City of Alcoa, TN Government

Topside Road Lane Shift on June 5

The City of Alcoa advises travelers of an upcoming temporary lane shift on Topside Road. Beginning on June 5, 2026, Topside Road at McBath Road will have a temporary lane shift for westbound traffic, where motorists will be shifted to the center turn lane. This temporary lane shift is set from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to allow for the paving of a right turn lane for the Topside Square Project. Lane shift signage will be up during this project.

The City of Alcoa encourages all drivers to exercise caution and allow additional time when traveling through the area during the project timeframe.

FreedomFest 2026 is getting closer! The event will feature food trucks, craft vendors, a kids' cove, live entertainment, and a fireworks show!

Check out these artists live on Saturday, June 27, at FreedomFest!
Roscoe Morgan and Teagan Fisher: 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Walker Wilson: 6:30-9:30 p.m.

We hope to see you there!

The City of Alcoa is seeking to hire a 2nd Shift Electric Dispatcher! The application deadline is Friday, June 12.

For more information or to apply, please visit our website: https://www.cityofalcoa-tn.gov/m/NewsFlash/home/detail/931

Fire Hydrant Quality Assurance Program

The City of Alcoa Fire Department will begin annual fire hydrant testing on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. The program includes inspection, maintenance, and flow testing of fire hydrants throughout the City of Alcoa.

National fire standards recommend routine hydrant testing to ensure that hydrants operate properly and that adequate water pressure is available for firefighting purposes. Most flow testing will take place Tuesday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Nighttime flow testing in commercial areas will be scheduled later.
Because many fire hydrants are rarely used, this program helps identify issues that could delay emergency response during a fire.

Common problems include:
1. Hydrant valves that do not operate properly
2. Caps that cannot be removed
3. Inadequate water pressure
4. Broken or damaged water lines

Water Discoloration Notice
During hydrant flow testing, iron deposits inside water lines may become disturbed, causing temporary brown discoloration in the water. This condition is harmless and typically clears within a few hours.

Residents are encouraged to:
1. Run cold water and check for discoloration before use
2. Avoid washing white clothing until the water runs clear
3. Limit hot water usage until discoloration is gone to help prevent sediment buildup in water heaters

Program Benefits
1. Ensures fire hydrants are operational and ready for emergency use
2. Helps reduce iron buildup in water lines and improves overall water quality
All residents should check the clarity of their water during testing days before washing laundry.

For questions or concerns, please contact the City of Alcoa Service Center at 865-380-4800. Residents may report discoloration at their location, and personnel will respond and flush the nearest water main if needed.

The City of Alcoa's next showing for Movies in the Stadium is on Tuesday, June 16, and will feature School of Rock! There will also be local food trucks at the event for those who would like to snack while they watch.

We hope to see you there on Tuesday, June 16. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m., and the movie will start at 7:00 p.m. at the Alcoa High School Football Stadium!

City Staff Perform Internal Purchasing Review, Leads to Request for Assistance from TBI

During an internal purchasing review, City of Alcoa staff identified purchasing irregularities requiring further examination. The City of Alcoa promptly referred the matter to the appropriate authorities, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI), the Comptroller’s Office, and the District Attorney’s Office, for assistance in this matter. The investigation involves actions related to an individual whose employment with the city has been terminated. The investigation remains active, and no further information can be provided at this time from the city.

For questions about the investigation, please refer to the TBI and submit media inquiries to [email protected].

Want to get more involved in learning about what's going on in the city? Check out our schedule for meetings and closures in June. If you can't make it, make sure to watch the livestreams of the Board of Commissioners and Planning Commission meetings!

Tuesday, June 09: Board of Commissioners meeting starting at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building Commission Chambers

Thursday, June 18: Alcoa Municipal/Regional Planning Commission meeting starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Municipal Building Commission Chambers

Friday, June 19: Juneteenth holiday; the Municipal Building and Service Center Offices will be CLOSED in observance of the holiday

Friday, June 26: The City Manager Briefing starts at 12:15 p.m. at the City of Alcoa Municipal Building

Need more information? Check out the calendar on our website: https://www.cityofalcoa-tn.gov/calendar.aspx

The City of Alcoa is seeking to hire a 2nd Shift Electric Dispatcher! The application deadline is Friday, June 12.

For more information or to apply, please visit our website:

Hiring for: 2nd Shift Electric Dispatcher 2nd Shift Electric DispatcherApply Today!The schedule for this position will be Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:30pm. This position is required to work in the dispatch standby rotation after training is compl

As we gear up for election season in Alcoa, it is important to note some of the changes to the Sign Ordinance!

As of May 18, the posting of political signs is allowed with amended stipulations. Signs shall not be posted prior to 60 calendar days before the start of the event and shall be removed from the location on which the sign is located within seven calendar days after the event.

These types of signs:
1. do not require a permit
2. are not permitted on public property such as streets, roads, and greenway trails
3. are permitted on private property with the approval of the property owner and are limited to one sign per lot per candidate
4. cannot exceed 32 square feet in area and 6 feet in height on commercial property
5. cannot exceed 16 square feet in area and 6 feet in height on residential property

For questions or more information, please call the Planning and Codes Department at (865) 380-4730.

Fire Hydrant Quality Assurance Program

The City of Alcoa Fire Department will begin annual fire hydrant testing on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. The program includes inspection, maintenance, and flow testing of fire hydrants throughout the City of Alcoa.

National fire standards recommend routine hydrant testing to ensure that hydrants operate properly and that adequate water pressure is available for firefighting purposes. Most flow testing will take place Tuesday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Nighttime flow testing in commercial areas will be scheduled later.
Because many fire hydrants are rarely used, this program helps identify issues that could delay emergency response during a fire.

Common problems include:
• Hydrant valves that do not operate properly
• Caps that cannot be removed
• Inadequate water pressure
• Broken or damaged water lines

Water Discoloration Notice
During hydrant flow testing, iron deposits inside water lines may become disturbed, causing temporary brown discoloration in the water. This condition is harmless and typically clears within a few hours.

Residents are encouraged to:
• Run cold water and check for discoloration before use
• Avoid washing white clothing until the water runs clear
• Limit hot water usage until discoloration is gone to help prevent sediment buildup in water heaters

Program Benefits
1. Ensures fire hydrants are operational and ready for emergency use
2. Helps reduce iron buildup in water lines and improves overall water quality
All residents should check the clarity of their water during testing days before washing laundry.

For questions or concerns, please contact the City of Alcoa Service Center at 865-380-4800. Residents may report discoloration at their location, and personnel will respond and flush the nearest water main if needed.