Accept grant for cybersecurity software.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a grant from the Department of Homeland Security as a sub recipient of the State of Tennessee in the amount of $557,000.00 pursuant to the 2026 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) to pay for multi-factor authentication software and network monitoring software which will protect the City’s network from unauthorized access. (Requested by Innovation and Technology Department)

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On March 3, 2026, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council adopted “Accept grant for cybersecurity software.” by a vote of 9–0.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve the resolution

Moved by Lynne Fugate · seconded by Charles Thomas

Topics: Contracts & purchasing

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The vote as recorded

Aye · 9

Karyn Adams District 1 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 Amelia Parker At-Large Seat C

The figure in this motion

$557,000

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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 3 March 2026 meeting — page 13

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