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City of Knoxville · City Council

Regular meeting — February 18, 2025

On February 18, 2025, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council recorded 26 published decisions. Each links to its place in the official minutes.

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Plain-language summary

The City Council approved several appointments to various city committees and boards. They also passed multiple ordinances that included closing a street, renaming a street, and changing zoning classifications for several properties. Additionally, the council authorized agreements for infrastructure projects such as stormwater management, road resurfacing, and a speed management plan.

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

Everything taken up, in order

R-55-2025 · item history →

Confirm reappointment to Civil Service Merit Board.

A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Dr. William Lyons to the Civil Service Merit Board. (Requested by Mayor Kincannon)

Split Adopted 8-1-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lynne Fugate

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Debbie Helsley — Aye Amelia Parker — No Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye
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O-12-2025 · item history →

Ordinance to close portion of O'Neal Street and execute quitclaim deeds.

An Ordinance to close a portion of O’Neal Street abutting the north side of City Block 19442, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners. (Requested by Engineering Department)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance on second reading

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

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O-13-2025 · item history →

Ordinance to change street name from Willow Ave to Patton St.

An Ordinance to change the street name of Willow Avenue to Patton Street between Florida Street and McCalla Avenue, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-A-25-SNC) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance on second reading

Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Lynne Fugate

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O-14-2025 · item history →

Ordinance to change zoning from INST to RN-6 at 0 Saint Mary Street.

An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Saint Mary Street from INST (Institutional) District to RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Jim Hatfield, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 11-G-24-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance on second reading

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Tommy Smith

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O-15-2025 · item history →

Ordinance to change zoning from INST to RN-4 at 1914 Huron Street.

An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1914 Huron Street from INST (Institutional) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Jim Hatfield, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-H-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance on second reading

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Tommy Smith

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O-16-2025 · item history →

Ordinance to change zoning from RN-5 to C-G-2 at 1316 Grand Avenue.

An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1316 Grand Avenue from RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to C-G-2 (General Commercial) District, North American Islamic Trust Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-A-25-RZ) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance on second reading

Moved by Tommy Smith · seconded by Debbie Helsley

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O-17-2025 · item history →

Approve Sector Plan amendment for 6721/6727 Campbell Lane.

An Ordinance approving the request of Anthony Bryant for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential/Office to Callahan Drive, Mixed Use Special District for property located at 6721 and 6727 Campbell Lane. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-B-25-SP) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to consider Ordinances 9-f, 9-g, and 9-h at the same time

Moved by Seema Singh · seconded by Tommy Smith

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Unanimous Consent Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve Ordinances 9-f, 9-g, and 9-h

Moved by unrecorded

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Debbie Helsley — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye
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O-18-2025 · item history →

Approve One Year Plan amendment for 6721/6727 Campbell Lane.

An Ordinance approving the request of Anthony Bryant for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Medium Density Residential/Office to Callahan Drive Mixed Use-Special District for property located at 6721 and 6727 Campbell Lane. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-B-25-PA) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)

Unanimous Consent Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve Ordinances 9-f, 9-g, and 9-h

Moved by unrecorded

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Debbie Helsley — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye
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Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance on second reading

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Seema Singh

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O-19-2025 · item history →

Ordinance to change zoning from RN-1 to C-G-1 at 6721/6727 Campbell Ln.

An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 6721 and 6727 Campbell Lane from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) to C-G-1 (General Commercial), Anthony Bryant, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-B-25-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)

Unanimous Consent Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve Ordinances 9-f, 9-g, and 9-h

Moved by unrecorded

Charles Thomas — Aye Lynne Fugate — Aye Debbie Helsley — Aye Amelia Parker — Aye Tommy Smith — Aye Andrew Roberto — Aye Seema Singh — Aye Lauren Rider — Aye Gwen McKenzie — Aye
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Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance on second reading

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Seema Singh

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O-20-2025 · item history →

Ordinance zoning change at 0 Kingston Court from RN-1 to RN-2.

An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Kingston Court from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Kingston Court, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-J-25-RZ) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance on second reading

Moved by Andrew Roberto · seconded by Charles Thomas

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O-21-2025 · item history →

Ordinance zoning change at 0 Wallwood Road from RN-1 to RN-2.

An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Wallwood Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood), Franco Irakoze, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-K-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the ordinance on second reading

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Tommy Smith

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R-57-2025 · item history →

Authorize agreement with CDM Smith for Stormwater Asset Management.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $2,206,000.00 to provide professional services for Phase II of the Stormwater Asset Management Project. (Requested by Engineering Department)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Andrew Roberto

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R-59-2025 · item history →

Amend agreement with Foundation Systems Engineering for asphalt testing.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the agreement with Foundation Systems Engineering, P.C. to provide asphalt testing and inspection services for the City's resurfacing program in an annual amount not to exceed $45,000.00. (Requested by Engineering Department)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Debbie Helsley

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R-61-2025 · item history →

Amend Gresham Smith contract for Gay Street Bridge Repair Project.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Gresham Smith for the Gay Street Bridge Repair Project, increasing the contract amount by $100,500.00 for a new contract total not to exceed $448,500.00 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2025. (Requested by Engineering Department)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Tommy Smith · seconded by Debbie Helsley

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R-62-2025 · item history →

Authorize agreement for Public Safety Complex fuel site installation.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Spatco Energy Solutions, LLC for the complete installation of an underground fuel tank, mechanical dispensers, and associated work for a new Public Safety Complex fuel site located at 1630 Huron Street, for an amount not to exceed $510,000.00. (Requested by Fleet Services Department)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Charles Thomas · seconded by Tommy Smith

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R-64-2025 · item history →

Authorize agreement with Carmichaels Lawn Care for Zone D mowing.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement between the City of Knoxville and Carmichaels Lawn Care, LLC for the mowing of Zone D within the City of Knoxville for an annual amount not to exceed $108,210.00. (Requested by Public Service Department)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Lauren Rider · seconded by Debbie Helsley

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R-65-2025 · item history →

Authorize agreement with Taylor's Lawn Service for mowing zones A, B, C.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement between the City of Knoxville and Taylor’s Lawn Service for the mowing of zones A, B and C and I40/James White Parkway within the City of Knoxville in an amount not to exceed $622,720.00. (Requested by Public Service Department)

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

Motion to approve the resolution

Moved by Tommy Smith · seconded by Gwen McKenzie

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