The meeting agenda included several proclamations recognizing events such as the 25th anniversary of the Rhythm & Roots Reunion, Teen Driving Safety Week, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Fire Prevention Week. Other topics included the recognition of the Bristol Tennessee Police Department for highway traffic safety awards, a public hearing regarding the Sweet Knobs Trail Plan of Services report, and appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals. The agenda also featured discussions on right-of-way and alley abandonment ordinances, along with various resolutions concerning personnel policies, administrative services agreements, employee appreciation, software support, and equipment purchases.
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The City Council work session agenda included a variety of administrative and operational items. Key discussion topics featured a personnel budget amendment request from the Bristol Public Library, the adoption of an amended and restated personnel policy, a discussion on the grant approval process, and specific grant applications for a Safety First Grant (drone equipment for the Fire Department) and a Slater Center Grant. The Council also reviewed a shared usage agreement with Bristol Tennessee City Schools, a lot consolidation request for the school's athletic facility, updates on the water tank maintenance program and the Bristol Sessions Festival, and a request for support for the Rural Healthcare Access Modernization Program grant. Additionally, the Council discussed the upcoming November meeting schedule.
Sep 1, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
City of Bristol City Council Meeting Agenda
The City Council meeting agenda included proclamations for Child Passenger Safety Week, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and National Senior Center Month. Business items featured a public hearing regarding the fiscal 2027 budget, an appointment to the Industrial Development Board, and the first reading of an ordinance concerning alley abandonment. The agenda also listed resolutions for highway signalization grant contracts, software service agreements, asset forfeiture and forensic facility memorandums of understanding, and various procurement actions for city infrastructure, equipment, and construction projects.
Aug 4, 2026·Board meeting agenda
Bristol, Tennessee City Council Meeting Agenda
The council meeting agenda focuses on legislative and administrative actions, including public hearings regarding zoning map amendments, a moratorium on permanent campgrounds, and regulations for recreational substance retail uses. Appointments to the Better Property Board, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Planning Commission are included. The council will address budget appropriations and approve resolutions for professional services, including skatepark design and an economic impact study for a recreation facility. Additionally, the agenda covers procurement authorizations for public works and transit equipment, alongside the acceptance of several federal and state transit grant awards.
