Carter County public meetings in 2023

Regular Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review several budget amendments, including a $1,991,776.63 amendment. The meeting also includes discussions on establishing a reserve account for landfill closure costs and approving the updated Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Establishment of a Landfill Closure Reserve Account using 50% of unused funds from fund 116
• Budget Amendment 142-3 in the amount of $1,991,776.63
• Budget Amendment 141-3 in the amount of $595,035.80
• Adoption of the updated 2023 Carter County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution honoring Kim Henegar for 40 years of service to the Sheriff’s Office

The Board of Commissioners approved the creation of a Landfill Closure Reserve Account, funded by 50% of unused funds from Solid Waste Fund #116 annually. The board also approved several budget amendments and contracts for the Health Department and Three Star Grant Program.

• Established Landfill Closure Reserve Account (22-0)
• Approved 2024-25 Budget Calendar (22-0)
• Approved Three Star Grant Program Contract (22-0)
• Approved AIA Contract for the Health Department (22-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment 142-3 for $1,991,776.63 (22-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment 141-3 for $595,035.80 (22-0)
• Approved Resolution 861 honoring Kim Henegar (22-0)
• Approved Animal Shelter monetary and non-monetary donations (22-0)

Regular Session

The Carter County Board of Commissioners will review various financial motions, including funding for Sheriff's Department vehicles and courtroom equipment. The meeting also includes updates on broadband and communications projects and several rezoning requests.

• Authorize purchase of 5 vehicles for the Sheriff’s Department for $136,000.00
• Authorize purchase of one vehicle for the Sheriff’s Department for $26,000.00
• Relocate courtroom audio equipment at a cost of $7,650.00
• Public hearings for rezoning requests at 894 Hwy. 91, 163 Brookdale Dr., and 311 First Street
• Resolution to designate the bridge near John Taylor Road as the Staff Sgt. Ira Lynn Meredith Memorial Bridge

The Board of Commissioners approved several funding requests for the Sheriff's Department and the Election Commission. The board also authorized participation in an opioid settlement and approved a road closure and rezoning request.

• Approved $36,000 for 5 Sheriff's Department vehicles (21-0)
• Approved $26,000 for one Sheriff's Department vehicle (21-0)
• Approved $7,650 to relocate courtroom audio equipment (21-0)
• Approved up to $40,000 for Election Commission building addition (21-0)
• Approved participation in the Food City opioid settlement (21-0)
• Approved closing 532 feet of Judge Don Lewis Blvd. (21-0)
• Approved rezoning of 894 Hwy. 91 from A-1B to M-2 (21-0)
• Approved budget amendments 101-5, 116-1, and 131-1 (21-0)

Regular Session

The board will review the director's report regarding shelter operations. Key topics include staff needs, food and litter supplies for winter, and the postponement of the fall rabies clinic to spring.

• Postponement of fall rabies clinic to spring
• Site preparation completed at new S&N Clinic
• Discussion of shelter staff needs
• Review of food and litter concerns for winter

Regular Session

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several large-scale budget amendments and a $6,300,000 state grant for the Tweetsie Trail. The meeting also includes motions regarding jail HVAC financing, property transfers, and water treatment contracts.

• Approval of $6,300,000 Tweetsie Trail grant from the State of Tennessee
• Budget amendment 142-2 in the amount of $11,998,424.69
• Budget amendment 141-2 in the amount of $6,983,150.28
• Loan approval for Jail HVAC project from Carter County Bank at 4.38% interest
• Acceptance of Herman Robinson Campus gift and $517 closing fee payment

The Board of Commissioners approved a loan from Carter County Bank for a jail HVAC project and passed several budget amendments totaling over $19 million. The board also accepted a gift of the Herman Robinson Campus and approved various service contracts.

• Approved loan for Jail HVAC project from Carter County Bank at 4.38% interest (22-0)
• Approved budget amendment 142-2 for $11,998,424.69 (22-0)
• Approved budget amendment 141-2 for $6,983,150.28 (22-0)
• Approved budget amendment 101-4 for $222,328.00 (22-0)
• Approved budget amendment 145-1 for $53,000.00 (22-0)
• Accepted gift of Herman Robinson Campus and $517 closing fee (22-0)
• Approved $16,982.23 water treatment agreement with Chem-Aqua (22-0)
• Approved $5,230.00 contract with Nor-Well for cooling tower pumps (20-2)

Regular Session

The Animal Shelter Board will meet to review director reports regarding current shelter numbers and seasonal preparations. The agenda includes discussions on upcoming rabies and spay/neuter clinics, adoption event options, and staffing updates.

• Discussion of fall rabies clinic
• Updates on spay and neuter clinic
• Review of current shelter numbers
• Staffing updates

Regular Session

The Board of County Commissioners will elect a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and members for several standing committees. The meeting includes votes on multiple budget amendments and a large contract for jail HVAC replacement.

• Election of Board Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Contract with Nor-Well Company, Inc. for Carter County Jail HVAC replacement in the amount of $2,894,369.00
• Resolution for a General Obligation Capital Outlay Note not to exceed $2,550,000
• Budget amendment 141-1 in the amount of $2,086,768.02
• Transfer of $125,000 from Landfill budget to a post-closure reserve account

The Board of Commissioners appointed Shannon Burchett as Highway Department Superintendent. The board also approved several budget amendments, including funding for an EMS ambulance and Election Commission building expansion.

• Appointed Shannon Burchett as Chief Administrative Officer of Highway Department (24-0)
• Approved up to $222,000 from ARP funds for EMS ambulance (24-0)
• Approved up to $40,000 for Election Commission building expansion (24-0)
• Approved $101,302.92 transfer for Jail HVAC replacement design fees (24-0)
• Approved up to $3,500 for Mayor Woodby to attend Leadership TN class (23-1)
• Approved payments to Autumn Ridge ($1,050) and Bobs Trails and Trees ($833) (22-2)
• Approved lease agreement with State of Tennessee for Herman Robinson Campus (24-0)
• Approved disposal of assets from Department of Health and Sheriff's Department (24-0)

Regular Session

The board will review the director's report regarding current animal numbers and staffing concerns. The meeting includes discussions on proposed trustee costs and upcoming rabies and spay/neuter clinics.

• Discussion of proposed trustee cost
• Updates on spay and neuter clinic
• Discussion of proposed fall rabies clinic
• Review of staffing concerns and current numbers

Regular Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review several budget motions, including fund transfers and new appropriations. The meeting also includes the appointment of a new Highway Department Road Superintendent.

• Motion to pay for an EMS ambulance using ARP funds, not to exceed $222,000
• Motion to transfer $30,000 from Solid Waste Fund to General Fund for interim Landfill Director compensation
• Motion to approve up to $40,000 for additional square footage in the Election Commission building
• Motion to transfer $101,302.92 to pay Holston Engineering for Jail HVAC replacement design fees
• Appointment of Chief Administrative Officer of the Carter County Highway Department

The Board appointed Shannon Burchett as Highway Department Superintendent. The commission also approved several budget amendments, including funding for an EMS ambulance and Election Commission building expansion.

• Appointed Shannon Burchett as Chief Administrative Officer of Highway Department (24-0)
• Approved $222,000 from ARP funds for EMS ambulance (24-0)
• Approved up to $40,000 for Election Commission building expansion (24-0)
• Approved $101,302.92 transfer for Jail HVAC replacement design fees (24-0)
• Approved $3,500 for Mayor Woodby to attend Leadership TN class (23-1)
• Approved payments to Autumn Ridge ($1,050) and Bobs Trails and Trees ($833) (22-2)
• Approved lease agreement with State of Tennessee for Herman Robinson Campus (24-0)
• Declared list of county owned real property as surplus for public auction (24-0)

Regular Session

The board will review the director's report regarding current shelter numbers and overcrowding concerns. Discussions include staff protection procedures, animal cruelty updates, and staffing shortages.

• Director's report on overcrowding and current animal numbers
• Review of procedures to protect staff and animals
• Updates on spay and neuter clinic status
• Discussion regarding staffing issues for qualified office personnel

Regular Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review several budget items, including funding requests for various local organizations. The session also includes discussions on HR service contracts and appointments for vacant Constable positions.

• $174,809 funding request for outside agencies from the Unassigned Fund Balance
• Budget Amendment #101-1 for the County General Fund in the amount of $50,313.46
• Appointment of two vacant Constable positions for the 2nd District
• Contract with OneDigital/Sequoyah for HR services
• $2,195.00 in monetary donations to the Animal Shelter

The Board of Commissioners approved funding for 16 outside agencies and authorized several budget amendments and donations. The board also appointed two new constables for the 2nd District and lowered a speed limit on Old Bristol Highway.

• Approved $174,809 in funding for 16 outside agencies (22-0)
• Approved County General Fund Budget Amendment #101-1 for $50,313.46 (22-0)
• Appointed Michael Mason and Samuel Pearce as Constables for the 2nd District
• Approved speed limit reduction from 45 MPH to 35 MPH on Old Bristol Highway (22-2)
• Approved contract with OneDigital for HR services (22-0)
• Approved $2,195 in monetary and $655.46 in non-monetary donations to Animal Shelter (22-0)
• Approved disposal of items for Trustee's Office and Juvenile Services (22-0)
• Approved Notaries and Bonds for 10 individuals (22-0)

Special Called Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review final amendments to the 2022-2023 fiscal year budget across several funds. The session also includes consideration of resolutions for the upcoming 2023-2024 fiscal year, including tax relief and annual appropriations.

• County Fund Budget Amendment #101-11 in the amount of $337,091.07
• Solid Waste Fund Budget Amendment #116-8 in the amount of $41,600.00
• ARP Fund Budget Amendment #127-2 in the amount of $183,583.20
• General Purpose School Fund Budget Amendment #141-12 in the amount of $764,413.70
• Resolutions for 2023-2024 tax relief and annual appropriations

The Board of Commissioners approved several budget amendments for the 2022-2023 fiscal year and passed four resolutions to establish the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget, including the tax levy and financial assistance for specific taxpayers.

• Approved County Fund Budget Amendment #101-11 for $337,091.07 (23-0)
• Approved Solid Waste Fund Budget Amendment #116-8 for $41,600.00 (23-0)
• Approved ARP Fund Budget Amendment #127-2 for $183,583.20 (23-0)
• Approved General Purpose School Fund Budget Amendment #141-12 for $764,413.70 (23-0)
• Approved Resolution 852 for low-income elderly, disabled homeowners, and disabled veterans tax assistance (22-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 853 for nonprofit charitable and civic organization appropriations (22-1)
• Approved Resolution 854 for 2023-2024 fund and department appropriations (23-0)
• Approved Resolution 855 fixing the 2023-2024 tax levy (23-0)

Regular Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review several budget amendments across multiple funds, including the County Fund, School Fund, and Highway Fund. The session also includes discussions regarding jail HVAC systems and landfill vehicle part funding.

• County Fund Budget Amendment #101-10 in the amount of $2,863,245.97
• General Purpose School Fund Budget Amendment #141-11 in the amount of $504,794.79
• Federal School Fund Budget Amendment #142-12 in the amount of $389,180.25
• Food Service Fund Budget Amendment #143-6 in the amount of $159,357.44
• Transfer of up to $300 for Landfill vehicle parts from Unassigned Fund Balance

The Board of Commissioners approved several budget amendments for county, school, and highway funds. They also authorized disposal of items for EMA and Circuit Court and appointed two members to the Audit Committee.

• Approved County Fund Budget Amendment #101-10 for $2,863,245.97 (22-0)
• Approved General Purpose School Fund Budget Amendment #141-11 for $504,794.79 (22-0)
• Approved Federal School Fund Budget Amendment #142-12 for $389,180.25 (22-0)
• Approved Food Service Fund Budget Amendment #143-6 for $159,357.44 (22-0)
• Approved Parks and Recs Fund Budget Amendment #123-1 for $27,000 (22-0)
• Approved Highway Fund Budget Amendment #131-7 for $25,800 (22-0)
• Approved $2,600 pay increase for Landfill Interim Director for June (22-0)
• Appointed Robert Acuff and Brad Johnson to the Audit Committee (22-0)

Regular Session

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several budget amendments across multiple county funds. The meeting includes motions for various service contracts, infrastructure leases, and personnel pay adjustments.

• Approval of $265,885.00 Carter County 911 contract
• Approval of $777,470.21 EMS contract
• Appropriation of $20,000.00 for Emergency Communications District
• Lease agreement with Skybest Communications, Inc. for Sluder property broadband project
• Budget Amendment #131 for Highway Fund in the amount of $106,351.00

The Board of Commissioners approved several high-value service contracts and multiple budget amendments. The commission also passed a resolution honoring Constable John Henson and approved various personnel and notary appointments.

• Approved EMS contract totaling $777,470.21 (22-1)
• Approved Carter County 911 contract totaling $265,885.00 (23-0)
• Appropriated $20,000.00 for Carter County Emergency Communications District (22-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 850 honoring Constable John Henson (23-0)
• Approved Sheriff’s Department Forestry Contract (23-0)
• Approved budget amendments for County Fund ($78,449.74), Highway Fund ($106,351.00), and School Federal Projects Fund ($464,009.00) (23-0)
• Approved $3,750 pay increase for Landfill interim Director (23-0)
• Approved insurance changes for county employees (23-0)

Regular Session

The Board of County Commissioners will review multiple budget amendments across various funds, including the Highway, School, and Solid Waste funds. The meeting also includes a motion to authorize audit correction consulting and discussions on county electronic service policies.

• Authorize audit correction consulting not to exceed $14,400.00
• Budget Amendment #142-10 for School Federal Projects Fund in the amount of $1,641,000.00
• Budget Amendment #131 for Highway Fund in the amount of $128,700.00
• Budget Amendment #943,550.00 for General Purpose School Fund
• Approval of AED Policy and opioid abatement settlement agreements

The Board of Commissioners elected a new county attorney and approved several budget amendments and grant fund allocations. The commission also authorized the Sheriff's Office to seek a federal grant and recognized a local paramedic.

• Elected Attorney Joshua Hardin as county attorney (23-0)
• Approved $271,267 in HVAC Grant funds for Norwell payment #1 (23-0)
• Approved $341,750 in LACTF Grant funds for Norwell payment #1 (23-0)
• Approved $198,697.08 from Excess Board Reserves for Norwell payment #1 (23-0)
• Approved General Fund Budget Amendment 101-10 ($40,017.29) (23-0)
• Approved Highway Fund Budget Amendment 131-5 ($67,700.00) (23-0)
• Approved General Purpose Schools Fund Budget Amendment 141-7 ($130,906.07) (23-0)
• Permitted Sheriff’s Office to apply for $300,000 DOJ grant (23-0)

Regular Session

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several budget amendments across multiple county funds. The agenda also includes discussions on broadband infrastructure, speed limit changes, and various property agreements.

• Purchase of 6 AEDs and refurbishment of 4 current AEDs not to exceed $6,500.00
• Playground project at Eric Anderson Park not to exceed $30,000.00
• Application for CDBG funds for South Elizabethton Utility District water system improvements
• Increase speed limit on Old Bristol Highway from 35 MPH to 45 MPH
• Designation of the Danner Road bridge as the Loretta Colbaugh Memorial Bridge

The Board of Commissioners filled vacancies in the 7th and 8th Districts and the 5th District Constable position. The board also approved several budget amendments and a grant for fire department radios.

• Appointed Lesley Hughes as 7th District Commissioner (22-0)
• Appointed Jerry Stout as 8th District Commissioner (22-0)
• Appointed Shana Brower as 5th District Constable (22-0)
• Approved CDBG Grant Resolution for fire department radios not to exceed $62,759 (23-0)
• Approved $15,000 for HVS hotel feasibility study (23-0)
• Voted to freeze Parks and Recreation budget expenditures (23-0)
• Approved County General Fund Budget Amendment 101-9 for $163,567.27 (23-0)
• Authorized title search for Masonic property considered for purchase (23-0)

Regular Session

The Carter County Animal Shelter Board is meeting to discuss current shelter numbers, budget updates, staffing issues, and upcoming adoption events. The board will also receive updates on a planned 5K and dog walk event. No votes on ordinances or contracts are listed.

• Director's report on current shelter animal numbers
• Budget updates for the shelter
• Staffing issue updates
• Upcoming adoption events
• 5K and dog walk event updates

Regular Session

The board will review the director's report regarding shelter numbers, budget updates, and staffing issues. The meeting also includes discussions on upcoming adoption events and updates on a 5K and dog walk.

• Review of current shelter numbers
• Budget and staffing updates
• Updates on upcoming adoption events
• Discussion regarding 5K and dog walk

Regular Session

The Carter County Board of Commissioners will consider several budget committee recommendations, including purchases of new voting machines ($500,000), a county website subscription ($10,000), and a school resource officer vehicle ($38,871.80). They will also vote on multiple budget amendments, donations to the Animal Shelter, and a road name change near the Stoney Creek Volunteer Fire Department. Other items include a presentation from Keep Carter County Beautiful and a closed executive session regarding a TDEC order appeal.

• Motion to authorize $500,000 for new voting machines from Unassigned Fund Balance
• Motion to authorize $10,000 for a new county website software subscription
• Motion to authorize $38,871.80 for a new SRO vehicle for the Sheriff's Department
• Consideration of option agreement to purchase Workforce Development Complex property from State of Tennessee
• Motion to rename portions of Hope Street and South Street near Stoney Creek Volunteer Fire Department

The Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of the Masonic Lodge Building using Archive Reserve Funds. Other key actions included approving several budget amendments and naming the Election Commission Building in honor of Junior Stanley.

• Approved purchase of Masonic Lodge Building for up to $510,000 (14-6)
• Approved naming the Election Commission Building for Junior Stanley (15-5)
• Approved $12,500 in ARP funds for ARC Grant administrative fees (20-0)
• Approved up to $37,204.73 from Unassigned Fund Balance for ARC Grant match (20-0)
• Approved sale of Highway Department Excavator Track Hoe to Landfill for up to $60,000 (20-0)
• Approved Resolution 864 to apply for 2024 HOME Grant Funds (20-0)
• Approved Resolution 865 naming the Danner Road bridge the Nathaniel 'Tom' McCloud Memorial Bridge (20-0)
• Approved Resolution 866 amending Storm Water Resolution #578 (20-0)

Regular Session

The Carter County Animal Shelter Board is meeting to review current shelter numbers, continue budget preparation, address staffing issues, and discuss a Valentine adoption event. The board will also consider approval of by-laws and specific shelter needs for staff, pets, and the facility.

• Budget preparation continues for the shelter
• Staffing issues, concerns, and needs to be discussed
• Valentine adoption event planned
• By-laws discussion and possible approval
• Specific shelter needs for staff, pets, and facility

Regular Session

The board will review the director's report regarding shelter numbers, staffing needs, and budget preparation. The meeting also includes a discussion and potential approval of by-laws.

• Review of current shelter numbers
• Budget preparation updates
• Discussion and approval of by-laws
• Discussion of staffing issues and facility needs
• Valentine adoption event update

Regular Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to amend the county zoning resolution to add regulations for tiny homes. They will also consider eight budget amendments, including $11,000 for a new Trustee's Office server, $219,430 for school funds, and $2,782 in donations to the Animal Shelter. Other items include an update on the courthouse emergency egress plan, a nomination to fill a constable vacancy, and a presentation on the economic impact of a Tennessee entertainer.

• Resolution A: Amending the zoning resolution to regulate tiny homes (public hearing precedes vote)
• Budget Amendment 1: $11,000 for Trustee's Office server replacement from Unassigned Fund Balance
• Budget Amendments 2-8: Approving $471,543 in total budget adjustments across county, solid waste, highway, and school funds
• Radio Communications System update from Mark Jones (EMA)
• Nomination of Samuel Pearce to fill 2nd District Constable vacancy

The Board of Commissioners approved new zoning regulations for tiny homes and authorized a grant application to address food insecurity. The board also passed several budget amendments and authorized a server replacement for the Trustee's Office.

• Approved Resolution 842 amending zoning for Tiny Home Regulations (20-1)
• Approved Resolution 843 for CDBG grant application for food insecurity (20-0-1)
• Authorized $11,000 for Trustee's Office server and workstation replacement (21-0)
• Approved County Fund Budget Amendment #101-5 for $471,543.00 (21-0)
• Approved Solid Waste Fund Budget Amendment #116-2 for $69,781 (21-0)
• Approved Highway Fund Budget Amendment #131-3 for $6,000 (21-0)
• Approved General Purpose School Fund #141-5 for $219,430 (20-0-1)
• Approved School Federal Projects Fund #142-7 for $7,050 (21-0)

Animal Shelter Board

The Carter County Animal Shelter Board is meeting to discuss current shelter numbers, spacing issues, and potential solutions. They will also address budget preparation, staffing needs and overtime concerns, and review upcoming adoption events. By-laws are under review and will be approved at the February meeting.

• Discussion of current animal numbers and spacing issues at the shelter
• Budget preparation and concerns
• Staffing needs and overtime concerns
• Recap of Mark Reynolds broadcast from the shelter
• By-laws review and update, to be approved at February meeting