Get official Johnson County, TN election information for the May 5, 2026 primary, including early voting dates, absentee ballot details, voter ID requirements, and sample ballots. QUICK OVERVIEW State and County Primary Election: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 Early Voting: April 15 – April 30, 2026 Voter Registration Deadline: April 6, 2026 Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: April 25, 2026 DOWNLOAD MAY 5, 2026 SAMPLE BALLOT HERE DOWNLOAD KEY DATES FOR THE 2026 ELECTION CYCLE Note: PDF documents require a PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat Reader to open. Download Adobe Acrobat Reader for free. EARLY VOTING INFORMATION Early voting will be held at the Johnson County Election Commission Office from: April 15 through April 30, 2026 Hours: Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday (April 18 & April 25): 8:00 AM – 12:00 Noon Early voting allows registered voters to cast their ballot in person before Election Day in a convenient and flexible timeframe. PHOTO ID REQUIREMENT Tennessee law requires voters to present a valid photo ID when voting in person. Accepted forms of ID include: Tennessee driver’s license U.S. passport Tennessee photo ID issued by the Department of Safety Federal or military photo ID (including Veteran ID) Tennessee handgun carry permit Note: College IDs and out-of-state IDs are not accepted. For additional information and exceptions, visit GoVoteTN.com or contact the Election Commission. VOTING BY MAIL (ABSENTEE) Any registered voter of Johnson County may vote in person during a period beginning twenty (20) days prior to the election five (5) days before the election (TCA 2-6-102 (a) (1)). This period would run from: April 15, 2026, through April 30, 2026. Early Voting will be held at The Election Commission Office. DOWNLOAD EARLY VOTING & ABSENTEE NOTICE HERE Johnson County TN Election Commission The Johnson County Election Commission is committed to providing clear, accurate, and accessible information to all voters. This page includes important details for the May 5, 2026 State and County Primary Election, including early voting dates, absentee voting procedures, voter requirements, and key deadlines. Whether you plan to vote early, on Election Day, or by mail, we encourage all registered voters to review this information and make a plan to vote. Cheri Lipford, Administrator of Elections Email: johnson.commission@tn.gov 158 Election Ave, P. O. Box 106, Mountain City, TN 37683 Phone: 423-727-8592 Fax: 423-727-9168 Office Hours: Monday-Friday | 8:00am-4:00pm Our office is directly behind Johnson County Rescue Squad. IMPORTANT LINKS Johnson County Election Commission Website Candidate Information Voter Information Election Results About the Johnson County Election Commission This page is best viewed on a desktop or tablet.

Johnson County Long Term Recovery information. HOW YOU CAN HELP JOHNSON COUNTY Johnson County Long-Term Recovery Group Your corporate or individual donations will be administered by the First Tennessee Development District Foundation. All donations will stay in Johnson County and be used specifically for materials and tools to support the rebuilding process. These funds will help bridge any gaps that are uncovered as people find items/issues that are not covered by other organizations. DONATE ONLINE HERE If you wish to donate by check, please include Johnson County LTRG on the subject line and make your check out to: FTDD Foundation 3211 N. Roan Street Johnson City, TN 37601 Restoring Hope and Stability After the Storm Over the past year, our community has come together—individuals, organizations, churches, and businesses—demonstrating incredible compassion and resilience. The Johnson County Long Term Recovery Group has been formed to foster collaboration and ensure that every neighbor has the support they need to rebuild their lives. Contact Information Director 2303 S. Shady Street Mountain City, TN 37683 Email: JCTNrecovery@gmail.com Phone: 423-440-2883 Website | Facebook | Instagram NOTICE FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION: You must apply for FEMA Flood Permits in the Property Assessors Office. Questions: 423-727-7692

Discover Johnson County, Tennessee — a welcoming mountain community where heritage, natural beauty, and opportunity meet. Access county services, local government resources, and explore things to do in Mountain City, Shady Valley, and Butler. Stay informed, get involved, and experience the best of Northeast Tennessee. Johnson County Courthouse Photo credit: Dennis Shekinah Doe Mountain Recreation Area Beautiful Watauga Lake Photo credit: Sheila Stout Caldwell Johnson County Courthouse Photo credit: Dennis Shekinah 1/41 Subscribe for Updates Subscribe Now Thanks for submitting! STAY CONNECTED TODAY! BE IN THE KNOW Welcome to Johnson County TN, your destination for today, tomorrow, or a lifetime! COURTHOUSE HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm County Clerks Office Only Saturdays 8:30am-11:45am NEW OFFICE HOURS FOR THE COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE BEGINNING APRIL 18, 2026 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday ... 8:30am-5:00pm Open Extended hours on Thursdays from 7:30am-5:30pm CLOSED ON SATURDAYS County Transfer Station Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm Saturdays 8:00am-12:00pm County Phone Directory Johnson County TN Government Public Notices PLANNING COMMITTEE Monday, March 2 at 6:00pm Upper Courtroom - Courthouse DOWNLOAD AGENDA PACKET PARKS & RECREATION PUBLIC INPUT MEETING Wednesday, March 18 at 5:15pm Upper Courtroom - Courthouse DOWNLOAD AGENDA PACKET BUDGET COMMITTEE Thursday, March 19 at 6:00pm Upper Courtroom - Courthouse Agenda included below. COUNTY COMMISSION Thursday, March 19 at 7:00pm Upper Courtroom - Courthouse DOWNLOAD PUBLIC NOTICE DOWNLOAD AGENDA PACKET AMENDED AGENDA PACKET PARKS & RECREATION PUBLIC INPUT MEETING Tuesday, March 24 at 5:15pm Upper Courtroom - Courthouse DOWNLOAD AGENDA PACKET LOCAL UPDATES For Hurricane Disaster Recovery Updates, please follow: Johnson County -TN Long Term Recovery Group Phone: 423-440-2883 Email: JCTNrecovery@gmail.com NOTICE FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION: You must apply for FEMA Flood Permits in the Property Assessors Office. Questions: 423-727-7692 CLICK ON IMAGES TO ENLARGE VIEW Don't forget to download the new EMA app to get weather updates and notifications during emergencies in Johnson County. Scan the QR code or search for Johnson County TN EMA on Google or Apple Play Store. Kidney Disease Awareness Day Staff at the Johnson County Courthouse wore green today to help raise awareness for Kidney Disease Awareness Day. MARCH 26-29 - TICKET INFORMATION calendar of events Follow Johnson County Government Featured COMMUNITY POST

Contact information for Johnson County TN Emergency Management Services. County Emergency Management Jason Blevins, EMA Director 216 Honeysuckle Street Mountain City, TN 37683 Email: ema@johnsoncountytn.gov Phone: (423) 727-2507 Follow us on Facebook

Information about services offered by the Johnson County TN Health Department located in Mountain City. Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday | 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Johnson County Health Department Caroline Chinouth, Johnson & Carter County Director Caroline.Chinouth@tn.gov Office Phone: (423) 727-9731 Fax: (423) 727-4153 Johnson County Health Department 715 West Main Street Mountain City, TN 37683 Services of the Johnson County Health Department include: WIC (Women Infants and Children) supplemental nutrition program, vital records (birth and death certificates), dental health services, environmental health, health promotion, immunizations, nutrition education, Family Planning, breast and cervical cancer screening program, pregnancy testing, home visiting and case management, Phenylketonuria (PKU)/newborn screenings, communicable disease services, HIV testing and counseling, and sexually transmitted disease program. For more information about services offered by the Johnson County Health Department, or to schedule an appointment, call 423-727-9731.

Contact information for Johnson County TN Mayor Larry Potter Johnson County Mayor Mr. Larry Potter Johnson County Courthouse 222 West Main Street | Mountain City, TN 37683 423-727-9696 County Mission Statement Our Mission is to set forth the means for a high quality of life, provide a safe environment for raising a family or a comfortable place for retirement. Message From the Mayor I will strive to provide an office of efficient fiscal responsibility while promoting meaningful opportunities for all stakeholders.

Food Stamp; Families First; Child Care Certificate; Medicaid; and TennCare for Johnson County TN Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday | 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Johnson County Department of Human Services Dist. 1, Cty. #46 370 Cold Springs Road Mountain City, Tennessee 37683-4022 Office Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Phone: (423) 727-7704 FAX: (423) 727-4404 FIELD MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR 1 - Colene Conover Services: Food Stamp; Families First; Child Care Certificate; Medicaid; and TennCare - Click here for more information and to apply.

Johnson County Airport is classified as a public use general aviation facility featuring an 4,498 foot x 75 foot paved runway. Fully furnished Fixed Base Operations office complete with rental and courtesy car, fuel, and pilot supplies. Johnson County Airport 611 Airport Rd. Mountain City, Tennessee 37683 Phone: (423)727-1223 Dave Garris, Manager Longstanding Member of EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) Member of AOPA (Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association) Member of TAA (Tennessee Aviation Association) Johnson County Airport is classified as a public use general aviation facility featuring an 4,498 foot x 75 foot paved runway. Fully furnished Fixed Base Operations office complete with rental and courtesy car, fuel, and pilot supplies.

A directory of the Johnson County Committees and their members. Johnson County Committees AIRPORT ADVISORY Mrs. Gina Meade Mr. Freddy Phipps Mr. Tommy Poore Mr. Jerry Redden Mr. Rick Wallace Mayor Larry Potter ANIMAL CONTROL Mr. Eugene Campbell Mr. Jerry Gentry Mr. Tracy Greer Mr. Cody Osborne Mr. Tommy Poore AUDIT Mr. Eugene Campbell Mrs. Gina Meade Mrs. Megan McEwen Mrs. Sally Snyder BEER / ENTERTAINMENT Mr. Eugene Campbell Mr. Jerry Gentry Mrs. Renee Proffitt, Secretary Mr. Rick Wallace BUDGET Mr. Jerry Gentry Mrs. Gina Meade Mr. Huey Long Mr. Freddy Phipps Mayor Larry Potter, Chairman BUILDING NEGATIONS / COURTHOUSE Mr. Eugene Campbell Mr. Jerry Gentry Mr. Tracy Greer Mr. Brian Taylor Mr. Rick Wallace DISABLED ACCESS Mrs. Flo Bellamy Mr. Brian Taylor Mr. Rick Wallace Ms. Karen Ward Mrs. Serena Warren ETHICS Ms. Tammie Fenner Mrs. Megan McEwen Mr. Huey Long Mr. Kody Norris Mr. Tommy Poore JOINT ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Mr. Jeff Fritts Mr. Dick Grayson Mrs. Megan McEwen Mrs. Gina Meade Mr. Kody Norris Ms. Angie Stout City Mayor Jerry Jordan County Mayor Larry Potter LAKE ACCESS Mr. Jerry Gentry Mr. Tracy Greer Mr. Jimmy Lowe Mr. Cody Osborne Mr. Tommy Poore Mr. Lester Dunn Mr. Jerry Grindstaff Mr. Huey Long Mr. Jimmy Lowe Mrs. Gina Meade LAND BROUGHT IN BY COUNTY "SALES TAX" MEAT PROCESSING Mr. Herbie Adams Mr. Jerry Gentry Mr. Matthew Lewis Mr. Billy Ward Mayor Larry Potter PARKS & RECREATION Mr. Lester Dunn Mr. Jerry Gentry Mr. Jimmy Lowe Mr. Kody Norris PERSONNEL & TRAVEL Mrs. Gina Meade Mr. Cody Osborne Mr. Freddy Phipps Mr. Brian Taylor Mayor Larry Potter Ms. Cynthia Cretsinger Mr. Jerry Grindstaff Mr. Alan Hammons Mr. Bob Pardue Mr. Tommy Poore Mrs. Kim Wilson PLANNING PUBLIC REC ORDS COMMISSION Ryan Carroll, County Attorney Ms. Tammie Fenner Mr. Jerry Gentry Mrs. Freida Gwinn Mrs. Amanda Hall Ms. Jenny Johnson Manuel Mr. Russell Robinson Mayor Larry Potter PUBLIC SAFETY Mr. Lester Dunn Mr. Eugene Campbell Mr. Jerry Gentry Mr. Tracy Greer Mr. Jimmy Lowe Mrs. Megan McEwen Mr. Freddy Phipps Mr. Tommy Poore Mayor Larry Potter PURCHASING Mr. Huey Long Mrs. Gina Meade Mr. Cody Osborne Mr. Rick Wallace Mayor Larry Potter Mr. Jason Blevins Ms. Bev Graybeal Ms. Louise Lawrence Ms. Karen Manuel Ms. Robin Wilson SAFETY SOLID WASTE Mr. Lester Dunn Mr. Jerry Gentry Mrs. Megan McEwen Mr. Brian Taylor Mayor Larry Potter

The Johnson County/Mountain City Community Center offers after school and summer programming to the students of Johnson County. These services are made possible through County/City funding, grants, and contributions. The center is also used by several local organizations as a meeting place. Hours: 10:00am - 6:00pm (Summer Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm - According to school schedule) Johnson County/Mountain City Community Center Joey Beth Souder, Director 214 College St Mountain City, TN 37683 (423) 727-2942 Email: jsouder@mountaincitytn.org County/City Community Center The Johnson County/Mountain City Community Center offers weekly and monthly activities, including crafting, book club, health and wellness activities, and much more. For students, the Center offers after-school tutoring, activities, and an after-school meal/snack sponsored by local businesses and other generous donors. The Center also provides many local organizations with a monthly or weekly meeting place and is available to rent for special events. For more information about the Community Center and what the center has to offer, or to inquire about renting event space, please contact the Center at (423) 727-2942. Information regarding upcoming events, classes, closures or other schedule changes is also posted on our facebook page. Be sure to follow us to stay up-to-date on all of our activities! For more information about the center, please follow us on Facebook !

Find Johnson County TN events and programs on our Calendar of Events. Doe Mountain Recreation Area Heritage Hall Theatre Johnson County Center for the Arts click on image to enlarge view 1/28 Johnson County Calendar of Events event submission guidelines submit your event for free

Pursuant to Tenn. Code Ann. § 10-7-503(g), the following Public Records Policy for Johnson County, TN Government is hereby adopted by the Johnson County Commission to provide economical and efficient access to public records as provided under the Tennessee Public Records Act (“TPRA”) in Tenn. Code Ann. § 10-7-501, et seq. Public Open Records Policy Updated 02/18/2021 Pursuant to Tenn. Code Ann. § 10-7-503(g), the following Public Records Policy for Johnson County, TN Government is hereby adopted by the Johnson County Commission to provide economical and efficient access to public records as provided under the Tennessee Public Records Act (“TPRA”) in Tenn. Code Ann. § 10-7-501, et seq. download policy & request form here The Public Records Request Coordinator for Johnson County is Sheila Caldwell. Requests to inspect public records may be submitted orally or in writing. Requests for copies of public records must be submitted in writing using the Public Records Request Form. Download a copy of the Public Records Policy and Request Form. Johnson County Mayor c/o Amanda Hall – email Public Records Request Coordinator 222 W. Main Street Mountain City, TN 37683 423-727-9696 Under state law, the County Clerk serves as the clerk of the county’s legislative body (County Commission). As such, they are tasked with all of the administrative duties related to the Commission, such as the recording of minutes, publishing of agendas, and providing adequate public notice of meetings. If you have questions regarding when and where meeting notices and agendas are posted, you need to contact the office of County Clerk Tammie Fenner. You can reach her office by email or by calling 423-727-9633. All documents are in PDF format and require a viewer to open the file. 2026 PUBLIC NOTICES & AGENDAS AGENDA PACKET: Planning Commission Meeting - January 12, 2026 AGENDA PACKET: Budget Committee & County Commission Meeting - January 15, 2026 AMENDED AGENDA : Budget Committee & County Commission Meeting - January 15, 2026 AGENDA PACKET: Joint ECD Meeting - January 26, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : County Commission Workshop - January 26, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : Joint ECD Meeting - February 9, 2026 PUBLIC NOTICE: Johnson County Commission Workshop - February 9, 2026 PUBLIC NOTICE : Beer Commission - February 17, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : Budget Committee & County Commission Meeting - February 19, 2026 AGENDA PACKET: Planning Commission Meeting - March 2, 2026 AGENDA PACKET: Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting - March 18, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : Budget Committee & County Commission Meeting - March 19, 2026 AMENDED PACKET : Budget Committee & County Commission Meeting - March 19, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting - March 24, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : Budget Committee & County Commission Meeting - April 16, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : Budget Committee & County Commission Meeting - May 21, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : Budget Committee & County Commission Meeting - June 18, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : County Commission Meeting - July 16, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : County Commission Meeting - August 20, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : Budget Committee & County Commission Meeting - September 17, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : Budget Committee & County Commission Meeting - October 15, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : Budget Committee & County Commission Meeting - November 19, 2026 AGENDA PACKET : Budget Committee & County Commission Meeting - December 17 2026 2026 COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES January 2026 February 2026 March 2026 April 2026 May 2026 June 2026 July 2026 August 2026 September 2026 October 2026 November 2026 December 2026 Find 2022 & 2023 archived records here . Find 2024 archived records here. Find 2025 archived records here. Please note that previous years predate the launch of the website and are not available electronically.