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Every published motion, unanimous or not — nothing curated out. A high unanimity rate is itself a finding.

Feb 21, 2023
Confirm appointment to Knox County Historic Zoning Commission. R-23-2-111 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, confirming the Knox County Mayor’s appointment of Anne Brooks Haston to the Knox County Historic Zoning Commission. (Term expires March 1, 2028): Personnel & appointments
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Confirm reappointments and appoint members to Disability Advisory Group. R-23-2-110 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, confirming the Knox County Mayor’s reappointments of Conya Mull and Shazi Ahmad and appointments of Joel Simmons and Ciarra Teasley to the Knox County Disability Advisory Group known as Dagwould? (Terms expire February 28, 2027): Personnel & appointments
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Authorize acceptance of grant funds and donations for Knox County Schools. R-23-2-213 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of grant funds and donations for the Knox County Schools as shown on the attached list and in the total amount of $152,725.74: Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Approve Product/Services Agreement with AVID for college/career readiness. R-23-2-212 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Product and Services Agreement with AVID for programming to support students with college and career readiness skill development and opportunities at a cost of $33,663.00: Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Approve Fund Balance Designation for Lonsdale Elementary playground. R-23-2-211 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Fund Balance Designation (General Purpose School Fund) in the amount of $209,985.33 for installation of preschool and primary grades playground at Lonsdale Elementary School: Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Approve Fund Balance Designation for Adrian Burnett Elementary playground. R-23-2-210 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Fund Balance Designation (General Purpose School Fund) in the amount of $217,532.36 for replacement of the playground at Adrian Burnett Elementary School: Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Approve Fund Balance Designation for textbooks and materials. R-23-2-209 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Fund Balance Designation (General Purpose School Fund) in the amount of $7,500,000.00 for math textbooks and science and ELA materials: Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Approve Grant Agreement with Project Lead the Way, Inc. for Farragut High School. R-23-2-208 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Grant Agreement with Project Lead the Way, Inc. for grant funding in the amount of $10,000.00 for Farragut High School: Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Authorize acceptance of TN Dept. of Education Innovate School Models Grant. R-23-2-207 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a Tennessee Department of Education Innovate School Models Grant in the amount of $23,500,000.00: Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Approve agreement with Asset Panda, LLC for Asset Management Software. R-23-2-206 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement with Asset Panda, LLC for the provision of Asset Management Software for a one-year period at a cost of $23,985.00: Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Approve contracts for miscellaneous construction and renovation services. R-23-2-204 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with Apex Construction Group, LLC, Holston Construction Services, LLC, Shelton General Contractors, Skilled Services, LLC, and Stooksbury Construction, Inc. for the provision of miscellaneous construction and renovation services for the term of February 1, 2023 to January 31, 2024, which may be extended for four (4) additional years: Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Approve Design Contract with Design Innovation Architects, Inc. R-23-2-203 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Design Contract with Design Innovation Architects, Inc. for Innovative School Model projects in the amount of $1,522,200.00: Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Approve Production Contract for L&N STEM Academy's "Lucky Stiff". R-23-2-202 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Production Contract with Music Theatre International for a dramatic performing rights license and materials for L&N STEM Academy’s production of “Lucky Stiff” at a cost of $1,630.00: Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Approve Sales Agreement for Gibbs High School band music. R-23-2-201 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Sales Agreement with Jeff Chambers Music for Gibbs High School’s purchase of band music and materials at a cost of $1,700.00: Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Rezone property from A to CA. I-V-23-RZ — Request of Taylor D. Forrester for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to CA (General Business). Property located at 9510 Thorn Grove Pike/Parcel ID 074 104. Zoning & land use
Deferred —
Deferred
Feb 21, 2023
Rezone property from CB to T. Request of Benjamin C. Mullins for rezoning from CB (Business and Manufacturing) to T (Transition). Property located at 1461, 1481, and 1501 Maryville Pike/parcel ID 122 L A 001, 003, and 002.
Deferred —
Deferred
Feb 21, 2023
Amend environmental code to add article on tire storage and disposal. O-23-2-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending the Knox County Code, Chapter 26, “Environment”, by adding a new Article VII regarding the storage and disposal of tires. (Knox County Code, Chapter 26, establishing Article VII) on first reading. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Deferred —
Deferred
Feb 21, 2023
Authorize subpoena powers for testimony on McAlister's Deli incident. R-23-2-903 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the use of subpoena powers for the Knox County Commission to subpoena the Knox County Sheriff’s Office to require the Knox County Sheriff and deputies to come before the Commission and provide their sworn testimony about the incident at McAlister’s Deli. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Deferred —
Deferred
Feb 21, 2023
Accept resignation and appoint to Library Advisory Board. R-23-2-112 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, accepting the resignation of Steve Weiner (District 5 Seat) from the Knox County Library Advisory Board and appointing ___________ to complete the unexpired term of Steve Weiner on said board (Term expires July 1, 2023) Personnel & appointments
Deferred —
Deferred
Feb 21, 2023
Approve Landlord Consent to TRS Lease Agreement for Concord Marina operations. Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Landlord Consent to TRS Lease Agreement for Go Outdoors Concord, LLC to enter into a Lease Agreement with Go Outdoors Concord TRS, LLC to conduct certain activities necessary for the operation of Concord Marina under the Lease Agreement between Knox County and Go Outdoors Concord, LLC for the professional management and operation of Concord Marina.
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Approve Subgrant Award Agreement with NAVAA for Crime Victims' Rights Week awareness. Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Subgrant Award Agreement with the National Association of VOCA Assistance Administrators (NAVAA) for funding in the amount of $4,692.00 to promote community awareness of crime victims’ rights and services during the 2023 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, April 23-29, 2023.
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Adopted 9-2-0-0
Split
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Substitute motion:Adopted 7-4-0-0
Split
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Motion to defer:Deferred 10-0-1-0
Deferred
Jan 23, 2023
Zoning Requests
Adopted 10-0-1-0
Jan 23, 2023
Second Reading: Ordinance amending Zoning Code - Temporary Uses O-22-12-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending the Knox County Code, Appendix A - Zoning, Article 3, by adding Section 3.100, Temporary Uses, which includes use standards for Temporary Occupations of a recreational vehicle, camper or other non-permanent habitation, and Article 6, by adding Section 6.12, pertaining to Temporary Use Permit (amends Ordinance O-90-9-130, adopted September 10, 1990, as amended) - (Second Reading) Zoning & land use
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve amended ground lease with Concord Yacht Club, Inc. R-23-1-903 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Ground Lease with Concord Yacht Club, Inc. for recreational activities for a term of ten (10) years beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2033 with the option to renew the lease for an additional period of ten (10) years with annual rent in the amount of $1,000.00 over the initial term of the lease with the following amendment: the term should be five (5) years beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2028 with $5,000.00 per year; there should be no default or automatic renewal; quarterly reports are to be provided to the Knox County Parks and Recreation Department; consider establishing a higher rental rate for non-county residents; and have open discussions with Risk Management and their insurer about the possibility of opening the space to public access Parks & community
Adopted 10-1-0-0
Split
Jan 23, 2023
Approve amended ground lease with Concord Yacht Club, Inc. R-23-1-903 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Ground Lease with Concord Yacht Club, Inc. for recreational activities for a term of ten (10) years beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2033 with the option to renew the lease for an additional period of ten (10) years with annual rent in the amount of $1,000.00 over the initial term of the lease with the following amendment: the term should be five (5) years beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2028 with $5,000.00 per year; there should be no default or automatic renewal; quarterly reports are to be provided to the Knox County Parks and Recreation Department; consider establishing a higher rental rate for non-county residents; and have open discussions with Risk Management and their insurer about the possibility of opening the space to public access Parks & community
Substitute motion:Failed 2-9-0-0
Split Failed
Jan 23, 2023
Approve Estoppel Certificate and Lease Amendment for Concord Marina R-23-1-701 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, consenting to and approving an Estoppel Certificate and Consent regarding Concord Marina of Knoxville LLC’s Assignment of the Lease Agreement for the Professional Management and Operation of Concord Marina to go Outdoors Concord, LLC and consenting to and approving an Amendment to Lease with Go Outdoors Concord, LLC to amend the legal description of Concord Marina Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve vehicle trade between Sheriff's Office and Rescue Agency R-23-1-301 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a vehicle trade between the Knox County Sheriff’s Office and the Knox County Rescue Agency Public safety
Adopted 10-0-1-0
Jan 23, 2023
Notary Applications
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Budget Amendments
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Line Item Transfers
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Acceptance of new county road: Denver Lane Drives and Road: Acceptance of a new county road
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approval of minutes of previous meeting
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Recognize January as Right to Life Month in Knox County R-23-1-103 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, recognizing January as Right to Life Month in Knox County Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 8-0-3-0
Jan 23, 2023
Honor Knox County 4-H Seniors R-23-1-102 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, honoring Knox County 4-H Seniors Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Honor Benny Smith and WUTK 90.3 FM for 40 years broadcasting R-23-1-101 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, honoring Benny Smith and the WUTK 90.3 FM team for 40 years of on-air broadcasting Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Encourage TDOT and Legislators to examine new highway bypass potential R-23-1-902 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, encouraging the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and State Legislators to examine the potential for a new highway bypass around Knoxville Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve termination of interest rate swap agreements R-23-1-803 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the termination of certain interest rate swap agreements of the Public Building Authority of Sevier County, Tennessee and the Public Building Authority of Blount County, Tennessee, relating to loan agreements between such boards and the County pursuant to which loans were made to the County Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve utility easement for KUB at 5001 Maloneyville Road R-23-1-802 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Utility Easement for the Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) at 5001 Maloneyville Road (Parcel 040 128) in the amount of $3,400.00 Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve demolition contract for old Rule High School R-23-1-801 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Modern Day Wrecking in the amount of $786,200.00 for the abatement and demolition of old Rule High School Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve contract with Fitch & Associates for EMS RFP consulting R-23-1-604 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Fitch & Associates to provide consulting services for the Knox County EMS Request for Proposal (RFP) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve TN Dept of Health grant for Breast and Cervical Screening Program R-23-1-603 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant contract in an amount not to exceed $215,600.00 with the Tennessee Department of Health for the provision of Tennessee Breast and Cervical Screening Program services for the period beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024 (no local match required) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Accept EPA grant for Knox County Air Quality Management program R-23-1-602 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of additional grant funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in the amount of $100,000.00 for Knox County Air Quality Management’s ongoing Air Pollution Control Program Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve grant contract with Alzheimer's Association for Healthy Brain Initiative R-23-1-601 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Contractual Agreement with the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Association, Inc. d/b/a Alzheimer’s Association for a grant in the amount of $48,000.00 to provide contractual and strategic services related to the Healthy Brain Initiative for the period beginning November 30, 2022 and ending September 29, 2023 (no local match required) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve agreement of sale for Cedar Bluff Flood Mitigation Project R-23-1-404 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement of Sale for the purpose of Parcels 119 005 and 119 017 for the Cedar Bluff Flood Mitigation Project for a total of $1,300,000.00 Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve agreement of sale for Dutchtown Road property for flood mitigation R-23-1-403 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an Agreement of Sale in the amount of $317,500.00 for the purchase of property located at 9704 Dutchtown Road for flood mitigation purposes Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve contract with Volunteer Highway Supply for road striping R-23-1-402 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Volunteer Highway Supply Company, Inc. for the provision of pavement marking materials and road striping services Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve contract with Volunteer Highway Supply for road striping R-23-1-401 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Volunteer Highway Supply Company, Inc. for the provision of pavement marking materials and road striping services Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Accept resignation and appoint Commissioner Oster to Three Ridges Golf Board R-23-1-112 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, accepting the resignation of Commissioner Kyle Ward on the Three Ridges Golf Board and approving the Knox County Mayor’s recommendation of Commissioner Gina Oster for appointment to succeed Commissioner Ward on the Three Ridges Golf Board (term expires August 31, 2026) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Appoint to Knox County Board of Construction Appeals R-23-1-111 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, appointing Bobby Haines, P.E., S.E. to the Knox County Board of Construction Appeals (term expires December 31, 2019) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Appoint to Agricultural Extension Committee R-23-1-110 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, appointing Darlene Moyers, Chris Battle, and Commissioner Kim Frazier to the Agricultural Extension Committee (terms expire December 31, 2024) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Authorize acceptance of grant funds/donations for Knox County Schools R-23-1-220 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of grant funds and donations for the Knox County Schools as shown on the attached list and in the total amount of $12,878.09 Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve grant and contract for Gibbs High School softball field fencing R-23-1-219 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving receipt of a Knox County Government Grant in the amount of $10,000.00, with required matching funds in the amount of $10,000.00, and contract with Tim’s Fencing for upgrade of Gibbs High School softball field fencing Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve receipt of Section 179D tax rebate from Trane R-23-1-218 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving receipt of Section 179D tax rebate in the amount of $138,118.80 from Trane U.S. Inc./Trane Technologies PLC Budget & taxes
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve NEA Foundation grant for Hardin Valley Academy R-23-1-217 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant agreement with the National Education Association (NEA) Foundation for grant funding in the amount of $4,412.00 for Hardin Valley Academy Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve NEA Foundation grant for Knox County Schools Social Studies Dept R-23-1-216 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant agreement with the National Education Association (NEA) Foundation for the term of November 15, 2022 through November 15, 2023 for grant funding in the amount of $1,941.00 for the Knox County Schools Social Studies Department Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve grant contract with TN Dept of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities R-23-1-215 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant contract with the Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in the amount of $2,500.00 for West Hills Elementary School for the term of January 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023 Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve SPARC Grant contract with TN Higher Education Commission R-23-1-214 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a grant contract with the Tennessee Higher Education Commission for a Supporting Postsecondary Access in Rural Communities (SPARC) Grant in the amount of $95,158.00 for the term of January 15, 2023 through December 31, 2024 Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Accept TN ALL Corps Grant from TN Dept of Education R-23-1-213 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, authorizing the acceptance of a Tennessee Department of Education Tennessee Accelerating Literacy & Learning Corps (TN ALL Corps) Grant in the amount of $2,757,300.00 Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve fund balance designation for new northwest elementary school supplies R-23-1-212 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Fund Balance Designation (General Purpose School Fund) in the amount of $414,740.00 for educational, instructional, and other supplies and materials for the new northwest sector elementary school Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Accept surplus property: Sam E. Hill Primary School R-23-1-211 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, accepting surplus property issued by Resolution of the Knox County Board of Education known as Sam E. Hill Primary School, Parcel ID 081PN03401 Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve schematic design for Sterchi Elementary addition/renovations R-23-1-210 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the schematic design of addition and renovations to Sterchi Elementary School by Lewis Group Architects Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve schematic design for Hardin Valley Academy addition R-23-1-209 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the schematic design of addition to Hardin Valley Academy by Cope Architecture Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve contract for restorative practices development with IIRP R-23-1-207 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with the International Institute for Restorative Practices for Restorative Practices professional development, materials, and support up to $403,000.00 for a two (2) year term Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve contracts for student telehealth services with Harmony and McNabb R-23-1-206 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving contracts with Harmony Family Center and McNabb Center for Student Telehealth Services up to $150,000.00 per year for the term of February 1, 2023 through January 31, 2024, which may be renewed for one (1) additional year Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve janitorial services contract for 17 Knox County Schools R-23-1-205 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a contract with Duncan & Sons Building Maintenance, LLC for janitorial services at 17 Knox County Schools for the term of February 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023 at a cost of $1,040,000.00
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve agreement with New Leaf Speaker Management for Hamish Brewer R-23-1-203 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an agreement with New Leaf Speaker Management LLC for speaker Hamish Brewer to address KCS Region 1 faculty and administration on February 20, 2023 at a cost of $10,000.00 Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve ACT testing terms and conditions for Spring 2023 R-23-1-202 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving ACT Tennessee Department of Education District-Funded Testing Terms & Conditions for Spring 2023 administration of the ACT at a cost of $37.00 per student Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Approve utility easement with KUB at West High School softball field R-23-1-201 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving a Utility Easement with Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) at West High School’s softball field Schools
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Amendments to the Agenda
Motion to amend:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Amendments to the Agenda
Motion to amend:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2023
Amendments to the Agenda
Motion to amend:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2023
Adjournment ADJOURNMENT:
Adopted 10-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2023
Amends zoning code for temporary uses and permits (Second Reading) O-22-12-101 — ORDINANCE OF THE COMMISSION OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE, AMENDING THE KNOX COUNTY CODE, APPENDIX A – ZONING, ARTICLE 3, BY ADDING SECTION 3.100, TEMPORARY USES, WHICH INCLUDES USE STANDARDS FOR TEMPORARY OCCUPATIONS OF A RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, CAMPER OR OTHER NON-PERMANENT HABITATION, AND ARTICLE, BY ADDING SECTION 6.12, PERTAINING TO TEMPORARY USE PERMIT (AMENDS ORDINANCE O-90-9-130, ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 10, 1990, AS AMENDED - (SECOND READING): Zoning & land use
Deferred 10-0-0-1
Deferred
Dec 19, 2022
Approve first reading of amendments to Zoning Ordinance on Temporary Uses O-22-12-101 — Consideration of an Ordinance of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, amending the Knox County Code, Appendix A - Zoning, Article 3, by adding Section 3.100, Temporary Uses, which includes use standards for Temporary Occupations of a recreational vehicle, camper or other non-permanent habitation, and Article 6, by adding Section 6.12, pertaining to Temporary Use Permit. (Ord. No. O-90-9-130, adopted 9-10-90, as amended) Zoning & land use
Adopted 10-0-1-0
Dec 19, 2022
Approve South County Sector Plan text and map amendments 11-C-22-SP — Request of Knoxville-Knox County Planning for a text amendment and a map amendment to the South County Sector Plan from O (Office) to MU-SD, SCO-3 (Mixed Use-Special District, Alcoa Highway Small Area Plan) for properties as listed on Exhibit A, pursuant to the adoption of the Alcoa Highway Corridor Study by the Knox County Commission on July 25, 2022 Zoning & land use
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve rezoning from A to PR for David Hutchins at 1 dwelling/acre 11-D-22-RZ — Request of David Hutchins for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 2 dwelling units per acre. Property located at 3029 Legg Lane / Parcel ID 041 174. (Commission District 8). Zoning & land use
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Deny Northeast County Sector Plan amendment for David Hutchins 11-A-22-SP — Request of David Hutchins for Northeast County Sector Plan Amendment from AG (Agricultural) and HP (Hillside Protection) to RR (Rural Residential) and HP (Hillside Protection). Property located at 3029 Legg Lane / Parcel ID 041 174. Commissioner District 8) Zoning & land use
Motion to deny:Failed 11-0-0-0
Failed
Dec 19, 2022
Approve rezoning from A to RA for Ned Ferguson 11-B-22-RZ — Request of Ned Ferguson for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to RA (Low Density Residential) per Planning Commission Recommendation: APPROVE the RA (Low Density Residential) zone because it is consistent with surrounding development and the sector plan. Property located at 1229 Mourfield Road / Parcel ID 144 03703. (Commission District 5). Zoning & land use
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve rezoning from A to PR for Charles Pruitt 10-B-22-RZ — Request of Charles Pruitt for rezoning from A (Agricultural) to PR (Planned Residential) up to 2 dwelling units per acre per Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve PR (Planned Residential) zone with a maximum density up to 2 dwelling units per acre because it is consistent with surrounding development and the Growth Policy Plan, Property located at 326 West Ford Valley Road / Parcel ID 123 ME 008. Commission District 9. Zoning & land use
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve South County Sector Plan amendment for Charles Pruitt 10-B-22-SP — Request of Charles Pruitt for South County Sector Plan Amendment from AG (Agricultural) and HP (Hillside Protection) to LDR (Low Density Residential) and HP (Hillside Protection) per Planning Commission Recommendation Approve the Sector Plan amendment to RR (Rural Residential) and HP (Hillside Protection) because the property meets the location criteria for RR and it is consistent with the Growth Policy Plan. Property located at 326 West Ford Valley Road / Parcel ID 123 ME 008. Commission District 9. Zoning & land use
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Resolution supporting expansion of Hallsdale-Powell Utility District Board R-22-12-906 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, expressing support for expanding the membership of the Hallsdale-Powell Utility District Board of Commissioners from three (3) to seven (7) members Intergovernmental & resolutions
Failed —
Failed
Dec 19, 2022
Support Governor's position on medical freedom, urge action on vaccine mandate R-22-12-904 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, supporting the position of the Governor of Tennessee to protect the medical freedom of those serving in the Tennessee Army and Air National Guard and Tennessee State Guard and urging the U.S. Congress to take appropriate action to remove and prohibit the Biden Administration's COVID-19 vaccine mandate on members of the U.S. Armed Forces Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-2-0
Dec 19, 2022
Appropriate $39,500 from General Fund for workforce training R-22-12-901 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving an appropriation in the amount of $39,500.00 from the General Fund to the Industrial Development Board of the County of Knox in support of workforce training efforts in Knox County Budget & taxes
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Withdraw R-22-12-606: Discontinue Rural Metro Ambulance Agreement R-22-12-606 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the recommendation of the Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee that Knox County’s Ambulance Service Agreement with Rural Metro of Tennessee, L.P. (AMR) be discontinued effective June 30, 2023 pursuant to the provisions of Section 803 of the Agreement Contracts & purchasing
Motion to withdraw:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve Eleventh Amendment to Rural Metro Ambulance Services Contract R-22-12-607 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Eleventh Amendment to Contract No. 12-500 with Rural Metro of Tennessee, L.P. to provide medical ambulance services in Knox County, which amendment revises several sections of the Agreement to begin on January 1, 2023 and extends the term of the Agreement to end on January 31, 2024 Contracts & purchasing
Substitute motion:Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Approve Tenth Amendment to Rural Metro Ambulance Services Contract R-22-12-605 — Consideration of a Resolution of the Commission of Knox County, Tennessee, approving the Tenth Amendment to Contract No. 12-500 with Rural Metro of Tennessee, L.P. to provide medical ambulance services in Knox County, which amendment adds a response time exemption and a waiver of certain specific performance damages to begin on June 1, 2022 and end on December 31, 2022 Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2022
Spread of Record: Employee Handbook of Register of Deeds Office Spread of Record the Employee Handbook of the Knox County Register of Deeds Office
Deferred —
Deferred
Dec 19, 2022
Approve Notary Public Applications Consideration of Notary Applications
Adopted 11-0-0-0
Unanimous

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Unanimity rate — 3799 of 4182 adopted motions in the published minutes

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  • split306
  • failed109
  • deferred251
  • withdrawn73

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