Kemp appointed to fill vacant Road Superintendent Seat

August 12, 2021
Micheal Kemp – Smith County Road Superintendent

On Monday night, August 9, the Smith County Commission appointed Michael Kemp as the new Smith County Road Superintendent. This appointment comes after the resignation of former Superintendent, Steve Coble in April.

Two individuals were nominated for the position at the July County Commission Meeting, Butch Shores and Michael Kemp. In July, the Commission asked each candidate a series of questions about their qualifications for the job.

Monday night, Michael Kemp received 16 votes from the Commission and Butch Shores received 5 votes.

Kemp will serve as the Road Superintendent until the next election, which is scheduled for August 2022.

Watch the full August County Commission Meeting below: