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City of Knoxville · Budget season

Fiscal year 2021

July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021

Every budget & taxes decision the body made in this fiscal year, in the order it happened. Each step shows who moved it, how the body voted, and any dollar figure written into the motion — and links to that meeting and its source minutes.

What this shows — and what it doesn't. This is the sequence of published motions carrying the budget & taxes topic whose meeting fell in this fiscal year (City of Knoxville's runs July 1 – June 30). It is not the county budget document, not actual money spent, and not a complete account of budget deliberations. Movers, votes, and dollar amounts are copied from the record; nothing is inferred. Amounts sum only across adopted motions.

Excludes 114 motions not yet published. Contested and deferred votes publish only after review, so this arc can run short until the queue clears.

112

budget decisions on the record

111

adopted

$646,052,901.46

written into adopted motions across 185 figures

  1. July 14, 2020 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met virtually to approve minutes from a previous meeting and several resolutions. Key decisions included approving funding for bridge repairs and streetscape improvements, hiring a financial advisor, accepting a grant for fire department equipment, and contracting security services for parks. A resolution to amend a sidewalk project contract was postponed, and a zoning appeal was reconsidered for a future meeting.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  2. July 28, 2020 meeting Source minutes (PDF)
  3. August 11, 2020 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The Knoxville City Council met and approved several ordinances, including budget amendments and emergency measures related to alcohol permits and shared mobility vehicles. They also approved funding for the 2-1-1 system and authorized agreements for public safety grants. A resolution to acquire property for the Northwest Greenway Connector Project was postponed.

    From the minutes

    “Engineering Director Harold Cannon requested a two week postponement.”
    “Council Member Rider and Carter Hall, Policy and Strategic Projects”

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  4. August 25, 2020 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met to approve various ordinances and resolutions. Key decisions included approving several zoning changes, closing portions of streets, appointing members to committees, and allocating funds for community programs and infrastructure projects. The council also authorized agreements for housing initiatives, workforce development, and emergency management equipment.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  5. September 8, 2020 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met and approved several ordinances and resolutions, including funding for community programs, infrastructure projects, and the issuance of bonds for wastewater and water systems. They also confirmed appointments to city commissions and accepted grant applications for public safety initiatives. A zoning matter was postponed for further discussion.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  6. September 22, 2020 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met and approved several ordinances related to zoning changes and property acquisitions for streetscape and drainage projects. They also approved resolutions honoring individuals, accepting donations for parks and police programs, and authorizing contract amendments for infrastructure work, including the Urban Wilderness Gateway Park Project. Additionally, an ordinance to fund an environmental literacy program was approved on first reading.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  7. October 6, 2020 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met and approved several resolutions, including funding for affordable housing and park improvements, as well as grants for environmental assessments. They also approved ordinances related to zoning changes, stormwater management, and restricting smoking in playgrounds. Two ordinances regarding sign regulations were postponed for further review.

    From the minutes

    “Speaking in favor of the resolution:”
    “Speaking in favor of the ordinance:”
    “Speaking against the resolution:”
    “Speaking to the matter:”
    “Speaking in favor of the ordinance:”
    “Speaking in favor of the ordinance:”

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  8. October 20, 2020 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met and approved ordinances related to various city code amendments, including zoning, flooding, stormwater, and smoking regulations. They also approved emergency appropriations for two community organizations and amended contracts for infrastructure projects. Additionally, the council confirmed a committee appointment and rezoned several properties.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  9. November 3, 2020 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met and approved several resolutions and ordinances. Key decisions included authorizing the borrowing of up to $130 million through bonds, approving applications for transportation grants for sidewalk projects, and accepting funds for school violence prevention programs. Several zoning and land use changes were also postponed or approved on first reading.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  10. December 1, 2020 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met and withdrew a resolution regarding a pension board appointment. They approved several resolutions, including granting pensions to former employees, leasing space for E-911, and allocating funds for COVID-19 response services. The council also approved ordinances appropriating funds for community organizations and began the process of amending the city's budget.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  11. December 15, 2020 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met to approve minutes, receive reports, and vote on various resolutions and ordinances. Key decisions included approving amendments to the operating and capital budgets, appropriating funds for K-12 internet access and homelessness prevention services, and authorizing agreements for infrastructure improvements and public safety equipment. The council also passed a resolution acknowledging and apologizing for past harm to African Americans.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  12. January 12, 2021 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met and approved several ordinances related to rezoning properties for commercial and residential use, as well as closing and renaming streets. They also authorized agreements for community development projects, including homelessness prevention services and revitalization planning, and approved various grants and contracts for city departments. The council also held a public forum where three residents spoke.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  13. January 26, 2021 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met and approved several items, including ordinances to update building codes and rezone properties. They also approved funding for affordable housing initiatives and infrastructure projects. Several appointments to city boards and committees were confirmed.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  14. February 9, 2021 meeting Source minutes (PDF)
  15. February 23, 2021 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met and approved several ordinances related to zoning changes across the city, including amendments to sector plans and rezoning properties for various commercial and industrial uses. They also approved funding for homeless support and a theatre, authorized increases to existing contracts for streetlight maintenance and new sidewalk projects, and agreed to seek federal grants for criminal justice and internet crimes against children initiatives. Additionally, the council waived city taxes on surplus county properties and approved the budget for the Downtown Knoxville Alliance.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  16. March 9, 2021 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met and approved several resolutions concerning bond issuances for electric, gas, water, and wastewater systems, totaling hundreds of millions of dollars. They also approved funding for roadway and park improvements, including the Waterfront Drive Project which was initially postponed. Additionally, the council voted to request state legislation for mixed-use stadium funding and amended zoning codes to allow social service centers.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  17. March 23, 2021 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met to address various city matters, including budget amendments and zoning changes. Key decisions involved approving an ordinance to amend the operating and capital budgets for the current fiscal year and rezoning property to allow for residential use. The council also authorized agreements for infrastructure improvements and public transit grants.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  18. April 6, 2021 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met to approve minutes, postpone several zoning and sign ordinance matters to future dates, and approve appropriations for local organizations and various highway safety grants. They also approved resolutions for traffic signal improvements, easement releases, and electric bus purchases for public transit. Several ordinances concerning road closures and zoning changes were approved on first reading.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  19. April 20, 2021 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met and approved several ordinances, including rezoning property for commercial and residential use, closing several streets, and amending city codes. They also authorized contracts for the Public Safety Complex construction and a city audit. Additionally, resolutions were passed regarding crime prevention funding, infrastructure agreements, and housing assistance.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  20. May 18, 2021 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The Knoxville City Council approved the city's annual budget and set property tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year. They also established a new fund for affordable housing initiatives and approved several zoning changes. The council also authorized contracts for citywide paving and property acquisition for sidewalk improvements.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  21. June 15, 2021 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The Knoxville City Council met and approved several emergency ordinances appropriating funds to various organizations for community, educational, and recreational purposes. The council also approved resolutions related to infrastructure projects, including road and drainage improvements, and authorized agreements for city services and property acquisitions. Additionally, several ordinances related to zoning changes and the closure of public rights-of-way were approved on first reading.

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

  22. June 29, 2021 meeting Source minutes (PDF)

    Our summary — not the record

    Plain-language summary

    The City Council met and approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, including the allocation of funds to various community and educational initiatives, amendments to the zoning code, and agreements for city services and infrastructure projects. Key decisions included authorizing the city to accept significant federal grant funding and to establish an interlocal agreement with the Knoxville Utilities Board for low-income internet services.

    From the minutes

    “The Mayor announced that there were sixteen persons signed-up to speak to this matter.”

    Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

How this is built. The arc is every published motion carrying the neutral budget & taxes topic whose meeting fell in this fiscal year, ordered by meeting date. Movers, dispositions, tallies, and dollar figures are read straight from the record; amounts are copied verbatim and summed only across adopted motions. This is a view of the record, not the budget document itself. See spending approved and Methodology.