The 2020 School Budget - Take Action Today!

We are on the brink of a historic improvement in our public schools here in Hamilton County. For the next 12 days the county commission will be debating whether or not to adopt Superintendent Dr. Bryan Johnson's budget proposal.

The budget proposal boosts funding for special education, it includes teacher raises to make Hamilton County competitive with surrounding communities, it provides opportunities for every student to earn five courses toward a diploma or certificate, and many other key investments in for our public schools.

We need you to help support our students, educators, and schools by letting your elected officials know you support Dr. Johnson's 2020 budget. Here are three ways that you can help right now:
1. Contact Your County Commissioner!

• Find your Commissioner
• Or call: 423-209-7200

2. Write a Letter to the Editor

• Your letter should be 200 words or less and should include your name, address, and phone number (only name and city will be printed).
• Email your letter to one of the following:
  • Chattanooga Times-Free Press: letters@timesfreepress.com
  • Chattanoogan.com: news@chattanoogan.com

3. Attend a County Commission Meeting to Show Support

• The Commission meets on Wednesday at 625 Georgia Ave downtown. The next two meetings will be critical to helping the budget pass.
  • The next meeting to speak will be on Wednesday, June 19th at 9:30 AM.
    • Remember, anyone can speak for up to 3 minutes, no sign-up required!
  • The final vote will happen on Wednesday, June 26 at 9:30 AM.