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City of Knoxville · City Council

Regular meeting — July 31, 2018

On July 31, 2018, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council recorded 61 published decisions. Each links to its place in the official minutes.

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Absent: Marshall Stair (all 61 recorded votes)· Gwen McKenzie (16 of 61 recorded votes)

Everything taken up, in order

10-a · item history →

Ordinance to change zoning classification on E. Morelia Avenue

An Ordinance to change the zoning classification of property located on the southeast side of E. Morelia Avenue, southwest side of Harvey Street from R-2 (General Residential) / IH-1 (Infill Housing Overlay) District to C-3 (General Commercial) / IH-1 (Infill Housing Overlay) District, Jerry Bridges, Applicant, on appeal from a denial by MPC. (MPC denied 12-1) (MPC File No. 4-B-18-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Withdrawn Withdrawn 7-0-0-2

Motion to withdraw

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by Mark Campen

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

Approve amended Certificate of Compliance for Knoxville Room Service liquor license

A Resolution approving the issuance of an amended Certificate of Compliance to Knoxville Room Service relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City, due to a recent change in state law.(Requested by Finance Department)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

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

Grant pension to Kenneth J. Parrott

A Resolution granting a pension of $1,396.61 per month to Kenneth J. Parrott, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

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

Grant pension to Joseph B. Toole

A Resolution granting a pension of $629.20 per month to Joseph B. Toole, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

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

Grant pension to David D. Massey

A Resolution granting a pension of $1,030.93 per month to David D. Massey, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

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

Grant pension to David B. Rausch

A Resolution granting a pension of $8,867.01 per month to David B. Rausch, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

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

Grant pension to Phillip Wayne Bell

A Resolution granting a pension of $4,291.61 per month to Phillip Wayne Bell, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department. (Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

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

Grant pension to Steven W. Hall

A Resolution granting a pension of $236.14 per month to Steven W. Hall, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by George C. Wallace

Mark Campen — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Absent Marshall Stair — Absent
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O-107-2018 · item history →

Ordinance to close Forest Avenue

An Ordinance to close Forest Avenue between the eastern edge of Twelfth Street right-of-way and the southwestern edge of World's Fair Park Drive right-of-way, subject to one condition, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Trevor Hill, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-1) (File No. 11-A-14-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by George C. Wallace

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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O-108-2018 · item history →

Ordinance to close unnamed alley between Patton St and eastern terminus

An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between Patton Street and the eastern terminus, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-1) (File No. 6-A-18-AC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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O-109-2018 · item history →

Ordinance to rezone property on NW side of Weisbrook Lane to I-3 districts

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Weisbrook Lane, northeast of East Weisgarber Road, from C-6 (General Commercial Park) District to I-3 (General Industrial) District, Mountain View Partners, LP, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0-1) (MPC File No. 6-F-18-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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O-110-2018 · item history →

Ordinance to rezone property on W side of Pleasant Ridge Rd to RP-1

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the west side of Pleasant Ridge Road, north of Sanderson Road, from R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District at a density of up to 24 units per acre subject to one condition, Tekco, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0-1) (MPC File No. 6-I-18-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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O-111-2018 · item history →

Ordinance to rezone property on SE side of Highland Ave to O-2/NC-1 districts

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Highland Avenue, southwest side of Eighteenth Street, from R-2 (General Residential) / NC-1 (Neighborhood Conservation Overlay) District to O-2 (Civic and Institutional) / NC-1 (Neighborhood Conservation Overlay) District, Land Development Solutions, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0-1) (MPC File No. 6-K-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-269-2018 · item history →

Authorize agreement with Neighborhood Housing, Inc. for CDBG funding

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing, Inc. to provide $119,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for its Workforce Development Program.(Requested by Community Development Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-270-2018 · item history →

Authorize agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc for Operation Backyard

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing, Inc. to provide $176,990.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the minor home repair program “Operation Backyard.”(Requested by Community Development Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by George C. Wallace · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-271-2018 · item history →

Authorize agreement with K-KC Community Action for home repair program

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $416,991.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the Emergency and Minor Home Repair Program.(Requested by Community Development Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-272-2018 · item history →

Authorize agreement with K-KC Community Action for Homeward Bound Program

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $140,000.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funding for the Homeward Bound Program.(Requested by Community Development Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by George C. Wallace · seconded by Seema Singh

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-273-2018 · item history →

Authorize grant application for Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for a Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Grant in an amount up to $3,600,000.00, with a required local match in the amount of $300,000.00, and, if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept such a grant award. (Requested by Community Development Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-274-2018 · item history →

Accept insurance proposal from Affiliated FM Insurance Company

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a proposal from Affiliated FM Insurance Company to provide property, flood, earthquake and boiler and machinery insurance coverage insurance for the City of Knoxville for an annual premium not to exceed $219,815.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by Andrew Roberto

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-275-2018 · item history →

Amend contract for 2017 Sidewalk Replacement Project

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-17-0212 with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for the 2017 Sidewalk Replacement Project, increasing the contract amount by $14,397.60 for a new contract total of $1,275,894.06 and extending the date of completion to August 17, 2018. (Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-276-2018 · item history →

Amend contract for Merchant Dr/Clinton Hwy Intersection Improvements

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-14-0152 with Gresham Smith and Partners, Inc. for the Merchant Drive/Clinton Highway Intersection Improvements Project, increasing the contract amount by $22,000.00 for a new contract total of $187,360.00, and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2018. (Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Mark Campen · seconded by Andrew Roberto

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-277-2018 · item history →

Amend contract for 2017 Neighborhood Drainage Phase II Project

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0169 with HS Construction & Excavating, LLC for the 2017 Neighborhood Drainage Phase II Project, increasing the contract amount by $50,319.88 for a new contract total of $524,728.88.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-278-2018 · item history →

Adopt Hazard Mitigation Plan Major Update

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to adopt the "Major Update" to the Knox County, City of Knoxville and Town of Farragut Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by George C. Wallace · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-279-2018 · item history →

Apply for and accept Cities for Citizenship Grant

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a Cities for Citizenship Grant in the amount of $50,000.00, and if approved, award subgrants to Tennessee Immigrant Empowerment Solutions, Inc. and Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition.(Requested by Mayor Rogero)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Stephanie Welch

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-280-2018 · item history →

Authorize sale of surplus property at 308 Parham Street

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary for the sale of surplus property located at 308 Parham Street (Parcel ID No. 082-NA-015) to Kenneth Levon Thurman, for a purchase price of $1,600.00.(Requested by Finance Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-281-2018 · item history →

Authorize sale of surplus property at 504 N. Chestnut Street

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary for the sale of surplus property located at 504 N. Chestnut Street (Parcel ID No. 082-JP-017) to Thanh Nguyen d/b/a Knoxville Fixer Upper, LLC, for a purchase price of $1,500.00.(Requested by Finance Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-282-2018 · item history →

Contract with Holston Construction for KAT bus lift system replacement

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Holston Construction Services, LLC to remove and replace the existing in-ground hydraulic bus lift system at the KAT Maintenance Shop in an amount not to exceed $269,323.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-283-2018 · item history →

Apply for and accept School Violence Prevention Program Grant

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a two-year School Violence Prevention Program Grant Award from the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services in the amount of $375,000.00, with a required local match to be provided by Knox County Schools in the amount of $125,000.00, for a total grant amount of $500,000.00 to expand and improve security at schools. (Requested by Knoxville Police Department)

Split Adopted 7-1-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Andrew Roberto

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — No George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-284-2018 · item history →

Annex land at 7720 Pocanno Road and approve Plan of Services

A Resolution to effect annexation of a tract of land located at 7720 Pocanno Road and to approve a Plan of Services for said area. (Requested by Office of Redevelopment)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-285-2018 · item history →

Authorize agreement with Fulghum MacIndoe for LED Lighting Retrofit

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fulghum MacIndoe & Associates, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $314,738.00 for the LED Lighting Retrofit Project.(Requested by Office of Sustainability)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Finbarr Saunders

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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Approve amended Certificate of Compliance for Knoxville Room Service

A Resolution approving the issuance of an amended Certificate of Compliance to Knoxville Room Service relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City, due to a recent change in state law.(Requested by Finance Department)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Absent Marshall Stair — Absent
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Grant pension to Kenneth J. Parrott on consent

A Resolution granting a pension of $1,396.61 per month to Kenneth J. Parrott, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Absent Marshall Stair — Absent
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Grant pension to Joseph B. Toole on consent

A Resolution granting a pension of $629.20 per month to Joseph B. Toole, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Absent Marshall Stair — Absent
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Grant pension to David D. Massey on consent

A Resolution granting a pension of $1,030.93 per month to David D. Massey, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Absent Marshall Stair — Absent
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Grant pension to David B. Rausch on consent

A Resolution granting a pension of $8,867.01 per month to David B. Rausch, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Absent Marshall Stair — Absent
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Grant pension to Phillip Wayne Bell on consent

A Resolution granting a pension of $4,291.61 per month to Phillip Wayne Bell, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department. (Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Absent Marshall Stair — Absent
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Grant pension to Steven W. Hall on consent

A Resolution granting a pension of $236.14 per month to Steven W. Hall, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-2

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Absent Marshall Stair — Absent
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O-107-2018 · item history →

Ordinance to close Forest Avenue

An Ordinance to close Forest Avenue between the eastern edge of Twelfth Street right-of-way and the southwestern edge of World's Fair Park Drive right-of-way, subject to one condition, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Trevor Hill, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-1) (File No. 11-A-14-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on second reading

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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O-108-2018 · item history →

Ordinance to close unnamed alley between Patton St and eastern terminus

An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between Patton Street and the eastern terminus, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-1) (File No. 6-A-18-AC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on second reading

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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O-109-2018 · item history →

Ordinance to rezone property on NW side of Weisbrook Lane to I-3 districts

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Weisbrook Lane, northeast of East Weisgarber Road, from C-6 (General Commercial Park) District to I-3 (General Industrial) District, Mountain View Partners, LP, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0-1) (MPC File No. 6-F-18-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on second reading

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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O-110-2018 · item history →

Ordinance to rezone property on W side of Pleasant Ridge Rd to RP-1

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the west side of Pleasant Ridge Road, north of Sanderson Road, from R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District at a density of up to 24 units per acre subject to one condition, Tekco, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0-1) (MPC File No. 6-I-18-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on second reading

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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O-111-2018 · item history →

Ordinance to rezone property on SE side of Highland Ave to O-2/NC-1 districts

An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Highland Avenue, southwest side of Eighteenth Street, from R-2 (General Residential) / NC-1 (Neighborhood Conservation Overlay) District to O-2 (Civic and Institutional) / NC-1 (Neighborhood Conservation Overlay) District, Land Development Solutions, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0-1) (MPC File No. 6-K-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on second reading

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-269-2018 · item history →

Authorize agreement with Neighborhood Housing, Inc. for CDBG funding

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing, Inc. to provide $119,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for its Workforce Development Program.(Requested by Community Development Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-270-2018 · item history →

Authorize agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc for Operation Backyard

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing, Inc. to provide $176,990.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the minor home repair program “Operation Backyard.”(Requested by Community Development Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-271-2018 · item history →

Authorize agreement with K-KC Community Action for home repair program

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $416,991.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the Emergency and Minor Home Repair Program.(Requested by Community Development Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-272-2018 · item history →

Authorize agreement with K-KC Community Action for Homeward Bound Program

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $140,000.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funding for the Homeward Bound Program.(Requested by Community Development Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-273-2018 · item history →

Authorize grant application for Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for a Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Grant in an amount up to $3,600,000.00, with a required local match in the amount of $300,000.00, and, if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept such a grant award. (Requested by Community Development Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-274-2018 · item history →

Accept insurance proposal from Affiliated FM Insurance Company

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a proposal from Affiliated FM Insurance Company to provide property, flood, earthquake and boiler and machinery insurance coverage insurance for the City of Knoxville for an annual premium not to exceed $219,815.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-275-2018 · item history →

Amend contract for 2017 Sidewalk Replacement Project

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-17-0212 with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for the 2017 Sidewalk Replacement Project, increasing the contract amount by $14,397.60 for a new contract total of $1,275,894.06 and extending the date of completion to August 17, 2018. (Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-276-2018 · item history →

Amend contract for Merchant Dr/Clinton Hwy Intersection Improvements

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-14-0152 with Gresham Smith and Partners, Inc. for the Merchant Drive/Clinton Highway Intersection Improvements Project, increasing the contract amount by $22,000.00 for a new contract total of $187,360.00, and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2018. (Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-277-2018 · item history →

Amend contract for 2017 Neighborhood Drainage Phase II Project

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0169 with HS Construction & Excavating, LLC for the 2017 Neighborhood Drainage Phase II Project, increasing the contract amount by $50,319.88 for a new contract total of $524,728.88.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-278-2018 · item history →

Adopt Hazard Mitigation Plan Major Update

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to adopt the "Major Update" to the Knox County, City of Knoxville and Town of Farragut Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-279-2018 · item history →

Apply for and accept Cities for Citizenship Grant

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a Cities for Citizenship Grant in the amount of $50,000.00, and if approved, award subgrants to Tennessee Immigrant Empowerment Solutions, Inc. and Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition.(Requested by Mayor Rogero)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-280-2018 · item history →

Authorize sale of surplus property at 308 Parham Street

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary for the sale of surplus property located at 308 Parham Street (Parcel ID No. 082-NA-015) to Kenneth Levon Thurman, for a purchase price of $1,600.00.(Requested by Finance Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-281-2018 · item history →

Authorize sale of surplus property at 504 N. Chestnut Street

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary for the sale of surplus property located at 504 N. Chestnut Street (Parcel ID No. 082-JP-017) to Thanh Nguyen d/b/a Knoxville Fixer Upper, LLC, for a purchase price of $1,500.00.(Requested by Finance Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-282-2018 · item history →

Contract with Holston Construction for KAT bus lift system replacement

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Holston Construction Services, LLC to remove and replace the existing in-ground hydraulic bus lift system at the KAT Maintenance Shop in an amount not to exceed $269,323.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-284-2018 · item history →

Annex land at 7720 Pocanno Road and approve Plan of Services

A Resolution to effect annexation of a tract of land located at 7720 Pocanno Road and to approve a Plan of Services for said area. (Requested by Office of Redevelopment)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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R-285-2018 · item history →

Authorize agreement with Fulghum MacIndoe for LED Lighting Retrofit

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fulghum MacIndoe & Associates, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $314,738.00 for the LED Lighting Retrofit Project.(Requested by Office of Sustainability)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on consent

Moved by unrecorded

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article III, Division 2, Section 4-131

An Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article III, Division 2, Section 4-131 of the Knoxville City Code so as to amend certain distance requirements to coincide with newly enacted state law.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on first reading

Moved by Finbarr Saunders · seconded by Andrew Roberto

Mark Campen — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Finbarr Saunders — Aye Seema Singh — Aye George C. Wallace — Aye Stephanie Welch — Aye Marshall Stair — Absent
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Ordinance appropriating funds for Boys & Girls Clubs

An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from Parks and Recreation Department funds and donating same to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to be utilized toward the Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve on first reading

Moved by Stephanie Welch · seconded by Andrew Roberto

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