The Sevierville Police Department is joining other law enforcement agencies across the country with a new program called #9PM Routine.

SPD is using their Facebook and Twitter social media accounts to remind residents and visitors of the importance of removing valuables from their vehicles and ensuring that their vehicle is locked every night. By making this a habit, we can reduce the chance of being burglarized. The program will also emphasize the importance of securing your home each night.

During the early summer, late fall and occasionally throughout the year, SPD will post reminders at 9PM on social media to:



·        Remove valuables from your vehicle

·        Take your keys

·        Lock your vehicle

·        Lock your home.

“Taking these simple steps each and every night could be the difference in being a burglary victim or not,” said SPD Chief Joe Manning. Please join us and let’s make it a nightly routine! Watch for the #9PM Routine posts on Facebook and Twitter .

The proposed City FY 2019 budget was passed on second reading at the Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting on June 4 at 6PM.

The annual budget must be passed on three readings. The third reading is scheduled to take place during the June 18 BMA meeting, at which time it will be considered for approval. The final workshop to discuss the budget will take place on June 18 @ 4PM.

To view the proposed budget draft and other related documents, click here.

Have you ever wanted to know more about our great hometown? Now is your chance! Get to Know Sevierville Walking Tours will get you on your feet and provide you with just about everything there is to know about our wonderful city and how your local government serves you.

 

The next free tour is on Wednesday, June 27 @ 10AM. Tours will include visits to City buildings and facilities, as well as information on City services, recreational opportunities, and City history. Lunch is on us!

Walkers may want to bring a water bottle, camera (or smart phone) and wear comfortable walking shoes. To register or learn more, contact Kelly DeBord @ 868-0953 or kdebord@seviervilletn.org .

A recent tour gathers for lunch at the Fire Department.

The Sevierville Fire Department was recently presented with some beautiful artwork from the Sevierville Intermediate School.

 

The art was created by the SIS Art Club and will be displayed in the fire station. Everyone is welcome to stop by for a look anytime!

Thanks again Art Club students and teachers!

The Sevierville Fire and Police Departments offer FREE child car safety seat inspections throughout the year.

Despite good intentions, over 90% of child car safety seats are improperly installed. In fact, over 40% of child fatalities in traffic accidents are due to improperly installed child car safety seats. Certified officers and firefighters are available to perform inspections of the seats, demonstrate proper installation techniques and offer general assistance. Also, through past child car safety seat checks,we have learned that many child car safety seats are no longer safe due to past accidents, the age of the seat, manufacturer recalls or missing parts.

We are committed to keeping our children safe, so when we determine that a child car safety seat is unsafe, we will provide a new seat to parents who cannot otherwise afford a replacement.

Parents, please join us in this effort to keep our children as safe as possible while riding in a car. Call 865-453-5507 (SPD) or 865-453-9276 (SFD) to ensure a technician is available before arriving.

With the Fourth of July holiday approaching, the City of Sevierville would like to remind residents and visitors that shooting fireworks without a permit is not permitted within the City limits. This ordinance is in effect throughout the year.

 

Sevierville Fire Chief Matt Henderson and Police Chief Joe Manning say that while they want residents and visitors to enjoy the holiday, they hope it will be celebrated in a safe manner. They note that fireworks are banned in the City because of the potential dangers of personal injury and fires.

The next regular meeting of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen will be Monday, June 18 @ 6PM.

Upcoming Budget Workshop:

June 18 @ 4PM.

All meetings will be held at the Sevierville Civic Center. Click here to view BMA Meeting and Workshop agendas and minutes.