Approve minutes of the July 28, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council
approve the minutes of the July 28, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council
Urge TVA to reverse IT staff outsourcing during COVID-19 pandemic
A Resolution urging the Tennessee Valley Authority to reverse its decision to outsource hundreds of Information Technology staff and strongly encourage the Tennessee Valley Authority to not outsource any jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Councilmember Parker)
Approve consent items
approve the consent items
R-224-2020
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Approve Certificate of Compliance for Beer City Wine License
A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Beer City relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department)
O-116-2020
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Appropriate $1,500 to Alliance House for Zoom calls
An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Alliance House Community Coalition to be utilized toward bi-monthly Zoom calls.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Fugate, and Testerman)
O-117-2020
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Appropriate $1,550 to Knoxville Symphony for in-school performances
An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,550.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Symphony Society, Inc. to be utilized toward providing in-school performances for Knoxville schools.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Fugate, and Testerman)
R-225-2020
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Confirm appointment of Travis Tillman to Historic Zoning Commission
A Resolution confirming the appointment of Travis Tillman to the Historic Zoning Commission.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
O-118-2020
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Amend Operating and Capital Budget for fiscal year 2020/2021
An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital Budget for fiscal year 2020/2021.(Requested by Finance Department)
Deny appeal of Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of variances
A Resolution approving an appeal by Bill Clark of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of Aaron Tomlinson's request for eight variances for property located at 3308 Barton Street. (File number 5-F-20-VA)(Fourth District)(Requested by Plans Review and Inspections) (For Reconsideration)
R-226-2020
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Move City Council meeting from Dec 29, 2020 to Jan 12, 2021
A Resolution moving the regularly scheduled City Council meeting from December 29, 2020 to January 12, 2021.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie)
R-227-2020
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Authorize agreement for East Tennessee 2-1-1 system operation
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Knoxville - Knox County Community Action Committee for the operation and maintenance of the East Tennessee 2-1-1 system through the City of Knoxville's 3-1-1 call center for a total contract price not to exceed $72,000.00.(Requested by Requested by 311)
Authorize acquisition of property for Northwest Greenway Connector Project
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property in fee simple and for easements by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, within certain real property located at 4901 Ball Camp Pike for $80,500.00, as part of the Northwest Greenway Connector Project.(Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks & Recreation)
R-228-2020
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Authorize fiber optic infrastructure sharing agreement with state
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Communications Resource License Agreement with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the sharing of fiber optic network infrastructure.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
R-229-2020
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Authorize agreement for ICAC training and website maintenance
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police to coordinate Internet Crimes Against Children investigation training and maintenance of the ICAC Task Force website pursuant to a grant from the State of Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs in an amount not to exceed $60,600.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
R-230-2020
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Apply for and accept 2020 Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept the 2020 Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant from the Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs, in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00, for funding of the Knoxville Police Department's Forensic Unit staff training and equipment to enhance gun crime investigations and prosecutions.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
R-231-2020
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Apply for and accept 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply jointly with Knox County for the 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant award of $138,069.00 from the U.S. Department of Justice for improved operation of the criminal justice system, and if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to accept the grant award.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
R-232-2020
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Authorize IDB to negotiate PILOT with RLK Properties
A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from RLK Properties LLC payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to newly constructed improvements to real property located at 7240 Saddlerack Street, and finding such payments are deemed to be in the furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated § 7-53-305.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment)
O-119-2020
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Authorize temporary permits for on-premise beer holders during emergencies
An Emergency Ordinance to amend Section 4-76 of the Knoxville City Code to authorize temporary permits issued under declarations of emergency to certain on-premise beer permit holders during the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Roberto)
Amend Classification and Compensation Plans to add Director of HR
An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans to add the Director of Human Resources.(Requested by Human Resources Department)
O-120-2020
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Extend shared mobility vehicles moratorium through June 30, 2021
An Emergency Ordinance extending the moratorium imposed by Ordinance Nos. O-137- 2018, O-16-2019, O-101-2019, and O-35-2020 upon shared mobility vehicles within the City of Knoxville through June 30, 2021, with the exception of those shared mobility vehicle providers operating in accordance with and authorized by the City’s pilot program.(Requested by Law Department)
Change zoning code name from "Self-Storage Facility: Indoor" to "Enclosed"
An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 9.3.AA. to change the name of "Self-Storage Facility: Indoor" to "Self-Storage Facility: Enclosed," Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Amend zoning code for Landscape Design Standards and Parking Lot Yards
An Ordinance to amend several articles of the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to provide additional clarity for Landscape Design Standards and Parking Lot Perimeter Landscape Yard, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-B-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Close Nelson Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds
An Ordinance to close Nelson Avenue between Mee Street and Fort Summit Way, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Matt Brazille for Knoxville's Community Development Corporation, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Close portion of South Bell Street and authorize quitclaim deeds
An Ordinance to close a portion of South Bell Street between Fort Summit Way and the northern lot line of Parcel 095 AH 02501, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Matt Brazille for Knoxville Community Development Corporation, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-B-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Close unnamed alley off West Blount Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds
An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from West Blount Avenue to the alley behind 2216 West Blount Avenue, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Gary Underwood, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-20-AC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Approve Sector Plan amendment for 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike
An Ordinance approving the request of Dennis Lanier for an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-E-20-SP) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Approve 1-Year Plan amendment for 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike
An Ordinance approving the request of Dennis Lanier for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-C-20-PA) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Rezone 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike from RN-1 to RN-3 District
An Ordinance to rezone property located 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike from RN-1 (Single- Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Dennis Lanier, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-G-20-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Approve Sector Plan amendment for 1301 E. Weisgarber Rd
An Ordinance approving the request of Spring Farm, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest County Sector Plan from Light Industrial to Office for property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-B-20-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Approve 1-Year Plan amendment for 1301 E. Weisgarber Rd
An Ordinance approving the request of Spring Farm, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Light Industrial to Office for a portion of property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-A-20-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Rezone 1301 E. Weisgarber Rd from I-MU to O District
An Ordinance to rezone property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District to O (Office) District, Spring Farm, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-D-20-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Approve Sector Plan amendment for 2724 Western Ave
An Ordinance approving the request of Wade Lovin for Alliance Funeral Group, LLC for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Open Space to General Commercial for property located at 2724 Western Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-F-20-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Approve 1-Year Plan amendment for 2724 Western Ave
An Ordinance approving the request of Wade Lovin for Alliance Funeral Group, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Open Space to General Commercial for property located at 2724 Western Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-D-20-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Rezone 2724 Western Ave from OS to C-G-1 District
An Ordinance to rezone a portion of property located 2724 Western Avenue from OS (Parks and Open Space) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District zoning, Wade Lovin for Alliance Funeral Group, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-H-20-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Rezone 10001 & 0 Kingston Pike from I-G to C-H-2 District
An Ordinance to rezone property located at 10001 & 0 Kingston Pike from I-G (General Industrial) District to C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District, Benjamin C. Mullins for All Eleven General Partnership, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-B-20-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
