2023
February 14, 2023
-Second Reading of Ordinance 23-01-10-01, an ordinance to change the name of East Loveliss Street to Jack McPherson Way.
-Second Reading of Ordinance 23-01-10-02, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for fiscal year 2022-2023.
-Second Reading of Ordinance 23-01-10-03, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee water/sewer fund for fiscal year 2022-2023.
-Acceptance of the annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022
-Approval to appropriate an amount not to exceed $90,000 for roofing and other repairs to Fire Station One.
-Approval of a request from Jason Taylor to close Cumberland Street from Johnson Street to Patton Ferry Road on April 22nd for a car show.
-Reappoint Council Member Tony Brown to a six-year term on the Solid Waste Advisory Board.
January 10, 2023
–Public Hearing/Regular Meeting
-Public Hearing in Consideration of Ordinance 22-12-13-02, an ordinance amending section 11-407 of the Municipal Zoning code regarding permitted uses and structures within the C-1 district in the City of Kingston.
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-12-13-01, an ordinance to amend the Kingston Municipal Code to increase the competitive bidding amount from $25,000 to $50,000.
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-12-13-02, an ordinance amending section 11-407 of the Municipal Zoning code regarding permitted uses and structures within the C-1 district in the City of Kingston.
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-12-13-03, an ordinance to amend the Kingston Municipal Code relative to the number of members on the Municipal Planning Commission and the terms of office for the Commission members.
-First Reading of Ordinance 23-01-10-01, an ordinance to change the name of East Loveliss Street to Jack McPherson Way.
-First Reading of Ordinance 23-01-10-02, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for fiscal year 2022-2023.
-First Reading of Ordinance 23-01-10-03, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee water/sewer fund for fiscal year 2022-2023.
-Approval of the expenditure of $87,964.63 of ARPA funding for two police vehicles on State contract pricing, and related equipment.
-Adopt Resolution 23-01-10-01, a resolution prioritizing and approving the initial funding of the State and Local Recovery Funds of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
-Approval of the expenditure of $88,468 of ARPA funding for two trucks for Public Works on State contract pricing.
-Adopt Resolution 23-01-10-02, a resolution prioritizing and approving the initial funding of the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
2022
- December 13, 2022
–Public Hearing/Regular Meeting
-Public Hearing in Consideration of Ordinance 22-11-10-01, an ordinance amending by rezoning Tax Map 058G, Group F, Parcels 013.00 and 014.00 from C-1 General Business District to R-2, Residential District.
-Second reading of Ordinance 22-11-10-01, an ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of Kingston, Tennessee by rezoning property from C-1 General business district to R-2 residential district (Roane County Tax Map 058G, Group F, Parcels 013.00 and 014.00)
-Second reading of Ordinance 22-11-10-03, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for fiscal year 2022-2023.
-Second reading of Ordinance 22-11-10-04, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee water/sewer fund for fiscal year 2022-2023.
-Appointment of Mr. Andrew Scott Thompson to the position of Kingston City Attorney and also the Kingston Back Tax Attorney at a salary of $55,000 per year plus the fees associated with the back taxes as pursuant to TCA and that his starting date to be effective January 1, 2023.
-Confirmation of Council Member Tara Stockton to a two-year term as Vice-Mayor.
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-12-13-01, an ordinance to amend the Kingston Municipal Code to increase the competitive bidding amount from $25,000 to $50,000.
-Award a bid from DWR Aquatics in the amount of $64,876 from previously appropriated funding to replace the liner at the swimming pool.
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-12-13-02, an ordinance amending section 11-407 of the Municipal Zoning Code regarding permitted uses and structures within the C-1 district in the City of Kingston.
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-12-13-03, an ordinance to amend the Kingston Municipal code relative to the number of members on the Municipal Planning Commission and the terms of office for the Commission members.
-Award a bid from Kustom Signals in the amount of $85,900.25 for body and in-car cameras and related equipment for the Police Department.
-Adopt Resolution 22-12-13-01, a resolution prioritizing and approving the initial funding of the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
-Adopt Resolution 22-12-13-02, a resolution to request the legislative delegation for Roane County, Tennessee to submit an act to amend the Charter of the City of Kingston relative to the submission by the City Manager of a proposed annual budget.
-Adopt Resolution 22-12-13-03, a resolution authorizing the City of Kingston to participate in the Cyber Security Partners matching grant program.
-Reappoint Beverly Zeilman to the Kingston Library Board. Term to expire 12/31/2025
-Appoint William Wilson to the Kingston Library Board. Term to expire 12/31/2025.
-Approval to surplus equipment
-Appoint Council Member Philip Bredwell to the Parks & Recreation Commission.
-Appoint Council Member Randy Childs to serve as the council rep on the Rockwood Electric Utility (REU) Board.
-Appoint Council Member Lucy Johnson to the Kingston Library Board.
-Authorize the City Manager and Utility Director to enter in to an agreement with Gary Mullins to provide sewer service on Warren Lane.
- November 10, 2022
–Public Hearing/Regular Meeting
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-10-11-01, an ordinance amending section 11-1001 of the municipal zoning code regarding the fee to be charged to an applicant to defray costs resulting from the filing of the application for change in the zoning ordinance.
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-11-10-01, an ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of Kingston, Tennessee by rezoning property from C-1 general business district to R-2 residential district.
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-11-10-03, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for fiscal year 2022-2023.
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-11-10-04, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee water/sewer fund for fiscal year 2022-2023.
-Adopt Resolution 22-11-10-01, a resolution prioritizing and approving the initial funding of the state and local fiscal recovery funds for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
-Adopt Resolution 22-11-10-02, a resolution in support of efforts to prevent the spread of invasive Asian carp into uninvaded waterways.
-Approval to authorize the Building Official to proceed with the filing of lawsuits regarding properties in violation of city ordinances.
-Approval of request from the Chef’s Workshop to close Court Street on November 28th from 3PM until the conclusion of the Christmas Parade for an additional food truck rally.
-Approval of the request for the extension of sewer services on Ward Road.
-Approval of the request for the extension of sewer services on West Ridgecrest Drive.
- October 11, 2022
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-09-13-01, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for fiscal year 2022-2023
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-09-13-02, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee water/sewer fund for fiscal year 2022-2023.
-Adopt Resolution 22-10-11-01, a resolution prioritizing and approving the initial funding of the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to make a one-time payment to all current full-time City personnel who were employed between March 3, 2021 and October 11, 2022.
-Approval to change the date of the November City Council meeting to November 10, 2022 at 6pm due to a conflict with the election.
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-10-11-01, an ordinance amending Section 11-1001 of the municipal zoning code regarding the fee to be charged to an applicant to defray costs resulting from the filing of the application for change in the zoning ordinance.
-Reappoint Glenda Johnson and Levi Lankford to the Kingston Board of Zoning Appeals. Terms to expire 10/31/2027.
-Approval to surplus equipment.
-Approval to enter into an agreement between the City of Kingston and CGS Stores, LLC (Casey’s) for sewer service at the Goodstop by Casey’s location at 1452 Lawnville Road.
- September 13, 2022
-Adopt Resolution 22-09-13-01, a resolution to accept the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) TDEC direct and conduit appropriations and approving the conditions imposed.
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-09-13-01, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for fiscal year 2022-2023.
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-09-13-02, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee water/sewer fund for fiscal year 2022-2023.
-Appoint Harriet Walker to fill the unexpired term on the Beautification Committee with the term to expire on March 1, 2026.
-Authorize the Mayor to enter in to a contract with a nationally affiliated organization to host a fishing tournament in September 2023 and to approve the terms and conditions of the same.
- August 23, 2022 (Special Called)
-Authorize the Mayor to execute a sales contract between the City of Kingston and Robert L. Delaney for the purchase of two tracts of land, 047L-A-001.06 and 047L-A-001.07, in the amount of $350,000 (with one-half of the purchase to be funded by Roane County) (Copy of Closing Paperwork included dated 1/27/2023)
- August 9, 2022
–Regular Meeting/Public Hearing
-Public Hearing for Ordinance 22-07-12-01, an ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of Kingston, Tennessee by rezoning property from R-1, residential district to R-2, residential district (Tax Map 058, Parcel 115.00)
-Authorize the City Manager to initiate professional services for gateway signage not to exceed $20,000.
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-07-12-01, an ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of Kingston, Tennessee by rezoning property from R-1, residential district to R-2, residential district (Tax Map 058, Parcel 115.00).
-Adopt Resolution 22-08-09-01, a resolution in opposition to the proposed long-term management and storage of elemental mercury within the city limits of Kingston, Tennessee.
-Adopt Resolution 22-08-09-02, a resolution in support of naming the courtroom at the old Roane County Courthouse after J. Polk Cooley.
-Authorize the funding of $661,896 for the required 50% local match of the Appalachian Regional Commission grant for Ladd Park improvements.
-Approve to convert the City Park tennis courts to pickleball courts.
-Authorize the sale of surplus City property
-Authorize the sale of surplus Utility property
- July 12, 2022
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-07-12-01, an ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of Kingston, Tennessee by rezoning property from R-1, residential district to R-2, residential district (Tax Map 058, Parcel 115.00)
-Adopt Resolution 22-07-12-01, a resolution authorizing the City of Kingston to participate in the Public Entity Partners Safety Partners matching grant.
-Adopt Resolution 22-07-12-02, a resolution authorizing the City of Kingston to participate in the Public Entity Partners James L. Richardson Driver Safety matching grant.
-Adopt Resolution 22-07-12-03, a resolution authorizing the City of Kingston to participate in the Public Entity Partners Property Conservation matching grant.
-Reappoint Keenon Hethcoat to another term on the Parks and Recreation Commission. Term to expire 6/30/2026
-Appoint Denise Headrick to a term on the Parks and Recreation Commission. Term to expire 6/30/2026
-Approve the dispatch agreement with the Roane County Emergency Communications District for fiscal year 22-23.
-Approve an agreement between the City of Kingston and Watts Bar Utility District for the treatment of wastewater.
- June 14, 2022
–Public Hearing/Regular Meeting
-Public Hearing for Resolution 22-06-14-01, Ordinance 22-06-07-01 and Ordinance 22-06-07-02.
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-05-10-01, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for fiscal year 2021-2022
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-05-10-02, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee water/sewer fund for fiscal year 2021-2022.
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-06-07-01, an ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee adopting the annual general fund budget and setting the property tax rate for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022 and ending June 30, 2023.
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-06-07-02, an ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee adopting the annual water/sewer fund operating budget and setting the rates and fees for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022 and ending June 30, 2023.
-Adopt Resolution 22-06-14-01, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Kingston, Tennessee approving, solely for the purposes of section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Service Code of 1986, as amended, the issuance by the Colorado Health Facilities Authority of its senior living revenue bonds (American Eagle Portfolio Project), series 2022, for the purpose of financing the senior living facilities herein described, one of which is located in the City, and providing an effective date.
-Authorize the City Manager and Utility Director to proceed with the application process for TDEC funded American Rescue Plan Act projects.
-Award a bid in the amount of $152,550 from Competition Athletic Services for the resurfacing of the Southwest Point running track.
-Award a bid in the amount of $122,158 from Garrett and Sons for the re-flooring of the Community Center.
-Appoint Jinx Watson to fill an unexpired term seat on the Library Board-Term to expire 12/31/2024.
-Appoint Beverly Zeilman to fill an unexpired term seat on the Library Board-Term to expire 12/31/2022.
-Approve a request by the Fire Department to surplus equipment.
-Approve the installation of sewer service on Shubert Street.
- June 7, 2022 (Special Called)
–Special Called City Council Meeting
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-06-07-01, an Ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee adopting the annual general fund operating budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022 and ending June 30, 2023.
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-06-07-02, an ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee adopting the annual water/sewer fund operating budget and setting the rates and fees for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022 and ending June 30, 2023.
- May 10, 2022
–Public Hearing/Regular Meeting City Council
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-04-12-01, an ordinance amending the zoning map of Kingston, TN by rezoning property from R-1 Residential District to R-2 Residential District. (Roane County Tax Map 058 Parcel 105.00 and Roane County Tax Map 058E, Group A, Parcel 003.00)
-Approve request by Jason Taylor to close Cumberland Street from Johnson St. to Patton Ferry Rd. on August 20th for a car show.
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-05-10-01, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for the fiscal year 2021-2022
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-05-10-02, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee water/sewer fund for fiscal year 2021-2022.
- April 12, 2022
–Public Hearing/Regular Meeting City Council
-Public Hearing for Second Reading of Ordinance 22-03-08-02, an ordinance establishing the meeting date and time for the Board of Zoning Appeals.
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-03-08-01, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for fiscal year 2021-2022
-Second Reading of Ordinance 22-03-08-02, an ordinance establishing the meeting date and time for the Board of Zoning Appeals
-Approve the allocation of the remaining $147,127 from the FY 20-21 Local Support Grant and the FY 21-22 Local Government Recover and Rebuilding Grant for paving.
-Authorize the purchase of the pool controllers at the estimated price of $15,000 out of the $500,000 originally earmarked for track repairs.
-Approve Resolution 22-04-12-01, a resolution authorizing an application to the Appalachian Regional Commission requesting funds for Ladd Landing development improvements.
-Approve Resolution 22-04-12-02, a resolution supporting the City of Kingston’s intent to fund the required 25% match to qualify for State of Tennessee ARPA non-competitive matching grant funding for water and sewer projects.
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-04-12-01, an ordinance amending the zoning map of Kingston, TN by rezoning property from R-1 Residential District to R-2 Residential District.
-Approval to amend the Charter of the City of Kingston to change the date in which the City Manager must submit a proposed budget to the City Council from April 1st to May 1st.
-Authorize the City Manager to approve an expenditure in the amount of $21,400 to Competition Athletic Surfaces, Inc. for the resurfacing of the City Park tennis courts.
-Authorize the City Manager to approve an expenditure in the amount of $18,558.50 to Carolina Construction Equipment for the purchase of a Wacker Neuson RD12L asphalt roller from funds raised through the sale of surplus equipment.
-Approve the allocation of $175,000 of American Rescue Plan funds to go toward a 50/50 ARP collaboration with Roane County for the purchase of property adjacent to Ladd Park.
-Authorize the disposal of surplus items
- March 8, 2022
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-03-08-01, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for the fiscal year 2021-2022
-First Reading of Ordinance 22-03-08-02, an ordinance establishing the meeting date and time for the Board of Zoning Appeals.
-Authorize the City Manager to solicit sealed bids for repairs to the Southwest Point walking track and the City Park tennis courts.
-Authorize the City Manager to solicit sealed bids for the replacement of the flooring at the Community Center
-Authorize the disposal of surplus items
-Approve the closing of Third Street (from Cumberland St. to Race Street) and Court Street (from Kentucky St. to Third Street) during the “Spring Fling” event sponsored by Heavens Gift Boutique on May 14th (with a rain date of May 28th)
-Approve the extension of sewer service on Orchard Road.
- February 8, 2022
-Adopt Resolution 22-02-08-01 supporting the restoration of the historical state shared sales tax relationship and the increased single-article cap revenue sharing relationship between the State of Tennessee and local governments.
-Authorize the City Manager to purchase a portable restroom trailer in lieu of constructing permanent restrooms at the Southwest Point amphitheater in an amount not to exceed $80,000
-Approve the City Manager’s recommendation to engage the firms of Community Development Partners and Fulghum Macindoe for administrative and engineering services.
-Authorize the disposal of surplus property as requested by Finance, Parks & Recreation, Police and Public Works.
-Appoint Robert Sparkes and Susan Whitlock to another term on the Beautification committee for four-year terms ending 3/1/2026
-Rescind Resolution 14-9-9-2
-Adopt Resolution 22-02-08-02 requiring all Board and Commission openings to be advertised.
- January 11, 2022
–Regular Meeting City Council / Public Hearing
-Second Reading of Ordinance 21-12-14-01, an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee by establishing regulations for campgrounds, travel trailers and recreational vehicles in Kingston, TN
-Approve the purchase of a 2022 Altec Model AT37G bucket truck in the amount of $132,857, based on Sourcewell contract pricing and upon availability.
-Authorize the City Manager to execute payment in the amount of $375,000 based on HGAC contract pricing and upon availability, to Ferrara Fire Apparatus for a Freightliner Commercial Pumper.
-Appoint Levi Lankford to the Kingston Board of Zoning Appeals with a term expiring 10/31/2022.
-Appoint Rob Jago to the Kingston Board of Zoning Appeals with a term expiring 10/31/2025.
-Accept the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the year ending June 30, 2021
-Authorize the Utility Director to bypass formal bidding for the installation of a 6″ backwash line at the Water Treatment Plant, in an amount not anticipated to exceed $27,000
2021
- December 14, 2021
-Authorize the City Manager to solicit requests for qualifications from interested firms for engineering and administrative services related to American Rescue Plan Act funding.
-First Reading of Ordinance 21-12-14-01, an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee by establishing regulations for campgrounds, travel trailers and recreational vehicles within Kingston, TN.
-Reappoint Savannah Washam, Kelli Smith and Carolyn Brewer to another 3-year term on the Library Board. Terms to expire 12-31-2024.
-Reappoint Brian Collins to another 5-year term to the Historic Zoning Commission. Term to expire 12-31-2026
-Appoint Michael Greenwell to a 4-year term to the Parks & Recreation Commission. Term to expire 6-30-2025
-Approval to surplus equipment
-Authorize the City Manager to award the Radar Control Bid on December 27, 2021 not to exceed $300,000 allotted for this project.
- November 12, 2021
-Rescind the motion authorizing the Mayor to enter in to an agreement with TRANE for lighting improvements at Southwest Point Ballfields
-Authorize the City Manager to begin discussions with Rockwood Electric Utility on the proposals submitted by Rockwood Electric Utility to contract with Musco and Progression Electric for the lighting improvements at the Southwest Point Ballfields.
- November 9, 2021
-Public Hearing/Regular Meeting
-Second Reading of Ordinance 21-10-12-01, an ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of Kingston, Tennessee by rezoning Tax Map 058L, Group F, Parcel 003.01, and a portion of the adjacent road rights-of-way of Lawnville Road and Lewis Drive from R-1 residential to R-2.
-Authorize the City Manager to solicit Requests for Qualifications from interested firms for the design of gateway signage for the City of Kingston.
-Authorize the City Manager to solicit sealed bids for radar traffic light controls.
-Authorize the surplusing of equipment by multiple departments.
-Awarding the contract for the lighting at Southwest Point fields not to exceed $700,224
- October 12, 2021
-Second Reading of Ordinance 21-09-14-01, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for fiscal year 2021-2022
-Adopt Resolution 21-10-12-01, a resolution authorizing the City of Kingston to participate in the Public Entity Partners Property Conservation Matching Grant Program.
-First Reading of Ordinance 21-10-12-01, an ordinance amending the zoning map of the City of Kingston, Tennessee by rezoning Tax Map 058L, Group F, Parcel 003-01, and a portion of the adjacent road rights-of-way of Lawnville Road and Lewis Drive from R-1 residential to R-2
-Approve surplus items requested by Public Works
-Approval to go into contract with Arcadis for $88,136 for the TDOT Surface Transportation Program
- September 28, 2021
–Special Called Meeting/Workshop
- September 14, 2021
-First Reading of Ordinance 21-09-14-01, an ordinance amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for fiscal year 2021-2022
-Adopt Resolution 21-09-14-01 authorizing the City of Kingston to participate in the James L. Richardson Driver Safety Matching Grant Program
- August 10, 2021
-Adopt Resolution 21-08-10-01, a resolution formalizing the details of the 2021 bond issue for the re-financing of existing debt and the funding of capital improvements.
-Adopt Resolution 21-08-10-02, a resolution for the appointment of a property maintenance and codes enforcement Board of Appeals for the City of Kingston, Tennessee.
- July 13, 2021
-Adopt Resolution 21-07-13-01 authorizing the City of Kingston to participate in the Public Entity Partners “Safety Partners” matching grant program.
-Adopt Resolution 21-07-13-02 authorizing the issuance of not to exceed three million fifty thousand and no/100 dollars ($3,050,000) general obligation bonds of the City of Kingston, Tennessee.
-Adopt Resolution 21-07-13-03 authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds of the City of Kingston, Tennessee in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $8,650,000, in one or more series; making provision for the issuance, sale and payment of said bonds, establishing the terms thereof and the disposition of proceeds therefrom; and providing for the levy of taxes for the payment of principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the bonds.
-Approval to transfer $10,000 from the capital fund to the general fund for the purchase of brackets for veteran’s banners.
-Approval for the Fire Department to surplus equipment as submitted.
- June 22, 2021
–Public Hearing/Special Called Meeting
-Second Reading of Ordinance 21-06-08-01 and ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee adopting the annual general fund operating budget and setting the property tax rate for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022.
-Second Reading of Ordinance 21-06-08-02, an ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee adopting the annual water/sewer fund operating budget and setting the rates and fees for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022.
-Adopt Resolution 21-06-22-01, a resolution of intent by City Council to accept for maintenance and upkeep the roadways denominated as Franklin Village Way and Franklin Village Trace in the Villages of Center Farms upon completion of developer improvements of said roadways to conform to all Kingston Planning and Zoning requirements and standards.
-Consideration to authorize the City Manager and Finance Director to enter into an agreement with One Bank of Tennessee for banking services.
- June 8, 2021
-Second Reading of Ordinance 21-05-11-01 amending the annual budget for the City of Kingston, Tennessee for fiscal year 2020-2021.
-Consideration to award the Community Center roof replacement bid to B&B Roofing, Inc. in the amount of $167,200 for the base bid and $13,400 for bid alternate #1.
-Consideration to renew the planning services contract for East Tennessee Development District for FY 21-22 in the amount of $10,175.
-Approval of surplus vehicles from the Parks & Recreation Department.
-First Reading of Ordinance 21-06-08-01 of the City of Kingston, Tennessee adopting the annual general fund operating budget and setting the property tax rate for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022.
-First Reading of Ordinance 21-06-08-02, an ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee adopting the annual water/sewer fund operating budget and setting the rates and fees for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022.
-Consideration to approve the Roane County Emergency Communications District dispatch agreement for the 2021/2022 fiscal year.
- May 11, 2021
–Regular Meeting City Council/ Public Hearing
-Second Reading of Ordinance 21-04-13-01 amending the zoning map of the City of Kingston, Tennessee by rezoning property located at 1112 Circle Drive, 1110 Circle Drive and 1106 Sevier Ferry Road as shown on Tax Map 047P, Group A, Parcels 027.00, 028.00 and 029.00 together with adjacent road rights of way from C-2 Highway Business to R-1 Residential District.
-Second Reading of Ordinance 21-04-13-02 to adopt a Fat-Oil-Grease (FOG) Reduction and Removal Policy for the Water Department.
- April 13, 2021
-Consideration to authorize the purchase of a vehicle for the City Manager
-Consideration to allocate funding for the purchase of new Christmas lights for Kentucky Street
-Appoint Kelli Smith to fill an unexpired term on the Library Board ending December 21, 2021
-Appoint Glenda Johnson, Judy Yeager, Teresa Kirkham, Sue Collins and Cole Silvers to four-year terms on the Beautification Committee ending April 20, 2025
-Consideration to authorize the City Manager to apply for the Tennessee Dept. of Economic and Community Development Infrastructure Planning Grant with a local match not to exceed $2,500.
-First Reading of Ordinance 21-04-13-01 amending the zoning map of the City of Kingston, Tennessee by rezoning property located at 1112 Circle Drive, 1110 Circle Drive and 1106 Sevier Ferry Road as shown on Tax Map 047P, Group A, Parcels 027.00, 028.00 and 029.00 together with adjacent road rights of way from C-2 Highway Business to R-1 Residential District.
-First Reading of Ordinance 21-04-13-02 to adopt a Fat-Oil-Grease (FOG) Reduction and Removal Policy for the Water Department.
- March 9, 2021
-Approve to offer Servline coverage for master meters, meters over 2″ and Irrigation systems.
- February 9, 2021
-Second Reading of Ordinance 21-1-12-01, an ordinance establishing policies and procedures for the Water Department
-Approval to select TRANE to conduct a no cost/ no obligation comprehensive energy efficiency audit for the City of Kingston, and to authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with TRANE for the performance of said audit. The City Manager and City Attorney will work with TRANE on a proposed agreement for this item which will be presented for Council approval at a later date.
-Authorize the Mayor to enter into a contract with Michael Brady Incorporated for design, engineering and bid related services for the Community Center roof at an amount not to exceed $32,000.
-Adopt Resolution 21-02-09-01, a resolution authorizing the purchasing credit card certificate.
-Authorize the Mayor to execute an easement agreement with Old Capitol Town, LLC regarding future utility easements and liability for 615 N. Kentucky Street.
-Approve application for an on-premise beer permit for Maple Creek Bistro, 1000 Ladd Landing Blvd #1120
- January 12, 2021
-Accept the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for FY ending June 30, 2020
-Appoint Council Member Jeff Griffis as Council Representative on the Library Board
-Appoint Robert Sparkes to the Beautification Committee. Term to expire March 1, 2022
-First Reading of Ordinance 21-1-12-01, establishing policies and procedures for the Water Dept.
-Approval for the Fire Dept. to apply for the 2021 Assistance to Firefighters Grant.
2020
- December 21, 2020
-Jeff Griffis was duly elected and will take the Oath of Office to assume the Council seat vacated by the passing of Wiley Brackett
- December 17, 2020
- December 8, 2020
-Ordinance 20-11-10-1, an ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee to amend the general fund budget appropriation ordinance for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021
-Appointment of Council member Becky Humphreys as Vice-Mayor
-Rescind Council action from May 2, 1985 regarding infrastructure at 615 N. Kentucky Street and authorize the City Attorney and City Manager to negotiate with the interested parties of said property to secure any necessary easements assurances, maintenance guarantees and hold harmless agreements.
-Resolution 20-12-08-01, a Resolution authorizing the City of Kingston to participate in Public Entity Partners property conservation matching grant program.
-Approval of the installation of speed humps on Sunrise Drive
-Reappoint Robert Bailey, Bruce Cantrell and Hugh Willett to another 5-year term on Historic Zoning. Term to expire 12-31-2025
-Appoint Kerry Willett to a 3-year term on the Library Board. Term to expire 12-31-2023
-Adopt TDEC mandated water and sewer specifications for the City of Kingston
- November 17, 2020
-Adopt Resolution 20-11-10-1, a resolution to establish an updated occupational safety and health program plan, devise rules and regulations and to provide for a safety director and the implementation of such program plan.
-First Reading of Ordinance 20-11-10-1, an ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee to amend the general fund appropriation ordinance for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021
-Approve an appropriation not to exceed $10,000 from the 300-capital fund for the completion of the Southwest Point indoor batting facility.
- October 13, 2020
-Approval to surplus property
-Consideration of approval of an applicant for a beer permit at 1202 N. Kentucky Street
- September 22, 2020
–Public Hearing/Special Called Meeting
-Ordinance 20-09-08-1 adopting the annual general fund operating budget and setting the property tax rate for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021
-Ordinance 20-09-08-2 adopting the annual water/sewer fund operating budget and setting the rates and fees for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021
- September 8, 2020
-Resolution 20-09-08-1 authorizing the City Manager to apply for the 2020 Public Entity Partners Driver Safety matching grant.
-Approval to Surplus property
-Approval to authorize the holding of City events within the guidelines set forth by Executive Orders of the Governor.
-Approval to write-off accounts 005-03840-01, 002-02150-05, 007-00740-25
-Approval to modify insurance coverage relating to sewer back-ups.
- August 11, 2020
-Ordinance 20-06-09-01 amending the municipal zoning code to increase the fee for appeals to the Board of Zoning Appeals.
-Resolution 20-03-10-2 annexing territory (Parcels 109.00, 110.00, 114.00, 114.01 and 118.00, Roane County Tax map 057) and incorporating said territory into the corporate limits of the City of Kingston, Tennessee
-Resolution 20-03-10-3 establishing a plan of services for annexation resolution 20-03-10-2 for the City of Kingston.
-Ordinance 20-03-10-1 amending the zoning map of Kingston Tennessee by zoning certain territory annexed by Resolution 20-03-10-2 as C-4, Control Commercial District.
-Resolution 20-07-14-1 to request that the Tennessee Valley Authority cooperate in the development of the former Southwest Point Golf Course Property.
-Authorize the City Manager to solicit Requests for Proposals for LED streetlight and ball field lighting replacement.
-Authorize the Mayor to execute a franchise agreement between the City of Kingston and Comcast of the South.
-Resolution 20-08-11-1 authorizing the City of Kingston to join with Roane County in forming a community leadership team to forward the Tennessee Riverline 652 vision under the program of the Tennessee Rivertown Partnership guidelines.
-Approve surplus equipment
-Write off Water Accounts 009-3220-04, 012-3827-01, 007-3190-20
- July 14, 2020
-Public Hearing Only-Due to the Lack of a Quorum the Regular Meeting rescheduled to a later date
- June 9, 2020
-Approval of the FY 20-21 E-911 Contract
-Resolution 20-06-09-01 requesting that the State of Tennessee Local Government Planning Advisory Committee remove the designation and authority of the Kingston Planning Commission to administer and provide planning services and subdivision regulations outside the city limits of the City of Kingston.
-Approval of the FY 20-21 Animal Shelter Contract
-Resolution 20-06-09-02 to temporarily continue the fiscal year 2020 annual operating budget of the City of Kingston, TN for fiscal year 2021
-Resolution 20-06-09-01 to temporarily continue the fiscal year 2020 annual operating budget of the Kingston Water Department for fiscal year 2021
- May 12, 2020
-Authorization for the City Manager to apply for the 2020 U.S. Department of Transportation BUILD Grant to fund the development of a master plan for the Hwy 70/58 corridor.
-Authorization for the Mayor to execute the FY-21 TDOT Maintenance Contract
-Approval of the appointment of Jamey Davis to fill a vacated seat on the Kingston Parks and Recreation Board with a term ending June 30, 2022
-Authorization for the Utility Director to write-off account 1-840-08 in the amount of $253.20 due to the death of the customer.
-Authorization for the Utility Director to write-off account 4-612-07 in the amount of $454.26 due to the death of the customer.
-Authorization for the Utility Director to write-off account 3-5400-11 in the amount of $76.95 due to Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.
-Authorization for the Utility Director to write-off account 8-405-07 in the amount of $149.95 due to Chapter 13 Bankruptcy.
-Approval of the Certification of Compliance for Krishna, LLC to sell retail alcoholic beverages at 1202 N. Kentucky Street.
-Approval of the Application for an off-premises beer permit for CAPL Retail, LLC at 935 N. Kentucky Street.
-Approval of the Application for an off-premises beer permit for CAPL Retail, LLC at 935 E. Race Street.
-Approval of the Application for an off-premises beer permit for CAPL Retail, LLC at 614 N. Kentucky Street.
- April 14, 2020
-Canceled due to COVID-19
- March 10, 2020
- February 11, 2020
Consideration to authorize the City Attorney to file suit in Chancery Court against the owner of 500 N. Kentucky Street due to persistent codes violations.
- January 14, 2020
Resolution 20-01-14-1 Adopting the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ADA Coordinator and Procedures
Resolution 20-01-14-2 Adopting ADA Standards for Accessibility and Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines
Resolution 20-01-14-3 Requesting MTAS to codify and revise the ordinances of the City of Kingston
Resolution 20-01-14-4 Adopting the Roane County Hazard Mitigation Plan
2019
- December 10, 2019
Resolution 19-12-10-1 to Consider to revert to a Municipal Planning commission
Appoint Trudy Wideman and Larry Ridinger to a three-year term on the Kingston Library Board
Consideration to authorize the Utility Director to contract with Raftelis to carry out the directives of the Water and Wastewater Financing Board, at an amount not to exceed $32.010
- November 14, 2019
–Special Called Meeting City Council
Ordinance 19-11-14-1 An ordinance to Repeal the Food Truck Regulation Denominated as Ordinance 19-7-9-1
- November 12, 2019
Approve the citizen requested installation of speed humps on Old Race Street
Approve to Appoint Tori May to a four year term on the Board of Zoning Appeals
Approve to Appoint Susan Whitlock to a four year term on the Beautification Committee
Approve to change the route of the Christmas Parade
Approve a Contract with Watts Bar Utility District for the sale and purchase of Water
- October 8, 2019
–Public Hearing/Regular Meeting City Council
Resolution 19-10-8-1 Authorizing the City Manager to apply for the Public Entity Partners Driver’s Safety Matching Grant
Resolution 19-10-8-2 Authorizing the City Manager to apply for the Public Entity Partners Property Conservation Matching Grant
Authority to adopt a Substance Abuse Policy for the City of Kingston
Resolution 19-10-8-3 Authorizing the Mayor to execute and submit an application with appropriate assurances for the 2019 TDOT Multi-Modal Access Grant
Resolution 19-10-8-4 to support of efforts to stop the migration of Silver Carp towards Watts Bar Lake
- September 10, 2019
Resolution 19-9-10-1-A Resolution Implementing a Donation Policy for the City of Kingston
Authorization for Mayor to enter into the 2019-2020 E-911 Dispatch Agreement
Approve the Out of City Sewer Request by the Grove Church for the property on Hwy 70
- August 13, 2019
–Public Hearing/Regular Meeting City Council
Ordinance 19-6-11-3-An Ordinance Adopting the Annual Budget and Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2019/20
Ordinance 19-7-9-1- An Ordinance to allow the Permitting and Regulation of Mobile Food Vendors in the City of Kingston including Food Trucks, Food Trailers and Ice Cream Trucks
- July 9, 2019
- June 27, 2019
–Public Hearing and Special Called Meeting
Ordinance 19-6-11-1-An Ordinance to Amend the Budget Appropriation for Fiscal Year 2018/19 for the City of Kingston
Ordinance 19-6-11-2-An Ordinance Amending the Annual Budget for the Water/Sewer Department of the City of Kingston for Fiscal Year 2018/19
Resolution 19-6-27-1-A Resolution Authorizing the Continuing Expenditures by the City Pending the Determination of a Tax Rate and the Passing of a Budget Ordinance
- June 11, 2019
Authorization for the Mayor to execute the 2019-2020 Maintenance Contract between Tennessee Department of Transportation and the City of Kingston
- May 14, 2019
–Public Hearing and Regular Meeting City Council
Authorization for the City Manager to purchase a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 for the Police Department in the amount not to exceed $18,995
Approval for Parks and Recreation to Surplus Equipment
Approval of Resolution 19-05-14-01 to Annex Parcel 003.01 as shown on Roane Co. Tax Map 059-457 High Point Orchard Road-upon written consent of the owners and to incorporate the same within the boundaries of the City of Kingston, Tennessee
- APRIL 9, 2019
Awarding of bid for construction of the Fort Southwest Point Amphitheater to Skilled Services LLC.
Adoption of a light duty policy for the City of Kingston.
Adoption of Resolution 19-04-09-01 calling for a public hearing on the proposed annexation of parcel 003-01 as shown on the Roane Co. tax map 052 into the City of Kingston by owner request and approving a plan of services.
Approval to surplus equipment
- MARCH 12, 2019
- FEBRUARY 13,2019
Authorization for the Mayor to enter into contract with Community Development Partners, LLC for the formulation of ADA Transition Plan for the City of Kingston
- JANUARY 8, 2019
2018
- DECEMBER 18, 2018
Resolution 18-12-11-1 to Amend the Resolution to Authorize the Engagement of counsel to Pursue Legal Action Against Parties Responsible for Damages to the City of Kingston and Its Citizens
- DECEMBER 11,2018
Resolution 18-12-11-1 Authorize the Engagement of Counsel to Pursue Legal Action Against Parties Responsible for Damages to the City of Kingston and its Citizens
- NOVEMBER 13, 2018
- OCTOBER 9, 2018
Ordinance 18-9-11-1 Adopting the 2018 Edition of the International Building Code (IBC) and Related Code
Ordinance 18-9-11-2 Adopting the 2018 Edition of the International Residential Code (IRC)
- SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
Resolution 18-9-11-1 Approving Issuance by the Capital Trust Agency of its Senior Living Revenue Bonds
Resolution 18-9-11-2 to Authorize the City of Kingston to Participate w/ Roane County in Joint Bids in Delinquent Tax Sales and to Authorize the Execution of an Agreement to Formalize the Arrangement to Deal w/ Property Acquired at the Tax Sale
Resolution 18-9-11-3 Authorizing the City of Kingston to Participate in the Pool’s James L. Richardson “Driver Safety” Matching Grant Program
- AUGUST 14, 2018
Agreement for Engineering Services Galilean Road Water Line Extension
- JULY 10, 2018
Resolution 18-7-10-1 to Authorize the City of Kingston to Participate in the Pool’s “Safety Partners” Matching Grant Program
- JUNE 26,2018
Resolution 18-5-8-2 Making and Fixing the Annual Budget for the Water/Sewer Department of the City of Kingston for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2018 and ending June 30, 2019
- JUNE 18, 2018
–Public Hearing and Special Called Meeting
Resolution 18-5-8-1 Adopting the Annual Budget and Setting the Tax Rate for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2018 and ending June 30, 2019
Resolution 18-5-8-2 Making and Fixing the Annual Budget for the Water/Sewer Department for Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2018 and ending June 30, 2019. Established Water/Sewer Rates and Expenses in the Operation of the Kingston Water/Sewer Departments (see next meeting minutes for resolution)
Ordinance 18-5-8-3 Amending the Budget Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2017/2018 for the City of Kingston
- JUNE 12, 2018
- MAY 8, 2018
- APRIL 10, 2018
Resolution 18-4-10-1 Authorize the City of Kingston to participate w/ Roane County in Joint Bids in Delinquent Tax Sales and to Authorize the Execution of an Agreemen to Formalize the Arrangement to Deal w/ Property Acquired at the Tax Sale.
- MARCH 13, 2018
Ordinance 18-2-13-1 Requiring Non-Resident Property Owner Voters to Vote in Municipal Elections through Absentee Ballot
Resolution 18-3-13-1 Authorizing the Purchase of a Used 2016 Caterpillar Generator
- FEBRUARY 26, 2018
Resolution 18-2-13-2 Adopt a Plan-Of-Services in furtherance of the Annexation of Parcel 040.02 on Roane County Tax Map 068 into the City of Kingston, TN
Resolution 18-2-13-3 Annexing a Parcel Identified as Parcel 040.02 on Roane County Tax Map 068 and Incorporating said territory into the Corporate Limits of the City of Kingston, TN
- FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Resolution 18-2-13-4 to Accept Waterford Place located in the Ladd Landing Development as a Public Street
Resolution 18-2-13-5 to Make Application for 2018 Local Parks and Recreation Funds
Resolution 18-2-13-6 Recognizing the City of Rockwood’s 150th Anniversary
- JANUARY 9, 2018
Resolution 18-1-8-1 for Administrative Services for the 2018 LPRF Grant Cycle
Resolution 18-1-8-2 for Engineering Services for the 2018 LPRF Grant Cycle
2017
- DECEMBER 12, 2017
-Ordinance 17-12-12-1 to Amend the Beautification committee Ordinance to Increase the Citizen Membership from Four Members to Six Members
-Resolution 17-12-12-1 to Authorize the Submittal of an Application to the Department of Transportation for the Development of Roadway Improvements on Dogwood Drive
-Resolution 17-12-12-2 to Authorize the Emergency Work Needed to Address the Drainage Issue on West Race Street
- NOVEMBER 14, 2017
- OCTOBER 10, 2017
-Resolution 17-9-12-1 Authorizing the City of Kingston to Apply for TA Funds for the Purpose of Performing Eligible Transportation Enhancement Activities that will Benefit the Majority of the Residents of the City of Kingston.
- SEPTEMBER 12, 2017
-Ordinance 17-08-8-1 Amending Section 11-503 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee
-Ordinance 17-08-8-2 Repeal the Ordinance Establishing a Personnel Advisory Board and to Abolish the Existing Personnel Advisory Board of the City of Kingston
-Resolution 17-8-8-2-Revise, Replace and Amend the Personnel Rules and Regulation of the City of Kingston
-Resolution 17-9-12-1-Authorizing the City of Kingston to Apply for TA Funds for the Purpose of Performing Eligible Transportation Enhancement Activities that will Benefit the Majority of the Residents of the City of Kingston.
- AUGUST 8, 2017
- JULY 11, 2017
-Resolution 17-7-11-1 To Participate in the Pool’s “Safety Partners” Matching Grant Program
- JUNE 27, 2017
–Special Called Meeting/Public Hearing
- JUNE 13, 2017
-Ordinance 17-6-13-1 Adopting the Annual Budget and Setting the Tax Rate for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2017 and Ending June 30, 2018
-Ordinance 17-6-13-2 Making and Fixing the Annual Budget for the Water and Sewer Department of the City of Kingston for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2017 and Ending June 30, 2018; and further being an Ordinance Establishing Water and Sewer Rates and the Expenses of the Operation of the Kingston Water and Sewer Departments.
-Ordinance 17-6-13-3 Amend the Budget Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2016/17 for the City of Kingston.
-Ordinance 17-6-13-4 Amending the Annual Budget for the Water and Sewer Department of the City of Kingston for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2016 and Ending June 30, 2017.
- MAY 9, 2017
-Ordinance 17-04-11-1 Amending Section 11-410 of the Zoning ordinance of the City of Kingston, Tennessee with Regard to Allowing the Construction of Four Story Buildings and Establishment of Setback Lines and Building Spacing.
-Resolution 17-5-9-1 Adopting the Office of Open Records Counsel Model Public Records Policy
-Resolution 17-5-9-2 Authorizing the Execution, Terms, Issuance, Sale and Payment of Not to Exceed $1,750,440 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2017, of the City of Kingston, Tennessee, and Providing the Details Thereof.
- APRIL 11, 2017
-Ordinance 17-3-14-1 to Amend the Ordinances of the City of Kingston Relative to the Alcohol Content of Beer Allowed Pursuant to State Law
- MARCH 14, 2017
- FEBRUARY 14, 2017
-Ordinance 17-1-10-1 for the Creation of a Beautification Committee to Assist the City Council in the Development of Plans for Improving and Beautifying the Properties within the City of Kingston.
- JANUARY 10, 2017
-Resolution 17-1-10-1 Authorizing the City of Kingston to Participate in the Pool’s Property conservation Matching Grant Program