The council received an update from CARTA regarding parking enforcement initiatives and discussed the appointment of Ethan Collier to the Regional Planning Commission. Legislative actions included approving ordinance changes for speed limits on Bonny Oaks Drive and closing an unopened right-of-way on Dodds Avenue. The council passed resolutions to support a family visitation project, manage an EPA brownfield cleanup grant, accept financial reports from the Downtown Chattanooga Alliance, and authorize state technology and metro grants for the library. Additionally, the council confirmed various mayoral appointments to boards including the Board of Electrical Examiners, the Board of Gas Examiners, and the Regional Planning Commission. Financial approvals included a change order for the Riverside Drive slope project and an agreement with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Several new purchases were approved for traffic operations, wastewater services, and advertising.
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The Council meeting involved several legislative and administrative actions, including the approval of various zoning ordinances and city code amendments. Significant discussions focused on a five-year contract with Axon Enterprise for public safety hardware and software, with specific amendments regarding the installation and deployment of automated license plate reader technology. The Council also adopted 'Plan Chattanooga' as the comprehensive plan for the city, following a detailed review of proposed revisions. Additionally, the Council authorized grant applications for police department programs, approved the annual budget presentation for the Downtown Chattanooga Alliance, and sanctioned new departmental purchases for public works and wastewater services.
May 26, 2026·Board meeting
City Council Agenda
The council agendas involve final and first readings of ordinances regarding zoning amendments for various residential and industrial properties, budget amendments to the General Fund and Capital Budget for water service projects, and amendments to the city code concerning signage and fare rates. Additionally, resolutions include authorizing the application for and acceptance of housing and highway safety grants, approving special exception permits for liquor stores, appointing administrative personnel, and modifying youth employment program contracts.
