Ordinance to close E Oklahoma Avenue and execute quitclaim deeds

An Ordinance to close a southern portion of E Oklahoma Avenue as it abuts property at 510 E Oklahoma Avenue, Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners (Council District 4). (Requested by Engineering Department)

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On July 7, 2026, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council adopted “Ordinance to close E Oklahoma Avenue and execute quitclaim deeds” by a vote of 7–0.

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

move to approve the ordinance

Moved by Debbie Helsley · seconded by Lynne Fugate

Topics: Zoning & land use

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The vote as recorded

Absent · 2

Karyn Adams District 1 Amelia Parker At-Large Seat C

Aye · 7

Nathan Honeycutt District 2 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

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The clerk’s minutes note 2 speakers at the public forum for this meeting.

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Minutes of the 7 July 2026 meeting — page 3

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