County Commission expands and revamps the Merit System Council, which protects Sheriff’s Office employees from political retribution.
Costs and Benefits
County Commission weighs how to take politics out of the Merit System designed to protect sheriff’s employees … from politics.
Election 2022: County Commission District 10
A well-funded Republican incumbent faces a Democratic newcomer for an at-large seat in a battle of two moderates.
Power Poll: Justifying Tax Hikes
A majority of survey respondents say city employee pay increases and county infrastructure upgrades are sufficient reasons to raise property tax rates.
Council OKs Budget, Tax Hike
Kincannon’s $434.1 million budget proposal and the accompanying 50-cent property tax increase get reserved but solid support.
Spangler Secures 2nd Term
In other primary results, Helsley is the Dems’ county mayor candidate, and Frazier beat Driscoll in the 11th District Commission contest.
Primary 2022: County Commission District 10
Republican Incumbent Larsen Jay has a big campaign chest and a primary challenge from the right from attorney Steve Weiner.
Lack of Access
A study shows the demand for mental health care in Knox County is far outstripping the available resources.
Stadium Costs Come into Focus
The proposed publicly financed sports and entertainment venue would have a higher sticker price but cost less to finance than previously estimated.
On the Merits
County Commission delivers a split decision on revamping the grievance system for sheriff’s employees.