Friend, 

Today I'm reaching out with an exciting edition of my bi-weekly newsletter! I've included the standard tidbits about what's going on in our city and what we're working on at City Hall, but I also included something special — your invitation to one of our community's biggest events of the year.

My team and I are gearing up for my second State of the City, and we want you to be a part of it.

Please join me on August 3rd for an update on my administration's One Chattanooga plan, our progress over the past year, and the road that lies ahead.

This event is free and open to the public, but seating will be limited by the Walker Theatre’s capacity. To claim your seat, please RSVP at cha.city/SOTC by July 28, 2023. I can't wait to see you there. 

Thank you, and as always, please let me know if you have any questions, input, or if I can be of any assistance.

See you soon,

Tim Kelly

Mayor, City of Chattanooga

What's New in Chattanooga

We're making it easier than ever to connect with me and my team. Check out our new webpage at mayor.chattanooga.gov. You'll find easy ways to contact me, to read our latest news releases, and a whole lot more. Give it a spin!

I'm incredibly proud of our Office of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, who housed almost 800 people experiencing homelessness in the past year through direct city support or investment. That's a whopping 67% increase over the previous year!

We partnered with Branch Technology and Olivet Baptist Church to pilot a new program to help Chattanoogans experiencing homelessness. These 3D printed structures offer transitional housing for individuals experiencing homelessness while they work with our team to get back on their feet. Learn more here.

Mentorship is one of the most powerful tools for keeping our youth out of violence and guiding them towards a bright future. That's why we created a new mentor hub to connect potential mentors with the local mentorship program that best fits their interests and expertise. Want to be a mentor? Head to chattanooga.gov/mentorhub!

In the Community

As a dog lover, I was thrilled to attend the ribbon cutting for Slobberbones Pet Bakery and Bath in East Brainerd! This new spot offers fresh-baked dog treats, pet care necessities, and much more — a great addition to our local economy!

Thank you to the Washington Hills Neighborhood Association for inviting me as a guest speaker! I'm always grateful for the opportunity to chat with residents from across our great city.

Want me to attend an event? Request an appearance here. 

We're not trying to be the BIGGEST city in Tennessee. We're trying to be the BEST city in Tennessee. 😎 (Shout out to my staff for editing this clip of my recent Local 3 News interview)!

Upcoming Opportunities

• Did you know that city residents have free access to the Chattanooga Fitness Center? Located at 1254 E 3rd St next to the zoo, the fully ADA accessible center offers weights, machines, and fitness classes, free for Chattanooga city residents — no membership needed! Learn more here. 
• Have you spotted the new murals on 10th Street? 👀 Ten local artists created new murals to Chattanooga's historic Martin Luther King Boulevard neighborhood, as part of the EPB 10th Street Mural Project!

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