Carter County, Tennessee
Recent Carter County public meeting topics include budget & taxes, contracts & procurement, roads & infrastructure, resolutions & ordinances, planning & zoning, public safety.
Topics found in recent meetings
- Budget & taxes
- Contracts & procurement
- Roads & infrastructure
- Resolutions & ordinances
- Planning & zoning
- Public safety
- Development projects
- Technology
Recent meetings
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Regular Session
Commissioners consider disaster recovery funds and budget amendments
The Carter County Board of County Commissioners will vote on several budget amendments and a payment to Schaus Professional Services. The board is also considering a resolution to apply for disaster recovery funds following Tropical Storm Helene.
- Payment to Schaus Professional Services for $26,185.40
- Resolution to apply for Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Funds for Tropical Storm Helene infrastructure
- Budget Amendment 101-1 for $16,412.55
- Budget Amendment 116-1 for $18,725.00
- Renaming a portion of Old Mountain Road/Hogum Hollow Road back to Peters Cemetery Road
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Carter County, Tennessee
REGULAR SESSION
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan
3. Roll Call- County Clerk
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Opening Prayer
6. Pledge of Allegiance – Commissioner Lisa Childress
7. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
8. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from the June 15, 2026 Regular Meeting and the
June 29, 2026 Special Called Meeting
9. Approval of Notaries & Bonds
10. Finance Director Report – Finance Director Carolyn Watson
11. Public Comments- 5 minutes per person
12. Monthly Committee Reports (specific action items listed for each committee)
A. Budget Committee:
1. Motion to approve payment to Schaus Professional Services for Invoice
#70326 in the amount of $26,185.40.
2. Motion to approve a resolution authorizing the Mayor of Carter County to
apply for Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Funds
for public infrastructure improvements resulting from the impacts of
Tropical Storm Helene and to execute all documents necessary to
implement such grants.
3. Motion to approve County Fund, Budget Amendment 101-1, Item 1, in the
amount of $16,412.55, with $16,412.55 coming from reserve accounts and
nothing coming from the Unassigned Fund Balance.
4. Motion to approve Solid Waste Fund, Budget Amendment 116-1, Item 1,
in the amount of $18,725.00, with nothing coming from reserve accounts
and $18,725.00 co
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
Regular Session
Carter County Animal Shelter Board to discuss clinic restart and staffing
The Animal Shelter Board is meeting to review shelter operations and animal cruelty cases. The board will discuss the restart of the clinic and current shelter capacity relative to staffing levels.
- Clinic restart
- Animal Control Officer (ACO) updates
- Cruelty cases updates
- Shelter capacity and staffing levels
- Sunday adoption event
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ANIMAL SHELTER BOARD MEETING
JULY 14™ @6PM
CARTER CO. COURTHOUSE
1) WELCOMING STATEMENT MICHAEL
2) CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL SHANNON
QUORUM PRESENT (Y-N)
3) PRESENTATION OF MINUTES/DISCUSSION/ KATHY/SHANNON/BOARD
APPROVAL
4) OLD BUSINESS SHANNON/MICHAEL
A) CLINIC RESTART
B) ACO UPDATES
5) DIRECTORS REPORT SHANNON
A) CURRENT NUMBERS AT SHELTER/ADOPTIONS/RTO
B) CRUELITY CASES UPDATES
C) OVER CAPACITY VERSUS STAFFING
D) UPCOMING SUNDAY ADOPTION EVENT/PROMOTION/ASSISTANCE
E) FUTURE SHELTER BOARD GOING FORWARD
6) OPEN DISCUSSION (5 MINUTE TIME LIMIT)
7) BOARD CONCERNS/OBSERVATIONS
8) MOTION TO ADJOURN/DATE FOR NEXT MEETING
*** A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR BOARD, STAFF AND THE VOLUNTEERS THAT
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE WELFARE OF OUR PETS IN THE COMMUNITY***
Mon Jul 13, 2026
Regular Budget Meeting
Carter County Budget Committee to review disaster recovery and opioid fund requests
The Budget Committee will meet to discuss several funding requests and review financial reports. The body is considering a CDBG Disaster Recovery Resolution and requests for opioid funds.
- CDBG Disaster Recovery Resolution
- Opioid Funds Request
- Schaus Invoice
- Budget Amendments 101, 116, 171, and 180
- June 2026 County & Schools Financial Report
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Carter County
Budget Committee
July 13, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
1
Budget Committee Agenda
July 13, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Review and Approval of Budget Committee Meeting
a) June 08, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
b) June 11, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
c) June 15, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
d) June 25, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
e) June 29, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
f) June 29, 2026 Budget Minutes-Public Hearing Page(s)
6. Old Business
a) Emergency Spend List Page(s)
b) Fund Balance Requirements Page(s)
7. New Business
a) Schaus Invoice Page(s)
b) Outside Agencies Page(s)
c) CDBG Disaster Recovery Resolution Page(s)
d) Opioid Funds Request Page(s)
e) Next Regular Monthly Meeting Date August 10th at 6pm
8. Preliminary Expense Reports / Fund Balance Payment Report
a) June 2026 County & Schools Financial Report Page(s)
9. Budget Amendments:
a) 101 BA Page(s)
b) 116 BA Page(s)
c) 171 BA Page(s)
d) 180 BA Page(s)
10. Donation Listing:
a) June 2026 Monetary Donation Listing Page(s)
b) June 2026 Non-Monetary Donation Listing Page(s)
11. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
d) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
e) Kelly Collins / Thomas Proffit – County Commissioner
f) Dr. Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
g) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County
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Mon Jun 29, 2026
Special Session
Carter County Commissioners to consider 2026-2027 fiscal year budget
The Board of County Commissioners will review the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and final amendments for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body will also consider resolutions regarding tax levies and financial assistance for specific taxpayer groups.
- Proposed Budget for 2026-2027 Fiscal Year
- Final 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget Amendments
- Resolution fixing the tax levy for the 2026-2027 fiscal year
- White Rock Tower access road construction project actions
- Financial assistance for low-income elderly, disabled homeowners, and disabled veterans
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✓ Decided: Carter County approves 2026-2027 proposed budget and multiple fund amendments
The Board of Commissioners accepted the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and approved several related tax and appropriation resolutions. The board also passed 14 budget amendments for various county funds and voted to continue work on the White Rock Tower road project.
- Approved continuing work on the White Rock Tower road project (18-1)
- Approved 14 budget amendments for various funds, including $1,245,382.17 for the Helene Bond Fund and $894,935.38 for the County Fund (all 19-0)
- Accepted the Proposed Budget for 2026-2027 Fiscal Year (16-2-1)
- Approved resolution for tax assistance to low-income elderly, disabled homeowners, and disabled veterans (19-0)
- Approved appropriations for nonprofit charitable and civic organizations for FY 2026-2027 (18-1)
- Approved appropriations for various county funds, departments, and agencies for FY 2026-2027 (19-0)
- Approved the resolution fixing the tax levy for FY 2026-2027 (19-0)
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Carter County, Tennessee
SPECIAL CALLED SESSION
Monday, June 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan
3. Roll Call- County Clerk
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Opening Prayer
6. Pledge of Allegiance
7. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
8. Public Comments- 5 minutes per person
9. Consideration of any action(s) necessary related to the White Rock Tower
access road construction project.
10. Consideration of all Final 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget Amendments
11. Consideration of Proposed Budget for 2026-2027 Fiscal Year
12. Consideration of 2026-2027 Fiscal Year Budget Related Resolutions:
A. Resolution To Provide Financial Assistance to be Paid from Carter County
Tax Revenues to Low-Income Elderly Taxpayers, Totally and Permanently
Disabled Homeowners, and Disabled Veterans in Addition to the Tax Relief
already provided by the State of TN as provided by T.C.A. §67-5-701, Et Seq.
B. Resolution Authorizing Appropriations to Certain Nonprofit Charitable and Civic
Organizations and Outside Agencies Serving Carter County, TN for the Fiscal
Year Beginning July 1, 2026 and Ending June 30, 2027.
C. Resolution Authorizing Appropriations for the Various Funds, Departments,
Institutions, Offices and Agencies of Carter County, TN for the Fiscal Year
Beginning July 1, 2026 and Ending June 30, 2027.
D. Resolution Fixing the Tax Levy in Carter County, TN for the Fiscal Year
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Board of Commissioners
Carter County, TN
Regular Session
June 29, 2026, 7:00 PM
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Kelly Collins at 7:00 PM.
II. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan – Chair Collins
III. Roll Call – County Clerk
Present:
Keith Hughes
Robert Acuff
Nancy Brown
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Danny Deal
Gary Kemp
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Donnie Cable
Todd Smith
Carole Whaley
Lesley Hughes
Aaron Frazier
Wes Holtsclaw
Thomas Proffitt
Kelly Collins
Absent:
Nick Holder
Angie Odom
Jerry Proffitt
Jason Clawson
Nineteen (19) present, four (4) absent
IV. Approval of Agenda
Motion by Julie Guinn, second by Gary Kemp to approve the agenda as amended.
Electronic Vote as Follows:
Yes:
Keith Range
Robert Acuff
Nancy Brown
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Danny Deal
Gary Kemp
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Donnie Cable
Todd Smith
Carole Whaley
Lesley Hughes
Aaron Frazier
Thomas Proffitt
Kelly Collins
Wes Holtsclaw
With nineteen (19) yes votes, motion carried.
V. Opening Prayer – Commissioner Todd Smith
VI. Pledge of Allegiance – Commissioner Donnie Cable
VII. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
VIII. Public Comments
IX. Consideration of any action(s) necessary related to the White Rock Tower.
Motion by Aaron Frazier, second by Julie Guinn to continue work on the road
project. Letter attached.
Electronic Vote a
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Fri Jun 26, 2026
Audit Committee
Audit Committee to review 2024-2025 fiscal year audit findings
The Audit Committee will review and discuss the findings from the 2024-2025 fiscal year-end audit. The body will also discuss appointing a new committee member.
- Review and discussion of 2024-2025 FYE Audit Findings
- Discussion of appointment of new committee member
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Carter County, Tennessee
Audit Committee Meeting
June 26, 2026
3:30 p.m.
Agenda
1) Call to order.
2) Adopt agenda.
3) Public Comments
4) Review and Approval of Audit Committee Minutes from Last Meeting
5) Review and Discussion of 2024-2025 FYE Audit Findings
6) Discussion of Appointment of New Committee Member
7) Adjourn Audit Committee Meeting
Thu Jun 25, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
Carter County Budget Committee to review budget amendments
The Budget Committee is meeting to address budget amendments and prepare for upcoming budget approval meetings. Special called meetings for budget approval and a public hearing are scheduled for June 29th.
- Budget amendments 101, 116, 117, 121, 122, 123, 127, 131, 141, 142, 143, 145, 177, and 180
- Public hearing for budget approval scheduled for June 29th
- Commission special called meeting for budget approval scheduled for June 29th
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Carter County
Budget Committee
June 25, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
1
Budget Committee Agenda
June 25th, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Old Business
a) None
6. New Business
a) None
b) Budget Special Called to Approve Budget and Public Hearing – June 29th
c) Commission Special Called Meeting to Approve Budget – June 29th
d) Next Regular Monthly Meeting Date July 13th at 6pm
7. Budget Amendments:
a) 101 BA Page(s)
b) 116 BA Page(s)
c) 117 BA Page(s)
d) 121 BA Page(s)
e) 122 BA Page(s)
f) 123 BA Page(s)
g) 127 BA Page(s)
h) 131 BA Page(s)
i) 141 BA Page(s)
j) 142 BA Page(s)
k) 143 BA Page(s)
l) 145 BA Page(s)
m) 177 BA Page(s)
n) 180 BA Page(s)
8. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
d) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
e) Kelly Collins / Thomas Proffit – County Commissioner
f) Dr. Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
g) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
f) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
9. Adjourn
Mon Jun 15, 2026
Regular Session
Commissioners consider multiple budget amendments and a new County Archives site
The Board of County Commissioners will vote on various budget amendments across several funds and a grant contract with the Tennessee Department of Health. The body will also discuss the use of the Arney Hill property for a new County Archives building.
- Budget amendments including $3,132,786.11 for the General Purpose School Fund and $3,763,943.17 for the Helene Bond Fund
- Grant contract with the State of Tennessee Department of Health for $933,636.00
- Payments to Schaus Professional Services for $700.00 and $27,524.90
- Proposal to use Arney Hill property for a new County Archives building
- Proposed speed limit reduction on C. Grindstaff Road from 35 mph to 20 mph
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✓ Decided: Carter County Board approves multiple budget amendments and committee appointment
The Board of Commissioners approved several budget amendments across various funds, including a $41.8M amendment for the Education Capital Project Fund. Carole Whaley was appointed to the Financial Management Committee. The Board also approved a $933,636 grant contract with the Tennessee Department of Health.
- Appointed Carole Whaley to the Financial Management Committee (12-6)
- Approved $700 and $27,524.90 payments to Schaus Professional Services
- Approved $41,835,578.59 Education Capital Project Fund budget amendment (18-0)
- Approved $3,132,786.11 General Purpose School Fund budget amendment (18-0)
- Approved $3,763,943.17 Helene Bond Fund budget amendment (18-0)
- Approved $933,636.00 grant contract with State of Tennessee Department of Health (18-0)
- Approved $774,716.12 Solid Waste Fund budget amendment (18-0)
- Approved $23,792.22 transfer of EMA GovDeals proceeds to reserve (18-0)
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Carter County, Tennessee
REGULAR SESSION
Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan
3. Roll Call- County Clerk
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Opening Prayer- Commissioner Dr. Robert Acuff
6. Pledge of Allegiance – Commissioner Wes Holtsclaw
7. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
8. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from the May 18, 2026 Regular Meeting
9. Approval of Notaries & Bonds
10. Tourism Partnership Quarterly Update – Elizabethton-Carter County Chamber of
Commerce, Northeast Tennessee Tourism Association (NETTA) and BRIDGE
Regional, Inc.
11. Finance Director Report – Finance Director Carolyn Watson
12. Nomination/Appointment to fill one vacancy on the Financial Management
Committee.
13. Public Comments- 5 minutes per person
14. Monthly Committee Reports (specific action items listed for each committee)
A. Budget Committee:
1. Motion to approve payment to Schaus Professional Services for Invoice
#G52226 in the amount of $700.00.
2. Motion to approve payment to Schaus Professional Services for Invoice
#525026 in the amount of $27,524.90.
3. Motion to approve transferring the proceeds of items EMA sold on Gov
Deals in the amount of $23,792.22 to a reserve account to be transferred
into EMA’s budget as needed.
4. Motion to acknowledge the Audited Fund Balances for all Funds as of
June 30, 2025 as the Beginning Budgeted Fund Balance for Fis
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Board of Commissioners
Carter County, TN
Regular Session
June 15, 2026, 6:00 PM
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Kelly Collins at 6:00 PM.
II. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan – Chair Collins
III. Roll Call – County Clerk
Present:
Keith Range
Robert Acuff
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Gary Kemp
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Donnie Cable
Jason Clawson
Todd Smith
Carole Whaley
Lesley Hughes
Wes Holtsclaw
Kelly Collins
Thomas Proffitt
Absent:
Nick Holder
Nancy Brown
Angie Odom
Danny Deal
Jerry Proffitt
Aaron Frazier
Seventeen (17) present, six (6) absent
IV. Approval of Agenda
Motion by Charlene Thomas, second by Jason Clawson to approve the agenda.
Electronic Vote as Follows:
Yes:
Keith Range
Robert Acuff
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Gary Kemp
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Donnie Cable
Jason Clawson
Todd Smith
Carole Whaley
Lesley Hughes
Wes Holtsclaw
Kelly Collins
Thomas Proffitt
With seventeen (17) yes votes, motion carried.
V. Opening Prayer – Commissioner Dr. Robert Acuff
VI. Pledge of Allegiance – Commissioner Wes Holtsclaw
VII. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
VIII. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from the May 18, 2026, Regular Meeting
Motion by Wes Holtsclaw, second by Gary Kemp to approve the minutes of the
May 18, 2026, Regular Meeting.
Electronic Vote as Follows:
Yes:
Keith Range
Robert Acuff
Aver
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Mon Jun 15, 2026
Special Called Commission 2026-27 Budget Workshop
Carter County Commission to hold 2026-2027 budget workshop
The Commission will meet to discuss the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This is a workshop for discussion and questions regarding the budget proposal.
- Discussion of the Proposed 2026-2027 Carter County Budget
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Carter County, Tennessee
Commission 2026-2027 Budget Workshop
June 15, 2026
5:00 p.m.
Agenda
1) Call to order
2) Adopt Agenda
3) Workshop Discussion of the Proposed 2026-2027 Carter County Budget
4) Additional Comments or Questions
5) Adjourn Commission Budget Workshop
Thu Jun 11, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
Carter County Budget Committee to give final approval of 2026-2027 budget schedules
The Budget Committee is meeting to provide final approval for the 2026-2027 budget schedules. Members will also discuss budget results and the path forward.
- Final approval of 2026-2027 Budget Schedules
- Discussion of budget results
- Scheduling of June 15th Budget Workshop
- Scheduling of June 29th Public Hearing and Budget Approval meeting
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Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
June 11th, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. New Business
a. None
6. Old Business
a. Final Approval of 2026-2027 Budget Schedules:
b. Additional Discussion of Budget Results and Path Forward
c. Next Regular Scheduled Meeting July 13h 6pm
d. Commission 2026-2027 Budget Workshop June 15th 5pm
e. 2026-2027 Budget Public Hearing & Budget Committee Meeting June 29th 6pm
f. Budget Meeting and Commission Meeting to Approve 2026-2027 Budget June 29th 6pm
g. Next Budget Hearing June 18th 6pm
7. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Dr. Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
d) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
e) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
f) Kelly Collins/Thomas Proffitt – County Commissioners
g) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
h) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
8. Adjourn
Mon Jun 8, 2026
Budget Committee Regular Meeting
Carter County Budget Committee to review budget amendments and hearing dates
The Budget Committee will discuss several budget amendments and a request for EMA Gov Deals proceeds. The body is also scheduling budget hearings for June 11 and June 18.
- Budget amendments 101, 116, 127, 131, 141, 142, 145, 177, and 180
- EMA Gov Deals Proceeds Request
- Schaus Invoice
- Emergency Spend List
- May 2026 County & Schools Financial Report
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Carter County
Budget Committee
June 8, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
1
Budget Committee Agenda
June 8th, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Review and Approval of Budget Committee Meeting
a) April 23, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
b) April 30, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
c) May 7, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
d) May 11, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
e) May 21, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
f) May 28, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
g) June 6, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
6. Old Business
a) Emergency Spend List Page(s)
b) Fund Balance Requirements Page(s)
7. New Business
a) Schaus Invoice
b) EMA Gov Deals Proceeds Request Page(s)
c) Budget Hearing Date – June 11th
d) Budget Hearing Date – June 18th
e) Next Regular Monthly Meeting Date July 13th at 6pm
8. Preliminary Expense Reports / Fund Balance Payment Report
a) May 2026 County & Schools Financial Report Page(s)
9. Budget Amendments:
a) 101 BA Page(s)
b) 116 BA Page(s)
c) 127 BA Page(s)
d) 131 BA Page(s)
e) 141 BA Page(s)
f) 142 BA Page(s)
g) 145 BA Page(s)
h) 177 BA Page(s)
i) 180 BA Page(s)
10. Donation Listing:
a) May 2026 Monetary Donation Listing Page(s)
b) May 2026 Non-Monetary Donation Listing Page(s)
11. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
Carter County
Budget Committee
June 8, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
2
Budget Committee Agenda
June 8th, 2026
c) Dr. Robert
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Thu Jun 4, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
Carter County Budget Committee to vote on 2026-2027 budget schedules
The Budget Committee is meeting to provide final approval for several 2026-2027 budget schedules. The body will also discuss budget results and the path forward.
- Final approval of 2026-2027 budget schedules for Property Assessors Office and Reappraisal Office
- Final approval of 2026-2027 budget schedules for Board of Equalization, Accounting and Budgeting, and Circuit Court
- Final approval of revenue remittance for Children’s Advocacy Center and Shepherd’s Inn
- Final approval of 2026-2027 budget schedules for Joint Economic Community Development Board and Solid Waste Fund 116
- Final approval of 2026-2027 budget schedule for Debt Service Fund 151
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Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
June 4th, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. New Business
a. None
6. Old Business
a. Final Approval of Following 2026-2027 Budget Schedules:
i. Property Assessors Office
ii. Reappraisal Office
iii. Board of Equalization
iv. Accounting and Budgeting
v. Circuit Court
vi. Remittance of Revenue (Children’s Advocacy Center)
vii. Remittance of Revenue (Shepherd’s Inn)
viii. Joint Economic Community Development Board
ix. Miscellaneous
x. Remaining Outside Agency Summary
xi. Solid Waste Fund 116
xii. Debt Service Fund 151
b. Additional Discussion of Budget Results and Path Forward
c. Next Regular Scheduled Meeting June 8th 6pm
d. Next Budget Hearing June 11th 6pm
e. Next Budget Hearing June 18th 6pm
7. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Dr. Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
d) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
e) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
f) Kelly Collins/Thomas Proffitt – County Commissioners
g) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
h) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
8. Adjourn
Wed Jun 3, 2026
Financial Management
Carter County Financial Management Committee to review Health Department contract
The committee will review several administrative and financial items, including the Health Department contract and employee handbook changes. Members will also examine the prior year's audit results and a May 2026 bid report.
- Health Department Contract approval
- Changes to Employee Handbook
- Prior Year Audit Results review
- ETSU Pathology Contract review
- Surplus property disposals for Animal Shelter and County Buildings
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Carter County
Financial Management Committee
June 3, 2026 - 9:30 am
1 | P a g e
Financial Management Committee – Agenda
May 6, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Review and approve Minutes for meeting(s) held on:
a) May 6, 2026 (Pages )
5. Public Comments
6. Old Business:
a) None
7. New Business:
a) Health Department Contract Approval (Pages)
b) Review and Approve Changes to Employee Handbook (Pages)
c) Review of Prior Year Audit Results (Pages)
d) Finance Department Year End Request (Pages)
e) Next Meeting July 1st, 2026
8. Recent Bids, Contracts, Disposals and Credit Application
a) Review of Bid Report – May 2026 (Pages )
b) Review of Contracts –
(i) ETSU Pathology Contract (Pages )
c) Disposals -
(i) Surplus Property – Animal Shelter (Pages )
(ii) Surplus Property – County Buildings (Pages )
d) Review of Credit Application –
(i) None (Pages )
9. Adjourn
Tue Jun 2, 2026
Regular Session
Law Enforcement Committee to discuss equipment and drug task force agreement
The Carter County Law Enforcement Committee will meet to hear from the CCSD regarding equipment. The committee will also discuss an interlocal cooperation agreement for a drug task force.
- CCSD presentation regarding equipment
- Interlocal cooperation agreement for drug task force
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Carter County Law Enforcement Committee AGENDA June 2, 2026 6:00 PM 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Approval of Minutes from May Meeting 5. Public Comments 6. Old Business - none 7. New Business – A. CCSD to address committee about equipment B. Interlocal cooperation agreement drug task force 8. Commissioner Comments 9. Adjourn
Mon Jun 1, 2026
Regular Session
Carter County Education Committee to receive school report
The Education Committee will meet to receive a Carter County School Report. The committee announced that meetings for July and August 2026 are canceled.
- Carter County School Report
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Carter County Commission
Education Committee Agenda
June 1, 2026
6:00 PM
Call to Order
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Minutes- No meeting held in May 2026
Public Comments
Old Business-None
New Business-None
Carter County School Report
Education Committee Meetings for July and August 2026 are canceled meetings will resume in September 2026
Commissioner Comments
Adjourn
Mon Jun 1, 2026
Regular Session
Carter County Landfill Committee meets for regular session
The Landfill Committee is meeting for a regular session. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.
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Landfill Committee
June 01, 2026, 6:00 PM
1. Roll Call
2. Approval of agenda
3. Previous minutes approval
4. Directors Comments
5. Kelly Report
6. Attorneys Report
7. Commissioner Comments
8. Public Comments
9. Adjourn
Thu May 28, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
Carter County Budget Committee to vote on 16 budget schedules
The Budget Committee is meeting to provide final approval for 16 specific budget schedules for the 2026-2027 cycle. The body will also discuss budget results and the path forward.
- Final approval of Highway Department Revenue and Expense schedules
- Final approval of General Purpose School Fund (Fund 141)
- Final approval of Sheriff Dept Drug Fund (Fund 122)
- Final approval of Local Health Center (Fund 117)
- Final approval of Parks and Fair Boards (Fund 123)
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Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
May 28th, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. New Business
a. None
6. Old Business
a. Final Approval of Following 2026-2027 Budget Schedules:
i. Highway Department Revenue
ii. Highway Department Expense
iii. Planning
iv. General Sessions Court
v. Other Administration of Justice
vi. Juvenile Services
vii. Rabies and Animal Control
viii. Communications
ix. County Buildings
x. ETSU Pathology
xi. Agriculture Extension Office
xii. Fund 117 Local Health Center
xiii. Fund 122 Sheriff Dept Drug Fund
xiv. Fund 123 Parks and Fair Boards
xv. Fund 141 General Purpose School Fund
xvi. Fund 143 Central Cafeteria Fund
b. Additional Discussion of Budget Results and Path Forward
c. Next Budget Hearing June 4th 6pm
d. Next Regular Scheduled Meeting June 8th 6pm
e. Next Budget Hearing June 11th 6pm
7. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Dr. Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
d) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
e) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
f) Kelly Collins/Thomas Proffitt – County Commissioners
g) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
h) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
8. Adjourn
Thu May 21, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
Carter County Budget Committee to vote on 2026-2027 budget schedules
The Budget Committee is meeting to review revised budget requests and provide final approval for 21 different department budget schedules for 2026-2027. The body will also discuss funding for outside agencies and a contract increase for ETSU Pathology.
- Final approval of 2026-2027 budget schedules for 21 entities, including the Sheriff' Office, County Mayor, and Corrections
- Discussion of an increase for the ETSU Pathology contract
- Presentation from Sycamore Shoals President regarding funding for outside agencies
- Review of revised 2026-2027 budget requests for Building & Grounds, Communications, and Property Assessor & Reappraisal
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Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
May 21st, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. New Business
a. Presentation from Sycamore Shoals President on Funding Outside Agencies
b. Discuss Increase for ETSU Pathology Contract
6. Old Business
a. Review of the Revised Building & Grounds 2026-2027 Budget Request
b. Review of Revised Communications 2026-2027 Budget Request
c. Review of Revised Property Assessor & Reappraisal 2026-2027 Budget Request
d. Final Approval of Following 2026-2027 Budget Schedules:
i. County Commission
ii. County Mayor
iii. County Attorney
iv. Election Commission
v. Register of Deeds
vi. Planning
vii. Flood Control
viii. Preservation of Records
ix. Trustee Office
x. Sheriff’ Office
xi. Corrections
xii. County Clerk
xiii. Drug Court
xiv. Chancery Court
xv. Other Emergency Management
xvi. Inspection & Regulation
xvii. Medical Death Investigator
xviii. Veterans Services
xix. Pauper Burials
xx. Tourism
xxi. Other Public Safety
e. Additional Discussion of Budget Results and Path Forward
f. Next Budget Hearting May 28th 6pm
g. Next Budget Hearing June 4th 6pm
h. Next Regular Scheduled Meeting June 8th 6pm
i. Next Budget Hearing June 11th 6pm
Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
May 21st, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
7. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissi
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Mon May 18, 2026
Regular Session
Commissioners consider Tweetsie Trail expansion and multi-million dollar budget amendments
The Board of County Commissioners will vote on the Carter County Tweetsie Trail Expansion Final Master Plan and several budget amendments, including a $14.3 million allocation from Helene Bond proceeds. The body will also fill vacancies for the County Commission and Regional Planning Commission.
- Public hearing for rezoning 110 Rex Harrell Road from R-1 to A-1
- Budget amendment for Helene Bond Fund in the amount of $14,363,657.69
- Budget amendment for Debt Service Fund in the amount of $1,674,650.00
- Budget amendment for General Purpose School Fund in the amount of $1,037,256.12
- Lease agreement with USDA Forest Service for the White Rock Communications Site
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✓ Decided: Commission approves Tweetsie Trail Expansion Final Master Plan
The Board of Commissioners approved the Tweetsie Trail Expansion Final Master Plan and appointed Wes Holtsclaw to the 8th District vacancy. The board also authorized several budget amendments and credit applications for the Sheriff's Office and School's Transportation Department.
- Appointed Wes Holtsclaw to the 8th District vacancy (19-0)
- Approved Tweetsie Trail Expansion Final Master Plan – Vol. 3 (12-7-1)
- Approved moving Flex Spending Accounts to Pinnacle Bank (20-0)
- Renewed medical, dental, and vision plans with existing providers (20-0)
- Approved $25,000 credit application for the Sheriff’s Office (20-0)
- Approved $5,000 credit application for School’s Transportation Department (20-0)
- Approved County Fund Budget Amendment 101-11 for $781,395.70 (20-0)
- Approved Highway Fund Budget Amendment 131-8 for $876,885.00 (20-0)
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Carter County, Tennessee
REGULAR SESSION
Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan
3. Roll Call- County Clerk
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Opening Prayer- Commissioner Keith Range
6. Pledge of Allegiance – Commissioner Gary Kemp
7. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
8. Recognition of Carter County Middle College Graduates – Mayor Patty Woodby
9. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from the April 20, 2026 Regular Meeting
10. Approval of Notaries & Bonds
11. County Tax Roll Additions & Deletions- Property Assessor’s Office
12. Nominations/Appointment to fill 5th District vacancy on County Commission
13. Nominations/Appointment to fill 8th District vacancy on County Commission
14. Communications Project Update- Communications Officer Mark Ridings
15. Finance Director Report – Finance Director Carolyn Watson
16. Public Comments- 5 minutes per person
17. Monthly Committee Reports (specific action items listed for each committee)
A. Financial Management Committee:
1. Tweetsie Trail Master Plan Presentation; Motion to approve the Carter
County Tweetsie Trail Expansion Final Master Plan – Vol 3.
2. Motion to approve moving the Flex Spending Accounts from Ameriflex to
Pinnacle Bank.
3. Motion to renew the medical, dental, and vision plans with no changes to
providers or carriers.
4. Motion to approve changes to the Carter County Financial Policy and
Pr
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Board of Commissioners
Carter County, TN
Regular Session
May 18, 2026, 6:00 PM
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Kelly Collins at 6:00 PM.
II. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan – Chair Collins
III. Roll Call – County Clerk
Present:
Keith Range
Nick Holder
Robert Acuff
Nancy Brown
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Angie Odom
Danny Deal
Gary Kemp
Jerry Proffitt
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Jason Clawson
Todd Smith
Lesley Hughes
Aaron Frazier
Wes Holtsclaw
Kelly Collins
Absent:
Donnie Cable Carole Whaley Thomas Proffitt
Twenty (20) present, three (3) absent
IV. Approval of Agenda
Chair Collins asked to change number 17 to Tweetsie Trail Master Plan and change Monthly
Committee Reports to number 18.
Motion by Jason Clawson, second by Gary Kemp to approve the agenda as amended.
Electronic Vote as Follows:
Yes:
Keith Range
Nick Holder
Robert Acuff
Nancy Brown
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Angie Odom
Danny Deal
Gary Kemp
Jerry Proffitt
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Jason Clawson
Todd Smith
Lesley Hughes
Aaron Frazier
Kelly Collins
With nineteen (19) yes votes, motion carried.
V. Opening Prayer – Commissioner Keith Range
VI. Pledge of Allegiance – Commissioner Gary Kemp
VII. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
VIII. Recognition of Carter County Middle College Graduates – Mayor Patty Woodby
Mayor Woodby introduced and pr
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Thu May 14, 2026
Regular Session
Commission considers resolution for White Rock Communications Site
The Carter County Commission Health & Welfare Committee will meet to discuss new business. The agenda includes a resolution regarding the White Rock Communications Site and a presentation for a deputy.
- Resolution for White Rock Communications Site
- Lifesaving award presentation to Deputy Jeremiah Bartlett
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Carter County Commission
Health & Welfare Committee
Regular Session May 14, 2026
Call to order
Roll Call
Approve Agenda
Approval of minutes from April meeting
Public Comments
Old Business
New Business
A. Present lifesaving award to Deputy Jeremiah Bartlett of the Carter
County Sheriff’s Office
B. Resolution for White Rock Communications Site
8. Commissioner comments
9. Adjourn
NOW PWN BP
Wed May 13, 2026
Regular Session
✓ Decided: Animal Shelter Board approves April 2026 meeting minutes
The Animal Shelter Board approved the minutes from the April 2026 meeting. Director Shannon Posada reported April intake and adoption figures and noted a $1,000 budget reduction. The board discussed progress on the spay and neuter clinic.
- Approved April 2026 meeting minutes (All yes)
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Animal Shelter Board Meeting Minutes
13 May 2026
Carter County Courthouse
The Animal Shelter Board met on 12 May 2026 at the Carter County Courthouse. Chairman
Mike Barnett called meeting to order.
Chairman Barnett asked for roll to be call. Members present were Mike Barnett, Danny
Deal, Kelly Collins, Deb Gouge, Mike Simerly, and Wes Frazier. Dr. Bob Acuff was absent.
ECCAS Director Shannon Posada was also present.
Chairman Barnett asked for review of April 2026 ASB minutes. Motion to accept minutes as
presented was made by Mike Simerly and second by Deb Gouge. All yes, minutes was
approved.
Chairman Mike Barnett thanked board members for giving money to purchase slip leashes
requested by volunteers. Chairman also thank board members who donated money to buy
snack in appreciation for the staff and volunteers. Director Posada stated the employees
and volunteers wanted the board members to know they appreciate the snacks and slip
leashes very much!
Chairman Barnett asked Danny Deal to give update on spay and neuter clinic. Danny Deal
explained progress was continuing with the spay and neuter clinic. Deal explained increase
of work on the clinic would be done beginning of June 2026. Chairman Mike Barnett
explained the need of the spay/neuter clinic and how it would save money for the shelter
veterinary expenses once building is operational.
Chairman Barnett asked Director Posada to give current numbers for ECCAS.
Director Posada reported shelter numbers for April 2026:
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Mon May 11, 2026
Regular Budget Meeting
Carter County Budget Committee to review budget amendments and hearing dates
The Budget Committee will discuss several budget amendments and set dates for budget hearings on May 21 and May 28. The body will also review financial reports for the county and schools from April 2026.
- Budget amendments 101 BA 11, 116 BA 8, 121 BA 2, 127 BA 5, 131 BA 8, 141 BA 7, 142 BA 6, 177 BA 4, and 180 BA 7
- Budget hearing dates for May 21 and May 28
- April 2026 County & Schools Financial Report
- Schaus Invoice
- Tweetsie Trail discussion
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Carter County
Budget Committee
May 11, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
1
Budget Committee Agenda
May 11, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Review and Approval of Budget Committee Meeting
a) April 9, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
b) April 13, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
c) April 23, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
d) April 30, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
6. Old Business
a) Emergency Spend List Page(s)
b) Fund Balance Requirements Page(s)
c) Schaus Invoice Page(s)
7. New Business
a) Schaus Invoice Page(s)
b) Budget Hearing Date – May 21st
c) Budget Hearing Date – May 28th
d) Next Regular Monthly Meeting Date June 8th at 6pm
8. Preliminary Expense Reports / Fund Balance Payment Report
a) April 2026 County & Schools Financial Report Page(s)
9. Budget Amendments:
a) 101 BA 11 Page(s)
b) 116 BA 8 Page(s)
c) 121 BA 2 Page(s)
d) 127 BA 5 Page(s)
e) 131 BA 8 Page(s)
f) 141 BA 7 Page(s)
g) 142 BA 6 Page(s)
h) 177 BA 4 Page(s)
i) 180 BA 7 Page(s)
10. Donation Listing:
a) April 2025 Monetary Donation Listing Page(s)
b) April 2025 Non-Monetary Donation Listing Page(s)
11. Additional Items for Discussion:
a) Tweetsie Trail Discussion
12. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
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Budget Committee
May 11, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
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Budget Committee Agenda
May 11, 2026
d) Lesle
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Thu May 7, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
Carter County Budget Committee to review Parks & Recreation 2026-2027 budget
The Budget Committee is meeting to hear a budget presentation for Parks & Recreation for the 2026-2027 period. Members will also discuss requests to reduce department budgets and review outside agencies.
- Parks & Recreation 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
- Discussion on requests to reduce department budgets
- Review of departmental budgets and outside agencies
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Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
May 7th, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. New Business
a. Parks & Recreation 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
6. Old Business
a. Response to email for request to reduce department budgets
b. Additional Discussion on Outside Agencies
c. Additional Discussion/Review of Departmental Budgets
d. Additional Discussion of Budget Results and Path Forward
e. Next Regular Scheduled Meeting May 11th 6pm
f. Next Budget Hearing May 21st 6pm
7. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Dr. Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
d) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
e) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
f) Kelly Collins/Thomas Proffitt – County Commissioners
g) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
h) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
8. Adjourn
Wed May 6, 2026
Financial Management
Carter County Financial Management Committee to review insurance and financial policy
The committee will receive an insurance renewal update from One Digital and review changes to the county's financial policy. Members will also discuss the Tweetsie Trail and review April 2026 bid reports.
- Insurance renewal update and presentation by One Digital
- Proposed changes to Financial Policy
- Surplus property disposals for Animal Shelter, Highway Dept, Finance Dept, and Trustee
- Credit application for Schools / Bus Garage with World Wide Equipment
- Credit application for Sheriff Dept with Stowers Machinery
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Carter County
Financial Management Committee
May 6, 2026 - 9:30 am
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Financial Management Committee – Agenda
May 6, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Review and approve Minutes for meeting(s) held on:
a) April 1, 2026 (Pages )
5. Public Comments
6. One Digital – Insurance Renewal Update and Presentation (Pages )
7. Old Business:
a) Tweetsie Trail Update and Discussion
8. New Business:
a) Review and Approved Changes to Financial Policy (Pages)
b) Next Meeting June 3rd, 2026
9. Recent Bids, Contracts, Disposals and Credit Application
a) Review of Bid Report – April 2026 (Pages )
b) Review of Contracts –
(i) NA (Pages )
c) Disposals -
(i) Surplus Property – Animal Shelter (Pages )
(ii) Surplus Property – Highway Dept (Pages )
(iii) Surplus Property – Finance Dept (Pages )
(iv) Surplus Property – Trustee (Pages )
d) Review of Credit Application –
(i) Schools / Bus Garage – World Wide Equipment (Pages )
(ii) Sheriff Dept – Stowers Machinery (Pages )
10. Adjourn
Thu Apr 30, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
Carter County Budget Committee to review 2026-2027 fund presentations
The Budget Committee will hear budget presentations for several county funds for the 2026-2027 cycle. The body will also discuss budget results and determine the path forward.
- General Purpose School Fund 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
- Central Cafeteria Fund 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
- Head Start Fund 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
- Property Assessor 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
- Reappraisal Department 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
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✓ Decided: Budget Committee approves school and assessor fund requests for 2026-2027
The committee approved budget requests for the General-Purpose School Fund, Central Cafeteria Fund, Head Start Fund, Property Assessor, and Reappraisal Department. Due to expense requests exceeding revenue projections, the committee directed the Finance Director to ask department heads for budget reductions.
- Approved General-Purpose School Fund budget of $47,729,381.44 (8-0)
- Approved Central Cafeteria Fund budget of $4,680,621.72 (8-0)
- Approved Head Start Fund budget of $1,160,578.00 (8-0)
- Approved Property Assessor budget of $341,600.42 (8-0)
- Approved Reappraisal Department budget of $599,774.54 (6-2)
- Approved motion for Finance Director to email department heads regarding budget reductions (8-0)
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Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
April 30th, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. New Business
a. General Purpose School Fund 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
b. Central Cafeteria Fund 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
c. Head Start Fund 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
6. Old Business
a. Property Assessor 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
b. Reappraisal Department 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
c. Additional Discussion of Budget Results and Path Forward
d. Next Meeting May 7th 6pm
7. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Dr. Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
d) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
e) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
f) Kelly Collins/Thomas Proffitt – County Commissioners
g) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
h) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
8. Adjourn
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1 Budget Committee April 30th, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Carter County, TN
PRESENT: Julie Guinn, Brad Johnson, Robert Acuff, Todd Smith, Gary Kemp, Charlene Thomas, Lesley Hughes,
Thomas Proffitt
ABSENT:
SUBSTITUTE:
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Guinn at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called. Quorum present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Commissioner Dr. Acuff made a motion to approve the agenda and Commissioner Smith
seconded. Motion carried (8-0).
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
New Business:
a. General-Purpose School Fund 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
Brandon Carpenter presented the General-Purpose School Fund’s budget. Their request for the
2026-27 fiscal year was $47,729,381.44, a $302,118.29 increase from the approved 2025-26 fiscal
year budget due to benefits and other miscellaneous cost increases.
Commissioner Hughes made a motion to approve the budget request and Commissioner Dr.
Thomas seconded. Motion carried (8-0)
b. Central Cafeteria Fund 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
Brandon Carpenter presented the Central Cafeteria Fund’s budget. Their request for the 2026-27
fiscal year was $4,680,621.72, a $167,645.87 increase from the approved 2025-26 fiscal year
budget due to benefits and other miscellaneous cost increases.
Commissioner Dr. Thomas made a motion to approve the budget request and Commissioner
Hughes seconded. Motion carried (8-0).
c. Head Start Fund 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
Brandon Carpenter presented
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Thu Apr 23, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
Carter County Budget Committee to review 2026-2027 funding requests
The Budget Committee is meeting to hear budget presentations for the 2026-2027 cycle. The body will conduct a first review of estimated revenues and discuss the path forward for the budget.
- JECDB 2026-2027 Budget Funding Request Presentation
- Debt Service 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
- Trustee Commission Budget 2026-2027 Presentation
- 1st Review of Estimated Revenue for 2026-2027 Budget
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✓ Decided: Budget Committee approves JECDB and Trustee Commission funding requests
The Budget Committee approved funding for the Joint Economic and Community Development Board and the Trustee Commission. The committee tabled the Debt Service budget request for further consideration.
- Approved JECDB budget request of $126,177.94 with contingency (8-0)
- Approved Trustee Commission budget request of $394,406.73 with contingency (7-1)
- Tabled Debt Service budget request of $3,638,900.00 (8-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (8-0)
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Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
April 23, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Old Business - None
6. New Business
a) JECDB (Joint Economic Community Development Board) 2026-2027 Budget Funding Request Presentation
b) Debt Service 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
c) Trustee Commission Budget 2026-2027 Presentation
d) 1st Review of Estimated Revenue for 2026-2027 Budget
e) Additional Discussion of Budget Results and Path Forward
f) Next Meeting April 30th 6pm
7. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
d) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
e) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
f) Jerry Stout – County Commissioner
g) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
h) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
8. Adjourn
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1 Budget Committee April 23rd, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Carter County, TN
It was stated that Jerry Stout
is no longer a commissioner and Commissioner Kelly Collins and Commissioner Thomas Proffitt will be
sharing the responsibility of sitting in on Budget Committee in his place.
PRESENT: Julie Guinn, Brad Johnson, Kelly Collins, Todd Smith, Gary Kemp, Charlene Thomas, Lesley Hughes
ABSENT: Robert Acuff
SUBSTITUTE: Keith Range
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Guinn at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called. Quorum present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Commissioner Collins made a motion to approve the agenda and Commissioner Kemp
seconded. Motion carried (8-0).
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
Old Business: None.
New Business:
a. Joint Economic and Community Development Board (JECDB) 2026-27 Budget Funding Request
Presentation
A joint presentation was given by Elizabethton City Mayor William Carter, Assistant City Manager
Logan Engle, Elizabethton/Carter County Chamber of Commerce Chair Frankie Bailey, TCAT
President Heath McMillian, and Northeast Community Credit Union CEO David LeVeau.
Mayor Carter began the presentation. He started by stating that we are all in this together and it is
our duty to serve the citizens. This board would serve residents living in Carter County,
Elizabethton, Watauga, and Johnson City. The JECDB is required for each county by Public
Chapter 1101 (TCA Section 6-58-114) and is made up of 14 members from diffe
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Mon Apr 20, 2026
Regular Session
Commissioners to vote on multiple budget amendments and county appointments
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several budget amendments across various funds and the nomination of a County Attorney. The body will also fill vacancies on the Regional Planning Commission, Board of Equalization, and Board of Education.
- Budget Amendment 101-10F to award 142 Sheriff Department Employees $400 each ($56,800 total)
- Highway Fund Budget Amendment 131-7 in the amount of $1,411,740.55
- ARP Fund Budget Amendment 127-4 in the amount of $767,481.72
- Resolution to designate the Gap Creek Road bridge as the Dr. Michael John “Doc” Brown Memorial Bridge
- Payment of $18,508.60 to Schaus Professional Services
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✓ Decided: Commission re-elects County Attorney and approves multiple budget amendments
The Board of Commissioners re-elected Josh Hardin as County Attorney and appointed four members to the Board of Equalization. The commission approved several budget amendments for the Sheriff's Department, Highway Fund, and other accounts, while denying a payment to Schaus Professional Services. Jerry Stout resigned from the commission but was appointed to the Board of Education.
- Re-elected Attorney Josh Hardin as County Attorney (18-0)
- Appointed Spencer Fred Campbell, Michael Shane Odom, Beverly Joyce Matherly, and Debra Jorita Sams to the Board of Equalization (18-0)
- Approved Resolution 903 designating the Gap Creek Road bridge as the Dr. Michael John “Doc” Brown Memorial Bridge (18-0)
- Appointed Jerry Stout as 8th District Representative for the Board of Education (16-1)
- Approved $56,800 in awards for 142 Sheriff Department employees (14-1-2)
- Denied $18,508.60 payment to Schaus Professional Services (11-5-1)
- Approved Highway Fund Budget Amendment 131-7 for $1,411,740.55 (17-0)
- Approved ARP Fund Budget Amendment 127-4 for $767,481.72 (17-0)
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Carter County, Tennessee
REGULAR SESSION
Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan
3. Roll Call- County Clerk
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Opening Prayer- Commissioner Todd Smith
6. Pledge of Allegiance – Commissioner Lisa Childress
7. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
8. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from the March 16, 2026 Regular Meeting
9. Approval of Notaries & Bonds
10. Consideration of "A RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE OF DR. MICHAEL
JOHN “DOC” BROWN, DVM, AND DESIGNATING THE BRIDGE ON GAP
CREEK ROAD IN CARTER COUNTY (FED ID # 10023770003) AS THE “DR.
MICHAEL JOHN “DOC” BROWN MEMORIAL BRIDGE” as approved by the
Highway Committee.
11. Nomination/Election of County Attorney
12. Nominations/Appointments to fill two vacancies on the Carter County Regional
Planning Commission:
A. 1st District Vacancy
B. 8th District Vacancy
13. Nominations/Appointments of four members to serve on the Carter County Board
of Equalization
14. Nomination/Appointment of one county commissioner to fill a vacancy on the
Joint Economic and Community Development Board (JECDB)
15. Nomination/Appointment to fill vacancy for the 8th District Representative on the
Carter County Board of Education.
16. Finance Director Report – Finance Director Carolyn Watson
17. Public Comments- 5 minutes per person
18. Monthly Committee Reports (specific action items listed for e
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Board of Commissioners
Carter County, TN
Regular Session
April 20, 2026, 6:00 PM
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Kelly Collins at 6:00 PM.
II. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan – Chair Collins
III. Roll Call – County Clerk
Present:
Keith Range
Nick Holder
Robert Acuff
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Danny Deal
Gary Kemp
Jerry Proffitt
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Donnie Cable
Todd Smith
Carole Whaley
Aaron Frazier
Jerry Stout
Kelly Collins
Absent:
Nancy Brown
Angie Odom
Jason Clawson
Lesley Hughes
Thomas Proffitt
Eighteen (18) present, five (5) absent
IV. Approval of Agenda
Chair Collins asked to change number 9. Approval of Notaries & Bonds to 9.A. Approval of
Notaries & Bonds and add 9.B. Mayoral Proclamation.
Motion by Todd Smith, second by Aaron Frazier to approve the agenda as amended.
Electronic Vote as Follows:
Yes:
Keith Range
Nick Holder
Robert Acuff
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Danny Deal
Gary Kemp
Jerry Proffitt
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Donnie Cable
Todd Smith
Carole Whaley
Aaron Frazier
Jerry Stout
Kelly Collins
With eighteen (18) yes votes, motion carried.
V. Opening Prayer – Commissioner Todd Smith
VI. Pledge of Allegiance – Commissioner Lisa Childress
VII. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
VIII. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2026, Regular Meeting.
Commissioner Acuff not
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Mon Apr 13, 2026
Regular Budget Meeting
Budget Committee to review Sheriff's Office grants and employee bonuses
The Budget Committee will discuss several new business items, including a Project Rise Grant and employee bonuses for the Sheriff's Office. The body will also review budget requests from the Department of Agriculture and a 4-year reappraisal plan. Three budget hearing dates in April and May are scheduled for discussion.
- Sheriff’s Office - Project Rise Grant
- Sheriff’s Office – Employee Bonus
- Department of Agriculture budget requests
- Reappraisal 4-Year Plan
- Budget amendments 101 BA 10, 116 BA 7, 127 BA 4, 131 BA 7, 141 BA 6, 142 BA 5, and 177 BA 3
budgetsheriffgrantsagriculturereappraisal
✓ Decided: Budget Committee approves $56,800 in awards for Sheriff and Corrections employees
The committee approved employee bonuses for the Sheriff and Corrections departments and passed several budget amendments for county funds. They also approved the Department of Agriculture's 2026-27 budget and a specific vendor invoice. Discussions regarding the Reappraisal 4-Year Plan were tabled pending a meeting with Shane Simerly.
- Approved $56,800 in employee awards for Sheriff and Corrections staff (8-0)
- Approved 2026-27 Department of Agriculture budget of $1,000 (8-0)
- Approved Schaus Invoice 40126 for $18,508.60 (7-1)
- Approved County Fund Budget Amendment 101-10 for $271,600.79 (8-0)
- Approved Solid Waste Fund Budget Amendment 116-7 for $8,599.68 (8-0)
- Approved ARP Fund Budget Amendment 127-4 for $767,481.72 (8-0)
- Approved Highway Fund Budget Amendment 131-7 for $1,411,740.55 (8-0)
- Approved General Purpose School Fund Budget Amendment 141-9 for $31,714.91 (8-0)
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Carter County
Budget Committee
April 13, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
1
Budget Committee Agenda
March 9, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Review and Approval of Budget Committee Meeting
a) March 9, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
b) March 12, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
c) March 26, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
d) April 2, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
6. Old Business
a) Emergency Spend List Page(s)
b) Fund Balance Requirements Page(s)
7. New Business
a) Sheriff’s Office - Project Rise Grant Page(s)
b) Sheriff’s Office – Employee Bonus Page(s)
c) Department Budget Requests
(1) Department of Agriculture Page(s)
d) Reappraisal 4-Year Plan Page(s)
e) Schaus LLC Invoice Page(s)
f) Budget Hearing Date April 23rd at 6pm
g) Budget Hearing Date April 30th at 6pm
h) Budget Hearing Date May 7th at 6pm
i) Next Regular Monthly Meeting Date May 11th at 6pm
8. Preliminary Expense Reports / Fund Balance Payment Report
a) March 2026 County & Schools Financial Report Page(s)
9. Budget Amendments:
a) 101 BA 10 Page(s)
b) 116 BA 7 Page(s)
c) 127 BA 4 Page(s)
d) 131 BA 7 Page(s)
e) 141 BA 6 Page(s)
f) 142 BA 5 Page(s)
g) 177 BA 3 Page(s)
10. Donation Listing:
a) March 2025 Monetary Donation Listing Page(s)
b) March 2025 Non-Monetary Donation Listing Page(s)
11. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commi
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1 Budget Committee April 13th, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Carter County, TN
PRESENT: Julie Guinn, Brad Johnson, Jerry Stout, Robert Acuff, Todd Smith, Gary Kemp, Charlene Thomas, Lesley
Hughes
ABSENT:
SUBSTITUTE:
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Guinn at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called. Quorum present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Commissioner Dr. Acuff made a motion to approve the agenda and Commissioner Dr.
Thomas seconded. Motion carried (8-0).
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
Review and Approval of Budget Committee Meeting Minutes:
a. March 9, 2026 Budget Minutes
Commissioner Dr. Thomas made a motion to approve the March 9th minutes, and Commissioner
Stout seconded. Motion carried (7-1).
b. March 12, 2026 Budget Minutes
Commissioner Smith made a motion to approve the March 12th minutes, and Commissioner Kemp
seconded. Motion carried (7-1).
c. March 26, 2026 Budget Minutes
Commissioner Dr. Acuff made a motion to approve the March 26th minutes, and Commissioner Dr.
Thomas seconded. Motion carried (7-1).
d. April 2, 2026 Budget Minutes
Commissioner Dr. Thomas made a motion to approve the April 2nd minutes, and Commissioner Dr.
Acuff seconded. Motion carried (7-1).
Old Business:
a. Emergency Spend List
The Emergency Spend List was included in the committee’s packets.
Director Watson brought to the attention of the committee the amount that the county has now
received back in reimbursements from FEMA/TEMA, NRSC/USD
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Thu Apr 9, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
Carter County Budget Committee to review 2026-2027 budget presentations
The Budget Committee will hear budget presentations for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The meeting includes a review of first estimate revenue projections and departmental budget requests.
- Local Health Center (Fund 101) 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
- Health Department (Fund 117) 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
- Property Assessor, Reappraisal Department, and Board of Equalization budget presentations
- Planning Department and Flood Control budget presentations
- First Estimate Revenue Projections 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
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✓ Decided: Budget Committee approves several 2026-2027 department budgets
The committee approved budget requests for the Local Health Center, Health Department, Board of Equalization, Planning Department, and Flood Control. Budgets for the Property Assessor and Reappraisal Department were not voted on pending further cost analysis. The Debt Service and Trustee Commission budgets were deferred.
- Approved Local Health Center budget of $1,120,618.00 (8-0)
- Approved Health Department budget of $182,000.00 (8-0)
- Approved Board of Equalization budget of $8,202.25 (8-0)
- Approved Planning Department budget of $510,120.00 (8-0)
- Approved Flood Control budget of $1,950.00 (8-0)
- Requested Finance Director compare cost of two full-time employees vs overtime for reappraisal (6-2)
- Tabled Property Assessor and Reappraisal Department budgets
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Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
April 9, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Old Business - None
6. New Business
a) Local Health Center (Fund 101) 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
b) Health Department (Fund 117) 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
c) Property Assessor 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
d) Reappraisal Department 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
e) Board of Equalization 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
f) Planning Department 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
g) Flood Control 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
h) Debt Service 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
i) Trustee Commission 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
j) First Estimate Revenue Projections 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
7. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
d) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
e) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
f) Jerry Stout – County Commissioner
g) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
h) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
8. Adjourn
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1 Budget Committee April 9th, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Carter County, TN
PRESENT: Julie Guinn, Brad Johnson, Jerry Stout, Robert Acuff, Todd Smith, Gary Kemp, Charlene Thomas
ABSENT: Lesley Hughes
SUBSTITUTE: Carole Whaley
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Guinn at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called. Quorum present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Commissioner Johnson made a motion to approve the agenda and Commissioner Kemp
seconded. Motion carried (8-0).
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
Old Business: None
New Business:
a. Local Health Center (Fund 101) 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
Caroline Chinouth presented the Local Health Center’s budget. Their request for the 2026-27
fiscal year was $1,120,618.00, a $32,865.39 increase from the approved 2025-26 fiscal year
budget due to benefits, and other miscellaneous cost increases.
Commissioner Dr. Acuff made a motion to approve the budget and Commissioner Whaley
seconded. Motion carried (8-0).
b. Health Department (Fund 117) 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
Caroline Chinouth presented the Health Department’s budget. Their request for the 2026-27
fiscal year was $182,000.00, the same as the approved 2025-26 fiscal year budget.
Commissioner Smith made a motion to approve the budget and Commissioner Stout
seconded. Motion carried (8-0).
c. Property Assessor 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
Shane Simerly presented the Property Assessor’s budget. Their request for the 2026-27 fiscal
year was
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Tue Apr 7, 2026
Regular Session
Carter County Health and Welfare Committee meeting concludes with no new business
The Health and Welfare Committee met on April 7, 2026. The meeting consisted of procedural boilerplate, with no new business, old business, or public comments recorded.
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✓ Decided: Carter County Health and Welfare Committee approves March meeting minutes
The committee approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 2026 meeting. No new or old business was discussed. The meeting lasted one minute.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved March 2026 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
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Carter County Commission
Minutes of:
Health and Welfare
April 07, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Members:
Keith Range – Present Open Seat
Avery Wynn – Present Jason Clawson – Present
Angie Odom – Present Aaron Frazier - Absent
Jerry Proffitt – Present Thomas Proffitt – Present
1. Call to Order
The Health and Welfare Committee was called to order by Chairman Keith Range 8:24 PM.
2. Roll Call
Six (6) members were present.
3. Approval of Agenda
Motion by Avery Wynn, second by Jason Clawson to approve the agenda.
All in favor, motion carried.
4. Approval of the minutes of the March 2026 meeting
Motion by Jason Clawson, second by Avery Wynn to approve the minutes from the March
2026 meeting.
Angie Odom abstained, five (5) yes votes, motion carried.
5. Public Comments - None
6. Old Business - None
7. New Business - None
8. Commissioner Comments - None
9. Adjourn
Motion by Jerry Proffitt, second by Thomas Proffitt to adjourn the meeting, All in favor,
motion carried, meeting adjourned at 8:25 PM.
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Carter County Commission
Minutes of:
Health and Welfare
April 07, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Members:
Keith Range – Present Open Seat
Avery Wynn – Present Jason Clawson – Present
Angie Odom – Present Aaron Frazier - Absent
Jerry Proffitt – Present Thomas Proffitt – Present
1. Call to Order
The Health and Welfare Committee was called to order by Chairman Keith Range 8:24 PM.
2. Roll Call
Six (6) members were present.
3. Approval of Agenda
Motion by Avery Wynn, second by Jason Clawson to approve the agenda.
All in favor, motion carried.
4. Approval of the minutes of the March 2026 meeting
Motion by Jason Clawson, second by Avery Wynn to approve the minutes from the March
2026 meeting.
Angie Odom abstained, five (5) yes votes, motion carried.
5. Public Comments - None
6. Old Business - None
7. New Business - None
8. Commissioner Comments - None
9. Adjourn
Motion by Jerry Proffitt, second by Thomas Proffitt to adjourn the meeting, All in favor,
motion carried, meeting adjourned at 8:25 PM.
Tue Apr 7, 2026
Regular Session
Building & Grounds Committee to discuss Folsom House and UT-Ag Extension office
The Building & Grounds Committee will meet to elect a chair and review updates on the Folsom House and the UT-Ag Extension office interim facility. The session includes a tour of the Folsom House and a report on the courtroom sound system.
- Election of Committee Chair
- UT-Ag Extension office interim facility update
- Folsom House update and archive options
- Courtroom sound system update from Ron Kirby
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✓ Decided: Carter County Health and Welfare Committee approves March meeting minutes
The committee approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 2026 meeting. No new or old business was discussed.
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved March 2026 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
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Building & Grounds Committee Meeting
April 7th, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Agenda
Call to Order & Roll Call
Keith Range
Avery Wynn
Angie Odom
Jerry Proffitt
William Bridger
Jason Clawson
Aaron Frazier
Thomas Proffitt
Adopt Agenda
Recess for Folsom House Tour
Prayer – Aaron
Pledge – Jason
Election of Chair & potentially other positions
Approve minutes from March 2026 Meeting & others as needed
Public Comment
Special Guest Speakers – Folsom Family Representatives
Old Business
UT-Ag Extension office interim facility
Folsom House Update
Archive Options at site
Sound System/Courtroom update – Ron Kirby
New Business
Commissioner Comments
Adjourn
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Carter County Commission
Minutes of:
Health and Welfare
April 07, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Members:
Keith Range – Present Open Seat
Avery Wynn – Present Jason Clawson – Present
Angie Odom – Present Aaron Frazier - Absent
Jerry Proffitt – Present Thomas Proffitt – Present
1. Call to Order
The Health and Welfare Committee was called to order by Chairman Keith Range 8:24 PM.
2. Roll Call
Six (6) members were present.
3. Approval of Agenda
Motion by Avery Wynn, second by Jason Clawson to approve the agenda.
All in favor, motion carried.
4. Approval of the minutes of the March 2026 meeting
Motion by Jason Clawson, second by Avery Wynn to approve the minutes from the March
2026 meeting.
Angie Odom abstained, five (5) yes votes, motion carried.
5. Public Comments - None
6. Old Business - None
7. New Business - None
8. Commissioner Comments - None
9. Adjourn
Motion by Jerry Proffitt, second by Thomas Proffitt to adjourn the meeting, All in favor,
motion carried, meeting adjourned at 8:25 PM.
Mon Apr 6, 2026
Regular Session
Carter County Highway meeting scheduled for April 6, 2026
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion.
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✓ Decided: Landfill Committee directs attorney to notify equipment buyer
The Landfill Committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. The committee decided to have Attorney Hardin send a 10-day notice to a buyer who has not picked up equipment purchased for $2,175.00. Director Nathan Hill provided reports on a $162,643.10 delinquent account and estimated costs for a solid waste plan and transfer station repairs.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved March meeting agenda
- Approved motion for Attorney Hardin to send a 10-day pickup and payment notice to equipment owner
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Highway meeting
April 6,2026
Roll call
Approval of agenda
Approval of previous agenda
Approval of the 03-02-2026 meeting minutes
Approval of the 03-30-2026 meeting minutes
New business
Old business
Director report
Public Comment
Adjourn
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Carter County Commission
Minutes of:
Landfill Committee
April 06, 2026, 6:00 PM
Members:
Nick Holder - Present
Nancy Brown - Present
Steve Burrough - Present
Lisa Childress – Present
Donnie Cable - Present
Carole Whaley - Present
Danny Deal - Present Kelly Collins - Present
1. Call to Order
Chairman Steve Burrough called the meeting to order at 6:19 Pm.
2. Approval of Agenda
Motion by Kelly Collins, second by Lisa Childress to approve the agenda.
All in favor, motion carried.
3. Approval of previous agenda
Motion by Carole Whaley, second by Nancy Brown to approve the agenda from the March
meeting.
All in favor, motion carried.
4. New Business - None
5. Directors Report –
Nathan Hill distributed his account report and the Kelly Report. He summarized both. There was
discussion about the delinquent account that is $162,643.10 with penalties and interest. The
account has been turned over to Attorney Hardn.
Mr. Hill reported on the equipment that was purchased through GovDeals for $2,175.00 and has
not been picked up. Attorney Hardin stated that it is up to the committee as to what needs to be
done.
Motion by Kelly Collins, second by Nancy Brown, for Attorney Harding to send a letter to the new
owner giving him 10 days to pick it up and pay all late fees.
All in favor, motion carried.
Director Hill stated that he met with TDEC to discuss the 10-year plan to care for the solid waste.
Each county has to have a plan, Carter Count
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Thu Apr 2, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
✓ Decided: Budget Committee approves multiple 2026-2027 department budget requests
The Budget Committee approved funding requests for the Highway Department, UT Extension Office, Solid Waste, Drug Court, Other Local Welfare Services, Chancery Court, General Sessions, and Juvenile Services. Budgets for the Board of Equalization, County Assessor, and Reappraisal Department were deferred to April 9th.
- Approved Highway Department 2026-27 budget of $9,670,080.00 (8-0)
- Approved UT Extension Office 2026-27 budget of $149,379.04 (8-0)
- Approved Solid Waste 2026-27 budget of $2,444,890.10, including $70,000 moved from Capital Outlay to Contracted Services (8-0)
- Approved Drug Court 2026-27 budget of $10,000.00 (8-0)
- Approved Other Local Welfare Services 2026-27 budget of $16,000.00 (8-0)
- Approved Chancery Court 2026-27 budget of $455,672.00 (8-0)
- Approved General Sessions Court 2026-27 budget of $329,355.00 (8-0)
- Approved Juvenile Services 2026-27 budget of $264,950.00 (8-0)
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Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
April 2, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Old Business - None
6. New Business
a) Highway Department 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
b) UT Extension Office 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
c) Solid Waste 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
d) Board of Equalization 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
e) County Assessor Office 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
f) Reappraisal Department 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
g) Drug Court 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
h) Other Local Welfare Services 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
i) Chancery Court 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
j) General Sessions 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
k) Juvenile Services 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
l) Additional Budget Item Discussion
7. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Dr. Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
d) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
e) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
f) Jerry Stout – County Commissioner
g) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
h) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
8. Adjourn
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1 Budget Committee April 2nd, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Carter County, TN
PRESENT: Julie Guinn, Brad Johnson, Jerry Stout, Robert Acuff, Todd Smith, Gary Kemp, Charlene Thomas
ABSENT: Lesley Hughes
SUBSTITUTE: Carole Whaley
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Guinn at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called. Quorum present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Chairwoman Guinn informed the committee that the Board of Equalization, County
Assessor, and Reappraisal Department’s budgets were not complete, and those items would need to be deferred to
the April 9th meeting. Commissioner Acuff made a motion to approve the amended agenda and Commissioner Stout
seconded. Motion carried (8-0).
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
Old Business: None
New Business:
a. Highway Department 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
Shannon Burchett presented the Highway Department’s budget. Their request for the 2026-27
fiscal year was $9,670,080.00, a $$62,206.05 decrease from the approved 2025-26 fiscal year
budget.
Commissioner Smith made a motion to approve the budget request and Commissioner Dr.
Thomas seconded. Motion carried (8-0).
b. UT Extension Office 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
Katlyn Davis presented the UT Extension Office’s budget. Their request for the 2026-27 fiscal
year was $149,379.04, a $15,118.27 increase from the approved 2025-26 fiscal year budget
due to benefits, utilities, and other miscellaneous cost increases.
Commissioner Dr. Acuff made a motion t
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Wed Apr 1, 2026
Financial Management
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Carter County
Financial Management Committee
April 1, 2026 - 9:30 am
1 | P a g e
Financial Management Committee – Agenda
April 1, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Review and approve Minutes for meeting(s) held on:
a) March 4, 2026 (Pages )
5. Public Comments
6. Old Business:
7. New Business:
a) Next Meeting May 6th, 2026
8. Recent Bids, Contracts, Disposals and Credit Application
a) Review of Bid Report – March 2026 (Pages )
b) Review of Contracts –
(i) Sheriff Department – RFP Body Worn Cameras - Draft (Pages )
c) Disposals -
(i) Surplus Property – Building and Grounds (Pages )
(ii) Surplus Property – EMA (Pages )
(iii) Surplus Property – Solid Waste (Pages )
d) Review of Credit Application –
(i) Schools / Bus Garage – World Wide Equipment (Pages )
(ii) Schools / Bus Garage - (Pages )
9. Adjourn
Thu Mar 26, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
Carter County Budget Committee to review 2026-2027 budget presentations
The Budget Committee will hear budget presentations for the 2026-2027 cycle. The meeting includes reports from various county departments and outside agencies.
- Animal Shelter 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
- Sheriff Department 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
- Corrections Department 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
- Elizabethton Parks & Rec, Fire Department, and Public Library presentations
- Carter County 911 presentation
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✓ Decided: Budget Committee approves 2026-2027 funding for multiple county departments
The Budget Committee reviewed and approved budget requests for various county departments and outside agencies for the 2026-27 fiscal year. Most requests were approved, though some were modified or approved with contingency.
- Approved Animal Shelter budget request of $599,956.25 with contingency (6-1)
- Approved Elizabethton Parks & Rec budget request of $25,000.00 with contingency (7-0)
- Approved Elizabethton Fire Department budget request of $10,000.00 with contingency (7-0)
- Approved Elizabethton Public Library budget request of $75,000.00 with contingency and a one-time $20,000.00 grant match (7-0)
- Approved Carter County 911 budget request at $295,885.00 with contingency (6-1)
- Approved Sheriff Department budget request of $7,304,816.00 (7-0)
- Approved Corrections Department budget request of $3,111,861.00 (7-0)
- Approved Mayor's Office budget request of $260,595.30 (7-0)
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Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
March 26, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Old Business - None
6. New Business
a) Animal Shelter 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
b) Elizabethton Parks & Rec – Outside Agency Presentation
c) Elizabethton Fire Department - Outside Agency Presentation
d) Elizabethton Public Library - Outside Agency Presentation
e) Carter County 911 - Outside Agency Presentation
f) Sheriff Department 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
g) Corrections Department 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
h) Other Public Safety 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
i) Litter Grant 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
j) Mayor’s Office 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
k) EMA 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
l) Inspection & Regulation 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
m) County Buildings 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
n) Communications 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
o) Veterans Office 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
p) Medical Death Investigator 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
7. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
d) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
e) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
f) Jerry Stout – County Commissioner
g) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
h) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
8. Adjourn
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1 Budget Committee March 26th, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Carter County, TN
PRESENT: Julie Guinn, Brad Johnson, Jerry Stout, Robert Acuff, Todd Smith, Lesley Hughes, Charlene Thomas
ABSENT: Gary Kemp
SUBSTITUTE:
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Guinn at 6:05 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called. Quorum present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Chairwoman Guinn made an amendment to the agenda to add the Drug Fund to the
agenda. The Litter Grant became i1 and the Drug Fund became i2. Commissioner Dr. Acuff made a motion to
approve the agenda as amended and Commissioner Dr. Thomas seconded. Motion carried (7-0).
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
Old Business: None
New Business:
a. Animal Shelter 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
Shannon Posada presented the Animal Shelter’s budget. Their request for the 2026-27 fiscal year
was $599,956.25, a $17,167.38 increase from the approved 2025-26 fiscal year budget due to
benefits and supply cost increases.
She stated that the Animal Shelter hired a part-time animal control officer and some members of
the committee stated they were displeased with the fact that the Animal Shelter did not bring that
request to the committee first.
Shannon Posada stated that the current animal control officer has been having some ‘medical
issues’ recently and has been in and out of work due to them. So, they needed to get someone in
to handle the animal control calls when he is out.
Commissioner Smith made a motion to approve th
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Mon Mar 16, 2026
Regular Session
Commissioners consider $3.2 million education capital project budget amendment
The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several budget amendments and infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes a public hearing for a rezoning request and the appointment of a Board of Education representative.
- Rezoning request for 110 Rex Harrell Road from R-1 to A-1
- Education Capital Project Fund budget amendment of $3,200,000.00
- White Rocks Tower Site Access Road Improvements bid process estimated at $650,000.00
- Two RK&K Poga Bridge contract addendums for $362,447.87 and $567,334.30
- Emergency and Rescue Squad pilot program staffing at $113,694.28
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✓ Decided: Commission approves $3.2M education fund amendment and emergency rescue pilot
The Board of Commissioners approved several budget amendments, including $3.2 million for the Education Capital Project Fund. They also authorized a new emergency rescue squad pilot program and funding for bridge inspection services.
- Approved $113,694.28 for Emergency and Rescue Squad pilot program (21-0)
- Approved RK&K Poga Bridge 1 inspection services up to $362,447.87 (21-0)
- Approved RK&K Poga Bridge 2 inspection services up to $567,334.30 (21-0)
- Approved White Rocks Tower Site Access Road bid process estimated at $650,000 (21-0)
- Approved $3,200,000 Education Capital Project Fund budget amendment (21-0)
- Approved $1,341,419.35 County Fund budget amendment (21-0)
- Deferred 8th District Board of Education vacancy appointment to April 20, 2026 (21-0)
- Approved property transfer from Sheriff’s Office to Medical Death Investigator (21-0)
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Carter County, Tennessee
REGULAR SESSION
Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan
3. Roll Call- County Clerk
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Opening Prayer- Commissioner Dr. Robert Acuff
6. Pledge of Allegiance – Commissioner Steve Burrough
7. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
8. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from the February 17, 2026 Regular Meeting
9. Approval of Notaries & Bonds
10. Nominations and Appointment to fill Vacancy for the 8th District Representative on
the Carter County Board of Education.
11. Public Hearing & Consideration of Rezoning Request for property located at 110
Rex Harrell Road from current classification of R -1 to new classification of A -1
Planning Office
12. Finance Director Report – Finance Director Carolyn Watson
13. Public Comments- 5 minutes per person
14. Monthly Committee Reports (specific action items listed for each committee)
A. Budget Committee:
1. Motion to approve the Carter County Emergency and Rescue Squad pilot
program to staff two employees, with one each at the Elk Mills/Poga VFD
and the Roan Mountain VFD to provide weekday daytime emergency
response coverage at total cost of $113,694.28, with funds coming from
the Sheriff’s Excess Board Bill Reserves. Carter County Emergency and
Rescue Squad will provide quarterly status update.
2. Motion to approve the addendum to the RK&K Poga Bridge 1 contra
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Board of Commissioners
Carter County, TN
Regular Session
March 16, 2026, 6:00 PM
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Kelly Collins at 6:00 PM.
II. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan – Chair Collins
III. Roll Call – County Clerk
Present:
Keith Range
Nick Holder
Robert Acuff
Nancy Brown
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Angie Odom
Danny Deal
Gary Kemp
Jerry Proffitt
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Jason Clawson
Carole Whaley
Lesley Hughes
Aaron Frazier
Jerry Stout
Thomas Proffitt
Kelly Collins
Absent:
Donnie Cable Todd Smith
Twenty-one (21) present, two (2) absent
Chair Collins informed the commissioners that William Bridger resigned from the
commission effective immediately.
IV. Approval of Agenda
Chair Collins asked to remove the Public Hearing & Consideration of Rezoning Request for
property located at 110 Rex Harrell Road from current classification of R-1 to new
classification of A-1 – Planning Office. Also, add UT Extension Week presentation after
Approval of Notaries & Bonds.
Motion by Brad Johnson, second by Gary Kemp to approve the agenda as amended.
Electronic Vote as Follows:
Yes:
Keith Range
Nick Holder
Robert Acuff
Nancy Brown
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Angie Odom
Danny Deal
Gary Kemp
Jerry Proffitt
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Jason Clawson
Carole Whaley
Lesley Hughes
Aaron Frazier
Jerry Stout
Thomas Proffitt
Kelly Collins
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Thu Mar 12, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
Carter County Budget Committee to review 2026-2027 budget presentations
The Budget Committee will hear budget presentations for the 2026-2027 cycle from various county offices and outside agencies. These presentations provide the financial requirements for county operations and justice administration.
- Budget presentations from County Election Commission, County Trustee, and County Clerk
- Budget presentations for Circuit Court and Other Administration of Justice
- Budget presentations for Finance, Postal Charges & Rentals, and Preservation of Records
- Presentations from Carter County Soil Conservation, First TN Development District, Imagination Library, and Second Harvest Food Bank
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✓ Decided: Budget Committee approves 2026-27 budget requests for multiple county offices
The Budget Committee approved 2026-27 fiscal year budget requests for several outside agencies and county administrative offices. Most requests were approved as presented, with some reflecting increases due to benefits and supply costs.
- Approved Imagination Library budget request of $5,000 with contingency (8-0)
- Approved Carter County Soil Conservation budget request of $44,000 with contingency (8-0)
- Approved First TN Development District budget request of $13,015 with contingency (8-0)
- Approved Second Harvest Food Bank budget request of $10,000 with contingency (8-0)
- Approved County Election Commission budget request of $526,864.75 (8-0)
- Approved Commission budget request of $160,859.50 (8-0)
- Approved County Trustee budget request of $576,182.36 (8-0)
- Approved County Clerk budget request of $682,180.00 (8-0)
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Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
March 12, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Old Business - None
6. New Business
a) Carter County Soil Conservation - Outside Agency Presentation
b) First TN Development District – Outside Agency Presentation
c) Imagination Library – Outside Agency Presentation
d) Second Harvest Food Bank – Outside Agency Presentation
e) County Election Commission 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
f) Commission 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
g) County Trustee 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
h) County Clerk 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
i) Circuit Court 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
j) Other Administration of Justice 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
k) Finance 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
l) Postal Charges & Rentals 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
m) Preservation of Records 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
7. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
d) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
e) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
f) Jerry Stout – County Commissioner
g) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
h) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
8. Adjourn
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1 Budget Committee March 12th, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Carter County, TN
PRESENT: Julie Guinn, Brad Johnson, Jerry Stout, Gary Kemp, Todd Smith, Lesley Hughes, Charlene Thomas
ABSENT: Robert Acuff
SUBSTITUTE: Keith Range
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Guinn at 6:05 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called. Quorum present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Chairwoman Guinn made an amendment to the agenda to move Imagination Library to
the beginning of the presentations. Commissioner Johnson made a motion to approve the amended agenda and
Commissioner Kemp seconded. Motion carried (8-0).
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
Old Business: None
New Business:
a. Imagination Library – Outside Agency Presentation
Creola Miller presented the Imagination Library’s budget. Their request for the 2026-27 fiscal
year was $5,000.00, the same as the approved 2025-26 fiscal year budget.
Commissioner Stout made a motion to approve the budget request, with contingency, and
Commissioner Kemp seconded. Motion carried (8-0).
b. Carter County Soil Conservation - Outside Agency Presentation
Michael Niddifer presented the Carter County Soil Conservation’s budget. Their request for the
2026-27 fiscal year was $44,000.00, the same as the approved 2025-26 fiscal year budget.
Commissioner Capt. Range made a motion to approve the budget request, with contingency,
and Commissioner Stout seconded. Motion carried (8-0).
c. First TN Development District – Outside Agency Presen
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
Regular Session
✓ Decided: Animal Shelter Board approves February meeting minutes
The board approved the minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting. Members discussed the FECCAS clinic progress and the potential for a microchipping program. The board agreed to share shelter statistics with the Elizabethton Star.
- Approved February 10, 2025 meeting minutes
- Agreed to share shelter statistics with the Elizabethton Star
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Collins reported that the hazard or emergency pay discussed at the last meeting is also being addressed
by the Landfill committee. Simerly asked if this would be included in this year’s budget. Posada stated
that the shelter does not expect a large increase in budget for this year.
Posada introduced Avery Welter as the new part-time animal control officer.
Jim Winchester addressed the group. He stated that the major issue for the county is the Spay/Neuter
clinic. He believes there is not sufficient urgency in completing the FECCAS clinic. He recommends a
“sub-building” inside the existing frame. He said he believes the first step is an occupancy permit from
the City of Elizabethton. He also believes that the second problem is the stray animal population. He
feels that a microchipping program through the shelter will help solve this problem. Simerly stated that
the City does not have a staff to do maintenance on the building. Gouge stated that a copy of the
regulations for the building and construction is available at City Hall or online.
Winchester also stated that it would be beneficial to make sure that legal finding for cruelty cases are
publicized to possibly deter future animal cruelty actions.
Collins stated that the microchip program has been discussed before but was cost prohibitive at this
time. Posada stated that a microchip program could be offered at the FECCAS vaccine clinics.
Discussion ensued about the Spay/Neuter voucher program at the shelter. Winchester
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Mon Mar 9, 2026
Budget Committee Regular Meeting/Hearing
Budget Committee to review agency requests and bridge contract addendums
The Budget Committee will review funding requests from outside agencies and county departments. The body will also discuss contract addendums for Poga Bridge 1 and 2 and set dates for upcoming budget hearings.
- Contract addendums for Poga Bridge 1 and Poga Bridge 2 with RK&K
- Funding requests for Carter County Volunteer Fire Association, Elizabethton Senior Center, and other agencies
- EMA request for new vehicle funding
- Budget amendments 101 BA 9, 116 BA 6, 117 BA 2, 131 BA 6, 141 BA 6, 142 BA 5, 145 BA 2, and 177 BA 3
- Review of Schaus and Schaus Final NRCS invoices
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✓ Decided: Budget Committee approves emergency rescue pilot and Poga Bridge contracts
The committee approved a one-year emergency response pilot program for remote areas and authorized two contract addendums for Poga Bridge construction oversight. Several outside agency and department budget requests for the 2026-27 fiscal year were approved with contingency. The committee also authorized the bid process for White Rocks Tower site access road improvements.
- Approved $113,694.28 for Rescue Squad/Fire Association pilot program (8-0)
- Approved RK&K Poga Bridge 1 inspection contract up to $362,447.87 (7-1)
- Approved RK&K Poga Bridge 2 inspection contract up to $567,334.30 (7-1)
- Approved White Rocks Tower Site Access Road bid process estimated at $650,000 (8-0)
- Approved 2026-27 budget requests for Volunteer Fire Association ($630,000), Senior Center ($26,500), Honor Guard ($10,000), First TN HRA ($30,570), Farmer's Market ($2,500), Children's Advocacy Center ($5,000), and Red Cross ($2,500) (all 8-0)
- Approved 2026-27 budget requests for Tourism ($400,000), Pauper Burials ($13,000), and ETSU Pathology ($148,371.80) (all 8-0)
- Approved Schaus invoices for $18,232.00 and $3,120.00 (both 6-2)
- Required EMA to obtain price estimates for less expensive vehicles instead of the requested $70,979.32 Toyota Tundra (8-0)
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Budget Committee
March 9, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
1
Budget Committee Agenda
March 9, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Review and Approval of Budget Committee Meeting
a) February 9, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
b) February 26, 2026 Budget Minutes Page(s)
6. Old Business
a) Emergency Spend List Page(s)
b) Fund Balance Requirements Page(s)
7. New Business
a) Outside Agency Requests
(1) Carter County Volunteer Fire Association Page(s)
(2) Elizabethton Senior Center Page(s)
(3) Honor Guard Page(s)
(4) First TN Human Resource Agency Page(s)
(5) Elizabethton Farmer’s Market Page(s)
(6) Children’s Advocacy Center Page(s)
(7) Red Cross Page(s)
b) Department Budget Requests
(1) Election Commission Page(s)
(2) Tourism Page(s)
(3) Other Local Welfare – Pauper Burials Page(s)
(4) Other Public Health – ETSU Pathology Page(s)
c) Poga Bridge1 RK&K Contract Addendum Page(s)
d) Poga Bridge 2 RK&K Contract Addendum Page(s)
e) White Rock Proposal Discussion Page(s)
f) Schaus Invoice Review Page(s)
g) Schaus Final NRCS Invoice Review Page(s)
h) EMA Request for New Vehicle Funding Page(s)
i) Budget Hearing Date March 12th at 6pm
j) Budget Hearing Date March 19th at 6pm
k) Budget Hearing Date March 26th at 6pm
l) Next Regular Monthly Meeting Date April 13th at 6pm
8. Preliminary Expense Reports / Fund Balance Payment Report
a) February 2026 County & Schools Financial Report Pag
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1 Budget Committee March 9th, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Carter County, TN
PRESENT: Julie Guinn, Brad Johnson, Jerry Stout, Gary Kemp, Todd Smith, Robert Acuff, Charlene Thomas
ABSENT: Lesley Hughes
SUBSTITUTE: Carole Whaley
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Guinn at 6:05 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called. Quorum present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Chairwoman Guinn stated that Election Commission (item b1 under new business) was
unable to present and would be rescheduled to March 12th. She also added Item C to old business for the Carter
County Rescue Squad. A motion to approve the amended agenda was made by Commissioner Stout and seconded
by Commissioner Smith. Motion carried (8-0).
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Brad Sitesinger addressed the committee to inform them of a website called “Church Voter
Guides”. The purpose of this website is to let Carter County Citizens learn more about the
2026 candidates. He informed the committee that the website should be launched in
about 4 days. Once launched, the candidates can take a questionnaire that will be posted
to the website to let citizens know their stances on specific topics.
Review and Approval of Budget Committee Meeting Minutes:
a. February 9th, 2026
A motion to approve the February 9th minutes was made by Commissioner Dr. Thomas and
seconded by Commissioner Stout. Motion carried (5-3).
b. February 26th, 2026
A motion to approve the February 26th minutes was made by Commissioner Smith and sec
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Wed Mar 4, 2026
Financial Management
Financial Management Committee to discuss bridge oversight and personnel policies
The committee will discuss fee proposals for POGA Bridge construction oversight and a proposal from White Rock. Members will also review a personnel inclement weather policy and February 2026 bid reports.
- RK&K Fee Proposal for Oversite of POGA Bridge 1 Construction
- RK&K Fee Proposal for Oversite of POGA Bridge 2 Construction
- White Rock Proposal
- Personnel Inclement Weather Policy
- Sheriff Department copier contract and Nova/Tech agreement
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Financial Management Committee
March 4, 2026 - 9:30 am
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Financial Management Committee – Agenda
February 4, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Review and approve Minutes for meeting(s) held on:
a) February 4, 2026 (Pages )
5. Public Comments
6. Old Business:
a) RK&K Fee Proposal for Oversite of POGA Bridge 1 Construction Discussion
b) RK&K Fee Proposal for Oversite of POGA Bridge 2 Construction Discussion
c) White Rock Proposal (Pages )
7. New Business:
a) Personnel Inclement Weather Policy
b) Next Meeting April 1st, 2026
8. Recent Bids, Contracts, Disposals and Credit Application
a) Review of Bid Report – February 2026 (Pages )
b) Review of Contracts –
(i) Sheriff Department – copier contract & Nova/Tech agreement (Pages )
c) Disposals -
(i) Transfer of Vehicle from Sheriff Dept to Med Death Investigator Dept (Pages )
d) Review of Credit Application – None
9. Adjourn
Tue Mar 3, 2026
Regular Session
Law Enforcement Committee to discuss CCSD equipment and bonuses
The Carter County Law Enforcement Committee will meet to discuss new equipment purchases for the CCSD. The committee will also consider ways to provide bonuses and recognition to CCSD staff following an increase in revenue from certification.
- Discussion of new equipment purchases for CCSD
- Proposal for CCSD bonuses related to certification revenue increase
- Discussion on ways to recognize CCSD staff
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✓ Decided: Committee approves architect estimate for Folsom House preservation
The Buildings & Grounds Committee voted to obtain an architect's estimate and blueprint for preserving the Folsom House. A motion to demolish the house failed. The committee also deferred the election of a new chair until next month.
- Approved motion to get architect estimate and blueprint for Folsom House preservation (4-3)
- Denied motion to tear down Folsom House (3-3-1)
- Tabled election of new committee chair
- Approved January 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-2)
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AGENDA
March 3, 2026 6:00 PM
Call Meeting to Order
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda
Approval of the January 2026 minutes
Public Comments
Old Business
New Business representatives From CCSD will discuss new equipment purchase
New business look at ways to give bonus CCSD For Job well done for the increase in rev due to certification .
Would like to discuss ways to recognize the hard work of the CCSD
Commissioner Comments
Adjourn
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Carter County Commission
Minutes of:
Building and Grounds
March 03, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Members:
Keith Range – Present William Bridger - Absent
Avery Wynn – Present Jason Clawson – Present
Angie Odom – Absent Aaron Frazier - Present
Jerry Proffitt – Present Thomas Proffitt – Absent
A. Call to Order & Roll Call
The Buildings & Grounds Committee was called to order by Chair Aaron Frazier at 6:40 PM
Steve Burrough sat in for Angie Odom, Jerry Stout sat in for Thomas Proffitt. Seven members
present.
B. Election of Chair & potentially other positions.
Chair Frazier asked for nominations to elect a new chair for the committee.
After discussion it was decided to table this until next month.
Motion by Jerry Proffitt, second by Avery Wynn to defer till next month.
All in favor, motion carried.
C. Adoption of Agenda
Motion by Avery Wynn, second by Jason Clawson to approve the agenda.
All in favor, motion carried.
D. Prayer – Chairman Aaron Frazier
E. Pledge – Commissioner Avery Wynn
F. Approval of the minutes of the January 2026 meeting and others as needed.
Motion by Jerry Proffitt, second by Keith Range to approve the minutes from the January 2026
meeting.
Steve Burrough and Jerry Stout abstained, five (5) yes votes, motion carried.
G. Public Comments - None
H. Old Business
a. UT-Ag Extension office interim facility
Attorney Hardin stated that the closing is tomorrow.
b. Folsom House Options
i. Archive Options at site – No updates
His
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Regular Session
Commission discusses paid member pilot program for three fire departments
The Health & Welfare Committee is meeting to discuss a new pilot program. The program involves adding two paid members to specific fire departments.
- Pilot program for Poga/Elk Mills and Roan Mountain Fire Departments for 2 paid members
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✓ Decided: Committee approves pilot program for paid firefighters in two districts
The Health and Welfare Committee approved the Daytime Career Firefighter Staffing Initiative. This pilot program funds one professional firefighter for the Elk Mills/Poga Volunteer Fire Department and one for the Roan Mountain Volunteer Fire Department.
- Approved Daytime Career Firefighter Staffing Initiative pilot program (unanimous)
- Approved January 2026 meeting minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
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Carter County Commission
Health & Welfare Committee
Regular Session
March 3, 2026
6:00 pm
Agenda
Call to order
Roll call
Approve Agenda
Approval of minutes from January meeting, There was no meeting in February
Public comments
Old Business
A. None
New Business
A. Fire Depts and Rescue Squad. Pilot program for Poga/Elk Mills and Roan
Mountain Fire Departments for 2 paid members
Commissioner comments
Adjourn
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Minutes of:
Health and Welfare
March 03, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Members:
Keith Range – Present William Bridger - Absent
Avery Wynn – Present Jason Clawson – Present
Angie Odom – Absent Aaron Frazier - Present
Jerry Proffitt – Present Thomas Proffitt – Absent
1. Call to Order
The Health and Welfare Committee was called to order by Chairman Keith Range 6:07 PM.
2. Roll Call
Steve Burrough sat in for Angie Odom, Jerry Stout sat in for Thomas Proffitt.
3. Approval of Agenda
Motion by Aaron Frazier, second by Avery Wynn to approve the agenda.
All in favor, motion carried.
4. Approval of the minutes of the January 2026 meeting
Motion by Avery Wynn, second by Jason Clawson to approve the minutes from the January
2026 meeting.
Steve Burrough and Jerry Stout abstained, five (5) yes votes, motion carried.
5. Public Comments - None
6. Old Business - None
7. New Business
a. Fire Department and Rescue Squad pilot program for Poga/Elk Mills and Roan Mountain Fire
Departments for 2 paid members.
Terry Arnold, Executive Director of the Carter County Rescue Squad, presented a proposal
(attached) to the committee asking for consideration of the Daytime Career Firefighter Staffing
Initiative. This would fund the placement of one professional firefighter at each of the Elk
Mills/Poga Volunteer Fire Department and the Roan Mountain Volunteer Fire Department.
Motion by Steve Burrough, second by Jason Clawson to approve the Carter Count
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Mon Mar 2, 2026
Regular Session
Carter County Commission Education Committee to receive school report
The Education Committee will meet to review the Carter County School Report. No new or old business items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Carter County School Report
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✓ Decided: Education Committee approves January 2026 meeting minutes
The Education Committee approved the agenda and the minutes from January 2026. Dr. Diana Bowers provided a report on Carter County Schools regarding state curriculum reviews, special education, and summer school scheduling. No new business was decided.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved January 2026 minutes (6-0, 2 abstentions)
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Carter County Commission Education Committee Agenda
March 2, 2026 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Approval of Minutes- January 2026
5. Public Comments
6. Old Business-None
7. New Business-None
8. Carter County School Report
9. Commissioner Comments
10. Adjourn
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Carter County Commission
Minutes of:
Education Committee
March 02, 2026, 6:00 PM
Members:
Nick Holder - Present
Nancy Brown - Absent
Steve Burrough - Present
Lisa Childress - Present
Donnie Cable - Present
Carole Whaley - Present
Danny Deal - Present Kelly Collins - Present
1. Call to Order
The Education Committee was called to order by Chairwoman Lisa Childress at 6:00 PM
2. Roll Call
Julie Guinn sat in for Nancy Brown. Eight members present.
3. Approval of Agenda
Motion by Steve Burrough, second by Kelly Collins to approve the agenda.
All in favor, motion carried.
4. Approval of Previous Minutes, January 2026
Motion by Danny Deal, second by Nick Holder to approve the minutes from January 2026.
Six (6) yes votes, Julie Guinn and Kelly Collins abstained, motion carried.
5. Public Comments - None
6. Old Business - None
7. New Business - None
8. Carter County Schools Report
Dr. Diana Bowers addressed the committee speaking about how they are working with the
State Department by allowing people from the state to come in and look at Math or English
mainly from grades 3-6. This is a testimony on how well the teachers and system are doing
their curriculum. The special education department is working with the CTE department to
make sure that all get equal access. There are some students who will receive their Medical
Coding license upon their high school graduation. Summer school will be at Hampton
elementary this year from May 26
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Thu Feb 26, 2026
Special Called Budget Meeting/Hearing
Carter County Budget Committee to hear 2026-2027 budget presentations
The Budget Committee will hear presentations from several outside agencies and county offices. These presentations are part of the 2026-2027 budget process.
- Budget presentation from County Attorney
- Budget presentation from Register of Deeds
- Presentations from East Tn Spay & Neuter, Keep Carter County Beautiful, and Loaves & Fishes
- Presentations from TN Rehabilitation Center and Upper East TN Human Development Agency
- Presentations from Boys & Girls Club, ARM, Carter County 911, Butler Fire Department, The Shepherd’s Inn, and Carter Compassion Center
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✓ Decided: Budget Committee approves multiple agency funding requests for 2026-2027
The Budget Committee approved funding for the Register of Deeds, the County Attorney, and several outside agencies. One funding request for the TN Rehabilitation Center was denied, and the Carter County 911 request was tabled.
- Approved Register of Deeds budget request of $339,403.13 (8-0)
- Approved County Attorney budget request of $93,380.00 (8-0)
- Approved Butler Volunteer Fire Department budget request of $20,000.00 (8-0)
- Approved Boys and Girls Club budget request of $25,000.00 (8-0)
- Approved ARM budget request of $10,000.00 (8-0)
- Denied TN Rehabilitation Center budget request of $10,000.00 (8-0)
- Tabled Carter County 911 budget request of $389,291.00 (5-3)
- Approved funding for Loaves & Fishes ($12,000), The Shepherd’s Inn ($12,000), and Carter Compassion Center ($6,000) (8-0)
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Carter County
Budget Committee Meeting / Hearing
February 26, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Old Business - None
6. New Business
a) East Tn Spay & Neuter - Outside Agency Presentation
b) Keep Carter County Beautiful – Outside Agency Presentation
c) Loaves & Fishes – Outside Agency Presentation
d) TN Rehabilitation Center – Outside Agency Presentation
e) Upper East TN Human Development Agency – Outside Agency Presentation
f) Boys & Girls Club – Outside Agency Presentation
g) ARM – Outside Agency Presentation
h) Carter County 911 – Outside Agency Presentation
i) Butler Fire Department – Outside Agency Presentation
j) The Shepherd’s Inn – Outside Agency Presentation
k) Carter Compassion Center – Outside Agency Presentation
l) County Attorney 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
m) Register of Deeds 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
7. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
d) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
e) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
f) Jerry Stout – County Commissioner
g) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
h) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
8. Adjourn
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1 Budget Committee February 9th, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Carter County, TN
PRESENT: Julie Guinn, Brad Johnson, Jerry Stout, Gary Kemp, Todd Smith, Lesley Hughes
ABSENT: Robert Acuff, Charlene Thomas
SUBSTITUTE: Keith Range, Lisa Childress
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Guinn at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called. Quorum present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Chairwoman Guinn proposed moving Item M (Register of Deeds) to Item A and Item C
(Loaves and Fishes) to Item B. Commissioner Kemp made a motion to approve the amended agenda and was
seconded by Commissioner Stout. Motion carried (8-0).
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None
Old Business: None
New Business:
a. Register of Deeds 2026-2027 Budget Presentation
A motion to approve the Register of Deed’s budget request of $339,403.13 with contingency was
made by Commissioner Capt. Range and seconded by Commissioner Childress. Motion carried
(8-0).
b. Loaves & Fishes – Outside Agency Presentation
A motion to approve Loaves & Fishes’ budget request of $12,000.00, the same amount as the
approved 2025-26 budget, with contingency was made by Commissioner Hughes and seconded by
Commissioner Kemp. Motion carried (8-0).
c. East Tn Spay & Neuter - Outside Agency Presentation
A motion to approve East TN Spay and Neuter’s budget request of $2,500.00, the same amount as
the approved 2025-26 budget, with contingency was made by Commissioner Capt. Range and
seconded by Commissioner Childress. Motion
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Tue Feb 17, 2026
Regular Session
Commissioners consider 4-year property reappraisal cycle and flood recovery funding
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution to establish a continuous 4-year reappraisal cycle for property. The meeting includes several budget amendments and contracts related to Hurricane Helene recovery and infrastructure.
- Resolution authorizing a continuous 4-year reappraisal cycle
- Budget amendment of $1,926,463.00 for Other Capital Projects-Helene Fund
- RK&K addendum for Poga Road Bridge #1 inspection up to $362,447.87
- RK&K addendum for Poga Road Bridge #2 inspection up to $567,334.30
- Payment to Schaus Professional Services for $22,4445.80
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✓ Decided: Carter County approves 4-year property reappraisal cycle
The Board of Commissioners approved a new 4-year property reappraisal cycle and the associated reappraisal plan. The board also approved several budget amendments, including nearly $2 million for Helene-related capital projects.
- Approved 4-year property reappraisal cycle (19-1)
- Approved Property Assessor's Reappraisal Plan (17-3)
- Approved $1,926,463 budget amendment for Other Capital Projects-Helene Fund (20-0)
- Approved $10,000 for Carter County Tennessee Honor Guard (20-0)
- Approved $22,200 payment to Schaus Professional Services (14-5-1)
- Approved $103,173.12 County Fund budget amendment (20-0)
- Approved Resolution 901 recognizing four National Guard members for Hurricane Helene service (20-0)
- Returned two RK&K Poga Road Bridge addendums to Financial Management Committee for review
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Carter County, Tennessee
REGULAR SESSION
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan
3. Roll Call- County Clerk
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Opening Prayer- Commissioner Danny Deal
6. Pledge of Allegiance – Commissioner Dr. Robert Acuff
7. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
8. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from the January 20, 2026 Regular Meeting
9. Approval of Notaries & Bonds
10. Consideration of "A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING SERGEANT FIRST CLASS
NORMAN MULLEN, STAFF SERGEANT CODY JOHNSON, SPECIALIST
ETHAN WARD AND SPECIALIST BRANDON MOORE, MEMBERS OF
TENNESSEE ARMY NATIONAL GUARD 776TH SUPPORT MAINTENANCE
COMPANY, FOR THEIR SERVICE TO THE CITIZENS OF CARTER COUNTY
AND THE SURROUNDING AREA DURING THE RESPONSE TO HURRICANE
HELENE.”
11. Tourism Partnership Presentation – Elizabethton-Carter County Chamber of
Commerce, Northeast Tennessee Tourism Association (NETTA) and BRIDGE
Regional, Inc.
12. Consideration of Reappraisal Plan submitted by Property Assessor Shane
Simerly and “RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTINUOUS 4-YEAR
REAPPRAISAL CYCLE.”
13. Finance Director Report – Finance Director Carolyn Watson
14. Disaster Update – EMA Office
15. Communications Project Update – Communications Officer Mark Ridings
16. Public Comments- 5 minutes per person
17. Monthly Committee Reports (specific action items listed for each committee)
A. Budget Co
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Board of Commissioners
Carter County, TN
Regular Session
February 17, 2026, 6:00 PM
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Kelly Collins at 6:00 PM.
II. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan – Chair Collins
III. Roll Call – County Clerk
Present:
Keith Range
Nick Holder
Nancy Brown
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Angie Odom
Danny Deal
Gary Kemp
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Donnie Cable
Jason Clawson
Todd Smith
Carole Whaley
Lesley Hughes
Jerry Stout
Thomas Proffitt
Kelly Collins
Absent:
Robert Acuff
Jerry Proffitt
William Bridger
Aaron Frazier
Twenty (20) present, four (4) absent
IV. Approval of Agenda
Chair Collins stated that there was a change to the Pledge of Allegiance. Dr. Acuff was
unable to attend, she would do the Pledge. She stated that there were also going to be a few
changes to the Financial Management report.
Motion by Avery Wynn, second by Danny Deal to approve the agenda as amended.
Electronic Vote as Follows:
Yes:
Keith Range
Nick Holder
Nancy Brown
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Angie Odom
Danny Deal
Gary Kemp
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Donnie Cable
Jason Clawson
Todd Smith
Carole Whaley
Lesley Hughes
Jerry Stout
Thomas Proffitt
Kelly Collins
With twenty (20) yes votes, motion carried.
V. Opening Prayer – Commissioner Danny Deal
VI. Pledge of Allegiance – Commission Chairwoman Kelly Collins
VII. Recognitio
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Tue Feb 10, 2026
Regular Session
✓ Decided: Animal Shelter Board approves second part-time ACO position
The Animal Shelter Board approved the creation of an additional part-time Animal Control Officer (ACO) position to ensure call coverage. The board also approved the minutes from the January 13, 2025, meeting. Other items discussed included facility repairs and vehicle maintenance.
- Approved second part-time ACO position (unanimous)
- Approved January 13, 2025 meeting minutes
- Rescinded motion to offer bonuses to employees working on closed days
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Animal Shelter Board Meeting Minutes
10 February 2026
Carter County Courthouse
The Animal Shelter Board met on 10 February 2026 at the Carter County Courthouse.
Mike Barnett called the meeting to order at 6:07 p.m.
Mike Barnett asked for the roll call. Members present were Mike Barnett, Danny Deal, Kelly Collins, Deb
Gouge, Mike Simerly and Wes Frazier. Dr. Bob Acuff was absent. Director Shannon Posada was also in
attendance.
Barnett asked the members to review the minutes of the 13 January 2025 meeting. Collins moved to
approve the minutes. Gouge seconded. Minutes approved.
Deal said that the ceiling should be finished before the electrical and walls are installed. Deal wil! get the
electrical supplies and have those ready for the installers.
Posada said there are still several cruelty cases underway. Case with cat has been dismissed. The large
cruelty case has been postponed to March 7". The other cases have been postponed.
January numbers:
Dog Intakes — 69
Cat Intakes - 38
Dog RTO - 10
Cat RTO -1
Dog Adoptions — 47
Cat Adoptions — 50
Transfer to Asheville ASPCA BRC - 5
Current numbers:
Current Dogs — 37 (12 in foster)
Current Cats — 57 (2 in foster)
Posada reported that the recent extreme cold conditions were handled well. No dogs had to stay in the
outside kennels.
Valentine’s day adoption event will be held on this Thursday and Friday.
Posada requested that the Board consider approving another ACO part-time position. Anytime ACO
Darrin Lacy needs to be
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
Budget Committee Regular Meeting
Carter County Budget Committee to review budget amendments and EMA vehicle changes
The Budget Committee will discuss the budget process and review several budget amendments. The body is also considering the disposal and purchase of a vehicle for the EMA.
- EMA disposal of vehicle and purchase of vehicle
- Budget amendments 101 BA 8, 131 BA 5, 141 BA 7, 143 BA 1, and 180 BA 6
- High Resolution Ortho Imagery and Oblique Imagery Services
- January 2026 County & Schools Financial Report
- Tourism Partnership Opportunities
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✓ Decided: Budget Committee approves $10,000 for Honor Guard uniforms
The committee approved funding for the Carter County Tennessee Honor Guard and moved a tourism contract to the full commission. A proposal for high-resolution imagery services was defeated. Several budget amendments and a vendor invoice were approved.
- Approved $10,000 for Honor Guard uniforms from Sheriff’s Inmate Phone Reserves (7-0)
- Moved tourism contract to full commission (7-0)
- Denied funding for Eagle View imagery services (4-3)
- Approved Schaus invoice 13026 for $22,445.80 (6-1)
- Approved County Fund Budget Amendment 101-8 for $103,173.12 (7-0)
- Approved Highway Fund Budget Amendment 131-5 for $20,200.00 (7-0)
- Approved General Purpose School Fund Budget Amendment 141-7 for $52,200.00 (7-0)
- Approved Helene Bond Fund Budget Amendment 180-6 for $1,926,463.00 (7-0)
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Carter County
Budget Committee
February 9, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
1
Budget Committee Agenda
February 9, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Review and Approval of Budget Committee Meeting
a) January 12, 2025 Budget Minutes Page(s)
6. Old Business
a) Emergency Spend List Page(s)
b) Fund Balance Requirements Page(s)
c) High Resolution Ortho Imagery and Oblique Imagery Services Page(s)
7. New Business
a) Andy Wetzel – Honer Guard
b) Tourism Partnership Opportunities Page(s)
c) EMA Disposal of Vehicle and Purchase of Vehicle
d) Schaus Invoice Page(s)
e) Budget Process Discussion Page(s)
f) Next Meeting Date March 9th at 6pm
8. Preliminary Expense Reports / Fund Balance Payment Report
a) January 2026 County & Schools Financial Report Page(s)
9. Budget Amendments:
a) 101 BA 8 Page(s)
b) 131 BA 5 Page(s)
c) 141 BA 7 Page(s)
d) 143 BA 1 Page(s)
e) 180 BA 6 Page(s)
10. Donation Listing:
a) January 2025 Monetary Donation Listing Page(s)
b) January 2025 Non-Monetary Donation Listing Page(s)
11. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
d) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
e) Jerry Stout – County Commissioner
f) Dr. Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
g) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
f) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
12. Adjour
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1 Budget Committee February 9th, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Carter County, TN
PRESENT: Julie Guinn, Brad Johnson, Jerry Stout, Gary Kemp, Charlene Thomas, Lesley Hughes
ABSENT: Robert Acuff, Todd Smith
SUBSTITUTE: Keith Range
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Guinn at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called. Quorum present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
A motion to approve the agenda was made by Commissioner Dr. Thomas and seconded by Commissioner
Kemp. Motion carried (7-0)
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None
Review and Approval of Budget Committee Meeting Minutes:
a. January 12th, 2026
A motion to approve the January 12th minutes was made by Commissioner Dr. Thomas and
seconded by Commissioner Hughes. Motion carried (5-1) with Commissioner Capt. Range
abstaining.
Old Business:
a. Emergency Spend List
The emergency spend list was included in the packets for the committee.
Commissioner Hughes asked about some of the open items from prior months, wondering if they
were starting to fall off. Finance Director Watson stated she has been emailing reminders to the
respective departments that they still have open po’s to get an update on their status. The Finance
Department cannot close them without departmental approval.
b. Fund Balance Requirements
The fund balance requirements were included in the packet for the committee.
Commissioner Thomas asked Finance Director Watson what our state required fund balance was.
While Finance Director Wa
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Wed Feb 4, 2026
Financial Management
Committee to review RK&K fee proposals for POGA Bridge construction
The Financial Management Committee will review bid reports and contracts. The meeting includes discussions on tourism contracts and fee proposals for bridge construction oversight.
- RK&K Fee Proposal for Oversite of POGA Bridge 1 Construction
- RK&K Fee Proposal for Oversite of POGA Bridge 2 Construction
- Tourism Contracts
- EMA disposal items for GovDeals
- January 2026 Bid Report
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Carter County
Financial Management Committee
February 4, 2026 - 9:30 am
1 | P a g e
Financial Management Committee – Agenda
February 4, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Review and approve Minutes for meeting(s) held on:
a) January 7, 2026 (Pages )
5. Public Comments
6. Old Business:
a) Tourism Contracts (Pages )
7. New Business:
a) N/A
b) Next Meeting March 4th, 2026
8. Recent Bids, Contracts, Disposals and Credit Application
a) Review of Bid Report – January 2026 (Pages )
b) Review of Contracts –
(i) RK&K Fee Proposal for Oversite of POGA Bridge 1 Construction (Pages )
(ii) RK&K Fee Proposal for Oversite of POGA Bridge 2 Construction (Pages )
c) Disposals -
(i) EMA – Disposal Items for GovDeals (Pages )
d) Review of Credit Application – None
9. Adjourn
Tue Jan 20, 2026
Regular Session
Carter County Commissioners to vote on multiple budget amendments
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several budget amendments across various funds, including the County Fund and the Helene Fund. The body will also discuss a reappraisal cycle and a disaster update from the EMA Office.
- Budget Amendment 101-7 for the County Fund in the amount of $1,826,832.65
- Budget Amendment 180-5 for the Other Capital Projects-Helene Fund in the amount of $2,022,966.89
- Budget Amendment 141-6 for the General Purpose School Fund in the amount of $1,552,390.09
- Resolution to name the bridge on Long Hollow Road the 'Blackeye McKinney Memorial Bridge'
- Payments to Schaus Professional Services for $50,479.50 and $2,880.00
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✓ Decided: Commission approves multiple budget amendments and Poga Road bridge contract
The Board of Commissioners approved several budget amendments totaling millions of dollars across various funds, including the Helene and General Purpose School funds. The board also awarded a contract to Summers Taylor for the Poga Road Bridge #1 and #2 replacement project.
- Awarded Poga Road Bridge #1 and #2 Replacement Project to Summers Taylor (19-0)
- Approved County Fund Budget Amendment 101-7 for $1,826,832.65 (19-0)
- Approved Other Capital Projects-Helene Fund Budget Amendment 180-5 for $2,022,966.89 (19-0)
- Approved General Purpose School Fund Budget Amendment 141-6 for $1,552,390.09 (19-0)
- Approved Solid Waste Fund Budget Amendment 116-5 for $745,000.00 (19-0)
- Approved Debt Service Fund Budget Amendment 151-1 for $675,150.00 (19-0)
- Designated Long Hollow Bridge as the 'Blackeye McKinney Memorial Bridge' (18-0)
- Approved payment to Schaus Professional Services for Invoice #10626 for $50,479.50 (13-5)
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AGENDA
Board of County Commissioners
Carter County, Tennessee
REGULAR SESSION
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan
3. Roll Call- County Clerk
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Opening Prayer- Commissioner Todd Smith
6. Pledge of Allegiance – Commissioner Nick Holder
7. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
8. Acceptance of Meeting Minutes from the December 15, 2025 Regular Meeting
9. Approval of Notaries & Bonds
10. Recognition of the Volunteer Fire Departments and Constables who assisted with
the response to the fire at the Carter County Landfill – Mayor Patty Woodby
11. Mayoral Report – Mayor Patty Woodby
12. "A RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIVES OF THE MCKINNEY FAMILY AND
DESIGNATING THE BRIDGE SPANNING THE DOE RIVER ON LONG HOLLOW
ROAD IN THE VALLEY FORGE COMMUNITY OF CARTER COUNTY AS THE
“BLACKEYE MCKINNEY MEMORIAL BRIDGE”
13. Reappraisal Cycle Presentation – Gabe Looney, CTAS & Property Assessor
Shane Simerly
14. Finance Director Report – Finance Director Carolyn Watson
15. Disaster Update – EMA Office
16. Public Comments- 5 minutes per person
17. Monthly Committee Reports (specific action items listed for each committee)
A. Budget Committee:
1. Motion to approve County Fund, Budget Amendment 101-7, Items 1
through 7, in the amount of $1,826,832.65, with $18,440.80 coming from
reserve accounts and $1,795,395.64 coming from the Unassigned Fund
Balance.
2. Motion
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Board of Commissioners
Carter County, TN
Regular Session
January 20, 2026, 6:00 PM
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Kelly Collins at 6:00 PM.
II. Courthouse Emergency Egress Plan – Chair Collins
III. Roll Call – County Clerk
Present:
Keith Range
Robert Acuff
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Bradley Johnson
Steve Burrough
Angie Odom
Danny Deal
Gary Kemp
Jerry Proffitt
William Bridger
Donnie Cable
Jason Clawson
Todd Smith
Carole Whaley
Jerry Stout
Thomas Proffitt
Kelly Collins
Absent:
Nick Holder
Nancy Brown
Lisa Childress
Charlene Thomas
Lesley Hughes
Aaron Frazier
Eighteen (18) present, Six (6) absent
IV. Approval of Agenda
Chair Collins asked to make two changes to the agenda, 1. Add Budget 1A to address
the bid for the Poga Bridges. 2. Add to County Attorney Report, contract for the property
at 126 Judge Don Lewis Blvd.
Motion by Angie Odom, second by Jason Clawson to approve the agenda with the
additions.
Voice Vote as Follows:
Yes:
Keith Range
Robert Acuff
Avery Wynn
Julie Guinn
Brad Johnson
Steve Burrough
Angie Odom
Danny Deal
Gary Kemp
Jerry Proffitt
William Bridger
Donnie Cable
Jason Clawson
Todd Smith
Carole Whaley
Jerry Stout
Thomas Proffitt
Kelly Collins
With eighteen (18) yes votes, motion carried.
V. Opening Prayer – Commissioner Todd Smith
VI. Pledge of Allegiance – Commission Chair Kelly Collins
VII. Recognition of Elected & Appointed Officials/Guests
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Tue Jan 13, 2026
Regular Session
Carter County Animal Shelter Board to review shelter operations and clinic work
The Animal Shelter Board is meeting to discuss current shelter numbers and updates on cruelty cases. The board will also review the status of winter improvements and work at the S&N Clinic.
- Updates on work at S&N Clinic
- Updates on cruelty cases
- Status of winter improvements including generator and hound runs
- Report on shelter numbers, adoptions, and return-to-owner (RTO) rates
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✓ Decided: Animal Shelter Board approves November meeting minutes
The board approved the corrected minutes from the November 11, 2025 meeting. Director Shannon Posada provided updates on cruelty cases, winter kennel improvements, and animal intake and adoption numbers for December.
- Approved November 11, 2025 meeting minutes as corrected
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ANIMAL SHELTER BOARD MEETING
JAN.13™ @ 6PM
CARTER CO. COURTHOUSE
1) WELCOMING STATEMENT MICHAEL
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!!
2) CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL SHANNON
QUORUM PRESENT
3) PRESENTATION OF MINUTES/DISCUSSION/ KATHY/SHANNON
APPROVAL
4) OLD BUSINESS SHANNON/DANNY
A) UPDATES ON WORK AT S&N CLINIC
B) CRUELITY CASES UPDATES
C) WINTER IMPROVEMENTS STATUS (GENERATOR, HOUND RUNS, ETC)
5) DIRECTORS REPORT SHANNON
A) CURRENT NUMBERS AT SHELTER/ADOPTIONS/RTO
B) OTHER SHELTER UPDATES/ISSUES
C) THINKING AHEAD FOR THE UPCOMING YEAR
6) GENERAL DISCUSSION/CONCERNS/ETC BOARD
7) MOTION TO ADJOURN/DATE FOR NEXT MEETING
*** A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR BOARD, STAFF AND THE VOLUNTEERS THAT
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE WELFARE OF OUR PETS IN THE COMMUNITY***
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Animal Shelter Board Meeting Minutes
13 January 2026
Carter County Courthouse
The Animal Shelter Board met on 13 January 2026 at the Carter County Courthouse.
Mike Barnett called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.
Mike Barnett asked for roll call. Members present were Mike Barnett, Danny Deal, Kelly Collins, Deb
Gouge and Mike Simerly. Dr. Bob Acuff and Wes Frazier were absent. Director Shannon Posada was also
in attendance. Jim Winchester attended as a guest.
Barnett asked the members to review the minutes of the 11 November 2025 meeting. Deb Gouge stated
a typo with the word “too”. Simerly moved to approve minutes as corrected, Collins seconded. Minutes
were approved.
Friends of the Elizabethton-Carter County Animal Shelter (FECCAS) Spay Neuter Clinic — Deal reported
that the electrical box and labor for electrical is being donated but will wait for walls to be roughed in.
Water and Sewer are in place and just need to be connected. Floor has been sealed. Donations have
been received and support has been good for the building.
Cruelty cases — Posada reported a case came up in court on January 7* but that has been postponed.
The Exotics case is coming up, and she has been in communication with legal representatives for that
case. Another case is under consideration, but the County attorney believes that case will be dismissed.
Winter improvements — Posada said she has no further updates on the generator. Electrical has been
run to the hound kennels and now heaters can b
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Mon Jan 12, 2026
Budget Committee Regular Meeting
Carter County Budget Committee to review budget amendments and imagery services
The Budget Committee will discuss the budget process and the reappraisal year. The body is reviewing December 2025 financial reports and considering several budget amendments.
- High Resolution Ortho Imagery and Oblique Imagery Services
- Review of December 2025 County & Schools Financial Report
- Nine budget amendments (101 BA 7, 116 BA 5, 121 BA 1, 127 BA 3, 151 BA 1, 171 BA 1, 141 BA 6, 142 BA 4, 180 BA 5)
- Emergency Spend List
- Fund Balance Requirements
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✓ Decided: Budget Committee approves multiple budget amendments totaling over $6.8M
The committee approved nine budget amendments across various funds, including the County Fund and Helene Bond Fund. They also approved animal shelter donations and a $50,479.50 invoice for Schaus. A proposal for aerial imagery services was deferred to February.
- Approved County Fund Budget Amendment 101-7 for $1,826,832.65 (8-0)
- Approved Helene Bond Fund Budget Amendment 180-5 for $2,022,966.89 (8-0)
- Approved General Purpose School Fund Budget Amendment 141-6 for $1,552,390.09 (8-0)
- Approved Solid Waste Budget Amendment 116-5 for $745,000.00 (8-0)
- Approved Debt Service Fund Budget Amendment 151-1 for $675,150.00 (8-0)
- Approved ARP Fund Budget Amendment 127-3 for $236,426.39 (8-0)
- Approved HEAL Loan Fund Budget Amendment 121-1 for $202,460.38 (8-0)
- Deferred High Resolution Ortho and Oblique Imagery Services to February (8-0)
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Carter County
Budget Committee
January 12, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
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Budget Committee Agenda
January 12, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Public Comments
5. Review and Approval of Budget Committee Meeting
a) December 8, 2025 Budget Minutes Page(s)
6. Old Business
a) Emergency Spend List Page(s)
b) Fund Balance Requirements Page(s)
7. New Business
a) Shane Simerly – Reappraisal Year
b) High Resolution Ortho Imagery and Oblique Imagery Services Page(s)
c) Budget Process Discussion
d) Next Meeting Date February 9th at 6pm
8. Preliminary Expense Reports / Fund Balance Payment Report
a) December 2025 County & Schools Financial Report Page(s)
9. Budget Amendments:
a) 101 BA 7 Page(s)
b) 116 BA 5 Page(s)
c) 121 BA 1
d) 127 BA 3 Page(s)
e) 151 BA 1 Page(s)
f) 171 BA 1 Page(s)
g) 141 BA 6 Page(s)
h) 142 BA 4 Page(s)
i) 180 BA 5 Page(s)
10. Donation Listing:
a) December 2025 Monetary Donation Listing Page(s)
b) December 2025 Non-Monetary Donation Listing Page(s)
11. Commissioner Comments
a) Brad Johnson – County Commissioner
b) Gary Kemp – County Commissioner
c) Dr. Robert Acuff – County Commissioner
d) Lesley Hughes – County Commissioner
e) Jerry Stout – County Commissioner
f) Dr. Charlene Thomas – County Commissioner
g) Todd Smith – Committee Vice Chair / County Commissioner
f) Julie Guinn – Committee Chair / County Commissioner
12. Adjourn
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1 Budget Committee January 12th, 2025, 6:00 P.M.
Carter County, TN
PRESENT: Julie Guinn, Todd Smith, Brad Johnson, Jerry Stout, Gary Kemp, Charlene Thomas, Robert Acuff, Lesley
Hughes
ABSENT:
SUBSTITUTE:
CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Chairwoman Guinn at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Roll was called. Quorum present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Commissioner Smith made a motion to approve the agenda and Commissioner Kemp
seconded. Motion carried (7-0).
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None
Review and Approval of Budget Committee Meeting Minutes:
a. December 8th, 2025
Commissioner Dr. Thomas made a motion to approve the December 8th minutes, and
Commissioner Johnson seconded. Motion carried (6-1) with Commissioner Dr. Acuff abstaining.
Old Business:
a. Emergency Spend List
The committee reviewed the emergency spend list.
Finance Director Watson informed the committee that some projects are now moving more quickly
through the FEMA portal.
She also stated that we now have multiple projects that are obligated and will be put into the
second amendment.
Commissioner Hughes arrived at the meeting during this item, explaining the increase from
7 total votes to 8.
b. Fund Balance Requirements
The report was presented to the committee and briefly discussed. There were no questions or
comments.
New Business:
a) Shane Simerly – Reappraisal Year:
Property Assessor Shane Simerly spoke to the committee about changes coming up this
reappraisal year
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Wed Jan 7, 2026
Financial Management
Financial Management Committee to review insurance update and December bid report
The committee will discuss an update from One Digital Insurance and review the December 2025 bid report. Members will also review a credit application for EMA with O’Riley Auto Parts.
- One Digital Insurance update
- Review of December 2025 Bid Report
- EMA credit application for O’Riley Auto Parts
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Carter County
Financial Management Committee
January 7, 2026 - 9:30 am
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Financial Management Committee – Agenda
January 7, 2026
Agenda
1. Call to order
2. Roll Call
3. Review and approve Agenda
4. Review and approve Minutes for meeting(s) held on:
a) December 4, 2025 (Pages )
5. Public Comments
6. Old Business: None
7. New Business:
a) One Digital Insurance Update (Pages )
b) Next Meeting Feb 4, 2026
8. Recent Bids, Contracts, Disposals and Credit Application
a) Review of Bid Report – December 2025 (Pages )
b) Review of Contracts - None
c) Disposals - None
d) Review of Credit Application –
(i) EMA – O’Riley Auto Parts (Pages )
9. Adjourn
Tue Jan 6, 2026
Regular Session
Building & Grounds Committee discusses Folsom House and UT-Ag Extension office
The committee will review updates on the Folsom House and the UT-Ag Extension office interim facility. Discussions include FEMA insurance status and a contract submitted to the legal team for the Judge Don Lewis site.
- Folsom House FEMA/Insurance status update
- Folsom House archive options and sound system/courtroom update
- UT-Ag Extension office interim facility offer at Judge Don Lewis
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Building & Grounds Committee Meeting
January 6th, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Agenda
Call to Order & Roll Call
Keith Range
Avery Wynn
Angie Odom
Jerry Proffitt
William Bridger
Jason Clawson
Aaron Frazier
Thomas Proffitt
Adopt Agenda
Prayer – Aaron
Pledge – Avery
Approve minutes from December 2025 Meeting & others as needed
Public Comment
Old Business
Folsom House Update
FEMA/Insurance status – Ron Kirby
Archive Options at site
Sound System/Courtroom update – Ron Kirby
New Business
UT-Ag Extension office interim facility – Offer at Judge Don Lewis
Contract Submitted to owners legal team, no response as of Dec meeting .
Commissioner Comments
Adjourn
Tue Jan 6, 2026
Regular Session
Rules & Bylaws Committee meeting scheduled for January 6, 2026
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no items listed under old or new business.
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Rules & Bylaws Committee
January 06, 2026, 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda for 06 Jan 2025 meeting
4. Approval of Minutes of 02 Dec 2025 meeting
5. Public Comments
6. Old Business
A. None
7. New Business
A. None
8. Commissioner Comments
9. Adjourn
Mon Jan 5, 2026
Regular Session
Carter County Landfill meeting to discuss fire costs
The body will meet to discuss fire costs and receive updates regarding a previous fire. The agenda also includes reports from the Director and Kelly.
- Discussion of fire costs
- Post fire updates
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Landfill meeting
January 5, 2026
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Approval of previous minutes
5. New Business
A. Fire Cost
6. Old Business
A. Post fire updates
7. Director’s report
8. Kelly Report
9. Public Comments
10. Adjourn
Meeting archives
- 2025 (23 meetings)