BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION
Regular MeetingKingsport, TN · October 20, 2025
Minutes
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BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION MINUTES
Monday, October 20, 2025 at 4: 30 PM
City Hall, 415 Broad Street, Montgomery - Watterson Boardroom
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Mayor Paul W. Montgomery, Presiding
Vice Mayor Darrell Duncan
Alderman Betsy Cooper Alderman Gary Mayes
Alderman Colette George Alderman James Phillips
I. CALL TO ORDER 4: 30 pm by Mayor Montgomery.
II. ROLL CALL by City Recorder Travis Bishop. Absent: Alderman Morris Baker.
III. DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. UT Dental Clinic - Allen Stanton
Ken Tilashalski, DMD gave a presentation on this item noting the clinic has served nearly 1, 300
appointments and performed about 3, 000 procedures. He commented on new partnership
opportunities and highlighted a timeline of future plans. Lastly, he talked about some of the
challenges such as student housing and curriculum. Some discussion followed as he answered
questions from the board.
2. Disaster Preparedness - Chief DeBerry
Fire Chief DeBerry introduced Sullivan County EMS Chief Kevin Marsh, Sullivan County EMA
Director Jim Bean and Kingsport Lifesaving Crew Chief Tony Rutledge who will also be speaking
during the presentation. He also recognized Police Chief Bellamy for their partnership and
cooperation with the fire department. He explained the aspects of emergency preparedness and
the functions of the emergency operations center. Discussion ensued throughout as the
speakers answered questions from board members.
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BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION MINUTES
Monday, October 20, 2025, at 4: 30 PM Kingsport City Hall, 415 Broad Street, Boardroom
IV. REVIEW OF BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA
City staff gave a summary for each item on the October 21, 2025 proposed agenda. No items
were discussed at greater length or received specific questions or concerns.
V. ITEMS OF INTEREST
1. Sales Tax Report
2. Projects Status Report
VI. ADJOURN
Seeing no other bpsqe 1rcQnsideration, Mayor Montgomery adjourned the meeting at 6: 06 p. m.
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ANGELFIMkRSHALL 1. aI PAUL W. MONTGOM
Deputy City Recordef: ' Mayor
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Agenda
BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMEN WORK SESSION AGENDA
Monday, October 20, 2025 at 4:30 PM
City Hall, 415 Broad Street, Montgomery - Watterson Boardroom
Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Mayor Paul W. Montgomery, Presiding
Vice Mayor Darrell Duncan Alderman Colette George
Alderman Morris Baker Alderman Gary Mayes
Alderman Betsy Cooper Alderman James Phillips
Leadership Team
Chris McCartt, City Manager Ryan McReynolds, Deputy City Manager
Michael Borders, Assistant City Manager Jessica Harmon, Assistant City Manager
Bart Rowlett, City Attorney Tyra Copas, Human Resources Director
Travis Bishop, City Recorder Jason Bellamy, Police Chief
John Morris, Budget Director Adrienne Batara, Public Relations Director
Jerry DeBerry, Fire Chief Floyd Bailey, Chief Information Officer
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. UT Dental Clinic - Allen Stanton
2. Disaster Preparedness - Chief DeBerry
IV. REVIEW OF BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA
V. ITEMS OF INTEREST
1. Sales Tax Report
2. Projects Status Report
VI. ADJOURN
Next Work Session: Nov. 3, 2025, 4:30 PM
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