Authorize lease agreement with The Muse Knoxville

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with The Muse Knoxville to lease property located at 3301 East Magnolia Avenue in order to operate a Science and Discovery Museum for the children and families of this community and the region. (Requested by Administration)

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On August 19, 2025, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council adopted “Authorize lease agreement with The Muse Knoxville” by a vote of 8–1.

Split Adopted 8-1-0-0

Part of Magnolia Avenue

Approve the resolution

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lynne Fugate

Topics: Parks & community

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Aye · 8

Charles Thomas District 5 Lynne Fugate At-Large Seat A Debbie Helsley At-Large Seat B Tommy Smith District 1 Andrew Roberto District 2 Seema Singh District 3 Lauren Rider District 4 Gwen McKenzie District 6

No · 1

Amelia Parker At-Large Seat C

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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 19 August 2025 meeting — page 16

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