Tom Witherspoon

Tom Witherspoon is retiring as the water and sewer services director for the city of Johnson City after more than 44 years of public service. Witherspoon began his career with the city as a civil engineer in 1981. He was named assistant director of the water and sewer services department in 1982 and director in 1987. His last day will be Nov. 6, 2025. During his tenure, he has seen a period of significant growth and modernization in the department.