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Parsons City Council Holds Regular Meeting with Public Comment Session

The Parsons City Council meets tonight, January 5, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the Parsons Municipal Building with a public comment period opening at 5:45 PM. The meeting is an opportunity for residents to observe and weigh in on local decisions that affect city services, budgeting, and community planning.

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Parsons City Council Holds Regular Meeting with Public Comment Session
Source: decaturcountytn.gov

The Parsons City Council will convene for its regular board meeting this evening at 6:00 PM in the Parsons Municipal Building at 535 Tennessee Ave South, Parsons, Tenn. 38363. The City opens a public comment period at 5:45 PM, and members of the community are invited to attend and address the board during that time.

Tonight’s session follows the city’s standard meeting schedule for municipal governance. Regular meetings provide the council with a forum to consider ordinances, budgetary items, contracts, public works projects, and other matters that directly shape daily life in Parsons. For residents, these proceedings are where policy decisions are made that influence local services such as road maintenance, water and sewer operations, and public safety priorities.

Accessibility and inclusivity measures are in place for tonight’s meeting. The Parsons Municipal Center is handicap accessible, and the city affirms it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, or national origin. Any person with a disability who requires accommodation is asked to contact Mayor Tim David Boaz at (731) 847-6358 prior to the meeting time to arrange appropriate access.

Council agendas and supporting documents are available online at the City of Parsons website, cityofparsons.com, enabling residents to review the items scheduled for consideration ahead of the meeting. The city’s routine posting of agendas and notices offers transparency and allows voters to prepare comments or questions for council members.

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Public attendance at council meetings is a direct avenue for civic engagement and accountability. Participation during the 5:45 PM comment period gives residents an official opportunity to raise concerns, request follow-up from elected officials, and influence the local policy agenda. For those unable to attend in person, the city website may provide additional information on meeting proceedings and future meeting dates.

Tonight’s meeting continues the City of Parsons’ regular governance cycle and presents a practical moment for neighbors to observe decision-making, offer input, and stay informed about issues that affect the community’s daily operations and long-term planning.

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