Elections in Tennessee local government
What Tennessee city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about elections — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
226 Tennessee meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Tennessee with the most elections activity
- Nashville, TN (83)
- Coffee County, TN (29)
- Blount County, TN (10)
- Jacksboro, TN (10)
- Bedford County, TN (9)
- Lebanon, TN (8)
- Bristol, TN (8)
- Hendersonville, TN (7)
- Farragut, TN (6)
- Goodlettsville, TN (6)
- Fayette County, TN (6)
- Clarksville, TN (5)
Latest matching meetings
Commission to vote on letter of intent for hospital sale to Ascension Saint Thomas
The Williamson County Board of Commissioners is holding a special session to consider two resolutions related to the potential sale of Williamson Health System assets to Ascension Saint Thomas. The first authorizes the county mayor to sign a non-binding letter of intent for the sale, and the second approves an…
Commission to vote on letter of intent for hospital sale to Ascension
The Williamson County Board of Commissioners is holding a special session to consider two resolutions related to the potential sale of Williamson County Hospital District d/b/a Williamson Health System to Ascension Saint Thomas. The first resolution authorizes the County Mayor to execute a non-binding letter of intent…
Board to elect officers, approve contracts, budget amendment, and policy change
The Washington County Schools Board will hold its regular meeting on September 8, 2026, with actions including electing a chair and vice chair, appointing committee members, approving district and school contracts, a budget amendment, and a policy change on personal leave. The agenda also includes recognitions, guest…
Commissioners to fill District 4 Seat C vacancy after Giles declines
The Blount County Board of Commissioners is holding a special called meeting to accept the resignation/declination of John E. Giles from District 4, Seat C, and to fill the vacancy. The meeting is scheduled for September 3, 2026, at 5:30 PM in Room 430 of the Blount County Courthouse.
Lawrence County Commission regular session with resolutions and elections
The Lawrence County Board of Commissioners is holding its regular session, which includes public comments, elections, a report from the Resolution Committee, and consideration of resolutions. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific items detailed.
Historic commission to consider porch at 322 N. Garner St.
The Springfield Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting, including electing a chair and considering a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to build a covered front porch at 322 North Garner Street. Public comments must be registered online by noon the day before.
Election Commission to certify Aug. 6 primary and general election results
The Williamson County Election Commission is meeting to certify the results of the August 6, 2026, Federal & State Primary and State & County General Election. They will also accept calls for municipal elections in Fairview, Nolensville, and Thompson Station for the November 3, 2026, ballot, and discuss early voting…
Council to vote on mobile food vendor rules, paving bids, and new council
The Cookeville City Council will consider final approval of an ordinance updating mobile food vendor regulations, award contracts for paving and other services, and approve purchases including vehicles and transformers. The meeting also includes a public hearing rescheduling, resolutions for a power line relocation…
Election Commission to certify Aug. 6 election, set Nov. 3 ballot
The Coffee County Election Commission will meet to certify the August 6, 2026 election, appoint poll officials, set voting times, and approve the ballot for the November 3, 2026 election. They will also lock and seal ballot boxes and approve minutes from the August 11 meeting.
Commission certifies August primary and calls November general election
The Davidson County Election Commission will certify the results of the August 6, 2026 primary and municipal elections. The body will also formally call the November 3, 2026 general election and approve the early voting schedule for that date. Additionally, the commission will set specific dates for counting absentee…
Farragut tourism committee to elect officers, set FY27 goals
The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, receiving a Tourism Manager report, and hearing subcommittee updates. The main items are electing officers for fiscal year 2027 and discussing committee goals for that year. Public comments will be accepted.
Board to elect officers at August 12 meeting
The Health Education & Housing Facilities Board of Directors is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes public comments, review of minutes from June 11, 2025, and election of officers. No other substantive decisions are listed.
Nashville CoC committee meets to review election processes and membership rules
The Nashville/Davidson County Continuum of Care Nominating & Membership Committee will convene to discuss election processes and outcomes, review charter committees, and address general membership agenda items. The meeting includes a public comment period and follows a formal code of conduct for respectful…
Election Commission to canvass and audit Aug. 6 election
The Coffee County Election Commission is meeting to canvass the results of the August 6, 2026 election, audit the election as required by state law, review provisional ballots, and audit voter registration forms. The commission will also approve minutes from its August 6 meeting and take public comments.
Commission to consider 10% pay raise for all county employees
The Blount County Commission workshop will consider several resolutions, including a 10% pay increase for all county employees, adoption of 2027 medical and dental plan funding rates, and a resolution to regulate ambulance service. The agenda also includes proclamations honoring outgoing commissioners, approval of…
Election Commission to select precincts for mandatory audit
The Coffee County Election Commission will hold a scheduled meeting to approve minutes from July 16, 2026, and randomly select early voting, Election Day, and absentee precincts for the mandatory audit of the August 6, 2026 election. The audit is set for August 11, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. The agenda is largely procedural.
Electoral Board to certify Aug. 5 election results
The Bedford County Electoral Board is meeting to canvass and certify the election. The board will adjudicate provisional ballots, review statements of results from all precincts and early/absentee voting, and finalize the provisional ballot statement before certifying the election. It will also review the voting…
Council to vote on $7.1M solid waste vehicle lease and $13.7M Southwest Twin project
The Memphis City Council is meeting to vote on a range of items, including a $7.1 million lease for solid waste vehicles, a $13.7 million bond-funded redevelopment project, and several zoning changes. The agenda also includes resolutions honoring residents, accepting public improvements, and a referendum on lobbyist…
Committee to recommend final wastewater treatment plant sites
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Site Selection Committee is meeting to review matrix scores for the final four potential sites. The committee will provide recommendations to the Mayor and City Council regarding these sites and additional evaluation factors.
Council to vote on zoning changes for Valley View Drive properties and confirm new Utilities Board member
The Knoxville City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 4, 2026, to consider second readings of zoning ordinances for properties at 0 and 3223 Valley View Drive, confirm a new member to the Knoxville Utilities Board, and vote on multiple resolutions including grants, contracts, and budget amendments.
Council to discuss water assets transfer referendum and fill vacant seat
This special meeting includes discussion and possible action on several items: approving a School Resource Officer grant, declaring a vacant council seat and appointing a new member, discussing a referendum on water assets transfer, and considering new ordinances for data centers and budget adjustments.
Board will hold a public hearing on property matters
The Better Property Board will conduct a public hearing and review progress reports for several properties. Members will discuss officer elections and an open board position. The agenda notes no items for the August 27 meeting and sets the next meeting for September 24, 2026.
Entertainment Commission to discuss executive director hiring and budget
The Nashville Entertainment Commission will meet to discuss updates on the executive director hiring process, budget, and legislation, as well as commission vacancies and elections for 2026-2027. No new business items are listed. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.
Committee to score remaining wastewater plant sites and submit results by July 29
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Site Selection Committee will discuss the mayor’s report on the top 12 potential sites, consider removing additional sites, review updated consultant information, and examine the final scoring matrix adopted on June 26, 2026. The committee will also be tasked with scoring the remaining…
Board will hold officer elections at July 20 meeting
The Roxy Regional Theatre Board will discuss updates on the Performing Arts Center, review the March minutes, and consider old business such as Cast Housing. New business includes a review of the AACT Worldfest and planning for Gala 45. The board will also conduct officer elections. Financial, staff, artistic…
Election Commission to certify voting machines and review write-in candidates
The Coffee County Election Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss write-in candidates for the August 6, 2026 election, certify Election Day voting machines, and set a date for the election audit. The meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. No fiscal actions or policy changes are on the agenda.
Convention Center Authority to elect officers, review debt policy and financial plan
The Convention Center Authority will elect FY 2026-2027 officers, consider a reimbursement resolution, and review its debt management policy and financial plan. The board will also hear an operations update including a contract extension for business center services and tax collection figures.
Coffee County Election Commission will certify voting machines, discuss pay
The Coffee County Election Commission will consider certifying early voting machines and discuss election official pay and disaster preparedness. They will also approve prior meeting minutes and consider changes to poll officials.
CoC to vote on Builds recommendation and elect HPC officers
The Homelessness Planning Council will vote on a recommendation from the Project Evaluation Committee regarding CoC Builds funding and hold officer elections. The meeting also includes public comments, a presentation from All Sorts Lobby, and updates on NOFO timelines, committee work, and HMIS data.
Committee narrows sites for new wastewater treatment plant
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Site Selection Committee will review scored candidate sites, consider removing some from further consideration, and hear an overview of newly identified sites. They will also adopt a final site evaluation matrix to guide the next phase of selection.
Homelessness council to review ARPA closeout, strategic plan
The Executive Committee of the Homelessness Planning Council will meet to approve May minutes, hear public comments, and receive updates from the Office of Homeless Services and the Collaborative Applicant. Old business includes nominating committee election closeout, ARPA closeout with preliminary data, and a…
Board considers sales-tax referendum for parks, roads, safety
The Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading of Ordinance 26-1146, which would call a referendum to increase the local option sales tax by half a penny per dollar to fund city services including parks, roads, and public safety. The item is listed under unfinished business. Other agenda items are procedural.
CoC to elect facilitator, HPC liaison, and HPC member
The Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council will hold elections for a CoC Facilitator, a Homelessness Planning Council liaison, and an HPC member. The meeting also includes a legislative update and a CoC NOFO update.
E-911 board to vote on FY 2027 budget, contracts, and officer elections
The Davidson County Emergency Communication District Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the FY 2027 budget, approve an amended FY 2026 budget, and authorize contracts for lobbyist, legal, accounting, and public relations services. The board will also elect officers for FY 2027.
Board to vote on sublease with Nashville Chicken and Waffles
The Nashville Farmers' Market Board will consider approving a sublease agreement with Nashville Chicken and Waffles and elect officers for the coming term. The board will also review past-due tenant accounts and receive reports from the executive director, market staff, and finance department.
Committee to evaluate and rank sites for a new wastewater treatment plant
The Wastewater Treatment Plant Site Selection Committee is meeting to establish a scoring process for potential locations. Members will review new candidate sites, considering factors like infrastructure proximity and floodplain constraints.
Commission to consider zoning overhaul, budget, and tax rate
The Mount Pleasant City Commission will hold a study session to discuss a major zoning code replacement, a budget amendment for 2025-2026, and a public hearing on exceeding the certified tax rate. They will also consider multiple resolutions including vendor spending, a fire truck bond, and various non-profit support…
Board to adopt FY 2026-2027 budget, consider sales tax referendum
The Board will hold a public hearing and second reading on the annual budget and tax rate for the next fiscal year. Also up for first reading is a referendum to increase local option sales tax by a half penny for city services. Other items include zoning changes, a traffic signalization contract, and selection of a…
Election Commission to discuss congressional redistricting and certify candidate list for August primary
The Davidson County Election Commission will meet to discuss congressional redistricting in the county, approve the revised candidate list for the August 6, 2026 state and federal primary and county general election, and call municipal elections in Belle Meade, Forest Hills, and Goodlettsville for November 3, 2026…
Committee to review nominations for Homelessness Planning Council elections
The Nominating & Membership Committee will review nominations and candidate profile submissions for the Homelessness Planning Council elections. The committee will also discuss next steps for the elections and consider questions from the Governance Charter Committee. Public comment is limited to five speakers at two…