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Matthew DeBardelaben has cast 431 published votes on the City of Knoxville, TN City Council, attending 99.8% of recorded roll calls, with 24 motions made and 6 dissents (a “no” on an adopted item).
On the issues
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License-plate readers & surveillance cameras · voted on 1 decision · 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 1 decision · 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 2 decisions · 1 split
- Aug 18, 2026 Aye Authorize IDB to negotiate PILOT payments for Patton/Georgia streets — adopted 7-1-0-1
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Homelessness & shelters · voted on 8 decisions · none split
- Jun 23, 2026 Aye Authorize agreement with Community Mediation Center for mediation services — adopted 8-0-0-1
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Middle housing in Knoxville · voted on 2 decisions · 1 split
- Sep 15, 2026 Aye Overturn Planning Commission denial for housing at 1415 W Fifth Avenue — adopted 6-1-0-2
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Chilhowee Park · voted on 1 decision · 1 split
- May 26, 2026 Aye Approve contract with Taylor's Lawn Service for Chilhowee Park — adopted 7-1-0-1
Attendance
430 of 431
recorded votes he or she was present for
present means neither absent nor recused
1
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
43 contested decisions · how these are counted
43
contested decisions he or she cast a yes or no on
a decision is contested when at least one member voted the other way
6
of those, voted no on something adopted anyway
24 / 30
motions moved / seconded
Recaps: First 100 days · 2026 in review · 2025 in review
Patterns
How these are computed ↓Deterministic breakdowns of Matthew DeBardelaben’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 | 95 | 92 (97%) | 2 (2%) | 0 | 9–0 | See votes → |
| Budget & taxes | 24 | 24 (100%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Contracts & purchasing | 53 | 52 (98%) | 1 (2%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Personnel & appointments | 40 | 40 (100%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 9–0 | See votes → |
| Public safety | 31 | 31 (100%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Roads & infrastructure | 51 | 51 (100%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Parks & community | 25 | 25 (100%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 9–0 | See votes → |
| Intergovernmental & resolutions | 33 | 33 (100%) | 0 (0%) | 0 | 8–0 | See votes → |
| Surveillance & privacy technology | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8–1 | See votes → |
Attendance & dissent over time
Attendance rate
Dissents (no on adopted)
Dec 2025
present
| Year | Votes | Present | Attendance | Dissents | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 3 | 3 of 3 | 0 | See votes → |
| 2026 | 428 | 427 | 100% | 6 | See votes → |
Agreement with other members
Computed over contested votes only — the 43 non-unanimous (split) votes Matthew DeBardelaben 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Debbie Helsley | 38 of 43 (88%) | 43 |
| Karyn Adams | 35 of 42 (83%) | 42 |
| Nathan Honeycutt | 31 of 39 (79%) | 39 |
| Charles Thomas | 31 of 41 (76%) | 41 |
| Lynne Fugate | 30 of 40 (75%) | 40 |
| Doug Lloyd | 30 of 43 (70%) | 43 |
| Denzel Grant | 26 of 38 (68%) | 38 |
| Amelia Parker | 11 of 42 (26%) | 42 |
Motions made & seconded, by topic
| Topic | Made | Seconded | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zoning & land use | 8 | 8 | See votes → |
| Budget & taxes | 3 | 3 | See votes → |
| Contracts & purchasing | 1 | 3 | See votes → |
| Personnel & appointments | 2 | 1 | See votes → |
| Public safety | 0 | 3 | See votes → |
| Roads & infrastructure | 5 | 3 | See votes → |
| Parks & community | 0 | 1 | See votes → |
| Intergovernmental & resolutions | 1 | 0 | See votes → |
How these breakdowns are computed
Every figure on this page is a deterministic computation over Matthew DeBardelaben’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 Matthew DeBardelaben’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 Matthew DeBardelaben 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 Matthew DeBardelaben’s full term (Dec 20, 2025–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 Matthew DeBardelaben is recorded as the mover or the seconder in the minutes, grouped by the motion’s neutral topic(s).
Disclosed interests
Reprinted from Matthew DeBardelaben’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 Matthew DeBardelaben. It does not mean none was filed — only that we hold no copy.
Voting record
| Meeting | Agenda item | Vote | Badges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 2026 |
O-55-2026
Ordinance to change zoning at 3225 Joyce Avenue from RN-1 to RN-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 3225 Joyce Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Ralph Smith, PLS, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-D-26-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jul 7, 2026 |
O-54-2026
Ordinance to close E Oklahoma Avenue and execute quitclaim deeds
An Ordinance to close a southern portion of E Oklahoma Avenue as it abuts property at 510 E Oklahoma Avenue, Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners (Council District 4). (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jul 7, 2026 |
Approve minutes of June 23, 2026 regular meeting
Minutes of the June 23, 2026 Regular Meeting
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-177-2026
Authorize application for FY2026 Office for Victims of Crimes grant
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a FY2026 Office for Victims of Crimes grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, in the amount of $500,000.00, with no required local match, to support the development, expansion, and strengthening of victim service programs. (Requested by Police Department)
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Aye |
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
Approve appeal of variance denial for setback at 1503 Southgate Road
A Resolution approving an appeal by Scott Albrecht of the denial by the Board of Zoning Appeals of a variance to decrease the minimum required corner side setback for a detached garage in a RN-1 zoning district from 15 feet to 10 feet, per Article 10.3.P.3, for property located at 1503 Southgate Road. (BZA-26-0025) (Parcel ID 121 EC 012) (Council District 2) (Requested by Plans Review and Building Inspections Department)
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Aye |
Deferred
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
Ordinance to close alley near 1902 Forest Avenue
An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley near 1902 Forest Avenue, lying within City Block 10085, running between Nineteenth Street and Twentieth Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners (Council District 1). (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Deferred
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
O-53-2026
Emergency ordinance appropriating funds to community agencies
An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $45,464.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to community agencies and organizations as set forth in the attachment. (Requested by Vice-Mayor Fugate, Councilmember Adams, Councilmember Honeycutt, Councilmember Lloyd, Councilmember DeBardelaben, Councilmember Thomas, Councilmember Grant, Councilmember Helsley, Councilmember Parker)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
O-53-2026
Emergency ordinance appropriating funds to community agencies
An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $45,464.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to community agencies and organizations as set forth in the attachment. (Requested by Vice-Mayor Fugate, Councilmember Adams, Councilmember Honeycutt, Councilmember Lloyd, Councilmember DeBardelaben, Councilmember Thomas, Councilmember Grant, Councilmember Helsley, Councilmember Parker)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
5-K-26-RZ
Change zoning classification for Hialeah Drive properties to RN-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 732, 734, 740, 742, 748, 750, 756, and 758 Hialeah Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, HMFIC Property Group, LLC, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
5-D-26-RZ
Change zoning classification for 3225 Joyce Avenue to RN-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 3225 Joyce Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Ralph Smith, PLS, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
O-52-2026
Ordinance to approve FY 2027-2032 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program
An Ordinance to approve and adopt the FY 2027-2032 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program, including the FY 2027 Capital Improvements Budget, City of Knoxville, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 12-0 Consent) (All Districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
O-52-2026
Ordinance to approve FY 2027-2032 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program
An Ordinance to approve and adopt the FY 2027-2032 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program, including the FY 2027 Capital Improvements Budget, City of Knoxville, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 12-0 Consent) (All Districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
Ordinance to close southern portion of E Oklahoma Avenue
An Ordinance to close a southern portion of E Oklahoma Avenue as it abuts property at 510 E Oklahoma Avenue, Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners (Council District 4). (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-176-2026
Authorize agreement with Legends Global for venue management
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Legends Global for full service management of the Knoxville Convention Center, World's Fair Exhibition Hall, and Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum, at an annual cost up to $905,000.00, plus approved CPI adjustments. (Council District 6) (Requested by Operations)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-175-2026
Authorize agreement with Catholic Charities for security system
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Catholic Charities of East Tennessee to provide an amount not to exceed $25,0000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for an updated security system at its Samaritan Place facility. (Council District 3) (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-174-2026
Authorize agreement with Community Mediation Center for mediation services
Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Community Mediation Center to provide an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 in Homeless General Funds for the provision of eviction mediation services to 300 individuals facing eviction within the City of Knoxville. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-173-2026
Authorize agreement with Knoxville-Knox County CAC for Rapid Re-Housing
Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $65,000.00 in Homeless General Funds for the provision of Rapid Re-Housing services. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-172-2026
Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for Rapid Re-Housing
Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center, Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $40,000.00 in Homeless General Funds for the provision of Rapid Re-Housing services. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-171-2026
Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for emergency shelter
Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center, Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $54,720.00 in Homeless General Funds for the provision of emergency shelter and essential services through its Dental Clinic and Resource Center. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-170-2026
Authorize agreement with Catholic Charities for Homeless General Funds
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Catholic Charities of East Tennessee to provide an amount not to exceed $30,000.00 in Homeless General Funds to provide Emergency Shelter/Services through Samaritan Place. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-169-2026
Authorize agreement with Salvation Army for Homeless General Funds
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with The Salvation Army to provide an amount not to exceed $65,000.00 in Homeless General Funds for the provision of Emergency Shelter/Service and essential services to approximately 45 individuals through the Joy Baker Center. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-168-2026
Authorize agreement with Integrated Response Systems for traffic signal loops
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Integrated Response Systems, LLC for on-call services for traffic signal detector loops in an annual amount not to exceed $60,000.00 for a one-year term with two optional one-year renewal terms. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-167-2026
Authorize agreement with Davis H. Elliot for traffic signal detector loops
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Davis H. Elliot Construction Company, Inc. for on-call services for traffic signal detector loops in an annual amount not to exceed $60,000.00 for a one-year term with two optional one-year renewal terms. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-166-2026
Amend agreement for Northwest Greenway Connector Phase II Project funding and date
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an amendment to an agreement with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the Northwest Greenway Connector Phase II Project, increasing the total project funding to $7,227,492.00 and extending the completion date to December 31, 2028. (Council Districts 2, 3, and 6) (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-165-2026
Amend agreement for Liberty Street Multimodal Project funding and completion date
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an amendment to an agreement with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the Liberty Street Multimodal Project, increasing the total project funding to $2,332,342.00 and extending the completion date to December 31, 2026. (Council District 6) (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
O-51-2026
Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code
An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure), Sections 7.5-63 and 7.5-76. (Requested by Councilmember Adams, Councilmember Grant, Councilmember Helsley)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-164-2026
Appoint City Council representative to African American Equity Restoration Task Force Chair
A Resolution appointing a City Council representative to the African American Equity Restoration Task Force to serve as Chair. (Requested by Councilmembers Parker and Grant)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
R-164-2026
Appoint City Council representative to African American Equity Restoration Task Force Chair
A Resolution appointing a City Council representative to the African American Equity Restoration Task Force to serve as Chair. (Requested by Councilmembers Parker and Grant)
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 23, 2026 |
Approve minutes of the June 9, 2026 regular meeting
Minutes of the June 9, 2026 Regular Meeting
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-158-2026
Authorize agreement for collections services for municipal court fines.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP to provide collections services for outstanding fines and fees from adjudicated cases in the Knoxville Municipal Court. (Requested by Law Department)
|
Aye |
Split
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-158-2026
Authorize agreement for collections services for municipal court fines.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP to provide collections services for outstanding fines and fees from adjudicated cases in the Knoxville Municipal Court. (Requested by Law Department)
|
No |
Split
Failed
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
Approve appeal overturning zoning decision for proposed use at 5200 Clinton Highway.
A Resolution approving an appeal filed by David Hamilton thereby overturning the decision of the Board of Zoning Appeals to uphold a determination by the Zoning Administrator that the CareCuts’ proposed services qualify as a religious land use and are exempt from the Zoning Code requirements for Special Use approval for the proposed use for property located at 5200 Clinton Highway. C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) Zoning District. Parcel ID 068NE01201. BZA File # BZA-26-0019. (Council District 5) (Requested by Plans Review and Building Inspections Department)
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Aye |
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
Amend City Code Chapter 7.5 regarding Rules of Procedure.
An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure), Sections 7.5-63 and 7.5-76. (Requested by Councilmember Adams, Councilmember Grant, Councilmember Helsley)
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-163-2026
Grant pensions to certain individuals.
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)
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-162-2026
Accept AARP Community Challenge grant for Vision Zero goal.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a Community Challenge grant from AARP in an amount of $15,000.00, with no local match required, to assist the City in its Vision Zero goal to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries on City streets. (Council District 4) (Requested by Engineering Department)
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-161-2026
Authorize agreement to lease property for Knoxville Zoo operation.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville Zoological Gardens, Inc. to lease property located at 3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive in order to supervise, manage and operate the Zoo for an initial term of five (5) years. (Council District 6) (Requested by Urban Design and Development)
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-160-2026
Award funds from Historic Preservation Program for 825 N. Central St.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $75,000.00 from the Historic Preservation and Facade Improvement Program to Paragon Development L.P., for the restoration and reuse of property located at 825 N. Central Street (Parcel ID: 094DQ033) (Council District 4). (Requested by Urban Design and Development)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-159-2026
Authorize agreement for Festival on the Fourth stage, lighting, and production.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with True Grip and Lighting, Inc. to provide the stage, lighting and production equipment for the City’s Festival on the Fourth, in an amount not to exceed $68,500.00 for the first year of the Agreement, with the option to extend the Agreement to include Festival on the Fourth events in 2027 and 2028, under the same terms and conditions, except that the amount of the Agreement may increase annually based on the CPI Index with a cap of 3.5%. (Council District 6) (Requested by Office of Special Events)
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-157-2026
Authorize agreement for staff augmentation services.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. to provide staff augmentation services on an as-needed basis in an amount not to exceed $49,500.00. (Requested by Engineering Department)
|
Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-156-2026
Authorize agreement for Stormwater Program Funding Feasibility Study.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. to provide professional services for the Stormwater Program Funding Feasibility Study in an amount not to exceed $598,000.00. (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-155-2026
Authorize agreement for North Cherry Water Quality Improvements Project.
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Adams Contracting, LLC in an amount not to exceed $465,028.50 for the North Cherry Water Quality Improvements Project. (Council District 6) (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-154-2026
Honor Knoxville Community Media on its fiftieth anniversary.
A Resolution honoring and recognizing Knoxville Community Media on the occasion of its fiftieth anniversary. (Requested by Councilmembers Parker, DeBardelaben, Helsley, Adams, and Vice Mayor Fugate)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-154-2026
Honor Knoxville Community Media on its fiftieth anniversary.
A Resolution honoring and recognizing Knoxville Community Media on the occasion of its fiftieth anniversary. (Requested by Councilmembers Parker, DeBardelaben, Helsley, Adams, and Vice Mayor Fugate)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
O-50-2026
Appropriate funds for Empower Knox Event Grants program.
An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $4,500.00 from the Community Safety and Empowerment budget and donating same to various qualified organizations for events for youth as part of the Empower Knox Event Grants program. (Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-153-2026
Reappoint to City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.
A Resolution reappointing Gloria Deathridge to serve as the At Large Seat A representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee. (Requested by Vice-Mayor Fugate)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-152-2026
Appoint to Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee.
A Resolution appointing Jonathan Fortner to serve as the Second District representative on the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee for a term expiring December 18, 2029. (Requested by Councilmember Honeycutt)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-151-2026
Approve appointments to Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority.
A Resolution approving the appointments of Markus Chady, Caryn Hawthorne and Allison Page to the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority. (Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-150-2026
Confirm reappointment and appointments to Design Review Board.
A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Lisa Sorensen and appointment of Megan Hatcher Rhodes and Taylor Thompson to the Design Review Board. (Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
R-149-2026
Confirm reappointments to Police Advisory and Review Committee.
A Resolution confirming the reappointments of Cynthia Deitle and Saadia Williams to the Police Advisory and Review Committee. (Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
Approve minutes of May 26, 2026 regular meeting.
Minutes of the May 26, 2026 Regular Meeting
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| Jun 9, 2026 |
Approve minutes of May 21, 2026 workshop meeting.
Minutes of the May 21, 2026 Workshop
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
R-147-2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for KenJo Market #35
A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Inc. d/b/a KenJo Market #35 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License (Council District 2). (Requested by Finance Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
R-146-2026
Accept HIDTA grant for Police Department overtime
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an Appalachia High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area grant in the amount of $109,000.00, with no required matching funds, from the U.S. Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration, as part of the multi-jurisdictional law enforcement agency efforts in combating narcotics crimes, to be used to fund officer overtime pay. (Requested by Police Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
R-145-2026
Accept grant for Fire Department PPE
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Thompson Charitable Foundation in the amount of $25,000.00 for specialized Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the Knoxville Fire Department. (Requested by Fire Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-49-2026
Change zoning for 1119 Dutch Valley Drive to RN-3
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1119 Dutch Valley Drive from O (Office) district to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) district, Amy Sherrill, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 4-C-26-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-48-2026
Change zoning for 2011-2013 Highland Ave to RN-7
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2011 and 2013 Highland Avenue from RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) and O (Office) districts to RN-7 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Mohammad Reza Basiri, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 4-A-26-RZ) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-47-2026
Change zoning for 1019 E. Emerald Ave to INST
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1019 E. Emerald Avenue from O (Office) district to INST (Institutional) district, OHM Advisors, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 4-I-26-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-46-2026
Amend One Year Plan for 1019 E. Emerald Ave
An Ordinance approving the request of OHM Advisors for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Mixed Use-Special District Medical Center to Civic and Institutional for property located at 1019 E. Emerald Avenue. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 4-B-26-PA) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-45-2026
Amend Central City Sector Plan for 1019 E. Emerald Ave
An Ordinance approving the request of OHM Advisors for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Mixed Use-Special District Medical Center to Civic and Institutional for property located at 1019 E. Emerald Avenue (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent)(File No. 4-B-26-SP) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-44-2026
Change zoning for 4601-4605 Western Ave to C-H-1
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4601 and 4605 Western Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial), leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Shawn Smith, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 10-2) (File No. 4-S-26-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-43-2026
Amend One Year Plan for Western Ave property
An Ordinance approving the request of Shawn Smith for a One Year Plan amendment from Medium Density Residential to General Commercial for property located at 4601 and 4605 Western Avenue, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 10-2) (File No. 4-E-26-PA) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-42-2026
Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for Western Ave property
An Ordinance approving the request of Shawn Smith for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to General Commercial for property located at 4601 and 4605 Western Avenue, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 10-2) (File No. 4-E-26-SP) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-41-2026
Change zoning for 0 Ailor Ave to I-H
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Ailor Avenue from I-G (General Industrial) district to I-H (Heavy Industrial) district, Taylor Skule, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 4-P-26-RZ) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-40-2026
Amend One Year Plan for Ailor Ave/Sutherland Ave property
An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor Skule for an amendment to the One Year Plan amendment from Light Industrial to Heavy Industrial for property located at 0 Ailor Avenue and 2035 Sutherland Avenue, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 4-D-26-PA) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-39-2026
Amend Central City Sector Plan for Ailor Ave/Sutherland Ave
An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor Skule for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Light Industrial to Heavy Industrial for property located at 0 Ailor Avenue and 2035 Sutherland Avenue, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 4-D-26-SP) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-38-2026
Change zoning for Richmond Ave property to RN-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Richmond Avenue from IG (General Industrial) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Haley McLaughlin, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 4-N-26-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-37-2026
Amend One Year Plan for Richmond Ave property
An Ordinance approving the request of Haley McLaughlin for a One Year Plan amendment from Light Industrial to Traditional Neighborhood Residential for property located at 0 Richmond Avenue, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 4-C-26-PA) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-36-2026
Amend Central City Sector Plan for Richmond Ave property
An Ordinance approving the request of Haley McLaughlin for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Light Industrial to Traditional Neighborhood Residential for property located at 0 Richmond Avenue, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 4-C-26-SP) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-35-2026
Change zoning for 2018 Flagler Road to RN-2
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2018 Flagler Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Christy Gedelman, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-H-26-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-34-2026
Change zoning for Nora Road property to RN-5
An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4524, 4528, and 4534 Nora Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, MatCo Affordable Housing, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended denial; Planning Commission Approved 11-1) (File No. 4-E-26-RZ) (Council District 4) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-33-2026
Amend One Year Plan for Nora Road property
An Ordinance approving the request of MatCo Affordable Housing for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Other Open Space to Medium Density Residential for property located at 4524, 4528, and 4534 Nora Road, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning staff recommended denial; Planning Commission Approved 11-1) (File No. 4-A-26-PA) (Council District 4) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-32-2026
Amend East City Sector Plan for Nora Road property
An Ordinance approving the request of MatCo Affordable Housing for an amendment to the East City Sector Plan from Other Open Space to Medium Density Residential for property located at 4524, 4528, and 4534 Nora Road, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning staff recommended denial; Planning Commission Approved 11-1) (File No. 4-A-26-SP) (Council District 4) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-30-2026
Amend City Code to adjust classification and compensation plans
An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Sections 2-450, 2-458, and 2-459 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the classification and compensation plans. (Requested by Human Resources Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-29-2026
Levy tax for General Fund and Debt Service for FY 2026-2027
An Ordinance to levy a tax on all taxable properties, real, personal and mixed, within the corporate limits of the City of Knoxville to provide sufficient revenues to fund the General fund and Debt Service Fund operations and Debt Service obligations of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027. (Requested by Finance Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
R-148-2026
Appoint Mark Lochhead to Knox County Board of Equalization
A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville Appointing Mark Lochhead to fill the unexpired term of George Anna Yarbro on the Knox County Board of Equalization.
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
R-137-2026
Appoint Jonathan Wiesehuegel to Golf Course Advisory Committee
A Resolution appointing Jonathan Wiesehuegel to serve as the First District representative on the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee for a term expiring December 18, 2029. (Requested by Councilmember Adams)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
R-136-2026
Confirm reappointment to Visit Knoxville Board of Directors
A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Courtney Bergmeier and Kristin Farley to the Visit Knoxville Board of Directors. (Requested by Mayor Kincannon)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
Appoint Mark Lochhead to Knox County Board of Equalization
A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville appointing Mark Lochhead to fill the unexpired term of George Anna Yarbro on the Knox County Board of Equalization
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
Approve Minutes of May 12, 2026 Regular Meeting
Minutes of the May 12, 2026 Regular Meeting
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
Approve Minutes of May 7, 2026 Legislative Budget Hearings
Minutes of the May 7, 2026 Legislative Budget Hearings
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
Appeal of Zoning Administrator's determination for CareCuts
A Resolution approving an appeal filed by David Hamilton thereby overturning the decision of the Board of Zoning Appeals to uphold a determination by the Zoning Administrator that the CareCuts’ proposed services qualify as a religious land use and are exempt from the Zoning Code requirements for Special Use approval for the proposed use for property located at 5200 Clinton Highway. C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) Zoning District. Parcel ID 068NE01201. BZA File # BZA-26-0019. (Council District 5) (Requested by Plans Review and Building Inspections Department)
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Aye |
Deferred
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-26-1-905
Close unnamed alley near 1902 Forest Avenue
An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley near 1902 Forest Avenue, lying within City Block 10085, running between Nineteenth Street and Twentieth Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners (Council District 1). (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Deferred
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| May 26, 2026 |
R-143-2026
Approve contract with Taylor's Lawn Service for Chilhowee Park
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract between the City of Knoxville and Taylor’s Lawn Service to provide grounds maintenance at Chilhowee Park for the first 9 month term not to exceed $59,310.00 and for successive terms an annual amount not to exceed $82,020.00. (Council District 6). (Requested by Public Service Department)
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Aye |
Split
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-31-2026
Prohibit tobacco/vapor in age restricted venues
An Ordinance to amend Chapter 19, Article V of the Knoxville City Code so as to prohibit the use of tobacco or vapor products in age restricted venues. (Requested by Councilmembers Helsley, Thomas, Lloyd & Adams)
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No |
Split
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-31-2026
Prohibit tobacco/vapor in age restricted venues
An Ordinance to amend Chapter 19, Article V of the Knoxville City Code so as to prohibit the use of tobacco or vapor products in age restricted venues. (Requested by Councilmembers Helsley, Thomas, Lloyd & Adams)
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Aye |
Split
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| May 26, 2026 |
O-28-2026
Appropriations ordinance for FY 2026-2027
An Ordinance making and fixing the annual appropriations for the several departments, agencies, and funds of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 25/26 into FY 26/27. (Requested by Finance Department)
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Aye |
Split
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| May 26, 2026 |
Appropriate funds for Empower Knox Event Grants program
An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $4,500.00 from the Community Safety and Empowerment budget and donating same to various qualified organizations for events for youth as part of the Empower Knox Event Grants program. (Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Concord Liquor and Wine
A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Nidhiksh Liquor and Wine LLC. d/b/a Concord Liquor and Wine relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City (Council District 5). (Requested by Finance Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
R-144-2026
Award Historic Preservation & Facade Improvement funds
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $117,790.00 from the Historic Preservation and Facade Improvement Program to McCarty Holsaple McCarty Architects, Inc., for the restoration and reuse of property located at 760 Stone Street (Parcel ID: 094DP005). (Council District 6) (Requested by Urban Design and Development)
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Recused |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
R-142-2026
Approve agreement with SCU Bus Lines for transportation services
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with SCU Bus Lines, LLC to provide transportation services to participants in various programs sponsored by the City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department for an annual contract amount not to exceed $70,000.00 per year, plus approved annual escalation capped at 3.5% annually. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
R-141-2026
Approve agreement for Tazewell Pike Corridor Study
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign all documents necessary with Knoxville-Knox County Planning to conduct the Tazewell Pike Corridor Study in an amount not to exceed $250,000.00. (Council District 4) (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
R-140-2026
Approve agreement for 2026 Resurfacing Phase II Project
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $4,583,319.00 for the 2026 Resurfacing Phase II Project. (Council Districts 3, 4, and 5) (Requested by Engineering Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
R-139-2026
Approve alcoholic beverage sales plan for multiuse stadium
A Resolution approving the Facility geographic diagram and general plan for Boyd Sports, LLC and Boyd Property Development, LLC (“Boyd Sports”) for the sale, service and consumption of alcoholic beverages and beer around the multiuse stadium as it is defined in Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 57-4-102(30)(SSSSSSSSSS). (Council District 6) (Requested by Administration)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 26, 2026 |
Approve appeal for variances at 505 Woodlawn Pike
A Resolution approving an appeal by Mary Carter of the denial by the Board of Zoning Appeals of variances to (1) decrease the minimum required interior side setback for a detached accessory structure from 5 ft. to 0.16 ft. per Article 10.3.A.5, and (2) increase the maximum allowed height for a detached accessory structure from 18' to 21'-4" per Article 10.3.A.4, in a RN-1 zoning district for property located at 505 Woodlawn Pike. RN-1 (Single-Family Residential) Zoning District. Parcel ID 109JC03001. BZA File # BZA-26-0018. (Council District 1) (Requested by Plans Review and Building Inspections Department)
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Aye |
Unanimous
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| May 12, 2026 |
4-S-26-RZ
Change base zoning for Western Avenue property to C-H-1
An ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4601 and 4605 Western Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial), leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Shawn Smith, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission approved 10-2) (File No. 4-S-26-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
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| May 12, 2026 |
4-E-26-PA
Amend One Year Plan for Western Avenue property
An ordinance approving the request of Shawn Smith for a One Year Plan amendment from Medium Density Residential to General Commercial for property located at 4601 and 4605 Western Avenue, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission approved 10-2) (File No. 4-E-26-PA) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
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| May 12, 2026 |
4-E-26-SP
Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for Western Avenue property
An ordinance approving the request of Shawn Smith for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to General Commercial for property located at 4601 and 4605 Western Avenue, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission approved 10-2) (File No. 4-E-26-SP) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
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Aye |
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| May 12, 2026 |
Prohibit tobacco/vapor products in age-restricted venues
An Ordinance to amend Chapter 19, Article V of the Knoxville City Code so as to prohibit the use of tobacco or vapor products in age restricted venues. (Requested by Councilmembers Helsley, Thomas, Lloyd & Adams)
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No |
Split
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| May 12, 2026 |
Prohibit tobacco/vapor products in age-restricted venues
An Ordinance to amend Chapter 19, Article V of the Knoxville City Code so as to prohibit the use of tobacco or vapor products in age restricted venues. (Requested by Councilmembers Helsley, Thomas, Lloyd & Adams)
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No |
Split
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| May 12, 2026 |
R-129-2026
Submit 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan to HUD
A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville authorizing the submission of the 2026-2027 (PY2026) Annual Action Plan to the Five-year Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any required documents under the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Act and Emergency Solutions Grant Programs. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
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Aye |
Split
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