The organization of Johnson County took place in 1836 and was named for Thomas Johnson, a leading citizen of Carter County and an early settler on the Doe River. History of Johnson County In 1761, Daniel Boone came through the area that is now Johnson County. There were two early settlements in the area in the late 1760’s and the 1770’s. One settlement was known as “The Trade Gap”, which was a trading post for Indians and traders, in the south east side of the county. This community is now known as Trade . The other early settlement was on Roane Creek, near the confluence with the Watauga River. Other settlements were made soon after further up Roane Creek and on Little Doe. The organization of Johnson County took place in 1836 and was named for Thomas Johnson, a leading citizen of Carter County and an early settler on the Doe River. Johnson County was created from parts of Carter County, because of the long distance to travel to the county seat in Elizabethton. The first session of the county court was begun and held at the Pleasant Grove School House on May 2, 1836. In October of 1836, the county commissioners were given authority to contract for the building of a court house. It took about a year to complete the structure. Two years later the jail was completed. In 1836, the county seat was originally named Taylorsville in honor of Colonel James Taylor. The name was changed to Mountain City in the 1885, to reflect it being in one of the highest valleys in Tennessee. Because the county was so remote, the railroads did not reach the area until the early 1900’s. The arrival of the railroads greatly influenced the development of the timber and manganese mining industries. Learn more about our rich heritage by visiting the Johnson County Museum in Mountain City and the Museum of Butler !

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. 2025 PUBLIC NOTICES & AGENDAS NOTICE & AGENDA: Budget Committee Meeting - January 16, 2025 AGENDA PACKET: County Commission Meeting - January 16, 2025 NOTICE: Planning Commission Meeting - February 10, 2025 NOTICE & AGENDA : Budget Committee Meeting - February 20, 2025 AGENDA PACKET: County Commission Meeting - February 20, 2025 NOTICE: Disabled Access Committee Meeting - February 24, 2025 AGENDA PACKET: Joint ECD Meeting - March 4, 2025 NOTICE & AGENDA : Beer Commission Meeting - March 10, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : Planning Commission Meeting - March 10, 2025 NOTICE & AGENDA : Budget Committee Meeting - March 20, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : County Commission Meeting - March 20, 2025 NOTICE & AGENDA : Beer Commission Meeting - April 14, 2025 NOTICE & AGENDA: Budget Committee Meeting - April 17, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : County Commission Meeting - April 17, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : County Commission Meeting - May 15, 2025 AMENDED AGENDA : County Commission Meeting - May 15, 2025 NOTICE & AGENDA : Budget Committee Meeting - June 19, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : County Commission Meeting - June 19, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : County Commission Meeting - July 17, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : Joint ECD Meeting Meeting - August 19, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : Solid Waste Committee Meeting - August 19, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : Johnson County Commission Meeting - August 21, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : Planning Commission Meeting - September 8, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : Johnson County Budget & Commission Meeting - September 18, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : Johnson County Commission Meeting - October 16, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : Joint ECD Committee Meeting - November 10, 2025 AGENDA PACKET : Planning Commission Committee - November 10, 2025 AGENDA PACKET: Johnson County Budget & Commission Meeting - November 20, 2025 AGENDA: Beer Commission Meeting - November 24, 2025 AGENDA: Solid Waste Committee Meeting - December 15, 2025 AGENDA: Parks & Recreation Committee - December 15, 2025 AGENDA: Beer Committee Meeting - December 15, 2025 AGENDA : Budget Committee Meeting - December 18, 2025 AGENDA : County Commission Meeting - December 18, 2025 AGENDA : Special Called Commission Meeting - December 31, 2025 2025 COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES January 2025 February 2025 March 2025 April 2025 May 2025 June 2025 July 2025 August 2025 September 2025 October 2025 November 2025 December 2025 Find 2022 & 2023 archived records here . Find 2024 archived records here. Please note that previous years predate the launch of the website and are not available electronically.

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.

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.

New to Johnson County Tennessee? This quick directory will help you learn about local services, programs and resources to help you settle in! Newcomer Information Welcome to your new home in beautiful Johnson County, Tennessee! The following directory should provide the basic information you need to help you get settled. If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 423-727-9696 for assistance. UTILITIES Electricity: Mountain City Electric . . . phone | 423-727-1800 Carderview Utility District - Butler . . . phone |423-768-2527 Propane Gas: Amerigas . . . phone | 423-246-6158 Freeman Gas . . . phone | 423-727-2597 Marsh LP Gas . . . phone | 423-727-0005 Water/Sewage . . . phone | 423-727-8005 Septic Systems: Johnson City Environmental Field Office . . . 423-854-5400 Cable / Streaming Television: DirectTV DISH Spectrum Internet Providers: Skyline Skybest Spectrum Viasat HughesNet CenturyLink Telephone / Cell Providers: AT&T Spectrum CenturyLink Verizon BURN PERMIT INFORMATION 877-350-2876 or visit BurnSafeTN.org FOOD STAMP (SNAP), FAMILIES FIRST, CHILD CARE CERTIFICATION, MEDICAID AND TENNCARE Department of Human Services . . . phone | 423-727-7704 FUNERAL HOMES Hux & Lipford Funeral Home . . . phone | 423-727-9221 Mountain City Funeral Home . . . phone | 423-727-9700 HOSPITAL / MEDICAL CARE Johnson County Health Department . . . phone | 423-727-9731 Ballad Health - Mountain City . . . phone | 423-727-6674 PROPERTY ASSESSOR Matthew Lewis . . . phone | 423-727-7692 Johnson County, Tennessee, does not currently require a building permit. Our only requirement for new structures/additions are a septic permit and an electric permit. Therefore, we do have a Certificate of Occupancy. Download Building Code information here. Please note: We do not have a Zoning Department. PUBLIC LIBRARY Johnson County Public Library . . . phone | 423-727-6544 SENIOR CARE & PROGRAMS Johnson County Senior Center . . . phone | 423-727-8883 SCHOOLS Johnson County Board of Education . . . phone | 423-727-2640 UNITED POSTAL SERVICES LOCATIONS 211 Piercetown Rd - Butler 216 College Street - Mountain City 136 Highway 133 - Shady Valley 164 Highway 67N - Trade VEHICLE LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS Johnson County Clerk . . . phone | 423-727-9633 Johnson County Courthouse - First Floor VETERANS AFFAIRS Johnson County Veterans Affairs . . . phone | 423-727-7929 VOA Honor Support for Veteran Families - download flyer VOTER INFORMATION Johnson County Board of Elections . . . phone | 423-727-8592 Mountain City is the largest town in the county and serves as the county seat. The county is governed by a Board of Commissioners and a county mayor. There are (8) voting districts in the county represented by 15 Commissioners. The county is located within Tennessee’s 1st congressional district. Mayor of Mountain City: Jerry Jordan email: jjordan@mountaincitytn.org phone: (423) 727-7238 Town Hall: 210 S Church Street Mountain City, TN 37683 phone: 423-727-8005 website: MountainCity.org Contact City Officials JOHNSON COUNTY CHURCHES Butler Baptist Church - Butler Little Milligan Baptist Church - Butler Dyson Grove Baptist Church - Butler Sugar Grove Baptist Church - Butler Faith Gospel Church - Laurel Bloomery Stateline Baptist Church - Laurel Bloomery A Local Gathering - Mountain City A ntioch Baptist Church - Mountain City Calvary Baptist Church - Mountain City Central Baptist Church - Mountain City Church Hammons Chapel - Mountain City Community Church of Mountain City Covenant Bible Church - Mountain City Dewey Christian Church - Mountain City First Apostolic Church of Mountain City First Baptist Church - Mountain City First Christian Church - Mountain City First Freewill Baptist Church - Mountain City First United Methodist Church - Mountain City Heavenly Light Baptist Church - Mountain City Mountain City Baptist Church Mountain City Church of Christ Mountain City Presbyterian Church Mountain City Seventh Day Adventist Church Nelson Chapel Family Life Center - Mountain City Pine Grove Baptist Church - Mountain City Pleasant Grove Baptist Church - Mountain City Rainbow Baptist Church - Mountain City Rainbow Mennonite Church - Mountain City Roan Creek Baptist Church - Mountain City Saint Anthony Catholic Church - Mountain City Southside Freewill Baptist Church Blacklight Ministries - Mountain City Valley View United Methodist Church - Mountain City Victory Chapel - Mountain City Crandull Church of Christ - Shady Valley Harmon Chapel Christian Church - Shady Valley Shady Valley Church of Christ - Shady Valley Evergreen Baptist Church - Trade Are we missing a Johnson County Church? Please let us know! COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS A.C.T.I.O.N. Coalition . . . phone | 423-727-0780 Connections . . . phone | 727-426-3093 First Christian Church . . . phone | 423-727-9151 Hale Community Ministries . . . phone | 423-727-1521 Helping Others . . . phone | 423-471-0381 Johnson County Community Center . . . 423-727-2942 Johnson County Emergency Heating Fund for Seniors . . . phone | 423-727-5726 Johnson County Humane Society . . . phone | 423-727-4665 Johnson County Lions Club . . . phone | 423-727-8817 Johnson County Parents Coalition . . . phone | 423-297-6875 Johnson County Safe Haven . . . phone | 423-727-0201 Johnson County Senior Center . . . phone | 423-727-8883 Johnson County VFW Post 6908 and Post 6908 Auxiliary Little Milligan Care & Share Program . . . phone | 423-768-2681 Neighborhood Service Center . . . phone | 423-727-6633 Pregnancy Support Center of Johnson County . . . phone | 423-727-4091 Rescue D.O.G. & End of Life Sanctuary . . . phone | 423-956-2564 St. Anthony's Catholic Church . . . phone | 423-440-4159 Safe Haven of Johnson County . . . email Note: Information provided through our website does not imply endorsement or advertisement of any services. Information may change without notice.

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 > FIND YOUR POLLING LOCATION DOWNLOAD UNOFFICIAL RESULTS - MAY 5, 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 Current Johnson County Elected Officials Candidate Information Voter Information Election Results About the Johnson County Election Commission This page is best viewed on a desktop or tablet. State & County Primary Election – May 5, 2026 An election will be held in all voting precincts of Johnson County, Tennessee on: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM The Central Counting Board will meet at 4:00 PM on Election Day at the Johnson County Election Commission Office to count and certify early and absentee votes . Find Your Polling Location District / Precinct Location Address 1A / Laurel: Laurel Elementary School | 300 Gentry Creek Rd | Laurel Bloomery 1B / Cold Springs: Liberty Christian Church Fellowship Hall | 405 Liberty Church Rd | Mountain City 2 / Forge/Shouns: Mosier Building (former National Guard Armory) | 1923 S. Shady St | Mountain City 3A /Trade: Trade Community Center | 228 Modock Rd | Trade 3B / Neva: Roan Creek Elementary School | 2410 Roan Creek Rd | Mountain City 4A / Dry Run: Dry Run Volunteer Fire Dept. | 5646 Big Dry Run R | Butler 4B / Butler: Masonic Lodge | 138 Rainbolt St | Butler 5 / Doe: Doe Elementary School | 7164 Hwy 67 W | Mountain City 6 / Shady: Shady Rock School | 423 Hwy 133 | Shady Valley 7 / City: Johnson County High School (Commons Area) | 290 Fairground Hill | Mountain City POLLING LOCATIONS

Location, contact information and links for the Johnson County TN Senior Center located in Mountain City. CALL 423-460-6012 FOR INFORMATION OR SERVICE MyRide is a transportation program for the seniors 60+ of Johnson County, TN. We have well trained and background checked volunteer drivers. The transportation can be for anything from grocery shopping to hair dresser or pharmacy etc. Call us if you need rides and can ambulate on your own or using a walker or cane (no wheelchairs). We are always accepting new qualifying riders or volunteer drivers. The funding for this project was provided by a grant awarded by the Davidson County Chancery Court, Part III from the Senior Trust/Elder Trust Settlement (Case No. 11-1548-111) and through a contract administered by the Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability. Follow MyRide Johnson County on Facebook ! Johnson County Senior Center 128 College Street | Mountain City, Tennessee Phone: 423-727-8883 Visit their website here ! Click for Senior Center Facebook Page Hours 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM WATCH OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE!

Location and contact information for the Johnson County TN Library. Johnson County Library 219 N Church Street Mountain City, TN 37683 Phone: 423-727-6544 Visit Website

Johnson County is home to many great protected natural resources which have driven the growth in our Tourism sector. We are known as mountain and lake country, since our county consists of four mountains, three valleys and one big lake. Johnson County Tourism This is a great time to become part of the growing Tourism market in Johnson County. Please visit our new Tourism Website and follow us on our Facebook page ! Local and community events will continue to be promoted, for FREE, on this website. Have questions? Email us ! Thinking of establishing a campground or RV park in Johnson County? Find out what you need to do before you start! The Johnson County contact person for TN Campground Regulations and permits, including primitive campgrounds is: Grayson Krtausch Grayson.krtausch@tn.gov 423.279.1616 Johnson County is blessed with an abundance of protected natural resources that continue to fuel the growth of our tourism economy. Known as “mountain and lake country,” our landscape is defined by four mountains, three valleys, and one spectacular lake — creating a setting that is both scenic and adventure-ready. Visitors and residents alike enjoy a wide range of outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, fishing, paddling, camping, ATV riding, and motorcycle touring. From the pristine waters of Watauga Lake to the expansive trails of Doe Mountain Recreation Area, our goal is to preserve, protect, and promote these natural treasures for generations to come. Johnson County is also proudly recognized as the birthplace of Bluegrass music — a heritage that continues to shape our cultural identity today. Take a stroll through beautiful downtown Mountain City, where a series of vibrant murals tell the story of our rich musical legacy. Pick up a walking tour map on the front porch of the Johnson County Center for the Arts, or download a printable PDF to begin exploring at your own pace. Our signature attractions include Watauga Lake, a pristine mountain lake known for boating, fishing, paddling, and a wide variety of water sports, and the Doe Mountain Recreation Area, offering 8,600 acres of scenic mountain terrain with multi-use adventure trails for off-road vehicles, hiking, and outdoor exploration. We are also home to The Snake 421, one of the region’s premier motorcycle and sports car touring routes, featuring thrilling curves and breathtaking Appalachian views. Johnson County is proudly designated as part of an American Viticultural Area (AVA), recognizing our region’s unique geographic and climate characteristics ideal for producing high-quality wine grapes. This designation supports continued growth of our local wine industry, highlighted by a beautiful vineyard that supplies exceptional grapes to two area wineries and strengthens our emerging agritourism economy.

Contact information, form, local weather and media links for Johnson County TN. Johnson County Courthouse and Elected Officials Directory. Access Phone Directory Here Circuit Court Clerk ......... 423-727-9012 Clerk & Master ............... 423-727-7853 County Clerk Office ........ 423-727-9633 Election Commission .......423-727-8592 Health Department .........423-727-9731 Highway Department ..... 423-727-7851 Johnson County Airport ... 423-727-1223 Litter Control ................. 423-501-1005 Register of Deeds .......... 423-727-7841 Trustee ....................... 423-727-9062 Veterans Affairs ........... 423-727-7929 Youth Services Officer ... 423-727-9486 Let's Connect! Larry Potter, Johnson County Mayor Johnson County Courthouse 222 West Main Street Mountain City, TN. 37683 (423) 727-9696 Access Phone Directory Here Submit your questions via the form below or email us at jococontactus@gmail.com. Your inquiry will be forwarded to the department to address your question. First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

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 !