The City of Chattanooga’s Department of Public Works, in collaboration with Neighborhood Services, has announced the next event in its 2025 Neighborhood Roundtable Series. The public is invited to attend a comprehensive presentation on the city’s vital infrastructure and environmental services.
The roundtable will be held on Monday, October 20, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Chattanooga City Council Building, located at 1000 Lindsay Street.
This event offers residents an opportunity to gain insight into how the city plans, builds, maintains and protects its infrastructure and environment. Public Works staff will present detailed information on a wide range of topics, including streets and sidewalks, garbage and recycling services, stormwater management, tree care and urban forestry, and development permitting and code compliance.
“This is an excellent chance for residents, especially members of our Neighborhood Associations, to get an inside look at the services that keep our city running smoothly,” said Perrin Lance, manager of Neighborhood Service and Development. “We’ll share what we’re doing now, what’s planned for the future, and how the community can partner with us to help make a difference.”
The Department of Public Works is responsible for the essential services that impact the daily lives of Chattanooga citizens, ensuring the safety, health, and welfare of the community. Key areas of responsibility include street maintenance, solid waste collection, engineering, stormwater quality, and transportation.
The City of Chattanooga’s Neighborhood Services and Development Division (NSD) acts as the critical bridge connecting city government and local residents, with a mission to empower communities and advance local democracy. Functioning within the Equity and Community Engagement Department, the NSD’s core work revolves around supporting, initiating, and connecting Neighborhood Associations to enhance the overall quality of life.
The division actively facilitates civic participation by providing guidance to community leaders, administering programs like the Neighborhood Action Grant to fund local improvements, and working directly with residents through programs such as Neighborhood Walking Audits, where staff log concerns–from potholes to code violations–directly into the 311 system for prompt departmental action. This proactive approach ensures citizen concerns are heard and resources are directed toward building healthy, thriving and engaged neighborhoods.
For questions or additional information about the roundtable event, contact Karen Clay, Neighborhood Relations specialist, at (423) 355-7003 or kclay@chattanooga.gov.