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Regular meeting — February 13, 2018

On February 13, 2018, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council recorded 22 published decisions. Each links to its place in the official minutes.

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The City Council met on February 13, 2018, approving several ordinances and resolutions. Key decisions included amending the fiscal year 17/18 budget to include funds for city elections, authorizing agreements for street projects, and awarding historic preservation grants. The council also approved ordinances on first reading for zoning changes and road closures.

Quotes are copied word-for-word from the official minutes linked on this page.

Everything taken up, in order

Approve Minutes of January 30, 2018 Regular Meeting

Minutes of the January 30, 2018 Regular Meeting of City Council

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

approve the minutes of the January 30, 2018 Regular Meeting of City Council

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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Appropriate $2,150 to Centro Hispano for flooring replacement

An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward the flooring replacement project.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Singh-Perez, Rider, and Stair)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Ordinance 12-k

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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O-20-2018 · item history →

Amend Operating and Capital Budgets for FY 17/18

An Emergency Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 17/18. (Requested by Finance Department)

Adopted no recorded vote

Amend the ordinance to include $66,850 for City Elections

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

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Adopted no recorded vote

Amend the ordinance for it be heard on an emergency reading

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

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Adopted no recorded vote

Approve the ordinance as amended

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

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R-56-2018 · item history →

Amend Resolution R-120-2012 regarding server hosting

A Resolution to amend Resolution No. R-120-2012 as it pertains to server hosting of the Knoxville City Council internet forum. (Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Resolution R-56-2018

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by Lauren Rider

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-57-2018 · item history →

Execute quitclaim deed for property to Knoxville Habitat for Humanity

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Knoxville Habitat for Humanity, Inc. for one parcel of property located at 2013 East Glenwood Avenue, Parcel ID No. 082-IK-018, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $1,000.00.(Requested by Community Development Department)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Resolution R-57-2018

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by Mark Campen

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-58-2018 · item history →

Award $544,153.60 in Historic Preservation Grant Awards

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award a total amount of $544,153.60 in Historic Preservation Grant Awards to support property improvements to eligible historic properties within the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Community Development Department)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Resolution R-58-2018

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-59-2018 · item history →

Enter agreement with Deepview Solutions for pharmacy plan services

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Deepview Solutions, Inc. to provide pricing and auditing service for the City's pharmacy plan, in an amount not to exceed $90,500.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Resolution R-59-2018

Moved by Mark Campen · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-60-2018 · item history →

Execute agreement with Kimley Horn for Woodland Ave Complete Street Project

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Kimley Horn and Associates, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $263,400.00 to provide design plans for the Woodland Avenue Complete Street Project. (Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Resolution R-60-2018

Moved by Mark Campen · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-61-2018 · item history →

Execute agreement with HS Construction for pedestrian bridge connection

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with HS Construction & Excavating, LLC for an amount not to exceed $193,400.46 to connect the pedestrian bridge over Western Avenue to the sidewalk on the north side of Western Avenue.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Resolution R-61-2018

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Mark Campen

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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R-62-2018 · item history →

Execute documents for sale of 26 surplus real properties

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary for the sale of 26 surplus real properties by Powell Auction & Realty, LLC. (Requested by Finance Department)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Resolution R-62-2018

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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Adopt FEMA flood map designations

An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 12, Flood Damage and Prevention, Section 12-5, to adopt the full alpha-numeric designations for the most recent Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) flood maps.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Ordinance on First Reading

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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1-A-18-SC · item history →

Close portion of Rickard Drive

An Ordinance to close a portion of Rickard Drive from the southwest corner of parcel 081AA006 to the intersection with Hero Road, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners. Gary Koontz, Applicant. (MPC Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-A-18-SC) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Ordinance on First Reading

Moved by Mark Campen · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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1-B-18-SC · item history →

Close portion of Hero Road

An Ordinance to close Hero Road between the intersection with Rickard Drive and the northern terminus, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners. Gary Koontz, Applicant. (MPC Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-B-18-SC) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Ordinance on First Reading

Moved by Mark Campen · seconded by George C. Wallace

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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1-C-18-SC · item history →

Close portion of Piney Grove Church Road

An Ordinance to close a portion of Piney Grove Church Road from 87.6 feet southwest of the intersection of the centerline of Helmbolt Road and the northwest right-of-way of Piney Grove Church Road to 119.6 feet northeast of the intersection of the centerline of Helmbolt Road and the northwest right-of-way of Piney Grove Church Road, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners. Site Inc., Applicant. (MPC Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-C-18-SC) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Ordinance on First Reading

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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1-B-18-SP · item history →

Amend West City Sector Plan from Office to General Commercial

An Ordinance approving the request of Jeff Castor for an amendment to the West City Sector Plan from Office to General Commercial, for property located on the south side of Deane Hill Drive, south of Gerald R. Ford Street. (MPC Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-B-18-SP) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Ordinance on First Reading

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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1-J-18-RZ · item history →

Rezone property from C-3 to C-6 district

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the south side of Deane Hill Drive, south of Gerald R. Ford Street, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-6 (General Commercial Park) District, Jeff Castor, Applicant. (MPC approved 14-0) (MPC File No. 1-J-18-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Ordinance on First Reading

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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1-D-18-RZ · item history →

Rezone property from A-1 to R-1 district

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Woods-Smith Road, southwest of John May Drive, from A-1 (General Agricultural) District to R-1 (Low Density Residential) District, John Hensley, Applicant. (MPC approved 14-0) (MPC File No. 1-D-18-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Ordinance on First Reading

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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1-G-18-RZ · item history →

Rezone property from A-1 to R-1 district

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the east side of Kendall Road, south side of Gleason Drive, from A-1 (General Agricultural) District to R-1 (Low Density Residential) District, LDS Church, Applicant. (MPC approved 14-0) (MPC File No. 1-G-18-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Ordinance on First Reading

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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1-H-18-RZ · item history →

Rezone property from I-2 to R-4 district

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Hinton Avenue, southwest of N. Central Street, from I-2 (Restricted Manufacturing and Warehousing) District to R-4 (Residential) District, Christina Bouler, Applicant. (MPC approved 14-0) (MPC File No. 1-H-18-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Ordinance on First Reading

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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1-I-18-RZ · item history →

Rezone property from C-1 to C-3 district

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the east side of Patton Street, north of E. Summit Hill Drive, from C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District, Michael Brady Inc., Applicant. (MPC approved 14-0) (MPC File No. 1-I-18-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Approve Ordinance on First Reading

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Andrew Roberto

Stephanie Welch — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Marshall Stair — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye
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