Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for emergency shelter

Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center, Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $54,720.00 in Homeless General Funds for the provision of emergency shelter and essential services through its Dental Clinic and Resource Center. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)

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On June 23, 2026, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council adopted “Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for emergency shelter” by a vote of 8–0.

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Part of Homelessness & shelters

Move to approve the resolution

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Debbie Helsley

Topics: Intergovernmental & resolutions

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The vote as recorded

Aye · 8

Karyn Adams District 1 Nathan Honeycutt District 2 Doug Lloyd District 3 Matthew DeBardelaben District 4 Charles Thomas District 5 Denzel Grant District 6 Debbie Helsley At-Large Seat B Amelia Parker At-Large Seat C

Absent · 1

Lynne Fugate At-Large Seat A

The figure in this motion

$54,720

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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 23 June 2026 meeting — page 8

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