Knox County, TN Board of Commissioners — Votes — year 2020

Meeting	Agenda item	Disposition	Tally	Badges
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 Item history →	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 Item history →	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 Item history →	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 Item history →	Failed	4-6-1-0	Split Failed
Dec 21, 2020	Approve ordinance prohibiting smoking on county playgrounds O-20-11-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Chapter 27, Article I, Sections 27-1 and 27-9 of the Knox County Code to prohibit smoking on the grounds of county-owned playgrounds. (Ord. No. O-10-4-102, adopted 5-24-10) O-20-11-101 was before the Board of Commissioners on second reading. Commissioner Hill moved to approve on second reading O-20-11-101 - Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Chapter 27, Article I, Sections 27-1 and 27-9 of the Knox County Code to prohibit smoking on the grounds of county-owned playgrounds. (Ord. No. O-10- 4-102, adopted 5-24-10) on second reading. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Public safety Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Authorize creation of Sports Authority of Knox County and City R-20-12-902 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the creation of the Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee 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, Beery and Sims, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Beeler moved to approve R-20-12-902 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the creation of the Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
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 Item history →	Adopted	9-1-1-0	Split
Dec 21, 2020	Approve stop loss insurance agreement with Symetra Life Insurance R-20-12-903 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement in the estimated amount of $485,434.00 with Symetra Life Insurance Company for Stop Loss Insurance for the period beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-903 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement in the estimated amount of $485,434.00 with Symetra Life Insurance Company for Stop Loss Insurance for the period beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Accept monetary donations and school products for School Mania R-20-12-901 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of monetary donations in the total amount of $17,500.00 and various school products from numerous businesses in support of School Mania was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-901 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of monetary donations in the total amount of $17,500.00 and various school products from numerous businesses in support of School Mania. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve HIDTA Subaward Agreement for drug overdose tracking software R-20-12-803 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the 2021 Appalachia High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Subaward Agreement for the receipt of funds in the amount of $7,500.00 for the Knox County Regional Forensic Center to be used for a software license to assist in the tracking of overdose cases as part of the Drug Related Death Task Force in Knox County was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-803 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the 2021 Appalachia High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Subaward Agreement for the receipt of funds in the amount of $7,500.00 for the Knox County Regional Forensic Center to be used for a software license to assist in the tracking of overdose cases as part of the Drug Related Death Task Force in Knox County. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Accept FEMA grant award for COVID-19 expenditures R-20-12-802 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance Program, designated as FEMA 4514-DR-TN, in the amount of $14,168.21 for COVID-19 related expenditures for the period from January 20, 2020 through December 31, 2020. (No local match required) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-802 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance Program, designated as FEMA 4514-DR-TN, in the amount of $14,168.21 for COVID-19 related expenditures for the period from January 20, 2020 through December 31, 2020. (No local match required) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve contract with Volunteer Ministry Center for homeless housing R-20-12-603 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Defined Services Contract with Volunteer Ministry Center to manage and operate the homeless housing facility for COVID-19 isolation and quarantine in the maximum amount of $47,000.00 for the term beginning January 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2021 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-603 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Defined Services Contract with Volunteer Ministry Center to manage and operate the homeless housing facility for COVID-19 isolation and quarantine in the maximum amount of $47,000.00 for the term beginning January 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2021. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Accept EPA grant funding for Air Pollution Control Program R-20-12-602 — 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 $117,000.00 for Knox County Air Quality Management’s ongoing Air Pollution Control Program was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-602 - 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 $117,000.00 for Knox County Air Quality Management’s ongoing Air Pollution Control Program. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve grant contract for dental services R-20-12-601 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant contract in the amount not to exceed $1,250,000.00 with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of dental services. (No local match required) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-601 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant contract in the amount not to exceed $1,250,000.00 with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of dental services. (No local match required). Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve contract for used oil and hydrocarbon collection services R-20-12-406 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Spectra Environmental Group, Inc. to provide used oil and hydrocarbon collection services was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-406 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Spectra Environmental Group, Inc. to provide used oil and hydrocarbon collection services. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve contract for construction/demolition landfill services R-20-12-405 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Knoxville Landfills, LLC to provide construction and demolition landfill disposal services was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-405 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Knoxville Landfills, LLC to provide construction and demolition landfill disposal services. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve contract for roll-off hauling services R-20-12-404 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Waste Connections of Tennessee, Inc. to provide roll-off hauling services was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-404 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Waste Connections of Tennessee, Inc. to provide roll-off hauling services. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve Stormwater Facilities Covenants with Knox TL Lot Acquisition, LLC R-20-12-402 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Knox TL Lot Acquisition, LLC for properties located at 864 Valley Glen Blvd. (CLT Parcel # 132-04922) and 0 Millstone Lane (CLT Parcel # 132-04923) in Commission District 5 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-402 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Knox TL Lot Acquisition, LLC for properties located at 864 Valley Glen Blvd. (CLT Parcel # 132-04922) and 0 Millstone Lane (CLT Parcel # 132-04923) in Commission District 5. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve Stormwater Facilities Covenants with Igor Cheban R-20-12-401 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Igor Cheban for property located at 6939 Clinton Highway (CLT Parcel # 067-207) in Commission District 6 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-401 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Igor Cheban for property located at 6939 Clinton Highway (CLT Parcel # 067-207) in Commission District 6. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve Amendment 4 to inmate communication contract R-20-12-301 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment 4 to Contract No. 15-680 with Securus Technologies, Inc. for the provision of an inmate communication and management system, which amendment extends the initial term of the contract to April 30, 2021 (Contract not to be renewed) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-301 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment 4 to Contract No. 15-680 with Securus Technologies, Inc. for the provision of an inmate communication and management system, which amendment extends the initial term of the contract to April 30, 2021 (Contract not to be renewed). Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Confirm reappointment of John Fugate II to Emergency Communications District Board R-20-12-113 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, confirming the Knox County Mayor's reappointment of John Fugate II to the Knox County Emergency Communications District Board of Directors. (Term begins January 2, 2021 and expires January 1, 2025) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-113 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, confirming the Knox County Mayor's reappointment of John Fugate II to the Knox County Emergency Communications District Board of Directors. (Term begins January 2, 2021 and expires January 1, 2025). Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve appointments/reappointments to Three Ridges Golf Board R-20-12-112 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Knox County Mayor's recommendations of Jim Jennings, Steven Clabough, Penny Kleinschmidt for reappointment and Scott Stallings for appointment to the Three Ridges Golf Board. (Terms begin January 1, 2021 and expire December 31, 2024) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-112 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Knox County Mayor's recommendations of Jim Jennings, Steven Clabough, Penny Kleinschmidt for reappointment and Scott Stallings for appointment to the Three Ridges Golf Board. (Terms begin January 1, 2021 and expire December 31, 2024). Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Accept Dr. Lewis's resignation, appoint Ryan Hickey to TTCDA R-20-12-111 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee accepting the resignation of Dr. Ted Lewis from the Tennessee Technology Corridor Development Authority (TTCDA) Board of Commissioners and approving the appointment of Ryan Hickey to complete the unfulfilled term of Dr. Lewis on the TTCDA, which term expires April 30, 2021. (members are nominated by the Governor upon recommendations received from the County Mayor and approved by the Commission) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-111 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee accepting the resignation of Dr. Ted Lewis from the Tennessee Technology Corridor Development Authority (TTCDA) Board of Commissioners and approving the appointment of Ryan Hickey to complete the unfulfilled term of Dr. Lewis on the TTCDA, which term expires April 30, 2021. (members are nominated by the Governor upon recommendations received from the County Mayor and approved by the Commission). Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Appoint/reappoint Courtney Durrett to Arena Use Committee R-20-12-110 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, appointing/reappointing Commissioner Courtney Durrett to serve on the Arena Use Committee. (Term begins January 1, 2021 and expires December 31, 2022) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-110 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, appointing/reappointing Commissioner Courtney Durrett to serve on the Arena Use Committee. (Term begins January 1, 2021 and expires December 31, 2022). Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve contracts for floor tile installation services R-20-12-211 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with Bonitz, Inc. and Skilled Services Quality Construction, LLC for the provision of floor tile installation services in an amount up to $200,000.00 annually for a term of one (1) year which may be extended for four (4) additional years, one (1) year at a time, for a total of five (5) years was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-211 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with Bonitz, Inc. and Skilled Services Quality Construction, LLC for the provision of floor tile installation services in an amount up to $200,000.00 annually for a term of one (1) year which may be extended for four (4) additional years, one (1) year at a time, for a total of five (5) years. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	10-0-0-1	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve internet access purchase agreement with Education Networks of America R-20-12-210 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement for Purchase of Internet Access and Related Services with Education Networks of America, LLC through a Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools Contract at an estimated cost of $420,000.00 for the funding year 2021-2022 with an option to renew through June 30, 2024 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to recommend approval on R-20-12-210 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement for Purchase of Internet Access and Related Services with Education Networks of America, LLC through a Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools Contract at an estimated cost of $420,000.00 for the funding year 2021- 2022 with an option to renew through June 30, 2024. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	10-0-0-1	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve contracts for high-speed printers R-20-12-209 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with Epson America, Inc., Novatech, Inc., and Riso, Inc. for the provision of high-speed printers for the term of January 1, 2021 through June 30, 2021 which may be extended for an additional five (5) years, one (1) year at a time, for a total of five (5) years and six (6) months at an estimated cost of $1,226,658.00 annually was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-209 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with Epson America, Inc., Novatech, Inc., and Riso, Inc. for the provision of high- speed printers for the term of January 1, 2021 through June 30, 2021 which may be extended for an additional five (5) years, one (1) year at a time, for a total of five (5) years and six (6) months at an estimated cost of $1,226,658.00 annually. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	10-0-0-1	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve contract with College Board for advanced academics program R-20-12-208 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with College Board for the provision of an advanced academics program for the term of November 1, 2020 through October 31, 2023 with the option to extend for two additional years for a possible total of five (5) years was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-208 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with College Board for the provision of an advanced academics program for the term of November 1, 2020 through October 31, 2023 with the option to extend for two additional years for a possible total of five (5) years. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Schools Item history →	Adopted	10-0-0-1	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Accept grant funds for Knox County Schools R-20-12-207 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of grant funds for the Knox County Schools as shown on the attached list and in the total amount of $12,081.78 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-207 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of grant funds for the Knox County Schools as shown on the attached list and in the total amount of $12,081.78. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Schools Item history →	Adopted	10-0-0-1	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve COPS 2020 Stop School Violence Grant participation R-20-12-206 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement with the City of Knoxville for Knox County's participation in a Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) 2020 Stop School Violence Grant in the amount of $464,624.00 which includes a local match of $116,156.00 to enhance the safety of Knox County students through ongoing training, school site safety improvements and technological upgrades was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to R-20-12-206 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement with the City of Knoxville for Knox County's participation in a Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) 2020 Stop School Violence Grant in the amount of $464,624.00 which includes a local match of $116,156.00 to enhance the safety of Knox County students through ongoing training, school site safety improvements and technological upgrades. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Public safety Item history →	Adopted	10-0-0-1	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Accept Local Education Agency Reopening and Programmatic Supports Grant R-20-12-205 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of the State of Tennessee Department of Education Local Education Agency Reopening and Programmatic Supports Grant in the amount of $125,000.00 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to recommend approval on R-20-12-205 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of the State of Tennessee Department of Education Local Education Agency Reopening and Programmatic Supports Grant in the amount of $125,000.00. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Schools Item history →	Adopted	10-0-0-1	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Accept Safe Schools Grant award R-20-12-204 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a Safe Schools Grant award for 2020- 2021 from the Tennessee Department of Education in the amount of $1,522,165.25 with required matching funds in the amount of $476,700.00 that will be provided by in-kind services from the Knox County's Sheriff's Office and Knoxville Police Department was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-204 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a Safe Schools Grant award for 2020-2021 from the Tennessee Department of Education in the amount of $1,522,165.25 with required matching funds in the amount of $476,700.00 that will be provided by in-kind services from the Knox County's Sheriff's Office and Knoxville Police Department. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Public safety Item history →	Adopted	10-0-0-1	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve dramatic rights license for Disney's Frozen Junior R-20-12-203 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement with Music Theatre International for a dramatic performing rights license to Disney's Frozen Junior for Holston Middle School's spring musical at an estimated cost of $1,000.00 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-203 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement with Music Theatre International for a dramatic performing rights license to Disney's Frozen Junior for Holston Middle School's spring musical at an estimated cost of $1,000.00. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Schools Item history →	Adopted	10-0-0-1	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve online subscription agreement with The DBQ Project R-20-12-202 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Online Subscription Agreement with The DBQ Project granting 51 elementary schools license to access DBQ's proprietary educational materials for the term of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021 which may be renewed in annual increments up to five (5) years at an annual cost not to exceed $8,000.00 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-202 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Online Subscription Agreement with The DBQ Project granting 51 elementary schools license to access DBQ's proprietary educational materials for the term of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021 which may be renewed in annual increments up to five (5) years at an annual cost not to exceed $8,000.00. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Schools Item history →	Adopted	10-0-0-1	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve agreement for peer review of storm shelter designs R-20-12-201 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement with Goodwyn Mills and Cawood Inc. to provide code required peer review for the design of storm shelters in Adrian Burnett Elementary, Lonsdale Elementary and Northwest Sector Elementary Schools not to exceed a cost of $33,000.00 plus reimbursable expenses was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-201 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement with Goodwyn Mills and Cawood Inc. to provide code required peer review for the design of storm shelters in Adrian Burnett Elementary, Lonsdale Elementary and Northwest Sector Elementary Schools not to exceed a cost of $33,000.00 plus reimbursable expenses. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Schools Item history →	Adopted	10-0-0-1	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve notary applications Consideration of Notary Applications was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Busler moved to approve 147 notary applications. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve Line-Item Transfers Consideration of Line-Item Transfers in the amount of $116,000.00 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Schoonmaker moved to approve Line-Item Transfers in the amount of $116,000.00. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve minutes of previous meeting Consideration of approval of minutes of the previous meeting was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Beeler moved to approve the minutes of the previous meeting on November 16, 2020. Commissioner Busler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Motion to adjourn Zoning Session Commissioner Beeler moved to adjourn the Knox County Board of Commissioners Zoning Session. Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve rezoning from A/HP to RA/HP for Bill Johnson 11-N-20-RZ — Request of Bill Johnson for rezoning from A (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) to RA (Low Density Residential) / HP (Hillside Protection) 11-N-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 6521 Tecoy Quarry Road / Parcel ID 79 J A 01803, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Bill Johnson, applicant, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Jay asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Hill moved to approve as recommended 11-N-20-RZ - Request of Bill Johnson for rezoning from A (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) to RA (Low Density Residential) / HP (Hillside Protection). Property located at 6521 Tecoy Quarry Road / Parcel ID 79 J A 01803, Commission District 6. Commissioner Smith seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve rezoning from BP/TO to PR/TO for Waterloo Construction LLC 11-I-20-RZ — Request of Waterloo Construction LLC for rezoning from BP (Business and Technology) / TO (Technology Overlay) to PR (Planned Residential) / TO (Technology Overlay) up to 5 dwelling units per acre. 11-I-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 10607 Coward Mill Road / Parcel ID 103 091, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. John Valliant, Attorney, representing Ball Homes, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Jay asked if there was any opposition to the request. Ms. Deborah Pettit, concerned resident, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke in opposition to the request. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director, Engineering and Public Works, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Hill moved to approve 11-I-20-RZ - Request of Waterloo Construction LLC for rezoning from BP (Business and Technology) / TO (Technology Overlay) to PR (Planned Residential) / TO (Technology Overlay) up to 3.8 dwelling units per acre. Property located at 10607 Coward Mill Road / Parcel ID 103 091, Commission District 6. Commissioner Busler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve NW County Sector Plan Amendment for Waterloo Construction LLC 11-D-20-SP — Request of Waterloo Construction LLC for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from TP (Technology Park) / HP (Hillside Protection) to LDR (Low Density Residential)/ HP (Hillside Protection) 11-D-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 10607 Coward Mill Road / Parcel ID 103 091, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. John Valliant, Attorney, representing applicant, Ball Homes, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Ryan Hickey was present but did not speak. Commissioner Jay asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Hill moved to approve as stated 11-D-20-SP - Request of Waterloo Construction LLC for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from TP (Technology Park) / HP (Hillside Protection) to LDR (Low Density Residential)/ HP (Hillside Protection) as per Planning Commission Approve LDR (Low Density Residential) / HP (Hillside Protection) designation because it is consistent with the adjacent development. Property located at 10607 Coward Mill Road / Parcel ID 103 091, Commission District 6. Commissioner Ward seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve rezoning from A/CA to I for Blue Water Industries 11-F-20-RZ — Request of BWI ETN LLC DBA Blue Water Industries (BWI) for rezoning from A (Agricultural) and CA (General Business) to I (Industrial) 11-F-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at Property located at 0, 3112, 3114, 3121, 3204, 3205, 3207, 3219, 3220 & 3221 Vaughn Lane and 2925 & 0 Asbury Road / Parcel ID 111 002, 111 003, 111 004, 111 005, 111 006, 111 010, 111 011, 111 01101, 111 012, 111 014, 097 037, 097 039, 097 043, Commission District 8. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Walter Hillis, Environmental Manager, Blue Water Industries, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin C. Mullins 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 Beeler moved to approve 11-F-20-RZ - Request of BWI ETN LLC DBA Blue Water Industries (BWI) for rezoning from A (Agricultural) and CA (General Business) to I (Industrial) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve I (Industrial) zoning because it is consistent with the surrounding development. Property located at Property located at 0, 3112, 3114, 3121, 3204, 3205, 3207, 3219, 3220 & 3221 Vaughn Lane and 2925 & 0 Asbury Road / Parcel ID 111 002, 111 003, 111 004, 111 005, 111 006, 111 010, 111 011, 111 01101, 111 012, 111 014, 097 037, 097 039, 097 043, Commission District 8. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve East County Sector Plan Amendment for Blue Water Industries 11-C-20-SP — Request of BWI ETN LLC DBA Blue Water Industries (BWI) for East County Sector Plan Amendment from HIM (Mining), LI (Light Industrial) & GC (General Commercial) / HP (Hillside Protection) to LI (Light Industrial) / HP (Hillside Protection) 11-C-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0, 3112, 3114, 3121, 3204, 3205, 3207, 3219, 3220 & 3221 Vaughn Lane and 2925 & 0 Asbury Road / Parcel ID 111 002, 111 003, 111 004, 111 005, 111 006, 111 010, 111 011, 111 01101, 111 012, 111 014, 097 037, 097 039, 097 043, Commission District 8. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Walter Hillis, Environmental Manager, Blue Water Industries, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin C. Mullins 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 Beeler moved to approve 11-C-20-SP - Request of BWI ETN LLC DBA Blue Water Industries (BWI) for East County Sector Plan Amendment from HIM (Mining), LI (Light Industrial) & GC (General Commercial) / HP (Hillside Protection) to LI (Light Industrial) / HP (Hillside Protection) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve LI (Light Indusial)/HP Hillside Protection) designation because it is consistent with the surrounding development. Property located at 0, 3112, 3114, 3121, 3204, 3205, 3207, 3219, 3220 & 3221 Vaughn Lane and 2925 & 0 Asbury Road / Parcel ID 111 002, 111 003, 111 004, 111 005, 111 006, 111 010, 111 011, 111 01101, 111 012, 111 014, 097 037, 097 039, 097 043, Commission District 8. Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve rezoning from RB/CB to PC for Elevation Foods 11-O-20-RZ — Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O Elevation Foods Properties, LLC for rezoning from RB (General Residential) / CB (Business and Manufacturing) to PC (Planned Commercial) 11-O-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1702 & 1600 Harris Road and 5811 Rutledge Pike / Parcel ID 60 080, 07905, & 07906, Commission District 8. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC, 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 Beeler moved to approve 11-O-20-RZ - Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O Elevation Foods Properties, LLC for rezoning from RB (General Residential) / CB (Business and Manufacturing) to PC (Planned Commercial) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve PC (Planned Commercial) zoning because it allows the Planning Commission to review and condition improvements to the site that will mitigate potential adverse impacts of the existing business on the adjacent residential properties. Commissioner Schoonmaker seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve NE County Sector Plan Amendment (LDR/GC to O) for Elevation Foods 11-F-20-SP — Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O Elevation Foods Properties, LLC for Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from LDR (Low Density Residential) / GC (General Commercial) to O (Office) 11-F-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1702 &1600 Harris Road & 5811 Rutledge Pike / Parcel ID 60 080, 07905, & 07906, Commission District 8. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC, 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 Beeler moved to 11-F-20-SP - Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O Elevation Foods Properties, LLC for Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from LDR (Low Density Residential) / GC (General Commercial) to O (Office) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve the Sector Plan amendment to O (Office) land use designation since it would transition between the commercial use to the south and the residential use to the north. Property located at 1702 &1600 Harris Road & 5811 Rutledge Pike / Parcel ID 60 080, 07905, & 07906, Commission District 8. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve rezoning from CB/TO to OB/TO for USCC Services 11-E-20-RZ — Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC for rezoning from CB (Business and Manufacturing) / TO (Technology Overlay) to OB (Office, Medical, and Related Services) / TO (Technology Overlay) 11-E-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 875 Cornerstone Drive / Parcel ID 131 069, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC, 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 Hill moved to approve 11-E-20-RZ - Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC for rezoning from CB (Business and Manufacturing) / TO (Technology Overlay) to OB (Office, Medical, and Related Services) / TO (Technology Overlay) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve OB (Office, Medical, and Related Services) / TO (Technology Overlay) zoning because it is consistent with the surrounding development. Property located at 875 Cornerstone Drive / Parcel ID 131 069, Commission District 6. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve NW County Sector Plan Amendment (OS to O) for USCC Services 11-B-20-SP — Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from OS (Open Space) to O (Office). 11-B-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 875 Cornerstone Drive / Parcel ID 131 069, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC, 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 Hill moved to approve 11-B-20-SP - Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from OS (Open Space) to O (Office) as per Planning Commission’s Recommendation: Approve O (Office) designation because it is consistent with the surrounding development. Property located at 875 Cornerstone Drive / Parcel ID 131 069, Commission District 6. Commissioner Biggs seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve rezoning from A/RA to PR for Urban Engineering 11-C-20-RZ — Request of Urban Engineering, Inc. for rezoning from A (Agricultural) / RA (Low Density Residential) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 3.15 dwelling units per acre 11-C-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1737 N. Campbell Station Road & 0 Long Farm Way / Parcel ID 117 01203 & 130AA00214, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Taylor Forrester, representing Urban Engineering, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Jay asked if there was any opposition to the request. Ms. Jennifer Stenstrom, concerned resident, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke in opposition to the request. Commissioner Hill moved to approve 11-C-20-RZ - Request of Urban Engineering, Inc. for rezoning from A (Agricultural) / RA (Low Density Residential) to PR (Planned Residential) at 1.93 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission Recommendation: APPROVE PR (Planned Residential) zoning up to 1.93 dwelling units per acre because it is consistent with the slope analysis and compatible with the surrounding zoning. Property located at 1737 N. Campbell Station Road & 0 Long Farm Way / Parcel ID 117 01203 & 130AA00214, Commission District 6. Commissioner Biggs seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve NW County Sector Plan Amendment (AG/HP to LDR/HP) for Urban Engineering 11-A-20-SP — Request of Urban Engineering, Inc. for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) to LDR (Low Density Residential) / HP (Hillside Protection) 11-A-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1737 N. Campbell Station Road & 0 Long Farm Way / Parcel ID 117 01203 & 130AA00214, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Chris Sharp, Applicant, Urban Engineering., was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Hunter Harrison, resident, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Taylor Forrester, representing Urban Engineering, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director, Engineering and Public Works, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Daniel Sanders, Knox County Deputy Law Director, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Jay asked if there was any opposition to the request. Dr. Ryan Dabbs, concerned resident, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke in opposition to the request. Ms. Jennifer Stenstrom, concerned resident, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke in opposition to the request. Commissioner Hill moved to approve 11-A-20-SP - Request of Urban Engineering, Inc. for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) to LDR (Low Density Residential) / HP (Hillside Protection) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve RR (Rural Residential) / HP (Hillside Protection) designation because it is compatible with the surrounding development. Property located at 1737 N. Campbell Station Road & 0 Long Farm Way / Parcel ID 117 01203 & 130AA00214, Commission District 6. Commissioner Ward seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
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 Item history →	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 Item history →	Adopted	9-2-0-0	Split
Dec 21, 2020	Approve rezoning from I to A for E. Luke Greene 10-B-20-RZ — Request of E. Luke Greene for rezoning from I (Industrial) to A (Agricultural) 10-B-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1308 Saylors Ford Road / Parcel ID 42 19575, Commission District 8. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Ms. Josphine Greene, applicant, 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 Beeler moved to approve 10-B-20-RZ - Request of E. Luke Greene for rezoning from I (Industrial) to A (Agricultural) as per Planning Commission’s Recommendation Approve A (Agricultural) zoning because it is consistent with the surrounding area and would allow uses more compatible with the trend in development. Property located at 1308 Saylors Ford Road / Parcel ID 42 19575, Commission District 8. Property located at 1308 Saylors Ford Road / Parcel ID 42 19575, Commission District 8. Commissioner Busler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Approve NE County Sector Plan Amendment (LI to AG) for E. Luke Greene 10-B-20-SP — Request of E. Luke Greene for Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from LI (Light Industrial) to AG (Agricultural) 10-B-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1308 Saylors Ford Road / Parcel ID 42 19575, Commission District 8. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Ms. Josphine Greene, applicant, 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 Beeler moved to approve 10-B-20-SP - Request of E. Luke Greene for Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from LI (Light Industrial) to AG (Agricultural) as per Planning Commission’s Recommendation Approve the AG (Agricultural) designation since it is consistent with surrounding development and is more aligned with the trend in development in this area than the existing industrial land use. Property located at 1308 Saylors Ford Road / Parcel ID 42 19575, Commission District 8. Commissioner Busler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Motion to hold Zoning meeting electronically Commissioner Busler moved to have the Knox County Board of Zoning meeting electronically via Zoom streaming pursuant to Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s Executive Order Number 65. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Resolution honoring Knox County Election Commission, staff, and poll workers R-20-12-102 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, honoring the Knox County Election Commission, staff and poll workers was before the Board of Commissioners. Mr. Chris Davis, Administrator of Elections, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and thanked the Commissioners. Commissioner Jay moved to approve R-20-12-102 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, honoring the Knox County Election Commission, staff, and poll workers. Commissioner Schoonmaker seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Motion to address non-consent items Non-Consent Items – Item #2, Item #3, Item #5, Item #6, Item #32, Item #36, Item #39, and Item #40. Commissioner Busler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote.	Adopted	10-0-0-1	Unanimous
Dec 21, 2020	Defer Seth D. Schweitzer rezoning request (PR to A) 9-A-20-RZ — Defer to the January 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting – Item #41 - Zoning Request 9-A-20-RZ - Request of Seth D. Schweitzer for rezoning from PR (Planned Residential) to A Agricultural). Property located at 3430 Zion Lane / Parcel ID 91 042, Commission District 6. Planning Commission Recommendation: APPROVE A (Agricultural) zoning because it is consistent with the Northwest County Sector Plan and with the surrounding development, by a vote of 13-2. Zoning & land use Item history →	Deferred	—	Deferred
Dec 21, 2020	Add HIDTA Subaward Agreement for drug overdose tracking software R-20-12-803 — Add R-20-12-803 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the 2021 Appalachia High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Subaward Agreement for the receipt of funds in the amount of $7,500.00 for the Knox County Regional Forensic Center to be used for a software license to assist in the tracking of overdose cases as part of the Drug Related Death Task Force in Knox County. Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	—
Dec 21, 2020	Add FEMA grant award for COVID-19 expenditures R-20-12-802 — Add R-20-12-802 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance Program, designated as FEMA 4514-DR-TN, in the amount of $14,168.21 for COVID-19 related expenditures for the period from January 20, 2020 through December 31, 2020. (No local match required). Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	—
Dec 21, 2020	Defer TDOT Project Agreement for I-75 at Emory Road reconstruction R-20-12-403 — Defer to the January 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting R-20-12-403 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Local Agency Project Agreement with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) for the reconstruction of I-75 at SR 131 (Emory Road, Exit 112). Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Deferred	—	Deferred
Dec 21, 2020	Defer presentation on Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking Commissioner Beeler moved to amend the agenda as follows: Defer to the January 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting – Presentation by Natalie Ivey and Katie Little on the Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking (CCAHT), a Knoxville-based nonprofit that fights human trafficking through community education and training, collaborative interventions, and trauma-informed, comprehensive aftercare for survivors.	Deferred	—	Deferred
Dec 21, 2020	Motion to hold meeting electronically At this time, Commissioner Lundy moved that the day’s meeting be held via electronically in accordance with Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s Executive Order Number 65. Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Rezoning for 2728 Tipton Station Rd from A to RA RZ-20-11-103 — Consideration of the request of Jamie L. Davis for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 2728 Tipton Station Road, Parcel ID 148 05201, Commission District 9. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Rezoning for Hardin Valley Rd (CA/TO to OB/TO) RZ-20-11-114 — Consideration of the request of Land Development Solutions for rezoning from CA General Business/TO Technology Overlay to OB Office, Medical and Related Services/TO Technology Overlay was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 10611 Hardin Valley Road, Parcel ID 104 00105, Commission District 6. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	NWC Sector Plan Amendment for Hardin Valley Rd (GC to O) RZ-20-11-113 — Consideration of the request of Land Development Solutions for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from GC General Commercial to O Office was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 10611 Hardin Valley Road, Parcel ID 104 00105, Commission District 6. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Rezoning for Mountain Grove Dr from CA/A to OB RZ-20-11-112 — Consideration of the request of Land Development Solutions for rezoning from CA General Business and A Agricultural to OB Office, Medical and Related Services was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Mountain Grove Drive and 0, 105 and 115 West Marine Road, Parcel ID 137 22301, 22802, 22803 and 22804, Commission District 9. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	SC Sector Plan Amendment for Mountain Grove Dr (GC/MDR to O) RZ-20-11-111 — Consideration of the request of Land Development Solutions for South County Sector Plan Amendment from GC General Commercial and MDR Medium Density Residential to O Office was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Mountain Grove Drive and 0, 105 and 115 West Marine Road, Parcel ID 137 22301, 22802, 22803 and 22804, Commission District 9. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Rezoning for Callahan Dr from A to CB RZ-20-11-110 — Consideration of the request of Land Development Solutions for rezoning from A Agricultural to CB Business and Manufacturing was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Callahan Drive and part of 1934 Old Callahan Drive, Parcel ID 67 25801 and 256 (part of), Commission District 7. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	NWC Sector Plan Amendment for Callahan Dr (MDR/O to GC) RZ-20-11-109 — Consideration of the request of Land Development Solutions for Northwest City Sector Plan Amendment from MDR/O Medium Density Residential/Office to GC General Commercial was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Callahan Drive and part of 1934 Old Callahan Drive, Parcel ID 67 25801 and 256 (part of), Commission District 7. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Rezoning for 3240 Johnson Rd from A to RA RZ-20-11-108 — Consideration of the request of Serjiv Cojocari for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 3240 Johnson Road, Parcel ID 79 059, Commission District 6. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Rezoning for 9005 Bluegrass Rd from A to PR (4 units/acre) RZ-20-11-107 — Consideration of the request of Ball Homes, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 4 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 9005 Bluegrass Road, Parcel ID 144 10601, Commission District 5. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Rezoning for 10134/10120 Coward Mill Rd (PR 2.5 to 3.5 units/acre) RZ-20-11-106 — Consideration of the request of Reliance Development, LLC for rezoning from PR Planned Residential up to 2.5 dwelling units per acre to PR Planned Residential up to 3.5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 10134 and 10120 Coward Mill Road, Parcel ID 90 08102 and 08101, Commission District 6. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Rezoning for 5913 W Emory Rd from A/CA to PR (4 units/acre) RZ-20-11-105 — Consideration of the request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O Primos Land Company, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural and CA General Business to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 5913 West Emory Road, Parcel ID 78 038, Commission District 6. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Rezoning for 8326/8328 Joey Lane from A to PR (2 units/acre) RZ-20-11-104 — Consideration of the request of Jeffrey D. and Darsey Watts for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 2 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8326 and 8328 Joey Lane, Parcel ID 28 004 and 00401, Commission District 8. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Rezoning for 3208 Lobbeti Road from A to PR (3 units/acre) RZ-20-11-102 — Consideration of the request of Worley Builders, Inc. 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 3208 Lobbeti Road, Parcel ID 91 202 (part of), Commission District 6. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Rezoning for 12320 S Northshore Dr from A to PR (5 units/acre) RZ-20-11-101 — Consideration of the request of Edwin T. Loy, Jr. (REVISED) 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 12320 South Northshore Drive, Parcel ID 162 062, Commission District 5. Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Prohibit smoking on county-owned playgrounds (First Reading) O-20-11-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Chapter 27, Article I, Sections 27-1 and 27-9 of the Knox County Code to prohibit smoking on the grounds of county-owned playgrounds (Ordinance O-10-4-102, adopted May 24, 2010) – O-20-11-101 - (FIRST READING) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve CDC COVID-19 vaccination program provider agreement R-20-11-606 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Program Provider Agreement for the Knox County Health Department to receive and administer COVID-19 vaccines Public safety Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve Organizational Chart of Executive Branch R-20-11-904 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Organizational Chart of the Executive Branch of Knox County Government Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve Participating Addendum with Voiance Language Services, LLC R-20-11-804 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Participating Addendum with Voiance Language Services, LLC to allow Knox County to utilize a Master Agreement to procure on-demand remote interpreting and document translation services through the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve contract for court-ordered evaluations and treatment rates R-20-11-802 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with the State of Tennessee, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for the purpose of establishing rates for payment by Knox County to the State for court ordered evaluations and treatment for defendants charged only with misdemeanor crimes Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Accept CARES Act funding up to $6,979,335.00 R-20-11-801 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of U.S. Treasury Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding provided through the State of Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury in an amount up to $6,979,335.00 for the period from March 1, 2020 to December 30, 2020 (no local match required) Budget & taxes Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Accept donation for memorial bench at Clayton Park R-20-11-701 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a donation of a memorial bench at Clayton Park from Lawrence and Ginger Bradley in the amount of $1,600.00 Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve amendment to grant contract for immunization services R-20-11-605 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Three to a grant contract with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of immunization services, which amendment adds to the scope of services and increases the maximum liability of the state under the contract by $280,260.00 (no local match required) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve contracts for supplemental nursing staffing services R-20-11-604 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with RemX, Delta-T Group Tennessee, Inc., and Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc. for the provision of Supplemental Nursing Staffing Services Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve amendment to grant contract for chronic disease services R-20-11-603 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Two to a Grant Contract with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of Chronic Disease Prevention and Management Services, which amendment increases the maximum liability of the state under the contract by $189,800.00 (no local match required) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve contract with Metro Drug Coalition, Inc. for recovery housing R-20-11-602 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract between the Knox County Health Department and Metro Drug Coalition, Inc. with a maximum liability of $19,500.00 for the provision of Recovery Housing Support Fund assistance Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve amendment to contract with Cherokee Health Systems R-20-11-601 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an amendment to Knox County Contract Number 15-684 with Cherokee Health Systems for the provision of Primary Care Provider for children on TennCare, which amendment changes the renewal options from two (2) additional five-year terms to ten (10) additional one-year terms Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve MOU with Ball Homes, LLC for intersection improvements R-20-11-410 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Ball Homes, LLC for intersection improvements at Hardin Valley Road, East Gallaher Ferry Road and Hickory Creek Road Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve survey and engineering proposal for Hickory Creek/Hardin Valley roundabout R-20-11-409 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a professional survey and engineering design proposal from Cannon & Cannon, Inc. in the amount of $122,200.00 for the proposed roundabout at the intersection of Hickory Creek Road at Hardin Valley Road Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve amendment to TDOT Advanced Traffic Management System agreement R-20-11-408 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Number 4 to an Agreement with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) for the Knox County Advanced Traffic Management System – Phase I, which amendment extends the completion date from October 31, 2020 to December 31, 2021; increases the estimated cost of the project; and adds a local contribution in the amount of $160,580.00 Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve construction contract for Yarnell Road Bridge Repair R-20-11-407 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a construction contract in the amount of $192,141.50 with Whaley Construction, LLC for the Yarnell Road Bridge Repair Project Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve easement acquisitions for Cherahala Blvd extension R-20-11-406 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the necessary right-of-way, drainage, slope, and construction easement acquisitions on thirteen (13) tracts for the purpose of extending Cherahala Boulevard from existing cul-de-sac near Kemp Fain Lane to Coward Mill Road Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve construction contract for Bishop Rd at Emory Rd realignment R-20-11-405 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a construction contract in the amount of $1,816,207.50 with Whaley Construction, LLC for the Bishop Road at Emory Road Realignment Project Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve stormwater covenants with Hardin Valley Farm Development, Inc. R-20-11-404 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Hardin Valley Farm Development, Inc. for property located at 0 Glory Maple Lane (CLT Parcel #103-07206) in Commission District 6 Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve stormwater covenants with Mag Development, LLC R-20-11-403 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Mag Development, LLC for property located at 0 Poplar Grove Lane (a portion of CLT Parcel #055-042) in Commission District 6 Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve stormwater covenants with Roy Bryan Petett R-20-11-402 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Roy Bryan Petett for property located at 0 Medaris Drive (CLT Parcel #028-225) in Commission District 7 Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Approve stormwater covenants with Pasco, LLC R-20-11-401 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Pasco, LLC for property located at 1229 Lovell Road (CLT Parcel #118HA03502) in Commission District 6 Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 16, 2020	Accept surplus forklift for Knox County Sheriff's Office R-20-11-303 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of one (1) forklift with an original acquisition price of $33,000.00 from the Department of Defense 10-33 Surplus Property Program for the benefit of the Knox County Sheriff’s Office Public safety Item history →	Adopted	11-0-0-0	Unanimous

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 Item history →

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 Item history →

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 Item history →

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 Item history →

Failed

4-6-1-0

Split Failed

Dec 21, 2020

Approve ordinance prohibiting smoking on county playgrounds O-20-11-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Chapter 27, Article I, Sections 27-1 and 27-9 of the Knox County Code to prohibit smoking on the grounds of county-owned playgrounds. (Ord. No. O-10-4-102, adopted 5-24-10) O-20-11-101 was before the Board of Commissioners on second reading. Commissioner Hill moved to approve on second reading O-20-11-101 - Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Chapter 27, Article I, Sections 27-1 and 27-9 of the Knox County Code to prohibit smoking on the grounds of county-owned playgrounds. (Ord. No. O-10- 4-102, adopted 5-24-10) on second reading. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Public safety Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Authorize creation of Sports Authority of Knox County and City R-20-12-902 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the creation of the Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee 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, Beery and Sims, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Beeler moved to approve R-20-12-902 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the creation of the Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

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 Item history →

Adopted

9-1-1-0

Split

Dec 21, 2020

Approve stop loss insurance agreement with Symetra Life Insurance R-20-12-903 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement in the estimated amount of $485,434.00 with Symetra Life Insurance Company for Stop Loss Insurance for the period beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-903 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement in the estimated amount of $485,434.00 with Symetra Life Insurance Company for Stop Loss Insurance for the period beginning January 1, 2021 and ending December 31, 2021. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Accept monetary donations and school products for School Mania R-20-12-901 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of monetary donations in the total amount of $17,500.00 and various school products from numerous businesses in support of School Mania was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-901 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of monetary donations in the total amount of $17,500.00 and various school products from numerous businesses in support of School Mania. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve HIDTA Subaward Agreement for drug overdose tracking software R-20-12-803 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the 2021 Appalachia High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Subaward Agreement for the receipt of funds in the amount of $7,500.00 for the Knox County Regional Forensic Center to be used for a software license to assist in the tracking of overdose cases as part of the Drug Related Death Task Force in Knox County was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-803 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the 2021 Appalachia High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Subaward Agreement for the receipt of funds in the amount of $7,500.00 for the Knox County Regional Forensic Center to be used for a software license to assist in the tracking of overdose cases as part of the Drug Related Death Task Force in Knox County. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Accept FEMA grant award for COVID-19 expenditures R-20-12-802 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance Program, designated as FEMA 4514-DR-TN, in the amount of $14,168.21 for COVID-19 related expenditures for the period from January 20, 2020 through December 31, 2020. (No local match required) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-802 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance Program, designated as FEMA 4514-DR-TN, in the amount of $14,168.21 for COVID-19 related expenditures for the period from January 20, 2020 through December 31, 2020. (No local match required) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve contract with Volunteer Ministry Center for homeless housing R-20-12-603 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Defined Services Contract with Volunteer Ministry Center to manage and operate the homeless housing facility for COVID-19 isolation and quarantine in the maximum amount of $47,000.00 for the term beginning January 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2021 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-603 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Defined Services Contract with Volunteer Ministry Center to manage and operate the homeless housing facility for COVID-19 isolation and quarantine in the maximum amount of $47,000.00 for the term beginning January 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2021. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Accept EPA grant funding for Air Pollution Control Program R-20-12-602 — 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 $117,000.00 for Knox County Air Quality Management’s ongoing Air Pollution Control Program was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-602 - 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 $117,000.00 for Knox County Air Quality Management’s ongoing Air Pollution Control Program. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve grant contract for dental services R-20-12-601 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant contract in the amount not to exceed $1,250,000.00 with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of dental services. (No local match required) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-601 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant contract in the amount not to exceed $1,250,000.00 with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of dental services. (No local match required). Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve contract for used oil and hydrocarbon collection services R-20-12-406 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Spectra Environmental Group, Inc. to provide used oil and hydrocarbon collection services was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-406 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Spectra Environmental Group, Inc. to provide used oil and hydrocarbon collection services. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve contract for construction/demolition landfill services R-20-12-405 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Knoxville Landfills, LLC to provide construction and demolition landfill disposal services was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-405 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Knoxville Landfills, LLC to provide construction and demolition landfill disposal services. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve contract for roll-off hauling services R-20-12-404 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Waste Connections of Tennessee, Inc. to provide roll-off hauling services was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-404 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Waste Connections of Tennessee, Inc. to provide roll-off hauling services. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve Stormwater Facilities Covenants with Knox TL Lot Acquisition, LLC R-20-12-402 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Knox TL Lot Acquisition, LLC for properties located at 864 Valley Glen Blvd. (CLT Parcel # 132-04922) and 0 Millstone Lane (CLT Parcel # 132-04923) in Commission District 5 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-402 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Knox TL Lot Acquisition, LLC for properties located at 864 Valley Glen Blvd. (CLT Parcel # 132-04922) and 0 Millstone Lane (CLT Parcel # 132-04923) in Commission District 5. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve Stormwater Facilities Covenants with Igor Cheban R-20-12-401 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Igor Cheban for property located at 6939 Clinton Highway (CLT Parcel # 067-207) in Commission District 6 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-401 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Igor Cheban for property located at 6939 Clinton Highway (CLT Parcel # 067-207) in Commission District 6. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve Amendment 4 to inmate communication contract R-20-12-301 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment 4 to Contract No. 15-680 with Securus Technologies, Inc. for the provision of an inmate communication and management system, which amendment extends the initial term of the contract to April 30, 2021 (Contract not to be renewed) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-301 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment 4 to Contract No. 15-680 with Securus Technologies, Inc. for the provision of an inmate communication and management system, which amendment extends the initial term of the contract to April 30, 2021 (Contract not to be renewed). Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Confirm reappointment of John Fugate II to Emergency Communications District Board R-20-12-113 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, confirming the Knox County Mayor's reappointment of John Fugate II to the Knox County Emergency Communications District Board of Directors. (Term begins January 2, 2021 and expires January 1, 2025) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-113 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, confirming the Knox County Mayor's reappointment of John Fugate II to the Knox County Emergency Communications District Board of Directors. (Term begins January 2, 2021 and expires January 1, 2025). Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve appointments/reappointments to Three Ridges Golf Board R-20-12-112 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Knox County Mayor's recommendations of Jim Jennings, Steven Clabough, Penny Kleinschmidt for reappointment and Scott Stallings for appointment to the Three Ridges Golf Board. (Terms begin January 1, 2021 and expire December 31, 2024) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-112 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Knox County Mayor's recommendations of Jim Jennings, Steven Clabough, Penny Kleinschmidt for reappointment and Scott Stallings for appointment to the Three Ridges Golf Board. (Terms begin January 1, 2021 and expire December 31, 2024). Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Accept Dr. Lewis's resignation, appoint Ryan Hickey to TTCDA R-20-12-111 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee accepting the resignation of Dr. Ted Lewis from the Tennessee Technology Corridor Development Authority (TTCDA) Board of Commissioners and approving the appointment of Ryan Hickey to complete the unfulfilled term of Dr. Lewis on the TTCDA, which term expires April 30, 2021. (members are nominated by the Governor upon recommendations received from the County Mayor and approved by the Commission) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-111 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee accepting the resignation of Dr. Ted Lewis from the Tennessee Technology Corridor Development Authority (TTCDA) Board of Commissioners and approving the appointment of Ryan Hickey to complete the unfulfilled term of Dr. Lewis on the TTCDA, which term expires April 30, 2021. (members are nominated by the Governor upon recommendations received from the County Mayor and approved by the Commission). Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Appoint/reappoint Courtney Durrett to Arena Use Committee R-20-12-110 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, appointing/reappointing Commissioner Courtney Durrett to serve on the Arena Use Committee. (Term begins January 1, 2021 and expires December 31, 2022) was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Dailey moved to approve R-20-12-110 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, appointing/reappointing Commissioner Courtney Durrett to serve on the Arena Use Committee. (Term begins January 1, 2021 and expires December 31, 2022). Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve contracts for floor tile installation services R-20-12-211 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with Bonitz, Inc. and Skilled Services Quality Construction, LLC for the provision of floor tile installation services in an amount up to $200,000.00 annually for a term of one (1) year which may be extended for four (4) additional years, one (1) year at a time, for a total of five (5) years was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-211 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with Bonitz, Inc. and Skilled Services Quality Construction, LLC for the provision of floor tile installation services in an amount up to $200,000.00 annually for a term of one (1) year which may be extended for four (4) additional years, one (1) year at a time, for a total of five (5) years. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

10-0-0-1

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve internet access purchase agreement with Education Networks of America R-20-12-210 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement for Purchase of Internet Access and Related Services with Education Networks of America, LLC through a Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools Contract at an estimated cost of $420,000.00 for the funding year 2021-2022 with an option to renew through June 30, 2024 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to recommend approval on R-20-12-210 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement for Purchase of Internet Access and Related Services with Education Networks of America, LLC through a Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools Contract at an estimated cost of $420,000.00 for the funding year 2021- 2022 with an option to renew through June 30, 2024. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

10-0-0-1

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve contracts for high-speed printers R-20-12-209 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with Epson America, Inc., Novatech, Inc., and Riso, Inc. for the provision of high-speed printers for the term of January 1, 2021 through June 30, 2021 which may be extended for an additional five (5) years, one (1) year at a time, for a total of five (5) years and six (6) months at an estimated cost of $1,226,658.00 annually was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-209 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with Epson America, Inc., Novatech, Inc., and Riso, Inc. for the provision of high- speed printers for the term of January 1, 2021 through June 30, 2021 which may be extended for an additional five (5) years, one (1) year at a time, for a total of five (5) years and six (6) months at an estimated cost of $1,226,658.00 annually. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

10-0-0-1

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve contract with College Board for advanced academics program R-20-12-208 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with College Board for the provision of an advanced academics program for the term of November 1, 2020 through October 31, 2023 with the option to extend for two additional years for a possible total of five (5) years was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-208 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with College Board for the provision of an advanced academics program for the term of November 1, 2020 through October 31, 2023 with the option to extend for two additional years for a possible total of five (5) years. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Schools Item history →

Adopted

10-0-0-1

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Accept grant funds for Knox County Schools R-20-12-207 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of grant funds for the Knox County Schools as shown on the attached list and in the total amount of $12,081.78 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-207 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of grant funds for the Knox County Schools as shown on the attached list and in the total amount of $12,081.78. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Schools Item history →

Adopted

10-0-0-1

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve COPS 2020 Stop School Violence Grant participation R-20-12-206 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement with the City of Knoxville for Knox County's participation in a Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) 2020 Stop School Violence Grant in the amount of $464,624.00 which includes a local match of $116,156.00 to enhance the safety of Knox County students through ongoing training, school site safety improvements and technological upgrades was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to R-20-12-206 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement with the City of Knoxville for Knox County's participation in a Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) 2020 Stop School Violence Grant in the amount of $464,624.00 which includes a local match of $116,156.00 to enhance the safety of Knox County students through ongoing training, school site safety improvements and technological upgrades. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Public safety Item history →

Adopted

10-0-0-1

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Accept Local Education Agency Reopening and Programmatic Supports Grant R-20-12-205 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of the State of Tennessee Department of Education Local Education Agency Reopening and Programmatic Supports Grant in the amount of $125,000.00 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to recommend approval on R-20-12-205 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of the State of Tennessee Department of Education Local Education Agency Reopening and Programmatic Supports Grant in the amount of $125,000.00. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Schools Item history →

Adopted

10-0-0-1

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Accept Safe Schools Grant award R-20-12-204 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a Safe Schools Grant award for 2020- 2021 from the Tennessee Department of Education in the amount of $1,522,165.25 with required matching funds in the amount of $476,700.00 that will be provided by in-kind services from the Knox County's Sheriff's Office and Knoxville Police Department was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-204 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a Safe Schools Grant award for 2020-2021 from the Tennessee Department of Education in the amount of $1,522,165.25 with required matching funds in the amount of $476,700.00 that will be provided by in-kind services from the Knox County's Sheriff's Office and Knoxville Police Department. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Public safety Item history →

Adopted

10-0-0-1

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve dramatic rights license for Disney's Frozen Junior R-20-12-203 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement with Music Theatre International for a dramatic performing rights license to Disney's Frozen Junior for Holston Middle School's spring musical at an estimated cost of $1,000.00 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-203 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement with Music Theatre International for a dramatic performing rights license to Disney's Frozen Junior for Holston Middle School's spring musical at an estimated cost of $1,000.00. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Schools Item history →

Adopted

10-0-0-1

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve online subscription agreement with The DBQ Project R-20-12-202 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Online Subscription Agreement with The DBQ Project granting 51 elementary schools license to access DBQ's proprietary educational materials for the term of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021 which may be renewed in annual increments up to five (5) years at an annual cost not to exceed $8,000.00 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-202 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Online Subscription Agreement with The DBQ Project granting 51 elementary schools license to access DBQ's proprietary educational materials for the term of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021 which may be renewed in annual increments up to five (5) years at an annual cost not to exceed $8,000.00. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Schools Item history →

Adopted

10-0-0-1

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve agreement for peer review of storm shelter designs R-20-12-201 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement with Goodwyn Mills and Cawood Inc. to provide code required peer review for the design of storm shelters in Adrian Burnett Elementary, Lonsdale Elementary and Northwest Sector Elementary Schools not to exceed a cost of $33,000.00 plus reimbursable expenses was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Durrett moved to approve R-20-12-201 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement with Goodwyn Mills and Cawood Inc. to provide code required peer review for the design of storm shelters in Adrian Burnett Elementary, Lonsdale Elementary and Northwest Sector Elementary Schools not to exceed a cost of $33,000.00 plus reimbursable expenses. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote. Schools Item history →

Adopted

10-0-0-1

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve notary applications Consideration of Notary Applications was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Busler moved to approve 147 notary applications. Commissioner Hill seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve Line-Item Transfers Consideration of Line-Item Transfers in the amount of $116,000.00 was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Schoonmaker moved to approve Line-Item Transfers in the amount of $116,000.00. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve minutes of previous meeting Consideration of approval of minutes of the previous meeting was before the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner Beeler moved to approve the minutes of the previous meeting on November 16, 2020. Commissioner Busler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Motion to adjourn Zoning Session Commissioner Beeler moved to adjourn the Knox County Board of Commissioners Zoning Session. Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve rezoning from A/HP to RA/HP for Bill Johnson 11-N-20-RZ — Request of Bill Johnson for rezoning from A (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) to RA (Low Density Residential) / HP (Hillside Protection) 11-N-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 6521 Tecoy Quarry Road / Parcel ID 79 J A 01803, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Bill Johnson, applicant, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on behalf of the request. Commissioner Jay asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Hill moved to approve as recommended 11-N-20-RZ - Request of Bill Johnson for rezoning from A (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) to RA (Low Density Residential) / HP (Hillside Protection). Property located at 6521 Tecoy Quarry Road / Parcel ID 79 J A 01803, Commission District 6. Commissioner Smith seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve rezoning from BP/TO to PR/TO for Waterloo Construction LLC 11-I-20-RZ — Request of Waterloo Construction LLC for rezoning from BP (Business and Technology) / TO (Technology Overlay) to PR (Planned Residential) / TO (Technology Overlay) up to 5 dwelling units per acre. 11-I-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 10607 Coward Mill Road / Parcel ID 103 091, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. John Valliant, Attorney, representing Ball Homes, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Jay asked if there was any opposition to the request. Ms. Deborah Pettit, concerned resident, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke in opposition to the request. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director, Engineering and Public Works, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Hill moved to approve 11-I-20-RZ - Request of Waterloo Construction LLC for rezoning from BP (Business and Technology) / TO (Technology Overlay) to PR (Planned Residential) / TO (Technology Overlay) up to 3.8 dwelling units per acre. Property located at 10607 Coward Mill Road / Parcel ID 103 091, Commission District 6. Commissioner Busler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve NW County Sector Plan Amendment for Waterloo Construction LLC 11-D-20-SP — Request of Waterloo Construction LLC for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from TP (Technology Park) / HP (Hillside Protection) to LDR (Low Density Residential)/ HP (Hillside Protection) 11-D-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 10607 Coward Mill Road / Parcel ID 103 091, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. John Valliant, Attorney, representing applicant, Ball Homes, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Ryan Hickey was present but did not speak. Commissioner Jay asked if there was any opposition to the request. There was no response. Commissioner Hill moved to approve as stated 11-D-20-SP - Request of Waterloo Construction LLC for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from TP (Technology Park) / HP (Hillside Protection) to LDR (Low Density Residential)/ HP (Hillside Protection) as per Planning Commission Approve LDR (Low Density Residential) / HP (Hillside Protection) designation because it is consistent with the adjacent development. Property located at 10607 Coward Mill Road / Parcel ID 103 091, Commission District 6. Commissioner Ward seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve rezoning from A/CA to I for Blue Water Industries 11-F-20-RZ — Request of BWI ETN LLC DBA Blue Water Industries (BWI) for rezoning from A (Agricultural) and CA (General Business) to I (Industrial) 11-F-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at Property located at 0, 3112, 3114, 3121, 3204, 3205, 3207, 3219, 3220 & 3221 Vaughn Lane and 2925 & 0 Asbury Road / Parcel ID 111 002, 111 003, 111 004, 111 005, 111 006, 111 010, 111 011, 111 01101, 111 012, 111 014, 097 037, 097 039, 097 043, Commission District 8. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Walter Hillis, Environmental Manager, Blue Water Industries, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin C. Mullins 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 Beeler moved to approve 11-F-20-RZ - Request of BWI ETN LLC DBA Blue Water Industries (BWI) for rezoning from A (Agricultural) and CA (General Business) to I (Industrial) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve I (Industrial) zoning because it is consistent with the surrounding development. Property located at Property located at 0, 3112, 3114, 3121, 3204, 3205, 3207, 3219, 3220 & 3221 Vaughn Lane and 2925 & 0 Asbury Road / Parcel ID 111 002, 111 003, 111 004, 111 005, 111 006, 111 010, 111 011, 111 01101, 111 012, 111 014, 097 037, 097 039, 097 043, Commission District 8. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve East County Sector Plan Amendment for Blue Water Industries 11-C-20-SP — Request of BWI ETN LLC DBA Blue Water Industries (BWI) for East County Sector Plan Amendment from HIM (Mining), LI (Light Industrial) & GC (General Commercial) / HP (Hillside Protection) to LI (Light Industrial) / HP (Hillside Protection) 11-C-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0, 3112, 3114, 3121, 3204, 3205, 3207, 3219, 3220 & 3221 Vaughn Lane and 2925 & 0 Asbury Road / Parcel ID 111 002, 111 003, 111 004, 111 005, 111 006, 111 010, 111 011, 111 01101, 111 012, 111 014, 097 037, 097 039, 097 043, Commission District 8. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Walter Hillis, Environmental Manager, Blue Water Industries, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin C. Mullins 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 Beeler moved to approve 11-C-20-SP - Request of BWI ETN LLC DBA Blue Water Industries (BWI) for East County Sector Plan Amendment from HIM (Mining), LI (Light Industrial) & GC (General Commercial) / HP (Hillside Protection) to LI (Light Industrial) / HP (Hillside Protection) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve LI (Light Indusial)/HP Hillside Protection) designation because it is consistent with the surrounding development. Property located at 0, 3112, 3114, 3121, 3204, 3205, 3207, 3219, 3220 & 3221 Vaughn Lane and 2925 & 0 Asbury Road / Parcel ID 111 002, 111 003, 111 004, 111 005, 111 006, 111 010, 111 011, 111 01101, 111 012, 111 014, 097 037, 097 039, 097 043, Commission District 8. Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve rezoning from RB/CB to PC for Elevation Foods 11-O-20-RZ — Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O Elevation Foods Properties, LLC for rezoning from RB (General Residential) / CB (Business and Manufacturing) to PC (Planned Commercial) 11-O-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1702 & 1600 Harris Road and 5811 Rutledge Pike / Parcel ID 60 080, 07905, & 07906, Commission District 8. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC, 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 Beeler moved to approve 11-O-20-RZ - Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O Elevation Foods Properties, LLC for rezoning from RB (General Residential) / CB (Business and Manufacturing) to PC (Planned Commercial) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve PC (Planned Commercial) zoning because it allows the Planning Commission to review and condition improvements to the site that will mitigate potential adverse impacts of the existing business on the adjacent residential properties. Commissioner Schoonmaker seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve NE County Sector Plan Amendment (LDR/GC to O) for Elevation Foods 11-F-20-SP — Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O Elevation Foods Properties, LLC for Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from LDR (Low Density Residential) / GC (General Commercial) to O (Office) 11-F-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1702 &1600 Harris Road & 5811 Rutledge Pike / Parcel ID 60 080, 07905, & 07906, Commission District 8. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC, 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 Beeler moved to 11-F-20-SP - Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O Elevation Foods Properties, LLC for Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from LDR (Low Density Residential) / GC (General Commercial) to O (Office) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve the Sector Plan amendment to O (Office) land use designation since it would transition between the commercial use to the south and the residential use to the north. Property located at 1702 &1600 Harris Road & 5811 Rutledge Pike / Parcel ID 60 080, 07905, & 07906, Commission District 8. Commissioner Lundy seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve rezoning from CB/TO to OB/TO for USCC Services 11-E-20-RZ — Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC for rezoning from CB (Business and Manufacturing) / TO (Technology Overlay) to OB (Office, Medical, and Related Services) / TO (Technology Overlay) 11-E-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 875 Cornerstone Drive / Parcel ID 131 069, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC, 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 Hill moved to approve 11-E-20-RZ - Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC for rezoning from CB (Business and Manufacturing) / TO (Technology Overlay) to OB (Office, Medical, and Related Services) / TO (Technology Overlay) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve OB (Office, Medical, and Related Services) / TO (Technology Overlay) zoning because it is consistent with the surrounding development. Property located at 875 Cornerstone Drive / Parcel ID 131 069, Commission District 6. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve NW County Sector Plan Amendment (OS to O) for USCC Services 11-B-20-SP — Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from OS (Open Space) to O (Office). 11-B-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 875 Cornerstone Drive / Parcel ID 131 069, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC, 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 Hill moved to approve 11-B-20-SP - Request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O USCC Services, LLC for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from OS (Open Space) to O (Office) as per Planning Commission’s Recommendation: Approve O (Office) designation because it is consistent with the surrounding development. Property located at 875 Cornerstone Drive / Parcel ID 131 069, Commission District 6. Commissioner Biggs seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve rezoning from A/RA to PR for Urban Engineering 11-C-20-RZ — Request of Urban Engineering, Inc. for rezoning from A (Agricultural) / RA (Low Density Residential) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 3.15 dwelling units per acre 11-C-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1737 N. Campbell Station Road & 0 Long Farm Way / Parcel ID 117 01203 & 130AA00214, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Taylor Forrester, representing Urban Engineering, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Jay asked if there was any opposition to the request. Ms. Jennifer Stenstrom, concerned resident, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke in opposition to the request. Commissioner Hill moved to approve 11-C-20-RZ - Request of Urban Engineering, Inc. for rezoning from A (Agricultural) / RA (Low Density Residential) to PR (Planned Residential) at 1.93 dwelling units per acre as per Planning Commission Recommendation: APPROVE PR (Planned Residential) zoning up to 1.93 dwelling units per acre because it is consistent with the slope analysis and compatible with the surrounding zoning. Property located at 1737 N. Campbell Station Road & 0 Long Farm Way / Parcel ID 117 01203 & 130AA00214, Commission District 6. Commissioner Biggs seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve NW County Sector Plan Amendment (AG/HP to LDR/HP) for Urban Engineering 11-A-20-SP — Request of Urban Engineering, Inc. for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) to LDR (Low Density Residential) / HP (Hillside Protection) 11-A-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1737 N. Campbell Station Road & 0 Long Farm Way / Parcel ID 117 01203 & 130AA00214, Commission District 6. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Chris Sharp, Applicant, Urban Engineering., was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Hunter Harrison, resident, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Taylor Forrester, representing Urban Engineering, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Jim Snowden, Director, Engineering and Public Works, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Mr. Daniel Sanders, Knox County Deputy Law Director, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Commissioner Jay asked if there was any opposition to the request. Dr. Ryan Dabbs, concerned resident, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke in opposition to the request. Ms. Jennifer Stenstrom, concerned resident, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke in opposition to the request. Commissioner Hill moved to approve 11-A-20-SP - Request of Urban Engineering, Inc. for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) to LDR (Low Density Residential) / HP (Hillside Protection) as per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve RR (Rural Residential) / HP (Hillside Protection) designation because it is compatible with the surrounding development. Property located at 1737 N. Campbell Station Road & 0 Long Farm Way / Parcel ID 117 01203 & 130AA00214, Commission District 6. Commissioner Ward seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

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 Item history →

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 Item history →

Adopted

9-2-0-0

Split

Dec 21, 2020

Approve rezoning from I to A for E. Luke Greene 10-B-20-RZ — Request of E. Luke Greene for rezoning from I (Industrial) to A (Agricultural) 10-B-20-RZ was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1308 Saylors Ford Road / Parcel ID 42 19575, Commission District 8. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Ms. Josphine Greene, applicant, 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 Beeler moved to approve 10-B-20-RZ - Request of E. Luke Greene for rezoning from I (Industrial) to A (Agricultural) as per Planning Commission’s Recommendation Approve A (Agricultural) zoning because it is consistent with the surrounding area and would allow uses more compatible with the trend in development. Property located at 1308 Saylors Ford Road / Parcel ID 42 19575, Commission District 8. Property located at 1308 Saylors Ford Road / Parcel ID 42 19575, Commission District 8. Commissioner Busler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Approve NE County Sector Plan Amendment (LI to AG) for E. Luke Greene 10-B-20-SP — Request of E. Luke Greene for Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from LI (Light Industrial) to AG (Agricultural) 10-B-20-SP was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 1308 Saylors Ford Road / Parcel ID 42 19575, Commission District 8. Ms. Amy Brooks, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and spoke on the matter. Ms. Josphine Greene, applicant, 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 Beeler moved to approve 10-B-20-SP - Request of E. Luke Greene for Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from LI (Light Industrial) to AG (Agricultural) as per Planning Commission’s Recommendation Approve the AG (Agricultural) designation since it is consistent with surrounding development and is more aligned with the trend in development in this area than the existing industrial land use. Property located at 1308 Saylors Ford Road / Parcel ID 42 19575, Commission District 8. Commissioner Busler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Motion to hold Zoning meeting electronically Commissioner Busler moved to have the Knox County Board of Zoning meeting electronically via Zoom streaming pursuant to Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s Executive Order Number 65. Commissioner Dailey seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Resolution honoring Knox County Election Commission, staff, and poll workers R-20-12-102 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, honoring the Knox County Election Commission, staff and poll workers was before the Board of Commissioners. Mr. Chris Davis, Administrator of Elections, was present electronically via Zoom streaming and thanked the Commissioners. Commissioner Jay moved to approve R-20-12-102 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, honoring the Knox County Election Commission, staff, and poll workers. Commissioner Schoonmaker seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Motion to address non-consent items Non-Consent Items – Item #2, Item #3, Item #5, Item #6, Item #32, Item #36, Item #39, and Item #40. Commissioner Busler seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, and Jay voted aye. The motion carried 10-0-0-1. Commissioner Biggs was absent from the vote.

Adopted

10-0-0-1

Unanimous

Dec 21, 2020

Defer Seth D. Schweitzer rezoning request (PR to A) 9-A-20-RZ — Defer to the January 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting – Item #41 - Zoning Request 9-A-20-RZ - Request of Seth D. Schweitzer for rezoning from PR (Planned Residential) to A Agricultural). Property located at 3430 Zion Lane / Parcel ID 91 042, Commission District 6. Planning Commission Recommendation: APPROVE A (Agricultural) zoning because it is consistent with the Northwest County Sector Plan and with the surrounding development, by a vote of 13-2. Zoning & land use Item history →

Deferred

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Deferred

Dec 21, 2020

Add HIDTA Subaward Agreement for drug overdose tracking software R-20-12-803 — Add R-20-12-803 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the 2021 Appalachia High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Subaward Agreement for the receipt of funds in the amount of $7,500.00 for the Knox County Regional Forensic Center to be used for a software license to assist in the tracking of overdose cases as part of the Drug Related Death Task Force in Knox County. Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

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Dec 21, 2020

Add FEMA grant award for COVID-19 expenditures R-20-12-802 — Add R-20-12-802 - Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance Program, designated as FEMA 4514-DR-TN, in the amount of $14,168.21 for COVID-19 related expenditures for the period from January 20, 2020 through December 31, 2020. (No local match required). Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

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Dec 21, 2020

Defer TDOT Project Agreement for I-75 at Emory Road reconstruction R-20-12-403 — Defer to the January 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting R-20-12-403 – Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Local Agency Project Agreement with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) for the reconstruction of I-75 at SR 131 (Emory Road, Exit 112). Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Deferred

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Deferred

Dec 21, 2020

Defer presentation on Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking Commissioner Beeler moved to amend the agenda as follows: Defer to the January 2021 Board of Commissioners meeting – Presentation by Natalie Ivey and Katie Little on the Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking (CCAHT), a Knoxville-based nonprofit that fights human trafficking through community education and training, collaborative interventions, and trauma-informed, comprehensive aftercare for survivors.

Deferred

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Deferred

Dec 21, 2020

Motion to hold meeting electronically At this time, Commissioner Lundy moved that the day’s meeting be held via electronically in accordance with Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s Executive Order Number 65. Commissioner Durrett seconded the motion and upon roll call vote Commissioners Lundy, Durrett, Smith, Ward, Schoonmaker, Hill, Busler, Beeler, Dailey, Jay, and Biggs voted aye. The motion carried 11-0-0-0.

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Rezoning for 2728 Tipton Station Rd from A to RA RZ-20-11-103 — Consideration of the request of Jamie L. Davis for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 2728 Tipton Station Road, Parcel ID 148 05201, Commission District 9. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Rezoning for Hardin Valley Rd (CA/TO to OB/TO) RZ-20-11-114 — Consideration of the request of Land Development Solutions for rezoning from CA General Business/TO Technology Overlay to OB Office, Medical and Related Services/TO Technology Overlay was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 10611 Hardin Valley Road, Parcel ID 104 00105, Commission District 6. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

NWC Sector Plan Amendment for Hardin Valley Rd (GC to O) RZ-20-11-113 — Consideration of the request of Land Development Solutions for Northwest County Sector Plan Amendment from GC General Commercial to O Office was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 10611 Hardin Valley Road, Parcel ID 104 00105, Commission District 6. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Rezoning for Mountain Grove Dr from CA/A to OB RZ-20-11-112 — Consideration of the request of Land Development Solutions for rezoning from CA General Business and A Agricultural to OB Office, Medical and Related Services was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Mountain Grove Drive and 0, 105 and 115 West Marine Road, Parcel ID 137 22301, 22802, 22803 and 22804, Commission District 9. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

SC Sector Plan Amendment for Mountain Grove Dr (GC/MDR to O) RZ-20-11-111 — Consideration of the request of Land Development Solutions for South County Sector Plan Amendment from GC General Commercial and MDR Medium Density Residential to O Office was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Mountain Grove Drive and 0, 105 and 115 West Marine Road, Parcel ID 137 22301, 22802, 22803 and 22804, Commission District 9. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Rezoning for Callahan Dr from A to CB RZ-20-11-110 — Consideration of the request of Land Development Solutions for rezoning from A Agricultural to CB Business and Manufacturing was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Callahan Drive and part of 1934 Old Callahan Drive, Parcel ID 67 25801 and 256 (part of), Commission District 7. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

NWC Sector Plan Amendment for Callahan Dr (MDR/O to GC) RZ-20-11-109 — Consideration of the request of Land Development Solutions for Northwest City Sector Plan Amendment from MDR/O Medium Density Residential/Office to GC General Commercial was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 0 Callahan Drive and part of 1934 Old Callahan Drive, Parcel ID 67 25801 and 256 (part of), Commission District 7. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Rezoning for 3240 Johnson Rd from A to RA RZ-20-11-108 — Consideration of the request of Serjiv Cojocari for rezoning from A Agricultural to RA Low Density Residential was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 3240 Johnson Road, Parcel ID 79 059, Commission District 6. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Rezoning for 9005 Bluegrass Rd from A to PR (4 units/acre) RZ-20-11-107 — Consideration of the request of Ball Homes, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 4 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 9005 Bluegrass Road, Parcel ID 144 10601, Commission District 5. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Rezoning for 10134/10120 Coward Mill Rd (PR 2.5 to 3.5 units/acre) RZ-20-11-106 — Consideration of the request of Reliance Development, LLC for rezoning from PR Planned Residential up to 2.5 dwelling units per acre to PR Planned Residential up to 3.5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 10134 and 10120 Coward Mill Road, Parcel ID 90 08102 and 08101, Commission District 6. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Rezoning for 5913 W Emory Rd from A/CA to PR (4 units/acre) RZ-20-11-105 — Consideration of the request of Benjamin C. Mullins O/B/O Primos Land Company, LLC for rezoning from A Agricultural and CA General Business to PR Planned Residential up to 5 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 5913 West Emory Road, Parcel ID 78 038, Commission District 6. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Rezoning for 8326/8328 Joey Lane from A to PR (2 units/acre) RZ-20-11-104 — Consideration of the request of Jeffrey D. and Darsey Watts for rezoning from A Agricultural to PR Planned Residential up to 2 dwelling units per acre was before the Board of Commissioners. Property located at 8326 and 8328 Joey Lane, Parcel ID 28 004 and 00401, Commission District 8. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Rezoning for 3208 Lobbeti Road from A to PR (3 units/acre) RZ-20-11-102 — Consideration of the request of Worley Builders, Inc. 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 3208 Lobbeti Road, Parcel ID 91 202 (part of), Commission District 6. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Rezoning for 12320 S Northshore Dr from A to PR (5 units/acre) RZ-20-11-101 — Consideration of the request of Edwin T. Loy, Jr. (REVISED) 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 12320 South Northshore Drive, Parcel ID 162 062, Commission District 5. Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Prohibit smoking on county-owned playgrounds (First Reading) O-20-11-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending Chapter 27, Article I, Sections 27-1 and 27-9 of the Knox County Code to prohibit smoking on the grounds of county-owned playgrounds (Ordinance O-10-4-102, adopted May 24, 2010) – O-20-11-101 - (FIRST READING) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve CDC COVID-19 vaccination program provider agreement R-20-11-606 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Program Provider Agreement for the Knox County Health Department to receive and administer COVID-19 vaccines Public safety Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve Organizational Chart of Executive Branch R-20-11-904 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Organizational Chart of the Executive Branch of Knox County Government Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve Participating Addendum with Voiance Language Services, LLC R-20-11-804 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Participating Addendum with Voiance Language Services, LLC to allow Knox County to utilize a Master Agreement to procure on-demand remote interpreting and document translation services through the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve contract for court-ordered evaluations and treatment rates R-20-11-802 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with the State of Tennessee, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for the purpose of establishing rates for payment by Knox County to the State for court ordered evaluations and treatment for defendants charged only with misdemeanor crimes Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Accept CARES Act funding up to $6,979,335.00 R-20-11-801 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of U.S. Treasury Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding provided through the State of Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury in an amount up to $6,979,335.00 for the period from March 1, 2020 to December 30, 2020 (no local match required) Budget & taxes Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Accept donation for memorial bench at Clayton Park R-20-11-701 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a donation of a memorial bench at Clayton Park from Lawrence and Ginger Bradley in the amount of $1,600.00 Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve amendment to grant contract for immunization services R-20-11-605 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Three to a grant contract with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of immunization services, which amendment adds to the scope of services and increases the maximum liability of the state under the contract by $280,260.00 (no local match required) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve contracts for supplemental nursing staffing services R-20-11-604 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with RemX, Delta-T Group Tennessee, Inc., and Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc. for the provision of Supplemental Nursing Staffing Services Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve amendment to grant contract for chronic disease services R-20-11-603 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Two to a Grant Contract with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of Chronic Disease Prevention and Management Services, which amendment increases the maximum liability of the state under the contract by $189,800.00 (no local match required) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve contract with Metro Drug Coalition, Inc. for recovery housing R-20-11-602 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract between the Knox County Health Department and Metro Drug Coalition, Inc. with a maximum liability of $19,500.00 for the provision of Recovery Housing Support Fund assistance Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve amendment to contract with Cherokee Health Systems R-20-11-601 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an amendment to Knox County Contract Number 15-684 with Cherokee Health Systems for the provision of Primary Care Provider for children on TennCare, which amendment changes the renewal options from two (2) additional five-year terms to ten (10) additional one-year terms Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve MOU with Ball Homes, LLC for intersection improvements R-20-11-410 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Memorandum of Understanding with Ball Homes, LLC for intersection improvements at Hardin Valley Road, East Gallaher Ferry Road and Hickory Creek Road Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve survey and engineering proposal for Hickory Creek/Hardin Valley roundabout R-20-11-409 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a professional survey and engineering design proposal from Cannon & Cannon, Inc. in the amount of $122,200.00 for the proposed roundabout at the intersection of Hickory Creek Road at Hardin Valley Road Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve amendment to TDOT Advanced Traffic Management System agreement R-20-11-408 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Amendment Number 4 to an Agreement with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) for the Knox County Advanced Traffic Management System – Phase I, which amendment extends the completion date from October 31, 2020 to December 31, 2021; increases the estimated cost of the project; and adds a local contribution in the amount of $160,580.00 Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve construction contract for Yarnell Road Bridge Repair R-20-11-407 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a construction contract in the amount of $192,141.50 with Whaley Construction, LLC for the Yarnell Road Bridge Repair Project Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve easement acquisitions for Cherahala Blvd extension R-20-11-406 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the necessary right-of-way, drainage, slope, and construction easement acquisitions on thirteen (13) tracts for the purpose of extending Cherahala Boulevard from existing cul-de-sac near Kemp Fain Lane to Coward Mill Road Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve construction contract for Bishop Rd at Emory Rd realignment R-20-11-405 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a construction contract in the amount of $1,816,207.50 with Whaley Construction, LLC for the Bishop Road at Emory Road Realignment Project Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve stormwater covenants with Hardin Valley Farm Development, Inc. R-20-11-404 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Hardin Valley Farm Development, Inc. for property located at 0 Glory Maple Lane (CLT Parcel #103-07206) in Commission District 6 Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve stormwater covenants with Mag Development, LLC R-20-11-403 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Mag Development, LLC for property located at 0 Poplar Grove Lane (a portion of CLT Parcel #055-042) in Commission District 6 Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve stormwater covenants with Roy Bryan Petett R-20-11-402 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Roy Bryan Petett for property located at 0 Medaris Drive (CLT Parcel #028-225) in Commission District 7 Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Approve stormwater covenants with Pasco, LLC R-20-11-401 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving Covenants for Permanent Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and Best Management Practices with Pasco, LLC for property located at 1229 Lovell Road (CLT Parcel #118HA03502) in Commission District 6 Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 16, 2020

Accept surplus forklift for Knox County Sheriff's Office R-20-11-303 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of one (1) forklift with an original acquisition price of $33,000.00 from the Department of Defense 10-33 Surplus Property Program for the benefit of the Knox County Sheriff’s Office Public safety Item history →

Adopted

11-0-0-0

Unanimous

Every recorded decision