City of Collegedale - Government

To: Mayor Lloyd and Collegedale City Commissioners
From: Jon Holmes, City Manager
Date: 06/05/2026
RE: Weekly Update 06/01 – 06/05

Administration
• Advertised Request for Proposal for Employee Compensation and Classification Study
• Advertised for open Communication and Engagement Manager position
• Advertised for open Information Technology Tech position
• Met with Librarian to discuss various library items and future planned items
• Reviewed statutes, regulations and examples of Airport Board organizational guidelines with the
City Attorney for possible development of an official airport board.
• Scheduled first Industrial Development Board Meeting date – June 22nd at 6:00 PM at
Collegedale City Hall.

Airport
• We continued with end-of-year grant administration work and spent several days troubleshooting
some issues with our weather system. We are happy to report that it appears to be functioning
properly again; however, the manufacturer will be sending us some updated hardware to install
that will replace existing components for what we hope to be a permanent fix.
• Tyson Construction and Cadence Sitework were on-site Wednesday to perform some patch
work on the taxiway pavement that was added, as part of the SkyBoss project in April. They are
expected to complete the striping on Friday and then we can begin the grant close-out process
associated with that project.
• We began installing new t-hangar lighting from the equipment we ordered last week. We have
received great feedback from the tenant’s who have been upgraded thus far!

Building Dept.
Building Permits
• (2) Building-renovation/repair
• (2) Electrical-new home
• (1) Electrical-renovation/repair
• (1) Electrical-new business
• (1) Gas-new business
• (2) Mechanical-new home
• (1) ROW-new dwelling
Code Enforcement
• Conducted a health and safety inspection for two (2) short-term vacation rentals.
• Met with a citizen regarding a travel trailer being occupied in an area zoned for residential use
only.
• New/Opened Code Violation Cases
o ((3) Weeds
• Closed Code Violation Cases
o (1) Accumulation of trash and debris (Dirty lots)
o (2) Trashcan violation
o (1) Inoperable vehicle

Library
The Katie Lamb Public Library Weekly Wrap-Up:
• This week we welcomed 1,595 visits who checked out a total of 3,500 items.
• Dig up some prehistoric fun at the library this summer! Readers of all ages are invited to join
our "Unearth A Story" Summer Reading Challenge—just read for 20 minutes a day for 20
days to complete your log and earn awesome prizes. Stop by the library today and start your
reading adventure!
Upcoming Programs:
• June 7 at 2:00 PM join us for Chess Club.
• June 8 at 10:30 AM join us in the West Room of City Hall for Preschool Storytime.
• June 10 at 2:00 PM join us for a Family Craft to make USA Diamond Art Magnets.
• June 11 at 10:30 AM join us in the West Room of City Hall for Baby & Toddler Storytime and
then 5:00 to 7:00 PM drop by for Medicare 101.

Parks and Collegedale Parks and Recreation
Collegedale Parks & Recreation have the following upcoming programs:
• 6/8 Learn to Paddleboard
• 6/9 Walking Club
• 6/9 Happy Hookers Yarn Club
• 6/9 Learn to Paddleboard
• 6/10 Friends & Fun (50+)
• 6/11 All Ages Pickleball Clinic
• 6/11 Board Game Club
• 6/12 Nerf Wars (Ages 6 to 99)
• 6/15 Sports in the Park
• 6/16 Learn to Paddleboard
• 6/18 Thursday Night Threads
• 6/19 CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
• 6/25 Kids Bingo
• 6/29 Video Game Night
• 7/8 Creek Clean Up Day

Planning Dept. & Community Development
• This week, Planning staff completed the draft sign ordinance. The ordinance is scheduled to be
presented to the Planning Commission on Monday for a discussion and work session, which
may include a vote to move the ordinance forward in the review process.
• Planning staff also began work on a Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit a vendor for a citywide
signage program.
• Staff continued routine operations, including reviewing sign permit applications and responding
to constituent inquiries and concerns regarding planning-related matters.

Police Dept.
Collegedale Police Department Weekly Report:
• Sgt. Parker and Ofc. Eatmon are attending the annual DARE Conference in Gatlinburg, TN
this week.
• Police calls will continue to be posted on the Collegedale Police Dept. page.

Public Works
• Picked up John Deere roadside mower at AgPro in Athens
• Responded to embankment failure near Imagination Station – closed playground due to safety
concerns
• Met with on-call engineer and geo-technical professional to begin evaluation/design/permitting
process
• Coordinating with contractor for the coloring of remaining crosswalks in Barnsley Park
• Pump Station Progress
o Main power transformer set by EPB
o Spray lining in wet well completed by CTR Coatings
o Installation of electrical conduit/wiring continues
• Weekly mowing of City Properties
Upcoming Meetings & Events
June 14th – City Commission Regular Session Meeting
June 19th – City Offices Closed – Juneteenth
June 22nd – Commission Workshop
June 22nd – Industrial Development Board Meeting
July 3rd – City Holiday, City Offices Closed
July 4th – Collegedale Freedom Festival
July 6th – City Commission Regular Session Meetin

A Planning Commission Meeting will be held on Monday, June 8th, at 6pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. Those that can’t attend, can watch us live on our LIVESTREAM feature on our website by clicking here: https://www.collegedaletn.gov/.../livestream/index.php

Click Here for the Agenda and minutes for the meeting:
https://cms8.revize.com/revize/collegedaletn/June%202026%20Planning%20Commission%20Agenda%20Packet.pdf?t=202606041452440

Meeting Topics:
1. Planning Commission - Sign Ordinance Amendments/Draft Ordinance

The City is seeking proposals for qualified firms to conduct a Compensation and Classification Study & Analysis. This analysis shall illustrate total compensation for comparable public job classifications. Employee total compensation shall be compared to similar municipal government employers, local employers, and incorporate private sector data from existing survey sources into the final analysis. This analysis shall include and review internal pay structure across the City departments and functions.

All proposals must be received by the City of Collegedale on or before 4:00 p.m. EST July 1, 2026, and the project name referenced on the submittal.

Full details can be found at the following link: https://www.collegedaletn.gov/bid_detail_T12_R72.php

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Please be advised that an error was made in the published notice for the Planning Commission meeting in the Chattanooga Times May 31st, 2026 edition. The previously advertised date of June 15th, 2026, was incorrect. The correct date is June 8th, 2026.

June 2026 Planning Commission will be held on:

Date: Monday, June 8th, 2026
Time: 6:00PM
Location: City Hall
Agenda: Sign Ordinance Draft 1

We apologize for any confusion and appreciate your understanding.

Posted: June 1st, 2026
City of Collegedale

A Commission Meeting will be held today, June 1, 2026, at 6:00 pm. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. Those that can’t attend, can watch us live on our LIVESTREAM feature on our website by clicking here: https://www.collegedaletn.gov/government/agendas___minutes/livestream/index.php

Click Here for the Agenda: https://cms8.revize.com/revize/collegedaletn/June%2001,%202026%20commission%20meeting%20agenda%20packet.pdf?t=202605291048210&t=202605291048210

Meeting Topics:
1. Second Reading, Ordinance #1177, an Ordinance Adopting the Annual Budget and Tax Rate for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2026 and Ending June 30, 2027
2. First Reading, Ordinance #1179, an Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
3. First and Final Reading, Resolution #571, a Resolution Approving MOU with Hamilto bounty Sheriff's Office
4. Approval Request to Sign Agreement with Urban SDK

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at Collegedale’s Freedom Festival on July 4th

Collegedale, TN - Join the City of Collegedale on Saturday, July 4, as the community celebrates the 250th birthday of the United States.

Friends and families from across the region are invited to enjoy an evening of community, music, and summer fun at this year’s Freedom Festival. The special Independence Day celebration begins at 5 p.m. and will feature live entertainment, local vendors, free family activities, and a variety of food options.

Attendees can enjoy a free Kids Zone featuring inflatables, bounce houses, giant slides, an obstacle course, and interactive games. Families can also take advantage of free face painting, balloon twisting, and a petting zoo for children of all ages.

Food trucks will be located next to Veterans Park and at The Commons, offering a wide variety of food and refreshments for purchase.

Inside Founders Hall, attendees can browse craft vendors and boutiques while enjoying live music throughout the evening.

The entertainment lineup will feature two opening acts leading up to a special performance by American Idol Top 3 finalist Breanna Nix, who will take the stage at 7:30 p.m.

After dark, the City’s spectacular fireworks show will bring the evening to a memorable close.

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a relaxing evening with family and friends at one of Collegedale’s favorite community celebrations.

For more information or to apply to be a vendor please visit CharlotteGraceEvents.com

🚨ALERT! 🚨

Imagination Station (2-5 year old portion) will be closed until further notice while the area is evaluated and necessary repairs are completed.

This week, we’re proud to recognize and thank our Collegedale Public Works team.

These are the folks who keep our city moving every day, often before most of us start our morning and long after the easy work is done. Roads, signs, drainage, facilities, repairs, storm response, city maintenance, and all the behind-the-scenes work that keeps Collegedale safe, clean, and running, Public Works has a hand in all of it.

Their work may not always be in the spotlight, but our city sees the results every single day.

Thank you to our Public Works team for your dedication, professionalism, and service to this community.

Happy Public Works Appreciation Week! 👷‍♂️🚧👏

Next week’s Commission Workshop has been Cancelled.

Mark your calendars, Collegedale! 🇺🇸🎆

The City of Collegedale invites you to join us on Saturday, July 4, 2026, as we celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States with our Independence Day Celebration.

The celebration begins at 5 p.m., with food, fun, community, and plenty of patriotic spirit as we gather together for one of Collegedale’s favorite annual traditions. Then, after dark, we’ll close out the evening with the annual fireworks show lighting up the sky over Collegedale. 🎇

Bring your family, invite your friends, and make plans now to spend July 4th with us as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday together.

📅 Saturday, July 4, 2026
⏰ Starting at 5 p.m.
🎆 Fireworks after dark
📍 City of Collegedale

More details will be shared as we get closer, but for now, save the date!