Approve minutes from the January 26, 2021 Regular Meeting
approve the minutes of the January 26, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council
Announcements, extraordinary matters, and agenda adoption
a. ITEMS WITHDRAWN (Indicated with "W") None b. ITEMS FOR POSTPONEMENT (Indicated with "P")
No published motion on this item.
10-a
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Appeal of zoning variance denial for a 45-foot cross at 4605 Central Avenue Pike
A Resolution approving an appeal by Dr. Todd Stinnett of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of a request for a variance to increase the maximum height for a detached accessory structure from 18 feet to 45 feet for a freestanding work of art in the shape of a cross and bearing no advertising, property located at 4605 Central Avenue Pike. (File number 12-A-20-VA) Council District 5.(Requested by Department of Plans Review and Building Inspections)
Consent items for approval
c. ITEMS REQUESTED TO BE ADDED BY MOTION (Indicated with "M") None d. CONSENT ITEMS (Indicated with "*")
R-45-2021
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Granting a pension of $463.90/month to Jewell D. Chambers
A Resolution granting a pension of $463.90 per month to Jewell D. Chambers, an employee of the former Knoxville City School System.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-30-2021
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Granting a pension of $3,745.47/month to Dennis R. Bible
A Resolution granting a pension of $3,745.47 per month to Dennis R. Bible, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-31-2021
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Granting a pension of $4,170.17/month to Jeffrey L. Conard
A Resolution granting a pension of $4,170.17 per month to Jeffrey L. Conard, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-32-2021
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Granting a pension of $3,524.67/month to Daniel J. Corcoran
A Resolution granting a pension of $3,524.67 per month to Daniel J. Corcoran, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-33-2021
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Granting a pension of $3,959.94/month to Keith C Debow
A Resolution granting a pension of $3,959.94 per month to Keith C Debow, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-34-2021
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Granting a pension of $4,828.13/month to Mark A. Fortner
A Resolution granting a pension of $4,828.13 per month to Mark A. Fortner, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-35-2021
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Granting a pension of $1,963.87/month to Lisa Chaffin, survivor of Tommy S. Chaffin
A Resolution granting a pension of $1,963.87 per month to Lisa Chaffin, survivor of Tommy S. Chaffin, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-36-2021
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Granting a pension of $4,786.03/month to Sean J. Hejna
A Resolution granting a pension of $4,786.03 per month to Sean J. Hejna, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-37-2021
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Granting a pension of $3,773.97/month to Timothy W. Huddleston
A Resolution granting a pension of $3,773.97 per month to Timothy W. Huddleston, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-38-2021
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Granting a pension of $3,954.28/month to David H. Jenkins
A Resolution granting a pension of $3,954.28 per month to David H. Jenkins, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-39-2021
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Granting a pension of $3,459.21/month to Ronald M. Linkins, Jr.
A Resolution granting a pension of $3,459.21 per month to Ronald M. Linkins, Jr., an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-40-2021
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Granting a pension of $4,043.14/month to Bryan J. Malone
A Resolution granting a pension of $4,043.14 per month to Bryan J. Malone, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-41-2021
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Granting a pension of $4,040.77/month to Benny E. Mitchell
A Resolution granting a pension of $4,040.77 per month to Benny E. Mitchell, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-42-2021
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Granting a pension of $4,551.90/month to James R. Patton
A Resolution granting a pension of $4,551.90 per month to James R. Patton, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-43-2021
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Granting a pension of $3,956.55/month to Robert G. Russell, Jr.
A Resolution granting a pension of $3,956.55 per month to Robert G. Russell, Jr., an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-44-2021
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Granting a pension of $3,636.61/month to Scott E. Sheppard
A Resolution granting a pension of $3,636.61 per month to Scott E. Sheppard, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-29-2021
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Granting a pension of $3,774.73/month to William S. Still
A Resolution granting a pension of $3,774.73 per month to William S. Still, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
O-15-2021
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Emergency ordinance appropriating $2,544 for software license renewal for Design Center
An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,544.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. to be utilized toward annual license renewal for Vectorworks and Sketchup Pro software.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Singh, Rider, Fugate, and Testerman)
O-16-2021
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Emergency ordinance appropriating $2,000 for Knoxville History Project virtual education
An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville History Project to be utilized toward a virtual education series.(Requested by Councilmembers Thomas and Fugate)
O-17-2021
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Emergency ordinance appropriating $2,250 for an electric sign for Chilhowee Intermediate School
An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Chilhowee Intermediate School to be utilized toward an electric school sign.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Singh, Rider, Testerman, and Parker)
Mayor's Report: COVID-19 updates, community health, budget retreat, KPD graduation
MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Kincannon read the following statement into the record: As allowed by Governor Lee’s Executive Orders in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, unless I hear objection, I am going to rule that, by acclamation, Council agrees that this meeting is being conducted electronically in order to protect the public health. There was no objection, and the meeting proceeded with an electronic format. Mayor Kincannon stated Knox County had passed the 500 th death attributed to COVID-19. The Mayor invited Dr. Martha Buchanan, Knox County Health Department Director, presented the 2019 Community Health Assessment. Questions were asked of Dr. Buchanan by Council Members Rider and Thomas. Dr. Buchanan spoke to the opening of Knox County’s waiting list for the Coronavirus vaccine. Mayor Kincannon announced the City's Annual Budget Retreat for Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 9:00am over Zoom. The Mayor announced the graduation of the latest Knoxville Police Department recruiting class for Thursday, February 11, 2021. Mayor Kincannon invited Police Chief Eve Thomas to speak to their recruiting efforts. The Mayor spoke to the City's efforts to recognize Black History Month in February.
No published motion on this item.
Council Member Reports: Reese Gabrielson's Eagle Scout project recognized
REPORTS OF COUNCIL MEMBERS OR COMMITTEES Council Member Roberto congratulated Reese Gabrielson on his work to install benches at pickleball courts at West Hills Park. This was a part of his Eagle Scout project.
No published motion on this item.
R-46-2021
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Confirming Kaylin Chesney's appointment to the Better Building Board
A Resolution confirming the appointment of Kaylin Chesney to the Better Building Board of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
No ordinances on second reading
ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING None
No published motion on this item.
Zoning hearings, appeals, and plans review
HEARINGS ON ZONING MATTERS, APPEALS FROM ACTION OF MPC/BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS OR PLANS REVIEW a. Resolution 10-a was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Approved on First Reading
No published motion on this item.
Appeal of rezoning denial for 8002 Kingston Pike from C-G-3 to C-G-1
An Ordinance approving an appeal by Benjamin C. Mullins for Acre Kingston Pike T5, LLC of Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission’s denial of a request for rezoning from C-G-3 (General Commercial) to C-G-1 (General Commercial) for property located at 8002 Kingston Pike. (Planning Commission File No. 11-J-20-RZ) (Planning Commission Denied 7-6) (Second District).(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
R-47-2021
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Resolution for $25,000 in CDBG funds to Mobile Meals for COVID-19 response
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 in HUD Community Development Block Grant funds for Mobile Meals, as part of the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Community Development Department)
R-48-2021
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Amendment to contract with Knoxville Leadership Foundation for $80,000 in COVID-19 housing funds
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to Agreement No. C-20- 0255 with Knoxville Leadership Foundation to provide additional funds not to exceed $80,000.00 in HUD Community Development Block Grant-Covid19 funding for housing assistance, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19, for a new contract amount of $280,000.00.(Requested by Community Development Department)
R-49-2021
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Agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for 2021 Resurfacing Project - Phase I
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $4,209,834.00 for the 2021 Resurfacing Project - Phase I.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
R-50-2021
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Resolution to accept donation of kitchen cabinets, flooring, and countertops to KFD
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept and express appreciation to The RTA Store for donating kitchen cabinets, flooring and countertops to the Knoxville Fire Department at an approximate value of $13,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department)
Ordinances 12-u through 12-w approved on consent
Ordinances 12-u through 12-w were approved on consent - see Section 5-d Approved on First Reading
No published motion on this item.
Ordinance amending KCC 2-362 to revise charges for KPD video recordings
An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 2, Article II, Division 12, Section 2-362, revising the schedule of charges for video recordings in the custody of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
Ordinance to close an alley between Worth St and Davanna St and issue quitclaim deed
An ordinance to close an unnamed, undeveloped alley inside parcel 081NC003 on the southeast side of West Oldham Avenue between Worth Street and Davanna Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to the property owner, Eric E. Wallace, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-A-21-AC) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to change Leroy Avenue to Marion Street
An Ordinance to change the street name of Leroy Avenue between Marion Street and Val Street to Marion Street, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (PC File No. 1-A-21-SNC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to change Val Street to Marion Street
An Ordinance to change the street name of Val Street between Leroy Avenue and West Baxter Avenue to Marion Street, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (PC File No. 1-B-21-SNC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to rezone 8300 E Walker Springs Lane from Office Park to Residential
An Ordinance to rezone property located at 8300 East Walker Springs Lane from OP (Office Park) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Taylor Forrester for The Offices at St. Andrews, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 8-6) (File No. 12-A-20-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to amend sector plan for 1301 East Weisgarber Road from Light Industrial to Office
An Ordinance approving the request of Winterpast Development, 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 13-0) (File No. 1-K-21-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to amend one-year plan for 1301 East Weisgarber Road from Light Industrial to Office
An Ordinance approving the request of Winterpast Development, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Light Industrial to Office for property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-I-21-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to rezone 1301 East Weisgarber Road 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, Winterpast Development, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-L-21-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to amend sector plan for 0 Jackson Road from LDR/HP to LI/HP
An Ordinance approving the request of Seth Kehne for an amendment to the Northwest County Sector Plan from Low Density Residential / Hillside Protection to Light Industrial / Hillside Protection for a portion of the property located at 0 Jackson Road. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-J-21-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to amend one-year plan for 0 Jackson Road from LDR/HP to LI/HP
An Ordinance approving the request of Seth Kehne for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential / Hillside Protection to Light Industrial / Hillside Protection for a portion of the property located at 0 Jackson Road. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-H-21-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to rezone 0 Jackson Road from RN-1/HP to I-G/HP District
An Ordinance to rezone a portion of the property located at 0 Jackson Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) / HP (Hillside Protection) District to I-G (General Industrial) / HP (Hillside Protection) District, Seth Kehne, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-K-21-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to amend sector plan for 931 Piney Grove Church Road from MDR to MDR/Office
An Ordinance approving the request of Ben Mullins for Nancy Ziegler for an amendment to the Northwest County Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to Medium Density Residential / Office for property located at 931 Piney Grove Church Road. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-D-21-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to amend one-year plan for 931 Piney Grove Church Road from MDR to MDR/Office
An Ordinance approving the request of Ben Mullins for Nancy Ziegler for a One Year Plan Amendment from Medium Density Residential to Medium Density Residential / Office for property located at 931 Piney Grove Church Road. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-D-21-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to rezone 931 Piney Grove Church Road from RN-3 to RN-5 District
An Ordinance to rezone property located at 931 Piney Grove Church Road from RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Ben Mullins for Nancy Ziegler, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 11-D-20-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to amend sector plan for 200 Emmett Street from Light Industrial to Mixed Use
An Ordinance approving the request of Jonathan Lyons for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Light Industrial to Mixed Use-Special District (Sutherland Southside) for property located at 200 Emmett Street. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-I-21-SP) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to amend one-year plan for 200 Emmett Street from Light Industrial to Mixed Use
An Ordinance approving the request of Jonathan Lyons for a One Year Plan Amendment from Light Industrial to Mixed Use-Special District (Sutherland Southside) for property located at 200 Emmett Street. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-G-21-PA) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to rezone 200 Emmett Street from Industrial Mixed-Use to General Commercial
An Ordinance to rezone property located at 200 Emmett Street from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District to C-G-2 (General Commercial) District, Jonathan Lyons, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-J-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to amend sector plan for 1712 Liberty Street from MDR/Office to Business Park
An Ordinance approving the request of D.F.S. Properties, LP for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential/Office to Business Park Type 1 for property located at 1712 Liberty Street. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-H-21-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to amend one-year plan for 1712 Liberty Street from MDR/Office to Business Park
An Ordinance approving the request of D.F.S. Properties, LP for a One Year Plan Amendment from Medium Density Residential/Office to Business Park Type 1 for property located at 1712 Liberty Street. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-F-21-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Ordinance to rezone 1712 Liberty Street from Single-Family Residential to Industrial Mixed-Use
An Ordinance to rezone property located at 1712 Liberty Street from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, D.F.S. Properties, LP, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-I-21-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Public Forum: Tyler Givens
PUBLIC FORUM Tyler Givens 1823 Explorer Ln
No published motion on this item.
Adjournment of the meeting
ADJOURNMENT The meeting was closed at 9:15 PM
No published motion on this item.
