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Larsen Jay’s votes split votes

89 recorded votes: 69 aye · 20 no

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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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: No 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)
Larsen Jay’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)
Larsen Jay’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)
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: No 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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:
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-3-0
Split
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Adopted 7-4-0-0
Split
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: No 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’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):
Larsen Jay’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:
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: No 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: No 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: No 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: No 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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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
Larsen Jay’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.
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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.
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye 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
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Failed 5-5-1-0
Split Failed
Jul 26, 2021
Amend Merit System for Sheriff's Office and add Grievance Hearings (first reading). O-21-7-107 — 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 various amendments to the Merit System for classified employees of the Knox County Sheriff’s Office and to add a new Section 42-67 entitled “Grievance Hearings” to define grievances which are subject to a hearing before the Merit System Council (amending Ordinance O-90-9-111, adopted September 10, 1990; Ordinance O-94-10-101, adopted December 1, 1994; Ordinance O-20-7-102, adopted September 28, 2020; and establishing Section 42-67, previously reserved). Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Failed 2-9-0-0
Split Failed
Jul 26, 2021
Amend Merit System regarding filling of vacancies (first reading). 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” (amending Ordinance O-90-9-111, adopted September 10, 1990; and Ordinance O-20-7-102, adopted September 28, 2020).
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-3-2-0
Split
Jul 26, 2021
Amend Merit System regarding Council meeting conduct (first reading). 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 (amending Ordinance O-90-9-111, adopted September 10, 1990). Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Jul 26, 2021
Amend Merit System Council section (first reading). O-21-7-104 — 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 various amendments to Section 42-53 entitled “Merit System Council”. Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Failed 5-6-0-0
Split Failed
Jul 26, 2021
Amend Merit System Council section (first reading). O-21-7-104 — 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 various amendments to Section 42-53 entitled “Merit System Council”. Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Failed 5-6-0-0
Split Failed
Apr 26, 2021
Development Agreement for Andrew Johnson Building with BNA Associates, LLC R-21-4-901 — CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, REGARDING THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN KNOX COUNTY AND BNA ASSOCIATES, LLC, OR AN AFFILIATE THEREOF, FOR THE ANDREW JOHNSON BUILDING AND 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: Contracts & purchasing
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-2-0
Split
Mar 29, 2021
Amend County Code regarding Board of Health advisory role (Second Reading). O-20-12-101 — CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 38, ARTICLE II, DIVISION 1, SECTION 38-33 ENTITLED “COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH” TO PROVIDE FOR THE BOARD OF HEALTH TO SERVE AS AN ADVISORY BOARD TO THE KNOX COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT (AMENDS ORDINANCE O-96-3-102, ADOPTED APRIL 22, 1996) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
Mar 29, 2021
Rezone 8520 West Emory Road from A Agricultural/F Floodway to PR Planned Residential/F Floodway. RZ-21-3-102 — Consideration of the request of Josh Sanderson/Primos Land Company for rezoning from A Agricultural and F Floodway to PR Planned Residential and F Floodway up to 3 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8520 West Emory Road, Parcel ID 77 098, Commission District 6. Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-5-0-0
Split
Feb 22, 2021
Rezoning from Industrial/Residential/Floodway to Planned Residential/Floodway 1-E-21-RZ — Request of Randy Guignard / Café International LLC for rezoning from I (Industrial) / RB (General Residential) / F (Floodway) to PR (Planned Residential) / F (Floodway) up to 3.22 dwelling units per acre Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Adopted 6-3-2-0
Split
Feb 22, 2021
Approve construction of Video Courtroom Facility and contract R-21-2-303 — A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, APPROVING CONSTRUCTION OF A VIDEO COURTROOM FACILITY AT 5001 MALONEYVILLE ROAD AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED $1.5 MILLION AND APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH SHELTON GENERAL CONTRACTORS FOR SAID PURPOSE. (TO BE FUNDED THROUGH AN ESTIMATION AND APPROPRIATION RESOLUTION: Public safety
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Jan 25, 2021
Ordinance amending County Board of Health role O-20-12-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department (amends Ordinance O-96-3-102, adopted April 22, 1996) was before the Board of Commissioners on second reading. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion to defer:Adopted 6-5-0-0
Split
Jan 25, 2021
Ordinance amending County Board of Health role O-20-12-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department (amends Ordinance O-96-3-102, adopted April 22, 1996) was before the Board of Commissioners on second reading. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion to defer:Failed 3-8-0-0
Split Failed
Jan 25, 2021
Approve rezoning for Seth D. Schweitzer at 3430 Zion Lane RZ-21-1-103 — Consideration of the request of Seth D. Schweitzer for rezoning from PR Planned Residential to A Agricultural was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 3430 Zion Lane, Parcel ID 91 042, Commission District 6. Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Jan 25, 2021
Confirm Mayor's appointments to Health and Economic Well-Being Committee R-21-1-113 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, confirming the Knox County Mayor’s appointments of David Moon and Dr. Ramon DeGennaro as the economists, Dr. Kathleen Brown as the epidemiologist, Candace Viox and Allison Oaks as the Knox County business leaders, Dr. James Choo and Regina Hensley as the Knox County medical professionals, Dr. Carletta Smelcer and Dr. Joshua Williams as the psychologists or social workers, and Commissioner Dasha Lundy as the Knox County Commissioner on the Knox County Committee on Health and Economic Well-Being. (establishes staggered terms expiring January 31, 2023, January 31, 2024 or January 31, 2025; Commissioner serves a term to coincide with term of office as a member of the Commission) was before the Board of Commissioners. Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Dec 21, 2020
Approve ordinance amending County Board of Health advisory role O-20-12-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) O-20-12-101 was before the Board of Commissioners on first reading. Ms. Martha Buchanan, Director, Knox County Health Department, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. David Buuck, Knox County Law Director, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Ward moved to approve O-20-12-101 – Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) on first reading. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion. Commissioner Jay moved as a substitute motion to postpone 120 days to the May 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting on first reading O-20-12-101 – Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96). Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Hill, and Jay voted aye. The substitute motion failed 4-6-1-0. Commissioners Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Biggs voted no. Commissioner Smith abstained from the vote. Commissioner Smith moved as a substitute motion to approve on first reading and postpone the second reading for 90 days until March 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting O-20-12-101 - Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) on first reading. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Durrett, Smith, Hill and Jay voted aye. The substitute motion failed 4-3-4-0. Commissioners Lundy, Beeler and Dailey voted no. Commissioners Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler and Biggs abstained from the vote. Commissioner Smith moved as a substitute motion to postpone for 30 days to the January 2021 Board on Commissioners meeting O-20-12-101 - Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) on first reading. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Durrett, Smith, Hill and Jay voted aye. The substitute motion failed 4-7-0-0. Commissioners Lundy, Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Biggs voted no. Upon roll call vote of the original motion by Commissioner Ward and seconded by Commissioner Dailey moved to approve on first reading O-20-12-101 Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) Commissioners Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 6-4-1-0. Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Hill, and Jay voted no. Commissioner Smith abstained from the vote. Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Adopted 6-4-1-0
Split
Dec 21, 2020
Approve ordinance amending County Board of Health advisory role O-20-12-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) O-20-12-101 was before the Board of Commissioners on first reading. Ms. Martha Buchanan, Director, Knox County Health Department, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. David Buuck, Knox County Law Director, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Ward moved to approve O-20-12-101 – Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) on first reading. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion. Commissioner Jay moved as a substitute motion to postpone 120 days to the May 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting on first reading O-20-12-101 – Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96). Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Hill, and Jay voted aye. The substitute motion failed 4-6-1-0. Commissioners Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Biggs voted no. Commissioner Smith abstained from the vote. Commissioner Smith moved as a substitute motion to approve on first reading and postpone the second reading for 90 days until March 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting O-20-12-101 - Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) on first reading. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Durrett, Smith, Hill and Jay voted aye. The substitute motion failed 4-3-4-0. Commissioners Lundy, Beeler and Dailey voted no. Commissioners Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler and Biggs abstained from the vote. Commissioner Smith moved as a substitute motion to postpone for 30 days to the January 2021 Board on Commissioners meeting O-20-12-101 - Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) on first reading. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Durrett, Smith, Hill and Jay voted aye. The substitute motion failed 4-7-0-0. Commissioners Lundy, Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Biggs voted no. Upon roll call vote of the original motion by Commissioner Ward and seconded by Commissioner Dailey moved to approve on first reading O-20-12-101 Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) Commissioners Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 6-4-1-0. Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Hill, and Jay voted no. Commissioner Smith abstained from the vote. Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion to defer:Failed 4-7-0-0
Split Failed
Dec 21, 2020
Approve ordinance amending County Board of Health advisory role O-20-12-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) O-20-12-101 was before the Board of Commissioners on first reading. Ms. Martha Buchanan, Director, Knox County Health Department, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. David Buuck, Knox County Law Director, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Ward moved to approve O-20-12-101 – Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) on first reading. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion. Commissioner Jay moved as a substitute motion to postpone 120 days to the May 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting on first reading O-20-12-101 – Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96). Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Hill, and Jay voted aye. The substitute motion failed 4-6-1-0. Commissioners Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Biggs voted no. Commissioner Smith abstained from the vote. Commissioner Smith moved as a substitute motion to approve on first reading and postpone the second reading for 90 days until March 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting O-20-12-101 - Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) on first reading. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Durrett, Smith, Hill and Jay voted aye. The substitute motion failed 4-3-4-0. Commissioners Lundy, Beeler and Dailey voted no. Commissioners Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler and Biggs abstained from the vote. Commissioner Smith moved as a substitute motion to postpone for 30 days to the January 2021 Board on Commissioners meeting O-20-12-101 - Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) on first reading. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Durrett, Smith, Hill and Jay voted aye. The substitute motion failed 4-7-0-0. Commissioners Lundy, Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Biggs voted no. Upon roll call vote of the original motion by Commissioner Ward and seconded by Commissioner Dailey moved to approve on first reading O-20-12-101 Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) Commissioners Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 6-4-1-0. Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Hill, and Jay voted no. Commissioner Smith abstained from the vote. Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Failed 4-3-4-0
Split Failed
Dec 21, 2020
Approve ordinance amending County Board of Health advisory role O-20-12-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) O-20-12-101 was before the Board of Commissioners on first reading. Ms. Martha Buchanan, Director, Knox County Health Department, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. David Buuck, Knox County Law Director, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Ward moved to approve O-20-12-101 – Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) on first reading. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion. Commissioner Jay moved as a substitute motion to postpone 120 days to the May 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting on first reading O-20-12-101 – Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96). Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Hill, and Jay voted aye. The substitute motion failed 4-6-1-0. Commissioners Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Biggs voted no. Commissioner Smith abstained from the vote. Commissioner Smith moved as a substitute motion to approve on first reading and postpone the second reading for 90 days until March 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting O-20-12-101 - Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) on first reading. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Durrett, Smith, Hill and Jay voted aye. The substitute motion failed 4-3-4-0. Commissioners Lundy, Beeler and Dailey voted no. Commissioners Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler and Biggs abstained from the vote. Commissioner Smith moved as a substitute motion to postpone for 30 days to the January 2021 Board on Commissioners meeting O-20-12-101 - Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) on first reading. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Durrett, Smith, Hill and Jay voted aye. The substitute motion failed 4-7-0-0. Commissioners Lundy, Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Biggs voted no. Upon roll call vote of the original motion by Commissioner Ward and seconded by Commissioner Dailey moved to approve on first reading O-20-12-101 Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to provide for the Board of Health to serve as an advisory board to the Knox County Health Department. (Ord. No. O-96-3-102, adopted 4-22-96) Commissioners Ward, Schoonmaker, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 6-4-1-0. Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Hill, and Jay voted no. Commissioner Smith abstained from the vote. Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Substitute motion to defer:Failed 4-6-1-0
Split Failed
Dec 21, 2020
Authorize Development Agreement for Andrew Johnson Building redevelopment R-20-12-801 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing Knox County to enter into a Development Agreement with BNA Associates, LLC for the redevelopment of the Andrew Johnson Building was before the Board of Commissioners. Mr. Chris Caldwell, Director, Knox County Finance, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Mark Mamantov, Attorney, Bass, Berry and Sims, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Matt Meyers, Director, Knox County Procurement, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Philip Walker, BNA Associates, was present but did not speak. Commissioner Lundy moved to approve R-20-12-801 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing Knox County to enter into a Development Agreement with BNA Associates, LLC for the redevelopment of the Andrew Johnson Building. Commissioner Ward seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Hill, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 9-1-1-0. Commissioner Schoonmaker voted no. Commissioner Busler abstained from the vote. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-1-1-0
Split
Dec 21, 2020
Approve rezoning from A to CN for Overbey 10-D-20-RZ — Request of Daniel D. and Kimberly Overbey for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to CN (Neighborhood Commercial) 10-D-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1615 Choto Road / Parcel ID 162 M C 019, Commission District 5. Commissioner Jay asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Beeler moved to approve 10-D-20-RZ - Request of Daniel D. and Kimberly Overbey for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to CN (Neighborhood Commercial) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve CN (Neighborhood Commercial) zoning. Property located at 1615 Choto Road / Parcel ID 162 M C 019, Commission District 5. Commissioner Jay seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 9-2-0-0. Commissioners Schoonmaker and Dailey voted no. Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Dec 21, 2020
Approve SW County Sector Plan Amendment (LDR to NC) for Overbey 10-C-20-SP — Request of Daniel D. and Kimberly Overbey for Southwest County Sector Plan Amendment from LDR (Low Density Residential) to NC (Neighborhood Commercial) 10-C-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1615 Choto Road / Parcel ID 162 M C 019, Commission District 5. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Ben Mullins, representing applicant, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Brad Pruitt, representing applicant, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Steve Robinson, area resident, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke in favor of the request. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director, Engineering and Public Works, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Ms. Phyllis Trento, President, Homeowners Association, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Jay asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Smith moved to approve 10-C-20-SP - Request of Daniel D. and Kimberly Overbey for Southwest County Sector Plan Amendment from LDR (Low Density Residential) to NC (Neighborhood Commercial) as per Planning Commission’s per Planning Commission’s Recommendation Approve the Southwest County Sector Plan Amendment to NC (Neighborhood Commercial) for 1615 Choto Road because of recent changes in the development pattern of the area following the condominium development to the northeast of this site. Property located at 1615 Choto Road / Parcel ID 162 M C 019, Commission District 5. Commissioner Ward seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 9-2-0-0. Commissioners Schoonmaker and Dailey voted no. Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Oct 26, 2020
Approve first reading of ordinance to require public forum at Board of Health meetings. O-20-10-101 — Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Knox County Code, Chapter 38, Article II, Division 1, Section 38-33 entitled “County Board of Health” to require public forum at meetings of the Knox County Board of Health (amending Ordinance O-96-3-102, adopted April 22, 1996) Public safety
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
Oct 26, 2020
Establish Knox County Advisory Committee on Health and Economic Well-Being. R-20-10-904 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, establishing a Knox County Advisory Committee on Health and Economic Well-Being Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Adopted 8-2-1-0
Split
Oct 26, 2020
Approve rezoning for Taylor D. Forrester O/B/O YSOS Holdings, LLC. RZ-20-10-105 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester O/B/O YSOS Holdings, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 2 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission’s recommendation. Zoning & land use
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Failed 5-6-0-0
Split Failed
Sep 28, 2020
Resolution appointing citizen representative to the Knox County Board of Health. R-20-9-112 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, appointing an individual to serve as the citizen representative on the Knox County Board of Health Personnel & appointments
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Failed 5-6-0-0
Split Failed
Sep 28, 2020
Resolution regarding Knox County policies for Board of Health and COVID-19 Executive Orders. R-20-9-907 — Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, regarding Knox County policies related to regulations of the Knox County Board of Health and Executive Orders of Governor Lee and the Tennessee Department of Health addressing the COVID-19 pandemic Intergovernmental & resolutions
Larsen Jay’s vote: No Adopted 8-3-0-0
Split
Sep 1, 2020
Re-organization of the 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:
Larsen Jay’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-5-0-0
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