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Commission approves OHM contract to create Exit 440 master plan; annexation question raised
Cocke County Legislative Body · March 1, 2026
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Summary
Commissioners approved a contract with OHM to construct an Exit 440 master plan. Vice Chairman Rick Vassar asked whether the City of Newport could later annex property in the area; Mayor Rob Mathis suggested negotiating with the city to avoid annexation. The motion passed 10–0 with 4 absences.
Commissioner Andy Ford moved to approve a contract with OHM to prepare a master plan for Exit 440; Commissioner Bill Miller seconded and the motion carried (10 ayes, 4 absent). Vice Chairman Rick Vassar asked whether the City…
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