Ridgedale
Community
Association
RCA serves as the unified voice of the Ridgedale Community. Our mission is to ensure that our neighborhood grows sustainably, equitably, and responsibly for ALL residents.
The Ridgedale Community Association represents the residents and businesses of the Ridgedale Neighborhood in Chattanooga, TN 37404.
The Ridgedale Neighborhood is located between South Willow Street and the Ridge, from McCallie Avenue to Main Street.
Founded in 1887, and annexed into the city in 1913, Ridgedale is one of Chattanooga's oldest neighborhoods with a history rich in culture, commerce, and industry.
Ridgedale is located in City Council District 9, represented by Councilman Ron Elliott. Click here to learn more about Chattanooga's City Council.
2026 Schedule of Events
Community Meetings
Meetings are held at Redbud on the 4th Thursday of each month, and we love featuring other neighborhood businesses throughout the year!
Local Business Highlights
We’re currently booking local business spotlights. Check back here soon, and if you have a suggestion, send it our way.
Neighborhood Amenities and Services
Curbside Trash Collection: Every Friday (click here for more info)
Curbside Recycling: Every other Tuesday (started January 7, 2025 for the current year)
Bulky Item Pickup, Brush/Branches, Street Sweeping, Etc: Contact 311 (click here for more info)
NEW! Ridgedale residents are eligible for free curbside composting & glass recycling through a trial partnership between the city, NewTerra Compost, and Overlooked Materials.
Parks: Watkins Street Park (pictured), 2411 E 12th Street
Parks: BlueCross Healthy Place at Highland Park, 1805 Anderson Avenue
Parks: Montague Park and Sculpture Fields, 1800 Polk Street
Ridgedale Businesses
Live, work and play in the coolest neighborhood in town!
Ridgedale Schools
East Side Elementary
