Resources

    • School Board: District 6 - Ben Connor

    • County Commission: District 6 - David Sharpe

    • City Council: District 2 - Jenny Hill

    • TN State House: District 26 - Greg Martin; District 27 - Patsy Hazlewood

    • TN Senate: District 11 - Bo Watson

    • United States House: District 3 of TN - Chuck Fleischmann

  • Collection Method: Residents can schedule a pickup for brush, bulk trash or bagged yard waste by contacting the 311 Call Center:

    1. Call 311 Dial during business hours to arrange collection or email 311@chattanooga.gov. You can also download the 311 app on your phone.

    2. Provide Information: Give your name, address, and details about the items.

    3. Schedule Pickup: Arrange a collection time within approximately 8 working days.

    4. Prepare for Pickup: Follow city guidelines for placement and readiness of items.

    Guidelines:

    • Qualification: Service is available only for residents, not businesses or landlords.

    • Accepted Items for Bulky Waste: Ensure no mixing with household garbage, railroad ties, treated wood, or brush.

    • Reminder for Brush: Assemble brush at one location on your property.

    • Placement: Items should be placed near the curb, away from obstacles like parking areas, sidewalks, or drainage clean-outs. Keep brush separate from other items and at least 5 feet away from cars, mailboxes, and other objects. Avoid placing brush over water meters or under low-hanging wires. Do not place brush in alleyways.

    Additional Tips:

    • Safety: Avoid approaching collection trucks for safety reasons.

    • Follow Up: Contact 311 for any issues with scheduled pickups.

    Under the new system, you will receive an estimated pickup time within 1-8 business days after your request.

    https://chattanooga.gov/public-works/city-wide-services

  • Crisis Lifeline

    Mobile Crisis Services: Not for life threatening emergencies (call 911 for those) but for professional help 

    • 855-CRISIS-1; 855-274-7471 (Adults or Youth)

    Crisis Co-Response Unit: pairs a crisis intervention trained officer and a licensed mental health professional as a priority response unit for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. We provide on-scene de-escalation, crisis assessment and determination, safety planning, involuntary emergency evaluation or admission if the client meets specified criteria, resources, and short-term follow-up. Response hours are M 10am-8pm, Tue-Th 10am-12am, and Fridays 2pm-12am. 

    • Call non-emergency dispatch at 423-698-2525 and request the "Crisis Co-Response Unit" or "CH 560 or 561."

    Animal Crisis Services: Contact McKamey Animal Center at (423) 305-6500 or hello@mckameyanimalcenter.org