‘Invest Chattanooga’ to Catalyze Affordable Housing Development with $20 Million Housing Production Fund
If approved by City Council, Invest Chattanooga will use the fund to offer low-interest construction loans on shovel-ready projects that guarantee affordable housing units Today the City of Chattanooga announced its plan to launch Invest Chattanooga, a new public enterprise created to fund housing developments with a mix of market-rate and dedicated affordable units. If […]
City of Chattanooga Installs Energy Efficient, Cost-Saving Solar Roof at Development Resource Center
The City of Chattanooga has installed solar panels on the roof of the Development Resource Center (DRC). The solar panels are estimated to save 25% in energy bills for the DRC, or $26,000-$28,000 every year. After 30 years the total savings will be $810,000. After federal tax credits are incorporated, the cost to the city […]
Chattanooga, RPA Unveil New Proposed Sign Ordinance
New ordinance will give clarity to business owners, protect public art, better regulate flashing, moving, obnoxious LED signage During today’s City Council strategic planning meeting, the Chattanooga–Hamilton County Regional Planning Agency unveiled a proposed new sign ordinance for the City of Chattanooga. A sign ordinance is a set of regulations and rules established by local […]
City of Chattanooga Named “Friendliest City in the U.S.”
by Conde’ Nast Traveler Today, Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly celebrated the City of Chattanooga having been named the “Friendliest City in the U.S.” by Conde’ Nast Traveler, a Readers’ Choice Award focusing on where tourists felt most welcome when they traveled. “We’ve always known Chattanooga is special because of its kind and engaging people, and […]
North Chattanooga Family Resource Expo & Fall Festival
North Chattanooga residents and the public are invited out for a day of community fun. The Department of Community Development and the North Chattanooga Neighborhood Association invite the public to the annual North Chattanooga Family Resource Expo and Fall Festival. This event encourages awareness of local programs, resources, and education focused on family health and wellness. […]
First-Ever City of Chattanooga Brand Unveiled
Brand created with input from community stakeholders, points the way forward toward a brighter, more unified future Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly on Thursday unveiled the city’s first-ever brand, which was co-created by local talent with input from residents across the community. Watch the video introduction here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vS7pgGyXcjk The city realized the need for a unifying visual […]
CHA-NYC: Chattanooga Airport To Resume Delta Nonstop Flights to New York-LaGuardia
Today, Mayor Tim Kelly announced that beginning October 7, Delta Air Lines will once again offer nonstop flights from Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport to LaGuardia Airport in New York City. Bringing back a nonstop flight to New York has been a priority of Mayor Kelly since taking office, after Chattanooga’s previous direct flight to New York […]
Kelly Administration and CPD Partner with 423 Chainbreakers, Downtown Chattanooga Alliance on Violence Prevention Pilot Program
423 Chainbreakers are a local violence prevention group that has seen success working with young people in other areas of Chattanooga Today, Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly announced that Memorial Day Weekend will mark the launch of a new pilot program designed to positively engage young people and encourage a safe environment in downtown Chattanooga on […]
Chattanooga Named “Best Place to Live in Tennessee” by U.S. News & World Report
Scenic City ranks #27 nationally in “Best Places to Live” rankings Today, Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly announced that Chattanooga was named the “Best Place to Live in Tennessee” by U.S. News & World Report, ranking #1 in the Volunteer State and #27 overall in the country. Chattanooga rose 21 places from 48th in last year’s national ranking. […]
City of Chattanooga unveils plan to create protected multimodal lane on reconfigured Frazier Avenue
City will implement modified Option B, with safer sidewalks and a new multi-modal protected lane Today the City of Chattanooga released its decision on the reconfiguration of Frazier Avenue. The new configuration will be a modified version of the previously-discussed Option B, creating a new protected multi-modal lane. Survey participants showed a clear preference for […]
