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Debbie Helsley has cast 1,580 published votes on the City of Knoxville, TN City Council, attending 97.7% of recorded roll calls, with 54 motions made and 5 dissents (a “no” on an adopted item).
On the issues
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License-plate readers & surveillance cameras · voted on 3 decisions · 1 split
- Aug 4, 2026 Aye Apply for Downtown Knoxville Alliance funding for cameras — adopted 8-1-0-0
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Data centers · voted on 1 decision · none split
- Jul 7, 2026 Aye Emergency ordinance enacting moratorium on large data centers — adopted 7-0-0-2
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Property taxes & reappraisal · voted on 3 decisions · none split
- Sep 15, 2026 Aye Set certified property tax rate at $1.3956 per $100 assessed value — adopted 7-0-0-2
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Developer tax breaks (PILOTs) · voted on 11 decisions · 3 split
- Aug 18, 2026 Aye Authorize IDB to negotiate PILOT payments for Patton/Georgia streets — adopted 7-1-0-1
- Oct 15, 2024 Aye Authorize PILOT payments for property at 516 and 0 W. Vine Avenue — adopted 7-1-0-1
- Mar 19, 2024 Aye Authorize IDB to accept payments in lieu of taxes for specified properties — adopted 7-1-0-1
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Homelessness & shelters · voted on 24 decisions · 2 split
- Dec 9, 2025 Aye Amend Resolution R-326-2024 regarding Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program grant funds — adopted 6-1-2-0
- Dec 9, 2025 Aye Amend Resolution R-326-2024 regarding Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program grant funds — adopted 8-1-0-0
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Middle housing in Knoxville · voted on 11 decisions · 4 split
- Sep 15, 2026 No Overturn Planning Commission denial for housing at 1415 W Fifth Avenue — adopted 6-1-0-2
- Sep 16, 2025 Aye Ordinance to amend Zoning Code regarding housing and development — adopted 6-1-0-2
- Sep 2, 2025 Aye Ordinance to amend Zoning Code concerning Middle Housing Standards, etc — adopted 6-2-0-1
- Feb 6, 2024 Aye Amend Knoxville City Code Zoning Code to add Middle Housing Standards — adopted 8-1-0-0
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Chilhowee Park · voted on 2 decisions · 2 split
- May 26, 2026 Aye Approve contract with Taylor's Lawn Service for Chilhowee Park — adopted 7-1-0-1
- May 27, 2025 Aye Approve and adopt Magnolia Avenue and Chilhowee Park Redevelopment Plan — adopted 7-1-0-1
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Hillside & ridgetop protection · voted on 1 decision · none split
- Aug 20, 2024 Absent Resolution on appeal to overturn Planning Commission's approval for townhouse height increase — deferred 6-0-0-3
Attendance
1544 of 1580
recorded votes he or she was present for
present means neither absent nor recused
36
recorded votes marked absent or recused
Counted from roll calls, not a sign-in sheet — a member who was present but recorded no vote is indistinguishable here from one who was absent.
When the board disagrees
144 contested decisions · how these are counted
144
contested decisions he or she cast a yes or no on
a decision is contested when at least one member voted the other way
5
of those, voted no on something adopted anyway
54 / 230
motions moved / seconded
Recaps: First 100 days · 2026 in review · 2025 in review · 2024 in review · 2023 in review
Patterns
How these are computed ↓Deterministic breakdowns of Debbie Helsley’s published record — not a score or a rating. Raw counts are always shown; a percentage appears only once there are at least 10 votes. As of the meeting of September 29, 2026 — the newest published record.
Votes by topic
| Topic | Votes | Aye | No | Abstain | Body median | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zoning & land use | 400 | 380 (95%) | 7 (2%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Budget & taxes | 123 | 121 (98%) | 1 (1%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Contracts & purchasing | 137 | 125 (91%) | 2 (1%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Personnel & appointments | 111 | 108 (97%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 9–0 | See votes → |
| Schools | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Public safety | 82 | 80 (98%) | 1 (1%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Roads & infrastructure | 165 | 159 (96%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Parks & community | 71 | 69 (97%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Intergovernmental & resolutions | 99 | 97 (98%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Surveillance & privacy technology | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
Attendance & dissent over time
Attendance rate
Dissents (no on adopted)
Dec 2023
present
| Year | Votes | Present | Attendance | Dissents | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 1 of 1 | 0 | See votes → |
| 2024 | 690 | 672 | 97% | 0 | See votes → |
| 2025 | 461 | 461 | 100% | 1 | See votes → |
| 2026 | 428 | 410 | 96% | 4 | See votes → |
Agreement with other members
Computed over contested votes only — the 144 non-unanimous (split) votes Debbie Helsley cast, where the room recorded at least one Aye and at least one No. Unanimous votes are excluded because they carry no signal.
| Member | Voted the same | Shared split votes |
|---|---|---|
| Lauren Rider | 93 of 99 (94%) | 99 |
| Karyn Adams | 39 of 42 (93%) | 42 |
| Gwen McKenzie | 79 of 89 (89%) | 89 |
| Matthew DeBardelaben | 38 of 43 (88%) | 43 |
| Tommy Smith | 83 of 94 (88%) | 94 |
| Nathan Honeycutt | 33 of 39 (85%) | 39 |
| Lynne Fugate | 111 of 134 (83%) | 134 |
| Andrew Roberto | 80 of 98 (82%) | 98 |
| Charles Thomas | 106 of 134 (79%) | 134 |
| Doug Lloyd | 33 of 43 (77%) | 43 |
| Seema Singh | 66 of 88 (75%) | 88 |
| Denzel Grant | 25 of 38 (66%) | 38 |
| Amelia Parker | 27 of 139 (19%) | 139 |
Motions made & seconded, by topic
| Topic | Made | Seconded | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zoning & land use | 11 | 45 | See votes → |
| Budget & taxes | 3 | 11 | See votes → |
| Contracts & purchasing | 5 | 38 | See votes → |
| Personnel & appointments | 4 | 18 | See votes → |
| Public safety | 2 | 15 | See votes → |
| Roads & infrastructure | 12 | 32 | See votes → |
| Parks & community | 4 | 17 | See votes → |
| Intergovernmental & resolutions | 3 | 9 | See votes → |
| Surveillance & privacy technology | 0 | 1 | See votes → |
How these breakdowns are computed
Every figure on this page is a deterministic computation over Debbie Helsley’s published roll-call votes on City of Knoxville, TN City Council — the same record set behind the vote table below. Nothing is a composite score, a grade, or a ranking. The general pipeline (sources, extraction, gates, review) is described on the methodology page.
- Votes by topic. Each published motion is attributed to every distinct neutral topic its agenda items carry — the primary subject and any secondary tags alike, so an item counts under every topic it’s about (and a consent-calendar motion covering several items counts under each); procedural items are excluded, as in the default vote browser. Aye/No/Abstain are counts of Debbie Helsley’s own vote. A percentage is shown only when the topic has at least 10 votes. Body median is the median of the Aye and No tallies across the same motion set — the typical room split on that topic.
- Attendance & dissent over time. Bucketed by the calendar year of each meeting. Attendance = votes where Debbie Helsley was recorded present (not absent or recused) ÷ total votes that year; the percentage is shown only when the year has at least 10 votes. Dissents = “No” votes on motions the body adopted anyway. The denominators for every year are in the table above.
- Term timeline & election markers. The two trend strips plot the yearly attendance and dissent figures above on a single time axis spanning Debbie Helsley’s full term (Dec 16, 2023–present). The vertical lines mark public election-calendar dates — candidate-filing deadlines, primaries, and general elections — that fall within that span, each labeled with its date and type. Those dates are a matter of public record ; the timeline itself makes no claim about them. It marks the dates and draws the line; any pattern near an election is the reader’s to notice, not ours to assert.
- Agreement with other members. Computed over contested votes only — motions where the roll call recorded at least one Aye and at least one No. For each colleague, the record set is the split motions where both cast an Aye or No (their seated overlap); “voted the same” counts the motions they cast the identical value on. A percentage is shown only when that shared set reaches 10 votes. Unanimous votes are excluded on purpose: they would launder everyone into near-total agreement.
- Motions made & seconded. Straight counts of published motions where Debbie Helsley is recorded as the mover or the seconder in the minutes, grouped by the motion’s neutral topic(s).
Disclosed interests
Reprinted from Debbie Helsley’s annual Statement of Interests (Form SS-8005) — a public record filed with the Tennessee Ethics Commission. Entity names and categories exactly as filed, for the official and spouse; the form states no dollar amounts, and neither do we. Each filing links to its source.
We don’t have this. No Statement of Interests on file for Debbie Helsley. It does not mean none was filed — only that we hold no copy.
Appointments moved
Board and committee appointments Debbie Helsley moved or seconded, as recorded in the minutes. Each links to the full decision, where the complete roll call is shown.
| Appointee | Board | Term | Decision |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackie Robinson | Police Advisory and Review Committee | not stated | Jan 6, 2026 → |
| Luis Urrea | Board of Zoning Appeals | not stated | Jan 6, 2026 → |
| Sergeant Christopher Williams | Knoxville Animal Control Board | not stated | Nov 25, 2025 → |
| Adam Kohntopp | Board of Environmental Appeals for the City | not stated | Oct 1, 2024 → |
Voting record
| Meeting | Agenda item | Vote | Badges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2025 |
12-t
Adjust City Code classification and compensation plans
An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the classification and compensation plans.
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 30, 2025 | Aye |
Unanimous
Consent
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| Sep 30, 2025 |
Approval of September 16, 2025 minutes
Minutes of the September 16, 2025 Regular Meeting
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 30, 2025 |
Motion to defer:
12-u
Remove planned district designation at 962 N. Gallaher View Road
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 962 N. Gallaher View Road, Mainland MCA Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 8-A-25-SU) (Council District 2)
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Aye |
Deferred
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| Sep 30, 2025 |
Motion to withdraw:
11-l
Emerald Youth Foundation property development agreement
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Purchase and Development Agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation for the development of certain real property located on the south side of Magnolia Avenue bounded by Beaman Street, Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, and Alice Street in order to serve youth and families throughout east Knoxville and the broader community by providing educational enrichment, sports, wellness and other activities.
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 30, 2025 |
Motion to deny:
Appeal of Board of Zoning Appeals sign variance denial
A Resolution approving an appeal by Tom Hopkins of the Ferber Company of the denial by the Board of Zoning Appeals of five variances to increase the maximum allowable sign height and area for three directional signs for property located at 0 Midway Road. C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) Zoning District. 4th Council District. Parcel ID 074 101. BZA File No. BZA-25-0055
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 30, 2025 |
O-130-2025
Increase wrecker rotation fee for class A vehicles
An Ordinance amending Chapter 26, Article IV, Division 3, Sec. 26-410 (a)(2)(i) of the Knoxville City Code increasing maximum wrecker rotation fee for class A vehicles not involved in a collision towed to a city lot at the direction of a police officer.
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 30, 2025 |
O-127-2025
Amend City Code Rules of Procedure sections
An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure), Sections 7.5-63, 7.5-70, 7.5-71, 7.5-74, 7.5-75, 7.5-76, 7.5-79, and 7.5-85.
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 30, 2025 |
O-127-2025
Amend City Code Rules of Procedure sections
An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure), Sections 7.5-63, 7.5-70, 7.5-71, 7.5-74, 7.5-75, 7.5-76, 7.5-79, and 7.5-85.
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 30, 2025 |
Motion to withdraw:
O-127-2025
Amend City Code Rules of Procedure sections
An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure), Sections 7.5-63, 7.5-70, 7.5-71, 7.5-74, 7.5-75, 7.5-76, 7.5-79, and 7.5-85.
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 30, 2025 |
O-127-2025
Amend City Code Rules of Procedure sections
An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure), Sections 7.5-63, 7.5-70, 7.5-71, 7.5-74, 7.5-75, 7.5-76, 7.5-79, and 7.5-85.
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 30, 2025 |
Motion to amend:
O-127-2025
Amend City Code Rules of Procedure sections
An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure), Sections 7.5-63, 7.5-70, 7.5-71, 7.5-74, 7.5-75, 7.5-76, 7.5-79, and 7.5-85.
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No |
Split
Failed
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance increasing maximum wrecker rotation fee
An Ordinance amending Chapter 26, Article IV, Division 3, Sec. 26-410 (a)(2)(i) of the Knoxville City Code increasing maximum wrecker rotation fee for class A vehicles not involved in a collision towed to a city lot at the direction of a police officer. (Requested by Fleet Services Department)
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5, Rules of Procedure
An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure), Sections 7.5-63, 7.5-70, 7.5-71, 7.5-74, 7.5-75, 7.5-76, 7.5-79, and 7.5-85. (Requested by Task Force Chair Fugate)
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Motion to defer:
Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5, Rules of Procedure
An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure), Sections 7.5-63, 7.5-70, 7.5-71, 7.5-74, 7.5-75, 7.5-76, 7.5-79, and 7.5-85. (Requested by Task Force Chair Fugate)
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Aye |
Split
Failed
Decided with 2 absent — margin 0
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance to amend Zoning Code regarding housing and development
An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 4.6, Middle Housing Standards; 9.1, General Use Regulations; 10.1, General Development Requirements; and 14.6, Design Review Board Powers, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 7-C-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-118-2025
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
R-263-2025
Resolution amending contract with Barge Design Solutions, Inc.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for the East Knoxville Greenway Project, increasing the contract amount by $337,500.00 for a new total contract amount not to exceed $827,770.00. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
R-262-2025
Resolution amending agreement for East Knoxville Greenway Project
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to an agreement with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the East Knoxville Greenway Project, increasing the total contract amount by $337,500.00 for a new estimated total project cost of $5,277,770.00. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance amending One Year Plan for 0 N. Gallaher View Road
An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the One Year Plan from no land use classification to General Commercial for property located at 0 N. Gallaher View Road. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-A-25-PA) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-122-2025
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance raising threshold for performance and payment bonds
A Ordinance to amend the Chapter 2, Article VIII, Division 5, Code § 2-918 of the Knoxville City Code, raising the threshold for performance and payment bonds and amending the required amount of those bonds to align with state law. (Requested by Finance Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance establishing City Council Rules Committee
An Ordinance to amend Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure) by adding Section 7.5-89 Rule 28: Rules Committee, whereby establishing the City Council Rules Committee. (Requested by Task Force Chair Fugate)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance adding rule for electronic participation in meetings
An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure) by adding Section 7.5-88- Rule 27: Electronic Participation, whereby establishing the ability to allow councilmembers to participate in meetings by electronic means under specific circumstances. (Requested by Task Force Chair Fugate)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Motion to amend:
Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5, Rules of Procedure
An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure), Sections 7.5-63, 7.5-70, 7.5-71, 7.5-74, 7.5-75, 7.5-76, 7.5-79, and 7.5-85. (Requested by Task Force Chair Fugate)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
R-265-2025
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for DNK Liquor, LLC
A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to DNK Liquor, LLC d/b/a East End Liquor & Tobacco relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) for a license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
R-264-2025
Resolution to acquire property for Chapman Highway Multimodal Project
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property for the Chapman Highway Multimodal Project by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, within 10 tracts of real property for a total amount not to exceed $570,000.00. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
R-261-2025
Resolution to file and accept grant for Emergency Management Agency
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the State of Tennessee, Department of the Military and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency and, if approved, accept a grant for funds in the amount of $145,000.00 which will reimburse the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency for salaries and operating expenses for Federal fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025- Sept 30,2026). (Requested by Emergency Management Agency)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
R-260-2025
Resolution rescheduling Beer Board and Council meetings
A Resolution rescheduling the Beer Board Meeting of December 22, 2026 to December 9, 2026 and postponing the Council Meeting of December 22, 2026 to January 5, 2027. (Requested by Vice-Mayor Smith, Beer Board Chair Rider)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance changing zoning at 2814 Dresser Road to C-G-1
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2814 Dresser Road from no zone to C-G-1 (General Commercial) district, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-K-25-RZ) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-126-2025
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance amending One Year Plan for 2814 Dresser Road
An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the One Year Plan from no land use classification to Mixed Use Special District-Alcoa Highway Small Area for property located at 2814 Dresser Road. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-B-25-PA) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-125-2025
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance amending South County Sector Plan for 2814 Dresser Road
An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the South County Sector Plan from no land use classification to Mixed Use Special District-Alcoa Highway Small Area for property located at 2814 Dresser Road. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-B-25-SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-124-2025
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance changing zoning at 0 N. Gallaher View Road to C-R-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 N. Gallaher View Road from no zone to C-R-2 (Regional Commercial) district, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-J-25-RZ) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-123-2025
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance amending Northwest County Sector Plan for 0 N. Gallaher View Road
An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the Northwest County Sector Plan from no land use classification to General Commercial for property located at 0 N. Gallaher View Road. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-A-25-SP) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-121-2025
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance to change zoning at 0 Inskip Road to RN-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Inskip Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Slemons Mathes, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-G-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-120-2025
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance to change zoning at 4913 Rowan Road to RN-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4913 Rowan Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Chris & Sherry Crumley, Applicants. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-D-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-119-2025
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance to amend Zoning Code regarding vested rights
An ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 14.4 Zoning Administrator Powers, 15.3 Vesting, and 16.12 Zoning Appeals to align vested rights with recent state law changes per Tenn. Code Ann. § 13-4-301 et seq., City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 8-A-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-117-2025
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Ordinance to close Ambrose Street and authorize quitclaim deeds
An Ordinance to close a portion of Ambrose Street adjacent to City Blocks 19184 and 19206, being bound by Ohio Avenue to the west, an unimproved alley to the east, Tax I.D. Parcel No. 081IC029 to the north, and 1202 Ohio Avenue to the south, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners. (Requested by Engineering Department) Ordinance No. O-116-2025
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Approve minutes of September 2, 2025 regular meeting
Minutes of the September 2, 2025 Regular Meeting
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 16, 2025 |
Approve minutes of August 28, 2025 workshop
Minutes of the August 28, 2025 Workshop
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
Motion to defer:
8-A-25-SU
Ordinance to remove planned district (C) designation from property at 962 N. Gallaher View Road
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 962 N. Gallaher View Road, Mainland MCA Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0) (File No. 8-A-25-SU) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Deferred
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
7-C-25-OA
Ordinance to amend Zoning Code concerning Middle Housing Standards, etc.
An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 4.6, Middle Housing Standards; 9.1, General Use Regulations; 10.1, General Development Requirements; and 14.6, Design Review Board Powers, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0) (File No. 7-C-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
Motion to defer:
Resolution to enter into Purchase and Development Agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Purchase and Development Agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation for the development of certain real property located on the south side of Magnolia Avenue bounded by Beaman Street, Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, and Alice Street in order to serve youth and families throughout east Knoxville and the broader community by providing educational enrichment, sports, wellness and other activities. (Requested by Administration)
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
Motion to amend:
Resolution to enter into Purchase and Development Agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Purchase and Development Agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation for the development of certain real property located on the south side of Magnolia Avenue bounded by Beaman Street, Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, and Alice Street in order to serve youth and families throughout east Knoxville and the broader community by providing educational enrichment, sports, wellness and other activities. (Requested by Administration)
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Aye |
Split
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
8-K-25-RZ
Ordinance to rezone property at 2814 Dresser Road to C-G-1
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2814 Dresser Road from no zone to C-G-1 (General Commercial) district, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-K-25-RZ) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
8-A-25-PA
Ordinance amending One Year Plan for property at 0 N. Gallaher View Road
An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the One Year Plan from no land use classification to General Commercial for property located at 0 N. Gallaher View Road. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-A-25-PA) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
8-B-25-PA
Ordinance amending One Year Plan for property at 2814 Dresser Road
An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the One Year Plan from no land use classification to Mixed Use Special District-Alcoa Highway Small Area for property located at 2814 Dresser Road. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-B-25-PA) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
8-B-25-SP
Ordinance amending South County Sector Plan for property at 2814 Dresser Road
An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the South County Sector Plan from no land use classification to Mixed Use Special District-Alcoa Highway Small Area for property located at 2814 Dresser Road. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-B-25-SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
8-B-25-SP
Ordinance amending South County Sector Plan for property at 2814 Dresser Road
An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the South County Sector Plan from no land use classification to Mixed Use Special District-Alcoa Highway Small Area for property located at 2814 Dresser Road. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-B-25-SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
8-J-25-RZ
Ordinance to rezone property at 0 N. Gallaher View Road to C-R-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 N. Gallaher View Road from no zone to C-R-2 (Regional Commercial) district, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-J-25-RZ) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
8-A-25-SP
Ordinance amending Northwest County Sector Plan for property at 0 N. Gallaher View Road
An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the Northwest County Sector Plan from no land use classification to General Commercial for property located at 0 N. Gallaher View Road. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-A-25-SP) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
8-A-25-SP
Ordinance amending Northwest County Sector Plan for property at 0 N. Gallaher View Road
An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the Northwest County Sector Plan from no land use classification to General Commercial for property located at 0 N. Gallaher View Road. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-A-25-SP) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
8-G-25-RZ
Ordinance to rezone property at 0 Inskip Road from RN-1 to RN-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Inskip Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Slemons Mathes, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-G-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
8-D-25-RZ
Ordinance to rezone property at 4913 Rowan Road from RN-1 to RN-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4913 Rowan Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Chris & Sherry Crumley, Applicants. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-D-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
8-A-25-OA
Ordinance to amend Zoning CodeArticles 14.4, 15.3, and 16.12 regarding vested rights
An ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 14.4 Zoning Administrator Powers, 15.3 Vesting, and 16.12 Zoning Appeals to align vested rights with recent state law changes per Tenn. Code Ann. § 13-4-301 et seq., City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0) (File No. 8-A-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
Ordinance to close a portion of Ambrose Street and execute quitclaim deeds
An Ordinance to close a portion of Ambrose Street adjacent to City Blocks 19184 and 19206, being bound by Ohio Avenue to the west, an unimproved alley to the east, Tax I.D. Parcel No. 081IC029 to the north, and 1202 Ohio Avenue to the south, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
R-259-2025
Resolution granting pensions to certain City of Knoxville employees
A Resolution granting pensions in certain amounts per month to certain individuals, employees of the City of Knoxville as set forth in the exhibit attached hereto. (Requested by Pension Board)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
R-258-2025
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Snag Delivery Inc. wine license
A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Snag Delivery Inc. d/b/a Snag relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
R-257-2025
Resolution to approve Preliminary Plan for Galbraith School Adaptive Reuse PD
A Resolution to approve the Preliminary Plan for the Galbraith School Adaptive Reuse Planned Development for property located at 4333 Galbraith School Road, including approval of the requested exceptions to the underlying zoning district’s dimensional standards, subject to 3 conditions, Amy Sherrill, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-A-25-PD) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
R-256-2025
Resolution to accept TDOT grant extension for Knoxville Area Transit
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) in the amount of $832,125.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for fiscal year 2021 for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for mass transportation in urbanized areas. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
R-255-2025
Resolution to execute agreement with UT College of Social Work for housing support
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the University of Tennessee College of Social Work to provide enhanced KnoxHMIS support for the Knoxville- Knox County Office of Housing Stability, in an annual amount not to exceed $177,400.00. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
R-254-2025
Resolution to contract with Public Consulting Group, LLC for Fire Dept. strategic plan
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Public Consulting Group, LLC, to provide professional consulting services in order to develop a strategic plan for the Knoxville Fire Department for an amount not to exceed $85,050.00. (Requested by Fire Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
R-253-2025
Resolution to accept donation from Knoxville Fire Fighter's Association
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept and express appreciation to the Knoxville Fire Fighter's Association for the donation of $23,950.00 to be used for the purchase of supplies for the Knoxville Fire Department's "Learn Not To Burn" program to educate children about fire safety. (Requested by Fire Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
R-252-2025
Resolution to execute agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for Liberty Street Multimodal Project
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $1,293,187.00 for construction of the Liberty Street Multimodal Project. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
R-251-2025
Resolution to execute agreement with Cannon & Cannon, LLC for Liberty Street Multimodal Project
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Cannon & Cannon, LLC to provide Construction Engineering and Inspection services for the Liberty Street Multimodal Project in an amount not to exceed $285,000.00. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
R-250-2025
Resolution to execute agreement with CDM Smith Inc. for safety improvement study
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith Inc. in an amount not to exceed $200,000.00 to complete a safety improvement study of the City of Knoxville's signalized intersections. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
R-249-2025
Resolution to execute agreement for Fire Station No. 7 Reroof Project
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Henley Roofing Company, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $142,000.00 for the Fire Station No. 7 Reroof Project. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
R-248-2025
Resolution to accept property insurance policy with Westchester Surplus Lines Insurance Company
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a policy with Westchester Surplus Lines Insurance Company for property insurance for vacant property for an approximate annual premium of $35,126.00. (Requested by Employee Benefits and Risk Management Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
O-115-2025
Ordinance to rezone property at 118 Twentieth Street from RN-5 to I-MU
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 118 Twentieth Street from RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) district to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) district, Heyoh Architecture, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 12-3) (File No. 7-P-25-RZ) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
O-114-2025
Ordinance amending One Year Plan for property at 118 Twentieth Street
An Ordinance approving the request of Heyoh Architecture for a One Year Plan Amendment from Mixed Use-Special District 17-Fort Sanders Neighborhood to Mixed Use-Special District 16-Fort Sanders Neighborhood for property located at 118 Twentieth Street. (Planning Commission approved 13-2) (File No. 7-E-25-PA) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
O-113-2025
Ordinance amending Central City Sector Plan for property at 118 Twentieth Street
An Ordinance approving the request of Heyoh Architecture for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Mixed Use-Special District 17-Fort Sanders Neighborhood to Mixed Use-Special District 16-Fort Sanders Neighborhood for property located at 118 Twentieth Street. (Planning Commission approved 13-2) (File No. 7-E-25-SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
O-113-2025
Ordinance amending Central City Sector Plan for property at 118 Twentieth Street
An Ordinance approving the request of Heyoh Architecture for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Mixed Use-Special District 17-Fort Sanders Neighborhood to Mixed Use-Special District 16-Fort Sanders Neighborhood for property located at 118 Twentieth Street. (Planning Commission approved 13-2) (File No. 7-E-25-SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
Motion to refer:
O-111-2025
Ordinance to rezone property at 0 Keck Road from AG to RN-1
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of a portion of property located at 0 Keck Road from AG (General Agricultural) district to RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Knoxville Real Estate Management LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0) (File No. 6-E-25-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
O-112-2025
Ordinance to remove City blasting permit requirement due to state jurisdiction
An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville Amending Sections 11-1 and 11-2 of Chapter 11 of the Knoxville City Code, so as to remove the requirement for individuals to apply for and receive a City blasting permit as the state has sole jurisdiction for issuance of said permits. (Requested by Fire Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
O-111-2025
Ordinance to allow beer permitholders to obtain 'Patio Use Agreements'
An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville Amending Section 4-58(G) of Chapter 4 of the Knoxville City Code so as to allow for beer permitholders throughout the City to apply for and obtain “Patio Use Agreements” for parts of the public right-of-way contiguous to their permitted establishment under specified criteria established by the City. (Requested by Operations)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Sep 2, 2025 |
Approve minutes of previous regular meeting
Minutes of the August 19, 2025 Regular Meeting
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
Motion to defer:
Authorize agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation for Magnolia Ave property
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Purchase and Development Agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation for the development of certain real property located on the south side of Magnolia Avenue bounded by Beaman Street, Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, and Alice Street in order to serve youth and families throughout east Knoxville and the broader community by providing educational enrichment, sports, wellness and other activities. (Requested by Administration)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
Change zoning of 118 Twentieth Street to I-MU
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 118 Twentieth Street from RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) district to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) district, Heyoh Architecture, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-3) (File No. 7-P-25-RZ) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
Approve One Year Plan Amendment for 118 Twentieth Street
An Ordinance approving the request of Heyoh Architecture for a One Year Plan Amendment from Mixed Use-Special District 17-Fort Sanders Neighborhood to Mixed Use-Special District 16-Fort Sanders Neighborhood for property located at 118 Twentieth Street. (Planning Commission Approved 13-2) (File No. 7-E-25-PA) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
Amend Central City Sector Plan for 118 Twentieth Street
An Ordinance approving the request of Heyoh Architecture for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Mixed Use-Special District 17-Fort Sanders Neighborhood to Mixed Use-Special District 16-Fort Sanders Neighborhood for property located at 118 Twentieth Street. (Planning Commission Approved 13-2) (File No. 7-E-25-SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
Amend Central City Sector Plan for 118 Twentieth Street
An Ordinance approving the request of Heyoh Architecture for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Mixed Use-Special District 17-Fort Sanders Neighborhood to Mixed Use-Special District 16-Fort Sanders Neighborhood for property located at 118 Twentieth Street. (Planning Commission Approved 13-2) (File No. 7-E-25-SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
Remove requirement for City blasting permit
An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville Amending Sections 11-1 and 11-2 of Chapter 11 of the Knoxville City Code, so as to remove the requirement for individuals to apply for and receive a City blasting permit as the state has sole jurisdiction for issuance of said permits. (Requested by Fire Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
Allow beer permitholders to obtain 'Patio Use Agreements'
An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville Amending Section 4-58(G) of Chapter 4 of the Knoxville City Code so as to allow for beer permitholders throughout the City to apply for and obtain “Patio Use Agreements” for parts of the public right-of-way contiguous to their permitted establishment under specified criteria established by the City. (Requested by Operations)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
Authorize agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation for Magnolia Ave property
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Purchase and Development Agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation for the development of certain real property located on the south side of Magnolia Avenue bounded by Beaman Street, Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, and Alice Street in order to serve youth and families throughout east Knoxville and the broader community by providing educational enrichment, sports, wellness and other activities. (Requested by Administration)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
Motion to deny:
Approve appeal regarding variance denial for 6109 Creekhead Drive
A Resolution approving an appeal by Mohamed Ragab of the Board of Zoning Appeals’ denial of a variance to decrease the minimum interior side setback from 35 feet to 24 feet per Article 8.1, Table 8-1 in an Agricultural zoning district for property located at 6109 Creekhead Drive. AG (Agricultural) Zoning District. 3rd Council District. Parcel ID 106 02201 (BZA-25-0047). (Requested by Plans Review and Building Inspections Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
Approve minutes of August 5, 2025 regular meeting
Minutes of the August 5, 2025 Regular Meeting
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
Approve minutes of July 31, 2025 workshop
Minutes of the July 31, 2025 Workshop
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
O-96-2025
Amend Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record
An Ordinance to approve an amendment to the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record, to enable the development of nonconforming lots of record while ensuring the development remains aligned with the neighborhood in which the lot is located, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 7-E-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Split
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
R-233-2025
Authorize lease agreement with The Muse Knoxville
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with The Muse Knoxville to lease property located at 3301 East Magnolia Avenue in order to operate a Science and Discovery Museum for the children and families of this community and the region. (Requested by Administration)
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Aye |
Split
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
O-96-2025
Amend Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record
An Ordinance to approve an amendment to the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record, to enable the development of nonconforming lots of record while ensuring the development remains aligned with the neighborhood in which the lot is located, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 7-E-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Split
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
Motion to refer:
O-96-2025
Amend Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record
An Ordinance to approve an amendment to the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record, to enable the development of nonconforming lots of record while ensuring the development remains aligned with the neighborhood in which the lot is located, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 7-E-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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No |
Split
Failed
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
R-235-2025
Authorize agreement with Design & Construction Services for Sidewalk Project
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $882,100.00 for the 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Project. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
R-244-2025
Adopt Board of Zoning Appeals' Administrative Rules & Procedures
A Resolution adopting the Board of Zoning Appeals’ Administrative Rules & Procedures, as amended, to comply with updates to Tennessee Code Annotated § 13-7-205 and as recommended by the Board of Zoning Appeals at its July 17, 2025 meeting. (Requested by Plans Review and Building Inspections Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
R-243-2025
Supplement Resolution No. 1644 for Electric System Revenue Bonds
A Resolution supplementing Resolution No. 1644 adopted by the City Council of the City of Knoxville, Tennessee on January 4, 1949 entitled “A Resolution providing for the issuance of Electric System Revenue Bonds” so as to provide for the issuance of not to exceed Thirty-Seven Million and no/100 Dollars ($37,000,000) of Electric System Revenue Bonds, Series RR-2026. (Requested by Finance Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
R-242-2025
Supplement Resolution No. 2075 for Water Revenue Bonds
A Resolution supplementing Resolution No. 2075 adopted by the City Council of the City of Knoxville, Tennessee on April 20, 1954 entitled “A Resolution providing for the issuance of Water Revenue Bonds” so as to provide for the issuance of not to exceed Eighteen Million Dollars ($18,000,000) of Water System Revenue Bonds, Series PP-2026. (Requested by Finance Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
R-241-2025
Authorize agreement with APAC-Atlantic, Inc. for Baum Drive Stormwater
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with APAC-Atlantic, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $619,608.50 for the Baum Drive Stormwater Improvements Project, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
R-240-2025
Authorize agreement with D.R. Phillips, LLC for Mary Vestal Park
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with D.R. Phillips, LLC in an amount not to exceed $683,617.57 for the Mary Vestal Park Streambank Stabilization Project, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
R-239-2025
Authorize agreement with EnSafe Inc. for Rock City Park
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with EnSafe Inc. to provide professional construction engineering and inspection services for the Rock City Park Streambank Stabilization Project in an amount not to exceed $218,320.00, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
R-238-2025
Authorize agreement with Shamrock Construction for Rock City Park
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Shamrock Construction & Remediation, LLC in an amount not to exceed $599,325.65 for the Rock City Park Streambank Stabilization Project, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
R-237-2025
Amend agreement with Southern Constructors for bridge repair
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for the Seventeenth Street Bridge Repair Project, increasing the contract amount by $135,738.22 for a new total contract amount of $512,977.22. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
R-236-2025
Amend agreement with Cannon & Cannon for traffic management system
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the agreement with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. for the University of Tennessee Advanced Traffic Management System Project, increasing the contract amount by $49,507.50 for a new total contract amount of $598,689.23. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Aug 19, 2025 |
R-232-2025
Recognize 50th anniversary of Beck Cultural Exchange Center
A Resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of Beck Cultural Exchange Center and celebrating the stewardship, work, and community involvement of Beck Cultural Exchange Center leadership and members in Knoxville and our region. (Requested by Councilmembers McKenzie, Thomas, Rider, Singh, Roberto, Fugate, Helsley, and Vice Mayor Smith.)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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