Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept Connected Communities 2.0 grant

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a Connected Communities 2.0 grant from the Department of Energy in an amount not to exceed $5,600,000.00, with a local match of in-kind staff time, to create technology innovations that support increased energy efficiency for homes, commercial buildings, and an electric system that is flexible and resilient.(Requested by Office of Sustainability)

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On October 1, 2024, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council adopted “Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept Connected Communities 2.0 grant” by a vote of 8–0.

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lauren Rider

Topics: Budget & taxes

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Aye · 8

Charles Thomas District 5 Lynne Fugate At-Large Seat A Debbie Helsley At-Large Seat B Amelia Parker At-Large Seat C Andrew Roberto District 2 Seema Singh District 3 Lauren Rider District 4 Gwen McKenzie District 6

Absent · 1

Tommy Smith District 1

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$5,600,000

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The clerk’s minutes record no speakers at the public forum for this meeting.

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Minutes of the 1 October 2024 meeting — page 12

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