Knox County · Board of Commissioners
On December 18, 2023, the Knox County, TN Board of Commissioners recorded 65 published decisions. Each links to its place in the official minutes.
Official minutes (PDF) →Our summary — not the record
The Knox County Board of Commissioners approved funding for storm disaster relief, accepted several grants for schools, and authorized various construction and service contracts. They also adopted a Parks and Recreation Master Plan and updated the fee schedule. Additionally, the board approved several rezoning requests, including for residential and commercial developments.
Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.
AMENDMENT TO THE AGENDA: At this time Commissioner Durrett requested a moment of personal privilege to recognize the members of Leadership Knoxville 2024 Class.
No published motion on this item.
DEVOTIONAL: Commissioner Frazier gave the Devotional.
No published motion on this item.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG: Commissioner Lundy led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
No published motion on this item.
AMENDMENT TO THE AGENDA: At this time, Commissioner Schoonmaker requested a Moment of Silence to honor the passing of Dr. Clarence Sexton.
No published motion on this item.
AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA: Commissioner Jay moved to amend the agenda to add the following items: Item #12 – Resolution R-23-12-301 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Amendment to Contract No. 23-751 with Helen Ross McNabb Center for Employee Psychological Services for the Knox County Sheriff's Office to incorporate a pricing schedule; Item #26 – Resolution R-23-12-806 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of funding from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) for the provision of public assistance pursuant to Presidential Disaster Declaration Number FEMA 4742-DR-TN not to exceed an amount of $1,000,000.00 for the August 7, 2023 storm disaster that resulted in damages from high winds and tornadic activity. (A matching requirement of 12.5 percent will apply to all eligible costs approved by TEMA for the provision of public assistance for this storm); Item #33 – Resolution R-23-12-910 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, supporting legislation regarding the practices of ratings agencies operating in Tennessee; and Item #55 – Discussion and approval of the May 2024 dates for Commission Work Session and Regular Session meetings. Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.
Motion to amend the agenda to add specific items
Moved by Larsen Jay · seconded by Courtney Durrett
AMEND THE AGENDA: Commissioner Jay moved to amend the agenda to defer the following items to the January 2024 meeting: Item #48 – Resolution R-23-12-805 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an interlocal agreement between Knox County and the Industrial Development Board related to the Axle Logistics property swap for $1.4 million. The amount in question will be paid through designations and included in the FY'25 Capital Improvement Plan; and Item #50 – Resolution R-23-12-904 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant in the amount of $357,000.00 for the purchase of additional voting machines. Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.
Motion to amend the agenda to defer specific items
Moved by Larsen Jay · seconded by Courtney Durrett
AMEND THE AGENDA: Commissioner Jay moved to amend the agenda to defer the following item to the February 2024 meeting: Item #53 – Ordinance O-23-12-104 - Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending the Knox County Code, Chapter 66, "Utilities", by adding a new Section 66-2 to provide for the Removal of Inactive, Broken, or Replaced Utility Poles. (Knox County Code, Chapter 66, Article I, establishing Sec. 66-2, previously reserved)(First Reading). Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.
Motion to amend the agenda to defer a specific item
Moved by Larsen Jay · seconded by Courtney Durrett
AMEND THE AGENDA: Commissioner Jay moved to amend the agenda to defer the following item to the March 2024 meeting: Item #47 – Resolution R-23-12-804 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending the Bylaws of the Knox County Disability Advisory Council. Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.
Motion to amend the agenda to defer a specific item
Moved by Larsen Jay · seconded by Courtney Durrett
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH KNOXVILLE EXPO CENTER, LLC FOR USE OF EXHIBIT HALL SPACE FOR THE 2024 KNOX COUNTY SCHOOLS NUTRITION FOOD SHOW AT A COST OF $8,112.00.00
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-201
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH GALLAHER AND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR THE PROVISION OF WIRELESS CLOCK SYSTEMS FOR UP TO $100,000.00 ANNUALLY FOR THE TERM OF DECEMBER 1, 2023 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2024, WHICH MAY BE EXTENDED FOR FOUR (4) ADDITIONAL YEARS.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-202
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH STOOKSBURY CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE PROVISION OF EXCAVATION SERVICES FOR UP TO $100,000.00 ANNUALLY FOR THE TERM OF DECEMBER 1, 2023 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2024, WHICH MAY BE EXTENDED FOR FOUR (4) ADDITIONAL YEARS.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-203
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING AN INCREASE TO THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH KING CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC. UP TO $350,000.00 FOR CONSTRUCTION AT LINCOLN PARK CENTER FOR THE NEWCOMER CENTER.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-204
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING AN INCREASE TO THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH MERIT CONSTRUCTION, INC. UP TO $40,000.00 FOR WORK IN EXCESS OF ORIGINAL PROJECT AT ADRIAN BURNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-205
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION SPECIAL EDUCATION PRESCHOOL GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,256,814.96
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-206
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION SUMMER LITERACY TRAINING STIPEND GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $171,000.00
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-207
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TITLE III IMMIGRANT GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $46,348.80
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-208
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS AND DONATIONS FOR THE KNOX COUNTY SCHOOLS AS SHOWN ON THE ATTACHED LIST AND IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $121,751.42
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-209
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPOINTING LOGAN HIGGINS, AIA TO THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF CONSTRUCTION APPEALS. (TERM EXPIRES DECEMBER 31, 2030)
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-111
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPOINTING COMMISSIONERS RHONDA LEE AND LARSEN JAY TO THE ARENA USE COMMITTEE. (TERMS EXPIRE DECEMBER 31, 2025)
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-112
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT NO. 23-751 WITH HELEN ROSS MCNABB CENTER FOR EMPLOYEE PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES FOR THE KNOX COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE TO INCORPORATE A PRICING SCHEDULE.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-301
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,560,718.50 WITH APAC-ATLANTIC, INC. FOR THE CARTER SCHOOLS SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-401
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING SUPPLEMENT 1 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH JMT FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING RIGHT-OF-WAY SERVICES FOR THE CLINTON HIGHWAY AND WEST BEAVER CREEK DRIVE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $49,625.00
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-402
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A CHANGE ORDER TO THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH CHARLES BLALOCK & SONS, INC. FOR THE SCHAAD ROAD PHASE 2 AND 3 PROJECT TO PROVIDE A SCHEDULE EXTENSION TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2024.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-403
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH HGS, LLC FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE PLUMB CREEK PARK STREAM ENHANCEMENT AS DESCRIBED IN BID #3481 IN THE AMOUNT OF $313,294.17 WITH $94,166.00 PROVIDED BY AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT FUNDING.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-404
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH UNITED WAY OF GREATER KNOXVILLE IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000.00 FOR EVICTION PREVENTION AND HOUSING STABILITY SERVICES. (FUNDED THROUGH TENNESSEE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (THDA) PASS-THROUGH U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE (ERA2) FUNDING)
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-501
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING AMENDMENT ONE TO A GRANT CONTRACT WITH THE TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FOR THE PROVISION OF SCHOOL BASED ORAL DISEASE PREVENTION SERVICES, WHICH AMENDMENT INCREASES THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF THE STATE UNDER THE GRANT CONTRACT BY $107,000.00 FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $627,000.00. (NO LOCAL MATCH REQUIRED)
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-601
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A GRANT CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $4,000,000.00 WITH THE TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FOR THE PROVISION OF DENTAL CARE SERVICES FOR UNINSURED ADULTS, NINETEEN THROUGH SIXTY-FOUR YEARS OF AGE, FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING JULY 1, 2023 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2024. (NO LOCAL MATCH REQUIRED)
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-602
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH E-Z-GO, A DIVISION OF TEXTRON INC., FOR AN ELECTRIC GOLF CART LEASE FROM OCTOBER 1, 2023 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2028 AT A TOTAL LEASE COST OF $1,204,274.76
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-701
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF THE SYSTEMWIDE PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-702
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF THE KNOX COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION FEE SCHEDULE, EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2024.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-703
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A LAND SWAP AGREEMENT WITH WALKER ENTERPRISES, LLC TO SWAP A 2.38 ACRE RIGHT-OF-WAY OWNED BY WALKER ENTERPRISES FOR A 2.62 ACRE PORTION OF UNUSED COUNTY PROPERTY AT BEVERLY PARK.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-801
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING TERM CONTRACTS WITH BARGE DESIGN SOLUTIONS, INC., JOHNSON, MIRMIRAN, & THOMPSON, INC., MBI COMPANIES, INC., AND ROBERT G. CAMPBELL & ASSOCIATES FOR THE PROVISION OF SURVEYING SERVICES.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-802
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING THE PARK CITY REDEVELOPMENT AND URBAN RENEWAL PLAN PREPARED BY KNOXVILLE'S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF FACILITATING THE REDEVELOPMENT OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2724, 2730, 2736 AND 2733 MAGNOLIA AVENUE, HAVING PARCEL IDS OF 082KC006 AND 082FS015, AND PROVIDING FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-803
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF FUNDING FROM THE TENNESSEE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY (TEMA) FOR THE PROVISION OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PURSUANT TO PRESIDENTIAL DISASTER DECLARATION NUMBER FEMA 4742-DR-TN NOT TO EXCEED AN AMOUNT OF $1,000,000.00 FOR THE AUGUST 7, 2023 STORM DISASTER THAT RESULTED IN DAMAGES FROM HIGH WINDS AND TORNADIC ACTIVITY. (A MATCHING REQUIREMENT OF 12.5 PERCENT WILL APPLY TO ALL ELIGIBLE COSTS APPROVED BY TEMA FOR THE PROVISION OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FOR THIS STORM)
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-806
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT IN THE ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF $417,678.00 WITH HCC LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY FOR STOP LOSS INSURANCE FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2024 AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2024.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-902
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING THE AMENDMENT AND RESTATEMENT OF THE SHERIFF'S TOTAL ACCUMULATION RETIREMENT PLAN AND THE KNOX COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFIT SYSTEM.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-903
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH OPENGOV, INC. FOR RENEWAL OF THE CARTEGRAPH PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $303,843.54 FOR YEAR ONE AND $312,958.85 FOR YEAR TWO.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-905
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE KNOX COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE EMPLOYEES' MERIT SYSTEM RULES AND REGULATIONS IN RULE 9.5 TO ALLOW A RIGHT OF GRIEVANCE FOR SUSPENSIONS OF ANY TIME LENGTH THAT RESULT IN A LOSS OF PAY.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-907
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE ASSOCIATED BUILDERS AND CONTRACTORS – GREATER TENNESSEE (ABC), TENNESSEE COLLEGE OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY KNOXVILLE (TCAT), AND KNOX COUNTY SCHOOLS (KCS) TO DEFINE THE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN KNOX COUNTY, ABC, TCAT, AND KCS AND THEIR SHARED USE OF THE SKILLED TRADES ACADEMY AND REGIONAL TRAINING (START) CENTER.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-908
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING THE NAMING OF THE NEW BRICKYARD ROAD/W. BEAVER CREEK DRIVE ROUNDABOUT AFTER PASTOR CLARENCE SEXTON OF TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-909
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, SUPPORTING LEGISLATION REGARDING THE PRACTICES OF RATINGS AGENCIES OPERATING IN TENNESSEE.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-910
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Richie Beeler
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, RECOGNIZING BELLA'S BLESSINGS FOR PARTNERING WITH EAST TENNESSEE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL TO SUPPORT FAMILIES WHO ARE UNEXPECTEDLY ADMITTED FOR ANY TYPE OF ILLNESS.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-101
Moved by Courtney Durrett · seconded by Dasha Lundy
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, HONORING KELLE SHULTZ UPON HER RETIREMENT FROM KNOXVILLE HABITAT FOR HUMANITY.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-102
Moved by Kim Frazier · seconded by John Schoonmaker
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, HONORING BRIAN BROOKS, JR. FOR EARNING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-103
Moved by Larsen Jay · seconded by Courtney Durrett
PRESENTATIONS: There were no Presentations.
No published motion on this item.
PUBLIC FORUM - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY: 1. Ms. Constance Every, concerned citizen, was present and spoke concerning Resolution R-23-12-206 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a Tennessee Department of Education Special Education Preschool Grant in the amount of $1,256,814.96; and Resolution R-23-12-301 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Amendment to Contract No. 23-751 with Helen Ross McNabb Center for Employee Psychological Services for the Knox County Sheriff's Office to incorporate a pricing schedule.
No published motion on this item.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: Consideration of approval of minutes from the previous meeting held on November 20, 2023 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Jay moved to approve the minutes from the previous meeting held on November 20, 2023. Commissioner Frazier seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.
Motion to approve minutes from previous meeting
Moved by Larsen Jay · seconded by Kim Frazier
DRIVES AND ROADS: Consideration of the acceptance of the following new county roads was before the Board of Commissioners: A. Deer Crossing Drive located in Ironwood Glen, District 6. B. Willow Leaf Lane located in Ironwood Glen, District 6. C. White Sycamore Lane located in Ironwood Glen, District 6. Commissioner Hill moved to approve the above new county roads. Commissioner Jay seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.
Motion to approve acceptance of new county roads
Moved by Terry Hill · seconded by Larsen Jay
CONSIDERATION OF THE CLOSURE OF A PORTION OF OLD DANDRIDGE STAGECOACH LN. LOCATED IN DISTRICT 8. THE PROPOSED NEW TERMINUS WILL BE APPROXIMATELY 25 FEET NORTHEAST OF THE SOUTHERNMOST INTERSECTING CORNER BETWEEN PROPERTY NOW BELONGING TO PIERCE (PARCEL ID 097-168) AND PROPERTY NOW BELONGING TO NICHOLS (PARCEL ID 084-224). (SECOND READING): Consideration of the closure of a portion of Old Dandridge Stagecoach Ln. located in District 8. The proposed new terminus will be approximately 25 feet northeast of the southernmost intersecting corner between property now belonging to Pierce (parcel ID 097-168) and property now belonging to Nichols (parcel ID 084-224) was before the Board of Commissioners on Second Reading. Commissioner Beeler moved to approve the closure of a portion of Old Dandridge Stagecoach Ln. located in District 8. The proposed new terminus will be approximately 25 feet northeast of the southernmost intersecting corner between property now belonging to Pierce (parcel ID 097-168) and property now belonging to Nichols (parcel ID 084-224) on Second Reading. Commissioner Frazier seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.
Motion to approve closure of Old Dandridge Stagecoach Ln.
Moved by Richie Beeler · seconded by Kim Frazier
LINE ITEM TRANSFERS: Line Item Transfers - Total amount of $26,311.01 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Jay moved to approve the Line Item Transfers - Total amount of $26,311.01. Commissioner Schoonmaker seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.
Motion to approve Line Item Transfers
Moved by Larsen Jay · seconded by John Schoonmaker
BUDGET AMENDMENTS: Budget Amendments - Total amount of $204,111.28 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Jay moved to approve the Budget Amendments - Total amount of $204,111.28. Commissioner Schoonmaker seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.
Motion to approve Budget Amendments
Moved by Larsen Jay · seconded by John Schoonmaker
NOTARY APPLICATIONS: There were 150 Notary Applications received. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve the 150 Notary Applications. Commissioner Beeler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.
Motion to approve Notary Applications
Moved by Courtney Durrett · seconded by Richie Beeler
SPREAD OF RECORD THE KNOX COUNTY MAYOR'S ORDER REAPPOINTING CHARLES MARTH TO THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE WEST KNOX UTILITY DISTRICT. Spread of Record the Knox County Mayor's Order reappointing Charles Marth to the Board of Commissioners of the West Knox Utility District was before the Board of Commissioners. No action was taken.
No published motion on this item.
SPREAD OF RECORD THE KNOX COUNTY LAW DIRECTOR'S OFFICE ELECTION OF MICHELLE ELLIS TO SERVE AS ITS REPRESENTATIVE ON THE KNOX COUNTY EMPLOYEE INSURANCE BENEFITS COMMITTEE FOR A TERM BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2024 AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027. Spread of Record the Knox County Law Director's Office election of Michelle Ellis to serve as its representative on the Knox County Employee Insurance Benefits Committee for a term beginning January 1, 2024 and ending December 31, 2027 was before the Board of Commissioners. No action was taken.
No published motion on this item.
SPREAD OF RECORD THE PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE ELECTION OF SANDRA PROTOPAPA TO SERVE AS ITS REPRESENTATIVE ON THE KNOX COUNTY EMPLOYEE INSURANCE BENEFITS COMMITTEE BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2024 AND EXPIRING DECEMBER 31, 2027. Spread of Record the Public Defender's Office election of Sandra Protopapa to serve as its representative on the Knox County Employee Insurance Benefits Committee beginning January 1, 2024 and expiring December 31, 2027 was before the Board of Commissioners. No action was taken.
No published motion on this item.
SPREAD OF RECORD OF EMPLOYEE INSURANCE BENEFITS COMMITTEE NEWLY ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES (CENTRALIZED ELECTION PARTICIPANTS ONLY). Spread of Record of Employee Insurance Benefits Committee newly elected representatives (centralized election participants only) was before the Board of Commissioners. No action was taken.
No published motion on this item.
SPREAD OF RECORD REVISIONS TO THE KNOX COUNTY PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS. Spread of Record Revisions to the Knox County Procurement Regulations was before the Board of Commissioners. No action was taken.
No published motion on this item.
EDUCATION RESOLUTIONS (NON-CONSENT): There were no Education Resolutions (non-consent) received.
No published motion on this item.
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, CONFIRMING THE KNOX COUNTY MAYOR'S APPOINTMENTS OF HERMAN LATHERS AND RICK HARRINGTON TO THE KNOX COUNTY EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND REDESIGNATION OF JANETTE BURGIN TO SERVE IN THE SEAT OF A WOMAN ON THE BOARD WITH A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION TO HER TERM TO EXPIRE JANUARY 1, 2028.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-110
Moved by Kim Frazier · seconded by Carson Dailey
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING THE BYLAWS OF THE KNOX COUNTY DISABILITY ADVISORY COUNCIL.
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN KNOX COUNTY AND THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD RELATED TO THE AXLE LOGISTICS PROPERTY SWAP FOR $1.4 MILLION. THE AMOUNT IN QUESTION WILL BE PAID THROUGH DESIGNATIONS AND INCLUDED IN THE FY'25 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN.
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING AN ECONOMIC IMPACT PLAN FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING, SUBMITTED BY THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD OF THE COUNTY OF KNOX IN CONNECTION WITH A MULTI-USE DEVELOPMENT KNOWN AS "PROSPERITY CROSSING" LOCATED OFF EL CAMINO LANE IN KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE NEAR THE WATT ROAD INTERCHANGE ON I-40/75.
Motion to approve Resolution R-23-12-901
Moved by John Schoonmaker · seconded by Kim Frazier
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $357,000.00 FOR THE PURCHASE OF ADDITIONAL VOTING MACHINES.
ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING: CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING THE KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 42, ARTICLE II, DIVISION 2, SECTION 42-62(B) TO ALLOW A RIGHT OF GRIEVANCE FOR SUSPENSIONS OF ANY TIME LENGTH THAT RESULT IN A LOSS OF PAY. (ORD. NO. O-90-9-111, ADOPTED 9-10-90 AND ORD. NO. O-22-6-103, ADOPTED 7-25-22) (FIRST READING)
Motion to approve Ordinance O-23-12-102 (First Reading)
Moved by Kim Frazier · seconded by Larsen Jay
ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING: CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING THE KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 14, "COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT", BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE III TO DESIGNATE KNOX COUNTY AS A BROADBAND READY COMMUNITY PURSUANT TO TENN. CODE ANN. § 4-3-709. (KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 14, ESTABLISHING ARTICLE III, PREVIOUSLY RESERVED). (FIRST READING)
Motion to approve Ordinance O-23-12-103 (First Reading)
Moved by Larsen Jay · seconded by Kim Frazier
ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING: CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING THE KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 66, "UTILITIES", BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 66-2 TO PROVIDE FOR THE REMOVAL OF INACTIVE, BROKEN, OR REPLACED UTILITY POLES. (KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 66, ARTICLE I, ESTABLISHING SEC. 66-2, PREVIOUSLY RESERVED). - O-23-12-104: (FIRST READING)
ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING: CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING THE KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 6, ARTICLE II, "ANIMAL CONTROL", SECTION 6-31, "DEFINITIONS", TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER IN ORDER TO AUTHORIZE A THIRD PARTY TO FURNISH ANIMAL CONTROL ENFORCEMENT DUTIES AS SET FORTH IN THE CITY AND COUNTY CHARTERS AND ORDINANCES THROUGHOUT THE CITY AND COUNTY. (ORD. NO. O-96-5-101, ADOPTED 6-24-96, ORD. NO. O-07-12-102, ADOPTED 1-28-08, ORD. NO. O-15-4-101, ADOPTED 5-26-15, AND ORD. NO. O-19-3-102, ADOPTED 4-22-19) (SECOND READING)
Motion to approve Ordinance O-23-11-102 (Second Reading)
Moved by Courtney Durrett · seconded by Richie Beeler
OTHER BUSINESS: DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF THE MAY 2024 DATES FOR COMMISSION WORK SESSION AND REGULAR SESSION MEETINGS. Discussion and approval of the May 2024 dates for Commission Work Session and Regular Session meetings was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Agenda Workshop Session and Beer Board scheduled for May 13, 2024. Commissioner Frazier seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Regular Session and Zoning meeting scheduled for May 20, 2024. Commissioner Frazier seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.
Motion to approve the May 13, 2024 Agenda Workshop Session and Beer Board
Moved by Terry Hill · seconded by Kim Frazier
Motion to approve the May 20, 2024 Regular Session and Zoning meeting
Moved by Terry Hill · seconded by Kim Frazier
Request of BB Investment Properties, LLC for rezoning from RA (Low Density Residential) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 2713 Byington Beaver Ridge Road / Parcel ID 090 116. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 10-K-23-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were there to testify on the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Ben Mullins, attorney for Frantz, McConnell & Seymour LLP, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Hill moved to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-101 – Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of BB Investment Properties, LLC for rezoning from RA (Low Density Residential) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 4 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s recommendation, subject to one condition. Commissioner Oster seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Property is located at 2713 Byington Beaver Ridge Road / Parcel ID 090 116. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 10-K-23-RZ).
Motion to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-101
Moved by Terry Hill · seconded by Gina Oster
Request of John Sevier Joint Venture and Red Door Homes for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 0 E Governor John Sevier Highway / Parcel ID 124 20002 and 20003. (9th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 11-A-23-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were there to testify on the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director for Knox County Engineering and Public Works, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Brad Faerber, representing the applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition. There was a response. Mr. Adam Montgomery, concerned neighbor, was present and spoke in opposition the request. Mr. Jim Wright Jr., concerned neighbor, was present and spoke in opposition the request. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-102 – Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of John Sevier Joint Venture and Red Door Homes for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 2 dwelling units per acre, subject to (3) three conditions. Commissioner Frazier seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Property is located at 0 E Governor John Sevier Highway / Parcel ID 124 20002 and 20003. (9th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 11-A-23-RZ).
Motion to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-102
Moved by Carson Dailey · seconded by Kim Frazier
Request of Ned Ferguson for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to RA (Low Density Residential) was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 112 Verton Drive / Parcel ID 057 H A 003. (7th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 11-H-23-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were there to testify on the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Ralph Smith, representing the applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Lee moved to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-103 – Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Ned Ferguson for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to RA (Low Density Residential) as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Commissioner Beeler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Property is located at 112 Verton Drive / Parcel ID 057 H A 003. (7th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 11-H-23-RZ).
Motion to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-103
Moved by Rhonda Lee · seconded by Richie Beeler
Request of Nature's Best Organics of TN LLC / Brian Development, LLC for a Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from RC (Rural Commercial), RR (Rural Residential), AG (Agricultural) and HP (Hillside Protection) to RR (Rural Residential) and HP (Hillside Protection) was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 0 W Emory Road, 8707 and 8703 Joe Daniels Road / Parcel ID 076 00901 and 009, 089 193 (part of). (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number :11-B-23-SP) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were there to testify on the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director for Knox County Engineering and Public Works, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Ben Mullins, attorney for Frantz, McConnell & Seymour LLP, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Hill moved to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-104 – Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Nature's Best Organics of TN LLC / Brian Development, LLC for a Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from RC (Rural Commercial), RR (Rural Residential), AG (Agricultural) and HP (Hillside Protection) to RR (Rural Residential) and HP (Hillside Protection) as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, and Jay voted aye. Commissioner Frazier voted no. The motion carried 10-1-0-0. Property is located at 0 W Emory Road, 8707 and 8703 Joe Daniels Road / Parcel ID 076 00901 and 009, 089 193 (part of). (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number : 11-B-23-SP)
Motion to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-104
Moved by Terry Hill · seconded by Carson Dailey
Request of Nature's Best Organics of TN LLC / Brian Development, LLC for rezoning from A (Agricultural), CR (Rural Commercial) and PC (Planned Commercial) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 3 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 0 W Emory Road, 8707, 8703, and 0 Joe Daniels Road / Parcel ID 076 00901 and 009, 089 193 and 044. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 11-I-23-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were there to testify on the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Ben Mullins, attorney for Frantz, McConnell & Seymour LLP, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Hill moved to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-105 – Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Nature's Best Organics of TN LLC / Brian Development, LLC for rezoning from A (Agricultural), CR (Rural Commercial) and PC (Planned Commercial) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 3 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s recommendation, subject to one condition. Commissioner Beeler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, and Jay voted aye. Commissioner Frazier voted no. The motion carried 10-1-0-0. Property is located at 0 W Emory Road, 8707, 8703, and 0 Joe Daniels Road / Parcel ID 076 00901 and 009, 089 193 and 044. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 11-I-23-RZ)
Motion to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-105
Moved by Terry Hill · seconded by Richie Beeler
Request of Ron Worley for rezoning from RA (Low Density Residential) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 4 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 6925 Ball Road / Parcel ID 091 077. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 11-J-23-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were there to testify on the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Ron Worley, applicant, was present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Hill moved to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-106 – Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Ron Worley for rezoning from RA (Low Density Residential) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 3.75 dwelling units per acre, subject to one condition. Commissioner Jay seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Property is located at 6925 Ball Road / Parcel ID 091 077. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 11-J-23-RZ)
Motion to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-106
Moved by Terry Hill · seconded by Larsen Jay
Request of A Step Towards Home for rezoning from: for the portion of the parcel zoned I (Industrial) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre and for the portion of the parcel zoned A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 3.25 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 7816 Ball Camp Pike / Parcel ID 091 226. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 10-E-23-RZ) Mr. Mike Moyers, Knox County Senior Deputy Law Director, was present and swore in those who were there to testify on the matter. Ms. Amy Brooks, Executive Director for Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director for Knox County Engineering and Public Works, was present and spoke on the matter. Mr. Lee Ellis, and Mrs. Kendra Ellis, applicants, were present and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Hill asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Hill moved to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-107 – Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of A Step Towards Home for rezoning from: for the portion of the parcel zoned I (Industrial) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre and for the portion of the parcel zoned A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 3.25 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s recommendation, subject to one condition. Commissioner Oster seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Oster, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Lee, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Frazier voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Property is located at 7816 Ball Camp Pike / Parcel ID 091 226. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 10-E-23-RZ)
Motion to approve Resolution RZ-23-12-107
Moved by Terry Hill · seconded by Gina Oster
AMENDMENT TO THE AGENDA: Request of Ziggurat Development LLC / Janet Plont for rezoning from PC (Planned Commercial) to OB (Office, Medical, and Related Services) was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 3710 Neal Drive / Parcel ID 038 N B 006. (Planning Commission’s File Number: 11-B-23-RZ) There was no one present at the time of reading. This item was deferred to the January 2024 meeting.
ZONING APPEALS: No Zoning Appeals received.
No published motion on this item.
AMENDMENTS TO THE KNOX COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE: There were no Amendments to the Knox County Zoning Ordinance.
No published motion on this item.
OTHER BUSINESS: No Other Business received.
No published motion on this item.
