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Soddy‑Daisy commissioners approve $19,342.72 mower purchase, authorize police surplus auction; review parks, appointments
Summary
At the March 19 meeting the board unanimously approved the purchase of a Kubota zero‑turn mower for $19,342.72 and authorized the auction of about 100 small police items; members also discussed building readiness, park projects and reappointments to planning and zoning boards.
The Soddy‑Daisy Board of Commissioners unanimously approved two administrative actions at its March 19, 2026 meeting.
First, the board approved a request from City Manager Johnson to purchase a Kubota zero‑turn mower from Kubota of Chattanooga at a cost of $19,342.72. The item was reported to have come in under budget. Commissioner Everett moved the mower purchase, Vice‑Mayor Jackie Penney seconded the motion, and the minutes record the vote as "Ayes - Unanimous." The record does not list a roll‑call by name.
Second, the board authorized the surplus and auction of approximately 100 small equipment items from the Police Department. Vice‑Mayor Penney asked whether a reserve would be set for the auction; City Manager Johnson said no reserve would be placed on the items. Commissioner Everett moved the surplus authorization, Commissioner Keith seconded it, and the minutes again record the vote as unanimous.
City Manager Johnson updated the board on progress at a city building: IT equipment has been ordered but not yet received, furniture is in place, and the building still needs cleaning; he declined to predict when the building would be ready. Vice‑Mayor Penney said a recent workshop produced a list of priority projects the board is working on, including the Soddy‑Daisy Kids Club Park, Holly Park improvements, parking at the Gulf, renovating City Hall, and repairs to Scramble Alley and parking; he said the board plans increased transparency on these items.
Commissioner Everett said the city is pursuing grants and continuously updating its paving list. Commissioner Keith noted a ribbon cutting for a new Workout Fit gym in the city and encouraged residents to clean up trash along road frontages. Mayor Coleman reported that Rick Nunley and David Rodery were reappointed to the Planning Commission for three‑year terms, said two new members had been appointed to the Zoning Board of Appeals, and stated that he and Jim Biggs would serve on that board. Commissioner Everett publicly thanked the Red Bank Soddy‑Daisy Charitable Foundation for its contributions.
The meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
