kingsport-tn public meetings in 2025

REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Regional Planning Commission will consider four new business items at its December 18 meeting. They will vote on recommending a rezoning of Cooks Valley Road from R-1B to R-3, a proposed Sullivan County development moratorium, and two text amendments to zoning rules covering cryptocurrency mining and residential foundation requirements. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings and handle any consent items.

• Cooks Valley Road Rezoning (REZONE25-0285): request to change zoning from R-1B to R-3
• Sullivan County Moratorium (PLNCOM25-0295): recommendation on a proposed county development moratorium
• Cryptocurrency Mining and Data Center Text Amendment (ZTA25-0283)
• Residential Foundation Requirements Text Amendment (ZTA25-0301)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several budget adjustments for FY26 and a zoning change for a parcel on E. Stone Drive. The meeting includes a public hearing for the Annual Plan of Services Update regarding Fieldcrest and Cherry Knoll annexations. Other items include appointments for a Municipal Judge and the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Zoning change for Tax Map 032, Parcel 112.20 on E. Stone Drive from Agricultural (A-1) to Highway-Oriented Business (B-3)
• Budget Adjustment Ordinance for various funds in FY26 and amendments to the General Purpose School Fund and General Project Fund budgets
• Public hearing for Annual Plan of Services Update for Fieldcrest and Cherry Knoll Annexations
• Resolution to change Kingsport City Schools phone providers to United Data Technologies (UDT)
• Resolution for Amendment Number 1 with TDOT for North Eastman Road and Clinchfield Street Project Pin 132587.00

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved all items on the agenda, including a rezoning along East Stone Drive, budget adjustments for FY26, and several resolutions authorizing agreements and grants. The board also reappointed the municipal judge and appointed a new member to the Board of Zoning Appeals. All votes were unanimous.

• Reappointed Russell W. Adkins as Municipal Judge for a second two-year term (unanimous)
• Appointed Lora Barnett to the Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 budget adjustments for various funds (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 school fund and general projects fund budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning along East Stone Drive from A-1 to B-3 (unanimous roll call)
• Authorized Kingsport City Schools to change phone providers to UDT (unanimous)
• Approved TDOT amendment for North Eastman Road and Clinchfield Street project (unanimous)
• Approved creation of MeadowView Task Force and appointments (unanimous)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss an update from AEP. The meeting also includes a review of the business meeting agenda and reports on sales tax and project status.

• AEP update provided by Jake Holmes
• Sales Tax Report
• Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session on December 15, 2025, with no substantive decisions made. AEP representatives presented an update on the utility's history, structure, and rates, followed by a review of the upcoming business meeting agenda. The meeting adjourned without any votes or formal actions.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the work session

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a residential subdivision. The board will also vote on the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting.

• Case BZA25-0286: Request for a 3-foot side yard setback variance at 226 Bancroft Chapel Road
• Approval of November 6, 2025 regular meeting minutes

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of a zoning amendment for a parcel along E. Stone Drive, changing it from agricultural to highway-oriented business. They will also consider final adoption of a FY2026 budget adjustment ordinance, and several resolutions including vehicle purchases, software consulting, and a golf course irrigation pump replacement. The consent agenda includes amendments to a TDOT contract for a bicycle-pedestrian bridge and renewal of a stop loss insurance contract.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance to rezone portion of Tax Map 032, Parcel 112.20 along E. Stone Drive from A-1 to B-3 (AF-327-2025)
• Budget adjustment ordinance for various funds in FY2026 (AF-316-2025)
• Resolution to purchase two 2026 Ford Maverick AWD via TN State Contract (AF-328-2025)
• Resolution to extend agreement with Raftelis for customer information software consulting (AF-321-2025)
• Resolution awarding bid to GRC Civil Services, Inc. for Cattails at MeadowView Golf Course irrigation pump system replacement (AF-323-2025)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a budget adjustment ordinance for various funds in FY2026, passed on second reading with a roll call vote. They also approved a first-reading ordinance to rezone a portion of Tax Map 032, Parcel 112.20 along E. Stone Drive from A-1 Agricultural to B-3 Highway-Oriented Business District. Several resolutions were passed, including purchasing two 2026 Ford Mavericks, extending a contract with Raftelis, and awarding a bid for the Cattails at MeadowView Golf Course irrigation pump system replacement. The consent agenda, including a TDOT contract amendment for the Brickyard Park bridge and a Voya stop loss insurance renewal, was approved as presented.

• Approved FY2026 budget adjustment ordinance (Ordinance No. 7236) on second reading (5-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning along E. Stone Drive from A-1 to B-3 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two 2026 Ford Maverick AWD vehicles via TN State Contract (Resolution No. 2026-124) (5-0)
• Approved extension of agreement with Raftelis for customer information software support (Resolution No. 2026-125) (5-0)
• Awarded bid to GRC Civil Services, Inc. for irrigation pump system replacement at Cattails at MeadowView Golf Course (Resolution No. 2026-126) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including TDOT contract amendment for Brickyard Park bridge and Voya stop loss renewal (Resolutions No. 2026-127, 2026-128) (5-0)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss a comprehensive plan update presented by Kimley-Horn and a utilities and CIS update. They will also review the upcoming business meeting agenda and receive a projects status report. This is a discussion session, not a voting meeting.

• Comprehensive Plan Update by Winston Mitchell of Kimley-Horn
• Utilities & CIS Update by Niki Ensor and Floyd Bailey
• Review of Business Meeting Agenda
• Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session on December 1, 2025. No votes or formal decisions were recorded. The board received presentations on the Comprehensive Plan update, water utilities and CIS billing software updates, and reviewed the December 2, 2025 business meeting agenda without specific questions or concerns. The meeting adjourned at 6:11 p.m.

REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Regional Planning Commission will consider several rezoning requests, subdivision approvals, a by-laws amendment, and a text amendment on cryptocurrency mining and data centers. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings and handle consent items. Public comment is limited to five minutes per speaker.

• Rezoning of 3938 E. Stone Dr. from County A-1 to County B-4 (REZONE25-0276)
• Rezoning of 3938 E. Stone Drive from A-1 to B-3 (REZONE25-0267)
• Preliminary plat approval for Preston Ridge Subdivision (RESDEV25-0241)
• Final subdivision approval and two road frontage variances for Arch Street (MINSUB25-0274)
• Text amendment on cryptocurrency mining and data centers (ZTA25-0283)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a business meeting with several significant items, including final adoption of a landfill access annexation ordinance and a budget adjustment, first reading of another budget ordinance, and resolutions for various purchases and agreements. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with routine items and a public comment period.

• Final adoption of ordinance to annex, adopt plan of services, and assign zoning for Landfill Access Annexation (AF-279-2025)
• Budget Adjustment Ordinances for FY26 (AF-316-2025 first reading; AF-307-2025 final adoption)
• Resolution to purchase window security film for Civic Auditorium and Dobyns-Bennett Science & Technology Center (AF-300-2025)
• Resolution to award Bays Mountain Otter Habitat Project to BurWil Construction Company (AF-322-2025)
• Resolution to amend Downtown Kingsport Redevelopment District and approve TIF for Dobyns-Taylor Redevelopment Project (AF-296-2025)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved the annexation and rezoning of the Landfill Access Road property from county R-1 and M-1 to M-2 General Manufacturing, along with two budget adjustment ordinances. They also passed resolutions for window security film, a fire management truck, a materials agreement with Landstar LLC, the Bays Mountain otter habitat project, and several other items. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the Landstar agreement.

• Approved Ordinance 7234 annexing and rezoning Landfill Access Road to M-2 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 7235 budget adjustment for FY2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-108 for window security film purchase (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-109 for 2026 Ford F350 flatbed truck (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-110 for Landstar LLC materials agreement (unanimous, Cooper abstained)
• Approved Resolution 2026-111 awarding Bays Mountain otter habitat project to BurWil Construction (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-112 for financial contribution to Industrial Development Board for Dobyns-Taylor warehouse (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-113 for tax increment financing amendment for Dobyns-Taylor project (unanimous)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss a paving and roads update, review the upcoming business meeting agenda, and hear reports on sales tax and project statuses. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and review session.

• Paving & Roads Update presentation by Michael Thompson
• Sales Tax Report
• Projects Status Report
• Review of Business Meeting Agenda

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session with no recorded votes. Public Works Director Michael Thompson presented on current and upcoming city paving projects, excluding state highways. City staff summarized the November 18, 2025 agenda, with extended discussion on two Dobyns-Taylor Warehouse redevelopment items: a resolution for a financial contribution to the Industrial Development Board (AF-295-2025) and a resolution to amend the Downtown Kingsport Redevelopment District and approve tax increment financing (AF-296-2025). Economic Development Director Steven Bower described a proposed 60-room boutique hotel, a $10 million investment, and a 25-year TIF approved by the Kingsport Housing and Redevelopment Authority; the Sullivan County Commission was said to vote later that week. Mayor Montgomery asked to form a task force on Meadowview's long-term success, and the board expressed support.

• No votes or formal decisions recorded; work session only
• Paving and roads update presented by Public Works Director Michael Thompson (no action)
• Dobyns-Taylor financial contribution resolution (AF-295-2025) discussed; no action taken
• Dobyns-Taylor TIF and redevelopment district amendment (AF-296-2025) discussed; no action taken
• Mayor Montgomery asked to establish a Meadowview task force; board expressed support (no vote recorded)

HISTORIC ZONING COMMISSION MEETING

The Historic Zoning Commission will meet to consider two applications for changes to a property at 1358 Watauga Street, including a front entry redesign and a back patio enclosure. They will also give final approval to an update of the Historic Design Guidelines. Several in-house approvals for minor work at other properties are on the agenda, along with routine approval of minutes.

• 1358 Watauga Street – exterior front entry and sidelight design (HISTRC25-0262)
• 1358 Watauga Street – proposed addition enclosing the back patio (HISTRC25-0269)
• Final approval of Historic Design Guidelines update
• 200 W Church Circle – central handrails on rear stairway (HISTRC25-0268)
• 410 Shelby Street – facade paint update and new signage (HISTRC25-0272)

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on November 6, 2025, to consider three property variance requests relating to a storage building, an apartment and commercial development, and an accessory structure. The board will also vote on rescheduling the January 2026 meeting and approving the October 2, 2025 minutes.

• Case BZA25-0261: Request for a 114-foot rear yard deviation at 4512 Preston Drive to construct a storage building.
• Case BZA25-0265: Request for a 5-foot setback variance at 435 E. Main Street for a 32-unit apartment building and two commercial spaces.
• Case BZA25-0266: Request for a 381-square-foot variance at 381 Snapps Ferry Road to expand a detached garage and add a storage building.
• Reschedule the January 2026 BZA meeting to January 8, 2026.
• Approval of October 2, 2025 regular meeting minutes.

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will meet on November 4, 2025, to consider board appointments, public hearings on annexations, budget adjustments for fiscal year 2026, and various contracts and donations. Items include accepting a Lowe's donation to remodel Fire Station #4, accepting a property donation on McCoy Street for the greenbelt, and reviewing a Landfill Access Annexation.

• Public hearing and consideration of annexation and zoning for the Landfill Access Annexation (AF-279-2025)
• Consideration of a FY26 budget adjustment ordinance (AF-307-2025)
• Acceptance of a donation from Lowe's to remodel Fire Station #4 (AF-268-2025)
• Acceptance of property donation on McCoy Street from SchoolHouse, LLC for future greenbelt donation (AF-309-2025)
• Two $50,000 reimbursement grants from the State of Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging (AF-293-2025)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved the annexation of territory for landfill access and rezoned the property to a general manufacturing district. The board also approved several budget adjustments and various appointments to city commissions and boards.

• Approved Landfill Access Annexation and Plan of Services (All aye)
• Rezoned Landfill Access Road property to M-2 General Manufacturing District (All aye)
• Approved FY26 budget adjustment ordinance (All aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 7233 for FY2026 budget adjustments (Roll call vote)
• Approved monetary donation from Lowe's for Fire Station #4 remodel (All aye)
• Authorized purchase of Image Trend software for Fire Department (All aye)
• Authorized receipt of two $50,000 grants for senior centers (All aye)
• Accepted property donation from SchoolHouse, LLC for future Greenbelt (All aye)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss a joint session with the Board of Education regarding an update on Lynn Garden School. The agenda also includes a review of the upcoming business meeting agenda and a projects status report. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Joint session with Board of Education - Lynn Garden School update
• Review of business meeting agenda
• Projects status report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session with the Board of Education to discuss the Lynn Garden School project, including site plan options and design objectives. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was informational. The board also reviewed the upcoming business meeting agenda without specific discussion.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during work session
• Reviewed Lynn Garden School project update with BOE
• Reviewed November 4, 2025 business meeting agenda

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider final adoption of a local property tax relief program for the 2025 tax year. The meeting agenda also includes multiple budget adjustment ordinances, equipment purchases, and service agreements for city departments and schools.

• Ordinance for Local Jurisdiction Property Tax Relief Program (AF-257-2025)
• Budget adjustment ordinances for FY26 (AF-284-2025, AF-260-2025)
• Purchase of playground equipment for Jackson Elementary School (AF-282-2025)
• Agreement with AccuForce for temporary staffing for Kingsport City Schools (AF-275-2025)
• MOU with U.S. Secret Service for a Kingsport Police Department task force officer (AF-283-2025)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously passed Ordinance No. 7231 establishing a local property tax relief program for elderly low-income, totally and permanently disabled, disabled veteran, and widower of disabled veteran taxpayers, setting a fixed amount for tax roll year 2025. The board also approved two budget adjustment ordinances (AF-260-2025 and AF-284-2025) and 11 resolutions covering equipment purchases, grants, leases, and service agreements, all passed unanimously. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Ordinance No. 7231 establishing property tax relief program (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustment ordinance AF-284-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustment ordinance AF-260-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-085 to purchase CAT 265 compact track loader (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-086 to purchase 2024 Autocar with Labrie body (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-087 to purchase 2025 Freightliner (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-088 for state water infrastructure grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-094 for Secret Service task force officer MOU (unanimous)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss the UT Dental Clinic and disaster preparedness. The board will also review the upcoming business meeting agenda and receive reports on sales tax and project statuses.

• UT Dental Clinic discussion
• Disaster Preparedness presentation
• Sales Tax Report
• Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. They received presentations on the UT Dental Clinic's progress and regional disaster preparedness efforts, then reviewed the upcoming business meeting agenda without specific discussion. The meeting was adjourned after the reports.

• No formal decisions made during work session
• Heard UT Dental Clinic update: ~1,300 appointments, ~3,000 procedures
• Heard disaster preparedness presentation from fire, EMS, EMA, and lifeline crew chiefs

REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Regional Planning Commission will review and make recommendations on two county rezoning requests, consider actions related to Fieldcrest Acres Phase 1, and discuss a landfill access annexation. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a consent agenda.

• County rezoning at 479 New Summerville Rd from R-1 to R-2
• County rezoning at 1515 Bloomingdale Rd from R-1 to R-3A
• Accept reduced Irrevocable Letter of Credit for Fieldcrest Acres Phase 1
• Release Integrity Building Group, LLC from Irrevocable Letter of Credit for Fieldcrest Acres Phase 1
• Landfill Access Annexation recommendation to Board of Mayor and Aldermen

HISTORIC ZONING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Historic Zoning Commission will meet to consider an exterior facade color update for 133 Broad Street. The commission will also discuss potential updates to historic preservation design guidelines covering topics such as murals, pools, and security equipment.

• Exterior facade color update for 133 Broad Street (HISTRC25-0228)
• In-house approval for in-ground pool installation at 1358 Watauga Street
• Discussion on updates to Historic Preservation Design Guidelines

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will meet to consider several ordinances, including a rezoning request along Fairview Avenue, a local property tax relief program for tax roll year 2025, and various FY26 budget adjustments. The board will also vote on resolutions covering architectural services, equipment purchases, transportation planning, and a PILOT agreement with Maple Oak Apartments LP.

• Public hearing and ordinance to amend zoning of Tax Map 045E, Parcels 01.00, 00.26, and 00.27 along Fairview Avenue from R-1C to B-3
• Ordinance to establish a Local Jurisdiction Property Tax Relief Program for Tax Roll Year 2025
• Budget Adjustment Ordinance for various funds in FY26
• Resolution for a Payment in Lieu of Tax (PILOT) Agreement with Maple Oak Apartments LP
• Resolution to purchase one 2025 Pierce Enforcer Pumper Truck utilizing Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Agreement

The Board approved a property tax relief program for elderly, disabled, and veteran taxpayers for the 2025 tax year. They also passed several budget amendments, authorized various infrastructure and service contracts, and approved a PILOT agreement for a multifamily housing project. A zoning ordinance for the Bancroft Chapel annexation was also finalized.

• Approved 2025 property tax relief program (6-0)
• Approved FY26 budget adjustment ordinances (6-0)
• Approved Bancroft Chapel annexation zoning (6-0)
• Approved Nature Center renovation engineering contract (6-0)
• Approved mowing and trimming service renewals (6-0)
• Approved lift station replacement project (6-0)
• Approved PILOT agreement for Maple Oak Apartments LP (6-0)
• Approved K-Play Sports Council donation for Riverwalk Park (6-0)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss updates on the Justice Center/Old City Hall and MeadowView projects. They will also review the upcoming business meeting agenda and receive reports on sales tax and project statuses. No formal votes are scheduled.

• Justice Center / Old City Hall update
• MeadowView update
• Sales Tax Report
• Projects Status Report

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session on October 6, 2025, to discuss updates on the Justice Center and MeadowView property, alongside a review of the upcoming October 7, 2025 business meeting agenda items. The minutes record discussion items and agenda reviews only, with no substantive decisions, votes, or formal actions taken.

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a 99.98 square foot variance for a wall sign at the Dutch Bros Coffee Shop located at 1501 E. Stone Drive. The board will also vote on the approval of the minutes from the September 4, 2025, meeting.

• Public hearing for a 99.98 square foot sign variance at 1501 E. Stone Drive
• Approval of September 4, 2025, meeting minutes

GATEWAY REVIEW COMMISSION MEETING

The Gateway Review Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily to review the grading, site, landscape, architectural, signage, lighting, and utility plans for a project at 117 Regional Park Dr. The commission will also approve the August 2025 meeting minutes and take public comment.

• Review of grading, site, landscape, architectural, signage, lighting, and utility plans for 117 Regional Park Dr. (GATEWY25-0239)
• Approval of August 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Public comment period for issue-oriented items

REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Regional Planning Commission will review two rezoning requests and make recommendations. The first is for a property on Fairview Avenue to change from R-1C to B-3, and the second is for a property at 5593 HWY 126 to change from County R-1 to County A-1. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a consent agenda.

• Fairview Avenue Rezoning (REZONE25-0208): request to rezone from R-1C to B-3
• 5593 HWY 126 County Rezoning (REZONE25-0222): request to rezone from County R-1 to County A-1
• Approval of August 18, 2025 work session minutes
• Approval of August 21, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Approved Subdivisions under Other Business

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will conduct public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including budget adjustments for the school system and city funds. The meeting also includes final votes on zoning amendments, infrastructure projects, and various service contracts.

• Public hearing on Bancroft Chapel annexation and zoning
• Budget adjustment for Washington Elementary School HVAC replacement
• Awarding bid to S.B. White Company, Inc. for Washington Elementary HVAC project
• Purchase of furnishings and storage for the Justice Center addition
• Agreement with TDOT for the Pedestrian Bridge Project

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved the Bancroft Chapel annexation, a plan of services, a developer agreement with Michael Bare for sewer infrastructure, and a rezoning of the property from county R-1 to city R-1C. The board also passed several budget amendments, including funding for the Washington Elementary HVAC replacement, and approved numerous resolutions for purchases, agreements, and grants. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Bancroft Chapel annexation and plan of services (unanimous)
• Approved developer agreement with Michael Bare for sewer infrastructure at Bancroft Chapel Road (unanimous)
• Rezoned Bancroft Chapel Road property from county R-1 to R-1C (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 school general purpose fund budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 various funds budget adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning along Blakley Drive from R-1B to A-1 (unanimous)
• Approved adding religious assembly as principal use in M-1, M-1R, MX districts (unanimous)
• Approved TDOT agreement for downtown pedestrian bridge (unanimous)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a work session on September 15, 2025, to discuss updates on the KEDB and Networks, review the FY25 financial status, and examine project status reports. The board will also review the upcoming business meeting agenda.

• KEDB / Networks Update with Craig Denison and Clay Walker
• FY25 Financial Update with Travis Bishop
• Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session with no formal votes. They received updates on economic development projects, including land acquisition for Project Rocks and the IMAX groundbreaking, and a financial update covering multiple funds. The board discussed the Bancroft Chapel annexation and zoning amendment, noting a $375,000 sewer extension cost and a developer agreement to build 40 homes in five years. No decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during work session
• Discussed Bancroft Chapel annexation and zoning amendment (AF-262-2025)
• Heard economic development update including Project Rocks land acquisition and IMAX groundbreaking
• Received FY25 financial update covering general fund, debt service, and health insurance funds
• Discussed Tennessee Property Tax Relief program and potential $40 match at $42,000 cost
• Board requested more housing/census data for October work session

HISTORIC ZONING COMMISSION MEETING

The commission will meet to review a request for a new freestanding sign at 2144 Netherland Inn Road. Members will also review in-house approvals for projects at 244 E. Main Street and 2016 Netherland Inn Road, and discuss updates to the Historic Preservation Design Guidelines.

• New freestanding sign at 2144 Netherland Inn Road
• Addition of a smoker room at 244 E. Main Street
• Construction of a retaining wall at 2016 Netherland Inn Road
• Discussion on Historic Preservation Design Guidelines updates

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two requests: a special exception for a private recreation area at 300 Blakley Drive and a variance to allow a larger accessory structure at 410 W. Carters Valley Road. The board will also approve minutes from the August 7 meeting and set the next application deadline.

• Special exception request for private recreation area at 300 Blakley Drive (BZA25-0204)
• Variance request for 1,150 sq ft accessory structure at 410 W. Carters Valley Road (BZA25-0218)
• Approval of August 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Next application deadline: September 15, 2025 at noon

GATEWAY REVIEW COMMISSION MEETING

The Gateway Review Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily to review the development plans for 145 Breckenridge Trace, including grading, site, landscape, architectural, signage, lighting, utilities, and parking. The commission will also approve the July 2025 meeting minutes. Public comment is allowed on agenda items.

• Review of grading, site, landscape, architectural, signage, lighting, utilities, and parking plans for 145 Breckenridge Trace (GATEWY24-0242)
• Approval of July 2025 regular meeting minutes

CALLED HISTORIC ZONING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Historic Zoning Commission is holding a called meeting on August 21, 2025, at City Hall. The commission will consider approval of the agenda, minutes, old business, and new business. The sole substantive agenda item is a request for the installation of an in-ground pool at 1204 Watauga Street.

• Consideration of an in-ground pool at 1204 Watauga Street (HISTRC25-0212)

REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Regional Planning Commission will meet on August 21, 2025, to address bond extensions and subdivision plat approvals. The agenda includes consent items for Arbor Townhomes and Fieldcrest Acres Phase 1, as well as a request for preliminary plat approval for Fieldcrest Acres Phase 2.

• One-year performance bond extension for Arbor Townhomes
• One-year surety bond extension for Arbor Townhomes
• Reduced Irrevocable Letter of Credit for Fieldcrest Acres Phase 1
• Release of Integrity Building Group, LLC from Irrevocable Letter of Credit
• Preliminary plat approval for Fieldcrest Acres Phase 2

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a business meeting with public hearings on two zoning amendments, several budget adjustment ordinances, and a resolution to reimburse Brickyard TN LLC for Brickyard Village Phase I. They will also consider contracts for software, a horizontal drill, and a Grace AI pilot for customer service, plus a park renaming and other items.

• Public hearing on rezoning Blakley Drive parcels from R-1B to A-1
• Public hearing on adding religious assembly as principal use in M-1, M-1R, MX districts
• Budget adjustments for FY25 and FY26 various funds
• Resolution to reimburse Brickyard TN LLC for Brickyard Village Phase I
• Resolution to purchase Ditch Witch JT5 horizontal drill via Sourcewell

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved all items on the agenda, including several budget adjustment ordinances for FY2025 and FY2026, zoning changes, and various resolutions. All votes were unanimous with all members present voting 'aye'.

• Approved rezoning along Blakley Drive from R-1B to A-1 (unanimous)
• Approved adding religious assembly as principal use in M-1, M-1R, MX districts (unanimous)
• Approved FY25 budget adjustment ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 General Projects-Special Revenue Fund budget adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 School General Purpose and General Projects Fund budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 School Special Projects Fund budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved final adoption of FY25 and FY26 budget adjustment ordinances (roll call, unanimous)
• Approved resolutions for Brickyard reimbursement, Ditch Witch drill purchase, Esri software, Hansen Banner AI pilot, park renaming, bid rejection, and sculpture donation (all unanimous)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a work session on August 18, 2025, to discuss city business. The agenda includes a presentation from Domtar and a review of the upcoming business meeting agenda. The board will also receive reports on sales tax and the status of city projects.

• Discussion with Domtar representative Charlie Floyd
• Review of Sales Tax Report
• Review of Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session with no formal votes. They heard a presentation from Domtar on the anaerobic digester installation at the Kingsport Mill, including timeline and environmental efforts. Staff reviewed the upcoming business meeting agenda, including a rezoning along Blakley Drive and a resolution to rename Riverview Park. The mayor also requested staff evaluate the senior tax relief program.

• No formal decisions made; work session only
• Heard Domtar presentation on Project Bandit anaerobic digester
• Reviewed rezoning ordinance for Blakley Drive parcels (AF-227-2025)
• Reviewed ordinance to add religious assembly as principal use in M-1, M-1R, MX districts (AF-231-2025)
• Reviewed resolution for Grace Al Pilot Solution for customer service (AF-236-2025)
• Reviewed resolution to rename Riverview Park to Jack Pierce, Sr. Park at Riverview (AF-240-2025)
• Mayor requested staff evaluate senior tax relief program

HISTORIC ZONING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Historic Zoning Commission will meet to review five applications for exterior changes to historic buildings, including window replacements, storefront installations, and a garage-to-living-space conversion. The commission will also approve minutes, hold elections for chairman and vice-chairman, and discuss term realignment and signage.

• 143/147/151 Broad Street: revise exterior with historically inspired windows (HISTRC25-0177)
• 244 E. Main Street: exterior façade enhancements and signage (HISTRC25-0179)
• 152-158 Broad Street: install new storefronts and update exterior (HISTRC25-0188)
• 1253 Watauga Street: convert garage into living space (HISTRC25-0197)
• In-house approvals: 1244 Watauga Street re-roofing, 135 W. Main Street landscaping/signage

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three cases, including a special exception request for a medical spa on E. Stone Drive and variance requests for accessory and attached garages on Sasanoa Court and Timberlake Lane. The board will also discuss meeting minutes and new training requirements under SB 0365/HB 0317.

• Special exception request for a new medical spa at 224 E. Stone Drive (Case BZA25-0184)
• Variance request for a 1,200-square-foot accessory structure at 219 Sasanoa Court (Case BZA25-0189)
• Front yard variance request for an attached garage at 4507 Timberlake Lane (Case BZA25-0190)
• Discussion of new BZA training requirements regarding property and constitutional rights (SB 0365/HB 0317)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss a library update, a projects status report, and a sales tax report. The agenda also includes a review of the upcoming business meeting agenda. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Library update presented by Michael Borders
• Projects status report
• Sales tax report
• Review of business meeting agenda

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session to discuss a library renovation update, a projects status report, the upcoming business meeting agenda, and a sales tax report. No formal votes or binding decisions were made during this work session.

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a business meeting with public comment, appointments, and votes on several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include budget adjustments for FY25 and FY26, a zoning change along Tyson Lane, and multiple contracts for construction, resurfacing, and services.

• Budget Adjustment Ordinances for FY25 and FY26 (AF-222-2025, AF-223-2025, AF-176-2025)
• Zoning change for Tax Map 046B, Parcel 013.00 and part of 012.00 along Tyson Lane from R-1B to P1
• Award bid to Thomas Construction Company Inc. for 2025 Area 17 Contracted Concrete Phase 4 (AF-192-2025)
• Award bid for Kingsport Public Library repairs to BurWil Construction, Inc. (AF-218-2025)
• Resolution to purchase one 2023 AutoCar ACX64 with New Way Body (AF-214-2025)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved several ordinances and resolutions, including budget adjustments for FY25 and FY26, a rezoning along Tyson Lane, and amendments to the zoning code. They also awarded contracts for paving, library renovations, and rock salt, and approved agreements for sewer analysis, road resurfacing, and a traffic analytics platform. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved FY25 budget adjustment ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 budget adjustment ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Tyson Lane parcels from R-1B to P1 (unanimous)
• Approved zoning text amendment for Board of Zoning Appeals membership (unanimous)
• Approved CDM Smith forcemain surge analysis agreement (unanimous)
• Awarded paving bid to Thomas Construction for Area 17 Phase 4 (unanimous)
• Awarded library repairs bid to BurWil Construction (unanimous)
• Awarded rock salt bid to Compass Minerals America (unanimous)

GATEWAY REVIEW COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Gateway Review Commission is scheduled to meet on Friday, July 18, 2025, at City Hall. The commission will consider site and architectural plans for 1510 South Wilcox Dr. and additions for 100 Breckenridge Trace. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the June 2025 regular meeting.

• Site Plan and Architectural Plans for 1510 South Wilcox Dr. (GATEWY25-0175)
• Additions for 100 Breckenridge Trace (GATEWY25-0110)
• Approval of June 2025 regular meeting minutes

REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Regional Planning Commission will consider several rezoning requests, an annexation, and multiple subdivision plats and bonds. They will also vote on a zoning text amendment and conduct officer elections. Public comment is allowed.

• Blakley Drive rezoning from R-1B to A-1 (REZONE25-0149)
• 5562 Highway 126 county rezoning from R-1 to A-1 (REZONE25-0165)
• Bancroft Chapel Annexation (ANNEX24-0278)
• Brickyard Village Phase 1B Final Plat and related bonds (PD25-0170)
• Fieldcrest Acres Phase 1 Final Plat and related bonds (PD25-0125)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a business meeting with public hearings on a zoning change along Tyson Lane and zoning text amendments, plus a budget adjustment. They will also vote on final adoption of the FY 2025-2026 property tax rates and a budget adjustment ordinance. Other business includes multiple resolutions for paving, waterline, sewer, and software contracts.

• Public hearing on rezoning Tyson Lane parcels from R-1B to P1 (AF-177-2025)
• Final adoption of property tax rates for FY 2025-2026 (AF-168-2025)
• Budget adjustment ordinance for various funds (AF-176-2025, AF-169-2025)
• Award bid to Summers-Taylor, Inc. for 2025 Contracted Paving Airport Parkway (AF-197-2025)
• Award bid to GRC Civil Services for waterline extension on Lynn Road (AF-202-2025)

The Board approved the property tax rates for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and rezoned a portion of Tyson Lane from residential to professional offices. Several infrastructure bids were awarded, including paving for Airport Parkway and a waterline extension on Lynn Road. The Board also appointed four members to the Regional Planning Commission.

• Set property tax rates for FY 2025-2026 (6-1)
• Rezoned Tyson Lane from R-1 B Residential to P-1 Professional Offices (All aye)
• Awarded Airport Parkway resurfacing bid to Summers-Taylor, Inc. (All aye)
• Awarded Lynn Road waterline extension bid to GRC Civil Services, Inc. (All aye)
• Awarded Fieldcrest Annexation sanitary sewer extension bid to East Tennessee Turf and Landscape (All aye)
• Appointed BJ Walsh, Sharon Duncan, Tim Lorimer, and Curtis Montgomery to Regional Planning Commission
• Approved purchase of one Vogele Super 2003-3i paver for Public Works (All aye)
• Amended zoning text regarding Board of Zoning Appeals membership and terms (All aye)

HISTORIC ZONING COMMISSION MEETING

The Historic Zoning Commission will meet to consider old and new business, including a demolition-by-neglect case at 217 W. Wanola Ave and window replacement requests at 242 E. Main Street and 209/213 W. Sullivan Street. The agenda also includes several in-house approvals for repainting, roofing, landscaping, and other exterior changes, plus officer elections and public comment.

• 217 W. Wanola Ave - Demolition by Neglect (HISTRC25-0082)
• 242 E. Main Street - Replace second-floor windows and install sign (HISTRC25-0162)
• 209/213 W. Sullivan Street - Window Replacement (HISTRC25-0164)
• 200 W. Church Circle - Replace roof on gym with shingles (HISTRC25-0105)
• 152-158 Broad Street - Remove paint, tuck, and remove colored siding (HISTRC25-0145)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss facade grants and Fun Fest, and to review the upcoming business meeting agenda. The agenda is largely procedural, with these two discussion items being the only substantive topics.

• Discussion of Facade Grants
• Discussion of Fun Fest
• Review of Business Meeting Agenda
• Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session with no formal votes. They heard presentations on downtown facade grants and the 45th Fun Fest, and reviewed the July 15 business meeting agenda, including waterline and sewer extension bids. No decisions were made during the session.

• No formal decisions made; work session only

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three variance requests: two for wall sign allowances (Premier Transport and Bays Mountain Brewing Company) and one for a rear yard setback to build a home addition. The board will also consider approving the June 5, 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting is open to the public.

• Variance for 17.6 sq ft wall sign at 100 Breckenridge Trace (Premier Transport)
• Variance for 50 sq ft wall sign at 154 Commerce Street (Bays Mountain Brewing Company)
• Variance for 3.9-foot rear yard at 2217 Silverdale Road (home addition)
• Approval of June 5, 2025 meeting minutes

GATEWAY REVIEW COMMISSION MEETING

The Gateway Review Commission will meet to review five development applications, covering site plans, grading, landscaping, architectural design, and lighting/utilities. The agenda also includes approval of the April 2025 meeting minutes and public comment.

• 1224 Stewball Circle (GATEWY25-0124) - site, grading, landscape, architectural, lighting/utilities
• 100 Breckenridge Trace (GATEWY25-0110) - site, grading, landscape, architectural, lighting/utilities
• 1901 Meadowview Parkway (GATEWY25-0141) - architectural design only
• 2021 Meadowview Lane (GATEWY25-0143) - site, grading/drainage, landscape, architectural
• South Wilcox Drive (GATEWY25-0130) - site, grading/drainage, landscape, architectural, lighting/utilities

REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Regional Planning Commission will review several rezoning requests, development plans, and subdivision approvals. Notable items include a rezoning on Green Lake Drive, a new Taco Bell, and an Eastman Credit Union parking lot expansion. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and consent items.

• Rezoning 1624 Green Lake Drive from B-3 to R-1
• Rezoning Tyson Lane from R-1B to P-1
• Preliminary plan for new Taco Bell at 1224 Stewball Circle
• Expansion of Eastman Credit Union parking lot at 2021 Meadowview Lane
• Final plat and bonds for Fieldcrest Acres Phase 1

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing on the proposed property tax rate for FY 2025-2026 and consider a budget adjustment ordinance. They will also vote on final adoption of the general, water, sewer, and other fund budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. Several resolutions and consent agenda items are scheduled, including fee changes and grant agreements.

• Public hearing on ordinance to set property tax rates for FY 2025-2026 (AF-168-2025)
• Final adoption of FY 2025-2026 budget ordinances for general, water, sewer, and grant funds (AF-155-2025 through AF-161-2025)
• Consideration to amend fee resolution for FY 2026 fees and charges (AF-140-2025)
• Resolution to authorize SAFER grant application from U.S. Department of Homeland Security (AF-170-2025)
• Resolutions related to materials agreements with Landstar LLC for Riverbend Townhomes development (AF-165-2025, AF-167-2025)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen adopted the FY 2025-2026 budget and set the property tax rate, with Alderman Baker voting against both. The board also approved the water, sewer, and various grant fund budgets, along with several resolutions including a SAFER grant application for the fire department and materials agreements for the Riverbend Townhomes development. All other items on the agenda were approved unanimously or with noted abstentions.

• Adopted FY 2025-2026 budget (Ordinance 7208) (6-1, Baker nay)
• Set FY 2025-2026 property tax rates (6-1, Baker nay)
• Adopted FY 2025-2026 water budget (Ordinance 7209) (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2025-2026 sewer budget (Ordinance 7210) (unanimous)
• Approved SAFER grant application resolution for fire department (unanimous)
• Approved Riverbend Townhomes Phase 1 reimbursement (unanimous, Cooper abstained)
• Approved Riverbend Townhomes Phase 2 materials agreement (unanimous, Cooper abstained)
• Appointed Chris McCartt to Tri-Cities Airport Authority (unanimous)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a work session on June 16, 2025, at City Hall. The agenda includes a discussion item on a KEDB and NETWORKS update from Craig Denison and Clay Walker, along with a review of the business meeting agenda and reports on sales tax and project status.

• KEDB / NETWORKS Update by Craig Denison and Clay Walker
• Sales Tax Report
• Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session on June 16, 2025, with no substantive decisions or votes recorded. Members heard a KEDB/Networks economic development update, including facade redevelopment grants to downtown businesses and discussion of industrial park properties. City staff summarized items on the June 17, 2025 business meeting agenda, including the FY 2025-2026 property tax rate ordinance, FY 2026 fee resolution amendments, and a CDBG subrecipient agreement resolution. The meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider requests for special exceptions, multiple lot size and yard variances, and a wall sign variance. Cases include requests for an educational group, replatting six houses to obtain individual deeds, a restaurant wall sign variance, and an in-home childcare center. The board will also review the minutes from the May 1, 2025 meeting.

• Case BZA25-0101: Special exception for an educational group at 1383 Dewey Avenue
• Case BZA25-0113: Multiple lot size and yard variances for properties on Virgil Avenue, Fairway Avenue, and Glen Avenue to replat six houses
• Case BZA25-0127: 45.62 square foot wall sign variance for Eggs Up Grill at 2003 N. Eastman Road Suite 210
• Case BZA25-0132: Special exception for an in-home childcare center at 2112 Eastwood Avenue

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to adopt the FY 2025-2026 city, water, and sewer budgets. The board will also consider various grant fund budgets, budget adjustments, school budget amendments, and resolutions involving playground equipment, an annual financial audit, and facility renovations.

• Public hearing and ordinance to adopt the FY 2025-2026 Budget (AF-155-2025)
• Public hearing and ordinance to adopt the FY 2025-2026 Water Budget (AF-156-2025)
• Public hearing and ordinance to adopt the FY 2025-2026 Sewer Budget (AF-157-2025)
• Purchase playground equipment from Playworld for Washington Elementary School (AF-104-2025)
• Contract engagement with Brown, Edwards, and Company, LLP to audit city financial statements (AF-154-2025)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen adopted the FY 2025-2026 general fund budget (AF-155-2025) with a tax increase, passing 6-1 with Alderman Baker voting nay. All other budget ordinances, including water, sewer, and various grant fund budgets, were approved unanimously. The board also approved several resolutions, including playground equipment for Washington Elementary School and an audit services contract.

• Adopted FY 2025-2026 budget with tax increase (6-1, Baker nay)
• Adopted FY 2025-2026 water budget (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2025-2026 sewer budget (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2025-2026 Metropolitan Planning Project Grant Fund budget (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2025-2026 Community Development Block Grant Fund budget (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to purchase playground equipment from Playworld for Washington Elementary (unanimous)
• Approved resolution engaging Brown, Edwards, and Company for FY2025 audit (unanimous)
• Approved change order for Allandale Mansion exterior facade renovations (unanimous)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session on June 2, 2025, at City Hall to discuss items and review a business meeting agenda. The session includes discussion items, a Sales Tax Report, and a Projects Status Report.

• Sales Tax Report
• Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session to discuss the budget, tax rate, and items on the upcoming June 3 business meeting agenda. No formal votes were taken; the session was for discussion and review. The tax rate first reading is scheduled for the second meeting in June, with final approval in July.

• Discussed tax rate status; first reading set for second June meeting, final approval in July
• Reviewed playground equipment purchase for Washington Elementary using Sourcewell contract
• Reviewed audit contract with Brown, Edwards, and Company for FY 2025-2027
• Reviewed amendment to Barge Design Solutions agreement for South Fork Holston water quality assessment
• Mayor proposed forming a committee to research creating a museum in Kingsport, with no city funding

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning change for properties on Cooks Valley Road, along with several FY 2025 budget amendments for school funds. The board will also vote on resolutions for the West End Greenbelt Extension, an HVAC replacement at Washington Elementary School, and various purchases and contracts. Public comment is allowed on agenda items and during the public hearing.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment for Tax Map 062, Parcels 03.00 and 03.50 along Cooks Valley Road from R-1B to PD
• Ordinances to amend FY 2025 General Purpose School Fund, School Nutrition Services Fund, and School Federal Projects Fund budgets
• Resolution to amend TDOT agreement for West End Greenbelt Extension
• Resolution awarding architectural/engineering services for Washington Elementary School HVAC replacement to Holston Engineering
• Resolution to apply for Clean Water Revolving Loan for Reedy Creek Trunkline Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project (Lovedale to Clinchfield)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen adopted the city's 2025 Strategic Plan and approved several ordinances to amend FY 2025 school fund budgets. The board also authorized various equipment purchases, facility repairs, and a loan application for sewer improvements.

• Adopted the 2025 Strategic Plan (All present voting 'aye')
• Approved amendments to FY 2025 General Purpose School, General Projects, School Nutrition Services, School Federal Projects, and School Special Projects fund budgets (All present voting 'aye')
• Authorized a Clean Water Revolving Loan application for the Reedy Creek Trunkline Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project (All present voting 'aye')
• Approved architectural and engineering services for Washington Elementary School HVAC replacement with Holston Engineering (All present voting 'aye')
• Approved purchase of one 2025 F-550 bucket truck from Lonnie Cobb Ford (All present voting 'aye')
• Renewed fuel bids with Petroleum Traders Corporation and propane bids with Blossman Gas (All present voting 'aye')
• Appointed Theresa Ann Fanning to the Neighborhood Advisory Commission (All present voting 'aye')
• Approved TDOT agreement amendment to extend the West End Greenbelt Extension project deadline (All present voting 'aye')

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss the Sullivan County property appraisal and a follow-up on the FY26 budget presentation. The agenda also includes a review of the upcoming business meeting agenda and reports on sales tax and project statuses.

• Sullivan County Property Appraisal discussion
• FY26 Budget Presentation follow-up
• Sales Tax Report
• Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session to discuss the Sullivan County Property Appraisal and the FY26 Budget. Staff presented details on several agenda items for the upcoming May 20 business meeting, including a rezoning request for Cooks Valley Road and a TDOT agreement amendment. No final votes or formal resolutions were recorded in these minutes.

• Discussed FY26 Budget presentation and property tax rate implications
• Reviewed negative Planning Commission recommendation for Cooks Valley Road rezoning (AF-140-2025)
• Reviewed resolution to amend TDOT Agreement for West End Greenbelt Extension (AF-141-2025)
• Reviewed resolution to apply for Clean Water Revolving Loan for Reedy Creek Trunkline project (AF-145-2025)
• Reviewed resolution to purchase golf equipment for Cattails from STI (AF-100-2025)
• Reviewed resolution to initiate transfer of former KATS facilities (AF-148-2025)
• Reviewed resolution adopting the 2025 Strategic Plan (AF-144-2025)
• Reviewed resolution accepting donation from Friends of Allandale for balustrade replacement (AF-147-2025)

REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Regional Planning Commission will consider several development items, including contingent approval for The Arbor Phase 2 preliminary plat, a zoning development plan for Eastman Credit Union's parking lot expansion, and a master plan for a new Premier Transportation facility. They will also vote on a zoning text amendment recommendation and a one-year extension for Granby Place. Public comment is allowed.

• Granby Place ILOC Extension (2021-201-00008) - one-year extension request
• The Arbor Phase 2 Preliminary Development Plan (PD25-0025) - contingent approval request
• 1510 South Wilcox Dr. Zoning Development Plan (COMDEV25-0097) - Eastman Credit Union Support Center parking lot expansion
• 100 Breckenridge Trace Master Plan (COMDEV25-0109) - new Premier Transportation facility
• Board of Zoning Appeals Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA25-0117) - positive recommendation request

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss the FY26 budget, specifically focusing on utilities and schools. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and the meeting is otherwise limited to procedural items.

• Discussion of FY26 Budget for Utilities
• Discussion of FY26 Budget for Schools

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session on the FY26 budget, with presentations on utilities and schools. Deputy City Manager Ryan McReynolds discussed utility revenue pressure, regulatory risks, aging infrastructure, and master plans for water, wastewater, and stormwater, including required rate increases. CFO David Frye presented the school budget, which the Board of Education approved earlier that week, and noted a requested one-million-dollar increase. Alderman Baker expressed concerns and hesitations about passing the budget as it stands; no budget vote was recorded and the meeting adjourned with no other matters discussed.

• No substantive decisions recorded; work session discussion only
• School budget presented after Board of Education approval earlier in the week
• Alderman Baker expressed concerns and hesitations about passing the budget as it stands

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a work session on May 12, 2025, to discuss the FY26 Budget. The meeting is scheduled for 2:00 PM at City Hall.

• Discussion of the FY26 Budget

The Board held a work session to review the FY26 budget process and priorities. City officials presented a required balanced budget featuring operational cuts and a recommended budget requiring $11.5 million in new revenue. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will meet on May 6, 2025, to consider a final adoption budget ordinance for FY25 and various other business matters. The agenda includes resolutions for renaming Jonathan Way to Black Olive Drive, awarding bids for FY26 supplies like asphalt and concrete, purchasing state contract vehicles, and executing agreements with TDOT and Eastman Chemical Company.

• Consideration of a Budget Ordinance for Various Funds FY25 (AF-95-2025)
• Resolution to Rename the Private Street “Jonathan Way” to “Black Olive Drive” (AF-115-2025)
• Resolution to Purchase Thirteen (13) 2025 Police Interceptor Utility AWD from TN State Contract # 84711 (AF-113-2025)
• Resolution to Lease Property at Bays Mountain Park to Eastman Chemical Company (AF-98-2025)
• Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Execute Two Contracts Between the City of Kingsport and the Tennessee Department of Transportation (AF-103-2025)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen passed a budget ordinance amending various fund budgets for FY25 (Ordinance No. 7202) on second reading. They also approved 17 resolutions, including awarding bids for asphalt, concrete, crushed stone, tire recapping, and truck hauling, purchasing vehicles, and authorizing condemnation proceedings for two sewer projects. All items passed with unanimous votes except one abstention on the sculpture acceptance.

• Approved FY25 budget amendment ordinance (Ordinance No. 7202) on second reading
• Approved renaming private street Jonathan Way to Black Olive Drive (Resolution 2025-214)
• Awarded asphalt bid to U.S. Home Solutions, Fuller Asphalt, W-L Construction, Summers-Taylor (Resolution 2025-215)
• Awarded concrete bid to SRM Concrete, Ready Mix USA, Summers Taylor (Resolution 2025-216)
• Awarded crushed stone bid to Vulcan, Icon Environmental, Glass Machinery, U.S. Home Solutions (Resolution 2025-217)
• Authorized condemnation for Fieldcrest Annexation Sanitary Sewer Project (Resolution 2025-229)
• Authorized condemnation for Reedy Creek Trunk Line Project (Resolution 2025-230)
• Approved lease with Eastman Chemical for Bays Mountain tower site (Resolution 2025-224)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen meets to discuss Sullivan County Property Appraisal and Kingsport City Schools Capital and MOE. The board will also review the business meeting agenda and receive reports on sales tax and project status.

• Sullivan County Property Appraisal presentation by Donna Whitaker
• Kingsport City Schools Capital and MOE presentation by Dr. Hampton
• Sales Tax Report
• Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session with no formal votes. Kingsport City Schools Superintendent Dr. Hampton presented on academic achievements, capital projects, and budget challenges, including a $3.8 million impact from a 2023 county tax decision. A scheduled presentation on Sullivan County property appraisal was postponed because the speaker could not attend. The board reviewed the upcoming business meeting agenda without specific discussion.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during work session
• Sullivan County property appraisal presentation postponed (speaker unavailable)
• Reviewed May 6, 2025 business meeting agenda without specific questions

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a property at 1005 Yadkin Street to allow a 12-foot 4-inch front porch projection, exceeding the 8-foot maximum. The board will also consider revisions to its by-laws and approve the minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on variance BZA25-0100 for 1005 Yadkin Street (R-1B zoning)
• Request to exceed front porch projection limit from 8 ft to 12 ft 4 in
• Board of Zoning Appeals By-Laws Revisions
• Approval of April 3, 2025 meeting minutes

GATEWAY REVIEW COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Gateway Review Commission will meet on April 25, 2025, to consider a site plan, grading plan, landscape plan, architectural design, and lighting and utilities for 2100 Enterprise Place. The commission will also review a grading plan for Commerce Park Place and approve minutes from the March 2025 meeting.

• Site plan, grading plan, landscape plan, architectural design, and lighting & utilities for 2100 Enterprise Place (GATEWY25-0083)
• Grading plan for Commerce Park Place (GATEWY25-0090)
• Approval of March 2025 regular meeting minutes

REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Regional Planning Commission will consider several rezoning requests, preliminary development plans, and a final plat, along with declaring Rotary Park surplus. The meeting includes consent items, unfinished business, and new business, with public comment allowed.

• Cooks Valley Road rezoning from R-1B to PD and Future Land Use Plan amendment for multifamily
• 1111 Kinzer Lane county rezoning request to Sullivan County
• Airport Parkway Residential Planned Development preliminary plat approval
• 2100 Enterprise Place preliminary zoning for a new hotel
• 730 Boone St. (Rotary Park) declared surplus property

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a business meeting with public hearings on the 2025-2026 CDBG Five-Year Consolidated Plan and a budget adjustment ordinance for FY2025. They will also consider final adoption of a budget ordinance, several resolutions including an interlocal agreement with Mt. Carmel for garbage collection, and various other items. Appointments to multiple boards are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on 2025-2026 CDBG Five-Year Consolidated Plan (AF 93-2025)
• Budget Adjustment Ordinance for Various Funds FY2025 (AF-95-2025)
• Budget Ordinance for Various Funds FY25 final adoption (AF-82-2025)
• Interlocal agreement with Town of Mt. Carmel for residential automated garbage collection (AF-89-2025)
• Purchase of property on Netherland Inn Road (AF-99-2025)

The Board approved the 2025-2026 CDBG Annual Action Plan and Five-Year Consolidated Plan. Members also authorized several interlocal and service agreements, including garbage collection for Mt. Carmel and a data storage contract with Nfina Technologies.

• Approved 2025-2026 CDBG Annual Action Plan and Five-Year Consolidated Plan
• Approved budget adjustments for various funds for FY2025
• Authorized garbage collection agreement with Town of Mt. Carmel
• Renewed contract with Icon Environmental, LLC for construction & demolition landfill
• Approved $250,000 donation from Bays Mountain Park Association for Fox Den Playground
• Approved purchase of real property at Netherland Inn Road
• Rejected all proposals for Cattails golf equipment
• Authorized data management and storage agreements with Nfina Technologies, Inc.

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss two items: a financial information system and a pay study. They will also review the agenda for the upcoming business meeting and receive a projects status report. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Financial Information System discussion led by Floyd Bailey
• Pay Study discussion led by Tyra Copas
• Review of Business Meeting Agenda
• Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed replacing the city's legacy management software by January 2026, a comprehensive salary and benefits study, and reviewed items on the April 15 agenda, including a CDBG plan, a proposal to reject golf equipment bids, and a NFL FLAG Football league agreement.

• No formal decisions made; items were discussed only
• Reviewed Financial Information System replacement plan (target January 2026)
• Reviewed pay study findings and cost-of-living considerations
• Discussed 2025-2026 CDBG Five-Year Consolidated Plan (AF 93-2025)
• Discussed resolution to reject golf equipment proposals for Cattails (AF 100-2025)
• Discussed agreement with RCX Sports for NFL FLAG Football League (AF 101-2025)

HISTORIC ZONING COMMISSION MEETING

The Historic Zoning Commission will meet to consider several items, including a demolition and new townhome construction at 2016 Netherland Inn Road, a nomination for the National Register at 134 W. Center Street, a historic sign placement review, and a demolition-by-neglect case at 217 W. Wanola Ave. They will also approve minutes from the March 10 meeting and consider an in-house approval for window changes at 240 E. Main Street.

• 2016 Netherland Inn Road: Demolition and new construction of townhomes (HISTRC25-0067)
• 134 W. Center Street: Nomination for State of Tennessee National Register (HISTRC25-0068)
• Historic Sign Placement: Review for approval (HISTRC25-0069)
• 217 W. Wanola Ave: Demolition by neglect (HISTRC25-0082)
• 240 E. Main Street: Replace garage door windows, add storefront trim, tint windows (in-house approval)

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on four zoning cases, including a request for a front yard variance to build an eight-unit townhome development, reinstatement of a nonconforming sign use, a building separation variance for an accessory structure, and a zoning interpretation on golf cart sales in the B-2 district. The board will also approve the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting.

• Variance for 41-foot front yard at 2016 Netherland Inn Road for 8-unit townhome (BZA25-0051)
• Reinstatement of nonconforming sign use at 354 Shadowtown Road (BZA25-0054)
• 2-foot building separation variance at 1432 Brightridge Drive (BZA25-0055)
• Zoning interpretation on golf cart sales in B-2 district at 401 Commerce Street (BZA25-0058)
• Approval of March 6, 2025 meeting minutes

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a business meeting on April 1, 2025, to consider several financial and administrative items. These include budget adjustments, a budget ordinance, an ordinance to condemn public works projects, and resolutions for grants, equipment purchases, and service contracts. The meeting also includes appointments to city commissions and a consent agenda with routine items.

• Budget Adjustment Ordinance for Various Funds in FY25 (AF-82-2025)
• Budget Ordinance for Various Funds FY25 (AF-57-2025)
• Ordinance to Condemn Certain Public Works Projects (AF-63-2025)
• Resolution to issue blanket order to NAPA Auto Parts for vehicle parts (AF-75-2025)
• Resolution to purchase two 2025 Alamo Traxx remote control mowers (AF-81-2025)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved several ordinances and resolutions, including budget adjustments for FY25, an ordinance authorizing condemnation proceedings for public works projects, and resolutions for grants and purchases. Appointments to the library and Bays Mountain Park commissions were also made. All votes were unanimous except for one consent agenda item on wine sales certificates, which passed 6-1 with Alderman Baker voting no.

• Approved FY25 budget amendment ordinance (AF-82-2025) unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance 7198 amending various fund budgets for FY25 (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted Ordinance 7199 authorizing condemnation proceedings for public works projects (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted Ordinance 7200 amending General Purpose School and General Projects Fund budgets (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Resolution 2025-196 authorizing TDOT Section 5307 capital grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-197 for NAPA Auto Parts blanket order via Sourcewell (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-198 renewing school crossing guard services bid with All City Management Services (unanimous)
• Approved wine sales certificates of compliance 6-1 (Alderman Baker dissenting)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss three items: a controlled burn at BMP, power franchise equalization, and roads and bridges. They will also review the upcoming business meeting agenda and receive a projects status report. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• BMP Controlled Burn discussion
• Power Franchise Equalization presentation by Ryan McReynolds
• Roads and Bridges discussion by Ryan McReynolds
• Review of Business Meeting Agenda
• Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session to discuss three informational items: a controlled burn at Bays Mountain, power franchise fee equalization, and the condition of city bridges. No formal motions were made or voted upon during this session. The meeting concluded with a review of the agenda for the upcoming April 1 business meeting.

• Discussed BMP Controlled Burn at Bays Mountain (no vote)
• Reviewed Power Franchise Equalization proposal (no vote)
• Reviewed Roads and Bridges maintenance status (no vote)

GATEWAY REVIEW COMMISSION MEETING

The Gateway Review Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from April 2024, and to review its bylaws. The meeting is open to the public, with time for public comment.

• Approval of April 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Review of the Bylaws

REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Regional Planning Commission will meet on March 20, 2025, to consider a concept plan for the Taylor Ridge Subdivision and preliminary zoning development plans for properties on Fort Henry Drive and Memorial Boulevard. The commission will also review grant project approval for Bays Mountain and Brickyard Park improvements and consider previous meeting minutes.

• Taylor Ridge Subdivision Concept Plan (CONCPT25-0031)
• 2101 Fort Henry Drive Preliminary Zoning Development Plan for a new theatre building addition (COMDEV25-0046)
• 3200 Fort Henry Drive Preliminary Zoning Development Plan for a fuel center addition (COMDEV25-0033)
• 2405 Memorial Boulevard Preliminary Zoning Development Plan for an amended outdoor display area for the new Rural King store (COMDEV240252)
• Grant Project Approval for Bays Mountain and Brickyard Park Improvements

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a business meeting with public comment, first readings of ordinances including a condemnation of public works projects and budget amendments, and final adoption of a zoning change along Williams Road and term length changes for boards. They will also consider numerous resolutions for contracts, grants, and purchases, plus a consent agenda with routine items.

• Ordinance to condemn certain public works projects (AF-63-2025)
• Zoning change of Tax Map 0290, Group A, Parcel 032.00 along Williams Road from R-1B to R-3
• Resolution to purchase one 24-passenger activity bus from Central States Bus Sales (AF-31-2025)
• Resolution to purchase Chromebooks for grades 7-9 from Dell Marketing LP (AF-66-2025)
• Resolution to accept transfer of Kingsport Dental Clinic property at 117 W Sevier Ave (AF-73-2025)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a final ordinance rezoning property along Williams Road from R-1B Residential to R-3 Low Density Apartment District. The board also passed first readings for budget amendments and condemnation proceedings, and approved various resolutions including a contribution to the Industrial Development Board for the Kingsport Pavilion redevelopment.

• Approved Ordinance No. 7196 rezoning Williams Road property to R-3 (unanimous)
• Passed first reading on Ordinance AF-63-2025 to condemn property for public works (unanimous)
• Passed first reading on Ordinance AF-70-2025 amending School and Projects Fund budgets (unanimous)
• Passed first reading on Ordinance AF-57-2025 for FY2025 budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-187 authorizing economic development contribution for Kingsport Pavilion (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-180 for purchase of 1,300 Chromebooks for schools (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-184 accepting property transfer at 117 W Sevier Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including highway safety grants and stadium roof change order (unanimous)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss updates on the Inventor Center, the Kingsport Economic Development Board (KEDB) and Networks, and an outdoor recreational grant. The board will also review the agenda for the upcoming business meeting and receive reports on project status and sales tax.

• Inventor Center update
• KEDB / Networks update
• Outdoor Recreational Grant discussion
• Projects Status Report
• Sales Tax Report

The work session was informational only, with no formal votes taken. The board heard updates on the Inventor Center, KEDB/Networks, and a potential outdoor recreational grant for Bays Mountain and Brickyard Park. They also reviewed the upcoming business meeting agenda, including a school budget amendment and a debt management software agreement.

• No formal decisions made; all items were discussion only

HISTORIC ZONING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Historic Zoning Commission will meet to consider two demolition requests, one for a property on Watauga Street that also involves additions and fencing, and another for a property on Netherland Inn Terrace. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear staff reports on in-house approvals.

• 1236 Watauga Street: demolition, addition to accessory structure, new accessory structure, and privacy fencing (HISTRC24-0228)
• 2244 Netherland Inn Terrace: demolition (HISTRC25-0043)
• In-house approvals: 418 W. Sullivan Street (guard rail replacement and fence) and 418 Shelby Street (library box)

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three variance requests: a side yard variance for an accessory structure at 1236 Watauga Street, an amendment to expand an outdoor display area at 2405 Memorial Blvd, and a rear yard variance for a home addition at 5110 Exchange Court. The board will also consider approving the February 6, 2025 meeting minutes.

• 0.9 ft side yard variance at 1236 Watauga Street for bathroom/storage addition
• Amendment to expand outdoor display area at 2405 Memorial Blvd (garden nursery)
• 5.2 ft rear yard variance at 5110 Exchange Court for home addition
• Approval of February 6, 2025 meeting minutes

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a budget planning work session to review the strategic plan, the FY25 budget, and preliminary FY26 revenue projections and operating challenges. They will also discuss the labor report, general fund debt, the FY26 Capital Improvement Plan (including Fire Station 2, transportation, education, and leisure services), and utilities. This is a discussion session, not a voting meeting.

• Review of Strategic Plan and vision statement
• Overview of FY25 budget and preliminary FY26 revenue projections
• Discussion of FY26 Capital Improvement Plan items: Fire Station 2, transportation, education, leisure services
• General Fund debt discussion
• Utilities discussion led by Deputy City Manager

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session to review the strategic plan, FY25 budget, and upcoming capital projects. No formal votes were taken; the board agreed to allow a consultant to refine the strategic plan's vision statement. Staff presented updates on finances, personnel, fire station needs, schools, and recreation projects.

• Agreed to allow consultant to wordsmith strategic plan vision statement
• Reviewed FY25 general fund budget and financial health
• Discussed FY26 budget pressures and revenue limitations
• Heard update on compensation study, preliminary results next month
• Discussed Fire Station 2 renovation/rebuild options
• Reviewed options for new elementary schools, cost estimates expected in May
• Presented capital improvement plans for recreation, public works, and utilities

REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Regional Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes, handle consent items, and consider new business, including a recommendation on the Bancroft Chapel annexation. The consent agenda includes bond and letter of credit actions for Saint Andrews Garth Phase 2. Public comment is available.

• Bancroft Chapel Annexation (ANNEX24-0278): positive recommendation for annexation, zoning, and plan of services to Board of Mayor and Aldermen
• Saint Andrews Garth Ph. 2: approve replacement of Letter of Credit for Subdivision Bond, increase penalty rider totaling $70,834.50
• Saint Andrews Garth Ph 2: release Letter of Credit with Todd Stevens and accept D.R. Horton's Subdivision Bond
• Approval of January 13, 2025 Work Session and January 16, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to rezone a parcel on Williams Road from R-1B to R-3 (low-density apartment). They will also consider several budget adjustments and adoptions, appointments, and numerous resolutions, including funding applications, equipment purchases, and service agreements. The meeting includes public comment and a consent agenda for routine items.

• Public hearing on rezoning Tax Map 029O, Group A, Parcel 032.00 along Williams Road from R-1B to R-3
• Budget Adjustment Ordinance for Various Funds FY2025 (AF-45-2025)
• Budget Ordinance for Various Funds FY25 (AF-35-2035) and General Fund FY25 (AF-41-2025)
• Resolution to purchase two Starlite Transit Buses from Commonwealth of VA Contract # CTR017836
• Resolution supporting Sullivan County Assessor's proposal to change reappraisal cycle from four to two years

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a rezoning along Williams Road from R-1B residential to R-3 low-density apartment district, despite a resident's traffic concerns. They also approved a $250,000 contribution to recruit additional airline service at Tri-Cities Airport, and passed several budget ordinances and resolutions for purchases, grants, and agreements. All votes were unanimous among present members, with Alderman Cooper absent and Alderman Phillips leaving early.

• Approved Williams Road rezoning to R-3 apartment district (all present aye)
• Approved $250,000 for Tri-Cities Airport airline recruitment (all present aye)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 7193 amending FY25 budgets (roll call, all aye)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 7194 amending General Fund FY25 budget (roll call, all aye)
• Approved resolution to purchase two Starlite transit buses (all present aye)
• Approved resolution to award water/sewer maintenance bids to four vendors (all present aye)
• Approved resolution supporting Sullivan County two-year reappraisal cycle (all present aye)
• Approved consent agenda with 3 resolutions (roll call, all aye)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss a projects status report and review the upcoming business meeting agenda. They will also hear a sales tax report under items of interest. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Projects Status Report
• Sales Tax Report
• Review of Business Meeting Agenda

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session on February 17, 2025, and made no decisions; it reviewed items on the February 18, 2025 business meeting agenda. Staff presented an owner-requested rezoning of a parcel along Williams Road from R-1B to R-3 for a proposed 274-townhome development, which received a positive Planning Commission recommendation, with resident concerns about speeding, traffic and stormwater noted and a developer traffic study planned. The board also discussed an ordinance to amend term lengths for various boards and commissions and a financial contribution supporting regional efforts to recruit additional airline service at Tri-Cities Airport. The meeting adjourned at 5:23 p.m.

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session with a single discussion item: a strategic planning session. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Strategic Planning Session discussion

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session focused on strategic planning, with consultant Julie Novak of Raftelis guiding discussion on community feedback. Board and staff divided into small groups to define focus areas and develop priorities, ultimately creating a final list of twenty items for the plan. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the session was discussion-only.

• Finalized list of twenty items for strategic plan (discussion only)
• No formal votes or binding actions taken

HISTORIC ZONING COMMISSION MEETING

The Historic Zoning Commission is meeting to review exterior changes to three properties in Kingsport's historic district, including a porch addition and two exterior update projects. The commission will also approve minutes from the January meeting and hear staff reports on in-house approvals since the last meeting.

• 217 Hammond Ave: screened-in back porch addition above living space (HISTRC24-0232)
• 146 Broad Street: exterior updates (HISTC25-0027)
• 274 Hammond Ave: exterior updates and garage door replacement (HISTRC25-0015)
• 806 Yadkin Street: ADA ramp and door (in-house approval)
• Approval of minutes from January 13, 2025 meeting

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for a 278.43 square foot variance to exceed the permitted wall sign allowance for the new Rural King retail space at 2405 Memorial Blvd. The property is zoned B-4P, Planned Business District. The board will also take public comment and adjudicate cases.

• Public hearing on variance request BZA25-0017 for 2405 Memorial Blvd
• Variance sought: 278.43 sq ft to Sec. 114-533(9)c (wall sign allowance)
• Owner: RK Holdings, LLP, Matton, IL
• Representative: Denise Hensley

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a business meeting with several items for first reading, final adoption, and other business. Key actions include budget adjustments, a zoning amendment, and agreements for road resurfacing and sewer services. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Black History Month and public comment.

• Budget Adjustment Ordinances for Various Funds and General Fund (AF-35-2025, AF-41-2025)
• Final adoption of ordinance to amend zoning of Tax Map 047, Parcel 002.20 along Brookside Drive from M-1 to B-3
• Resolution to enter agreement with TDOT for resurfacing various roadways (AF-11-2025)
• Resolution to enter agreement with LJA Engineering for West Kingsport Sewer Basin inspection (AF-34-2025)
• Resolution authorizing PILOT agreement with O'Neal Manufacturing Services, LLC (AF-36-2025)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a budget ordinance appropriating $25,181 from the U.S. Department of Justice Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program. The board also passed an ordinance to rezone a parcel along Brookside Drive from Light Manufacturing to Highway Oriented Business District. Additionally, resolutions were adopted for road resurfacing with TDOT and sewer inspection services in the West Kingsport Sewer Basin.

• Approved $25,181 DOJ grant appropriation (unanimous)
• Rezoned Tax Map 047, Parcel 002.20 on Brookside Drive to B-3 district (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025 Budget Adjustment Ordinances for various funds (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with TDOT for resurfacing various roadways (unanimous)
• Approved LJA Engineering contract for West Kingsport Sewer Basin inspection (unanimous)
• Authorized PILOT agreement with O'Neal Manufacturing Services, LLC (unanimous)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a work session to discuss a BRIDGE airline request presented by John Rose, review the upcoming business meeting agenda, and hear a projects status report. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• BRIDGE Airline Request discussion
• Review of business meeting agenda
• Projects Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session with no formal votes. They heard a presentation from John Rose and Gene Cossey about a proposed $2 million airline incentive to add direct flights to two new destinations from Tri-Cities Airport. They also reviewed the upcoming business meeting agenda, including a budget adjustment ordinance for the General Fund, with Alderman George expressing concerns about continued shelter funding.

• No formal decisions made; work session only
• Heard presentation on $2M airline incentive request (discussion only)
• Reviewed February 4, 2025 business meeting agenda (no action taken)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN BUSINESS MEETING

The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a business meeting with public hearings and votes on several items, including a zoning change along Brookside Drive, budget appropriations, and a contract for a new elementary school. The agenda also includes final adoption of ordinances, resolutions for various projects, and a consent agenda with routine items.

• Public hearing on rezoning Tax Map 047, Parcel 002.20 along Brookside Drive from M-1 to B-3
• Budget ordinance to appropriate $25,181 from DOJ Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
• Final adoption of rezoning along Summerville Road and Kendrick Creek Road from A-1 to R-1C
• Resolution awarding architectural/engineering services for new elementary school at Lynn View Community Center to Thompson & Litton, Inc.
• Resolution for TDOT right-of-way acquisition for rockslide mitigation on Tax Map 060, Parcel 6

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a rezoning along Brookside Drive from light manufacturing to highway-oriented business, and finalized a rezoning along Summerville and Kendrick Creek Roads from agricultural to residential. They also awarded an architectural and engineering services agreement for the new elementary school at the Lynn View Community Center site to Thompson & Litton, Inc., and approved several budget ordinances and resolutions, including grant applications and a property transfer for economic development. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the Summerville Road rezoning.

• Approved rezoning of Tax Map 047, Parcel 002.20 along Brookside Drive from M-1 to B-3 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 7187 rezoning Tax Map 105, Parcels 193.00 and 194.00 from A-1 to R-1C (6-0, George abstaining)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 7188 amending FY2025 school fund budgets (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 7189 amending various FY25 fund budgets (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-130 awarding architectural/engineering services for new elementary school to Thompson & Litton, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-137 transferring funding to Kingsport Economic Development Board for property at 117 West Sevier Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-139 ratifying Hurricane Helene disaster response reimbursement application (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including grant applications, donation acceptance, and financial report (unanimous)

BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss three items: the FY2024 audit report, a library update, and a proposal regarding boards and commissions. They will also review the upcoming business meeting agenda and receive reports on sales tax and project status. No formal votes are expected at this work session.

• FY2024 Audit Report presented by Lisa Winkle
• Library Update by Michael Borders
• Boards/Commissions Proposal by Jessica Harmon
• Sales Tax Report
• Project Status Report

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a work session to discuss the FY2024 Audit Report, the library renovation project, and a proposal to realign board appointment terms. No formal votes were taken on these items during the work session. The board requested that staff address the construction and demolition of the landfill for public benefit in the upcoming business meeting.

• Discussed FY2024 Audit Report presentation by Lisa Winkle and David Elkins
• Reviewed library renovation project overview and future timeline with Michael Borders
• Discussed proposal to realign city board and commission appointment terms twice a year
• Requested staff to address landfill construction and demolition for public benefit

REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Regional Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on January 16, 2025, to consider several items including a rezoning request, a final plat approval, a surplus property request, and release of an escrow account. The meeting is open to the public, with a public comment period for issue-oriented items.

• Williams Road Rezoning (REZONE24-0303): request to rezone from R-1B to R-3, positive recommendation to Board of Mayor and Aldermen
• Saint Andrews Garth Phase 3 (PD24-0301): final plat approval for planned development
• 135 Main Street Surplus Request (SURPLS24-0289): approval to declare property surplus
• Frylee Court (MINSUB22-0162): release of escrow account for development

HISTORIC ZONING COMMISSION MEETING

The Kingsport Historic Zoning Commission will meet to consider two new applications: a detached deck at 438 W. Sullivan Street and an ADA ramp, landscaping, parking lot, and transformer box at 400 Broad Street. They will also review a notification letter, hear staff reports, and take public comment. The meeting includes approval of the agenda and minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting.

• 438 W. Sullivan Street - Detached Deck (HISTRC24-0305)
• 400 Broad Street - ADA Ramp/ Landscaping/ Parking Lot/ Transformer Box (HISTRC24-0310)
• In-house approval: 114 Broad Street - Awning
• Review of Notification Letter