You don’t need a permit for a recreational campfire — but burning brush does require one.
Hamilton County’s burning ban ended at the start of this month, which means burn season is back. If you’ve got brush or vegetation piling up on your property, you can now apply for a seasonal burn permit through the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Air Pollution Control Bureau.
Costs + who needs one
$60 | People who live inside the city limits of Chattanooga, Collegedale, East Ridge, Red Bank, or Ridgeside. These permits also require an inspection from a Bureau investigator.
$10 | People who live in all other parts of Hamilton County.
How to get a permit
Online | Click the green “Pay Online” button on the APCB website.
By mail | Fill out the City or County application (depending on where you live) online and mail it in with a check or money order.
In person | Go to 2034 Hamilton Place Blvd., Suite 300, fill out the application, and pay on-site.
Red Bank officials are determining how a ~$762,000 revenue shortfall will impact the city’s current budget execution after a tax rate error was discovered. The Hamilton County Property Tax Assessor’s office admitted the miscalculation, which set the city’s tax rate too low. Red Bank is now working on a mitigation plan. (News Channel 9)
Development
First Baptist Church in Chattanooga is moving forward with plans to build 47 affordable one-bedroom apartments for older adults on its parking lot. The church was accepted into a national program providing funding and planning support. It will soon start looking for developers to bring the project to life. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Announced
Rodeos and lumberjacks and pies, oh my. The Little Debbie Hamilton County Fair has released its jam-packed schedule for Friday, Nov. 7 through Sunday, Nov. 9. Grab your tickets and I’ll see you at Old McDonald’s Farm. (WDEF)
Community
Chattanooga City Council approved funding for pilot curbside composting and glass recycling programs. While District 5 opted out of the pilot after Councilman Dennis Clark cited ongoing public works delays, NewTerra — which will handle compost pickup — says the program won’t strain city services. Yellow bins will roll out soon in participating districts. (News Channel 9)
Job
Ice on the Landing returns to the First Horizon Pavilion on Saturday, Nov. 22, and they could use some help setting up and working at the rink. The shifts are flexible and the job could last up to 10 weeks. If you’re interested, apply now.
Active
Last night’s Thursday Night Football matchup was only the second game in NFL history to feature two quarterbacks over the age of 40. Maybe those professional athlete dreams are still alive. A local adult rec league could be your first stop en route to the Hall of Fame.
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Check out unique sculptures like this one at the Sculpture Fields at Montague Park. | Photo by Chattanooga Tourism Co.
If you’re looking for something to do that doesn’t break the bank, we’re here for you, Chattanooga. Here are some free things to do around town. Sculpture Fields at Montague Park | This 33-acre outdoor gallery is filled with dozens of large sculptures, picnic pavilions, and walking paths. Bonus: It’s also dog-friendly and offers great views of Lookout Mountain.
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Most of the time, the Creative Discovery Museum is for kids. But on Friday, Oct. 24 from 7 to 10 p.m., it’s for adults 21+ to become mad scientists. Tickets are now on sale for Drink & Discover: Mad Science. Where else can you sip on a test tube cocktail and conduct spooky experiments? If you’re intrigued, I would get tickets now. The museum says prices will go up on Monday.
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