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Town Council Meeting – February 2017

The monthly Town Council meeting was held on February 14, 2017. The meeting agenda can be viewed here.

Mayor Donald Buchanan recognized Susan Reeves for her work as the Sesquicentennial Committee Chairperson. 2016 marked the 150th anniversary of the incorporation of the Town of Tazewell, and was celebrated with several events throughout the year, including the creation of the commemorative Taztownopoly Monopoly game:

Police Chief DeWitt Cooper also recognized the outstanding service of Dennis and Jody Adkins, for their actions in helping apprehend a combative suspect who was struggling with Officer Woodard. The Adkins’ bravely stopped at the scene and assisted eight other officers in helping Officer Woodard.

 

Full video of the February 2017 Town Council meeting:

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Stay informed! Sign up for CodeRED!

The CodeRED system is used to send emergency notifications, from evacuations notices to missing child alerts. Residents and businesses located within the Town of Tazewell are encouraged to sign up for CodeRED to be sure they receive timely emergency notifications and other important information and instructions when alerts are received. This is our way of notifying you in an emergency situation. Also you can activate general notifications as a registered subscriber to receive notices of planned road closures, water main repairs, water service interruptions, events, and etc.
When you enroll in the CodeRED system, alerts are issued to you by your geographical location. Alerts can be sent to your cell phone, land line, by text, and even email. You get to choose! With CodeRED, you get the option of also receiving the CodeRED Weather Warning. These alerts are automatically generated when the National Weather Service issues a warning for your location. This early warning could prove to be lifesaving.
The CodeRED alert system is free to Tazewell and Tazewell County residents. To sign up for CodeRED, click on the following link: https://public.coderedweb.com/cne/BFB7C9566D14. It will only take a few minutes to enjoy a service that just may save your life. Please tell all of your family and friends about this invaluable service.
Again, there is no charge to register for or use CodeRED and your personal information will be kept confidential. For more information about the CodeRED service, contact: CodeRED@tcsova.org

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Residents and visitors can now receive enhanced public safety alerts no matter where you are located via the, a free public safety app for both Android and iPhone users. The CodeRED Mobile Alert app delivers community and emergency alerts to individuals targeted within an impacted geographical area. The app enables you to receive timely notifications when you on the road, away from home.
If you are currently a CodeRED subscriber that has already registered your mobile phone to get notifications from the Town of Tazewell, you will continue to receive calls. However, if you download the app, you will also be able to get alerts to your smartphone anywhere in the country, including Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and Alaska.
To download the free CodeRED Mobile Alert app, visit the Google Play or iTunes store.
For more information about the CodeRED service, contact: CodeRED@tcsova.org

Town Council Meeting November 2016

As part of the Town of Tazewell’s ongoing efforts to keep area citizens involved and up-to-date, the Council section of the website will now feature videos of the Town Council meetings starting in January 2016. The videos will typically be made available within 24-48 hours after the meetings, and can be found here, with the latest meeting shown at the bottom of the page, and a history of prior meetings shown in a list on the side/bottom of the page under a Council Meetings header.

The November 2016 Town Council meeting agenda can be viewed here.

Senator Ben Chafin gave a special presentation to the Town Council, reading the resolution that honors the Town of Tazewell’s 150th anniversary of its incorporation:

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Marcus Gilbert and Viola Asbury expressed their gratitude for the Town of Tazewell’s support with the Tazewell County Fair:

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Chief Dewitt Cooper introduced the newest police department member Joe Jesse, expressed his thanks to other department members for their quick response in saving lives during a recent collision, and recognized Donny Pruitt’s Public Works team, especially William Asbury, for his dedication to the Town of Tazewell and for going above and beyond his duties to help with events.

Full video of the November 2016 Town Council meeting:

Town Council Meeting – October 2016

As part of the Town of Tazewell’s ongoing efforts to keep area citizens involved and up-to-date, the Council section of the website will now feature videos of the Town Council meetings starting in January 2016. The videos will typically be made available within 24-48 hours after the meetings, and can be found here, with the latest meeting shown at the bottom of the page, and a history of prior meetings shown in a list on the side/bottom of the page under a Council Meetings header.

The October 2016 Town Council meeting agenda can be viewed here.

After a reception, Delegate Will Morefield gave a special presentation to the Town Council, reading the resolution that honors the Town of Tazewell’s 150th anniversary of its incorporation:dsc_0331

 

Mayor Buchanan also read the proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month with Marilyn Miller of Clinch Valley Community Action Family Crisis Services:dsc_0336e

Full video of the October 2016 Town Council meeting:

Town Council Meeting August 2016

As part of the Town of Tazewell’s ongoing efforts to keep area citizens involved and up-to-date, the Council section of the website will now feature videos of the Town Council meetings starting in January 2016. The videos will typically be made available within 24-48 hours after the meetings, and can be found here, with the latest meeting shown at the bottom of the page, and a history of prior meetings shown in a list on the side/bottom of the page under a Council Meetings header.

The August 9, 2016 Town Council meeting agenda can be viewed here.

Mayor Donald Buchanan presented Town Manager Todd Day with a recognition letter from Senator Mark Warner to congratulate the Town of Tazewell for being named one of the twentieth safest communities statewide:
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Shawn Durham, new CEO of the Four Seasons YMCA, updated the Town Council on the YMCA’s goals and new programs, thanked them for their continued support, and presented the Town Council members with badges as part of the current YMCA support campaign.

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Larry and Claudine Blankenship then thanked the Town Council on behalf of their family for Council’s support for the community and for their continued leadership in the positive direction they have steered the Town.

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And, Town Manager Todd Day unveiled plans for relocating the recycling bins and dumpsters to the lot beside of the Town of Tazewell EMS on Steeles Lane.

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Full video of the August 2016 Town Council meeting:

Town Council Meeting July 2016

As part of the Town of Tazewell’s ongoing efforts to keep area citizens involved and up-to-date, the Council section of the website will now feature videos of the Town Council meetings starting in January 2016. The videos will typically be made available within 24-48 hours after the meetings, and can be found here, with the latest meeting shown at the bottom of the page, and a history of prior meetings shown in a list on the side/bottom of the page under a Council Meetings header.

The July 12, 2016 Town Council meeting agenda can be viewed here.
Full video of the July 2016 Town Council meeting:

Town Council Meeting June 2016

As part of the Town of Tazewell’s ongoing efforts to keep area citizens involved and up-to-date, the Council section of the website will now feature videos of the Town Council meetings starting in January 2016. The videos will typically be made available within 24-48 hours after the meetings, and can be found here, with the latest meeting shown at the bottom of the page, and a history of prior meetings shown in a list on the side/bottom of the page under a Council Meetings header.

The June 14, 2016 Town Council meeting agenda can be viewed here.
 Full video of the June 2016 Town Council meeting:

Town Council Meeting May 2016

As part of the Town of Tazewell’s ongoing efforts to keep area citizens involved and up-to-date, the Council section of the website will now feature videos of the Town Council meetings starting in January 2016. The videos will typically be made available within 24-48 hours after the meetings, and can be found here, with the latest meeting shown at the bottom of the page, and a history of prior meetings shown in a list on the side/bottom of the page under a Council Meetings header.

The May 10, 2016 Town Council meeting agenda can be viewed here.

The May Town Council meeting special presentations:

Special presentation in memory of Jeff White:

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Resolution for THS One-Act Team:

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Special Recognition of Derrick Young of the THS Wrestling Team:

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 Full video of the May 2016 Town Council meeting:

Town Council Meeting April 2016

As part of the Town of Tazewell’s ongoing efforts to keep area citizens involved and up-to-date, the Council section of the website will now feature videos of the Town Council meetings starting in January 2016. The videos will typically be made available within 24-48 hours after the meetings, and can be found here, with the latest meeting shown at the bottom of the page, and a history of prior meetings shown in a list on the side/bottom of the page under a Council Meetings header.

The April 12, 2016 Town Council meeting agenda can be viewed here.

The April Town Council meeting special presentations:

Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation, with Mayor Donald Buchanan and Clinch Valley Community Action:

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Local Government Education Week Proclamation, with Councilman Dr. Terry Mullins and Josh Murray:

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Madison Vanover found the golden egg that was hidden by Tazewell Today as part of the Sesquicentennial Treasure Hunt:

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 Grant presentation by David Hilton:
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Full video of the April 2016 Town Council meeting:

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