Boards & Commissions

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Beer Board

The duty of the board is to regulate, supervise and control the issuance, suspension and revocation of permits to sell, store, distribute, dispense, serve and/or manufacture beer and other beverages of like alcoholic content not in excess of 5% by weight in the City of Bristol.

Better Property Board

Learn about the responsibilities of the Better Property Board, and review the agendas and minutes of their meetings.

Board of Code Appeals

The Board of Code Appeals hears and decides appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the building official relative to the applications and interpretation of those codes.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals has the power to hear and decide appeals where it is alleged that there is error in the carrying out or enforcement of any provision of zoning ordinance.

Bristol Public Library Foundation

City Council

The City Council are elected officials that govern the city of Bristol, TN.

Community Development Advisory Committee

This board acts in an advisory capacity to assist in the planning and implementation of projects as part of the city's Community Development Block Grant, as well as, HOME and ESG entitlement activities.

Emergency Communications District Board

The Bristol Tennessee Emergency Communications District Board of Directors is a separate municipality established by referendum that is charged with the design and delivery of emergency 911 services to the citizens of Bristol, Tennessee.

Farmer's Market Board

Review agendas and minutes of the Farmer's Market Board, and learn about the board's duties and responsibilities.

Health & Education Facilities Board

The Health and Education Facilities Board approves bond issues for medical and educational facilities.

Bristol Housing Board

Bristol Housing Board oversees administration of Bristol Housing.

Industrial Development Board

The Industrial Development Board has authority to authorize industrial development bonds under state and federal statute and has other enumerated powers.

Library Board

The Library Board oversees the administration of the Bristol Public Library.

Metropolitan Planning Organization Executive Board

Review the agendas and minutes of the meetings of the Metropolitan Planning Organization.

Northeast TN/VA HOME Consortium Board

The HOME Consortium’s main purpose is to establish policies and direct the program delivery for funds granted by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the purpose of improving regional housing opportunities.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission advises City Council concerning use of and supervision of all public playgrounds, parks, athletic fields, recreation centers, and other public recreation facilities owned, controlled or used by the city and not controlled by the Board of Education.

Planning Commission

Review agendas and minutes of the Planning Commission.

Power Board

The Power Board oversees administration of Bristol, Tennessee electric system and broadband services.

Sewer Oversight Committee

This "unofficial" group of Bristol TN/VA officials acts as an advisory group to each city on issues related to the operation of the jointly owned Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Sullivan County Board of Equalization

The Sullivan County Board of Equalization serves as an appeal board for the Sullivan County Office of Property Assessments.

Tree City Board

This board is responsible for maintaining the city's "Tree City" designation, initiation of city beautification projects, and enhancement of community aesthetic support.

Tri-City Airport Commission

The Airport Commission oversees the operation and management of the airport.