Retire Claiborne County
Why Retire in Claiborne County?
- The county offers a peaceful rural atmosphere with the convenience of urban areas nearby
- You can enjoy the natural beauty of Norris Lake nestled in scenic mountains
- The challenge of a Golf Course
- Historic Cumberland Gap
- Lincoln Memorial University, Events and Library
- A mild climate that allows almost year round outdoor recreation
- Shopping and entertainment only a short drive to Knoxville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and The Great Smoky Mountains
Mission Statement: The mission of the Claiborne County Retiree Recruitment Committee is to actively commit to promote and market the area to attract retires to Claiborne County as an aid to enhance the local economy.
Retiree Recruitment: An increasing portion of the population is becoming migrating retirees. Attracting retirees is recognized as an important industry – one whose benefits are so great that many states are competing vigorously for it. Recognizing this, a committee was formed to focus on the economic enhancement of Claiborne County Through the promotion of retiree attraction as an economic development strategy.
Committee Members
Dave Kennedy, Chair
Betsy Maples, Secretary
Tina McQueen
Vickie Oakes
Glenn Bowling
Dennis Shipley
Juanita Honeycutt
Norm Lorman
Larry Sharp
Zeka Brooks
Community Assessment for Retirement
Visit our Website (http://retireeasttennessee.com/)
Meetings
When – Quarterly
Where – Chamber of Commerce Office
Contact – 423-626-4149
