Grants & funding in Tennessee local government
What Tennessee city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
394 Tennessee meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Tennessee with the most grants & funding activity
- Nashville, TN (119)
- Clarksville, TN (45)
- Crossville, TN (32)
- Blount County, TN (28)
- Shelby County Schools, TN (18)
- Knoxville, TN (18)
- Bristol, TN (18)
- Cleveland, TN (13)
- Hendersonville, TN (10)
- Goodlettsville, TN (10)
- Murfreesboro, TN (8)
- Fayette County, TN (7)
Latest matching meetings
Board considers $13.6M for special education and interpreter services
The Shelby County Board of Education is reviewing several staff action items, including multiple sole-source contracts for technical education and digital textbooks. The board is also considering grant allocations for Pre-K and music technology, as well as renewals for nursing and social services.
Council considers $2 million for affordable housing at 1880 Huron Street
The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, grant applications for police and fire services, and housing funds. The body is also considering a zoning change and the closure of an alley near 1902 Forest Avenue.
City to vote on zoning map amendment for Astoria Square development
The Millington Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and final reading on Ordinance 2026-12, which amends the official zoning map to approve the Astoria Square Planned Development. The board will also consider first‑reading ordinances to update the sign code and to create a sidewalk repair assistance…
Cleveland City Council to consider ATTAIN grant and AI pilot agreement
The City Council is meeting for a special session to review three specific agreements. The body will consider the approval of a grant application and two separate agreements.
Commission will discuss a funds request for the Sulpher Dell Cup
The Parks & Recreation Commission will consider approving the June 2026 meeting minutes. It will review a funding request from Rocky Jackson for the Sulpher Dell Cup. The board will also discuss the request for proposals (RFQ) for the park master plan. Additional items include a BOMA update from Alderman Brent Murray…
Board to consider $8 million Alcoa South Plant purchase and $5 million Parkway extension
The Blount County Board of Commissioners will vote on several budget increase resolutions, including an $8,000,000 agreement to purchase the Alcoa South Plant and a $5,000,000 right‑of‑way acquisition for the Pellissippi Parkway extension. Additional resolutions allocate funds for various departments, a federal opioid…
County committees to consider sales tax referendum, school budget
The Education committee will review the Schools General Fund FY 2026-27 budget and a resolution supporting a sales tax increase. The Criminal Justice & Public Safety committee will discuss the sheriff's report and fire fees. The Budget committee will consider a resolution to place a sales tax increase on referendum…
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for July 14, 2026
The Board will review the minutes from the June 9, 2026, session. The agenda also includes an update on the status of a grant.
Town Council considers annexing 70 acres on W. Jefferson Pike and multiple rezonings
The Smyrna Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on land-use proposals that could alter development rules and service boundaries for nearby residents. Key items include annexing approximately 70 acres near W. Jefferson Pike for C-2 and I-1 zoning, plus rezoning multiple properties along Old Nashville Highway…
Board considers zoning changes and street resurfacing contract
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will review zoning map amendments and updates to the Rural Single-Family Acre Residential District. The body is also deciding on several grant program participations and infrastructure contracts.
Budget Committee considers $8 million for Alcoa South Plant purchase
The Budget Committee will review several budget increases and adjustments, including funds for land acquisition and facility repairs. The body will also discuss grant applications for school security officers and litter control.
Historic Commission to consider Lochridge Home designation
The Spring Hill Historic Commission will vote on the historically significant designation of the Lochridge Home at 3840 John Lunn Rd. The commission will also discuss funding for Experience Spring Hill and hear project updates on Experience Spring Hill and the cemetery project. Public comment and a round table…
Charity Assistance Fund Board to discuss fund balance and town funding
The Charity Assistance Fund Board will meet to review the current fund balance and receive an update on funding from the Town. The board will also address the approval of minutes from previous meetings.
MPO board to vote on Complete Streets policy, fund projects
The Bristol Metropolitan Planning Organization Executive Board will consider adopting a Complete Streets policy, which was deferred from the May meeting for further review. The board will also vote on resolutions supporting projects for SMART SCALE Round 7 funding, and approve amendments to the Transportation…
City Council votes on one-year moratorium on large data center development.
The Knoxville City Council will vote on zoning changes for two residential properties, approve a one-year moratorium on large data centers, and authorize multiple contracts and grants for infrastructure, housing, and transit projects.
Committee reviews greenway easements and Nashville Entertainment Commission ordinances
The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will vote on six grants funding park improvements, community food programs, and public art initiatives. The committee will also take second reading on two ordinances modifying the Nashville Entertainment Commission and three greenway conservation easements for…
Metro approves $233,900 to expand syringe service program
The Public Health and Safety Committee will review nine resolutions focused on public health, criminal justice, and fire safety. Key actions include approving state grants for juvenile and recovery court programs, settling opioid-related claims with Publix, and appropriating funds for a syringe service program. The…
Committee approves tax increment financing for six Nashville redevelopment plans.
The Budget and Finance Committee will vote on resolutions covering six tax increment financing plans for neighborhood redevelopment. The agenda also includes grant approvals, affordable housing contract amendments, a $233,900 syringe program appropriation, and a Publix opioid settlement.
Airport Commission to discuss apron grading and runway lighting funding
The Lebanon Airport Commission will review several engineering projects, including Phase I of runway lighting, apron grading and utility plans with funding, and a runway rehabilitation study. They will also consider lease rates for Row E and updates to the T-hangar waiting list. The financial report and FBO report are…
City Council may hold a quorum for a police grant presentation
A possible quorum of the Jacksboro City Council may attend a grant presentation to the Jacksboro Police Department on July 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The presentation is from the Law Enforcement Charitable Foundation. No formal action, discussion, or deliberation on city business will occur. The meeting is scheduled at the…
Committee to consider $5M interim financing for AutoZone Park repairs
The Budget Committee will vote on a resolution to authorize up to $5 million in commercial paper proceeds for critical life-safety repairs and future renovation planning at AutoZone Park. Other items include transferring $703,675 in Accelerate Memphis funds for road and park equipment and blight remediation…
Council votes on zoning change for 2.62 acres on Minnis Rd
The City Council will hold a work session at 2 PM followed by a regular session at 3 PM, where they will consider a consent agenda including final passage of a zoning ordinance to rezone 2.62 acres on Minnis Rd, an amendment to the FY2026 budget, and several resolutions authorizing contracts and grants.
Committee reviews opioid abatement fund disbursement requests
The Opioid Abatement Funds Disbursement Committee will meet to hear presentations from awardees. The body will also consider disbursement requests from the Coffee County Probation service, Coffee County Court, and 180 Degrees Ministries.
City Council meets to vote on the FY 26-27 budget and tax rates
The council will consider several critical financial items, including the upcoming fiscal year's budget, tax rates, and utility rate increases. They are also reviewing end-of-year budget adjustments and potential FEMA grant applications.
Council to vote on rezoning 690 Franklin Road for youth education center
The City Council will hold second readings on ordinances to rezone 690 Franklin Road from residential to a text-specific plan for a youth education center. They will also consider first readings on several budget amendments for wastewater treatment, lead service line replacement, asset management, and gas department…
Committee considers new employee pay plans and a substance use pilot program
The committee will review several resolutions regarding updated salary structures for general government, health, police, and fire employees. They will also consider a grant-funded pilot program for a Sobering and Stabilization Center and an agreement for electric vehicle charging equipment.
Committee to vote on $4.4M in after-school library grants
The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will consider several resolutions appropriating funds from the Nashville Public Library to nonprofit organizations for after-school and summer programming, including a total of $4.38 million through the Nashville After Zone Alliance. Other items include a license…
Committee to vote on new pay plan for police and fire departments
The committee will vote on new pay plans for the Board of Health, Police, and Fire departments. They will also consider appropriating $573,833 for opioid recovery services and $1,718,603 for homeless supportive housing at Strobel House. Additionally, several grant acceptances for air quality monitoring, victim…
Council to vote on reducing grocery sales tax
The Metropolitan Council will consider a resolution to reduce the local sales tax on groceries, several new pay plans for general, health, and police/fire employees effective July 1, 2026, and multiple amendments to affordable housing grant contracts. They will also vote on a grant application for a Sobering and…
Committee reviews federal grant amendment for Nolensville Pike safety upgrades
The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will review multiple infrastructure approvals, utility contracts, and encroachment authorizations. Members will also consider a federal grant amendment for Nolensville Pike safety improvements and a resolution urging accelerated Vision Zero pedestrian safety initiatives…
Historic Commission to discuss funding for Experience Spring Hill
The Historic Commission will meet to review funding for the Experience Spring Hill initiative. Members will also receive progress updates on the cemetery project and other ongoing efforts.
Committee to consider $5.7M HUD grant for lead hazard reduction
The committee will vote on a resolution to accept and appropriate $5.7 million from the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Lead Hazard Reduction Program. They will also receive a presentation and update on the Mayor's housing initiative.
Committee considers funding for Audubon Park splash pad and clubhouse development
The Parks & Environment Committee will review a resolution to transfer funds for the Audubon Park splash pad. The body will also consider a resolution approving the development of The Links at Audubon Clubhouse.
Committee to vote on $250K state grant for stormwater program manager
The Public Works, Solid Waste, & General Services Committee will decide on a resolution to accept a $250,000 state grant for the Stormwater Program Manager project. They will also receive an update on the Grey Water Facility at the xAI Campus and discuss properties at 247 Washington Avenue and 128 Adams Avenue.
Committee to vote on pay step 5 for assistant fire/police chiefs, costs $20,250
The Public Safety Committee will consider Ordinance 2026-08 to amend personnel rules so that internally promoted assistant fire and police chiefs start at pay Step 5, requiring a $20,250 budget amendment. They will also discuss applying for an AFG grant for fire nozzle replacement and a general discussion on electric…
Gallatin City Council to consider annual budget and tax revenue for 2026-2027
The City Council will vote on the annual budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026. Members are also considering an ordinance to provide municipal revenue for the 2026 tax year.
Board to open bids for asphalt and bridge, discuss Yager Drive funding
The Fayette County Public Works Board will consider approving minutes from April 7 (no May meeting), open and award bids for emulsified asphalt oil, hot mix asphalt, and recycled asphalt product, and approve a bid for the Pittman Road Bridge. The board will also discuss the July 4th holiday schedule and possible…
Council to vote on budget amendments, grant, and equipment auction
The City Council will discuss and take action on a grant contract, authorize the auction of disposed equipment and vehicles, and consider several ordinance amendments including adjustments to the FY25-26 budget. Second readings are scheduled for ordinances updating the 'Public Officer' designation and the Municipal…
Council discusses annexations for Bob Tollett Loop and Lantana Road
This work session includes discussions on 15 items, including a presentation by the Cumberland Plateau Water Authority, a lease with Grindstaff Aircraft Leasing, a water line variance, a cemetery fee schedule update, and two annexation resolutions. No final votes will be taken at this work session.
Committee to vote on new pay plans for thousands of city employees
The Government Operations and Regulations Committee is considering resolutions to adopt new pay plans for general government employees, Board of Health staff, and Police and Fire Department personnel, all effective July 1, 2026. They are also reviewing a grant application for a pilot Sobering and Stabilization Center…