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John Schoonmaker’s votes split votes

100 recorded votes: 51 aye · 47 no · 2 abstain

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Aug 19, 2024
Rezone Mesana Investments, LLC property A to PR (5 du/acre). 4-N-24-RZ — Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7505 Blacks Ferry Road / Parcel ID 66 051. (Planning Commission’s File Number: 4-N-24-RZ) (6th Commission District) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 6-4-0-1
Split
Aug 19, 2024
Rezone Mesana Investments, LLC property A to PR (5 du/acre). 7-V-24-RZ — Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7803, 7807, and 7809 Sevierville Pike / Parcel ID 125 041, 004301, 004001. (Planning Commission’s File Number: 7-V-24-RZ) (9th Commission District) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 6-4-0-1
Split
Aug 19, 2024
Rezone Taylor D. Forrester property from A to PR (8 du/acre). 6-L-24-RZ — Consideration of the request of Taylor D. Forrester for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 8 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 11326 Sam Lee Road / Parcel ID 103 059. (Planning Commission’s File Number: 6-L-24-RZ) (6th Commission District) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 7-3-0-1
Split
Aug 19, 2024
Amend Comprehensive Plan for Thunder Mountain Properties property. 7-I-24-PA — Consideration of the request of Thunder Mountain Properties for a Comprehensive Plan amendment from TN (Traditional Neighborhood), POS (Parks and Open Space), TCMU (Town Center Mixed-Use), HP (Hillside Protection) to CMU (Corridor Mixed-Use), HP (Hillside Protection) was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8744 Chapman Highway / Parcel ID 138 104 (part of). (Planning Commission’s File Number: 7-I-24-PA ) (9th Commission District) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-1-1
Split
Aug 19, 2024
Rezone Thunder Mountain Properties property A to PR (5 du/acre). 7-W-24-RZ — Consideration of the Request of Thunder Mountain Properties for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8802 and 8744 Sevierville Pike / Parcel ID 138 270, 104 (part of). (Planning Commission’s File Number: 7-W-24-RZ) (9th Commission District) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-3-1-1
Split
Jul 15, 2024
Approve rezoning for Justin Harvey at 8813 Ball Camp Pike RZ-24-7-109 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Justin Harvey for rezoning from PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre to Planned Residential up to 12 dwelling units per acre, with the .64 acre in the back not included, making a total of no more than 43 units for the plan. Property located at 8813 Ball Camp Pike, Parcel ID 104 06901. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 6-N-24-RZ) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 8-2-0-1
Split
Jun 17, 2024
Rezone 8922 Pickens Gap Rd from A/RB to PR (up to 2 du/ac) 4-V-24-RZ — Request of Storm Shular for rezoning from A (Agricultural) and RB (General Residential) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 2 dwelling units per acre. Property located at 8922 Pickens Gap Road / Parcel ID 150 044. Planning Commission’s File Number: 4-V-24-RZ (9th Commission District) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Abstain Adopted 7-2-1-1
Split
Jun 17, 2024
Rezone 0 & 7740 Cooper Meadows Ln from A to PR (up to 4 du/ac) 5-J-24-RZ — Request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre. Property located at 0 and 7740 Cooper Meadows Lane / Parcel IDs 020 12001, and 12002. Planning Commission’s File Number: 5-J-24-RZ (8th Commission District) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
May 20, 2024
Deny Gargis rezoning appeal, then substitute motion to approve with conditions. Consideration of the appeal by John W. Gargis of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission’s denial of a request for rezoning from A Agricultural to CA General Business was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7218 Larkspur Lane, Parcel ID 067 096 01. (7th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 4-K-24-RZ)
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Abstain Adopted 8-1-2-0
Split
May 20, 2024
Deny Gargis rezoning appeal, then substitute motion to approve with conditions. Consideration of the appeal by John W. Gargis of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission’s denial of a request for rezoning from A Agricultural to CA General Business was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7218 Larkspur Lane, Parcel ID 067 096 01. (7th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 4-K-24-RZ)
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Motion to deny:Failed 1-10-0-0
Split Failed
May 20, 2024
Approve Mullins rezoning request for 0 Hardin Valley Road (4-M-24-RZ). RZ-24-5-102 — Consideration of the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for rezoning from PC(k) Planned Commercial to RB General Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Hardin Valley Road, Parcel ID 104 017 07. (3rd Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 4-M-24-RZ)
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
May 20, 2024
Deny Gargis rezoning appeal, then substitute motion to approve with conditions. Consideration of the appeal by John W. Gargis of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission’s denial of a request for rezoning from A Agricultural to CA General Business was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7218 Larkspur Lane, Parcel ID 067 096 01. (7th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 4-K-24-RZ)
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Abstain Adopted 8-1-2-0
Split
May 20, 2024
Deny Gargis rezoning appeal, then substitute motion to approve with conditions. Consideration of the appeal by John W. Gargis of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission’s denial of a request for rezoning from A Agricultural to CA General Business was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7218 Larkspur Lane, Parcel ID 067 096 01. (7th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 4-K-24-RZ)
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Motion to deny:Failed 1-10-0-0
Split Failed
May 20, 2024
Approve Mullins rezoning request for 0 Hardin Valley Road (4-M-24-RZ). RZ-24-5-102 — Consideration of the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for rezoning from PC(k) Planned Commercial to RB General Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Hardin Valley Road, Parcel ID 104 017 07. (3rd Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 4-M-24-RZ) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Apr 22, 2024
Approve Map Amendment 4 (Rural Commercial to Rural Living). Future Land Use Map (4) Amendment
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Apr 22, 2024
Approve Text Amendment 20 of Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Appendix H: Zoning/Future Land Use Grid - Text Amendment 20
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Failed 2-9-0-0
Split Failed
Apr 22, 2024
Approve Text Amendment 19 of Comprehensive Land Use Plan. R-24-4-409 (Text Amendment 19) — Text Amendment 19 to the Knox County Comprehensive Land Use and Transportation Map Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Apr 22, 2024
Approve Text Amendment 17 of Comprehensive Land Use Plan. R-24-4-409 (Text Amendment 17) — Text Amendment 17 to the Knox County Comprehensive Land Use and Transportation Map Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Apr 22, 2024
Approve Text Amendment 17 of Comprehensive Land Use Plan. R-24-4-409 (Text Amendment 17) — Text Amendment 17 to the Knox County Comprehensive Land Use and Transportation Map Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Substitute motion:Failed 2-9-0-0
Split Failed
Apr 22, 2024
Approve Text Amendment 8 of Comprehensive Land Use Plan. R-24-4-409 (Text Amendment 8) — Text Amendment 8 to the Knox County Comprehensive Land Use and Transportation Map Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
Apr 22, 2024
Approve Text Amendment 4 of Comprehensive Land Use Plan. R-24-4-409 (Text Amendment 4) — Text Amendment 4 to the Knox County Comprehensive Land Use and Transportation Map Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Apr 22, 2024
Approve Smithbilt Homes rezoning (A to PR 2 du/ac). RZ-24-4-106 — Request of Smithbilt Homes for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 3 dwelling units per acre. Property located at 6701 Roberts Road / Parcel ID 022 00514. Planning Commission’s File Number: 2-J-24-RZ (8th Commission District) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
Apr 22, 2024
Approve Smithbilt Homes Sector Plan Amendment (AG to RR). RZ-24-4-105 — Request of Smithbilt Homes for a Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from AG (Agricultural) to LDR (Low Density Residential). Property located at 6701 Roberts Road / Parcel ID 022 00514. Planning Commission’s File Number: 2-E-24-SP (8th Commission District) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Apr 22, 2024
Approve Mesana Investments LLC rezoning (A to PR 3 du/ac) with condition. RZ-24-4-104 — Request of Mesana Investments LLC for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre. Property located at 616 N. Wooddale Road / Parcel ID 061 057. Planning Commission’s File Number: 3-D-24-RZ (8th Commission District) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Apr 22, 2024
Approve Millstone Ventures LLC rezoning (PR to OB). RZ-24-4-103 — Request of Millstone Ventures LLC for rezoning from PR (Planned Residential) up to 12 dwelling units per acre to OB (Office, Medical, and Related Services). Property located at 11471 Outlet Drive / Parcel ID 130 175. Planning Commission’s File Number: 2-F-24-RZ. (6th Commission District) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Apr 22, 2024
Approve Millstone Ventures LLC Sector Plan Amendment. RZ-24-4-102 — Request of Millstone Ventures LLC for a Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from MDR (Medium Density Residential) and HP (Hillside Protection) to MDR/O (Medium Density Residential/Office) and HP (Hillside Protection). Property located at 11471 Outlet Drive / Parcel ID 130 175. Planning Commission’s File Number: 2-C-24-SP (6th Commission District) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Mar 25, 2024
Approve rezoning request for Leonard Development, LLC (51 lots). Consideration of the request of Leonard Development, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 7-4-0-0
Split
Mar 25, 2024
Amend utilities code to provide for removal of utility poles (first reading). O-24-3-101 — 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 (amending Knox County Code, Chapter 66, Article I, establishing Section 66-2, previously reserved) - (First Reading): Roads & infrastructure
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Failed 3-5-3-0
Split Failed
Feb 26, 2024
Rezoning request of Connor P. Kelly for 1630 Harvey Road. 1-E-24-RZ — CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST OF CONNOR P. KELLY FOR REZONING FROM A (AGRICULTURAL) TO PR (PLANNED RESIDENTIAL) UP TO 5 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE. PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1630 HARVEY ROAD / PARCEL ID 169 009. (PLANNING COMMISSION’S FILE NUMBER: 1-E-24-RZ) (5TH COMMISSION DISTRICT): Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 7-3-1-0
Split
Feb 26, 2024
Rezoning request of Connor P. Kelly for 1630 Harvey Road. 1-E-24-RZ — CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST OF CONNOR P. KELLY FOR REZONING FROM A (AGRICULTURAL) TO PR (PLANNED RESIDENTIAL) UP TO 5 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE. PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1630 HARVEY ROAD / PARCEL ID 169 009. (PLANNING COMMISSION’S FILE NUMBER: 1-E-24-RZ) (5TH COMMISSION DISTRICT): Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Failed 3-8-0-0
Split Failed
Feb 26, 2024
Rezoning request of Connor P. Kelly for 7933 Maynardville Pike. 1-C-24-RZ — CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST OF CONNOR P. KELLY FOR REZONING FROM A (AGRICULTURAL) AND F (FLOODWAY) TO PR (PLANNED RESIDENTIAL) UP TO 5 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE AND F (FLOODWAY). PROPERTY LOCATED AT 7933 MAYNARDVILLE PIKE / PARCEL ID 029 001. (PLANNING COMMISSION’S FILE NUMBER: 1-C-24-RZ) (7TH COMMISSION DISTRICT): Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Dec 18, 2023
Approve rezoning request for Nature's Best Organics/Brian Development, LLC RZ-23-12-105 — 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) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Dec 18, 2023
Approve sector plan amendment for Nature's Best Organics/Brian Development, LLC RZ-23-12-104 — 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) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Nov 20, 2023
Approve Edelmary Martinez appeal 9-L-23-RZ (Rezoning). 2. Consideration of an Appeal by Edelmary Martinez of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission’s denial of a request for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 2 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 507 Brown Mountain Loop Road / Parcel ID 124 P A 005. (Planning Commission’s File Number: 9-L-23-RZ) (Commission District 9)
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Nov 20, 2023
Approve Edelmary Martinez appeal 9-B-23-SP (Sector Plan Amendment). ZONING APPEALS: 1. Consideration of an Appeal by Edelmary Martinez of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission’s denial of a request for a South County Sector Plan amendment from AG (Agricultural) to RR (Rural Residential) was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 507 Brown Mountain Loop Road / Parcel ID 124 P A 005. (Planning Commission’s File Number: 9-B-23-SP) (Commission District 9)
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Nov 20, 2023
Approve EMS Ambulance Service Contract with Rural Metro of TN. R-23-11-602 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING AN EMS AMBULANCE SERVICE CONTRACT WITH RURAL METRO OF TENNESSEE, L.P. D/B/A AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE FOR THE PROVISION OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL AMBULANCE SERVICES IN KNOX COUNTY. - R-23-11-602: Public safety
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 7-4-0-0
Split
Oct 23, 2023
Approve rezoning for S and E Properties to PR Planned Residential with conditions RZ-23-10-106 — Consideration of the request of S and E Properties for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 4.5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1103 and 1109 Fretz Road, Parcel ID 130 067 and 066. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 9-K-23-RZ) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 7-3-0-1
Split
Sep 25, 2023
Rezone 8117 River Drive from RAE to RA with garage apartment condition. RZ-23-9-107 — Consideration of the request of Samuel Harward for rezoning from (RAE) Exclusive Residential to (RA) Low Density Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 8117 River Drive. Parcel ID 076 J B 00201. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s File Number: 8-J-23-RZ) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Sep 25, 2023
Resolution on protecting the innocence of children. R-23-9-904 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, EXPRESSING THE COMMISSION’S COMMITMENT TO PROTECTING THE INNOCENCE OF CHILDREN. Intergovernmental & resolutions
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Substitute motion to table:Deferred 9-1-0-1
Split Deferred
Jun 26, 2023
Support Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians' petition to restore name Kuwohi. R-23-6-901 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, in support of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians as the tribe petitions the federal government to restore the name Kuwohi in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park Intergovernmental & resolutions
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 8-2-0-1
Split
May 22, 2023
Ordinance on second reading: Amending zoning code re: drive-throughs. O-23-2-103 — AMENDMENTS TO THE KNOX COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCES: CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING THE KNOX COUNTY CODE, APPENDIX A - ZONING, ARTICLE 5, SECTION 5.31 PERTAINING TO THE CA (GENERAL BUSINESS) ZONE AND SECTION 5.32 PERTAINING TO THE CB (BUSINESS AND MANUFACTURING) ZONE TO ALLOW FOR CONSIDERATION OF CERTAIN PERMITTED USES AND USES PERMITTED ON REVIEW; ARTICLE 4 BY ADDING A NEW SUBSECTION 4.108 CREATING STANDARDS FOR DRIVE-THROUGH FACILITIES; AND ARTICLE 5, SECTIONS 5.37.03.C, 5.38.03.E, AND 5.91.03, PERTAINING TO DRIVE-THROUGH FACILITIES CURRENTLY PERMITTED AS A USE ON REVIEW IN THE CR (RURAL COMMERCIAL), CN (NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL), AND TC (TOWN CENTER) ZONES, RESPECTIVELY, BY ADDING A REFERENCE TO PROPOSED SUBSECTION 4.108 PERTAINING TO STANDARDS FOR DRIVE-THROUGH FACILITIES (AMENDING ORDINANCE O-90-9-130, ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 10, 1990) - (SECOND READING) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Adopted 7-2-2-0
Split
May 22, 2023
Garry Burke rezoning request to PR Planned Residential. ZONING REQUESTS: 11. Consideration of the request of Garry Burke for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7717 and 0 (2 parcels) Freeway Heights Drive, Parcel ID 028 O C 005, 014 and 013. (7th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 4-T-23-RZ)
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
May 22, 2023
Serghey Botezat rezoning request to PR Planned Residential. ZONING REQUESTS: 5. Consideration of the request of Serghey Botezat for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 10 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Ball Camp Pike, Parcel ID 092 00405. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 4-L-23-RZ)
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
May 22, 2023
Huber Properties LLC rezoning request to PR Planned Residential. ZONING REQUESTS: 2. Consideration of the request of Huber Properties, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1103 and 1109 Fretz Road, Parcel ID 130 067 and 066. (6th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 4-C-23-RZ)
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Substitute motion:Failed 4-6-1-0
Split Failed
Apr 24, 2023
Urge state legislature to support stronger order of protection law R-23-4-907 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, URGING THE STATE LEGISLATURE TO SUPPORT GOVERNOR BILL LEE IN HIS EXECUTIVE ORDER AND RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE STATE LEGISLATURE REGARDING A STRONGER ORDER OF PROTECTION LAW Intergovernmental & resolutions
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Failed 3-7-0-1
Split Failed
Apr 24, 2023
Urge state legislature to support stronger order of protection law R-23-4-907 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, URGING THE STATE LEGISLATURE TO SUPPORT GOVERNOR BILL LEE IN HIS EXECUTIVE ORDER AND RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE STATE LEGISLATURE REGARDING A STRONGER ORDER OF PROTECTION LAW Intergovernmental & resolutions
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Abstain Substitute motion:Failed 4-5-1-1
Split Failed Decided with 1 absent — margin 1
Mar 27, 2023
Amend Zoning Code regarding CA/CB zones and drive-through facilities (Second Reading) O-23-2-103 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending the Knox County Code, Appendix A – Zoning, Article 5, Section 5.31 pertaining to the CA (General Business) zone and Section 5.32 pertaining to the CB (Business and Manufacturing) zone to allow for consideration of certain permitted uses and uses permitted on review; Article 4 by adding a new Subsection 4.108 creating standards for drive-through facilities; and Article 5, Sections 5.37.03.C, 5.38.03.E, and 5.91.03, pertaining to drive-through facilities currently permitted as a use on review in the CR (Rural Commercial), CN (Neighborhood Commercial), and TC (Town Center) zones, respectively, by adding a reference to proposed subsection 4.108 pertaining to standards for drive-through facilities (amending Ordinance O-90-9-130, adopted September 10, 1990) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Motion to defer:Deferred 6-4-0-1
Split Deferred
Mar 27, 2023
Approve rezoning request for Graham Corporation to CA General Business RZ-23-3-103 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Graham Corporation for rezoning from PC Planned Commercial, C-H-2 Highway Commercial, PR Planned Residential, RB General Residential and CA General Business to CA General Business. Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Feb 21, 2023
Amend Northeast County Sector Plan from AG to RR. 1-D-23-SP — Request of Aleksandr Chekhovskyy for a Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from AG (Agricultural) to RR (Rural Residential) 1-D-23-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7614 Washington Pike / Parcel ID 031 04502. (Commission District 8) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Feb 21, 2023
Rezone property from A to PR up to 5 dwelling units per acre. 1-F-23-RZ — Request of Igor Cheban for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre 1-F-23-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Ball Road / Parcel ID 091 16101. (Commission District 6) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Feb 21, 2023
Approve civil design contract for left turn lane at Campbell Station/Fretz Rd. Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a civil design contract with Robert G. Campbell & Associates, L. P. in the amount of $37,300.00 for the installation of a left turn lane on Campbell Station Road and Fretz Road:
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
Feb 21, 2023
Amend Sheriff's Office rules: change minimum age for Corrections Officers. R-23-2-905 — 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 to provide for a change to the minimum age requirement for Corrections Officers from 19 to 18 years of age: Public safety
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-3-0
Split
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Substitute motion:Adopted 7-4-0-0
Split
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Jan 23, 2023
Approve amended ground lease with Concord Yacht Club, Inc. R-23-1-903 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Ground Lease with Concord Yacht Club, Inc. for recreational activities for a term of ten (10) years beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2033 with the option to renew the lease for an additional period of ten (10) years with annual rent in the amount of $1,000.00 over the initial term of the lease with the following amendment: the term should be five (5) years beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2028 with $5,000.00 per year; there should be no default or automatic renewal; quarterly reports are to be provided to the Knox County Parks and Recreation Department; consider establishing a higher rental rate for non-county residents; and have open discussions with Risk Management and their insurer about the possibility of opening the space to public access Parks & community
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Jan 23, 2023
Approve amended ground lease with Concord Yacht Club, Inc. R-23-1-903 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Ground Lease with Concord Yacht Club, Inc. for recreational activities for a term of ten (10) years beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2033 with the option to renew the lease for an additional period of ten (10) years with annual rent in the amount of $1,000.00 over the initial term of the lease with the following amendment: the term should be five (5) years beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2028 with $5,000.00 per year; there should be no default or automatic renewal; quarterly reports are to be provided to the Knox County Parks and Recreation Department; consider establishing a higher rental rate for non-county residents; and have open discussions with Risk Management and their insurer about the possibility of opening the space to public access Parks & community
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Failed 2-9-0-0
Split Failed
Oct 24, 2022
Approve rezoning to PR (Planned Residential) at 4 dwelling units per acre 9-D-22-RZ — Request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Substitute motion:Adopted 6-5-0-0
Split
Oct 24, 2022
Accept resignation of Blake Wilson and appoint Garrett Holt to Board of Zoning Appeals R-22-10-111 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, accepting the resignation of Blake Wilson (District 4) on the Knox County Board of Zoning Appeals and appointing Garrett Holt to complete the unfulfilled term of Mr. Wilson on the Board of Zoning Appeals, which term expires September 30, 2023 Personnel & appointments
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Sep 26, 2022
Approve Community Television Agreement with Knoxville Community Media. R-22-9-804 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A COMMUNITY TELEVISION AGREEMENT WITH COMMUNITY TELEVISION OF KNOXVILLE, INC. DBA KNOXVILLE COMMUNITY MEDIA (CTV) TO OPERATE THE ACCESS CABLE CHANNELS FOR PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL AND GOVERNMENTAL ACCESS PROGRAMMING – R-22-9-804: Contracts & purchasing
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 6-4-0-1
Split
Sep 26, 2022
Approve Defined Services Contract with Young-Williams Animal Center. R-22-9-802 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A DEFINED SERVICES CONTRACT AMONG KNOX COUNTY, THE CITY OF KNOXVILLE, AND YOUNG-WILLIAMS ANIMAL CENTER OF EAST TENNESSEE TO PROMOTE THE RESPONSIBLE CARE AND WELFARE OF ANIMALS WITH KNOX COUNTY AND THE CITY OF KNOXVILLE EACH PAYING THE AMOUNT OF $1,075,000.00 FOR THE TERM OF JULY 1, 2022 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023 WITH THE OPTION TO EXTEND FOR FOUR (4) ADDITIONAL YEARS, ONE (1) YEAR AT A TIME - R-22-9-802: Contracts & purchasing
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Sep 26, 2022
Approve second reading for closure of portion of Old Tazewell Pike. CONSIDERATION OF THE CLOSURE OF A PORTION OF OLD TAZEWELL PIKE, NEAR THE 1ST COMFORTER CHURCH, TO IMPROVE SAFETY FOR MOTORISTS AND ADJACENT RESIDENTS - (SECOND READING):
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Sep 1, 2022
Re-organization of the Knox County Commission with election of Chair and Vice-Chair CONSIDERATION OF THE RE-ORGANIZATION OF THE KNOX COUNTY COMMISSION WITH THE ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR:
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 7-4-0-0
Split
Aug 22, 2022
Approve ordinance amending zoning code regarding Development Plan Appeals. O-22-6-104 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending the Knox County Code, Appendix A - Zoning, Article 6 entitled "Administration, Enforcement and Interpretation", by amending Subsections 6.40.01 and 6.50.07 and adding a new Subsection 6.50.08 to provide for Development Plan Appeals to a Court of competent jurisdiction. (Ord. No. O-90-9-130, adopted 9-10-90, as amended) on second reading. Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 6-4-0-1
Split
Aug 22, 2022
Approve ordinance amending zoning code regarding Development Plan Appeals. O-22-6-104 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending the Knox County Code, Appendix A - Zoning, Article 6 entitled "Administration, Enforcement and Interpretation", by amending Subsections 6.40.01 and 6.50.07 and adding a new Subsection 6.50.08 to provide for Development Plan Appeals to a Court of competent jurisdiction. (Ord. No. O-90-9-130, adopted 9-10-90, as amended) on second reading. Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Aug 22, 2022
Approve ordinance amending zoning code regarding Development Plan Appeals. O-22-6-104 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending the Knox County Code, Appendix A - Zoning, Article 6 entitled "Administration, Enforcement and Interpretation", by amending Subsections 6.40.01 and 6.50.07 and adding a new Subsection 6.50.08 to provide for Development Plan Appeals to a Court of competent jurisdiction. (Ord. No. O-90-9-130, adopted 9-10-90, as amended) on second reading. Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Substitute motion to defer:Failed 3-7-0-1
Split Failed
Aug 22, 2022
Approve rezoning A/RB to PR (2 units/acre) for 0 W Governor John Sevier Hwy. 4-T-22-RZ — Request of Terry E. Romans for rezoning from A (Agricultural) and RB (General Residential) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre 4-T-22-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 W Governor John Sevier Highway / Parcel ID 137 151. (Commission District 9) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Failed 4-2-4-1
Split Failed
Jun 27, 2022
Rezone 7921/7923 Thompson School Road from A to PR (Planned Residential). 4-M-22-RZ — Request of I-75 Land Partners, LLC for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 27, 2022
Approve NE County Sector Plan Amendment for Thompson School Road. 4-G-22-SP — Request of I-75 Land Partners, LLC for Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from AG (Agricultural), HP (Hillside Protection) and SP (Stream Protection) to LDR (Low Density Residential), HP (Hillside Protection) and SP (Stream Protection) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 27, 2022
Rezone E Governor John Sevier Hwy from A to PR (Planned Residential). 5-O-22-RZ — Request of Homestead Land Holdings, LLC for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 27, 2022
Approve O-22-6-104 amending zoning code regarding development plan appeals (First Reading). O-22-6-104 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending the Knox County Code, Appendix A - Zoning, Article 6 entitled "Administration, Enforcement and Interpretation", by amending Subsections 6.40.01 and 6.50.07 and adding a new Subsection 6.50.08 to provide for Development Plan Appeals to a Court of competent jurisdiction. (Ord. No. O-90-9-130, adopted 9-10-90, as amended) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 7-1-2-1
Split
Jun 27, 2022
Approve O-22-6-102 adopting County Sheriff's Civil Service Law (First Reading). O-22-6-102 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 42 by repealing Sections 42-51 through 42-66 and by adding a new Section 42-51 to adopt the provisions of Tenn. Code Ann. § 8-8-401 et seq., known as the "County Sheriff's Civil Service Law of 1974", in order to bring Knox County into compliance with State law. (Ord. No. O-90-9-111, adopted 9-10-90; Ord. No. O-91-8-114, adopted 11-25-91; Ord. No. O-94-10-101, adopted 12-1-94; Ord. No. O-95-4-101, adopted 4-24-95; Ord. No. O-19-1-101, adopted 2-25-19; Ord. No. O-20-7-102, adopted 9-28-20; Ord. No. O-21-7-105, adopted 8-23-21; and Ord. No. O-21-7-106, adopted 8-23-21) Public safety
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Failed 2-4-4-1
Split Failed
Jun 27, 2022
Levy a Mineral Severance Tax for Knox County. R-22-6-902 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, to levy a Mineral Severance Tax for Knox County Budget & taxes
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 27, 2022
Amend R-21-4-901 regarding delegation of authority to Industrial Development Board. R-22-6-901 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending that certain Resolution No. R-21-4-901 delegating to the Industrial Development Board of the County of Knox the authority to negotiate, accept and/or waive payments in lieu of taxes, and finding that such payments or the waiver thereof are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the board as defined in Tenn. Code Ann. § 7-53-305 and approving an amendment to Development Agreement Intergovernmental & resolutions
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
May 23, 2022
Rezone from A Ag/CA/CB/RA to PR Planned Residential (Thunder Mountain Properties, LLC). RZ-22-5-122 — ZONING REQUESTS – (CONTINUED): 27. Consideration of the request of Thunder Mountain Properties, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural, CA General Business, CB Business and Manufacturing and RA Low Density Residential to PR Planned Residential up to 3 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8802 Sevierville Pike and 0 Dry Hollow Road, Parcel ID 138 274 and 270 ( part of). (Commission District 9) Planning Commission’s file number: 11-F-21-RZ. Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
May 23, 2022
Rezone from A Ag/CA/CB/RA to PR Planned Residential (Thunder Mountain Properties, LLC). RZ-22-5-122 — ZONING REQUESTS – (CONTINUED): 27. Consideration of the request of Thunder Mountain Properties, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural, CA General Business, CB Business and Manufacturing and RA Low Density Residential to PR Planned Residential up to 3 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8802 Sevierville Pike and 0 Dry Hollow Road, Parcel ID 138 274 and 270 ( part of). (Commission District 9) Planning Commission’s file number: 11-F-21-RZ. Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Substitute motion:Failed 5-6-0-0
Split Failed
May 23, 2022
South County Sector Plan Amendment (Thunder Mountain Properties, LLC). RZ-22-5-121 — ZONING REQUESTS – (CONTINUED): 26. Consideration of the request of Thunder Mountain Properties, LLC for South County Sector Plan Amendment from AG Agricultural and HP Hillside Protection to LDR Low Density Residential and HP Hillside Protection was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8802 Sevierville Pike and 0 Dry Hollow Road, Parcel ID 138 274 and 270 (part of). (Commission District 9) Planning Commission’s file number: 11-B-21-SP. Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
May 23, 2022
Rezone from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential (Jerry Price). RZ-22-5-103 — ZONING REQUESTS: 3. Consideration of the request of Jerry Price for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located 0 East Governor John Sevier Highway, Parcel ID 111 058. (Commission District 9) Planning Commission’s file number: 4-E-22-RZ. Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
May 23, 2022
Rezone from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential (Jerry Price). RZ-22-5-103 — ZONING REQUESTS: 3. Consideration of the request of Jerry Price for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located 0 East Governor John Sevier Highway, Parcel ID 111 058. (Commission District 9) Planning Commission’s file number: 4-E-22-RZ. Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Substitute motion:Failed 3-8-0-0
Split Failed
May 23, 2022
Request Planning Commission to amend zoning ordinance for use on review appeals. R-22-5-903 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, REQUESTING THE KNOXVILLE-KNOX COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION TO RECOMMEND AMENDMENTS TO THE KNOX COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR USE ON REVIEW APPEALS TO A COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION - R-22-5-903: Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Apr 25, 2022
Appoint John Marshall and Christopher Manning to Merit System Council. R-22-4-111 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, appointing Mr. John Marshall as a member and Mr. Christopher Manning as an alternate member on the Merit System Council for Employees of the Knox County Sheriff's Office. (Member term expires April 30, 2025 and alternate member term expires April 30, 2023) Personnel & appointments
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Jan 24, 2022
Rezoning request by Ball Homes, LLC 12-K-21-RZ — CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST OF BALL HOMES, LLC FOR REZONING FROM A AGRICULTURAL TO PR PLANNED RESIDENTIAL UP TO 4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 7-4-0-0
Split
Jan 24, 2022
Rezoning request by Safe Harbor Residential 12-I-21-RZ — CONSIDERATION OF THE REQUEST OF SAFE HARBOR RESIDENTIAL FOR REZONING FROM A AGRICULTURAL TO PR PANNED RESIDENTIAL UP TO 3 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 7-4-0-0
Split
Nov 15, 2021
First Reading: Amend Knox County Code Ch. 42 re: County Sheriff's Civil Service Law O-21-11-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 42 by repealing Sections 42-51 through 42-66 and by adding a new Section 42-51 to adopt the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated § 8-8-401 et seq., known as the “County Sheriff’s Civil Service Law of 1974” in order to bring Knox County into compliance with state law (amends Ordinance O-90-9-111, adopted September 10, 1990; Ordinance O-91-8-114, adopted November 25, 1991; Ordinance O-94-10-101, adopted December 1, 1994; Ordinance O-95-4-101, adopted April 24, 1995; Ordinance O-19-1-101, adopted February 25, 2019; Ordinance O-20-7-102, adopted September 28, 2020; Ordinance O-21-7-105, adopted August 23, 2021; and Ordinance O-21-7-106, adopted August 23, 2021) – O-21-11-101 - (First Reading): Public safety
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Failed 3-8-0-0
Split Failed
Oct 28, 2021
Ordinance to establish Board of Education Districts for Knox County (Second Reading) O-21-10-102-SS — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Section 2-911 entitled "Districts" to establish the Board of Education Districts for the County of Knox. (Ord. No. O-01-11-101-SS adopted 11-19-01; Ord. No. O-01-12-104, adopted 1-28-02; and Ord. No. O-11-10-102, adopted 11-10-11): O-21-10-102-SS SECOND READING: Schools
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Oct 28, 2021
Ordinance to establish County Commission Districts for Knox County (Second Reading) O-21-10-101-SS — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Section 2-31 entitled "Districts" to establish the County Commission Districts for the County of Knox. (Ord. No. O-91-11-104, adopted 12-16-91; Ord. No. O-01-7-103, adopted 8-27-01; Ord. No. O-09-8-103, adopted 9-28-09; and Ord. No. O-11-10-101, adopted 11-10-11) (SECOND READING): Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Oct 28, 2021
Ordinance to establish County Commission Districts for Knox County (Second Reading) O-21-10-101-SS — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Section 2-31 entitled "Districts" to establish the County Commission Districts for the County of Knox. (Ord. No. O-91-11-104, adopted 12-16-91; Ord. No. O-01-7-103, adopted 8-27-01; Ord. No. O-09-8-103, adopted 9-28-09; and Ord. No. O-11-10-101, adopted 11-10-11) (SECOND READING): Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Substitute motion:Failed 2-8-1-0
Split Failed
Oct 28, 2021
Ordinance to establish County Commission Districts for Knox County (Second Reading) O-21-10-101-SS — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Section 2-31 entitled "Districts" to establish the County Commission Districts for the County of Knox. (Ord. No. O-91-11-104, adopted 12-16-91; Ord. No. O-01-7-103, adopted 8-27-01; Ord. No. O-09-8-103, adopted 9-28-09; and Ord. No. O-11-10-101, adopted 11-10-11) (SECOND READING): Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Substitute motion to defer:Failed 2-8-0-1
Split Failed
Oct 25, 2021
Appeal of Sector Plan Amendment denial; motion to approve failed 6-C-21-SP — Appeal by Pavel and Emilia Gushtyuk of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission’s decision to deny a Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from NC (Neighborhood Commercial) to GC (General Commercial Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Failed 3-7-1-0
Split Failed
Oct 25, 2021
Appeal of Sector Plan Amendment denial; motion to approve failed 6-C-21-SP — Appeal by Pavel and Emilia Gushtyuk of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission’s decision to deny a Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from NC (Neighborhood Commercial) to GC (General Commercial Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Failed 4-7-0-0
Split Failed
Oct 21, 2021
Ordinance amending Knox County Code Section 2-31 to establish County Commission Districts on first reading O-21-10-101-SS — CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING KNOX COUNTY CODE, SECTION 2-31 ENTITLED "DISTRICTS" TO ESTABLISH THE COUNTY COMMISSION DISTRICTS FOR THE COUNTY OF KNOX. (ORD. NO. O-91-11-104, ADOPTED 12-16-91; ORD. NO. O-01-7-103, ADOPTED 8-27-01; ORD. NO. O-09-8-103, ADOPTED 9-28-09; AND ORD. NO. O-11-10-101, ADOPTED 11-10-11) (FIRST READING) Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Substitute motion to defer:Failed 2-9-0-0
Split Failed
Sep 27, 2021
Approve rezoning from A to PR at 3 dwelling units/acre for Mesana Investments, LLC. 8-K-21-RZ — Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Sep 27, 2021
Approve rezoning from A to PR at 3 dwelling units/acre for Mesana Investments, LLC. 8-K-21-RZ — Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Failed 5-6-0-0
Split Failed
Sep 27, 2021
Deny rezoning for S & E Properties from 2.5 to 4 dwelling units per acre. 8-H-21-RZ — Consideration of the request of S & E Properties for rezoning from PR Planned Residential with up to 2.5 dwelling units per acre to PR Planned Residential with up to 4 dwelling units per acre Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Failed 7-4-0-0
Split Failed
Aug 23, 2021
Amend Merit System section on filling vacancies. O-21-7-106 — CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 42, ARTICLE II, DIVISION 2 ENTITLED "EMPLOYEES' MERIT SYSTEM" TO PROVIDE FOR AMENDMENTS TO SECTION 42-59 ENTITLED "FILLING OF VACANCIES". (ORD. NO. O-90-9-111, ADOPTED 9-10-90 AND ORD. NO. O-20-7-102, ADOPTED 9-28-20): SECOND READING:O-21-7-106: Personnel & appointments
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Aug 23, 2021
Establish requirements for Merit System Council meetings. O-21-7-105 — CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 42, ARTICLE II, DIVISION 2 ENTITLED "EMPLOYEES' MERIT SYSTEM" TO ESTABLISH REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CONDUCT OF MERIT SYSTEM COUNCIL MEETINGS IN SECTION 42-54. (ORD. NO. O-90-9-111, ADOPTED 9-10-90): SECOND READING: Personnel & appointments
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Aug 23, 2021
Prohibit tobacco/vapor products in county parks/playgrounds/greenways. O-21-7-103 — CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 27, ARTICLE I ENTITLED "PARKS" TO DELETE CERTAIN DEFINITIONS IN SECTION 27-1, DELETE SUBSECTION 27-9(B) IN ITS ENTIRETY, AND ADD A NEW SECTION 27-16 ENTITLED "USE OF TOBACCO AND VAPOR PRODUCTS PROHIBITED" TO EXPAND THE SMOKING PROHIBITION ON THE GROUNDS OF COUNTY-OWNED PLAYGROUNDS TO INCLUDE THE USE OF TOBACCO AND VAPOR PRODUCTS ON THE GROUNDS OF A COUNTY-OWNED OR CONTROLLED PUBLIC PARK, PUBLIC PLAYGROUND, PUBLIC GREENWAY, OR ANY PUBLIC PROPERTY THAT IS ACCESSIBLE TO USE BY YOUTH. (ORD. NO. O-10-4-102, ADOPTED 5-24-10, ORD. NO. O-20-11-101, ADOPTED 12-21-20, AND ESTABLISHING SECTION 27-16): SECOND READING: Parks & community
John Schoonmaker’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-2-0
Split
Jul 26, 2021
Approve rezoning for Benjamin C. Mullins (PC/RA to CN). 3-D-21-RZ — Consideration of the request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O Home Federal Bank for rezoning from PC Planned Commercial/RA Low Density Residential to CN Neighborhood Commercial.
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 6-4-1-0
Split
Jul 26, 2021
Approve SW County Sector Plan Amendment for Benjamin C. Mullins. 3-A-21-SP — Consideration of the request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O Home Federal Bank for Southwest County Sector Plan Amendment from LDR Low Density Residential to MU-NC Mixed Use – Neighborhood Center.
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Adopted 6-4-1-0
Split
Jul 26, 2021
Approve rezoning for Jenkins Builders, Inc. (A Ag to PR, 3 units/acre). RZ-21-7-101 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Jenkins Builders, Inc. for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential for 3 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s Staff recommendation. Zoning & land use
John Schoonmaker’s vote: No Substitute motion:Failed 5-5-1-0
Split Failed

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