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VOTING SESSION

Hamilton County Commission Voting Session — 2025-03-19

23 agenda items, 23 approved, 0 rejected.

March 19, 2025

MEETING SUMMARY

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Attendance roll pending

AGENDA & VOTES

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ITEM 1·CONTRACTS

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

podium. He stated Allison Harr is the Enterprise South Nature Park superintendent and is celebrating her twentieth year with the county. Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation Karen Shostak stated 35 young women were selected to represent the United States of America in the World Softball Championship in Acapulco, Mexico. She noted of the 35 young women, 19 represent u15 from 12 different states. She stated Malloree was the only young woman chosen from the great state of Tennessee and Hamilton County. She noted Malloree is an example of what happens when you commit, apply yourself, and get behind your talent. She stated she has extraordinary talent and is an extraordinary individual. Malloree Harr thanked everyone for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to represent the United States. Ms. Shostak stated this opportunity is a clear path to the Olympics for Malloree. Time Code Position 1:40 2:41 4:02 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 3 At this time, a round of applause was given, and Maloree shook hands with Commissioners. Chairman Eversole thanked and congratulated Malloree on her endeavors. Chairman Eversole called for a brief Legal Meeting with Commissioners, the Attorney’s Office, Chief Operating Officer for the Mayor’s Office David Roddy, and Special Advisor for the Mayor and Commission Janie Varnell. Chairman Eversole called the meeting back in order. County Clerk Bill Knowles called the roll of the County Commission, and the following, constituti…

APPROVED

ITEM 10·BUDGET

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Baker, “Aye,” Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Shipley was absent. Total present – 10. Total absent – 1. Total “Aye” votes – 10. Total “Nay” votes – 0. RESOLUTION NO. 325-21 A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE FISCAL YEAR 2025 GENERAL FUND REVENUE AND EXPENDITURES BUDGETS FOR THE HAMILTON COUNTY EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES BY $62,400.00 TO ACCEPT FUNDING FROM THE STATE OF TENNESSEE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES TO BE USED TO PAY EDUCATION TRAINING SUPPLEMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $800.00 EACH FOR 78 ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES. Commissioner Smith, Chairman of the Finance Committee, provided details regarding Resolution No. 325-21 and stated the Finance Committee reviewed and recommended approval. Time Code Position 49:26 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 20 ON MOTION of Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Graham, to adopt Resolution No. 325-21. There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience.

ITEM 11·CONTRACTS

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Baker, “Aye,” Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Shipley was absent. Total present – 10. Total absent – 1. Total “Aye” votes – 10. Total “Nay” votes – 0. Without objection, Commissioner Smith asked for Resolution Nos. 325-22 and 325-23 to be read together. Time Code Position HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 21 RESOLUTION NO. 325-22 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BIDS OF ACME SUPPLY CO., LTD, BOB BARKER, AND MTJ AMERICA FOR ONE (1) YEAR CONTRACT UNIT PRICING, WITH THE OPTION TO RENEW FOR TWO (2) ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR TERMS, BEGINNING APRIL 1, 2025, THROUGH MARCH 31, 2026, FOR CLOTHING AND MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS FOR THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO SIGN ANY CONTRACTS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THIS RESOLUTION. RESOLUTION NO. 325-23 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF FENCING AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT FOR THE IMPOUND LOT, AMOUNTING TO $60,429. 77 FROM SAFEWARE, INC. FROM TENNESSEE STATE CONTRACT SWC-564 FOR THE HAMILTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO SIGN ANY CONTRACTS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THIS RESOLUTION. Commissioner Smith, Chairman of the …

APPROVED

ITEM 12·CONTRACTS

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Baker, “Aye,” Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Shipley was absent. Total present – 10. Total absent – 1. Total “Aye” votes – 10. Total “Nay” votes – 0. Without objection, Commissioner Smith asked for Resolution Nos. 325-24 through 325-26 to be read together. RESOLUTION NO. 325-24 A RESOLUTION TO RELINQUISH HAMILTON COUNTY'S INTEREST IN A 1979 GM SIERRA 7000 TANKER TRUCK, VIN T17DE9V579832, TAG NUMBER GL-2566, MILEAGE 12298 AND A 2006 GM UTILITY TRUCK MODEL C36003, VIN 1GBJC34D17E150162, TAG NUMBER 2995-GE, MILEAGE 196884 CO- TITLED WITH WALDENS RIDGE EMERGENCY SERVICES THAT HAVE BECOME UNECONOMICAL TO MAINTAIN. Time Code Position 51:57 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 23 RESOLUTION NO. 325-25 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE DONATION OF A 1991 E-ONE PROTECTOR CUSTOM FIRE APPARATUS VIN# 46J7BM89M1004054, MILEAGE 33,991 VALUED AT AN ESTIMATED TWENTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($20,000) FROM THE CITY OF SODDY DAISY AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO SIGN ANY DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THIS RESOLUTION. RESOLUTION NO. 325-26 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO ENTER AN AGREEMENT WITH THE TENNESSEE DEPAR…

APPROVED

ITEM 13·CONTRACTS

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Baker, “Aye,” Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Shipley was absent. Total present – 10. Total absent – 1. Total “Aye” votes – 10. Total “Nay” votes – 0. Without objection, Commissioner Smith asked for Resolution Nos. 325-27 and 325-28 to be read together. RESOLUTION NO. 325-27 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR ON BEHALF OF HAMILTON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, THE HEALTH SERVICES DIVISION, OPERATING AS THE HAMILTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO SIGN A CONTINUATION CONTRACT WITH THE TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FOR CERTIFICATE ISSUANCE FROM THE VITAL RECORDS Time Code Position 57:15 59:28 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 26 INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE YEARS COMMENCING APRIL 15, 2025, AND EXTENDING THROUGH APRIL 14, 2030. RESOLUTION NO. 325-28 A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY MAYOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE STATE OF TENNESSEE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, AND THE HAMILTON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT ACCEPTING $240,000.00 FOR THE TOBACCO USE PREVENTION AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS NOT TO EXCEED $240,000.00 FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING JULY 1, 2025, ENDING JUNE 30, 2027. Commissioner Smith…

APPROVED

ITEM 14·BUDGET

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Baker and Commissioner Shipley were absent. Total present – 9. Total absent – 2. Total “Aye” votes – 9. Total “Nay” votes – 0. Without objection, Commissioner Smith asked for Resolution Nos. 325-29 through 325-34 to be read together. RESOLUTION NO. 325-29 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BID OF CAGLE DEVELOPMENT, LLC FOR THE CHESTER FROST PARK EAGLES NEST RESTROOM & SHOWER FACILITY PROJECT FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $533,055.00 FOR THE HAMILTON COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO SIGN ANY CONTRACTS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THIS RESOLUTION. RESOLUTION NO. 325-30 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL FROM BELFOR USA GROUP, INC. FROM THE OMNIA PARTNERS PURCHASING COOPERATIVE TO PROVIDE BUILDING CONTENT REMOVAL AND HAUL OFF Time Code Position 1:01:38 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 28 FOR THE HAMILTON COUNTY JUSTICE BUILDING, AMOUNTING TO $158,000.00 FOR THE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO SIGN ANY CONTRACTS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THIS RESOLUTION. RESOLUTION NO. 325-31 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROPOSED DONATION OF NE…

APPROVED

ITEM 15·BUDGET

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Baker and Commissioner Shipley were absent. Total present – 9. Total absent – 2. Total “Aye” votes – 9. Total “Nay” votes – 0. Without objection, Commissioner Smith asked for Resolution Nos. 325-35 through 325-36 to be read together. RESOLUTION NO. 325-35 A RESOLUTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION 125-18 RELATIVE TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN ARCHIVES AND RECORDS MANAGEMENT FEE. RESOLUTION NO. 325-36 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL FROM ZOLL DATA SYSTEMS, INC. FOR AN INITIAL THREE (3) YEAR TERM TO PROVIDE SOFTWARE AND DATA SOLUTION SERVICES AMOUNTING TO A TOTAL OF $202,120.00 FOR THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT - Time Code Position 1:04:38 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 31 AMBULANCE BILLING SERVICES, AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO SIGN ANY CONTRACTS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THIS RESOLUTION. Commissioner Smith, Chairman of the Finance Committee, provided details regarding Resolution Nos. 325-35 and 325-36 and stated the Finance Committee reviewed and recommended approval. ON MOTION of Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Beck, to adopt Resolution Nos. 325-35 and 325…

APPROVED

ITEM 16·CONTRACTS

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Baker and Commissioner Shipley were absent. Total present – 9. Total absent – 2. Total “Aye” votes – 9. Total “Nay” votes – 0. RESOLUTION NO. 325-36 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL FROM ZOLL DATA SYSTEMS, INC. FOR AN INITIAL THREE (3) YEAR TERM TO PROVIDE SOFTWARE AND DATA SOLUTION SERVICES AMOUNTING TO A TOTAL OF $202,120.00 FOR THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT - AMBULANCE BILLING SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO SIGN ANY CONTRACTS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THIS RESOLUTION. Commissioner Smith, Chairman of the Finance Committee, provided details regarding Resolution No. 325-36 and stated the Finance Committee reviewed and recommended approval. ON MOTION of Commissioner Highlander, seconded by Commissioner Helton, to table Resolution No. 325-36. Time Code Position 1:09:47 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 34 Commissioner Highlander stated he has been reading the paper about different compliance problems across the state and country and wants to ensure a BAA is in place with this vendor. At this time, Commissioner Highlander withdrew his motion; Commissioner H…

APPROVED

ITEM 17·BUDGET

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, Time Code Position 1:09:47 1:12:19 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 35 “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Baker and Commissioner Shipley were absent. Total present – 9. Total absent – 2. Total “Aye” votes – 9. Total “Nay” votes – 0. RESOLUTION NO. 325-37 A RESOLUTION TO APPROPRIATE A TOTAL OF $1,400,000 OF RESTRICTED OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUNDS AND $600,000 OF UNRESTRICTED DISTRIBUTOR OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUNDS TO THE BELOW LISTED HAMILTON COUNTY NONPROFIT ENTITIES AS PART OF THE RENEWAL PROJECT, WHICH AIMS TO REVIVE COMMUNITIES WITH OPIOID SETTLEMENT FUNDS, STRENGTHENING RECOVERY EFFORTS AND MITIGATING ITS DEVASTATING IMPACT ON LOCAL FAMILIES. Commissioner Smith, Chairman of the Finance Committee, provided details regarding Resolution No. 325-37 and stated the Finance Committee reviewed and recommended approval. ON MOTION of Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Graham, to adopt Resolution No. 325-37. There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience. Time Code Position 1:13:31 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 36

APPROVED

ITEM 18·ZONING

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Baker and Commissioner Shipley were absent. Total present – 9. Total absent – 2. Total “Aye” votes – 9. Total “Nay” votes – 0. Without objection, Commissioner Chauncey asked for Resolution Nos. 325-38 and 325-39 to be read together. RESOLUTION NO. 325-38 A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE "MASTER LIST OF ROADS AND SPEED LIMITS" SO AS TO ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING DISTRICT ROAD AND TO ESTABLISH A SPEED LIMIT THEREFORE: BENTLEY LANE. RESOLUTION NO. 325-39 A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE "MASTER LIST OF ROADS AND SPEED LIMITS" SO AS TO ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING DISTRICT ROAD AND TO ESTABLISH A SPEED LIMIT THEREFORE: RESTFUL DRIVE. Time Code Position 1:14:43 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 37 Commissioner Chauncey, Chairman of the Roads Committee, provided details regarding Resolution Nos. 325-38 and 325-39 and stated the Roads Committee reviewed and recommended approval. ON MOTION of Commissioner Chauncey, seconded by Commissioner Beck, to adopt Resolution Nos. 325-38through 325-39. In response to Commissioner Sharpe’s question, Administrator of Public Works and County Engineer Todd Leamon stated they now …

APPROVED

ITEM 19·ZONING

RESIDENTIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR A RESIDENTIAL PLANNED

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Time Code Position 1:15:31 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 38 Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Baker and Commissioner Shipley were absent. Total present – 9. Total absent – 2. Total “Aye” votes – 9. Total “Nay” votes – 0. RESOLUTION NO. 325-40 A RESOLUTION GRANTING A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR A RESIDENTIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR A RESIDENTIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8875 HIXSON PIKE. Commissioner Chauncey, Chairman of the Zoning Committee, provided details regarding Resolution No. 325-40 and stated the Zoning Committee reviewed and recommended approval. ON MOTION of Commissioner Chauncey, seconded by Commissioner Graham, to adopt Resolution No. 325-40. There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience.

APPROVED

ITEM 2·ZONING

NOTARIES PREVIOUSLY ELECTED, AND THE OATH OF DEPUTY COUNTY

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Baker, “Aye,” Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye,” Commissioner Shipley, “Aye,” Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Total present – 11. Total absent – 0. Total “Aye” votes – 11. Total “Nay” votes – 0. PROCUREMENT PURCHASE ORDER REPORT The procurement report detailing purchase orders between $25k and $50k for February 2025 was submitted and made a matter of record. Time Code Position 6:20 6:54 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 5 RESOLUTION NO. 325-17 A RESOLUTION OF THE HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REQUIRING THAT ALL ONSITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES BE CONSTRUCTED TO STANDARDS ESTABLISHED BY THE HAMILTON COUNTY WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT AUTHORITY AND TRANSFERRED TO SAID AUTHORITY FOR OWNERSHIP AND OPERATION. ON MOTION of Commissioner Baker, seconded by Commissioner Shipley, to adopt Resolution No. 325-17. Commissioner Sharpe stated he appreciates Commissioner Shipley bringing this resolution forward. He noted he understood the concern and agreed with it in principle that it would be best for the county to have one organization, particularly the Waste Water Treatment Authority (WWTA), managing these systems across the county. He stated the WWTA…

APPROVED

ITEM 20·ZONING

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Time Code Position 1:17:14 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 39 Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Nay,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Baker and Commissioner Shipley were absent. Total present – 9. Total absent – 2. Total “Aye” votes – 8. Total “Nay” votes – 1. RESOLUTION NO. 325-41AA RESOLUTION TO REZONE FROM R-1 SINGLE- FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO M-1 INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT WITH CONDITIONS FOR PART OF AN UNADDRESSED PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE 5200 BLOCK OF HUNTER VILLAGE DRIVE. No action was taken. RESOLUTION NO. 325-41B A RESOLUTION TO REZONE FROM R-1 SINGLE- FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO M-1 INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT WITH CONDITIONS FOR PART OF AN UNADDRESSED PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE 5200 BLOCK OF HUNTER VILLAGE DRIVE. Commissioner Chauncey, Chairman of the Zoning Committee, provided details regarding Resolution No. 325-41B and stated the Zoning Committee reviewed and recommended approval. Time Code Position 1:17:56 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 40 ON MOTION of Commissioner Chauncey, seconded by Commissioner Beck, to adopt Resolution No. 325-41B. There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience.

APPROVED

ITEM 21·ZONING

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Baker and Commissioner Shipley were absent. Total present – 9. Total absent – 2. Total “Aye” votes – 9. Total “Nay” votes – 0. RESOLUTION NO. 325-42 A RESOLUTION TO REZONE FROM R-3 MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO A-1 AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT FOR PART OF A PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1824 CRABTREE ROAD. Commissioner Chauncey, Chairman of the Zoning Committee, provided details regarding Resolution No. 325-42 and stated the Zoning Committee reviewed and recommended approval. Time Code Position 1:18:48 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 41 ON MOTION of Commissioner Chauncey, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to adopt Resolution No. 325-42. There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience.

APPROVED

ITEM 22·ZONING

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Baker and Commissioner Shipley were absent. Total present – 9. Total absent – 2. Total “Aye” votes – 9. Total “Nay” votes – 0. RESOLUTION NO. 325-43 A RESOLUTION GRANTING THE ABANDONMENT OF A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR AN AIRPORT OR LANDING STRIP AND OTHER FACILITIES WITH CONDITIONS FOR PART OF THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1824 CRABTREE ROAD AND AN UNADDRESSED PROPERTY IN THE 1700 BLOCK OF THRASHER PIKE. Time Code Position 1:19:27 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 42 Commissioner Chauncey, Chairman of the Zoning Committee, provided details regarding Resolution No. 325-43 and stated the Zoning Committee reviewed and recommended approval. ON MOTION of Commissioner Chauncey, seconded by Commissioner Graham, to adopt Resolution No. 325-43. There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience.

APPROVED

ITEM 23·ZONING

MARCH 19, 2025

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Beck stepped away during the vote. Commissioner Baker and Commissioner Shipley were absent. Total present – 8. Total absent – 3. Total “Aye” votes – 8. Total “Nay” votes – 0. Time Code Position HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 43 RESOLUTION NO. 325-44A A RESOLUTION GRANTING A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR AN AIRPORT OR LANDING STRIP AND OTHER FACILITIES FOR PART OF A PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1824 CRABTREE ROAD. No action was taken. RESOLUTION NO. 325-44B A RESOLUTION GRANTING A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR AN AIRPORT OR LANDING STRIP AND OTHER FACILITIES WITH CONDITIONS FOR PART OF A PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1824 CRABTREE ROAD. Commissioner Chauncey, Chairman of the Roads Committee, provided details regarding Resolution No. 325-44B and stated the Roads Committee reviewed and recommended approval. ON MOTION of Commissioner Chauncey, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to adopt Resolution No. 325-44B There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience. Time Code Position 1:20:21 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 44

APPROVED

ITEM 3·CONTRACTS

REPLACEMENTS, AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY CLERK TO EXECUTE SAID

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Baker, “Aye,” Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye,” Commissioner Shipley, “Aye,” Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Total present – 11. Total absent – 0. Total “Aye” votes – 11. Total “Nay” votes – 0. Time Code Position 42:57 43:15 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 12 RESOLUTION NO. 325-13 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ENTERING INTO OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF TENNESSEE FOR THE PLACING OF AN UPGRADED KIOSK AND RELATED EQUIPMENT IN THE LOBBY OF THE HAMILTON COUNTY CLERK'S SATELLITE OFFICE BUILDING AT BONNY OAKS FOR THE PURPOSE OF ISSUING DRIVER LICENSE RENEWALS AND REPLACEMENTS, AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY CLERK TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT. ON MOTION of Commissioner Graham, seconded by Commissioner Highlander, to adopt Resolution No. 325-13. There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience.

APPROVED

ITEM 4·CONTRACTS

SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO SIGN ANY CONTRACTS

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Baker, “Aye,” Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye,” Commissioner Shipley, “Aye,” Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Total present – 11. Total absent – 0. Total “Aye” votes – 11. Total “Nay” votes – 0. Time Code Position 44:01 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 13 RESOLUTION NO. 325-14 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT FOUR TO THE 2023-2026 HAMILTON COUNTY JUVENILE COURT IV-D CHILD SUPPORT CONTRACT WITH THE STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO SIGN ANY CONTRACTS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THIS RESOLUTION. ON MOTION of Commissioner Graham, seconded by Commissioner Highlander, to adopt Resolution No. 325-14. There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience.

APPROVED

ITEM 5·CONTRACTS

DISCRETIONARY BOND FUNDS (AS ALLOTTED TO DISTRICT THREE) TO ASSIST

APPROVED

ITEM 6·CONTRACTS

FUNDS FROM THE HAMILTON COUNTY SCHOOLS CHAMPIONS' FUND FOR THE

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Baker, “Aye,” Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Shipley was absent. Total present – 10. Total absent – 1. Total “Aye” votes – 10. Total “Nay” votes – 0. Time Code Position 45:39 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 15 RESOLUTION NO. 325-16 A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE ACCOMPLISHMENT OF SIGNAL MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL IN WINNING THE 2024 TENNESSEE SECONDARY SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION ("TSSAA") VARSITY GIRLS' STATE CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP AND AWARDING FUNDS FROM THE HAMILTON COUNTY SCHOOLS CHAMPIONS' FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF CHAMPIONSHIP RINGS. ON MOTION of Commissioner Mackey, seconded by Commissioner Highlander, to adopt Resolution No. 325-16. There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience.

APPROVED

ITEM 7·EDUCATION

KNOWN AS THE FOUNTAIN SQUARE FIREFIGHTER'S MEMORIAL, LOCATED

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Baker, “Aye,” Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Shipley was absent. Total present – 10. Total absent – 1. Total “Aye” votes – 10. Total “Nay” votes – 0. Time Code Position 46:25 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 16 RESOLUTION NO. 325-18 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY FROM THE CITY OF CHATTANOOGA TO HAMILTON COUNTY, KNOWN AS THE FOUNTAIN SQUARE FIREFIGHTER'S MEMORIAL, LOCATED Commissioner Helton, Chairman of the Building and Economic Development Committee, provided details regarding Resolution No. 325-18 and stated the Building and Economic Development Committee reviewed and recommended approval. ON MOTION of Commissioner Helton, seconded by Commissioner Baker, to adopt Resolution No. 325-18. There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience.

APPROVED

ITEM 8·EDUCATION

HAMILTON COUNTY AND HAMILTON COUNTY SCHOOLS FOR CONSTRUCTION

on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Baker, “Aye,” Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Shipley Time Code Position 47:14 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 17 was absent. Total present – 10. Total absent – 1. Total “Aye” votes – 10. Total “Nay” votes – 0. RESOLUTION NO. 325-19 A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN HAMILTON COUNTY AND HAMILTON COUNTY SCHOOLS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SCHOOL FACILITIES. Commissioner Helton, Chairman of the Building and Economic Development Committee, provided details regarding Resolution No. 325-19 and stated the Building and Economic Development Committee reviewed and recommended approval. ON MOTION of Commissioner Helton, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to adopt Resolution No. 325-19. There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience.

APPROVED

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on a Roll Call vote, with the following members of the County Commission being present and voting as follows: Commissioner Baker, “Aye,” Commissioner Beck, “Aye,” Commissioner Chauncey, Time Code Position 48:02 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 18 “Aye,” Commissioner Graham, “Aye,” Commissioner Helton, “Aye,” Commissioner Highlander, “Aye,” Commissioner Mackey, “Aye,” Commissioner Sharpe, “Aye, ”Commissioner Smith, “Aye,” and Chairman Eversole, “Aye.” Commissioner Shipley was absent. Total present – 10. Total absent – 1. Total “Aye” votes – 10. Total “Nay” votes – 0. RESOLUTION NO. 325-20 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A REQUEST OF THE CHATTANOOGA PUBLIC LIBRARY (DOWNTOWN BRANCH) TO EXECUTE AN EXHIBIT LICENSE AGREEMENT RELATIVE TO AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION EXPERIENCE EXHIBIT DISPLAY ON PROPERTY JOINTLY OWNED BY HAMILTON COUNTY AND THE CITY OF CHATTANOOGA. Commissioner Helton, Chairman of the Building and Economic Development Committee, provided details regarding Resolution No. 325-20 and stated the Building and Economic Development Committee reviewed and recommended approval. ON MOTION of Commissioner Helton, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to adopt Resolution No. 325-20. There were no questions from the Commissioners or the audience. Time Code Position 48:39 HAMILTON COUNTY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 19, 2025 19

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RESIDENTIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR A RESIDENTIAL PLANNED

NOTARIES PREVIOUSLY ELECTED, AND THE OATH OF DEPUTY COUNTY

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REPLACEMENTS, AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY CLERK TO EXECUTE SAID

SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO SIGN ANY CONTRACTS

DISCRETIONARY BOND FUNDS (AS ALLOTTED TO DISTRICT THREE) TO ASSIST

FUNDS FROM THE HAMILTON COUNTY SCHOOLS CHAMPIONS' FUND FOR THE

KNOWN AS THE FOUNTAIN SQUARE FIREFIGHTER'S MEMORIAL, LOCATED

HAMILTON COUNTY AND HAMILTON COUNTY SCHOOLS FOR CONSTRUCTION

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