The Johnson City Board of Commissioners held a meeting on December 5, 2024, where several key topics were discussed. One major focus was on traffic management related to a new development. Anthony Todd, a city official, assured the commission that there is sufficient state right-of-way for the project, which is expected to generate traffic primarily from the Johnson City side. A traffic study will further clarify these patterns.

The commission also addressed the first reading of a proposal that will allow for public input at the next meeting. This proposal is part of a three-step voting process, with a public hearing scheduled for the second reading in two weeks.

Another significant item on the agenda was the conveyance of 10 parcels of land, including the former Buffalo Valley Golf Course, to several local residents. Assistant City Manager Steve Willis provided updates on the approval process for these parcels, noting that the town of Unicoi had approved two smaller parcels earlier in the week.

Willis also mentioned an adjustment to the property size, retaining an additional half-acre around the water sewer station, which resulted in a price reduction for the parcels from $350,000 to $344,000. The total value of all parcels is estimated at over $1.8 million.

Commissioners expressed satisfaction with the outcome, highlighting the collaborative efforts between the city and the neighbors of the former golf course. They praised the process as a positive resolution for the community, reflecting a commitment to responsible development and neighborly cooperation.