Blount County Commission approves pay increase for commissioners

Jun 18, 2026

After heated debate about timing and size, the commission adopted Resolution 2606014 to raise county commissioner compensation; the motion passed (12 yes, 6 no, 1 abstention).

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The Blount County Commission voted June 18 to adopt Resolution 2606014, which increases county commissioner compensation. The vote carried with 12 yes, 6 no and 1 abstention.

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