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Richie Beeler’s votes

100 recorded votes: 100 aye

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Jan 23, 2023
Approve Estoppel Certificate and Lease Amendment for Concord Marina R-23-1-701 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, consenting to and approving an Estoppel Certificate and Consent regarding Concord Marina of Knoxville LLC’s Assignment of the Lease Agreement for the Professional Management and Operation of Concord Marina to go Outdoors Concord, LLC and consenting to and approving an Amendment to Lease with Go Outdoors Concord, LLC to amend the legal description of Concord Marina Contracts & purchasing
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve vehicle trade between Sheriff's Office and Rescue Agency R-23-1-301 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a vehicle trade between the Knox County Sheriff’s Office and the Knox County Rescue Agency Public safety
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-1-0
Jan 23, 2023
Notary Applications
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Budget Amendments
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Line Item Transfers
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Acceptance of new county road: Denver Lane Drives and Road: Acceptance of a new county road
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approval of minutes of previous meeting
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Recognize January as Right to Life Month in Knox County R-23-1-103 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, recognizing January as Right to Life Month in Knox County Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-3-0
Jan 23, 2023
Honor Knox County 4-H Seniors R-23-1-102 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, honoring Knox County 4-H Seniors Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Honor Benny Smith and WUTK 90.3 FM for 40 years broadcasting R-23-1-101 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, honoring Benny Smith and the WUTK 90.3 FM team for 40 years of on-air broadcasting Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Encourage TDOT and Legislators to examine new highway bypass potential R-23-1-902 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, encouraging the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and State Legislators to examine the potential for a new highway bypass around Knoxville Roads & infrastructure
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve termination of interest rate swap agreements R-23-1-803 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the termination of certain interest rate swap agreements of the Public Building Authority of Sevier County, Tennessee and the Public Building Authority of Blount County, Tennessee, relating to loan agreements between such boards and the County pursuant to which loans were made to the County Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve utility easement for KUB at 5001 Maloneyville Road R-23-1-802 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Utility Easement for the Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) at 5001 Maloneyville Road (Parcel 040 128) in the amount of $3,400.00 Roads & infrastructure
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve demolition contract for old Rule High School R-23-1-801 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Modern Day Wrecking in the amount of $786,200.00 for the abatement and demolition of old Rule High School Contracts & purchasing
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve contract with Fitch & Associates for EMS RFP consulting R-23-1-604 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Fitch & Associates to provide consulting services for the Knox County EMS Request for Proposal (RFP) Contracts & purchasing
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve TN Dept of Health grant for Breast and Cervical Screening Program R-23-1-603 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant contract in an amount not to exceed $215,600.00 with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of Tennessee Breast and Cervical Screening Program services for the period beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024 (no local match required) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Accept EPA grant for Knox County Air Quality Management program R-23-1-602 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of additional grant funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in the amount of $100,000.00 for Knox County Air Quality Management’s ongoing Air Pollution Control Program Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve grant contract with Alzheimer's Association for Healthy Brain Initiative R-23-1-601 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Contractual Agreement with the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Association, Inc. d/b/a Alzheimer’s Association for a grant in the amount of $48,000.00 to provide contractual and strategic services related to the Healthy Brain Initiative for the period beginning November 30, 2022 and ending September 29, 2023 (no local match required) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve agreement of sale for Cedar Bluff Flood Mitigation Project R-23-1-404 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement of Sale for the purpose of Parcels 119 005 and 119 017 for the Cedar Bluff Flood Mitigation Project for a total of $1,300,000.00 Roads & infrastructure
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve agreement of sale for Dutchtown Road property for flood mitigation R-23-1-403 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement of Sale in the amount of $317,500.00 for the purchase of property located at 9704 Dutchtown Road for flood mitigation purposes Roads & infrastructure
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve contract with Volunteer Highway Supply for road striping R-23-1-402 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Volunteer Highway Supply Company, Inc. for the provision of pavement marking materials and road striping services Roads & infrastructure
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve contract with Volunteer Highway Supply for road striping R-23-1-401 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Volunteer Highway Supply Company, Inc. for the provision of pavement marking materials and road striping services Roads & infrastructure
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Accept resignation and appoint Commissioner Oster to Three Ridges Golf Board R-23-1-112 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, accepting the resignation of Commissioner Kyle Ward on the Three Ridges Golf Board and approving the Knox County Mayor’s recommendation of Commissioner Gina Oster for appointment to succeed Commissioner Ward on the Three Ridges Golf Board (term expires August 31, 2026) Personnel & appointments
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Appoint to Knox County Board of Construction Appeals R-23-1-111 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, appointing Bobby Haines, P.E., S.E. to the Knox County Board of Construction Appeals (term expires December 31, 2019) Personnel & appointments
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Appoint to Agricultural Extension Committee R-23-1-110 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, appointing Darlene Moyers, Chris Battle, and Commissioner Kim Frazier to the Agricultural Extension Committee (terms expire December 31, 2024) Personnel & appointments
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Authorize acceptance of grant funds/donations for Knox County Schools R-23-1-220 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of grant funds and donations for the Knox County Schools as shown on the attached list and in the total amount of $12,878.09 Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve grant and contract for Gibbs High School softball field fencing R-23-1-219 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving receipt of a Knox County Government Grant in the amount of $10,000.00, with required matching funds in the amount of $10,000.00, and contract with Tim’s Fencing for upgrade of Gibbs High School softball field fencing Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve receipt of Section 179D tax rebate from Trane R-23-1-218 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving receipt of Section 179D tax rebate in the amount of $138,118.80 from Trane U.S. Inc./Trane Technologies PLC Budget & taxes
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve NEA Foundation grant for Hardin Valley Academy R-23-1-217 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant agreement with the National Education Association (NEA) Foundation for grant funding in the amount of $4,412.00 for Hardin Valley Academy Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve NEA Foundation grant for Knox County Schools Social Studies Dept R-23-1-216 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant agreement with the National Education Association (NEA) Foundation for the term of November 15, 2022 through November 15, 2023 for grant funding in the amount of $1,941.00 for the Knox County Schools Social Studies Department Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve grant contract with TN Dept of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities R-23-1-215 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant contract with the Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in the amount of $2,500.00 for West Hills Elementary School for the term of January 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023 Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve SPARC Grant contract with TN Higher Education Commission R-23-1-214 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant contract with the Tennessee Higher Education Commission for a Supporting Postsecondary Access in Rural Communities (SPARC) Grant in the amount of $95,158.00 for the term of January 15, 2023 through December 31, 2024 Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Accept TN ALL Corps Grant from TN Dept of Education R-23-1-213 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a Tennessee Department of Education Tennessee Accelerating Literacy & Learning Corps (TN ALL Corps) Grant in the amount of $2,757,300.00 Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve fund balance designation for new northwest elementary school supplies R-23-1-212 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Fund Balance Designation (General Purpose School Fund) in the amount of $414,740.00 for educational, instructional, and other supplies and materials for the new northwest sector elementary school Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Accept surplus property: Sam E. Hill Primary School R-23-1-211 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, accepting surplus property issued by Resolution of the Knox County Board of Education known as Sam E. Hill Primary School, Parcel ID 081PN03401 Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve schematic design for Sterchi Elementary addition/renovations R-23-1-210 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the schematic design of addition and renovations to Sterchi Elementary School by Lewis Group Architects Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve schematic design for Hardin Valley Academy addition R-23-1-209 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the schematic design of addition to Hardin Valley Academy by Cope Architecture Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve contract for restorative practices development with IIRP R-23-1-207 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with the International Institute for Restorative Practices for Restorative Practices professional development, materials, and support up to $403,000.00 for a two (2) year term Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve contracts for student telehealth services with Harmony and McNabb R-23-1-206 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with Harmony Family Center and McNabb Center for Student Telehealth Services up to $150,000.00 per year for the term of February 1, 2023 through January 31, 2024, which may be renewed for one (1) additional year Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve janitorial services contract for 17 Knox County Schools R-23-1-205 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Duncan & Sons Building Maintenance, LLC for janitorial services at 17 Knox County Schools for the term of February 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023 at a cost of $1,040,000.00
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve agreement with New Leaf Speaker Management for Hamish Brewer R-23-1-203 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement with New Leaf Speaker Management LLC for speaker Hamish Brewer to address KCS Region 1 faculty and administration on February 20, 2023 at a cost of $10,000.00 Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve ACT testing terms and conditions for Spring 2023 R-23-1-202 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving ACT Tennessee Department of Education District-Funded Testing Terms & Conditions for Spring 2023 administration of the ACT at a cost of $37.00 per student Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve utility easement with KUB at West High School softball field R-23-1-201 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Utility Easement with Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) at West High School’s softball field Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Amendments to the Agenda
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Amendments to the Agenda
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Amendments to the Agenda
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve first reading of amendments to Zoning Ordinance on Temporary Uses O-22-12-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending the Knox County Code, Appendix A - Zoning, Article 3, by adding Section 3.100, Temporary Uses, which includes use standards for Temporary Occupations of a recreational vehicle, camper or other non-permanent habitation, and Article 6, by adding Section 6.12, pertaining to Temporary Use Permit. (Ord. No. O-90-9-130, adopted 9-10-90, as amended) Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 10-0-1-0
Dec 19, 2022
Approve South County Sector Plan text and map amendments 11-C-22-SP — Request of Knoxville-Knox County Planning for a text amendment and a map amendment to the South County Sector Plan from O (Office) to MU-SD, SCO-3 (Mixed Use-Special District, Alcoa Highway Small Area Plan) for properties as listed on Exhibit A, pursuant to the adoption of the Alcoa Highway Corridor Study by the Knox County Commission on July 25, 2022 Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve rezoning from A to PR for David Hutchins at 1 dwelling/acre 11-D-22-RZ — Request of David Hutchins for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 2 dwelling units per acre. Property located at 3029 Legg Lane / Parcel ID 041 174. (Commission District 8). Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Deny Northeast County Sector Plan amendment for David Hutchins 11-A-22-SP — Request of David Hutchins for Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from AG (Agricultural) and HP (Hillside Protection) to RR (Rural Residential) and HP (Hillside Protection). Property located at 3029 Legg Lane / Parcel ID 041 174. Commissioner District 8) Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Failed 11-0-0-0
Failed
Dec 19, 2022
Approve rezoning from A to RA for Ned Ferguson 11-B-22-RZ — Request of Ned Ferguson for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to RA (Low Density Residential) per Planning Commission Recommendation: APPROVE the RA (Low Density Residential) zone because it is consistent with surrounding development and the sector plan. Property located at 1229 Mourfield Road / Parcel ID 144 03703. (Commission District 5). Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve rezoning from A to PR for Charles Pruitt 10-B-22-RZ — Request of Charles Pruitt for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 2 dwelling units per acre per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve PR (Planned Residential) zone with a maximum density up to 2 dwelling units per acre because it is consistent with surrounding development and the Growth Policy Plan, Property located at 326 West Ford Valley Road / Parcel ID 123 ME 008. Commission District 9. Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve South County Sector Plan amendment for Charles Pruitt 10-B-22-SP — Request of Charles Pruitt for South County Sector Plan Amendment from AG (Agricultural) and HP (Hillside Protection) to LDR (Low Density Residential) and HP (Hillside Protection) per Planning Commission Recommendation Approve the Sector Plan amendment to RR (Rural Residential) and HP (Hillside Protection) because the property meets the location criteria for RR and it is consistent with the Growth Policy Plan. Property located at 326 West Ford Valley Road / Parcel ID 123 ME 008. Commission District 9. Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Support Governor's position on medical freedom, urge action on vaccine mandate R-22-12-904 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, supporting the position of the Governor of Tennessee to protect the medical freedom of those serving in the Tennessee Army and Air National Guard and Tennessee State Guard and urging the U.S. Congress to take appropriate action to remove and prohibit the Biden Administration's COVID-19 vaccine mandate on members of the U.S. Armed Forces Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-2-0
Dec 19, 2022
Appropriate $39,500 from General Fund for workforce training R-22-12-901 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an appropriation in the amount of $39,500.00 from the General Fund to the Industrial Development Board of the County of Knox in support of workforce training efforts in Knox County Budget & taxes
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Withdraw R-22-12-606: Discontinue Rural Metro Ambulance Agreement R-22-12-606 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the recommendation of the Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee that Knox County’s Ambulance Service Agreement with Rural Metro of Tennessee, L.P. (AMR) be discontinued effective June 30, 2023 pursuant to the provisions of Section 803 of the Agreement Contracts & purchasing
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Motion to withdraw:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve Eleventh Amendment to Rural Metro Ambulance Services Contract R-22-12-607 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Eleventh Amendment to Contract No. 12-500 with Rural Metro of Tennessee, L.P. to provide medical ambulance services in Knox County, which amendment revises several sections of the Agreement to begin on January 1, 2023 and extends the term of the Agreement to end on January 31, 2024 Contracts & purchasing
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve Tenth Amendment to Rural Metro Ambulance Services Contract R-22-12-605 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Tenth Amendment to Contract No. 12-500 with Rural Metro of Tennessee, L.P. to provide medical ambulance services in Knox County, which amendment adds a response time exemption and a waiver of certain specific performance damages to begin on June 1, 2022 and end on December 31, 2022 Contracts & purchasing
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve Notary Public Applications Consideration of Notary Applications
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve Line-Item Transfers totaling $204,736.12 Line-Item Transfers – Total amount of $204,736.12
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Acceptance of new county roads Consideration of the acceptance of new county roads
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve minutes of previous meeting Consideration of approval of minutes of the previous meeting
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Honor Randy Smith for TN PRIMA Risk Manager of the Year award R-22-12-103 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, honoring Randy Smith for being named the Tennessee PRIMA Risk Manager of the Year Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Honor Bishop Billy McCool for 65 years of pastoring R-22-12-102 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, honoring Bishop Billy McCool for 65 years of pastoring the First Apostolic Church of Knoxville Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Honor Knox County Finance Dept for GFOA "Triple Crown" R-22-12-101 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, honoring the Knox County Finance Department for earning the "Triple Crown" of finance reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve Knox County Sheriff's Office Employees' Merit System Rules R-22-12-905 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Knox County Sheriff's Office Employees' Merit System Rules and Regulations Public safety
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Establish Occupational Safety and Health Program Plan R-22-12-903 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, to establish an updated Occupational Safety and Health Program Plan, devise rules and regulations, and to provide for a Safety Director and the implementation of such Program Plan Public safety
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve Stop Loss Insurance agreement with HCC Life Insurance Company R-22-12-902 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement in the estimated amount of $416,440.00 with HCC Life Insurance Company for Stop Loss Insurance for the period beginning January 1, 2023 and ending December 31, 2023 Contracts & purchasing
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Consent to Assignment and Assumption of Lease for Concord Marina R-22-12-701 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, consenting to an Assignment and Assumption of Lease for Concord Marina from Concord Marina of Knoxville, LLC to Go Outdoors Concord, LLC. Contracts & purchasing
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve NACCHO contract for breastfeeding support services R-22-12-603 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Contractor Agreement with the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) for the receipt of an amount not to exceed $40,000.00 for the provision of providing breastfeeding support services for the period beginning November 1, 2022 and ending July 31, 2023 Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve TN Dept of Health Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Grant R-22-12-602 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Grant Contract in the amount not to exceed $50,000.00 with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of Tennessee Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Program Services for the period beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024. (No local match required) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve Amendment One to TN Dept of Health Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Grant R-22-12-601 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment One to a Grant Contract with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of Tennessee Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Program Services, which amendment increases the maximum liability of the State under the Grant Contract by $10,000.00 and amends the scope of services. (No local Match Required) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve litter enforcement grant from Keep Tennessee Beautiful R-22-12-401 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant agreement for the acceptance of a litter enforcement reimbursement grant award from Keep Tennessee Beautiful in the amount not to exceed $5,000.00. (No local match required) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve OCDETF FY23 Overtime Agreement (Operation Iced-T) R-22-12-301 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) FY 2023 Overtime Agreement (Operation Iced-T) for the reimbursement of up to $15,000.00 in overtime expenses incurred by the Knox County Sheriff's Office Public safety
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve LSTA Grant Contract with TN State Library and Archives R-22-12-215 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Library Services and Technology Act Grant Contract in the amount of $17,839.00 with the Tennessee State Library and Archives. (Requires a one-to-one local match) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve appointments to Three Ridges Golf Board R-22-12-112 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Knox County Mayor's recommendations of Daniel Kevin Desmond, Chuck Severance, Jim Brosnan, and Byron Wood for reappointment and Josh Collins, Brandon Horvath, and Jim Wright, Jr. for appointment to the Three Ridges Golf Board. (Terms expire December 31, 2026) Personnel & appointments
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Confirm appointment of Janette Burgin to Emergency Comms Dist Board R-22-12-111 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, confirming the Knox County Mayor's appointment of Janette Burgin to the Knox County Emergency Communications District Board of Directors. (Term expires January 1, 2027) Personnel & appointments
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Reappoint Commissioner Courtney Durrett to Arena Use Committee R-22-12-110 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, reappointing Commissioner Courtney Durrett to serve on the Arena Use Committee. (Term expires December 31, 2024) Personnel & appointments
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Accept grant funds and donations for Knox County Schools R-22-12-214 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of grant funds and donations for the Knox County Schools as shown on the attached list and in the total amount of $106,393.19 Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Accept TN Dept of Education grants for middle school STEM/CTE programs R-22-12-213 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of Tennessee Department of Education Middle School Start-Up and Expansion Grants for the development of STEM and CTE Career Exploration programs in the total amount of $120,000.00 for Bearden, Carter, Farragut, Gresham, Halls, Karns, Powell, and South-Doyle Middle Schools Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Accept TN Dept of Education IDEA Partnership Grant R-22-12-212 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of the Tennessee Department of Education IDEA Partnership for Systemic Change Grant in the amount of $100,000.00 Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Accept TN Dept of Education Turnaround Action Grant for Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Academy R-22-12-211 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of the Tennessee Department of Education Turnaround Action Grant in the amount of $274,903.45 for Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Academy Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve COPS School Violence Prevention Program Grant R-22-12-210 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a United States Department of Justice Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) School Violence Prevention Program Grant in the amount of $493,677.00 with required matching funds in the amount of $164,559.40 Public safety
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve settlement with Rouse Construction for Lonsdale Elementary School R-22-12-208 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, to approve settlement of $500,000.00 with Rouse Construction for additional expenses related to Lonsdale Elementary School with a total project budget of $23,800,000.00 Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve contract with Helen Ross McNabb Center for Mental Health Services R-22-12-206 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Helen Ross McNabb Center for Expanded Mental Health Services up to $1,835,000.00 per year for the term of January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023, which may be extended for four (4) additional years, one (1) year at a time Public safety
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve contracts for Comprehensive Foundational Reading Systems Support R-22-12-205 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with Carnegie Learning, ENGAGE2LEARN, Instruction Partners, and TNTP, Inc. for the provision of Comprehensive Foundational Reading Systems Support for the term of January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023, which may be extended for four (4) additional years, one (1) year at a time Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve $42K increase to design contract for northwest sector elementary school R-22-12-204 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an increase of $42,000.00 to the design contract with Lewis Group Architects for the new northwest sector elementary school project for additional civil engineering work Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve production contract with Music Theatre International for Moana Junior R-22-12-202 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a production contract with Music Theatre International for a dramatic performing rights license and materials for Holston Middle School's production of "Disney's Moana Junior" at a cost up to $1,000.00 Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve educational services proposal with Swann Educational Solutions for charter school applications R-22-12-201 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Proposal for Educational Services with Swann Educational Solutions for the provision of services related to charter school applications received in 2023 at a cost up to $9,500.00 plus travel expenses Schools
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Amendments to the Agenda
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 21, 2022
Approve rezoning for B&B Builders at 0 Central Ave Pike and 6527 Central Ave Pike RZ-22-11-107 — Consideration of the request of B&B Builders for rezoning from A Agricultural to OB Office, Medical Related Services for property located at 0 Central Avenue Pike, Parcel ID 068 073; and rezoning from PC Planned Commercial, A Agricultural and T Transition to OB Office, Medical and Related Services for property located at 6527 Central Avenue Pike, Parcel ID 068 074 was before the Board of Commissioners. (7th Commission District) (Planning Commission's file number: 10-N-22-RZ) Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 21, 2022
Approve North City Sector Plan Amendment for B&B Builders RZ-22-11-106 — Consideration of the request of B&B Builders for North City Sector Plan Amendment from LDR Low Density Residential, HP Hillside Protection and SP Stream Protection to O Office, HP Hillside Protection and SP Stream Protection was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Central Avenue Pike, Parcel ID 068 073. (7th Commission District) (Planning Commission's file number: 10-I-22-SP) Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 21, 2022
Defer rezoning request for Wilson Construction and Properties, Inc. Consideration of the request of Wilson Construction and Properties, Inc. for rezoning from RA Low Density Residential to PR Planned Residential up to 4 dwelling units per acre was before Board of Commissioners. Property located at 4605 Tazewell Pike, Parcel ID 049 02403. (Commission District 8, Commission District 2) (Planning Commission's file number: 10-P-22-RZ
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-2
Deferred
Nov 21, 2022
Approve rezoning request for Nichole Hodge at 0 Mascot Road (Parcel 052 007) RZ-22-11-105 — Consideration of the request of Nichole Hodge for rezoning from A Agricultural, I Industrial and F Floodway to A Agricultural and F Floodway was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located 0 Mascot Road, Parcel ID 052 007. (8th Commission District) (Planning Commission's file number: 10-O-22-RZ) Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 21, 2022
Approve rezoning request for Nichole Hodge at 0 Mascot Road (Parcel 042 110) RZ-22-11-104 — Consideration of the request of Nichole Hodge for rezoning from I Industrial and F Floodway to A Agricultural and F Floodway was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Mascot Road, Parcel ID 042 110. (8th Commission District) (Planning Commission's file number: 10-L-22-RZ) Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 21, 2022
Approve rezoning request for Brandon White at 7507 Draeger Lane RZ-22-11-103 — Consideration of the request Brandon White for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 7507 Draeger Lane, Parcel ID 125 IA 01201. (9th Commission District) (Planning Commission's file number: 10-J-22-RZ) Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 21, 2022
Approve rezoning request for Jimmy Dance at 8516-8518 Foust Drive RZ-22-11-102 — Consideration of the request of Jimmy Dance for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8516 and 8518 Foust Drive, Parcel ID 051 DC 002. (8th Commission District) (Planning Commission's file number: 10-E-22-RZ) Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 21, 2022
Approve rezoning request for Jeff Grissom at 6612 Brackett Road RZ-22-11-101 — Consideration of the request of Jeff Grissom for rezoning from RA Low Density Residential to A Agricultural was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 6612 Brackett Road, Parcel ID 020 10412. (8th Commission District) (Planning Commission's file number: 8-E-22-RZ) Zoning & land use
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 21, 2022
Ordinance amending County Governmental Library Code regarding Personnel Committee O-22-10-102 — CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING THE KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 46, ARTICLE III ENTITLED "COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL LIBRARY" TO PLACE THE DUTIES OF THE KNOX COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL LIBRARY COMMISSION WITH THE PERSONNEL COMMITTEE OF THE KNOX COUNTY COMMISSION (AMENDING ORDINANCE O-90-9-121, ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 10, 1990; AND ORDINANCE O-92-5-105, ADOPTED JULY 27, 1992) - O-22-10-102 - (SECOND READING): Personnel & appointments
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 21, 2022
Ordinance updating and amending Knox County Personnel Plan O-22-10-101 — CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, UPDATING AND AMENDING THE KNOX COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE X ENTITLED "PERSONNEL PLAN" TO PROVIDE FOR VARIOUS IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PERSONNEL PLAN FOR KNOX COUNTY (AMENDING ORDINANCE O-16-8-101, ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 26, 2016, ORDINANCE O-18-2-102, ADOPTED MARCH 26, 2018 AND ORDINANCE O-19-3-101, ADOPTED APRIL 22, 2019) - O-22-10-101 - (SECOND READING): Personnel & appointments
Richie Beeler’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-2
Unanimous

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