City of Johnson City

Permitting and payment counters at City Hall, 601 E. Main St., will close at 4 p.m. today due to inclement weather. As a reminder, payments can be made online at johnsoncitytn.org.

Join us as we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. tomorrow, Jan. 19. For more information about MLK events in and around our community, please visit loom.ly/L0wrwqI City offices will be closed. Garbage/recycling collection will continue.

When temperatures drop, residents are urged to protect their homes from frozen pipes. Follow these essential tips to prevent costly damage: loom.ly/7jmUwQI For assistance, call 423-461-1645, and for after hours help, call 423-461-1643. Stay warm and safe, Johnson City!

The City is accepting applications for CBGB funds from qualified organizations serving low-income persons through community development initiatives. For more information or to apply, visit: loom.ly/um9K9XI

Today, we proudly recognize #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay and the officers of #YourJCPD. From routine patrols to critical moments, thank you for answering the call. We are grateful for all you do!

Community Development Block Grant funds support decent housing, a suitable living environment and economic opportunity for low- and moderate-income households in JC. Tell us what matters most to you during the Housing & Community Development Board Meeting. loom.ly/um9K9XI

Happy New Year, Johnson City! City offices will be closed today. Trash and recycling pick-up will run on their normal schedule.

Water/Sewer crews are working to fix a waterline break on Lafe Cox Drive near S. Roan St. The repair is expected to be completed by 10 p.m. today, Dec. 31. Please observe all posted detour signs as crews work to restore service to the impacted area.

Christmas trees may be placed at the curb for brush collection. Do not leave trees in the street. Use the link provided and enter your address on our map to find your scheduled day for trash pickup. loom.ly/x86hci4 Call 423-975-2792 for information on brush collection.

As we look ahead to 2026, we've been reflecting on some of the many accomplishments made at the City this year. City Manager Ball presented some of these to the JCBOC, and we've published her presentation as an online PDF to share with you here. johnsoncitytn.org/2025YearEndRev…

Merry Christmas, Johnson City! We hope your holidays are filled with warmth, laughter, and joy. #johnsoncitytn #merrychristmas

The City’s online and phone payment options are currently offline. We apologize for any inconvenience and are working to rectify the issue. For more information on ways to pay, please visit: loom.ly/JQofN0Q

Repair work related to a 10-inch waterline break that occurred Dec. 16 continues this morning. E Oakland Ave between N Roan St and Bristol Hwy will remain closed for most of today, Dec. 17. A lane of N Roan St headed toward Boones Creek has also been closed.

Crews are working to repair a waterline break at the intersection of North Roan Street and Oakland Avenue. Drivers are urged to avoid the area until further notice.

Contractors will mill and pave the 2000 block of East Unaka Avenue. Wednesday, Dec. 17. During construction, temporary lane closures will impact traffic between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Emergency vehicles will be able to pass.

A Water & Sewer Services tap installation at 904 N. State of Franklin Rd. near Skyline Dr. will cause lane shifts on Dec. 16 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lanes will return to normal configuration once all necessary work is completed. Motorists are asked to observe all posted signage.

When temperatures drop, residents are urged to protect their homes from frozen pipes. Follow these essential tips to prevent costly damage: loom.ly/7jmUwQI For assistance, call 423-461-1645. For after hours help, call 423-461-1643.

A Spectrum phone outage has occurred temporarily preventing City staff from receiving calls. We apologize for any inconvenience. For City information visit, johnsoncitytn.org. Report any Water/Sewer emergencies by calling 423.461.1645 until further notice.

Special Events Manager Sara DelBene thrives in the heart of every celebration — from mapping out major festivals to coordinating the details that make each gathering run seamlessly. Learn more by viewing the latest How I GO. ALL. OUT. video at johnsoncitytn.org/goallout

Our fair city was founded 156 years ago today! From our early trolley days to the community we know now, we’re grateful for the people & history that shaped Johnson City.