City of Newport TN City Council Meeting July 2026

The City of Newport, Tennessee City Council held a meeting on July 16, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. The council approved bids for the installation of ADA automatic doors at the Tanner building, awarding the contract to Lakeway Door and Glass for $12,180. They also approved the purchase of two 2026 Ford Explorer patrol vehicles from Twin Rivers Ford for a total of $123,788.80, including upfitting and decals. Additionally, the council authorized applying for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) disaster recovery grant totaling $1.4 million, and approved hiring administration and engineering services for the grant, selecting LDA Engineering for the latter. Other procurement-related approvals included event permits and contracts such as the renewal contract with D911 Emergency. The council also discussed infrastructure improvements, including a water line replacement project on North Street starting August 3, 2026. Lastly, a community request was made for city assistance to support a low-cost spay/neuter clinic for animals, highlighting a potential future funding need.