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Larsen Jay’s votes split votes

100 recorded votes: 83 aye · 16 no · 1 abstain

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Jun 23, 2025
Ordinance on First Reading: "Fluoride Prohibition" in Knox County Code. O-25-6-101 — CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING THE KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 38, TO ADD A NEW ARTICLE IX, ENTITLED "FLUORIDE PROHIBITION." (KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 38, ARTICLE IX, ESTABLISHING SEC. 28-301) (FIRST READING) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Failed 3-7-0-1
Split Failed
Jun 23, 2025
Approve resolution re: Richard L. Bean Juvenile Service Center & Board appointments. R-25-6-903 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, 1) AUTHORIZING THE KNOX COUNTY MAYOR TO HIRE A QUALIFIED TRANSITION ADVISOR/INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT TO BE PLACED AT THE RICHARD L. BEAN JUVENILE SERVICE CENTER TO SERVE THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2025; 2) REQUESTING CTAS TO COMPLETE A COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF THE RICHARD L. BEAN JUVENILE SERVICE CENTER; 3) REQUESTING THE TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES OFFICE OF CHILD WELFARE SERVICES TO CONTINUE WEEKLY MONITORING VISITS TO THE RICHARD L. BEAN JUVENILE SERVICE CENTER; AND 4) APPOINTING FOUR (4) COMMISSIONERS TO THE JUVENILE SERVICE CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO SERVE UNTIL AUGUST 31, 2026. Public safety
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-3-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve resolution re: Richard L. Bean Juvenile Service Center & Board appointments. R-25-6-903 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, 1) AUTHORIZING THE KNOX COUNTY MAYOR TO HIRE A QUALIFIED TRANSITION ADVISOR/INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT TO BE PLACED AT THE RICHARD L. BEAN JUVENILE SERVICE CENTER TO SERVE THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2025; 2) REQUESTING CTAS TO COMPLETE A COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF THE RICHARD L. BEAN JUVENILE SERVICE CENTER; 3) REQUESTING THE TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES OFFICE OF CHILD WELFARE SERVICES TO CONTINUE WEEKLY MONITORING VISITS TO THE RICHARD L. BEAN JUVENILE SERVICE CENTER; AND 4) APPOINTING FOUR (4) COMMISSIONERS TO THE JUVENILE SERVICE CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO SERVE UNTIL AUGUST 31, 2026. Public safety
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Substitute motion to amend:Failed 4-5-1-1
Split Failed Decided with 1 absent — margin 1
Jun 23, 2025
Approve Emergency Ordinance O-25-6-102: Repeal and adopt new sections for Juvenile Detention Center. O-25-6-102 — CONSIDERATION OF AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, TO REPEAL CHAPTER 18, ARTICLE IV, DIVISION 2 (SECTIONS 18-141 THROUGH 18-143) OF THE KNOX COUNTY CODE RELATIVE TO THE JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER AND ADOPTING NEW SECTIONS 18-141 AND 18-142 TO PLACE THE OPERATION AND CONTROL OF THE JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER UNDER THE SHERIFF OF KNOX COUNTY AND TO CREATE A BOARD OF DIRECTORS. AMENDS ORDINANCE NUMBER O-91-8-107, ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 29, 1991. (FIRST READING) Public safety
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve 28 Defined Service Agreements funded by FY26 General/Hotel/Motel Tax Funds. R-25-6-506 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING THE FOLLOWING TWENTY-EIGHT (28) DEFINED SERVICE AGREEMENTS FUNDED IN THE FY 2026 BUDGET GENERAL FUND AND HOTEL/MOTEL TAX FUND: BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE TENNESSEE VALLEY IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000; CASA OF EAST TENNESSEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000; CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF EAST TENNESSEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $45,000; CENTRO HISPANO DE EAST TENNESSEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $35,000; COMMUNITY COALITION AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING IN THE AMOUNT OF $12,500; COMMUNITY MEDIATION CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000; EAST TN FREEDOM SCHOOLS IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,000; EMERALD YOUTH FOUNDATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $15,000; FRIENDS OF LITERACY IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000; HELEN ROSS MCNABB CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000; HELPING MAMAS, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,000; HILLCREST HEALTHCARE COMMUNITIES, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $12,500; INTERFAITH HEALTH CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000; KEEP KNOXVILLE BEAUTIFUL IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000; KIM HEALTH CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000; KNOXVILLE FAMILY JUSTICE CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000; MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF EAST TENNESSEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $35,000; OLIVE TREE EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY IN THE AMOUNT OF $12,250; REBOOT RECOVERY IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,000; ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE OF GREATER KNOXVILLE IN THE AMOUNT OF $425,000; ASIAN CULTURE CENTER OF TN IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000; BECK CULTURAL EXCHANGE CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF $75,000; LEGACY PARKS FOUNDATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $125,000; THE MUSE KNOXVILLE IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000; ZOO KNOXVILLE IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,175,000; EAST TN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000; FARRAGUT WEST KNOX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000; AND GREATER KNOXVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,270,500. Contracts & purchasing
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-2-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve 10 agreements in Opioid Settlement funds for remediation strategies. R-25-6-501 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING TEN (10) AGREEMENTS IN OPIOID SETTLEMENT PROGRAM FUNDS FOR VARIOUS REMEDIATION STRATEGIES ADDRESSING OPIOID SUBSTANCE MISUSE WITH THE RESTORATION HOUSE OF EAST TN IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000; METRO DRUG COALITION IN THE AMOUNT OF $150,000; KNOXVILLE LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION (AMACHI) IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000; YWCA KNOXVILLE AND THE TENNESSEE VALLEY IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000; VOLUNTEER MINISTRY CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000; WESLEY HOUSE COMMUNITY CENTER IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000; HELEN ROSS MCNABB CENTER (EMPATH) IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,000; HELEN ROSS MCNABB CENTER (CENTERPOINTE) IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000,000; KNOXVILLE LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION (KNOXWORX) IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,000; AND SUMMIT MEDICAL GROUP IN THE AMOUNT OF $425,000.00. (FUNDED WITH OPIOID ABATEMENT AND SUBDIVISION SETTLEMENT FUNDS). Contracts & purchasing
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Appoint Lane Dukart to Knox County Library Advisory Board. R-25-6-113 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPOINTING LANE DUKART (DISTRICT 4 SEAT) TO THE KNOX COUNTY LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD. (TERM EXPIRES JULY 1, 2028) Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Confirm reappointments of Counts and Jordan to Visit Knoxville Board. R-25-6-110 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, CONFIRMING THE KNOX COUNTY MAYOR'S REAPPOINTMENTS OF MARGARET COUNTS AND PAUL JORDAN TO THE VISIT KNOXVILLE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. (TERMS EXPIRE JUNE 30, 2028) Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-1-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve professional services agreement with Martha Pack d.b.a. Adapt & Stay, LLC (heard later). R-25-6-508 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A PROGRAM-BASED PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MARTHA PACK D.B.A. ADAPT & STAY, LLC FOR AGING IN PLACE AND OCCUPATIONAL SERVICES TO ELDERLY INDIVIDUALS RECEIVING SERVICES IN THE KNOX COUNTY HOME REHABILITATION (KCHR) PROGRAM. (FEDERALLY FUNDED BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT'S (HUD) OLDER ADULT HOME MODIFICATION PROGRAM).
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve 3 CDBG agreements: Knoxville-Knox Co CA C, Neighborhd Housing, UT (HMIS) (heard later). R-25-6-507 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING THREE (3) AGREEMENTS IN 2025 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM FUNDS WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICE PROVIDERS FOR VARIOUS ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS: KNOXVILLE-KNOX COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE (HOMEWARD BOUND PROGRAM) IN THE AMOUNT OF $132,000, NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING INC. (OPERATION BACKYARD) IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000, AND THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE (HMIS) IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000. (FEDERALLY FUNDED THROUGH HUD CDBG PROGRAM FUNDS) (NO LOCAL MATCH REQUIRED)
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve subscription agreement with Home for Life Design for KCHR Program case mgmt (heard later). R-25-6-505 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A PROGRAM-BASED SUBSCRIPTION AGREEMENT WITH HOME FOR LIFE DESIGN FOR THE CASE MANAGEMENT OF SERVICES RENDERED TO AGING IN PLACE APPLICANTS IN THE KNOX COUNTY HOME REHABILITATION (KCHR) PROGRAM. (FEDERALLY FUNDED BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT'S (HUD) OLDER ADULT HOME MODIFICATION PROGRAM)
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve master agreement with Trans Union LLC for KCHR Program loan approvals (heard later). R-25-6-504 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A PROGRAM-BASED MASTER AGREEMENT FOR CONSUMER REPORTING AND ANCILLARY SERVICES WITH TRANS UNION, LLC FOR LOW-MODERATE INCOME HOMEOWNER REHABILITATION LOAN APPLICATION APPROVALS IN THE KNOX COUNTY HOME REHABILITATION (KCHR) PROGRAM. (FEDERALLY FUNDED BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT'S (HUD) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM)
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve 10 KCHR Program contracts for contractor services (heard later). R-25-6-503 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING TEN (10) CONTRACTS WITH A-1 CERTIFIED SERVICE, INC.; BALLINGER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY; FIRST PLACE FINISH, INC.; KWS, INC.; MILLER'S ELECTRIC, LLC; STANLEY HOMES, LLC; SOUTHEAST RESTORATION GROUP OF GEORGIA, INC.; DPN BUILDERS; KRUG & SONS, INC.; AND CONRAD CONTRACTING FOR CONTRACTOR SERVICES IN THE KNOX COUNTY HOME REHABILITATION (KCHR) PROGRAM. (FEDERALLY FUNDED BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) AND U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY).
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-2-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve professional services agreement with Martha Pack d.b.a. Adapt & Stay, LLC. R-25-6-508 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A PROGRAM-BASED PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MARTHA PACK D.B.A. ADAPT & STAY, LLC FOR AGING IN PLACE AND OCCUPATIONAL SERVICES TO ELDERLY INDIVIDUALS RECEIVING SERVICES IN THE KNOX COUNTY HOME REHABILITATION (KCHR) PROGRAM. (FEDERALLY FUNDED BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT'S (HUD) OLDER ADULT HOME MODIFICATION PROGRAM). Contracts & purchasing
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve 3 CDBG agreements: Knoxville-Knox Co CA C, Neighborhd Housing, UT (HMIS). R-25-6-507 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING THREE (3) AGREEMENTS IN 2025 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM FUNDS WITH THE FOLLOWING SERVICE PROVIDERS FOR VARIOUS ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS: KNOXVILLE-KNOX COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE (HOMEWARD BOUND PROGRAM) IN THE AMOUNT OF $132,000, NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING INC. (OPERATION BACKYARD) IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000, AND THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE (HMIS) IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000. (FEDERALLY FUNDED THROUGH HUD CDBG PROGRAM FUNDS) (NO LOCAL MATCH REQUIRED) Contracts & purchasing
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve subscription agreement with Home for Life Design for KCHR Program case management. R-25-6-505 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A PROGRAM-BASED SUBSCRIPTION AGREEMENT WITH HOME FOR LIFE DESIGN FOR THE CASE MANAGEMENT OF SERVICES RENDERED TO AGING IN PLACE APPLICANTS IN THE KNOX COUNTY HOME REHABILITATION (KCHR) PROGRAM. (FEDERALLY FUNDED BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT'S (HUD) OLDER ADULT HOME MODIFICATION PROGRAM) Contracts & purchasing
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve master agreement with Trans Union LLC for KCHR Program loan application approvals. R-25-6-504 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A PROGRAM-BASED MASTER AGREEMENT FOR CONSUMER REPORTING AND ANCILLARY SERVICES WITH TRANS UNION, LLC FOR LOW-MODERATE INCOME HOMEOWNER REHABILITATION LOAN APPLICATION APPROVALS IN THE KNOX COUNTY HOME REHABILITATION (KCHR) PROGRAM. (FEDERALLY FUNDED BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT'S (HUD) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM) Contracts & purchasing
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
Split
Jun 23, 2025
Approve 10 KCHR Program contracts for contractor services. R-25-6-503 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING TEN (10) CONTRACTS WITH A-1 CERTIFIED SERVICE, INC.; BALLINGER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY; FIRST PLACE FINISH, INC.; KWS, INC.; MILLER'S ELECTRIC, LLC; STANLEY HOMES, LLC; SOUTHEAST RESTORATION GROUP OF GEORGIA, INC.; DPN BUILDERS; KRUG & SONS, INC.; AND CONRAD CONTRACTING FOR CONTRACTOR SERVICES IN THE KNOX COUNTY HOME REHABILITATION (KCHR) PROGRAM. (FEDERALLY FUNDED BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) AND U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY). Contracts & purchasing
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-2-0-1
Split
Jun 16, 2025
Substitute motion to rezone from A to PR (3.75 du/acre) for Mesana Investments LLC. Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments LLC for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential), up to 4 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8022 Hill Road / Parcel ID 028 132. (Planning Commission’s File Number: 4-O-25-RZ) (7th Commission District)
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
Jun 16, 2025
Rezone from A to PR (10 du/acre) for Taylor D. Forrester at Ebenezer Road. Consideration of the request of Taylor D. Forrester 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 1439, 1445, 1447 Ebenezer Road / Parcel ID 144 096, 097, 095 (part of). (Planning Commission’s File Number: 5-Q-25-RZ) (4th Commission District)
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-1-0
Split
May 19, 2025
Appropriate $8,809,000.00 to non-profit organizations for FY2025-2026. R-25-5-804 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROPRIATING THE AMOUNT OF $8,809,000.00 TO NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, FOR THE YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2025 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2026 Budget & taxes
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Substitute motion:Failed 1-10-0-0
Split Failed
May 19, 2025
Establish General County Budget and make appropriations for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. R-25-5-801 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, ESTABLISHING A GENERAL COUNTY BUDGET AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FROM THE SEVERAL FUNDS FOR DEPARTMENTS, INSTITUTIONS, OFFICES AND AGENCIES OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2025 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2026 Budget & taxes
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-1-0
Split
May 19, 2025
Establish General County Budget and make appropriations for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. R-25-5-801 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, ESTABLISHING A GENERAL COUNTY BUDGET AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FROM THE SEVERAL FUNDS FOR DEPARTMENTS, INSTITUTIONS, OFFICES AND AGENCIES OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2025 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2026 Budget & taxes
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Motion to end debate:Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
May 19, 2025
Establish General County Budget and make appropriations for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. R-25-5-801 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, ESTABLISHING A GENERAL COUNTY BUDGET AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FROM THE SEVERAL FUNDS FOR DEPARTMENTS, INSTITUTIONS, OFFICES AND AGENCIES OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2025 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2026 Budget & taxes
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Substitute motion to defer:Failed 2-9-0-0
Split Failed
May 19, 2025
Approve grant contract with TN Dept. of Health for Ryan White Part B Services. R-25-5-601 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A GRANT CONTRACT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $689,600.00 WITH THE TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FOR THE PROVISION OF RYAN WHITE PART B SERVICES FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING APRIL 1, 2025 AND ENDING MARCH 31, 2026 (NO LOCAL MATCH REQUIRED)
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
May 19, 2025
Approve grant contract with TN Dept. of Health for Ryan White Part B Services. R-25-5-601 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A GRANT CONTRACT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $689,600.00 WITH THE TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FOR THE PROVISION OF RYAN WHITE PART B SERVICES FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING APRIL 1, 2025 AND ENDING MARCH 31, 2026 (NO LOCAL MATCH REQUIRED) Public safety
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Apr 28, 2025
Amend code to add procedures for legislative grant review O-25-4-101 — AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING THE KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE VIII, "FINANCES", TO ADD A NEW DIVISION 5 ENTITLED "LEGISLATIVE REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS FOR STATE OR FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE" TO ESTABLISH NEW PROCEDURES TO REVIEW GRANTS. (KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE VIII, ESTABLISHING DIVISION 5 AND SEC. 2-565, PREVIOUSLY RESERVED)(FIRST READING) Budget & taxes
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion to defer:Adopted 7-4-0-0
Split
Apr 28, 2025
Approve Consolidated & Annual Action Plans, accept HUD funds R-25-4-502 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, 1) approving the 2025-2029 Knox County Consolidated Plan establishing community development priorities; 2) approving the 2025 Knox County Annual Action Plan identifying activities Knox County will undertake for program year July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026; and 3) authorizing the acceptance of anticipated U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) federal funds in an amount up to $1,200,000.00 in CDBG Program funds and up to $410,000.00 in HOME Program funds Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Mar 24, 2025
Approve rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential (3 units/acre) for Mesana Investments RZ-25-3-103 — 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 2748 and 2720 Cunningham Road and 6930 Shady Lane, Parcel ID 048 027 (part of), 028 (part of), and 02802. (7th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 1-I-25-RZ) Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-5-0-0
Split
Mar 24, 2025
Approve rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential (2 units/acre) for Mesana Investments RZ-25-3-102 — Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 6 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 205 North Wooddale Road, Parcel ID 062 047. (8th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 12-D-24-RZ) Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-4-1-0
Split
Mar 24, 2025
Approve rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential (2 units/acre) for Mesana Investments RZ-25-3-102 — Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 6 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 205 North Wooddale Road, Parcel ID 062 047. (8th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 12-D-24-RZ) Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Failed 5-5-1-0
Split Failed
Mar 24, 2025
Approve rezoning from A Agricultural to CN Neighborhood Commercial for Terry Romans R-25-3-101 — Consideration of the request of Terry Romans for rezoning from A Agricultural to CN Neighborhood Commercial was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1907 East Governor John Sevier Highway, Parcel ID 111 03606. (9th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 1-M-25-RZ) Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-2-1-0
Split
Feb 24, 2025
Approve rezoning request of Thomas Burdette for 7217 Bell Road RZ-25-2-103 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Thomas Burdette for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to RA (Low Density Residential) as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-5-0-0
Split
Feb 24, 2025
Approve HUD award for aging in place home modifications for seniors. R-25-2-501 — CONSIDERATION OF A U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) AWARD IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000,000.00 TO FUND AGING IN PLACE HOME MODIFICATIONS FOR LOW-INCOME KNOX COUNTY SENIOR RESIDENTS. (NO LOCAL MATCH REQUIRED) – Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Jan 27, 2025
Approve contract with Ernst & Young LLP for consulting services R-25-1-502 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Ernst & Young LLP for the provision of consulting services for a housing inventory, market assessment, and disaster resiliency analysis funded through the Regional Catastrophic Preparedness Grant (no local match required) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
Jan 27, 2025
Approve Policies and Procedures for Infrastructure Development Districts R-25-1-902 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving certain Policies and Procedures relating to the Consideration of Petitions for the Creation of Infrastructure Development Districts Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Jan 22, 2025
Establish 2814 Tipton Station Road Residential Infrastructure Development District R-25-1-101-PH — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, establishing the 2814 Tipton Station Road Residential Infrastructure Development District was before the Board of Commissioners. Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Jan 22, 2025
Deny rezoning for William Dale Rhoton at 611 W Governor John Sevier Hwy. 4-O-24-RZ — Consideration of the request of William Dale Rhoton for rezoning from A Agricultural to RB General Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 611 West Governor John Sevier Highway, Parcel ID 137 144 01. (9th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 4-O-24-RZ) Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion to deny:Adopted 6-5-0-0
Split
Jan 22, 2025
Defer rezoning for Mesana Investments LLC at 205 N Wooddale Rd to Feb 2025. 12-D-24-RZ — Consideration of the request of Mesana Investments LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 6 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 205 North Wooddale Road, Parcel ID 062 047. (8th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 12-D-24-RZ) Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion to defer:Adopted 6-5-0-0
Split
Dec 16, 2024
Approve MOUs/Interagency Agreement to obligate SLFRF funds R-24-12-901 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING THREE (3) MEMORANDUMS OF UNDERSTANDING WITH KNOX COUNTY DEPARTMENTS AND ONE (1) INTERAGENCY AGREEMENT WITH THE PUBLIC BUILDING AUTHORITY (PBA) TO OBLIGATE STATE AND LOCAL FISCAL RECOVERY FUNDS (SLFRF) FOR INTERNAL KNOX COUNTY PROJECTS AS REQUIRED TO MEET THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY’S DEADLINE TO OBLIGATE ALL FUNDS PROVIDED UNDER THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT BY DECEMBER 31, 2024. (NO LOCAL MATCH REQUIRED) Budget & taxes
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Dec 16, 2024
Approve HUD HOME funds agreement for Scenic View at Hardin Valley R-24-12-502 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH DGA HARDIN VALLEY LP IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000,000.00 IN U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM FUNDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR (4) FLOATING UNITS OF AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING TO BE KNOWN AS SCENIC VIEW AT HARDIN VALLEY. (NO LOCAL MATCH REQUIRED) Contracts & purchasing
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
Dec 16, 2024
Approve grant for Broadband Readiness Community program R-24-12-501 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING A GRANT CONTRACT FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF A U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY SLFRF-ARP FEDERAL AWARD, PASSED-THROUGH THE STATE OF TENNESSEE, DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (TNECD), IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000.00 FOR THE ADMINISTRATION AND CONDUCT OF THE BROADBAND READINESS COMMUNITY - ADOPTION READY PROGRAM. (NO LOCAL MATCH REQUIRED) Contracts & purchasing
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Dec 9, 2024
Rezone 2528-2536 W Beaver Creek Drive from A to PR (24 du/acre) with conditions. 9-I-24-RZ — REQUEST OF BENJAMIN C. MULLINS FOR REZONING FROM A (AGRICULTURAL) TO PR (PLANNED RESIDENTIAL) UP TO 24 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE. PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2528 AND 2536 W BEAVER CREEK DRIVE / PARCEL ID 067 061, 062. (PLANNING COMMISSION’S FILE NUMBER: 9-I-24-RZ) (7TH COMMISSION DISTRICT) Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Substitute motion:Failed 2-8-0-1
Split Failed
Nov 18, 2024
Express commitment to protecting the innocence of children R-24-11-903 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, expressing the Commission’s commitment to Protecting the Innocence of Children Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Failed 3-8-0-0
Split Failed
Nov 18, 2024
Approve Written Standards for Rapid Re-Housing Program R-24-11-504 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Written Standards that govern the rapid re-housing program serving homeless individuals in Knox County that is funded with pass-through Tennessee Housing Development Authority (THDA) Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-2-1-0
Split
Nov 18, 2024
Approve Written Standards for Rapid Re-Housing Program R-24-11-504 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Written Standards that govern the rapid re-housing program serving homeless individuals in Knox County that is funded with pass-through Tennessee Housing Development Authority (THDA) Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Failed 2-9-0-0
Split Failed
Nov 18, 2024
Approve EECBG award for energy efficient home modifications R-24-11-503 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) award in the amount of $279,650.00 from the U.S. Department of Energy to fund energy efficient home modifications for low-income households in Knox County through the Knox County Home Rehabilitation Program (no local match required) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-1-0
Split
Nov 18, 2024
Approve Amendment One to CDBG Contract for Homeward Bound Program R-24-11-501 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Number One to Contract Number 24-580 with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide additional Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program funds in the amount of $6,181.20 for a total of $131,507.75 for the administration of the Homeward Bound Program serving homeless individuals in Knox County (federally funded through HUD CDBG Program Funds) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-2-0
Split
Nov 12, 2024
Substitute motion to approve rezoning for Ryan S. Lynch, E Beaver Creek Dr 10-M-24-RZ — Consideration of the request of Ryan S. Lynch 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 0, 1302, 1304 East Beaver Creek Drive, Parcel ID 047 23401, 234, 23403. (7th Commission District) (Planning Commission’s file number: 10-M-24-RZ)
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Adopted 6-5-0-0
Split
Oct 28, 2024
Approve contract for creation of Unified Development Ordinance. R-24-10-403 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Inspire Placemaking Collective, Inc. in the amount of $437,080.00 for the creation of a Unified Development Ordinance. Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Oct 21, 2024
Initiate rezoning application (PR to A and RA) 24-10-5-RZ — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, to initiate an application for rezoning from PR (Planned Residential) to A (Agricultural) and RA (Low Density Residential) was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 8744 Chapman Highway / Parcel ID 138 104 (Part of). 24-10-5-RZ Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Failed 3-7-0-1
Split Failed
Oct 21, 2024
Initiate rezoning application (CA to A) 24-10-4-RZ — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, to initiate an application for rezoning from CA (General Business) to A (Agricultural) was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 8744 Chapman Highway / Parcel ID 138 104 (Part of). Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Failed 3-7-0-1
Split Failed
Oct 21, 2024
Initiate Plan Amendment 24-10-3-RZ — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, to initiate a Plan Amendment from CMU (Corridor Mixed-Use), HP (Hillside Protection) / CA (General Business) to TN (Traditional Neighborhood), POS (Parks and Open Space), TCMU (Town Center Mixed-Use), HP (Hillside Protection) / A (Agricultural) at 8744 Chapman Highway was before the Board of Commissioners. Parcel ID 138 104 (Part of). Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Failed 3-7-0-1
Split Failed
Oct 21, 2024
Initiate rezoning application (PR to A) 24-10-2-RZ — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, to initiate an application for rezoning from Planned Residential to Agricultural was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 8802 Sevierville Pike/Parcel ID 138 270 (Part of). Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Failed 3-8-0-0
Split Failed
Oct 21, 2024
Initiate rezoning application (PR to A) 24-10-1-RZ — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, to initiate an application for rezoning from Planned Residential to Agricultural was before the Board of Commissioners. Property is located at 2814 Tipton Station Road/Parcel ID 148 049 (Part of). Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Failed 3-8-0-0
Split Failed
Oct 21, 2024
Approve Mesana Investments rezoning (PR 3 to PR 5) with conditions RZ-24-10-107 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Mesana Investments, LLC for rezoning from PR (Planned Residential) up to 3 dwelling units per acre to PR (Planned Residential) up to 5 dwelling units per acre subject to conditions: 1) there is to be a Class B vegetation buffer along Tipton Station Road; and 2) there will be no access to Tipton Station Road. Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-5-0-0
Split
Oct 21, 2024
Defer William Dale Rhoton rezoning to November 2024 Substitute motion to defer this item to the November 2024 meeting.
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion to defer:Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Oct 21, 2024
Approve Logan Higgins rezoning (PR up to 2 to PR up to 8) RZ-24-10-109 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Logan Higgins for rezoning from PR(k) (Planned Residential) up to 2 dwelling units per acre to PR (Planned Residential) up to 8 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s recommendation (subject to the four (4) conditions included) Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
Oct 21, 2024
Approve Logan Higgins rezoning (PR up to 2 to PR up to 8) RZ-24-10-109 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Logan Higgins for rezoning from PR(k) (Planned Residential) up to 2 dwelling units per acre to PR (Planned Residential) up to 8 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s recommendation (subject to the four (4) conditions included) Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Motion to amend:Failed 5-6-0-0
Split Failed
Oct 21, 2024
Approve Logan Higgins Comprehensive Plan amendment (RC to SR) RZ-24-10-108 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Logan Higgins for a Comprehensive Plan amendment from RC (Rural Commercial) to SR (Suburban Residential) as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Adopted 6-5-0-0
Split
Sep 23, 2024
Appoint John Valliant to Sheriff's Office Employees' Merit System Board R-24-9-115 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, REAPPOINTING JOHN VALLIANT TO THE KNOX COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE EMPLOYEES’ MERIT SYSTEM BOARD OF DIRECTORS (TERM EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 30, 2027) Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Adopted 6-5-0-0
Split
Sep 16, 2024
Initiate rezoning of certain parcels within the Ninth District Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, to initiate rezoning of certain parcels within the Ninth District of Knox County, Tennessee
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Motion to amend:Failed 4-7-0-0
Split Failed
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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’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)
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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)
Larsen Jay’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)
Larsen Jay’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)
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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)
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: No 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: No 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: No 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: No 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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)
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
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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)
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Adopted 7-4-0-0
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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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-3-0-1
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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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-0-1
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