Authorize agreement to lease property for Knoxville Zoo operation.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville Zoological Gardens, Inc. to lease property located at 3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive in order to supervise, manage and operate the Zoo for an initial term of five (5) years. (Council District 6) (Requested by Urban Design and Development)

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On June 9, 2026, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council adopted “Authorize agreement to lease property for Knoxville Zoo operation.” by a vote of 8–0.

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Approve the resolution.

Moved by Denzel Grant · seconded by Charles Thomas

Topics: Parks & community

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Aye · 8

Karyn Adams District 1 Doug Lloyd District 3 Matthew DeBardelaben District 4 Charles Thomas District 5 Denzel Grant District 6 Lynne Fugate At-Large Seat A Debbie Helsley At-Large Seat B Amelia Parker At-Large Seat C

Absent · 1

Nathan Honeycutt District 2

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The clerk’s minutes note 3 speakers at the public forum for this meeting.

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Minutes of the 9 June 2026 meeting — page 10

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