City of Bristol, VA

The City Council of Bristol, Virginia, held a meeting on May 13, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the Safe Streets for All implementation grant application, proposing a $25 million infrastructure improvement project along the West State Street corridor. The federal grant would cover $20 million, with the city and its Tennessee counterpart responsible for a $5 million local match. The council discussed project scope, funding strategies including potential state funds and in-kind contributions, and a multi-year budget impact. Additionally, the council approved a street closure for a community event and conducted the first reading of the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget ordinance, which appropriates over $97 million for general city operations and includes funding for schools and other city funds. The meeting also featured proclamations recognizing National Public Works Week and National Police Week, but no other contract awards or vendor selections were noted.