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Votes at a glance

- Ordinance (first reading) to authorize condemnation procedure for Greedy Creek trunk line improvement and Fuel Crest annexation sanitary sewer — outcome: adopted on first reading; vote recorded 6–0. (City attorney authorized to initiate proceedings; any acquisition returns to board.)

- Ordinance to amend the Fiscal 2025 General Purpose School Fund and General Projects Fund budgets — outcome: approved on first reading; vote 6–0.

- Ordinance to amend various fund budgets (aquatic center bridge project and other items, including a driver-safety grant) — outcome: approved on first reading; vote 6–0.

- Ordinance (second/final reading) to extend terms for current members of boards and commissions (amend code section 2-330) — outcome: adopted on final reading; roll-call recorded Aye from all voting members, 6–0.

- Ordinance (second/final reading) rezoning Tax Map 0290 Group A Parcel 032 (Williams Road) from R-1B Residential to R-3 Low-Density Apartment District — outcome: adopted on final reading; roll-call recorded Aye from all voting members, 6–0.

- Ordinance (second/final reading) amending various city fund budgets for FY25 (city operations) — outcome: adopted on final reading; roll-call Aye 6–0.

- Resolution renewing the Omnia Partners cooperative contract for maintenance, repair and operations supplies for fleet — outcome: approved 6–0; city noted $3,000+ rebate in 2024 and extended the agreement through Oct. 30, 2027.

- Resolution renewing award of bids for purchase of water and wastewater chemicals (chlorine; zinc orthophosphate; coagulant; polymer; fluoride; sodium permanganate) — outcome: approved 6–0.

- Resolution authorizing reimbursement of materials agreement funds to JTB Construction for Lebanon Meadows (14 new lots) — amount: $41,854.88; outcome: approved 6–0.

- Resolution authorizing purchase of one 24-passenger activity bus for Kingsport City Schools via Sourcewell cooperative — outcome: approved 6–0.

- Resolution authorizing purchase of 1,300 Dell Chromebooks and Google licenses for Kingsport City Schools (grades 7–9) — funding from Kingsport City Schools general purpose fund; total cost just under $400,000 as stated in packet — outcome: approved 6–0.

- Resolution approving a work estimate with Sullivan County Highway Department to resurface portions of Cox Hollow Road — cost shown in packet ~ $56,000 for the city portion (7,600 feet cited); outcome: approved 6–0.

- Resolution ratifying mayor’s signature to receive disaster-reimbursement funds from Washington County (Hurricane Helene response) — amount submitted $43,306.82; outcome: approved 6–0.

- Resolution authorizing the mayor to execute documents to apply for and receive a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant (Office of Outdoor Recreation) — grant amount described as $6.5M with a 50% local match if awarded; outcome: approved 6–0.

- Resolution accepting transfer/donation of property and leasehold improvements at 117 West Severe Avenue (Kingsport Dental Clinic) from the Industrial Development Board — outcome: approved 6–0.

- Resolution authorizing an agreement with Paymentus Corporation for electronic bill payment services (CIS modernization) — fees noted in discussion: $2.25 per credit-card transaction; $0.20 per e-check; outcome: approved 6–0.

- Resolution approving an agreement with Fifth Asset, Inc. (DebtBook) for cloud-based debt management software via Omnia contract — outcome: approved 6–0.

- Resolution approving an economic-development contribution to the Industrial Development Board for Kingsport Pavilion redevelopment (payment terms tied to IDB loan; staff cited increased occupancy to >95%) — outcome: approved 6–0.

- Consent agenda (eight items) including grant applications, roofing change order for Hunter Wright Stadium, host agreement for the world’s largest swim lesson event, farmers market grant, lease renewal for Model City Maker Space — all consent items approved as presented; outcome: approved 6–0.

Board procedure notes: multiple items were approved on first reading and others on second/final reading as noted on the agenda. Where a roll call was read, the recorder recorded Aye votes by Aldermen Baker, Cooper, Vice Mayor Duncan, Mays, Phillips and the Mayor. Several items brought discussion but no dissent; most measures passed unanimously.

Provenance (selected excerpts): the meeting transcript shows the ordinance reading for condemnation (read at ~5:04–5:27), the vote tally announcements for many items (commonly recorded as “Ordinance/Resolution passes 6–0”), and detailed packet references for budget and procurement items.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","BMA Meeting 3/18/2025","oneSentenceSummary","A compact roundup of ordinances and resolutions the Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved on March 18, including budget amendments, contract renewals, purchases and appointments; nearly all measures passed unanimously (6–0).","taxTitle","Kingsport, Sullivan County, Tennessee","taxId",3934,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6631058,"Kingsport approves economic-development contribution tied to Pavilion redevelopment",291,2930000,3221000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2682389-3f47c2a91dbeda276aa4ed7996105308&start=2930&end=3221","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2682389-3f47c2a91dbeda276aa4ed7996105308/thumbnail_2930000.jpg","/articles/6631058/Kingsport/Sullivan-County/Tennessee/Kingsport-approves-economic-development-contribution-tied-to-Pavilion-redevelopment","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6631058-fc337dd11c1590b65d3f3bc4daa3ba3c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771167299&Signature=kCujYRBV5yTtFER6Ua6ZDkGvRFyfdAt9tzFGRDEFEsefCpERKycS5rMbS~1BnlI9KnLF6WBT9L-rteUABBvLfaPxZ4N1jGJPZp~zIAHK~uOPPyEVsLVnrLc7Ns49eE1ugbvySAeW6ppZxf2Aw3ONYp~MLjUVKs6~IIewVTyYUdmToEtQ42zBtxmnxHAEAAhp9ifTsaCqP2DoM6xvEFYAv6~lHjeJirIXkI-R~0WVj15NUbm3D05-9lLrTKsJ~U1cem2ftCeLQFZuPxZCsZgzB3h8MgK3gYp4VXWFLTGyDbfwNBpY0yHyuMowccc6eeVaDxY08~1RVnyaNyq7GJGLZw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Board of Mayor and Aldermen on March 18 approved a resolution authorizing a financial contribution to the Industrial Development Board (IDB) to support redevelopment and improvements at the Kingsport Pavilion shopping center.

City staff recapped a multi-year partnership that included earlier city and county investments designed to attract new tenants and reduce vacancy. Staff said the center is now over 95% occupied — a level staff described as historically high for the property — and that new occupancy has restored sales- and property-tax revenue and stimulated further private investment in the corridor.

The resolution authorizes the city to provide funding for the IDB’s loan with Bank of Tennessee; financing terms discussed included a 10-year repayment schedule at an interest rate cited by staff. The city-manager’s presentation stated that revenue-generation from increased sales and property taxes will help offset the contribution, and that the investment is intended to spur broader economic activity beyond the shopping center.

Board members commended staff, the IDB and private developers for the turnaround. The board approved the resolution by voice vote, 6–0.","The board approved a financial contribution to the Industrial Development Board to support redevelopment of the Kingsport Pavilion shopping center; officials said occupancy has risen above 95% since earlier investments and the city will make payments over 10 years per loan terms.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6631064,"Kingsport accepts transfer of dental clinic building as step toward dental school plan",145,2531000,2676000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2682389-3f47c2a91dbeda276aa4ed7996105308&start=2531&end=2676","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2682389-3f47c2a91dbeda276aa4ed7996105308/thumbnail_2531000.jpg","/articles/6631064/Kingsport/Sullivan-County/Tennessee/Kingsport-accepts-transfer-of-dental-clinic-building-as-step-toward-dental-school-plan","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6631064-97dbd0a2aeb2938214aaf9d9e5426091/orig.mp4?Expires=1771167299&Signature=BKypa~jOFfKozDmhzE3u5sX0IvTmMYViimCHpzgqCIIICxRTgA2i8PuBGdDQjswcivEkud7nkdGN3gW~VWO~CHATMy1JfBNBA9Z19gASaRjdbh7q6mShS7pc15jiJTflf2xJm~yDJBDrfO3HXBUUiCaUUDoJ2acTHg3BiLB87kbs07llfdpKN2KBjsdG6EmfSJNfHFsyEL0s2Zx~6Z6CdKg9S1gA0zwgkjoqmHzcemi1qv8FYEmicKsHSTnwWlVygh1ToGOq406AF11igju-rbpJTzy22eSpfHAwGW-ZZL59wtngjpomw9vc5E~glWi4x9REj9cCd0NmCvjRc22ynw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Board of Mayor and Aldermen on March 18 approved a resolution accepting transfer of real and personal property, leasehold improvements and lease assignments at 117 West Severe Avenue — the Kingsport Dental Clinic — from the Industrial Development Board of the City of Kingsport.

City officials said the transfer is part of a longer-term plan to develop a dental education facility in Kingsport. Staff said the city will soon begin master planning for the facility in partnership with Northeast State Community College, East Tennessee State University and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, among others. Officials noted prior state funding and recent supplemental support that together enabled the city to acquire the building and fund additional improvements.

City staff thanked the Industrial Development Board and named staff leaders who helped advance the project. The board approved the resolution by voice vote, 6–0. The city manager said a master-planning process will start within weeks and that the transfer represents an early but important step toward a dental school facility.","The board accepted the transfer of the property and leasehold improvements at the Kingsport Dental Clinic (117 West Severe Avenue) from the Industrial Development Board and said master planning with university partners will begin soon.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6631068,"Kingsport authorizes application for $6.5 million Land and Water Conservation Fund grant",350,2135000,2485000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2682389-3f47c2a91dbeda276aa4ed7996105308&start=2135&end=2485","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2682389-3f47c2a91dbeda276aa4ed7996105308/thumbnail_2135000.jpg","/articles/6631068/Kingsport/Sullivan-County/Tennessee/Kingsport-authorizes-application-for-65-million-Land-and-Water-Conservation-Fund-grant","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6631068-2aa62fc5bf27ac3153ce400bfd468180/orig.mp4?Expires=1771167299&Signature=a3R~VIDGyFmUTChB9b4WDlPgT6Z6xx-xa-ZEYPSUXagSIO4eHygK1n0RfNfKp5eNhcp9wZVutzp2gNgyRt0z69mz2cl8ttn9pNcQpC7ZASqMATjmb--okxEYTN-IY5fUs7TTW-y2J~MZvSWe~P9zoMmFgi8pXREAYMPiv31-0ZnJnDI32ODHQXaGOeAc665Tvqp5cKaMImpgdxzpb7Y1hFEF0xeBHRzoPTKFiPYX5tOZEc8YNkIfrGfqeXaXxKbO8l3Rjf3MhLZjv6IPcJUIsLh3rhbSSt6HmDU7RGGwjs4bwLmFJamYNlxYwxtvNSDhqHtRo0lMnMriKuGXUYbcEQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Board of Mayor and Aldermen on March 18 authorized the mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for a Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant through the Office of Outdoor Recreation. The application would seek roughly $6.5 million; the city would be responsible for a 50% local match if awarded.

City staff and councilors described a package of potential uses for the grant funds, including installing artificial turf at Brickyard Park, expanding Miracle Field amenities, plaza and lighting improvements, and habitat and trail upgrades at Bays Mountain. Staff said the package reflects planning and prior grant work, including master plans and the recent LPRF grant that helped shape current priorities.

Board members praised staff work to assemble projects and noted the scale of potential funding. The city manager and board members said staff have pursued major grant opportunities over several years and that these awards have accelerated capital projects that otherwise might not progress at the same pace.

City staff emphasized the 50% local match and said the application does not obligate the city to a final commitment until awards are confirmed and the board sets appropriations in the capital budget. The board approved the resolution to proceed with the application by voice vote, 6–0.","The board authorized the mayor to execute documents to apply for a $6.5 million Land and Water Conservation Fund grant; staff said the city would provide a 50% local match and outlined proposed projects including artificial turf at Brickyard Park, Miracle Field additions, lighting and improvements at Bays Mountain.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6631073,"Kingsport renews water-chemicals contracts; officials discuss fluoride levels and testing",201,996000,1197000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2682389-3f47c2a91dbeda276aa4ed7996105308&start=996&end=1197","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2682389-3f47c2a91dbeda276aa4ed7996105308/thumbnail_996000.jpg","/articles/6631073/Kingsport/Sullivan-County/Tennessee/Kingsport-renews-water-chemicals-contracts-officials-discuss-fluoride-levels-and-testing","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6631073-1a7d56705d83d1a6dd201452454830a8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771167299&Signature=CE8InhRa~ImDuO5Cv3-wR4HY6cGcUTE4ZRIfeF6U9SNDCmOqrX6yr7wdBSssrr1z60W448DwjAfD2~fJahWctQpbD6uWz5bFHz4FCgo4SCyXhSRoV-FSzPwiyPULE~MRMuiTzu0Ek~uUuuXhgg6cYqwoZkIzlbAUVX4fnEZvyRDVM~7rTMIfXhYSgK9Elc~MUDRLJwHpetpOCg0u2kn6NF0Sa82PeHxUYV1OUdfQiX1fmA-wUW9eIFXSyJdS0e-ZFoQNbsAxrAnhb-AZ8hKxu72hDOzSYRywyHzzfI0RDAlWSuBKPMTosjVwJ1Ky0h6aQ~AgMVAw-FjtPkUaD6ogcA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen on March 18 renewed the city’s awards for purchasing water and wastewater chemicals and discussed trends in chemical pricing and local fluoridation levels.

The resolution renewed awards for chlorine (JCI Jones), zinc orthophosphate (Karis Corporation), coagulant (USALCO), polymer (Coastal Water Technology LLC), fluoride (Penco), and sodium permanganate (Kim Wright Inc.). The board approved the resolution by voice vote; the measure passed 6–0.

During discussion, board members asked whether chemical price increases tied to the COVID-era spike had stabilized. City staff replied that prices have generally stabilized compared with the sharp increases seen in 2020, though levels remain above pre-2020 prices. City staff also said fuel costs have come down, which helps operations.

Board members raised questions about state-level legislation affecting fluoridation. City staff cautioned they could not predict legislative outcomes but said multiple bills were moving through committees and that any state action would be complied with.

Utility staff provided details on local fluoride testing: the city’s routine samples show fluoride concentrations about half of the EPA’s upper control limit and substantially below amounts that public-health organizations recommend for dental benefits. Staff said the city tests fluoride daily and that fluoridation was originally adopted by referendum in the 1950s; any statutory change at the state level would require compliance.

City officials said the chemical purchases and budget adjustments noted in the packet reflect accounting for price changes and that those adjustments are being incorporated into fiscal 2026 planning.","The Board renewed awards for water and wastewater chemical purchases and heard city staff describe stabilized chemical prices and that Kingsport’s fluoridation level is roughly half the EPA’s upper control limit.",{"_33":124,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":125,"_41":126,"_43":127,"_45":128,"_47":129,"_49":130,"_51":131,"_53":132,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":133,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":134,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6631079,"Kingsport authorizes condemnation procedure for two utility projects",91,304000,395000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2682389-3f47c2a91dbeda276aa4ed7996105308&start=304&end=395","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2682389-3f47c2a91dbeda276aa4ed7996105308/thumbnail_304000.jpg","/articles/6631079/Kingsport/Sullivan-County/Tennessee/Kingsport-authorizes-condemnation-procedure-for-two-utility-projects","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6631079-c92fd4a945c359953973181fa2936dd4/orig.mp4?Expires=1771167299&Signature=b-lC246VhLnZnHhHq14Y5ANx7iNkAO-4hZoCHLirP7DNPB~zsEJtVstE-PiJ9J6C57I0asvQcNUe1rftvAH8g62JMRJms4hov6fa9uXR9dhZRB237CVb7yGa4AIkNt-djNs4DNFxLeKPE-9qvxrKkTNJsRjlBUN2786mN6-Ac~60pXFCePuLQEy3HD~r~V4Rf1WQUsaxuiS4YG8lK75adGI0fifa9vUhK7EVfzyApKkd~HN69iu5bWn-cCp4tZIU3v6NsLpK~TS2Vc4hPkutsD7W1Zi4nJVvcWUId0EemQZs51S~bJBMN9-7ycz0TVK1hwtxnzu8z~KX1W2Dch7lgg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Kingsport’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen on March 18 approved an ordinance authorizing the city attorney to begin condemnation proceedings if voluntary acquisition of property for two public-works utility projects cannot be secured.

The action covers property interests needed for the Greedy Creek trunk line improvement project and for sanitary sewer extensions associated with the Fuel Crest annexation. The ordinance directs staff to begin the procedural steps that would allow litigation to acquire easements, interests or estates if negotiation does not yield required property interests.

City staff said the measure is precautionary and would be used only if voluntary acquisition fails. The city manager noted that staff have sent correspondence to affected property owners and are in “conversation” with some owners; the ordinance simply enables the city to move forward if necessary. City staff also told the board that condemnation would follow Tennessee law and the court-supervised appraisal and negotiation process, and that the city uses condemnation only for public uses — for example water, sewer, roads or fire stations — not private benefits.

After brief council discussion about appraisals and good-faith negotiations, the board approved the ordinance by voice vote and later confirmed it as passing 6–0.

The ordinance authorizes the city attorney to initiate litigation and fixes the effective date for the ordinance; any specific acquisition still must come back to the board for approval, city staff said.","The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved an ordinance authorizing the city attorney to begin condemnation proceedings if voluntary property acquisition fails for the Greedy Creek trunk line improvements and the Fuel Crest annexation sanitary sewer project.","actionData","errors"]

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Votes at a glance: Kingsport Board actions, March 18, 2025

Kingsport approves economic-development contribution tied to Pavilion redevelopment

Kingsport accepts transfer of dental clinic building as step toward dental school plan

Kingsport authorizes application for $6.5 million Land and Water Conservation Fund grant

Kingsport renews water-chemicals contracts; officials discuss fluoride levels and testing

Kingsport authorizes condemnation procedure for two utility projects