City of Jackson, TN July 2, 2026 City Council Work Session

The City of Jackson, TN City Council Work Session held on July 2, 2026, focused primarily on reviewing new state laws impacting city operations, including procurement and project delivery methods. A significant procurement-related update was the authorization for local governments to use any project delivery model for construction projects under $125 million, subject to controller approval, providing more flexibility in bidding and contracting. The council also discussed compliance requirements for city ordinances and contracts to use gender-neutral language to maintain eligibility for Economic and Community Development (ECD) grants, which support business recruitment and retention. Additionally, the session covered potential opportunities to apply for a $20 million housing innovation pilot program grant, which could fund regulatory reforms and affordable housing projects. Other procurement-relevant topics included updates on pilot agreements requiring mayoral and council notification and approval, and the possibility of designating local tourism development zones to facilitate financing for mixed-use developments. The council was also informed about new laws affecting timelines for large development plan approvals, which could impact subdivision and construction project scheduling. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were reported during the meeting, but several policy changes and grant opportunities were highlighted that could influence future procurement and capital improvement projects.