The council agenda includes discussions on various zoning ordinance amendments regarding residential care facilities, commercial corridors, and residential neighborhood zones. Proposed resolutions involve approving a special exceptions permit for a liquor store, appointing a special police officer, authorizing donation and lease agreements for city property, and entering into memoranda of understanding for homelessness initiatives, recycling pilot programs, and fire services. The council also plans to review fiscal year operations and capital improvement budgets, and grant applications for fire department safety and prevention initiatives.
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The agenda includes a public hearing on the FY27 budget, final and first reading of various ordinances related to operations and capital budget amendments for the Raccoon Mountain Water Service Project, and zoning ordinance amendments for multiple properties across different districts. Additionally, resolutions will be discussed regarding an independent contractor services agreement for community health, an option extension agreement for Volkswagen property, mayoral appointments for the Parks and Outdoors Department and Human Resources, and special exception permits for liquor stores. Other items include the appointment of special police officers for public works, contract modifications for workforce development, and certificates of compliance for local businesses.
May 12, 2026·Board meeting
Chattanooga City Council Council Meeting Minutes
The meeting featured a proclamation honoring childcare providers. Several zoning ordinances were addressed, resulting in various approvals, deferrals, and withdrawals. The council authorized a budget amendment for a compliance training platform contract to expand access across all city departments. Additionally, the council reviewed and approved new purchases for fleet management, artwork services, tree maintenance, community center lighting, and kitchen equipment. The meeting also included committee reports on affordable housing, budget session hearings, and various community initiatives.
May 5, 2026·Board meeting
Chattanooga City Council Council Meeting Minutes
The council received a presentation on the FY27 budget proposal and reviewed a proclamation for National Public Works Week 2026. Discussion items included various public works projects, planning and zoning cases, and ordinances regarding the closure of public rights-of-way and zoning amendments. The council also authorized an on-call blanket contract for landscape architectural services and a joint funding agreement with the USGS for stream gages. Additionally, the council approved new purchases for technology services and an office complex.
