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Regular meeting — May 4, 2021

On May 4, 2021, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council recorded 31 published decisions. Each links to its place in the official minutes.

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The City Council met on May 4, 2021, to discuss city business. Key decisions included approving various agreements for infrastructure repairs and property acquisitions, authorizing the transfer of property for a charter school, and passing the first reading of the annual budget and tax levy ordinances. The council also approved a resolution to establish an Affordable Housing Fund.

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

Absent: Amelia Parker (8 of 31 recorded votes)

Everything taken up, in order

Withdraw ordinance amending Northwest City Sector Plan for properties on Merchant Drive/Oakhill Drive

An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for Hilton Capital Group for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential / Hillside Protection to Medium Density Residential/Office / Hillside Protection for a portion of properties located at 2400 and 2600 Merchant Drive and at 5291 Oakhill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-E-21-SP) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Withdrawn Withdrawn 8-0-0-1

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Absent Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Withdraw ordinance approving One Year Plan Amendment for properties on Merchant Drive/Oakhill Drive

An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential / Hillside Protection to Medium Density Residential/Office / Hillside Protection for a portion of properties located at 2400 and 2600 Merchant Drive and at 5291 Oakhill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-E-21-PA) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Withdrawn Withdrawn 8-0-0-1

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Absent Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Withdraw ordinance to rezone properties on Merchant Drive and Oakhill Drive

An Ordinance to rezone a portion of property located at 2400 Merchant Drive from C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District and AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) / HP (Hillside Protection) District, and to rezone a portion of properties located at 2600 Merchant Drive and 5291 Oakhill Drive from AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) / HP (Hillside Protection) District, Benjamin C. Mullins for Hilton Capital Group, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-C-21-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Withdrawn Withdrawn 8-0-0-1

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Absent Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Approve Certificate of Compliance for Towne Fine Wine & Spirits liquor store license

A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Towne Fine Wine & Spirits, LLC d/b/a Towne Fine Wine & Spirits relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (ABC) for a license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Finance Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Moved by Lynne Fugate · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Absent Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Approve Certificate of Compliance for KNX400, LLC d/b/a Earth Fare wine license

A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KNX400, LLC d/b/a Earth Fare relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Moved by Lynne Fugate · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Absent Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Grant a pension of $4,247.23 per month to Donald R. Emmett, Jr.

A Resolution granting a pension of $4,247.23 per month to Donald R. Emmett, Jr., an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Moved by Lynne Fugate · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Absent Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Grant a pension of $874.95 per month to Darrell G. Johnson

A Resolution granting a pension of $874.95 per month to Darrell G. Johnson, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Moved by Lynne Fugate · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Absent Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Grant a pension of $3,360.40 per month to Krista L. Davies

A Resolution granting a pension of $3,360.40 per month to Krista L. Davies, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Moved by Lynne Fugate · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Absent Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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R-132-2021 · item history →

Approve reappointment of Maribel Koella to Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority

A Resolution approving the reappointment of Maribel Koella to the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lynne Fugate

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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R-133-2021 · item history →

Confirm Mayor's nomination of Amy Midis to Planning Commission

A Resolution confirming the Mayor's nomination of Amy Midis to a seat on the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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R-134-2021 · item history →

Appoint Julie Eisenhower to the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee

A Resolution appointing Julie Eisenhower to serve as a member of the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Testerman)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Janet Testerman · seconded by Charles Thomas

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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O-57-2021 · item history →

Ordinance to rezone property at 4821 North Broadway from C-G-2 to C-G-1 District

An Ordinance to rezone property located at 4821 North Broadway from C-G-2 (General Commercial) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Erick Garcia Salas, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 7-6) (File No. 2-E-21-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Split Adopted 5-4-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance

Moved by Janet Testerman · seconded by Lynne Fugate

Charles Thomas — No Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — No Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — No Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — No Janet Testerman — Aye
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R-135-2021 · item history →

Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for 2021 Resurfacing Phase II

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $3,056,338.25 for the 2021 Resurfacing Phase II Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Andrew Roberto

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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R-136-2021 · item history →

Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for Boyds Bridge Pike repair

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $131,425.00 for the Boyds Bridge Pike Bridge Joint and Approach Repair Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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R-137-2021 · item history →

Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for Woodland Avenue Bridge repair

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $163,053.00 for the Woodland Avenue Bridge Joint & Approach Repair Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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R-138-2021 · item history →

Authorize Mayor to acquire property for Lancaster Drive Sidewalk Improvements Project

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, in fee simple and for easements within twelve tracts of real property as part of the Lancaster Drive Sidewalk Improvements Project for a total amount not to exceed $575,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Split Adopted 8-1-0-0

Moved by Tommy Smith · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — No Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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R-139-2021 · item history →

Authorize Mayor to acquire easements within CSX property for Amherst Road Slope Stabilization

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire easements by negotiated purchase within CSX Transportation Railroad property for $23,000.00, as part of the Amherst Road Slope Stabilization Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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R-140-2021 · item history →

Authorize Mayor to enter construction agreement with CSX for Amherst Road Slope Stabilization

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a construction agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $230,405.12 as part of the Amherst Road Slope Stabilization Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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R-141-2021 · item history →

Authorize Mayor to transfer property on Hannah Avenue to Emerald Charter Schools

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary for the transfer of real property located on Hannah Avenue at Carrick Street to Emerald Charter Schools.(Requested by Finance Department)

R-142-2021 · item history →

Authorize submission of 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan to HUD

A Resolution authorizing the submission of the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan to the Five-Year Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and authorizing the Mayor to execute any required documents under the Community Development Block Grant, Home Investment Partnerships Act, and Emergency Solutions Grant programs.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development)

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Authorize Mayor to execute subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League for HUD CDBG-CV funds

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League to provide an amount not to exceed $90,000.00 in HUD CDBG-CV funds for Housing Stabilization Services, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lynne Fugate

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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R-144-2021 · item history →

Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Cintas for uniform and floor mat rental

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Participating Agency Agreement with Cintas for the rental of uniforms and floor mats in an amount not to exceed $80,000 annually.(Requested by Purchasing)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Ordinance fixing annual appropriations for City of Knoxville departments for FY 2021-2022

An Ordinance making and fixing the annual appropriations for the several departments, agencies, and funds of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 20/21 into FY 21/22.(Requested by Finance Department)

Ordinance to levy tax on all taxable properties for City of Knoxville FY 2021-2022

An Ordinance to levy a tax on all taxable properties, real, personal and mixed, within the corporate limits of the City of Knoxville to provide sufficient revenues to fund the General fund and Debt Service Fund operations and Debt Service obligations of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022.(Requested by Finance Department)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Ordinance to amend City Code regarding Classification and Compensation Plans

An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Article III, Division 2, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Ordinance to amend City Code to establish Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund

An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Articles II and IV of the Knoxville City Code to establish the Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund.(Requested by Administration)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Lynne Fugate · seconded by Seema Singh

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Ordinance to amend Knoxville Zoning Code by removing planned district designation from O Nickle Road property

An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as "The City of Knoxville Zoning Code," to remove a previously approved planned district (C) designation from property located at O Nickle Road, Chris Sharp, P.E. / Urban Engineering, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 4-F-21-SU) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Ordinance approving amendment to Central City Sector Plan for 2100 Chipman Street

An Ordinance approving the request of Terry L. Harris for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial for property located at 2100 Chipman Street. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-B-21-SP) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Ordinance approving One Year Plan Amendment for 2100 Chipman Street

An Ordinance approving the request of Terry L. Harris for a One Year Plan Amendment from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial for property located at 2100 Chipman Street. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-A-21-PA) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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Ordinance to rezone property at 2100 Chipman Street from RN-4 to I-MU District

An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2100 Chipman Street from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Terry L. Harris, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-F-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Aye
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