8/28/26 - Bradley County Commission Work Session

The Bradley County Commission Work Session held on August 28, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions and community concerns. The County Mayor presented a resolution to approve computer services and software for the Register of Deeds Office, which was scheduled for the next week's agenda. Additionally, Commissioner Hughes introduced a resolution authorizing the County Mayor to enter into litigation concerning alleged antitrust violations in the fire apparatus market, also set for a future vote. The Emergency Services Director reported the recent delivery of two convalescent vans and fire trucks budgeted for by the commission, signaling progress in emergency vehicle procurement. The Road and Education Committees discussed rezoning requests and potential traffic improvements, including a proposed traffic circulation loop at Michigan Avenue Elementary with an estimated cost between $1 million and $1.5 million, and requested studies on local road improvements, both slated for the October 5 voting session. Public comments focused heavily on environmental and community concerns regarding proposed data center and biomass power plant developments, with multiple speakers urging the commission to consider a moratorium on such projects due to potential environmental and social impacts. No direct procurement decisions related to these projects were made during this session. The meeting concluded with announcements about upcoming committee meetings and community events.