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Kingsport approves interlocal agreement with Washington County to extend water lines to 11 homes
Summary
The board approved an interlocal agreement authorizing Kingsport to extend water lines along Kincheloe and Goode Roads; Washington County will fully fund the $841,800 project, and staff said about 11 homes will gain water service. The resolution passed 7–0.
City Manager Chris McCart presented a resolution to enter an interlocal agreement with Washington County to extend water service along Kincheloe and Goode Roads. He said Washington County requested the city extend lines into areas currently without public water and that the county would fund the project in full.
When a board member asked how many homes would be affected, staff replied "11." A later comment from an alderman commended the cooperation between Kingsport and Washington County and noted the project should improve drinking water quality for the affected residents.
The board moved to approve the resolution (mover: Vice Mayor Duncan; seconder: Alderman George) and adopted it by voice vote. The chair announced the resolution passed 7–0.
Why it matters: The interlocal agreement extends utility service to a small number of homes (staff stated 11) at no local capital cost, according to the packet. It reflects regional cooperation and has direct impact on residents currently served by private wells.
What’s next: With approval, staff will execute the agreement and proceed with design and installation under the terms agreed with Washington County.
