary and November general election
• Closed session under Va. Code §2.2-3711(A)(1) for security matters

The board unanimously adopted the meeting agenda. It then voted to enter a closed session, certified that only closed‑session matters were discussed, and signed two acknowledgment letters to the Virginia Department of Elections. The meeting was subsequently adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Entered closed session (unanimous)
• Certified closed‑session discussion (unanimous)
• Signed two acknowledgment letters to Virginia Dept. of Elections (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will consider approving its rules of procedures and then hold a closed session to discuss a prospective business or industry that has not been previously announced. No votes on the business prospect are expected in open session. The meeting is scheduled for March 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM in Council Chambers.

• Approval of rules of procedures
• Closed session for discussion of unannounced business prospect
• Approval of minutes from January 12, 2026 regular meeting

The Industrial Development Authority approved minutes from the January 12 regular meeting and adopted updated Rules of Procedure (both 6-0). Members discussed a potential name change to Economic Development Authority but took no vote. A closed session was held to discuss a prospective business or industry expansion.

• Approved January 12, 2026 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved updated Rules of Procedure (6-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss prospective business or industry expansion (6-0)

City Council

This is a called meeting of the Bristol City Council focusing on a finance update and a budget workshop. No other business or public hearings are listed. The agenda is limited to these two substantive items before adjournment.

• Finance update presentation
• Budget workshop discussion

The council adopted the agenda as presented, with a 5‑0 vote. A finance update and budget workshop were presented but no actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 7:08 P.M. by a unanimous 5‑0 vote.

• Adopt agenda as presented (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hear presentations on the School Board Budget and from non-mandated outside agencies. They will consider a supplemental appropriation of $483,071 and a motion to authorize the city manager to grant exemptions to a statute. The council will also review an invitation to bid for an equalization tank system (ITB# SW-26-002). A closed session is scheduled for personnel discussions and appointments.

• Supplemental Appropriation of $483,071
• Invitation to Bid for Equalization Tank System (ITB# SW-26-002)
• Reappointment of Steven Gobble to the Mount Rogers Planning Commission
• Appointment of Kalen Hunter to the Virginia Highlands Community College Board
• Approval of city council meeting minutes from February 18, 24, 28, and March 3, 2026

The council adopted the agenda (5‑0) and approved a $483,071 supplemental appropriation (5‑0). It authorized the city manager to grant exemptions for polystyrene food containers (5‑0) and to contract with Mid‑Atlantic Storage Systems for an equalization tank system (5‑0). Council members also appointed Tamara Spradlin as the permanent city manager (5‑0) and approved the consent agenda items, including reappointments and prior meeting minutes.

• Adopted agenda as presented (5‑0)
• Approved supplemental appropriation $483,071 (5‑0)
• Authorized city manager to grant polystyrene container exemptions (5‑0)
• Authorized contract with Mid‑Atlantic Storage Systems for equalization tank system (5‑0)
• Appointed Tamara Spradlin as permanent city manager (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑4 (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items 5‑8, including minutes approvals (4‑0, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

City Council

The Bristol City Council will formally adopt the called agenda. A closed‑session portion will be held to discuss prospective candidates and other personnel matters under Virginia Code 2.2-3711.A1. The meeting will then be adjourned.

• Adoption of the called agenda
• Closed session to discuss personnel matters (candidate interviews, employment actions) per Code of Virginia 2.2-3711.A1

The Bristol City Council held a called meeting and unanimously adopted the agenda. Council then entered a closed session under Virginia Code §2.2-3711.A1 to discuss personnel matters. After returning, they certified the closed session was lawful and adjourned. No decisions on ordinances, contracts, or policies were made in open session.

• Adopted the called agenda (5-0)
• Entered closed session for personnel discussions (5-0)
• Certified closed session compliance (5-0)
• Adjourned at 8:00 P.M. (5-0)

City Council

This is a procedural meeting where the council will adopt a called agenda and then convene a closed session pursuant to Virginia law to discuss personnel matters such as appointments, salaries, and resignations. No public votes or substantive actions are scheduled outside of the closed session.

• Closed session under Va. Code § 2.2-3711.A1 for discussion of prospective candidates, employment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, or resignation of public officers or employees

The Bristol City Council met in a called session and unanimously voted to adopt the agenda and enter a closed session for personnel matters as permitted by Virginia Code. The closed session lasted from 2:01 PM to 5:01 PM. No substantive public decisions or votes on contracts, ordinances, or other actions were made during the open portion of the meeting.

• Adopted called agenda (5-0)
• Entered closed session for personnel discussion (5-0)
• Certified closed session discussion was lawful (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Bristol City Council is meeting to adopt a called agenda and then immediately enter a closed session, as permitted under Virginia law, to discuss prospective candidates for employment, appointments, salaries, or other personnel matters. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Adoption of called agenda
• Closed session under Va. Code §2.2-3711.A1 for personnel discussions

The Bristol City Council held a called meeting on February 28, 2026. They unanimously adopted the agenda and entered a closed session under Virginia Code 2.2-3711.A1 to discuss personnel matters. After returning, the council certified that only exempt matters were discussed, then adjourned. No substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted the called agenda (5-0)
• Certified closed session compliance (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

This meeting includes a resolution of support for a feasibility study of the Mendota Trail to Downtown Bristol connector, a presentation of the draft FY2026-2027 budget calendar, and discussion of council budget goals. The council will also appoint a new City Council member and may enter closed session to discuss personnel. The consent agenda approves meeting minutes from February 10, 2026.

• Resolution of Support of the Mendota Trail to Downtown Bristol Connector Feasibility Study
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Draft Budget Calendar
• Discussion of Council Budget Goals
• Appointment of new City Council member
• Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes from February 10, 2026

The council appointed Alex Littleton to fill a vacancy on the city council, with Neal Osborne the sole dissenting vote. They also approved a resolution supporting the Mendota Trail to Downtown Bristol connector feasibility study, which will support future grant applications for construction. The council discussed budget goals for FY2026-2027, including no tax increases, and set a budget workshop for March 17.

• Appointed Alex Littleton to city council vacancy (3-1)
• Approved resolution supporting Mendota Trail connector feasibility study (4-0)
• Set budget workshop for March 17 at 6 p.m.
• Approved consent agenda including February 10 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Entered closed session to interview three council candidates (4-0)

City Council

This is a called meeting with a single item: a closed session under Virginia Code to discuss personnel matters. No other business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Closed session pursuant to Va. Code §2.2-3711.A1 to discuss personnel appointments, performance, salaries, or resignations

The Bristol City Council met in called session and unanimously adopted the agenda. The council then voted 4-0 to enter closed session to discuss prospective candidates for employment and personnel matters, as permitted by Virginia law. After returning, the council certified that only exempt matters were discussed, then adjourned 3-1. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made in open session.

• Adopted the called agenda (4-0)
• Entered closed session for personnel discussion (4-0)
• Certified closed session compliance (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-1)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will hear a presentation on the Teneva Market and Development Analysis and hold a discussion on incentives. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comments.

• Presentation on the Teneva Market and Development Analysis
• Discussion on incentives
• Approval of July 14, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Approval of August 21, 2025 called meeting minutes
• Public comments on non-agenda items

The Industrial Development Authority approved the July 14, 2025, and August 21, 2025, meeting minutes. Staff presented a redevelopment analysis for the Teneva Property, including potential tax abatement incentives and workforce housing targets.

• Approved July 14, 2025, regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved August 21, 2025, called meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Bristol City Council will hold a public interview of applicants for a City Council vacancy, consider a resolution to authorize lease purchase financing of city equipment, and vote on a contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month, a street closure request for a NASCAR Hauler Parade, and a closed session to discuss prospective candidates for employment.

• Public interview of City Council applicants
• Resolution to authorize lease purchase financing of certain city equipment
• Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc.
• Street closure request for a NASCAR Hauler Parade
• Proclamation recognizing Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month

City Council approved a contract for police tasers and body cameras and appointed the Interim City Manager to the Regional Improvement Commission. The council also authorized lease purchase financing for city equipment and recognized Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month.

• Approved contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for tasers and body cameras (4-0)
• Appointed Interim City Manager Tamrya Spradlin to the Regional Improvement Commission (4-0)
• Approved resolution for lease purchase financing of city equipment, including golf carts (4-0)
• Approved proclamation recognizing Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month (4-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda with additions for real property acquisition and commission appointment (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Bristol Planning Commission will vote on a recommendation to City Council regarding updates to Chapter 50 of the city code. The specific amendments are not detailed in the agenda. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

• Recommendation to City Council for updates to Chapter 50 of the City Code

The Planning Commission recommended updates to Chapter 50 of the City Code to the City Council. The proposed changes involve regulations for methadone clinics, new parking requirements for gas stations and self-storage, and landscaping/screening standards.

• Approved November 17, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended City Code updates to City Council (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading and final vote on updates to Chapter 50 of the city code, a draft budget calendar for fiscal year 2026-2027 will be presented, and an interim city attorney will be appointed. The council will also discuss bridge repair projects and review finance policies. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel matters.

• Second reading and final vote on Chapter 50 code updates
• Appointment of interim city attorney (no name listed)
• Presentation of fiscal year 2026-2027 draft budget calendar
• Update on State of Good Repair bridge projects
• Finance policy review

The Bristol City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Gwen Waddell, PC as Interim City Attorney, adopted a financial policy update aimed at improving fiscal stability, and passed second-reading amendments to the city's zoning and building code. A presentation on three state-funded bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects was given, but no vote was taken. The council also approved the consent agenda and went into closed session for personnel discussions.

• Appointed Gwen Waddell, PC as Interim City Attorney (4-0)
• Approved Financial Policies as presented (4-0)
• Approved second reading and adopted Chapter 50 code updates (zoning and building regulations) (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including previous meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel matters (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a variance request (BZA01-2025) for properties at 1345 Mary Street and 355 Edmond Street. They will also elect officers for FY 2024-2025 and consider approval of minutes from March 5, 2018. Public comments on non-agenda items will be taken.

• Variance request #BZA01-2025 for 1345 Mary Street and 355 Edmond Street
• Election of officers for FY 2024-2025
• Approval of minutes from March 5, 2018 Regular Meeting
• Public comments on non-agenda items

The Board of Zoning Appeals re-elected Doug Weberling as Chairman and Sarah Williams as Vice-Chairman. The meeting also included a presentation on the Board's role and an overview of the city's zoning ordinance revision project.

• Approved October 6, 2014 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Elected Doug Weberling Chairman (5-0)
• Elected Sarah Williams Vice-Chairman (5-0)
• Received overview of zoning ordinance revision project

City Council

The Bristol City Council will vote on new usage fees for Cumberland Square Park and approve guidelines for a public-private partnership to build a new baseball stadium. The council will also hold a first reading of code updates and discuss personnel in closed session. A consent agenda includes a $71,364 supplemental appropriation and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Discussion and approval of new usage fees for Cumberland Square Park
• Approval of PPEA guidelines for new baseball stadium project
• Resolution regarding PPEA procurement for baseball stadium
• First reading of Chapter 50 Code Updates ordinance
• Supplemental appropriation of $71,364

City Council approved increased usage fees for Cumberland Square Park and adopted guidelines to expedite the construction of a new baseball stadium. The council also held a first reading for zoning and landscaping code updates and appointed Tamrya Spradlin as Interim City Manager following Randall Eads' resignation.

• Approved Cumberland Square Park rental fee increase to $150 and fencing installation fee to $5,500 (5-0)
• Approved PPEA guidelines and procedures for baseball field construction (5-0)
• Approved resolution qualifying the baseball stadium project for PPEA procurement (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Chapter 50 code updates regarding medical clinics, parking, and landscaping (5-0)
• Appointed Tamrya Spradlin as Interim City Manager
• Approved budget transfer of $35,105 to add a Payroll Clerk I position (5-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriations of $71,364 for court, police, fire, and sheriff departments (5-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

City Council

This is an organizational meeting where the Bristol City Council will elect a mayor and vice-mayor, and appoint a city manager, city clerk, and city attorney. A closed session is scheduled to discuss prospective candidates for appointments to boards. The meeting includes routine procedural items and sets the council leadership for the term.

• Election of Mayor
• Election of Vice-Mayor
• Appointment of City Manager
• Appointment of City Clerk
• Appointment of City Attorney

The City Council held an organizational meeting to elect its leadership and appoint city staff. Jake Holmes was elected Mayor and Neal Osborne was elected Vice-Mayor. The Council also appointed the City Clerk, City Manager, and City Attorney.

• Elected Megan Erwin as City Clerk (5-0)
• Elected Jake Holmes as Mayor (5-0)
• Elected Neal Osborne as Vice-Mayor (5-0)
• Appointed Randall C. Eads as City Manager (4-1)
• Appointed Randall C. Eads as City Attorney (4-1)

City Council

The Council will hold a second reading on a zoning map amendment for the Washington Lee School property from R-1/R-1A to R-3, and on an ordinance authorizing sale of three city-owned parcels on Keys Street. The agenda also includes a presentation of the June 30, 2025 audit, a joint public hearing for Chapter 50 code updates, and a consent agenda with a $30,910 supplemental appropriation.

• Second reading: Zoning Map Amendment for Washington Lee School (R-1/R-1A to R-3)
• Second reading: Ordinance No. 25-9 authorizing sale of city property on Keys Street (Parcels #14-3-4-3, #14-3-4-2, #14-3-4-1)
• Presentation of the June 30, 2025 Audit Report
• Joint Public Hearing for Chapter 50 Code Updates
• Consent agenda: Supplemental appropriation of $30,910 and appointment of Michael Pollard to Planning Commission

The City Council approved engineering contracts with three firms, a $20,000 funding increase for a downtown group, and second readings for zoning changes. No public comments were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved $20,000 funding increase for Believe in Bristol (5-0)
• Approved engineering contracts with Kimley-Horn, Barge Design Solutions, and Mattern & Craig (5-0)
• Approved second reading of zoning map amendment for Washington Lee School (5-0)
• Adopted zoning map amendment for Washington Lee School by caption only (5-0)
• Adopted agenda as presented (5-0)
• Accepted audit report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025 (5-0)
• Held joint public hearing for Chapter 50 Code Updates with no public comments
• Held joint public hearing for landscaping ordinance with no public comments

City Council

This is a called City Council meeting with a primarily procedural agenda. The only substantive item is a beautification workshop, followed by a closed session and adjournment. No decisions or votes on ordinances, contracts, or policy changes are listed.

• Beautification Workshop (discussion only)
• Closed Session (no details provided)

The City Council held a workshop to discuss a strategic plan for beautifying Bristol, including strategies for demolishing abandoned properties and improving code enforcement. The meeting focused on long-term goals for economic development and community revitalization without taking formal votes on specific proposals.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Discussed beautification strategies and economic development
• Discussed code enforcement staffing needs
• Discussed demolishing 54 abandoned buildings
• Discussed increasing demolition budget for fiscal year 2027
• Discussed improving sign regulations
• Discussed downtown development and housing strategies
• Discussed employee housing subsidies

Electoral Board

This is a routine administrative meeting of the Bristol Electoral Board. The board will organize for the year, discuss training and delegation of duties, review the 2026 election calendar, and receive updates on the COOP plan and FY 2027 budget. The meeting will conclude with a closed session for personnel matters.

• Welcome new board member Justin G. Hall
• Organization of the Electoral Board
• Discussion of 2026 Election Calendar
• COOP Plan Update
• Closed session for personnel matters under Va. Code § 2.2-3711(A)(1)

The Bristol Electoral Board held its organizational meeting, electing Justin Hall as Chair, Carter Miles as Vice-Chair, and Julia Davis as Secretary, all by unanimous vote. Miles declined in writing to serve as Chair or Secretary per state code due to party affiliation. The board also signed the updated COOP plan with revised contact information. Other items—training dates, delegation of duties, 2026 election calendar, and FY2027 budget—were discussed but no votes taken.

• Elected Justin Hall as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Carter Miles as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Julia Davis as Secretary (unanimous)
• Signed updated COOP plan (unanimous)
• Approved closed session motion (unanimous)
• Approved reconvene motion (unanimous)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will consider a performance incentive for RMM Holdings, LLC, and briefly discuss a potential name change for the authority. No details on the incentive amount or proposed new name are provided in the agenda.

• Consideration of performance incentive for RMM Holdings, LLC
• Brief discussion on Industrial Development Authority name change

The Industrial Development Authority voted unanimously (7‑0) to recommend a $300,000 performance incentive for RMM Holdings, LLC, with flexibility for the City Council to amend the amount. The incentive is intended to offset costs for renovating the former Quaker building at 629 State Street into a new restaurant. No other actions were decided; the discussion on renaming the authority remained unresolved.

• Recommended $300K performance incentive for RMM Holdings (7-0)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from April 2025, elect officers for the coming term, and adopt the annual report for fiscal year 2024-2025. No other substantive business is listed.

• Election of officers
• Adoption of the Industrial Development Authority Annual Report for FY 2024-2025
• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2025 regular meeting

The Industrial Development Authority approved minutes from April 14, 2025 (7-0, one abstention), elected Nick Esposito as Chairman (6-0) and Imanuel Morenings as Vice-Chair (6-0), and adopted the FY 2024-2025 Annual Report (7-0). The board also discussed forming a workforce housing alliance, blight strategies, business incentives, and a potential work session on homelessness and safety.

• Approved April 14, 2025 regular meeting minutes (7-0, Carly Thompson abstained)
• Elected Nick Esposito as Chairman (6-0, Esposito abstained)
• Elected Imanuel Morenings as Vice-Chair (6-0, Morenings abstained)
• Elected Mack Chapman as Economic Development Specialist (7-0)
• Elected Amy Dula as Secretary of the IDA (7-0)
• Adopted FY 2024-2025 Annual Summary (7-0)