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Regular meeting — November 15, 2022

On November 15, 2022, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council recorded 39 published decisions. Each links to its place in the official minutes.

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Our summary — not the record

Plain-language summary

The City Council met and approved several zoning changes for properties on Garden Drive, University Avenue, Pelham Road, and Deane Hill Drive, allowing for shifts from residential to commercial or industrial uses. They also approved amendments to contracts for public safety complex repairs, accepted donations for youth programs, and approved new agreements for managing casualty claims and installing playground equipment. Additionally, the council voted to rename Old North Knoxville Park to Beth A. Booker Park.

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

Absent: Lynne Fugate (all 37 recorded votes)

Everything taken up, in order

Approve minutes of the November 1, 2022 Regular Meeting

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Knoxville

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve the minutes of the November 1, 2022 Regular Meeting of City Council

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-339-2022 · item history →

Approve compliance certificate for liquor store license for HOM Properties LLC

A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to HOM Properties LLC d/b/a University Liquors relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Department of Finance)

Unanimous Consent Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve the consent item

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Janet Testerman

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-340-2022 · item history →

Approve reappointment/appointment to Neighborhood Advisory Council

A Resolution expressing support for the Mayor's reappointment of Jack Sherrod and appointment of John Cadotte, James Tomerlin, Sydney Poker and Brad Guilford to the Neighborhood Advisory Council and expressing appreciation to Eric Johnson, Jody Mullins, Morgan Wilson, and Millie Ward for their years of service on the Neighborhood Advisory Council.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-340-2022

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Andrew Roberto

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-341-2022 · item history →

Confirm reappointment of Janet Testerman to Animal Control Board

A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Janet Testerman to the Knoxville Animal Control Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)

Unanimous Adopted 7-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-341-2022

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye Janet Testerman — Recused
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R-342-2022 · item history →

Confirm reappointment of Dennis Owen to City Pension Board

A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Dennis Owen to the City Pension Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-342-2022

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-343-2022 · item history →

Elect Cynthia Gibson to Knoxville Utilities Board of Commissioners

A Resolution electing Cynthia Gibson to the Knoxville Utilities Board of Commissioners.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-343-2022

Moved by Janet Testerman · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-142-2022 · item history →

Amend operating and capital budgets for FY 2022/2023

An Ordinance to amend the operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2022/2023.(Requested by Finance Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-142-2022 on second reading

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-143-2022 · item history →

Revise inspection requirements for aboveground storage tanks

An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville amending Chapter 11, Article I, Section 11-3 of the Knoxville City Code so as to revise the inspection requirements for aboveground storage tanks and to update references set forth in subsection 11-3(1) to accurately reflect the changes previously made to the City's zoning ordinance in August 2019.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-143-2022 on second reading

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-144-2022 · item history →

Amend North City Sector Plan for 3411 Garden Drive

An Ordinance approving the request of Ryan Lynch for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 3411 Garden Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-J-22-SP) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-144-2022 on second reading

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-145-2022 · item history →

Approve One Year Plan Amendment for 3411 Garden Drive

An Ordinance approving the request of Ryan Lynch for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 3411 Garden Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-H-22-PA) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-145-2022 on second reading

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-146-2022 · item history →

Change base zoning for 3411 Garden Drive to RN-4

An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 3411 Garden Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Ryan Lynch, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-Q-22-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-146-2022 on second reading

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-147-2022 · item history →

Amend Central City Sector Plan for 1101 University Avenue

An Ordinance approving the request of R. Bentley Marlow for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Traditional Neighborhood Residential to Neighborhood Commercial for property located at 1101 University Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 10-3) (File No. 10-G-22-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-147-2022 on second reading

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Tommy Smith

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-148-2022 · item history →

Approve One Year Plan Amendment for 1101 University Avenue

An Ordinance approving the request of R. Bentley Marlow for a One Year Plan amendment from Traditional Neighborhood Residential to Neighborhood Commercial for property located at 1101 University Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 12-1) (File No. 10-F-22-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-148-2022 on second reading

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Tommy Smith

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-149-2022 · item history →

Change base zoning for 1101 University Avenue to C-N

An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 1101 University Avenue from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District, R. Bentley Marlow, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-K-22-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-149-2022 on second reading

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-150-2022 · item history →

Amend East City Sector Plan for 2721 Whittle Springs Road

An Ordinance approving the request of Parker Bartholomew for an amendment to the East City Sector Plan from Neighborhood Commercial to Traditional Neighborhood Residential for property located at 2721 Whittle Springs Road. (Planning Commission Approved 7-6) (File No. 10-E-22-SP) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-150-2022 on second reading

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Seema Singh

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-151-2022 · item history →

Approve One Year Plan Amendment for 2721 Whittle Springs Road

An Ordinance approving the request of Parker Bartholomew for a One Year Plan amendment from Neighborhood Commercial to Traditional Neighborhood Residential for property located at 2721 Whittle Springs Road. (Planning Commission Approved 12-1) (File No. 10-D-22-PA) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-151-2022 on second reading

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Andrew Roberto

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-152-2022 · item history →

Change base zoning for 2721 Whittle Springs Road to RN-4

An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 2721 Whittle Springs Road from CN (Neighborhood Commercial) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Parker Bartholomew, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-1) (File No. 10-H-22-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-152-2022 on second reading

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Seema Singh

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-153-2022 · item history →

Amend East City Sector Plan for 0 Pelham Road

An Ordinance approving the request of Chris Burkhart for an amendment to the East City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to Light Industrial for property located at 0 Pelham Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-D-22-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-153-2022 on second reading

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Seema Singh

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-154-2022 · item history →

Approve One Year Plan Amendment for 0 Pelham Road

An Ordinance approving the request of Chris Burkhart for a One Year Plan Amendment from Medium Density Residential to Light Industrial for property located at 0 Pelham Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-C-22-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-154-2022 on second reading

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Seema Singh

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-155-2022 · item history →

Change base zoning for 0 Pelham Road to I-G

An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 Pelham Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Chris Burkhart, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-G-22-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-155-2022 on second reading

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Seema Singh

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-156-2022 · item history →

Amend West City Sector Plan for 6318 Deane Hill Drive

An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for an amendment to the West City Sector Plan from Office to General Commercial for property located at 6318 Deane Hill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-22-SP) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-156-2022 on second reading

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Janet Testerman

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-157-2022 · item history →

Approve One Year Plan Amendment for 6318 Deane Hill Drive

An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for a One Year Plan amendment from Office to General Commercial for property located at 6318 Deane Hill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-22-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-157-2022 on second reading

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Janet Testerman

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-158-2022 · item history →

Change base zoning for 6318 Deane Hill Drive to C-G-1

An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 6318 Deane Hill Drive from O (Office) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Taylor D. Forrester, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-22-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Ordinance O-158-2022 on second reading

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Janet Testerman

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-344-2022 · item history →

Rename Old North Knoxville Park to Beth A. Booker Park

A Resolution to rename the Old North Knoxville Park as the "Beth A. Booker Park."(Requested by Chairman Smith and Councilmember Rider)

Adopted no recorded vote

Motion to amend Resolution R-344-2022 to rename the park the "Beth Ann Booker Park."

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Tommy Smith

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Adopted no recorded vote

Motion to approve Resolution R-344-2022, as amended

Moved by Tommy Smith · seconded by Lauren Rider

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R-345-2022 · item history →

Amend Messer Construction contract for Public Safety Complex brick repair

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Second Amendment to Contract Number C-21-0296 with Messer Construction Company modifying the scope of work to include the repair of the brick veneer on the Professional Office Building located in the new Public Safety Complex at 900 East Oak Hill Avenue, extending the completion date for the project and increasing the contract price by $4,900,000.00 for a total contract price not to exceed $52,413,000.00.(Requested by Administration)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-345-2022

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-346-2022 · item history →

Amend McCarty Holsaple McCarty contract for Public Safety Complex design services

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Second Amendment to Contract C-19-0283 with McCarty Holsaple McCarty, Inc. to provide additional professional architectural design services with regard to replacement of the brick veneer on the Professional Office Building located in the new Public Safety Complex at 900 East Oak Hill Avenue, increasing the contract by $100,000.00 for a new total contract amount not to exceed $3,723,617.00.(Requested by Administration)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-346-2022

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-347-2022 · item history →

Accept donation from RezilientKidz for Raising Highly Capable Kids Program

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept and express appreciation to RezilientKidz for its donation of materials and training for the Raising Highly Capable Kids Program to be shared with local youth serving organizations who wish to use the program.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-347-2022

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Charles Thomas

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-348-2022 · item history →

Approve agreement with Sedgwick Claims Management Services for casualty claims

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc. to manage casualty claims for an estimated cost of $300,000.00 per year.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-348-2022

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Janet Testerman

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-349-2022 · item history →

Approve air rights easement for Knox Student Property, LLC

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an air rights easement with Knox Student Property, LLC to allow a proposed building at the 200 block of E. Blount Avenue to span the public right-of-way of Kay Street.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-349-2022

Moved by Tommy Smith · seconded by Charles Thomas

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-350-2022 · item history →

Extend Antares Golf Management agreement for golf courses

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a one year extension to agreement C-08-0141 with Antares Golf Management, Inc. to provide golf management services at Whittle Springs Golf Course and Knoxville Municipal Golf Course, for an annual amount not to exceed $177,546.12.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-350-2022

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-351-2022 · item history →

Approve play structure agreement with Playworld Preferred, Inc.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Playworld Preferred, Inc. for design, provision, and installation of play structures and related improvements at seven City locations for an amount not to exceed $1,003,564.67.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)

Split Adopted 7-1-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-351-2022

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Tommy Smith

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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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Approve play structure agreement with Great Southern Recreation, LLC

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Great Southern Recreation, LLC for design, provision, and installation of play structures and related improvements at Baker Creek Preserve Adventure Playground for an amount not to exceed $640,000.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-352-2022

Moved by Tommy Smith · seconded by Charles Thomas

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-353-2022 · item history →

Apply for and accept grant for Pedestrian Safety Campaigns

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from the State of Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $35,000.00, with no required local match, to provide overtime funding for Pedestrian Safety Campaigns.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-353-2022

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-354-2022 · item history →

Apply for and accept grant for violent crime intervention programs

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to apply for and accept a grant award of $2,000,000.00, with no required local match, from the State of Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs to be used for all costs associated with the collaborative enforcement of violent crime intervention programs.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)

Split Adopted 7-1-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-354-2022

Moved by Janet Testerman · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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-355-2022 · item history →

Approve contract with BidNET for contract management system

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with International Database Corp. d/b/a BidNET, to provide the City with a cloud-based contract management system for a total cost over five years not to exceed $265,974.18.(Requested by Purchasing Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Motion to approve Resolution R-355-2022

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Lauren Rider

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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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Resolution 11-m approved on consent

Resolution 11-m was approved on consent - see Section 5-d

No published motion on this item.

Appropriate $2,900 for My Daughters Journey, Inc.

An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,900.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to My Daughters Journey, Inc. to provide program expenses and a clinical services consultant for young women (14-24 years of age) impacted by the trauma of gun violence.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Approve on First Reading: Ordinance appropriating $2,900 for My Daughters Journey, Inc.

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Charles Thomas

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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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Appropriate $2,000 for Alliance House Community Coalition AHCC

An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Alliance House Community Coalition AHCC to be utilized toward events and outreach focused on providing resources for people in poverty and those underserved in the areas of health care and services.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Approve on First Reading: Ordinance appropriating $2,000 for Alliance House Community Coalition AHCC

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Charles Thomas

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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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Appropriate $3,000 for AMBC Fall Festival sponsorship

An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $3,000.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's operating budget and donating same toward the sponsorship of Appalachian Mountain Bike Club's 13th annual AMBC Fall Festival.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)

Unanimous Adopted 8-0-0-1

Approve on First Reading: Ordinance appropriating $3,000 for AMBC Fall Festival sponsorship

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Tommy Smith

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Absent 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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