Approve minutes from the August 8, 2023 regular meeting
Motion to: approve the minutes of the August 8, 2023 Regular Meeting of the City Council
Announcements, extraordinary matters, and agenda adoption
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EXTRAORDINARY MATTERS, ADOPTION OF AGENDA
R-266-2023
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Grant Tony L. Faulkner a monthly pension of $1,133.15
A Resolution granting a pension of $1,133.15 per month to Tony L. Faulkner, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-267-2023
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Grant Kenneth E. Perry a monthly pension of $3,833.52
A Resolution granting a pension of $3,833.52 per month to Kenneth E. Perry, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-268-2023
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Grant Howard E. Williams a monthly pension of $1,794.75
A Resolution granting a pension of $1,794.75 per month to Howard E. Williams, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-269-2023
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Grant Earl W. Kesterson a monthly pension of $1,192.36
A Resolution granting a pension of $1,192.36 per month to Earl W. Kesterson, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-270-2023
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Grant Michael S. Kelley a monthly pension of $651.67
A Resolution granting a pension of $651.67 per month (defined benefit only) to Michael S. Kelley, a former employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
R-271-2023
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Grant Richard D. Smith a monthly pension of $1,785.88
A Resolution granting a pension of $1,785.88 per month to Richard D. Smith, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
Mayor's Report
MAYOR'S REPORT
No published motion on this item.
Reports from Council Members or Committees
REPORTS OF COUNCIL MEMBERS OR COMMITTEES
No published motion on this item.
R-272-2023
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Confirm reappointments of Hundley and Smelcer to Affordable Housing Fund Committee
A Resolution confirming the Mayor's reappointments of Joshalyn Hundley and Houston Smelcer to the Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund Advisory Committee.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
R-273-2023
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Confirm Hallie Hearnes' reappointment to the Historic Zoning Commission
A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Hallie Hearnes to the Historic Zoning Commission.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
R-274-2023
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Support appointments and reappointments to the Mayor's Maker Council
A Resolution expressing support for the Mayor's appointments of Amelia Galvas, Shannon Herron, Jaleria Rivera and Jondale Stratton and the reappointments of Jonathan Clark, Tuyen Ho, Hannah Houser, Alex Jaynes and Victoria Walsh to the Mayor's Maker Council.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
O-118-2023
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Appropriate $2,850 from Community Empowerment to Ashes 2 Glory for student supplies
An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,850.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Ashes 2 Glory to provide raincoats, bags, and school supplies for students.(Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment)
O-119-2023
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Appropriate $2,000 from Parks & Rec to Boys & Girls Clubs for Hall of Fame Dinner
An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,000.00 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)
O-120-2023
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Appropriate $1,850 from Parks & Rec for Ijams Nature Center fundraiser sponsorship
An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $1,850.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grants and Benevolence fund and donating same toward the sponsorship of Ijams Nature Center's annual fundraiser "Twilight at Ijams".(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
O-121-2023
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Approve sector plan amendment for 4813 Lonas Drive from low to medium density residential
An Ordinance approving the request of Regency Associates GP for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 4813 Lonas Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 7-D-23-SP) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-122-2023
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Approve one-year plan amendment for 4813 Lonas Drive from low to medium density residential
An Ordinance approving the request of Regency Associates GP for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 4813 Lonas Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 7-C-23-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-123-2023
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Change 4813 Lonas Drive zoning from RN-1 to RN-3, Regency Associates GP applicant
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4813 Lonas Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Regency Associates GP, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 7-P-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-124-2023
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Approve sector plan amendment for 4629 Papermill Drive from MDR to General Commercial
An Ordinance approving the request of Regency Associates GP for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to General Commercial for property located at 4629 Papermill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-E-23-SP) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-125-2023
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Approve one-year plan amendment for 4629 Papermill Drive from MDR to General Commercial
An Ordinance approving the request of Regency Associates GP for a One Year Plan amendment from Medium Density Residential to General Commercial for property located at 4629 Papermill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-D-23-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-126-2023
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Change 4629 Papermill Drive zoning from C-G-2 to C-G-1, Regency Associates GP applicant
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 4629 Papermill Drive from C-G-2 (General Commercial) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Regency Associates GP, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-S-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-127-2023
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Approve sector plan amendment for 1800 & 1900 Vermont Avenue to MDR/Office
An Ordinance approving the request of Matt Brazille, Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc. for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 1800 and 1900 Vermont Avenue, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-C-23-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-128-2023
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Approve one-year plan amendment for 1800 & 1900 Vermont Avenue to MDR/Office
An Ordinance approving the request of Matt Brazille, Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc. for a One Year Plan amendment from Medium Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 1800 and 1900 Vermont Avenue, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-B-23-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-129-2023
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Change 1800 & 1900 Vermont Ave zoning from RN-4 to RN-6, Matt Brazille applicant
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1800 and 1900 Vermont Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Matt Brazille, Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-O-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-130-2023
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Amend Zoning Code removing planned district designation from 7700 & 7720 Gleason Drive
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 designation (C) from property located at 7700 and 7720 Gleason Drive, Jim Odle, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-C-23-SU) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-131-2023
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Change 2620 Belvedere Avenue zoning from RN-1 to AG, Bernadette West applicant
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2620 Belvedere Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to AG (General Agricultural) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Bernadette West, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-C-23-RZ) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-132-2023
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Change 1216 Callaway Street zoning from RN-2 to RN-4, R. Bentley Marlow applicant
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 1216 Callaway Street from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, R. Bentley Marlow, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-2) (File No. 7-H-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-133-2023
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Change 9950 Kingston Pike zoning from OP to C-G-1, Christopher W. Martin applicant
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 9950 Kingston Pike from OP (Office Park) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Christopher W. Martin, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-J-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-134-2023
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Change 1927 Highland Avenue zoning from O to RN-6, Mohammad Reza Basiri applicant
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 1927 Highland Avenue from O (Office) District to RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Mohammad Reza Basiri, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-K-23-RZ) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-135-2023
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Change 0 Rowan Road zoning from RN-1 to RN-2, Patrick Smith and Amber VanBuren applicants
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 0 Rowan Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Patrick Smith and Amber VanBuren, Applicants. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-L-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-136-2023
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Change 1547 Clinch Avenue zoning from RN-5 to C-N, Benjamin Mullins applicant
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1547 Clinch Avenue from RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Benjamin Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-M-23-RZ) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-137-2023
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Change 4425 Lonas Drive zoning from RN-1 to RN-2, Northshore Construction, Inc. applicant
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 4425 Lonas Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Northshore Construction, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-V-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
O-138-2023
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Change 6704 Watermour Way zoning from I-MU to O, Ryan Dolan applicant
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 6704 Watermour Way from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District to O (Office) District, Ryan Dolan, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-W-23-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Zoning hearings and appeals
HEARINGS ON ZONING MATTERS, APPEALS FROM ACTION OF MPC/BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS OR PLANS REVIEW
No published motion on this item.
R-275-2023
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Request Knox County Delegation advocate for expanded mental healthcare services in Knoxville
A Resolution respectfully requesting the members of the Knox County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly advocate for expanded mental health care services in Knoxville.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmembers Singh, Thomas, Rider, McKenzie, Smith, and Fugate)
R-276-2023
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Authorize Mayor to consent to assignment of lease for Gateway Retail Building
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to consent to the assignment of Three Amigos Real Estate, LLC's rights, title and interest in the Ground Lease of the Gateway Retail Building located at 920 Volunteer Landing, CLT # 095JB011, to Nunc ProTunc GP subject to final approval by the Tennessee Valley Authority.(Requested by Administration)
R-277-2023
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Authorize Mayor to execute Interlocal Agreement for Knoxville-Knox County Office of Housing Stability
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Interlocal Agreement with Knox County to establish the Knoxville-Knox County Office of Housing Stability.(Requested by Administration)
R-278-2023
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Thank Bird Global, Inc. for $100,000 donation for mobility infrastructure
A Resolution expressing appreciation to Bird Global, Inc. for the donation of $100,000.00 to be used toward the development of bicycle, pedestrian, and shared personal mobility vehicle infrastructure, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Administration)
R-279-2023
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Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Turn Up Knox for violence interruption programs
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Turn Up Knox to provide violence interruption street outreach programs in the City of Knoxville, in an amount not to exceed $450,000.00.(Requested by Community Safety and Empowerment)
R-280-2023
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Authorize Mayor to accept Midwest Casualty for excess workers' comp insurance
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept a proposal from Midwest Casualty Company to provide excess workers' compensation insurance coverage for City of Knoxville employees and K-Trans Management, Inc. employees for a one-year period at a premium not to exceed a corresponding percentage of annual payroll, currently estimated to be $188,256.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
R-281-2023
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Authorize Mayor to contract with Henley Roofing for Dr. E.V. Davidson Community Center upgrades
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Henley Roofing Company in an amount not to exceed $713,300.00 for the Dr. E.V. Davidson Community Center Re-roof & HVAC Upgrades Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
R-282-2023
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Authorize Mayor to apply for/accept Dow Chemical Grant for "Stop the Bleed" Kits
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a Dow Chemical Grant Award in the amount of $9,021.47 for the purchase of "Stop the Bleed" Kits.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
R-283-2023
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Authorize Mayor to award SPATCO Energy Solutions contract for fuel tank replacement
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with SPATCO Energy Solutions, LLC for the complete removal, disposal, and replacement of two underground fuel storage tanks located at 3409 Vice Mayor Jack Sharp Road, for an amount not to exceed $363,563.06.(Requested by Fleet Services)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
R-284-2023
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Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for emergency shelter services
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a grantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center to provide an amount not to exceed $108,171.00 in Homeless General Funds for the provision of Emergency Shelter Services to approximately 116 eligible individuals through its Dental Clinic and Resource Center.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
R-285-2023
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Authorize Mayor to apply for HUD Continuum of Care Planning Grant
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to a file a grant application with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for a Continuum of Care Planning Grant in the amount of $105,072.00, with a required 25% local match, and if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept such grant award.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
R-286-2023
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Authorize Mayor to amend agreement with TDOT for Knoxville Area Transit grant assistance
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amended agreement with the Tennessee Department of Transportation providing state match funding in the amount of $648,566.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) in order to extend the contract end date from March 30, 2023 to December 31, 2023.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
R-287-2023
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Authorize Mayor to file TDOT grant application for FY 2024 urban transit operating assistance
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $3,626,800.00 to provide funding to Knoxville Area Transit for Fiscal Year 2024 urban transit operating assistance, and if such application is approved, to authorize the Mayor to execute any and all documents to accept such a grant award.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
R-288-2023
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Authorize Mayor to contract with MBI Companies for Cecil Webb Community Center renovations
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with MBI Companies, Inc. for professional design services for the renovations to the Cecil Webb Community Center for an amount not to exceed $54,200.00 funded by the American Rescue Plan Act.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
R-289-2023
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Authorize Mayor to extend contract for Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center to July 2026
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amendment to Document C-17-0288 to extend the tri-party Defined Services Contract with Knox County, Tennessee and the Helen Ross McNabb Center, Inc., for the Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center, to extend the Agreement for three additional years, through July 31, 2026.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
R-290-2023
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Authorize Mayor to contract with Galls, Inc. for $90,000 in employee uniform garments
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Galls, Inc. for the purchase of employee uniform garments for the Public Service Department, Knoxville Area Transit, Engineering Department, Fleet Services, and Parks and Recreation department for an estimated amount of $90,000.00.(Requested by Public Service Department)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
R-291-2023
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Authorize Mayor to contract with Summit Uniforms for $90,000 in employee uniform garments
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Summit Uniforms for the purchase of employee uniform garments for the Public Service Department, Knoxville Area Transit, Engineering Department, Fleet Services, and Parks and Recreation department for an estimated amount of $90,000.00.(Requested by Public Service Department)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
Resolutions 11-r through 11-w approved on consent
Resolutions 11-r through 11-w were approved on consent - see Section 5-d
No published motion on this item.
Amend Knoxville City Code to adjust Audit Committee composition
An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 7.5, Article II, Section 7.5-66 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the composition of the Audit Committee.(Requested by Audit Committee)
substitute for the pending ordinance the following: "An ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 7.5, Article II, Section 66 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the composition of the Audit Committee."
Moved by
Lauren Rider
· seconded by Janet Testerman
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Appropriate $6,000 from Community Empowerment to Creative Community Cultural Arts
An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $6,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Creative Community Cultural Arts to support entrepreneurship training and workshops for youth.(Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment)
The minutes do not clearly record the outcome.
Public Forum
PUBLIC FORUM
No published motion on this item.
