Town Council Meeting March 2021

The monthly Town Council meeting was held on March 9, 2021. The meeting agenda can be viewed here.

Town Council recognized Tazewell High School senior Josh Herndon for his recent win of the VHSL Class 2 state wrestling championship held in Salem, Virginia. Mayor Michael Hoops congratulated Josh and praised his determination, along with his family and Coach Deacon Young.

Regina Sayers, Executive Director of Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens, updated Town Council on a recent grant opportunity. AASC was rewarded a grant from the National Aging and Disability Transportation Center to provide non-emergency medical transportation to area senior citizens. This pilot program will run through May and will continue on for an additional 6-9 months through a generous concurrent award from American Electric Power. Regina also reported that the Falls Mills Adult Day Center project is 99% complete and the hiring process is set to begin for its planned opening.

Amanda Hoops, Executive Director of Tazewell Today, updated Town Council on upcoming events and requested Town Council’s permission for Tazewell Today to pursue the retail ABC licensing needed for the First Fridays event series. The license would permit patrons of restaurants in the mapped district to purchase to-go beverages to consume while enjoying outdoor concerts held on Main Street. A full schedule of fun events will be released shortly.

Town of Tazewell’s Recreation Director, Ben Rosado, updated Town Council on the fundraising efforts for renovations of Lincolnshire Park’s playground. Sponsorships are now open for citizens, businesses, and organizations to show their support for this exciting project. The goal needed to complete the project is estimated at $350,000.