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Oct 18, 2022
Agreement with Whaley Construction for Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvements Phase III R-321-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Whaley Construction, LLC for the Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvements Phase III Project for an amount not to exceed $1,140,516.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Acquire property for Lancaster Drive Sidewalk Improvements Project R-319-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property in fee simple and for easements by purchase, or by condemnation if necessary as part of the Lancaster Drive Sidewalk Improvements Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Reimburse AT&T for Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project utility relocation R-318-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to enter into an agreement to reimburse AT&T for all expenses related to relocating utilities underground for the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project at an estimated cost of $850,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Reimburse Knoxville Utilities Board for Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project utility relocation R-317-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to enter into an agreement to reimburse the Knoxville Utilities Board for all expenses related to relocating utilities underground for the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project at an estimated cost of $250,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Reimburse Comcast for Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project utility relocation R-316-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to enter into an agreement to reimburse Comcast for all expenses related to relocating utilities underground for the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project at an estimated cost of $50,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Amend 2018 Major Road Plan for City of Knoxville and Knox County, Section 1.C O-134-2022 — An Ordinance approving the request of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission to amend the 2018 Major Road Plan for the City of Knoxville and Knox County, amending Section 1.C, Right-of-Way Preservation as noted in Attachment 1, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 9-A-22-CP). (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 4, 2022
Amend 2018 Major Road Plan, Section 1.C 9-A-22-CP — An Ordinance approving the request of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission to amend the 2018 Major Road Plan for the City of Knoxville and Knox County, amending Section 1.C, Right-of-Way Preservation as noted in Attachment 1, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 9-A-22-CP). (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 4, 2022
Execute agreement with KCDC for Western Heights infrastructure improvements R-307-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation for Phase I infrastructure improvements at Western Heights, in an amount not to exceed $4,200,000.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 20, 2022
Authorize Mayor to amend Whaley Construction contract for 2022 Curb Cuts Project R-289-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Whaley Construction, LLC for the 2022 Curb Cuts Project, increasing the contract amount by $33,441.25 for a new contract total of $463,428.00 and extending the date of completion to October 15, 2022.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 20, 2022
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Gresham Smith for Gay Street Signal Pole Replacement R-288-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gresham Smith to provide professional engineering design services for the Gay Street Signal Pole Replacement Project for an amount not to exceed $143,349.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 20, 2022
Authorize Mayor to execute encroachment agreement for parking lot at 3136 N. Broadway R-287-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Encroachment Agreement with Knoxville PropCo LLC to permit its parking lot to encroach onto property located at 3136 N. Broadway, owned by the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 20, 2022
Authorize Mayor to release slope easement at 121 Union Avenue and 0 State Street R-286-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to release a slope easement at 121 Union Avenue and 0 State Street, subject to conditions.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 6, 2022
Apply for and accept TDOT grant for transit operating assistance R-276-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $3,609,300.00 to provide funding to Knoxville Area Transit for Fiscal Year 2023 urban transit operating assistance, and if such application is approved, to authorize the Mayor to execute any and all documents to accept such a grant award.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 6, 2022
Apply for and accept TDOT grant for transit vehicle overhauls R-275-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to provide funding in the amount of $658,155.00 to the City of Knoxville on behalf of Knoxville Area Transit from IMPROVE Act Transit Investment Grant funds for fiscal year 2023, with a City match of up to $219,385.00 for mid-life overhauls on transit vehicles.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 6, 2022
Apply for and accept TDOT grant for bus depot chargers R-274-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to provide funding in the amount of $3,750,000.00 to the City of Knoxville on behalf of Knoxville Area Transit from IMPROVE Act Transit Investment Grant funds for fiscal year 2023, with a City match of up to $1,250,000.00 in order to construct depot chargers for electric buses at the transit station.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with AWP, Inc. for flagging/traffic control R-263-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with AWP, Inc. d/b/a Area Wide Protective to provide flagging and traffic control services on city streets, and at various locations throughout the city, on an as-needed basis for an amount not to exceed $85,000.00.(Requested by Public Service Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept FTA/TDOT grant for Knoxville Area Transit urbanized area transit R-258-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration and the Tennessee Department of Transportation to provide funding in the amount of $7,489,126.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for fiscal year 2022, with a City match of $832,125.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept FTA/TDOT grant for Knoxville Area Transit bus capital R-257-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration and the Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $773,471.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) for fiscal year 2022, with a City match of $85,942.00 for a total project amount of $859,413.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Authorize Mayor to amend contract with Barge Design Solutions for Liberty Street Project R-254-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. to provide additional engineering design services for the Liberty Street Multimodal Project, increasing the contract amount by $45,550.00 for a new total contract amount of $388,050.00, and extending the date of completion to November 1, 2023.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Authorize Mayor to amend contract with Cannon & Cannon for UT Area Signal Improvements R-253-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amendment the contract with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. to provide additional engineering design services for the University of Tennessee Area Signal Improvements Project, increasing the contract amount by $51,371.73 for a new total contract amount of $549,181.73 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2024.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Ordinance to close portion of Ball Camp Pike and execute quitclaim deeds O-113-2022 — An Ordinance to close a portion of Ball Camp Pike between the southeast corner of parcel 093 CF 038 and its eastern terminus, subject to two conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Ryan Lynch, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 6-A-22-SC) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 9, 2022
Resolution amending Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project contract with Morgan Contracting, Inc. R-241-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Morgan Contracting, Inc. for the Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project, increasing the contract amount by $131,215.00 for a new contract total of $1,153,781.20 and extending the date of completion to October 14, 2022.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 26, 2022
Amend contract with Vaughn & Melton for Jackson Ave Ramps Replacement Project R-220-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the Jackson Avenue Ramps Replacement Project, increasing the contract amount by $18,980.67 for a new contract total of $1,345,884.41 and extending the date of completion to August 31, 2022.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 26, 2022
Execute agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for Stormwater Asset Management Project R-219-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide professional engineering services for the Stormwater Asset Management Project for an initial amount of $800,000.00 with an option to add $1,337,100.00 for a total amount not to exceed $2,137,100.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Accept grant for Knoxville Area Transit electric buses R-200-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation and the Federal Transit Administration to provide funding in the total amount of $5,184,779.20 to Knoxville Area Transit for Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Grant Assistance, with a city match of up to $1,036,955.84, in order to purchase four electric buses and electric bus charging infrastructure.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Execute agreement with Volunteer Highway Supply for Pavement Marking R-192-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Volunteer Highway Supply Company, Inc. for the 2022 Pedestrian and Bicycle Pavement Marking Project for an amount not to exceed $263,492.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Execute agreement with McKinnon Construction for Atlantic Ave Sidewalk R-191-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with McKinnon Construction Company, LLC for an amount not to exceed $2,903,342.35 for the Atlantic Avenue Sidewalk Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Accept Surface Transportation Block Grant funds for Atlantic Ave Sidewalk R-190-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept Surface Transportation Block Grant funds from the Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $1,524,421.08 with a City match of $381,105.27, to provide funding for the Atlantic Avenue Sidewalk Construction Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 14, 2022
Approve Fiscal Years 2023-2028 Capital Improvements Program and FY 2023 budget O-79-2022 — An Ordinance to approve and adopt the Fiscal Years 2023-2028 Capital Improvements Program, including the FY 2023 Capital Improvements Budget, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-A-22-OB) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 5-1-0-3
Split
May 31, 2022
Authorize grant application for Knoxville Area Transit R-161-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration and the Tennessee Department of Transportation to provide funding in the total amount of $702,031.00 to Knoxville Area Transit pursuant to the Local Surface Transportation Block Grant (LSTBG) program with a city match of up to $175,508.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 31, 2022
Authorize agreement for Washington Pike Drainage Improvements design services R-157-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with GEI Consultants, Inc. to provide professional engineering design services for the Washington Pike Drainage Improvements Project for an amount not to exceed $57,766.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 31, 2022
Authorize acquisition of property for Northwest Greenway Connector Phase II R-156-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property in fee simple and for easements by purchase, or condemnation if necessary, within ten tracts of real property for a total amount not to exceed $270,000.00 as part of the Northwest Greenway Connector Phase II Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 31, 2022
Close Lakeland Drive providing easement and executing quitclaim deeds O-61-2022 — An Ordinance to close Lakeland Drive between the southern line of Cherokee Boulevard and the south terminus of Lakeland Drive, subject to providing a 15 foot wide easement for pedestrian access to the park and other easements specified, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 4-B-22-SC) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 31, 2022
Close sliver of Amherst Road right-of-way and execute quitclaim deeds O-60-2022 — An Ordinance to close a sliver of the Amherst Road right-of-way between the western and eastern lot lines of Parcel 106DA001, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Jerry Bodie, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 4-A-22-SC) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 17, 2022
Resolution to apply for FTA grant for KAT electric buses and charging R-151-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration in the amount of $4,367,823.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Low or No Emission Grant Assistance (Section 5339(c)) for fiscal year 2022, with a City match of up to $1,091,956.00 to purchase electric buses and related charging equipment for Knoxville Area Transit for a total project amount of $5,459,779.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 17, 2022
Resolution to apply for FTA grant for KAT bus charging equipment R-150-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration in the amount of $5,000,000.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Bus and Bus Facilities (Section 5339(c)) for fiscal year 2022, with a City match of up to $1,250,000.00 to purchase electric bus charging equipment and installation for Knoxville Area Transit for a total project amount of $6,250,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 17, 2022
Resolution authorizing agreement for 2022 Resurfacing Phase II Project R-149-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $4,293,870.00 for the 2022 Resurfacing Phase II Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 17, 2022
Resolution authorizing agreement for Citywide Guardrail Replacement Program R-148-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Tennessee Guardrail, Inc. for the Citywide Guardrail Replacement Program for an annual amount not to exceed $200,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 17, 2022
Resolution authorizing amendment to streetlight maintenance agreement R-147-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the agreement with Edison Electric, LLC for the as-needed maintenance and repair of the City's streetlights and high masts, increasing the annual amount by $180,000.00 for a new total annual amount not to exceed $1,380,000.00, and renewing the term of the agreement to June 20, 2023.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 3, 2022
Accept additional TDOT grant funding for I-275 Business Park Access Improvements R-142-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept additional TDOT grant funding in the amount of $79,592.00 with a City match of $15,918.40 for the I-275 Business Park Access Improvements Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 3, 2022
Amend Whaley Construction contract for Coker Avenue Sidewalk Project R-141-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Whaley Construction, LLC for the Coker Avenue Sidewalk Project, increasing the contract amount by $18,740.45 for a new contract total of $791,441.95 and extending the date of completion to May 20, 2022(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 3, 2022
Amend Duracap Asphalt Paving contract for 2021 Citywide Facilities Paving R-140-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Duracap Asphalt Paving Company, Inc. for the 2021 Citywide Facilities Paving Project, increasing the contract amount by $72,454.00 for a new contract total of $618,592.48 and extending the date of completion to May 31, 2022.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 3, 2022
Amend Design and Construction contract for 2021 Curb Cuts Project - Phase II R-139-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Design and Construction Services, Inc. for the 2021 Curb Cuts Project - Phase II, increasing the contract amount by $11,899.35 for a new contract total of $352,699.35 and extending the date of completion to May 15, 2022.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 19, 2022
Authorize Mayor to apply for TDEC grant for water infrastructure investments R-117-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for a grant from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation in the amount of $20,041,654.60 with a City match of $3,010,000.00, to provide funding for necessary investments in water infrastructure, and if approved, authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept such a grant.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 5, 2022
Authorize Mayor to enter into a Release of Easement for property at 524 S Gay Street R-109-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Release of Easement on the south side of property located at 524 S Gay Street.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2022
Amend contract for Northwest Greenway Connector Project R-101-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0166 with Adams Contracting, LLC for the Northwest Greenway Connector Project, increasing the contract amount by $84,428.24 for a new contract total of $1,207,729.64 and extending the date of completion to May 10, 2022.(Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks & Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2022
Amend contract for Urban Wilderness Gateway Project R-100-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-19-0036 with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. to provide detailed design and construction documents for the Urban Wilderness Gateway Project, increasing the contract amount by $55,535.00 for a new contract total of $1,057,650.37, and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2024.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 8, 2022
Amend agreement with TN DOT for First Creek Greenway - Broadway Streetscape Project R-85-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 170054 with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the First Creek Greenway - Broadway Streetscape Project, increasing the total project funding to $3,918,600.00 with the City funding $783,720.00 (20%).(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 8, 2022
Amend contract with Kimley-Horn for Woodland Ave Complete Street Project R-84-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0232 with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the Woodland Avenue Complete Street Project, increasing the contract amount by $38,000.00 for a new contract total of $410,900.00, and extending the date of completion to December 1, 2024.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 8, 2022
Authorize Mayor to contract CDM Smith, Inc. for 17th Street Bridge Project engineering R-83-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide professional engineering inspection, design, and related technical services for the Seventeenth Street Bridge Project for an amount not to exceed $92,400.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 22, 2022
Authorize agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for 2022 Resurfacing Phase I Project. R-63-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $3,439,380.00 for the 2022 Resurfacing Phase I Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 22, 2022
Amend CDM Smith contract for I-275 Business Park Access Improvements Project. R-62-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-12-0001 with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide additional professional services for the I-275 Business Park Access Improvements Project, increasing the contract amount by $79,592.00 for a new contract total of $1,059,410.00, and extending the date of completion to April 30, 2022.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 8, 2022
Authorize agreement with MBI Companies, Inc. for Fire Station #15 repairs R-40-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with MBI Companies, Inc. to provide engineering design and construction support services for repairs and renovations to Fire Station #15 for an amount not to exceed $38,500.00.(Requested by Departments of Engineering and Public Service)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 8, 2022
Amend contract for 2020 On-Call Sidewalk Replacement Project Phase II R-39-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0117 with Design and Construction Services, Inc. for Phase II of the 2020 On-Call Sidewalk Replacement Project, increasing the contract amount by $100,705.00 for a new contract total of $800,705.00 and extending the date of completion to April 14, 2022.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 8, 2022
Amend contract for 2021 Resurfacing Phase II Project R-38-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0297 with Rogers Group, Inc. for the 2021 Resurfacing Phase II Project, increasing the contract amount by $12,356.59 for a new contract total of $3,167,541.31 and extending the completion date to April 30, 2022.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 8, 2022
Authorize agreement for stadium site infrastructure improvements R-37-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the execution of an Agreement with The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee to undertake certain public infrastructure improvements necessary or appropriate for the development of the stadium site located on or around 400 E. Jackson Avenue.(Requested by Administration)
Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Jan 25, 2022
Amend contract with CSX Transportation for Amherst Road Slope Stabilization Project, increasing by $86,444.88 R-31-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0302 with CSX Transportation, Inc. to provide additional inspection and flagging services for the Amherst Road Slope Stabilization Project, increasing the contract amount by $86,444.88 for a new contract total of $316,850.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Authorize agreement with Whaley Construction for 2022 Curb Cuts Project R-30-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Whaley Construction, LLC for the 2022 Curb Cuts Project for an amount not to exceed $308,320.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Amend contract with Morgan Contracting for Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project, increasing by $45,832 and extending completion date R-29-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-22-0090 with Morgan Contracting, Inc. for the Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project, increasing the contract amount by $45,832.00 for a new contract total of $1,022,566.20 and extending the date of completion to June 13, 2022.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Authorize agreement with Environmental Remediation Consultants for drainage maintenance services R-28-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Environmental Remediation Consultants, Inc. to perform on-call drainage maintenance services for stormwater system servicing projects in an annual amount not to exceed $150,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Amend paving contract with Duracap Asphalt Paving, Inc. R-407-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0301 with Duracap Asphalt Paving Company, Inc. for the 2021 Citywide Facilities Paving Project, increasing the contract amount by $209,274.28 for a new contract total of $546,138.48 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Execute agreement with Southern Constructors for road/sidewalk project R-406-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for the Palmetto Road Phase 2 and Sullivan Road Sidewalk Project for an amount not to exceed $729,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Apply for Urban Transportation Planning Grant up to $200k R-405-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for and, if awarded, accept an Urban Transportation Planning Grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation in an amount up to $200,000.00 with a 10% City match.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Eliminate minimum speed limit on City roadways O-159-2021 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 17, Article VI, Division 1, § 17-263 to eliminate the required minimum speed limit on City roadways.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Lower unposted speed limit on City roadways by 5 mph O-158-2021 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 17, Article VI, Division 1, § 17-262 to lower the unposted speed limit on City roadways by five miles per hour.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Apply for TAP grant for Neyland Drive pedestrian/bicycle connection R-386-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for a Transportation Alternatives Program grant in the amount of $924,000.00 with a City match of $231,000.00 to construct a permanent pedestrian/bicycle connection along Neyland Drive and, if approved, authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept such a grant.(Requested by Department of Engineering and Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize agreement with Stooksbury Construction for on-call services R-385-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Stooksbury Construction, Inc. to perform on-call construction services for repairs and projects identified by the City of Knoxville Engineering Department for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000.00 with the option to renew the agreement for two additional one-year terms.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize agreement with SE Construction Concepts for on-call services R-384-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southeastern Construction Concepts Corporation to perform on-call construction services for repairs and projects identified by the City of Knoxville Engineering Department for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000.00 with the option to renew the agreement for two additional one-year terms.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize agreement with Chris Haggard Plumbing for on-call services R-383-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Chris Haggard Plumbing, LLC to perform on-call construction services for repairs and projects identified by the City of Knoxville Engineering Department for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000.00 with the option to renew the agreement for two additional one-year terms.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize agreement with D.R. Phillips, LLC for Greenway Repairs R-382-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with D.R. Phillips, LLC for the 2021 Third Creek Greenway Repairs Project for an amount not to exceed $328,883.58.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Change street name of Burge Avenue to Elston Turner Drive O-134-2021 — An Ordinance to change the street name of Burge Avenue between South Bell Street and Harriet Tubman Street to Elston Turner Drive, Gwen McKenzie, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (PC File No. 10-A-21-SNC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2021
Accept Federal Transit Administration grant for operating expenses R-377-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept, if awarded, a grant from the Federal Transit Administration in the amount of $16,500,000.00.00 with no local matching funds required, pursuant to the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) to be used for operating expenses of the transit system (Knoxville Area Transit and Knox County CAC Transit) and to replace lost revenues due to the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2021
Acquire property for Millertown Pike Widening Project R-371-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to acquire property by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, in fee simple and for easements within two tracts of real property as part of the Millertown Pike Widening Project for a total amount not to exceed $50,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2021
Execute agreement with Merit Construction for Waterfront Dr Imp Phase II R-370-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Merit Construction, Inc. for the Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvements Phase II - Rough Grading Project for an amount not to exceed $648,375.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2021
Amend contract with Progression Electric for Traffic Signal Project R-369-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-20-0089 with Progression Electric, LLC for the Citywide Traffic Signal Infrastructure Project, increasing the amount by $350,000.00 for a new total amount not to exceed $450,000.00 and extending the term for one additional year.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2021
Execute agreement with Gresham Smith for Atlantic Ave Sidewalk Project R-368-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gresham Smith to provide construction engineering and inspection (CEI) services for the Atlantic Avenue Sidewalk Project for an amount not to exceed $288,800.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 2, 2021
Agreement with TDOT for Woodland Avenue Complete Street Project R-354-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the Woodland Avenue Complete Street Project for an estimated project cost of $3,600,000.00 with TDOT funding $2,880,000.00 and the City funding $720,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 2, 2021
Acquire property for flooding mitigation at 2308 Tecoma Drive R-353-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property in fee simple located at 2308 Tecoma Drive by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, for an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 to alleviate flooding issues.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 2, 2021
Amend contract for Old Broadway Sidewalk Project R-352-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No C-15-0199 with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for the Old Broadway Sidewalk Project, increasing the contract amount by $105,600.00 for a new total contract amount of $443,300.00 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 19, 2021
Amend contract with Jones Brothers Contractors, LLC for I-275 Business Park Improvements R-337-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0252 with Jones Brothers Contractors, LLC for the I-275 Business Park Access Improvements Project, increasing the contract amount by $23,903.42 for a new contract total of $5,505,005.84(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 19, 2021
Amend contract with CDM Smith, Inc. for I-275 Business Park Access Improvements Project R-336-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-12-0001 with CDM Smith, Inc. for additional professional services for the I-275 Business Park Access Improvements Project, increasing the contract amount by $65,500.00 for a new contract total of $979,818.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 19, 2021
Authorize agreement with Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. for Cured-in-Place Pipe Rehabilitation project R-335-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. to provide professional engineering design services for the Cured-in-Place Pipe Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project for an amount not to exceed $80,105.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 19, 2021
Authorize Mayor to sign documents for City's participation in regional Pavement Management System R-334-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign all documents necessary for the City to participate in the development of a regional Pavement Management System by the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for an amount not to exceed $76,515.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 19, 2021
Amend contract with Southern Constructors, Inc. for Boyd's Bridge Pike Bridge Repair Project R-333-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0298 with Southern Constructors, Inc. for the Boyd's Bridge Pike Bridge Joint and Approach Repair Project, increasing the contract amount by $8,907.09 for a new contract total of $240,328.33 and extending the date of completion to November 2, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 19, 2021
Amend contract with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for Old Broadway Sidewalk Project 11-f — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No C-15-0199 with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for the Old Broadway Sidewalk Project, increasing the contract amount by $105,600.00 for a new total contract amount of $443,300.00 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Oct 5, 2021
Resolution: Funding for KAT network analysis R-323-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to provide funding in an amount not to exceed $163,532.00 to Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for the purpose of implementing a comprehensive operational analysis of Knoxville Area Transit's network in order to improve efficiency, effectiveness, access to opportunity, and equity.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 5, 2021
Resolution: Amend contract with New Flyer of America Inc. for electric bus infrastructure R-322-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a second amendment to Contract No. C- 20-0147 between the City of Knoxville and New Flyer of America Inc. in order to modify the scope of work related to the construction and installation of KAT's electric bus and charging infrastructure and increasing the contract amount $47,718.13, for a total initial purchase price of $12,555,072.62.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 5, 2021
Resolution: Easement Agreement with Hatcher Hill 706 Gay St LLC R-321-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Easement Agreement with Hatcher Hill 706 Gay St LLC to allow existing and proposed building elements at 706 S Gay Street to encroach into the public rights-of-way for S Gay Street and an unnamed alley.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 5, 2021
Resolution: Amend contract with Rogers Group, Inc. for 2021 Resurfacing Phase II R-320-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0297 with Rogers Group, Inc. for the 2021 Resurfacing Phase II Project, increasing the contract amount by $98,846.47 for a new contract total of $3,155,184.72.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 5, 2021
Resolution: Amend contract with Southern Constructors, Inc. for Woodland Ave Bridge repair R-319-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0299 with Southern Constructors, Inc. for the Woodland Avenue Bridge Joint and Approach Repair Project, increasing the contract amount by $25,435.74 for a new contract total of $188,488.74 and extending the date of completion to October 31, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 21, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to accept TDOT grant for Knoxville Area Transit bus stop improvements R-305-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to provide funding in the amount of $900,000.00 to the City of Knoxville on behalf of Knoxville Area Transit from IMPROVE Act Transit Investment Grant funds for fiscal year 2022, with a City match of up to $300,000.00 in order to improve several bus stops in our service area.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021
Authorize agreement with KCDC for Austin Homes Master Plan Phase III infra R-300-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation for Infrastructure improvements at Austin Homes, along Summit Hill Drive, Harriet Tubman Street, and Bell Street, as part of the Austin Homes Master Plan, Phase III, in an amount not to exceed $3,781,900.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021
Amend contract with Preen Construction for Fire Station #4 Renovations R-294-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0079 with Preen Construction, LLC to complete the Fire Station #4 Renovations Project, increasing the contract amount by $86,141.31 for a new contract total of $512,423.31 and extending the date of completion to September 30, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021
Amend contract with Morgan Contracting for CIPP Phase 3 Project R-293-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0259 with Morgan Contracting, Inc. for the Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) Phase 3 Project, increasing the contract amount by $53,122.50 for a new contract total of $722,060.50(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021
Authorize agreement with Morgan Contracting for Texas Ave Sidewalk Project R-292-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Morgan Contracting, Inc. for the Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project for an amount not to exceed $976,734.20.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021
Authorize agreement with Vaughn & Melton for Burlington Streetscapes Project R-291-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. to provide professional engineering design services for the Burlington Streetscapes Project for an amount not to exceed $266,720.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021
Apply for FTA grant for Knoxville Area Transit feasibility study R-286-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration to provide funding in the amount of $360,000.00 to Knoxville Area Transit pursuant to the 2021 areas of Persistent Poverty Program, with a city match of up to $40,000.00 in order to conduct a study to determine the feasibility of providing access to opportunities without the need for automobile ownership.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021
Authorize agreement with Vaughn & Melton for Northwest Greenway Connector services R-283-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. to provide right-of-way acquisition, relocation, and related services for the Northwest Greenway Connector - Phase II Project for an amount not to exceed $38,680.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021
Amend contract with Cannon & Cannon Inc. for small cell utility services R-282-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0043 with Cannon & Cannon Inc. to provide professional permit and inspection services for small cell utility construction in the right-of-way for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021
Close unnamed alley between Stewart St and Irwin St O-111-2021 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between Stewart Street and Irwin Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Amir Sadovnik, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-21-AC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
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