Jefferson City, Tennessee
Upcoming
Beer Board Meeting
The Jefferson City Beer Board will hold a public hearing and consider an application for a Certificate of Compliance for an off-premises liquor store. The applicant is The Barrel House Liquor & Wine, located at 110 West Broadway Boulevard. A decision on the permit may follow the hearing.
- Public hearing and consideration of Certificate of Compliance for The Barrel House Liquor & Wine at 110 West Broadway Boulevard
City Council Work Session Meeting
Regional Planning Commission / Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
City Council Regular Meeting
Recent meetings
Historic Zoning Commission Meeting
The Historic Zoning Commission will consider nine requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for facade improvements at various locations, primarily on Main Street, Branner Avenue, and Old A.J. Highway. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear citizen comments.
- Mike Dockery - Certificate of Appropriateness for facade improvement at 703 E. Main St.
- Amber Moore - Certificate of Appropriateness for facade improvement at 748 Main St.
- Jacob Geldrich - Certificate of Appropriateness for facade improvement at 108/110 Old A.J. Hwy.
- Larry Musick - Certificate of Appropriateness for facade improvement at 2004 Branner Ave.
- Deondre Jackson - Certificate of Appropriateness for facade improvement at 1919 Branner Ave.
Regional Planning Commission
The Regional Planning Commission will vote on approval of minutes from the May 18 meeting and hear citizen comments. Under new business, the commission will review a plat for two separate lot line shifts on Flat Gap Rd and Mill Springs Rd within the growth boundary. It will also conduct a use review for an existing building in the R-1 district to operate as a child care facility off Russell Ave and E Nelson St.
- Plat review for shifting lot lines on Flat Gap Rd and Mill Springs Rd (growth boundary)
- Use review for existing building in R-1 district as child care facility off Russell Ave and E. Nelson St
Special Council Meeting
The Jefferson City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading vote on Ordinance 2026-06, which amends the operating budget for fiscal year 2025-26. The council will also consider approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Springwell Foundation.
- Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2026-06 amending the FY 2025-26 operating budget
- Approve Memorandum of Understanding with Springwell Foundation
City Council Work Session Meeting
The Jefferson City Council meets for a work session to discuss several operational items, including a potential limit on liquor licenses, authorization for police vehicle purchases, and IT wiring for Fire Station 2. They will also consider a resolution to join the Tennessee Downtowns Program and review a maintenance contract renewal.
- Discuss business owner's request to limit liquor licenses
- Consider resolution to participate in TNECD Certified Tennessee Downtowns Program
- Request to add IT and Low Voltage Wiring for Fire Station 2
- Request to purchase Police Vehicles for FY 26-27
- Proposed Change Orders #9-#12 to Fire Station #2
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings and then vote on second readings of ordinances to levy a property tax and adopt the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27. Other business includes appointing members to the Historic Zoning Commission and Library Board, approving bids for sidewalk improvements, and discussing an interlocal agreement for Mossy Creek Wildlife Viewing Area. Monthly reports from multiple departments will be received.
- Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2026-03 to levy a tax on all taxable property within city limits
- Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2026-04 adopting the annual budget for FY 2026-27
- Second reading of Ordinance 2026-05 amending stormwater management regulations
- Approve Resolution 2026-13 honoring Tony Cate for an act of courage at Lakeview Market
- Accept bids for RFB 26-08: Sidewalk Improvements Project Diabetes Phase 1
Beer Board Meeting
The Beer Board will hold a public hearing and consider an off-premises beer permit application for Sav-More Tobacco, located at 1403 Russell Avenue. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.
- Public hearing for off-premises beer permit application for Sav-More Tobacco at 1403 Russell Avenue
- Consideration of the same beer permit application
Regional Planning Commission
The Regional Planning Commission will consider a plat review/approval for shifting lot lines on Flat Gap Rd., submitted by Shawn Bowling. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a period for citizen comments. No other substantive business is listed.
- Plat review/approval for shifting lot lines on Flat Gap Rd. (Shawn Bowling)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Jefferson City Council will receive monthly reports from several departments and consider bids for HVAC units, a mower, and fire access control. Old business includes a second reading of a no-parking zone ordinance for Founder's Point Subdivision. New business features a first reading of updated stormwater management regulations and a resolution for an actuarial study on a hazardous duty supplemental benefit.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2026-02 establishing a 'No Parking' zone in Founder's Point Subdivision
- First reading of Ordinance 2026-05 amending and updating stormwater management regulations
- Approve installation of two HVAC units at the Community Center
- Approve purchase of Zero Turn Mower
- Approve ETDD contract for administration of Downtown Improvement Grant
The City Council approved multiple contracts, equipment purchases, and ordinances during the May 4 meeting. Decisions included authorizing HVAC units for the Community Center, a zero turn mower, and various fire department funds.
- Approved April 6, 2026 minutes (4-0)
- Approved April 27, 2026 special meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved installation of two HVAC units at the Community Center (4-0)
- Approved purchase of Zero Turn Mower (4-0)
- Approved Fire Access Control for the Water Plant (4-0)
- Approved Change Order #8 for Fire Station #2 (4-0)
- Approved use of JCFD Fire Station 2 Contingency Fund for IT/Low Voltage Needs (4-0)
- Approved ETDD Planning Services Contract for FY27 (4-0)
Historic Zoning Commission Meeting
The Historic Zoning Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a facade alteration at 106 E. Old A.J. Highway. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and an opportunity for citizen comments. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Certificate of Appropriateness request by Tommy Clapp for facade alteration at 106 E. Old A.J. Highway
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will hold first readings of two ordinances: one to levy a property tax and another to adopt the annual budget for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2026. No final votes are scheduled at this special meeting.
- Ordinance 2026-03: Levy a tax on all taxable property within the corporate limits
- Ordinance 2026-04: Adopt the annual budget for FY 2026-2027 (July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027)
Regional Planning Commission
The Regional Planning Commission will consider two site plan revisions: one for an outdoor storage facility off N. Chucky Pike and one for a To Go Sandwich Shop in an existing building off E. Broadway Blvd. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and citizen comments. No other major items are listed for discussion or decision.
- Kevin Lamb - Site Plan Revision for Outdoor Storage Facility off N. Chucky Pike
- Jeannine Hurt - Site Plan Revision for To Go Sandwich Shop in existing building off E. Broadway Blvd.
- Approval of minutes from March 23, 2026 meeting
- Citizen comments limited to five minutes
City Council Work Session Meeting
The city council will discuss the proposed FY26-27 budget, consider bids for HVAC units at the community center, and review an updated stormwater ordinance. Other discussion items include a change order for Fire Station #2 and a hazardous duty supplemental benefit study. This is a work session, so no final votes are expected.
- Presentation of proposed FY26-27 budget by James Gallup & Bettina Chandler
- Consider bids for two HVAC units at the Community Center
- Consider proposed updated Stormwater Ordinance
- Consider Change Order #8 for Fire Station #2
- Consider Hazardous Duty Supplemental Benefit Study
City Council Regular Meeting
The council will hear monthly departmental reports, make appointments to the Parks and Recreation Committee and Jefferson County Equalization Board, and vote on several action items. Notable actions include the first reading of an ordinance establishing a no-parking zone in Founder's Point Subdivision, approval of bids and purchases for the wastewater and water plants, and resolutions to purchase firefighter PPE via a CDBG grant and to declare surplus property.
- First reading of Ordinance 2026-02 establishing a 'No Parking' zone in Founder's Point Subdivision
- Approve purchase of a Grit Auger for the Wastewater Plant
- Approve request to clean the Sedimentation Basins at Water Plant
- Approve proposal for Design & Construction Services for Project Diabetes from McGill & Associates
- Approve Resolution 2026-08 for Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment purchase through CDBG Grant
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will vote on two resolutions: adopting the 2026 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan, and authorizing a grant application to the Tennessee Outdoor Recreation Local Parks and Recreation Fund for improvements at Roy Harmon Park.
- Resolution 2026-06: Adopting the 2026 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan
- Resolution 2026-07: Authorizing submission of a grant application for Roy Harmon Park improvements
The City Council approved two resolutions: adopting the 2026 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan and authorizing submission of a grant application for Roy Harmon Park improvements. Both resolutions passed unanimously (3-0) with Mayor Cain and Councilwomen Combs and Councilman Melton voting in favor.
- Approved Resolution 2026-06 adopting the 2026 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-07 authorizing grant application for Roy Harmon Park improvements (3-0)
Historic Zoning Commission Meeting
The Historic Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting with approval of previous minutes, citizen comments, and old/new business. The main substantive item is a discussion on finalizing subgrant committee members and the timeline for a Downtown Improvement Grant.
- Discussion on finalizing Subgrant Committee members for Downtown Improvement Grant
- Further discussion on Downtown Improvement Grant timeline and process
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request from Lisa Walden (Bristol Sign Company) for an additional ground sign at the intersection of N. Hwy 92 and W. Broadway Blvd. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and citizen comments.
- Variance request by Lisa Walden for an additional ground sign at N. Hwy 92 and W. Broadway Blvd.
City Council Work Session Meeting
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several requests, including a no-parking zone in Founder's Point, purchase of firefighter personal protective equipment, vulture nuisance abatement, a grit auger for the wastewater plant, and cleaning of water plant sedimentation basins. They will also consider extending auditing services, a grant submission for the LPRF program, and a proposal for design and construction services for Project Diabetes. Quarterly updates from four local organizations and appointments to three boards are also on the agenda.
- Request for no-parking zone in Founder's Point Neighborhood
- Request to purchase firefighter personal protective equipment
- Request to address vulture nuisance
- Request to purchase a grit auger for the wastewater plant
- Proposal for design & construction services for Project Diabetes