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Amelia Parker’s votes on Intergovernmental & resolutions

100 recorded votes: 79 aye · 6 no · 1 abstain · 14 absent

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Jul 7, 2026
Authorize subgrantee agreement with YWCA for Keys of Hope program R-187-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with YWCA Knoxville and the Tennessee Valley to provide an amount not to exceed $30,000.00 Community Development Block Grant funding for the provision of transitional housing through the Keys of Hope program. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jul 7, 2026
Authorize agreement with Legal Aid of East Tennessee for legal services R-186-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Legal Aid of East Tennessee to provide an amount not to exceed $125,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the provision of legal services to low- income individuals facing wrongful evictions and other critical housing issues. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jul 7, 2026
Authorize subgrantee agreement with East Tennessee Community Design Center R-185-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with East Tennessee Community Design Center to provide an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for conceptual design and technical assistance service for approximately seven community projects. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jul 7, 2026
Authorize subgrantee agreement with Southeastern Housing Foundation II, Inc. R-184-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Southeastern Housing Foundation II, Inc. not to exceed $90,775.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding to support its Permanent Supportive Housing Case Management program. (Council District 3) (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Community Mediation Center for mediation services R-174-2026 — 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Knoxville-Knox County CAC for Rapid Re-Housing R-173-2026 — 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for Rapid Re-Housing R-172-2026 — 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for emergency shelter R-171-2026 — 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Catholic Charities for Homeless General Funds R-170-2026 — 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Salvation Army for Homeless General Funds R-169-2026 — 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 9, 2026
Accept AARP Community Challenge grant for Vision Zero goal. R-162-2026 — 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 9, 2026
Honor Knoxville Community Media on its fiftieth anniversary. R-154-2026 — 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 9, 2026
Honor Knoxville Community Media on its fiftieth anniversary. R-154-2026 — 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 26, 2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for KenJo Market #35 R-147-2026 — 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 26, 2026
Approve alcoholic beverage sales plan for multiuse stadium R-139-2026 — 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 12, 2026
Subrecipient agreement for Tech Smart Knox Seniors program R-132-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subrecipient agreement with the Knoxville Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $100,000, from a State of TN grant for ‘Broadband Ready Communities’, to support the expansion of the Knoxville Knox County Community Action Committee’s Tech Smart Knox Seniors program. (Requested by Policy) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 12, 2026
Submit 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan to HUD R-129-2026 — 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: No Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 28, 2026
Request Mayor modify executive order for waste, fraud, abuse reporting R-122-2026 — A Resolution respectfully requesting that Mayor Kincannon modify her executive order of February 15, 2025 relative to waste, fraud, and abuse reporting to insert the Internal Auditor to also be included as receiving a copy of all reports. (Requested by Councilmember Grant, Councilmember Lloyd, Councilmember Helsley, Councilmember DeBardelaben) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 31, 2026
Contract with Alfred Benesch to study Knoxville Area Transit system R-93-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a piggyback Agreement with Alfred Benesch & Company to provide consulting services to study the Knoxville Area Transit System in order to maximize ridership and support access to parks, affordable housing, and employment, in an amount not to exceed $74,332.00. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 17, 2026
Recognize HonorAir Knoxville for service to veterans R-71-2026 — A Resolution expressing gratitude and appreciation to HonorAir Knoxville for its many years of service to the veteran community of East Tennessee. (Requested by Councilmember Honeycutt, Councilmember DeBardelaben, Councilmember Adams, Councilmember Helsley, Vice-Mayor Fugate) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Om Shree Sai Express LLC. R-69-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Om Shree Sai Express LLC d/b/a Speed Mart relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Cedar Bluff Wines & Spirits. R-68-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Cork, Inc. d/b/a Cedar Bluff Wines & Spirits relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Support and endorse the South Waterfront Down River Master Plan. R-66-2026 — A Resolution supporting and endorsing the South Waterfront Down River Master Plan, a community driven framework for the redevelopment of the Down River Area that will serve as the framework for the upcoming Requests for Proposals process, and thanking the members of the South Waterfront Advisory and Advocacy Group (SWAAG) who have worked tirelessly throughout this process. (Requested by Urban Design and Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Abstain Adopted 8-0-1-0
Mar 3, 2026
Fund case management program for homelessness prevention. R-60-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a multi-party agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee and Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (”KCDC”) to fund the case management program focused on homelessness prevention in KCDC elderly/disabled housing, in the amount of $187,500.00, with the City’s portion not to exceed $156,250.00. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Analyze warming/cooling center model and consider increased funding. R-57-2026 — A Resolution recognizing the tremendous effort by all in the City to take care of our City's most vulnerable during extreme weather events and respectfully requesting that the Administration, in partnership with the Knoxville-Knox County Joint Office of Housing Stability and Knox County, analyze the current warming and cooling center model and consider increased funding and support to the City’s efforts to provide residents and visitors in need with day and overnight shelter from extreme weather, including when temperatures drop to 32 degrees Fahrenheit windchill or reach a heat index of 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and to strengthen efforts to provide transportation, shelter, and other services during extreme weather events. (Requested by Councilmembers Parker and DeBardelaben) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Honor the memory of Diane Jordan. R-56-2026 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Diane Jordan and to express City Council's condolences to her family upon the occasion of her passing. (Requested by City Council, Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Approve wine license compliance certificate for Goodstop by Casey's #4219 R-43-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Goodstop by Casey's #4219 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Approve wine license compliance certificate for Goodstop by Casey's #4218 R-42-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Goodstop by Casey's #4218 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Approve wine license compliance certificate for Goodstop by Casey's #4217 R-41-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Goodstop by Casey's #4217 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Approve wine license compliance certificate for Goodstop by Casey's #4215 R-40-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Goodstop by Casey's #4215 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Approve wine license compliance certificate for Goodstop by Casey's #4213 R-39-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Goodstop by Casey's #4213 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Approve wine license compliance certificate for Goodstop by Casey's #4211 R-38-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Goodstop by Casey's #4211 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Recognize IBEW Local 760 centennial anniversary R-289-2025 — A Resolution recognizing the centennial anniversary of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 760 and celebrating the work and community involvement of members of Local 760 in Knoxville and our region. (Requested by City Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Honor the memory of Bill Williams R-288-2025 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Bill Williams. (Requested by City Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 2, 2025
Resolution to accept TDOT grant extension for Knoxville Area Transit R-256-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) in the amount of $832,125.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for fiscal year 2021 for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for mass transportation in urbanized areas. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 19, 2025
Recognize 50th anniversary of Beck Cultural Exchange Center R-232-2025 — A Resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of Beck Cultural Exchange Center and celebrating the stewardship, work, and community involvement of Beck Cultural Exchange Center leadership and members in Knoxville and our region. (Requested by Councilmembers McKenzie, Thomas, Rider, Singh, Roberto, Fugate, Helsley, and Vice Mayor Smith.) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 19, 2025
Recognize 50th anniversary of Beck Cultural Exchange Center R-232-2025 — A Resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of Beck Cultural Exchange Center and celebrating the stewardship, work, and community involvement of Beck Cultural Exchange Center leadership and members in Knoxville and our region. (Requested by Councilmembers McKenzie, Thomas, Rider, Singh, Roberto, Fugate, Helsley, and Vice Mayor Smith.) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Motion to amend:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 5, 2025
Consent to Assignment of leases for 956 Volunteer Landing Lane R-227-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to consent to the Assignment of CITM, LLC’s rights, title and interest in the premises and the leases for the property located at 956 Volunteer Landing Lane, CLT #095JB014.05, to TS-Grove PT Marinas, VLM, LLC, subject to final approval by the Tennessee Valley Authority. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 5, 2025
Consent to Assignment of leases for 956 Volunteer Landing Lane R-227-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to consent to the Assignment of CITM, LLC’s rights, title and interest in the premises and the leases for the property located at 956 Volunteer Landing Lane, CLT #095JB014.05, to TS-Grove PT Marinas, VLM, LLC, subject to final approval by the Tennessee Valley Authority. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 5, 2025
Apply for and accept ESG funding for Homeless Services R-222-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept Emergency Solutions Grant funding from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency in the amount of $134,375.00 to be used to provide Homeless Services. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Sumukh, Inc. liquor store license R-215-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Sumukh, Inc. relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City of Knoxville. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Sprouts Farmers Market wine license R-214-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to SFM, LLC d/b/a Sprouts Farmers Market #587 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Apply for and accept grant for urbanized area transit assistance R-209-2025 — 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 $7,107,130.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for Fiscal Year 2025, with a City match of $888,391.25. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Apply for and accept grant for bus facilities capital assistance R-208-2025 — 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 $756,148.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) for Fiscal Year 2025, with a City match of $94,519.00 for a total project amount of $945,186.00. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Apply for and accept grant for bus facilities capital assistance R-207-2025 — 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 $731,046.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) for Fiscal Year 2024, with a City match of $91,380.75 for a total project amount of $913,807.50. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Apply for and accept grant for urbanized area transit assistance R-206-2025 — 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 $6,967,640.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for Fiscal Year 2024, with a City match of $870,955.00. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Apply for and accept grant for electric buses R-205-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant a from the Federal Transit Administration and the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) to provide funding in the amount of $7,168,000.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Grant Assistance, with a state match of up to $896,000.00 and a City match of $896,000.00 to purchase electric buses and related charging infrastructure for fiscal year 2026. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Amend TDOT grant for electric bus charging infrastructure extension R-204-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to amend a grant agreement from the Tennessee Department of Transportation related to fiscal year 2021/2022 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Grant Funds to extend the term of the agreement from September, 2025 to September, 2027 for Electric Bus Overhead In-Route Charging Infrastructure. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for LSTBG funding R-203-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from August, 2025 until August, 2027 with the Tennessee Department of Transportation, which provides state match funding for the Local Surface Transportation Block Grant (LSTBG). (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for bus facilities capital assistance R-202-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $30,740.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) for Fiscal Year 2018, with a City match of up to $30,734.00 for capital improvements to bus facilities. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for bus facilities capital assistance R-201-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), in the amount of $38,661.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) for Fiscal Year 2019, with a City match of up to $38,661.00 for capital improvements to bus facilities. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for urbanized area transit R-200-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation, in the amount of $184,015.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Fiscal Year 2015/2016 for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for mass transportation in urbanized areas. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for urbanized area transit R-199-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $240,758.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Fiscal Year 2017 for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for mass transportation in urbanized areas. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for bus facilities capital assistance R-198-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation, in the amount of $97,466.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) for Fiscal Year 2020, with a City match of up to $97,467.00 for capital improvement projects including bus and bus facilities. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for electric buses R-197-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) in the amount of $798,001.00 to Knoxville Area Transit from Fiscal Year 2016/2017 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) grant funds, with a City match of up to $798,001.00 for the replacement and expansion of fixed route electric buses and charging equipment. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Execute agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for home repair R-196-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $385,260.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding to support Operation Backyard, its minor home repair program. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Execute subgrantee agreement with Legal Aid for housing services R-195-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Legal Aid of East Tennessee to provide an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the provision of legal services to low-income individuals facing wrongful evictions and other critical housing issues. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Execute subgrantee agreement with ETCDC for design assistance R-194-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with East Tennessee Community Design Center to provide an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for Conceptual Design and Technical Assistance for approximately seven community improvement projects. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Execute agreement with CAC for lead hazard control grant R-193-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $4,077,522.62 in U.S. Housing and Urban Development Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Initiative grant funding, with a required $337,001.09 match, for lead-based paint identification and hazard control services approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, for a total contract amount not to exceed $4,414,523.71. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Execute subgrantee agreement with CAC for home repair program R-192-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $475,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding to support the Emergency and Minor Home Repair program. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 8, 2025
Submit 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Action Plan to HUD. R-181-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the submission of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development and the 2025-2026 Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any associated documents and certifications under the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Act, and Emergency Solutions Grant Programs. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: No Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jun 24, 2025
Authorize MOU with Knox County for Homeland Security Grant funds R-156-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a memorandum of understanding with Knox County in order for Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency to accept $22,500.00 as a subrecipient of a Homeland Security Grant for equipment and software at the Mobile Command Post and the Emergency Operations Center. (Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Authorize agreement with The Capitol Strategy Group for governmental relations R-351-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fred D. (Tony) Thompson, Jr. and Kim Adkins, on behalf of The Capitol Strategy Group, LLC, in the amount of $72,000.00 to provide governmental relations services for the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Law Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 26, 2024
Award Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program Grant funds R-326-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $1,768,642.00 in Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program Grant funds to support eight projects guided by the Coordinated Community Plan and ongoing collaboration with the Youth Action Board.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2024
Affirm Knox County's provision of emergency ambulance services R-310-2024 — A Resolution affirming Knox County's Provision of Emergency Ambulance Services within the municipal limits of the City of Knoxville in Accordance with Tennessee Code Annotated § 7-61-102(d).(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2024
Execute quitclaim deed for property at 1209 Forest Avenue R-248-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Joseph S. Key II for one parcel of property located at 1209 Forest Avenue, Parcel ID No. 094-LM-011, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $131,100.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2024
Authorize grant application for $145,000 for Emergency Management Agency R-244-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the State of Tennessee, Department of the Military and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency and, if approved, accept a grant in the amount of $145,000.00 which will reimburse the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency budget for salaries and operating expenses for Fiscal Year 2025.(Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 3, 2024
Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute Broadband Ready Community designation documents R-237-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to have the City of Knoxville designated as a Broadband Ready Community pursuant to Tennessee Public Chapter 228, 4-3-709.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 3, 2024 Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Magnolia Package, LLC liquor license R-226-2024 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Magnolia Package, LLC relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 3, 2024 Resolution granting pension to Stephen S. Lee R-227-2024 — A Resolution granting a pension of $5,203.50 per month to Stephen S. Lee, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 3, 2024 Resolution granting pension to Steven L. Bell R-228-2024 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,830.49 per month to Steven L. Bell, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 3, 2024 Resolution granting pension to Wally E. Spitzer R-229-2024 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,138.15 per month to Wally E. Spitzer, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 3, 2024 Resolution granting pension to Teresa C. Johnson R-230-2024 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,875.73 per month to Teresa C. Johnson, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 3, 2024 Resolution granting pension to Valerie D. Coleman R-231-2024 — A Resolution granting a pension of $6,735.57 per month (Defined Benefit plus Defined Contribution) to Valerie D. Coleman, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 3, 2024 Resolution granting pension to Roy D. Strevel R-232-2024 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,813.64 per month to Roy D. Strevel, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 3, 2024 Resolution granting pension to Paul M. Burroughs R-233-2024 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,344.66 per month to Paul M. Burroughs, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 3, 2024 Resolution granting pension to Boyd D. Kitts R-234-2024 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,126.97 per month to Boyd D. Kitts, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Aug 20, 2024
Resolution authorizing Mayor to apply for and accept grant for senior centers equipment and services R-225-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00, for equipment, supplies and services for senior centers.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-0-0-3
Unanimous
Aug 20, 2024
Resolution authorizing Mayor to apply for $3.8M TDOT grant for transit operating assistance R-224-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $3,810,600.00 to provide funding to Knoxville Area Transit for Fiscal Year 2025 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-0-0-3
Unanimous
Aug 6, 2024
Application for HUD Lead-based Paint Hazard Reduction and Healthy Homes grant R-217-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to apply for a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Lead-based Paint Hazard Reduction and Healthy Homes grant in an amount up to $4,600,000.00, with a required local match in an amount up to $400,000.00, and if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept such a grant award.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 6, 2024
Application for HUD Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program grant funds R-216-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for approval from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to use Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program grant funds in the amount of $1,823,342.00, or in such other amounts as may be beneficial to the City, with a required local match in the amount of $3,916.00 to be paid by the Knoxville-Knox County Office of Housing Stability, and, if approved, to accept the said funds and distribute the same to local subrecipients.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 6, 2024
Subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for HUD Emergency Solutions street outreach R-215-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center to provide street outreach services, in an amount not to exceed $50,034.00 from HUD Emergency Solutions Grant funding.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 6, 2024
Subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for HUD Emergency Solutions Grant R-214-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Volunteer Ministry Center to provide an amount not to exceed $54,131.00 in HUD Emergency Solutions Grant funding for the provision of rapid re-housing and homelessness prevention services.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 23, 2024
Apply for DOJ grant for KPD de-escalation and crisis response training R-199-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award for $350,000.00 with no required local match, from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, to be used to enhance de-escalation and crisis response training for Knoxville Police Department Officers.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: No Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jul 23, 2024
Accept Homeland Security grant for multi-factor authentication software R-198-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a grant from the Department of Homeland Security as a subrecipient of the State of Tennessee in the amount of $50,000.00 pursuant to the 2022 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) to pay for multi-factor authentication software which will protect the City's network from unauthorized access.(Requested by Information Technology) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 23, 2024
Approve Western Heights Redevelopment and Urban Renewal Plan R-195-2024 — A Resolution approving the Western Heights Redevelopment and Urban Renewal Plan prepared by Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 23, 2024
Authorize MOU with Knox County for Hazmat radioactive source identification grant R-194-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County to accept $20,300.00 in grant funds as a subrecipient of the 2024 Homeland Security Grant in order to purchase equipment and supplies to identify radioactive sources for the Fire Department's Hazardous Materials Unit.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 23, 2024
Authorize MOU with Knox County for Homeland Security Grant funds R-187-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a memorandum of understanding with Knox County in order for Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency to accept $25,300.00 as a subrecipient of a Homeland Security Grant for equipment and software at the Mobile Command Post and the Emergency Operations Center.(Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 23, 2024
Apply for EPA Environmental and Climate Justice grant 11-r — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept an Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change grant from the Environmental Protection Agency in an amount up to $20,000,000.00, with no local match required, to support disadvantaged communities with resiliency when disasters strike.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Jun 25, 2024
Authorize memorandum of understanding with Knox County for KEMA grant funds R-168-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a memorandum of understanding with Knox County in order for Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency (KEMA) to accept $21,000.00 as a sub recipient of a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Military to maintain KEMA's capability to respond during Department of Energy (DOE) emergencies.(Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 25, 2024 Approve Certificate of Compliance for KenJo Market #34 for a wine license R-163-2024 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market, Inc. d/b/a KenJo Market #34 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 25, 2024 Approve Certificate of Compliance for Casey's #4293 for a wine license R-164-2024 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Casey's #4293 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 25, 2024 Grant pension to Knoxville Police Department employee Clayton L. Madison R-165-2024 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,001.19 per month to Clayton L. Madison, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 25, 2024 Amend City Code to modify self-service beer permit requirements for hotels O-83-2024 — An Ordinance amending Chapter 4, Article II, Section 4-69(C) of the Knoxville City Code so as to modify the self-service beer permit requirements for businesses subject to hotel occupancy taxes.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Rider) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 25, 2024 Close unnamed alley from E Depot Avenue to E Magnolia Avenue O-84-2024 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from E Depot Avenue to E Magnolia Avenue as it runs within City Block 07222, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 25, 2024 Close unnamed alley from McNutt Road to Sevierville Pike O-85-2024 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from McNutt Road to Sevierville Pike as it runs within City Block 29900, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners.(Requested by Engineering Department) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 25, 2024 Rezone 4657 Old Broadway from I-MU to C-G-1 O-86-2024 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4657 Old Broadway from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Jimmy Brinias, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-A-24-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 25, 2024 Rezone 1405 Rickard Drive from O to RN-1 O-87-2024 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1405 Rickard Drive from O (Office) District to RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Manuel Cardoza, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-B-24-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 25, 2024 Rezone 618 Hollywood Road from RN-1 to RN-2 O-88-2024 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 618 Hollywood Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Jason C Wright, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-G-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 25, 2024 Add Historic Overlay district zoning to 810 Clinch Avenue O-89-2024 — An Ordinance to add the H (Historic Overlay) district zoning classification to a portion of property located at 810 Clinch Avenue, leaving the base zoning classification unchanged, Kathryn Greer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-M-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 11, 2024
Submit 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan to HUD R-156-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the submission of the 2024-2025 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 & Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 28, 2024
Apply for and accept Communities Sparking Investment grant R-147-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a Communities Sparking Investment in Transformative Energy grant from the the United States Department of Energy, Office of State and Community Energy Programs, in an amount of up to $3,600,000.00 with a local match of 5%, to be covered by a community partnership with East Tennessee Clean Fuels to provide funding for programs that would deliver direct local community benefits regarding energy efficiency and clean energy projects for disadvantaged communities.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 28, 2024
Award Historic Preservation Program grant funds R-143-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award a total amount not to exceed $247,855.00 in Historic Preservation Program grant funds to support property improvements to eligible historic properties within the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 28, 2024
Authorize agreement with Beck Cultural Exchange Center R-142-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Beck Cultural Exchange Center to provide historical preservation, research, education, and programming reflecting Black and African-American experiences and culture in the Knoxville area, in an amount not to exceed $90,000.00 with the option to extend the terms of the Agreement for up to three additional one-year periods under the same conditions.(Requested by Office of Community Safety & Empowerment) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 14, 2024
Authorize agreement with Frantz McConnell & Seymour LLP for legal services R-131-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Frantz McConnell & Seymour, LLP to provide professional legal services to the KTA Board and K-Trans Management, Inc. for a period of three (3) years, in an amount not to exceed $210,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 30, 2024
Execute agreement with Helen Ross McNabb Center, Inc. for Sexual Assault Center funding R-126-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Helen Ross McNabb Center, Inc. to provide funding in the amount of $25,000.00 for essential services of the Sexual Assault Center of East Tennessee.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 16, 2024
Adopt One Year Plan 2024 prepared by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission O-48-2024 — An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2024 as prepared by the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 3-A-24-OYP) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Amend and reinstate Knoxville-Farragut-Knox County Growth Policy Plan R-84-2024 — A Resolution to amend and reinstate the Knoxville-Farragut-Knox County Growth Policy Plan dated January 10, 2024, per Tennessee Code Annotated § 6-58-101 et seq.(Requested by Law Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: No Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Feb 6, 2024
Authorize agreement with Knoxville Knox County CAC for youth homelessness program funding. R-62-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville Knox County Community Action Committee to provide funding for compensation of one full-time youth community engagement coordinator and four or five part-time positions for young adults with lived experience of homelessness to assist the Continuum of Care in the planning process of the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program planning activities, in an amount not to exceed $53,300.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2024
Authorization for Mayor to seek and accept NLC grant for economic opportunity expansion R-30-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept grant funding in an amount of up to $15,000.00 with no required matching funds, from the National League of Cities to be used to expand economic opportunities for residents and businesses of color.(Requested by Community Safety & Empowerment) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 9, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement for Fair Housing Equity Plan development R-19-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Community Solutions Collaborative, LLC to develop an Assessment of Furthering Fair Housing Equity Plan, as required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, in an amount not to exceed $37,600.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Authorize MOU with Knox County for Homeland Security Grant R-405-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a memorandum of understanding with Knox County in order for Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency to accept $25,000.00 as a sub recipient of a Homeland Security Grant for equipment and software at the Mobile Command Post and the Emergency Operations Center.(Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Honor memory of Larry G. Cox R-401-2023 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Larry G. Cox, and to express Council's condolences to his family upon the occasion of his passing.(Requested by Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Call on Knoxville Congressional Delegation to oppose H.R. 3557, American Broadband Act of 2023 R-396-2023 — A Resolution respectfully calling on the Knoxville Congressional Delegation to oppose H.R. 3557, the American Broadband Act of 2023.(Requested by Councilmember Parker) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with ICF Incorporated, LLC for climate action planning R-395-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with ICF Incorporated, LLC to support the City of Knoxville in technical analysis and plan development for regional climate action planning in an amount not to exceed $597,321.00.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Honor memory of Larry G. Cox 11-a — A Resolution honoring the memory of Larry G. Cox, and to express Council's condolences to his family upon the occasion of his passing.(Requested by Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Oct 3, 2023
Waive City of Knoxville taxes on Knox County surplus properties R-343-2023 — A Resolution to waive City of Knoxville taxes on Knox County surplus properties pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated §§ 67-5-2507(b)(5) and 67-5-2508(d).(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Amelia Parker’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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