Spring City approves travel policy, zoning amendment and a slate of resolutions

SPRING CITY — The Spring City Mayor and Board of Commissioners on April 2 adopted a municipal travel policy and a zoning amendment and approved several resolutions covering camera services, events and grant applications.

The most significant actions occurred after a public hearing that opened at 6:50 p.m. and closed at 7:01 p.m. Commissioner Thomas Beaver and Commissioner Reba Murphy were present; Commissioner Jenkins and Vice Mayor Bauer were absent. Mayor Leon Locke was present.

In votes recorded during the meeting, the commission adopted Ordinance 2026-02, approving the Town of Spring City travel policy as presented. Commissioner Thomas Beaver moved and Commissioner Reba Murphy seconded; Beaver, Murphy and Mayor Leon Locke voted Aye.

The commission also adopted Ordinance 2026-03, amending the zoning ordinance language governing one principal building or structure per lot. The motion to adopt was made by Commissioner Thomas Beaver and seconded by Commissioner Reba Murphy; the three members present voted Aye.

Among resolutions approved were:

- Resolution 2026-15, authorizing a service agreement with Flock Group, Inc. (camera system). Motion by Commissioner Thomas Beaver; seconded by Commissioner Reba Murphy; unanimous Aye by those present.

- Resolution 2026-17, accepting TVA Option B for tracts XTWBR-89 and XTWBR-91E and authorizing the mayor to execute necessary documents. Motion by Commissioner Thomas Beaver; seconded by Commissioner Reba Murphy; unanimous Aye by those present.

- Resolution 2026-18, sanctioning a Tennessee Riverline hiking and snorkeling event (Laurel Dace Day) including use of portable restrooms and related support. Motion by Commissioner Reba Murphy; seconded by Commissioner Thomas Beaver; unanimous Aye by those present.

- Resolution 2026-19, authorizing the town to apply for a Tennessee Highway Safety Office grant. Motion by Commissioner Reba Murphy; seconded by Commissioner Thomas Beaver; unanimous Aye by those present.

- Resolution 2026-20, declaring certain Police Department vehicles surplus and authorizing disposal by public internet auction through GovDeals. Motion by Commissioner Thomas Beaver; seconded by Commissioner Reba Murphy; unanimous Aye by those present.

- Resolution 2026-21, approving payment of the town's share of host fees and related costs for the Volunteer #5 Bass Fishing League tournament (replacement event). Motion by Commissioner Thomas Beaver; seconded by Commissioner Reba Murphy; unanimous Aye by those present.

- Resolution 2026-23, approving a special events permit for Spring City Summer Nights (May 22 and July 24, 2026, 6–10 p.m.). Motion by Commissioner Thomas Beaver; seconded by Commissioner Reba Murphy; unanimous Aye by those present.

- Resolution 2026-24, approving a $500 contribution to Rhea County for a Tennessee 250 parade float. Motion by Commissioner Reba Murphy; seconded by Commissioner Thomas Beaver. Commissioners Beaver and Murphy voted Aye; Mayor Locke abstained; the motion carried.

A motion by Commissioner Thomas Beaver to authorize preliminary design, permitting and regulatory review for a proposed flagpole at Spring City Nature Park (Resolution 2026-25) failed for lack of a second and no action was taken.

The meeting also recorded the first reading of Ordinance 2026-04, creating Section 9.14 in the zoning ordinance to regulate smoke and vape shops; the reading passed on first reading (Beaver moved; Murphy seconded; all three present voted Aye). A subsequent meeting and formal second reading will be required for final adoption.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.