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Charles Busler’s votes

100 recorded votes: 100 aye

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Nov 16, 2020
Approve amendment to grant contract for immunization services R-20-11-605 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Three to a grant contract with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of immunization services, which amendment adds to the scope of services and increases the maximum liability of the state under the contract by $280,260.00 (no local match required) Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve contracts for supplemental nursing staffing services R-20-11-604 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with RemX, Delta-T Group Tennessee, Inc., and Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc. for the provision of Supplemental Nursing Staffing Services Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve amendment to grant contract for chronic disease services R-20-11-603 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Two to a Grant Contract with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of Chronic Disease Prevention and Management Services, which amendment increases the maximum liability of the state under the contract by $189,800.00 (no local match required) Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve contract with Metro Drug Coalition, Inc. for recovery housing R-20-11-602 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract between the Knox County Health Department and Metro Drug Coalition, Inc. with a maximum liability of $19,500.00 for the provision of Recovery Housing Support Fund assistance Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve amendment to contract with Cherokee Health Systems R-20-11-601 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an amendment to Knox County Contract Number 15-684 with Cherokee Health Systems for the provision of Primary Care Provider for children on TennCare, which amendment changes the renewal options from two (2) additional five-year terms to ten (10) additional one-year terms Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve MOU with Ball Homes, LLC for intersection improvements R-20-11-410 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Ball Homes, LLC for intersection improvements at Hardin Valley Road, East Gallaher Ferry Road and Hickory Creek Road Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve survey and engineering proposal for Hickory Creek/Hardin Valley roundabout R-20-11-409 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a professional survey and engineering design proposal from Cannon & Cannon, Inc. in the amount of $122,200.00 for the proposed roundabout at the intersection of Hickory Creek Road at Hardin Valley Road Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve amendment to TDOT Advanced Traffic Management System agreement R-20-11-408 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Number 4 to an Agreement with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) for the Knox County Advanced Traffic Management System – Phase I, which amendment extends the completion date from October 31, 2020 to December 31, 2021; increases the estimated cost of the project; and adds a local contribution in the amount of $160,580.00 Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve construction contract for Yarnell Road Bridge Repair R-20-11-407 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a construction contract in the amount of $192,141.50 with Whaley Construction, LLC for the Yarnell Road Bridge Repair Project Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve easement acquisitions for Cherahala Blvd extension R-20-11-406 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the necessary right-of-way, drainage, slope, and construction easement acquisitions on thirteen (13) tracts for the purpose of extending Cherahala Boulevard from existing cul-de-sac near Kemp Fain Lane to Coward Mill Road Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve construction contract for Bishop Rd at Emory Rd realignment R-20-11-405 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a construction contract in the amount of $1,816,207.50 with Whaley Construction, LLC for the Bishop Road at Emory Road Realignment Project Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve stormwater covenants with Hardin Valley Farm Development, Inc. R-20-11-404 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Hardin Valley Farm Development, Inc. for property located at 0 Glory Maple Lane (CLT Parcel #103-07206) in Commission District 6 Zoning & land use
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve stormwater covenants with Mag Development, LLC R-20-11-403 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Mag Development, LLC for property located at 0 Poplar Grove Lane (a portion of CLT Parcel #055-042) in Commission District 6 Zoning & land use
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve stormwater covenants with Roy Bryan Petett R-20-11-402 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Roy Bryan Petett for property located at 0 Medaris Drive (CLT Parcel #028-225) in Commission District 7 Zoning & land use
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve stormwater covenants with Pasco, LLC R-20-11-401 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Pasco, LLC for property located at 1229 Lovell Road (CLT Parcel #118HA03502) in Commission District 6 Zoning & land use
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Accept surplus forklift for Knox County Sheriff's Office R-20-11-303 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of one (1) forklift with an original acquisition price of $33,000.00 from the Department of Defense 10-33 Surplus Property Program for the benefit of the Knox County Sheriff’s Office Public safety
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Accept $5,042.49 award for armored vests R-20-11-302 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of the 2020 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Award from the Bureau of Justice Assistance in the amount of $5,042.49 for armored vests Public safety
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Accept $10,000 donation for Knox County Sheriff's Office R-20-11-301 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a donation in the amount of $10,000.00 from Knoxville Wholesale Furniture to be used for the benefit of the Knox County Sheriff’s Office Public safety
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve grant contract with TN State Library and Archives R-20-11-207 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Grant Contract in the amount of $16,475.00 with the Tennessee State Library and Archives to purchase public catalog computers, color printers for public and staff access, and video conferencing equipment (requires a local match of $16,475.00) Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Honor Veterans Day and Knox County employees who served R-20-11-102 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, honoring Veterans Day, formerly known as Armistice Day, as a national holiday and celebrating the contributions of Knox County Employees who have served this nation in the United States Armed Forces Intergovernmental & resolutions
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve contract with School and Office Supply for stage curtains/rigging R-20-11-206 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with School and Office Supply for stage curtains and rigging services not to exceed funds allocated in the Fiscal Year 2021 General Purpose and Capital Improvement Plan budgets for the term of November 12, 2020 through November 11, 2021 which may be extended for four (4) additional years, one (1) year at a time, for a total of five (5) years Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve contract with Skilled Services, LLC for structural stabilization R-20-11-205 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Skilled Services, LLC for structural stabilization services at a cost not to exceed $250,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2021 and not to exceed funds allocated in the General Purpose and Capital Improvement Plan budgets for the term of December 1, 2020 through November 30, 2021 which may be extended for four (4) additional years, one (1) year at a time, for a total of five (5) years Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve contract with System Integrations for access control system R-20-11-204 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with System Integrations for an access control system at an estimated cost of $680,571.00 for Fiscal Year 2021 and not to exceed funds allocated in the Capital Improvement Plan for the remaining years of the term of November 1, 2020 through October 31, 2023, which may be renewed for two (2) additional one (1) year option periods, for a total of five (5) years Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve acceptance of grant funds for Knox County Schools R-20-11-203 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of grant funds for the Knox County Schools as shown on the attached list and in the total amount of $6,000.00 Schools
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve grant agreement with NEA Foundation for South-Doyle High School R-20-11-202 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant agreement with the NEA Foundation for receipt of a COVID-19 Response Student Success Grant for South-Doyle High School in the amount of $5,000.00 to support AP Computer Science Principles and the Robotics course/club Schools
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve NASPO Valuepoint agreement with AT&T for wireless hotspots R-20-11-201 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving use of a State of Utah National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) Valuepoint Master Agreement Terms and Conditions and a Participating Addendum with AT&T for purchase of wireless hot spots, as needed, to support student virtual learning at an approximate cost of $20.00 per month per hot spot Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve 127 Notary Public Applications 127 Notary Public Applications received.
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve line item transfers totaling $553,067.70 Line Item Transfers – Total amount of $553,067.70
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve closure of southern intersection of West Circle Road Consideration of a closure of the southern intersection of West Circle Road at the intersection with Chapman Highway as part of TDOT’s Chapman Highway improvements, Commission District 9 - (SECOND READING)
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve closure of East Circle Road at Chapman Highway Consideration of a closure of East Circle Road at the intersection with Chapman Highway as part of TDOT’s Chapman Highway improvements, Commission District 9 - (SECOND READING)
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve closure of surplus right of way on Hardin Valley Road Consideration of a closure of the surplus right of way along Hardin Valley Road adjacent to address 10105, Commission District 6 - (SECOND READING)
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Accept Schaeffer Road as a new Knox County road Consideration of acceptance of the following new Knox County road: A. Schaeffer Road, located south of Lovell Road, Commission District 6. (cost to repave $7,000.00)
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Approve minutes of the October 26, 2020 meeting Approval of the minutes of the previous meeting held on October 26, 2020
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020
Recognize November as Diabetes Awareness Month in Knox County Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, recognizing November as Diabetes Awareness Month in Knox County
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve first reading of ordinance to require public forum at Board of Health meetings. O-20-10-101 — Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to require public forum at meetings of the Knox County Board of Health (amending Ordinance O-96-3-102, adopted April 22, 1996) Public safety
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
Oct 26, 2020
Approve Consulting Services Agreement with Stones River Group, LLC. R-20-10-906 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Consulting Services Agreement with Stones River Group, LLC in an amount not to exceed $60,000.00 ($5,000.00 per month) plus out-of-pocket expenses to provide government relations services with the State of Tennessee for the term ending October 31, 2021 Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Establish Knox County Advisory Committee on Health and Economic Well-Being. R-20-10-904 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, establishing a Knox County Advisory Committee on Health and Economic Well-Being Personnel & appointments
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-2-1-0
Split
Oct 26, 2020
Approve Second Amendment to MOA with City of Knoxville for Jacob Building. R-20-10-606 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Second Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement with the City of Knoxville regarding the use of the Knoxville Chilhowee Park & Exposition Center (“Jacob Building”) to provide that Knox County will pay the City of Knoxville $250.00 per day for each day it utilizes the Jacob Building Intergovernmental & resolutions
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve construction contract for Centerpoint Blvd/Lovell Rd improvements. R-20-10-407 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a construction contract in the amount of $685,782.00 with Southern Constructors Inc. for the Centerpoint Boulevard and Lovell Road Improvements Project Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve Access and Visitation Grant Contract for parents. R-20-10-905 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Access and Visitation Grant Contract in the amount of $5,000.00 with the State of Tennessee, Administrative Office of the Courts to provide initiatives intended to address the needs of unwed, divorced, and never married parents, emphasizing parenting time issues of families and non-custodial parents who are participants in the Juvenile Court’s Safe Baby Court program (no local match required) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve lease agreement with Town of Farragut for office space. R-20-10-903 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement with the Town of Farragut to continue to lease satellite office space for the Knox County Clerk and Knox County Trustee in the Farragut Town Hall building for a five (5) year term beginning November 1, 2020 with a monthly rent of $1,350.00 for the first year of the lease and increasing by $50.00 each year thereafter over the term of the lease Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Request to add meat processing training to TCAT curriculum. R-20-10-902 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, requesting state officials to add meat processing training to Tennessee College of Applied Technology curriculum Schools
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve election security grant contract. R-20-10-901 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Grant Contract in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 with the State of Tennessee, Department of State, Division of Elections for the provision of election security assistance (no local match required) Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve agreement of sale for surplus right-of-way to R2R Studio, LLC. R-20-10-801 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement of Sale in the amount of $15,000.00 with R2R Studio, LLC for the sale of surplus right-of-way property adjacent to 10105 Hardin Valley Road Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Support Halls Greenway Project TDOT Multimodal Access Grant application. R-20-10-701 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, expressing support of the Public Building Authority’s efforts to apply on behalf of Knox County for the 2020 TDOT Multimodal Access Grant for the Halls Greenway Project with a grant amount up to $1,000,000.00 including a Knox County match of up to $50,000.00 and future maintenance responsibility Intergovernmental & resolutions
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve Amendment Three to Health Dept. Tobacco Prevention Grant. R-20-10-604 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Three to a Grant Contract with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of Tobacco Prevention Program Services, which amendment increases the maximum liability of the State under the contract by $53,500.00 (no local match required) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve Bill of Sale for returning Fibroscan Elastography Machine. R-20-10-603 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Bill of Sale for the return of the Fibroscan Elastography Machine pursuant to the Ryan White Elastography Grant, as amended, with the Tennessee Department of Health for HIV/AIDS Core Medical and Support Services Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve contract with TN Dept. of Health for lab testing. R-20-10-602 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Contract with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of laboratory testing to comply with the Environmental Protection Agency’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permitting requirements Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve Amendment One to Health Dept. Grant Contract. R-20-10-601 — 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 Fetal Infant Mortality Review and Community Infant Mortality Review and Community Infant Mortality Reduction services, which amendment increases the maximum liability of the State under the contract by $450,000.00 and extends the term by three (3) years to expire June 30, 2024 (no local match required) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve stormwater covenants for Tennessee Becknell Investors, LLC. R-20-10-406 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Tennessee Becknell Investors, LLC for property located at 2530 Westcott Boulevard (CLT Parcel #090-08202) in Commission District 6 Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve stormwater covenants for Metro Knoxville HMA, LLC. R-20-10-405 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Metro Knoxville HMA, LLC for property located at 7565 Dannaher Drive (a portion of CLT Parcel #047-08503) in Commission District 7 Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve stormwater covenants for Greystone Pointe, LLC. R-20-10-404 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Greystone Pointe, LLC for property located at 10905 Hawkes Bay Way (CLT Parcel #118-033) in Commission District 6 Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve stormwater covenants for Toyo America, Inc. R-20-10-403 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Toyo America, Inc. for property located at 10280 Goldenfern Lane (CLT Parcel #090JA00405) in Commission District 6 Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve stormwater covenants for LJJ Partnership. R-20-10-402 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with LJJ Partnership for property located at 10838 Hardin Valley Road (CLT Parcel #103-11508) in Commission District 6 Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve stormwater covenants for J & J Emory Road, LLC. R-20-10-401 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with J & J Emory Road, LLC for property located at 975 East Emory Road (CLT Parcel #047-07518) in Commission District 7 Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Accept $50,000 donation from Friends of Library for emedia. R-20-10-212 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a donation in the amount of $50,000.00 from Friends of the Knox County Public Library for the purchase of emedia Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Accept resignation of Amanda Rowcliffe and appoint Hope Davis. R-20-10-110 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, accepting the resignation of Amanda Rowcliffe (District 4 Seat) from the Knox County Library Advisory Board and appointing Hope Davis to complete the unexpired term of Amanda Rowcliffe on said Board Personnel & appointments
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve contract with University of Cambridge for academic program. R-20-10-211 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Contract with The Chancellor Masters and Scholars of the University of Cambridge for the provision of an advanced academic program Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve agreement with Henley Roofing Co. for Fair Garden Center. R-20-10-210 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement in the amount of $343,300.00 with Henley Roofing Company for roof upgrades to Fair Garden Family Center Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Accept grant funds for Knox County Schools. R-20-10-209 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of grant funds for the Knox County Schools as shown on the attached list and in the total amount of $6,250.00 Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve Dental Grant Agreement for elementary school students. R-20-10-208 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Elementary School Dental Program Agreement for the acceptance of the Elgin Children’s Foundation Elementary School Dental Grant in an amount not to exceed $6,000.00 for student transportation costs associated with the program for the term of July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve SEL in Action grant with Rockefeller Philanthropy. R-20-10-207 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Grant Agreement with Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Inc., in conjunction with NoVo Foundation and Education First, for the acceptance of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in Action grant funding in the amount of $25,000.00 for the implementation of social and emotional learning initiatives Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Accept 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant for Inskip Elementary. R-20-10-206 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2021 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant award from the Tennessee Department of Education in the amount of $110,500.00 and Fiscal Year 2020 carryover funding in the amount of $42,040.07 for after school programming at Inskip Elementary School Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Accept 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant for schools. R-20-10-205 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2021 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant award from the Tennessee Department of Education in the amount of $323,989.00 and Fiscal Year 2020 carryover funding in the amount of $136,793.74 for after school programming at Christenberry and Pond Gap Elementary Schools Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve digital services terms with Great Minds PBC. R-20-10-204 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Digital Services Terms of Service and Addendum with Great Minds PBC for a one (1) year Wit & Wisdom in Sync License at a cost of $7,527.00 Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve subscription for Ellevation Education Strategies Platform. R-20-10-203 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Subscription Agreement with Ellevation Inc. for the provision of the Ellevation Education Strategies Platform for the term of December 1, 2020 through November 30, 2021 at a cost of $53,993.75 Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve MOA with Alignment Nashville for HS Freshman Seminar training. R-20-10-202 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Memorandum of Agreement with Alignment Nashville Inc. for the provision of professional development/training for the Freshman Seminar Curriculum at Farragut High School, Halls High School and Hardin Valley Academy at a cost of $5,395.00 Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve contract for meal prep for TN School for the Deaf. R-20-10-201 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract in an amount not to exceed $15,000.00 with the State of Tennessee Department of Education for the provision of meal preparation for the Tennessee School for the Deaf Knoxville campus for the period beginning November 15, 2020 and ending July 31, 2021 which may be renewed for four (4) additional twelve (12) month terms Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve notary public applications. 192 Notary Public Applications received.
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve first reading of southern West Circle Road closure. Consideration of a closure of the southern intersection of West Circle Road at the intersection with Chapman Highway as part of TDOT’s Chapman Highway improvements, Commission District 9 was before the Board of Commissioners on first reading.
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve first reading of East Circle Road closure. Consideration of a closure of East Circle Road at the intersection with Chapman Highway as part of TDOT’s Chapman Highway improvements, Commission District 9 was before the Board of Commissioners on first reading.
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve first reading of surplus right-of-way closure. Consideration of a closure of a portion of the surplus right of way along Hardin Valley Road adjacent to address 10105, Commission District 6 was before the Board of Commissioners on first reading.
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Acceptance of new county road: Lake Lane. Consideration of acceptance of the following new county road was before the Board of Commissioners. A. Lake Lane, located off Duncan Road, Commission District 4.
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve minutes of previous meetings. Consideration of approval of the minutes of the previous meeting held on September 1, 2020 (Special Session); and September 28, 2020 (Regular Session) was before the Board of Commissioners.
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Resolution authorizing amendment to Andrew Johnson Building PA. R-20-10-803 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing an amendment to real property purchase and sale agreement between Knox County and BNA Associates, LLC relating to the Andrew Johnson Building Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Consider appeal by Travis Walker of denied rezoning request. Consideration of the appeal by Travis Walker, applicant, of Planning Commission’s decision to deny the request for rezoning from A Agricultural to CA General Business was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7508 Idol Lane, Parcel ID 14 031, Commission District 8.
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve rezoning for Taylor D. Forrester O/B/O YSOS Holdings, LLC. RZ-20-10-105 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester O/B/O YSOS Holdings, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 2 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Zoning & land use
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve rezoning for Taylor D. Forrester O/B/O YSOS Holdings, LLC. RZ-20-10-105 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester O/B/O YSOS Holdings, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 2 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Zoning & land use
Charles Busler’s vote: No Failed 5-6-0-0
Split Failed
Oct 26, 2020
Approve rezoning for Georges Brandan (Revised) from CN to PR. RZ-20-10-104 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Georges Brandan (Revised) for rezoning from CN Neighborhood Commercial to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Zoning & land use
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment for Georges Brandan. RZ-20-10-103 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Georges Brandan (Revised) for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from NC Neighborhood Commercial to LDR Low Density Residential as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Zoning & land use
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve rezoning for Halls Centre, LLC. RZ-20-10-102 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Halls Centre, LLC for rezoning from CA General Business to OA Office Park as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Zoning & land use
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Approve North County Sector Plan Amendment for Halls Centre, LLC. RZ-20-10-101 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Halls Centre, LLC for North County Sector Plan Amendment from GC General Commercial/SP Stream Protection to O Office/SP Stream Protection as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Zoning & land use
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Resolution memorializing Chief Judge Pamela L. Reeves. R-20-10-102 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, memorializing the Honorable Pamela L. Reeves, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Resolution memorializing Mary Elizabeth (Bee) DeSelm. R-20-10-101 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, memorializing Mary Elizabeth (Bee) DeSelm
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Resolution memorializing Chief Judge Pamela L. Reeves. R-20-10-102 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, memorializing the Honorable Pamela L. Reeves, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee Intergovernmental & resolutions
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Resolution memorializing Mary Elizabeth (Bee) DeSelm. R-20-10-101 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, memorializing Mary Elizabeth (Bee) DeSelm Intergovernmental & resolutions
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Amend agenda to defer items R-20-10-410, R-20-10-605, R-20-10-408, R-20-10-409, and Item #48. Consideration to amend the agenda to defer the following items to the November 2020 Board of Commissioners meeting: Item #29 – Resolution R-20-10-410 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Local Agency Project Agreement with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) for the reconstruction of I-75 at State Route 131 (Emory Road, Exit 112); Item #34 – Resolution R-20-10-605 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Amendment to a grant contract which is between the Tennessee Department of Health and Knox County Government dba Knox County Health Department for the provision of Immunizations. Total contract increase per this amendment is +$280,260 (no local match required); Item #27 – Resolution R-20-10-408 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a professional survey and engineering design proposal from Cannon & Cannon, Inc. in the amount of $122,200.00 for the proposed roundabout at the intersection of Hickory Creek Road at Hardin Valley Road; Item #28 – Resolution R-20-10-409 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Ball Homes, LLC for intersection improvements at Hardin Valley Road, East Gallaher Ferry Road and Hickory Creek Road; and Item #48 – Discussion item to recognize Three Ridges Golf Course for their job well done during the COVID-19 pandemic for Knox County.
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Amend agenda to withdraw item R-20-10-802. Consideration to amend the agenda to withdraw the following item: Item #38 – R-20-10-802 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing Knox County to enter into a Development Agreement with BNA Associates, LLC for the redevelopment of the Andrew Johnson Building.
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 26, 2020
Amend agenda to add items R-20-10-110, R-20-10-906, Item #49, and R-20-10-803. Consideration to amend the agenda to add the following items: Item #18 – Resolution R-20-10-110 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, accepting the resignation of Amanda Rowcliffe (District 4 Seat) from the Knox County Library Advisory Board and appointing Hope Davis to complete the unexpired term of Amanda Rowcliffe on said Board; Item #44 – Resolution R-20-10-906 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Consulting Services Agreement with Stones River Group, LLC in an amount not to exceed $60,000.00 ($5,000.00 per month) plus out-of-pocket expenses to provide government relations services with the State of Tennessee for the term ending October 31, 2021; Item #49 – Discussion item regarding State Legislative Priorities; and Resolution R-20-10-803 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing an amendment to real property purchase and sale agreement between Knox County and BNA Associates, LLC relating to the Andrew Johnson Building.
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 28, 2020
Approve funding increase for Knox County Clerk, Trustee, Sheriff East Satellite Office build out. R-20-9-906 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an increase in funding in the amount of $200,0089.18 for the build out of space leased from Isaiah’s Investors GP for the Knox County Clerk, Knox County Trustee, and Knox County Sheriff’s East Satellite Office located at 4732 and 4734 Centerline Drive, East Town Crossing Shopping Center, to better serve the citizens of Knox County (amount to be funded through a resolution to be presented to Commission for consideration in October) Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 28, 2020
Approve agreement with Knoxville Utilities Board for Fiber Optic Network. R-20-9-905 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement with Knoxville Utilities Board to construct, lease and maintain the Knox County Fiber Optic Network to serve Knox County’s communication needs Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 28, 2020
Approve services agreement with Symetra Life Insurance Company. R-20-9-904 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Services Agreement with Symetra Life Insurance Company to provide Group Life Insurance for Knox County Government and Knox County Schools employees Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 28, 2020
Approve third amendment to OptumRx, Inc. client services agreement. R-20-9-903 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Third Amendment to the Client Services Agreement with OptumRx, Inc. for the administration of employee pharmacy benefit services under the Knox County Government Health Care Plan Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 28, 2020
Rename Harrell Road Stormwater Park to Roy Arthur Stormwater Park. R-20-9-902 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, renaming the Harrell Road Stormwater Park the Roy Arthur Stormwater Park in honor of Roy Arthur’s exceptional efforts and commitment to the project Parks & community
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 28, 2020
Express support for proposed U.S. Bicycle Route 21 (USBR 21). R-20-9-901 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, expressing support of the proposed U.S. Bicycle Route 21 (USBR 21) through Knox County which will provide a benefit to Knox County by allowing the route to be mapped and signed, thereby promoting bicycle tourism in the County Roads & infrastructure
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 28, 2020
Approve agreement for Forensic Center to provide postmortem services to Blount Memorial Hospital. R-20-9-807 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement with Blount Memorial Hospital whereby the Knox County Regional Forensic Center provides Postmortem Professional Services for Blount Memorial Hospital Public safety
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 28, 2020
Approve amendment to Knox County Indigent Care Program Agreement. R-20-9-605 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Three to the Knox County Indigent Care Program Agreement, which amendment provides for revisions to the Reimbursement for Services section of the agreement for Fiscal Year 2021 Budget & taxes
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 28, 2020
Approve amendment to grant contract with TN Dept of Health for HIV/AIDS services. R-20-9-604 — 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 HIV/AIDS Core Medical Services and Support Services, which amendment increases the maximum liability of the State under the contract by $20,900.00 (no local match required) Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 28, 2020
Approve grant for Opioid Abuse COAP Overdose Fatality Review Team Program. R-20-9-603 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant contract in an amount not to exceed $79,550.00 with the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for the provision of Comprehensive Opioid Abuse Site-based Program (COAP) Overdose Fatality Review Team program (no local match required) Public safety
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 28, 2020
Approve amendment to grant contract with TN Dept of Health for immunization services. R-20-9-602 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Two to a Grant Contract with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of immunization services, which amendment increases the maximum liability of the State under the contract by $150,000.00 (no local match required) Contracts & purchasing
Charles Busler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous

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