The County Commission serves as the legislative branch of the County government. Lincoln County is divided
into eight districts, with total of 24 commissioners, three in each district. County Commissioners are elected
in the regular August election for a four-year term beginning September 1, after the election. Commissioners
must be: (1) over eighteen; (2) citizen of the United States and Tennessee; (3) residents of the state, county,
district, or circuit for the period required by state law. At least four regular meetings per year must be held.
The County Commission chair is elected annually by a majority of the Commissioners. The County Executive or a
majority of legislative body members may call a special meeting with adequate public notice. The County Commission
provides a proper and open forum for public policy debates and annually adopts a property tax rate and budget.
Currently, regular monthly meetings are scheduled for the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
in the Circuit Court Room.