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Andrew Roberto’s votes in 2023

100 recorded votes: 100 aye

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Oct 17, 2023
Agreement with BlueCross BlueShield for employee dental benefits program R-354-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc. for the provision of a dental benefits program for eligible City employees for a period of three years with two one-year options to renew at an estimated annual cost of $575,000.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management Department) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 17, 2023
Agreement with BlueCross BlueShield for employee medical program administrative services R-353-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc. for the provision of administrative services for the City's self-funded employee medical program at an estimated annual cost of $774,816.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management Department) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 17, 2023
Confirming Tyrone Beach's appointment to the Police Advisory and Review Committee R-350-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Tyrone Beach to the Police Advisory and Review Committee.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 17, 2023 Approve Certificate of Compliance for SoKno Wine & Spirits liquor license R-349-2023 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Doc & DD, LLC d/b/a SoKno Wine & Spirits relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Department of Finance) Contracts & purchasing Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 17, 2023
Resolution for agreement with Waste Connections for waste hauling and disposal 11-l — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement between the City of Knoxville and Waste Connections of Tennessee, Inc. for the hauling and disposal of municipal solid waste and construction demolition debris and for installation of a compactor for an estimated amount of $1,472,600.00 annually.(Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Oct 17, 2023
Approval of minutes from the October 3, 2023 regular meeting Approval of the minutes of the October 3, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Wilson Food Service for "Holiday on Ice" skating rink R-348-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Wilson Food Service, LLC to provide operation and management of Knoxville's "Holiday on Ice" skating rink at Market Square for amount not to exceed $103,000.00 for the first year of services followed by a 4% increase for the second year, if renewal option is exercised.(Requested by Special Events) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize Mayor to amend contract with Messer Construction for Real Time Information Center R-347-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a fourth amendment to contract C-21-0296 with Messer Construction Company to modify the scope of work for the Real Time Information Center at the new Public Safety Complex, increasing the contract price by $24,874.00 for a total contract price not to exceed $53,460,574.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize Mayor to accept $2,000,000 grant from TN Opioid Abatement Council R-346-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of up to $2,000,000.00, with no required local match, from the Tennessee Opioid Abatement Council for substance abuse advocacy, prevention, and combatting overdose deaths.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize acquisition of property at 1209 Forest Avenue, Parcel ID No. 094-LM-011 R-345-2023 — A Resolution authorizing acquisition, by condemnation if necessary, of a fee simple interest in certain property located at 1209 Forest Avenue (Parcel ID No. 094-LM-011), believed to be owned by Timothy C. Gibson, at an estimated cost of $151,500.00, as recommended by the Abandoned, Blighted, and Vacant Properties Committee.(Requested by Housing & Neighborhood Development Department) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Florline South for floor coating at Light Equipment Repair Shop R-344-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Florline South, Inc. to install a floor coating at the Light Equipment Repair Shop located at 3409 Vice Mayor Jack Sharp Road, for an amount not to exceed $69,865.00.(Requested by Fleet Services) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
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
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Supplement Resolution R-129-90 for issuance of $10,000,000 Wastewater System Revenue Bonds R-342-2023 — A Resolution supplementing Resolution No. R-129-90 adopted by the City Council of the City of Knoxville, Tennessee on May 15, 1990 providing for the issuance of not to exceed Ten Million and no/100 Dollars ($10,000,000) of Wastewater System Revenue Bonds, Series 2023.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Supplement Resolution 2075 for issuance of $20,000,000 Water System Revenue Bonds R-341-2023 — A Resolution supplementing Resolution No. 2075 adopted by the City Council of the City of Knoxville, Tennessee on April 20, 1954 entitled "A Resolution providing for the issuance of Water Revenue Bonds" so as to provide for the issuance of not to exceed Twenty Million Dollars ($20,000,000) of Water System Revenue Bonds, Series NN-2023.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Supplement Resolution 1644 for issuance of $55,000,000 Electric System Revenue Bonds R-340-2023 — A Resolution supplementing Resolution No. 1644 adopted by the City Council of the City of Knoxville, Tennessee on January 4, 1949 entitled "A Resolution providing for the issuance of Electric System Revenue Bonds" so as to provide for the issuance of not to exceed Fifty-Five Million and no/100 Dollars ($55,000,000) of Electric System Revenue Bonds, Series PP-2023.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize Mayor to donate easements and property at 3925 Schaad Road to Knox County R-339-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to donate easements and property at 3925 Schaad Road to Knox County for construction of the Schaad Road Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize Mayor to amend contract for Cured-in-Place Pipe Infrastructure Rehabilitation R-338-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. to provide professional engineering design services for the Cured-in-Place Pipe Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project, increasing the contract amount by $26,250.00 for a new contract total of $116,280.00 and extending the date of completion to August 31, 2025.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize Mayor to amend contract with Barge Design Solutions for First Creek Greenway Project R-337-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for the First Creek Greenway - Broadway Streetscape Project, increasing the contract amount by $124,500.00 for a new contract total of $505,500.00 and extending the date of completion to May 1, 2025.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Roadway Solutions for 2023 Citywide Guardrail Replacement Program R-336-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Roadway Solutions, LLC for the 2023 Citywide Guardrail Replacement Program for an annual amount not to exceed $300,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with CDM Smith for Old City Streetscapes Project - Phase II engineering R-335-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide professional engineering design services for the Old City Streetscapes Project - Phase II for an amount not to exceed $1,137,820.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Amend Knoxville City Code regarding Police Advisory and Review Committee compliance O-147-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 2, Article X, to ensure the continued compliance of the Police Advisory and Review Committee with recent revisions to state law.(Requested by Law Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-2-0
Oct 3, 2023
Confirm appointment of Brad Salsbury to the Board of Zoning Appeals R-334-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Brad Salsbury to serve as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Confirm appointments to the Knoxville Tree Board R-333-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointments of Dr. Melissa Hinten, Brian O'Connor, and Charlotte Rodina to the Knoxville Tree Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023 Grant a pension to Kelly D. Tanner, Knoxville Police Department employee R-323-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,428.41 per month to Kelly D. Tanner, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 3, 2023 Grant a pension to Peter J. Neveu, Knoxville Fire Department employee R-324-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $928.96 per month to Peter J. Neveu, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 3, 2023 Grant a pension to Donna B. Goodman, Knoxville General Government employee R-325-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,430.66 per month to Donna B. Goodman, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 3, 2023 Grant a pension to Steven P. McCloud, Knoxville General Government employee R-326-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,703.13 per month to Steven P. McCloud, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 3, 2023 Grant a pension to Leonard E. Blair, Knoxville General Government employee R-327-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,695.44 per month to Leonard E. Blair, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 3, 2023 Grant a pension to Loretta Sue Cox, Knoxville Police Department employee R-328-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,680.66 per month to Loretta Sue Cox, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 3, 2023 Grant a pension to James D. Rickett, Jr., Knoxville Fire Department employee R-329-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,754.37 per month to James D. Rickett, Jr., an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 3, 2023 Grant a pension to James M. Womble Jr., Knoxville Fire Department employee R-330-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,766.79 per month to James M. Womble Jr., an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 3, 2023 Grant a pension to Deborah A. Corlew, Knoxville General Government employee R-331-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $584.88 per month to Deborah A. Corlew, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 3, 2023 Grant a pension to Christopher K. Jones, Knoxville General Government employee R-332-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $609.99 per month to Christopher K. Jones, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 3, 2023 Amend O-145-2023, appropriate $28,165 from Community Improvement Fund O-146-2023 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend O-145-2023 to comply with Chapter 2, Article IV, Division 2, § 2-602 of the Knoxville City Code and appropriate the sum of $28,165.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Community Agencies and Organizations as set forth in the attachment.(Requested by Council) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 3, 2023
Approve minutes of the September 19, 2023 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the September 19, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Amend City Code Chapter 2 Article X regarding Police Advisory and Review Committee An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 2, Article X, to ensure the continued compliance of the Police Advisory and Review Committee with recent revisions to state law.(Requested by Law Department)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-2-0
Sep 19, 2023
Authorize application and acceptance of Solar for All Program Grant R-322-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a Solar for All Program Grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency in an amount up to $25,000,000.00, with no local match required, to develop various energy efficient strategies to support greenhouse gas-reducing projects throughout the Knoxville community.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Amend Signal 88 Security agreement for Parks and Recreation facilities R-321-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amendment to the agreement with Gulf South Security of Knoxville, LLC d/b/a Signal 88 Security to provide security services for Parks and Recreation facilities for an additional one year term, to increase the monthly contract price by $1,066.17, and making other miscellaneous amendments.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Authorize agreement leasing New Hope Community Center to Emerald Youth Foundation R-320-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement leasing the New Hope Community Center to the Emerald Youth Foundation for a base term of five years with two one-year renewal options.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Sep 19, 2023
Authorize subrecipient agreement with Alcoa PD for training and canine R-319-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subrecipient agreement with the Alcoa Police Department to award an amount not to exceed $25,000.00, pursuant to a grant from the Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs under the Violent Crime Intervention Fund Collaboration, to pay for forensic firearms training and to purchase a dual-purpose trained canine that will be used to detect and deter violent crime offenses.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Authorize application and acceptance of DOJ grant for ICAC Task Force R-318-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $632,355.00, with no local match, from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, for continued funding of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Authorize agreement with Geosyntec Consultants for Loves Creek Watershed Study R-317-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. to provide professional engineering services for the Loves Creek Watershed Study for an amount not to exceed $210,858.00, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Amend Henley Roofing contract for Arson Investigation Building reroof R-316-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Henley Roofing Company for the Arson Investigation Building Reroof Project, increasing the contract amount by $5,000.00 for a new contract total of $176,318.00 and extending the completion date to September 30, 2023.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Authorize grant application and acceptance for Emergency Management R-315-2023 — 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 $150,000.00 which will reimburse the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency budget for salaries and operating expenses for fiscal year 2024.(Requested by Emergency Management) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Authorize agreement with United Way for Community Schools Initiative R-314-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with United Way of Greater Knoxville, Inc. to provide funding in an amount not to exceed $425,000.00 for a multifaceted Community Schools Initiative in 14 schools located within the corporate limits of Knoxville, which promotes community resources to achieve healthy communities.(Requested by Administration) Schools
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Approve appeal of BZA denial for variances at 2230 Laurel Ave A Resolution approving an appeal by John Holmes of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of a variances to (1) reduce of the corner side setback from 12 feet to 5 feet (2) reduce the sum of interior side setbacks from 15 feet to 10 feet, (3) reduce the minimum lot width for a four-townhouse development from 80 feet to 50 feet as required by Article 4.3; Table 4-1, for RN-5 zoned property located at 2230 Laurel Ave, 1st Council District, Parcel ID: 108CA001. (BZA File No. 8-I-23-VA)(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Adopted 6-3-0-0
Split
Sep 19, 2023
Change zoning for 0 Sanders Ln from RN-2 to RN-4 O-144-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Sanders Lane from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Don Horton, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-1) (File No. 8-D-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Change zoning for 602 Citico St from I-MU to C-G-1 O-143-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 602 Citico Street from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Steve Jenkins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 8-C-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Close unnamed street and authorize quitclaim deeds O-142-2023 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed street from Houstonia Drive to its western terminus, located along the northern border of parcel 058 JA 00101 and the southern border of parcel 058 GF 033, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Mark Edward Bass, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 8-A-23-SC) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Appropriate $1,500 for Legacy Parks Foundation's Legacy Luncheon O-141-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from Parks and Recreation Department funds and donating same toward the sponsorship of Legacy Parks Foundation's 2023 Legacy Luncheon for the Parks.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Confirm reappointment of Linda Gay Blanc to City Pension Board R-313-2023 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Linda Gay Blanc to the City Pension Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Confirm appointment of Rick Whitted Jr. to Transportation Authority Board R-312-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Rick Whitted, Jr. to the Knoxville Transportation Authority Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Confirm reappointment of Kaylin Chesney to Better Building Board R-311-2023 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Kaylin Chesney to the Better Building Board of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Confirm reappointment of Daniel Odle to Board of Zoning Appeals R-310-2023 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Daniel Odle to serve as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Approve minutes of previous regular meeting Approval of Minutes of the September 5, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Change zoning of 0 Sanders Lane from RN-2 to RN-4 12-f — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Sanders Lane from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Don Horton, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-1) (File No. 8-D-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Change zoning of 602 Citico Street from I-MU to C-G-1 12-e — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 602 Citico Street from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Steve Jenkins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 8-C-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Change zoning of 0 and 237 Chickamauga Ave from RN-2 to RN-3 12-d — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 and 237 Chickamauga Avenue from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Damon Falconnier, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-2) (File No. 6-E-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Failed 8-1-0-0
Split Failed
Sep 5, 2023
Close unnamed street and quitclaim deeds to adjacent owners 12-c — An Ordinance to close an unnamed street from Houstonia Drive to its western terminus, located along the northern border of parcel 058 JA 00101 and the southern border of parcel 058 GF 033, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Mark Edward Bass, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 8-A-23-SC) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Amend zoning code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) 12-b — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B - Zoning Code, Article 10.3.B Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), removing or amending standards for ADU’s as outlined in Exhibit A, including modification of dimensional standards, R. Bentley Marlow, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-1) (File No. 8-C-23-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Sep 5, 2023
Appropriate funds for Legacy Parks Foundation luncheon sponsorship An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from Parks and Recreation Department funds and donating same toward the sponsorship of Legacy Parks Foundation's 2023 Legacy Luncheon for the Parks.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Contract with Off Duty Management for police officer scheduling R-309-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to contract with Off Duty Management to provide scheduling of police officers for off-duty employment at no cost to the City.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Amend agreement for tennis court maintenance services R-308-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to the agreement between the City of Knoxville and Sport Surface Pros, LLC for additional Tennis Court maintenance services at Inskip Park and Tyson Park/Kyle C. Testerman Tennis Courts to increase the contract price by $31,105.00 for a new contract total price of $240,105.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize agreement with East Tennessee Foundation for Affordable Housing Fund R-307-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the East Tennessee Foundation for the administration, operation, and management of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, in an amount not to exceed $200,000.00(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for homeless outreach R-306-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Volunteer Ministry Center, Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 in Homeless General Funds for enhanced street outreach services through the continued operation of a mobile shower trailer to service individuals experiencing homelessness in Knoxville.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize agreement for South Waterfront Bridge design services R-304-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide preliminary engineering design services for the South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Project for an amount not to exceed $475,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Sep 5, 2023
Accept $20M from State for South Waterfront Bridge R-303-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept $20,000,000.00 from the State of Tennessee for the South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize grant application and acceptance for Edgewood Park stream restoration R-302-2023 — 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 Environment and Conservation in an amount of $748,517.82 with a City match of $39,395.68, for stream restoration efforts in Edgewood Park.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize agreements with CSX for traffic management system R-301-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute four Facility Encroachment Agreements with CSX Transportation, Inc. as part of the Middlebrook Pike Advanced Traffic Management System Project for a total cost of $29,400.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize agreement for Holston River Park streambank stabilization R-300-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC to provide professional engineering design services for the Holston River Park Streambank Stabilization Project for an amount not to exceed $397,184.00, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize easement agreement with Tennessee Theatre Foundation R-299-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Easement Agreement with the Historic Tennessee Theatre Foundation to allow existing and proposed features of the building located at 612 S Gay Street to encroach into the public rights-of-way of S Gay Street and Journal Place.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize agreement for downtown parking plan analysis R-298-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Walker Consultants to provide an analysis and recommendations for a strategic downtown Knoxville parking plan, in an amount not to exceed $87,225.00.(Requested by Administration) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Appropriate funds for youth entrepreneurship training O-140-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $6,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Creative Community Cultural Arts to support entrepreneurship training and workshops for youth.(Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Confirm appointment to Board of Public Building Authority R-297-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Brian Gard and John Wright to the Board of the Public Building Authority.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Confirm reappointment to Wrecker Services Commission R-296-2023 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Christopher Sherman, Jeff Stiles, Keira Wyatt, Nicholas Bradshaw, and Officer Steve Taylor to the Wrecker Services Commission.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023 Grant pension to Tammi M. Tarver R-292-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,710.40 per month to Tammi M. Tarver, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 5, 2023 Grant pension to James A. Cox R-293-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,051.08 per month to James A. Cox, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 5, 2023 Grant pension to Alinda L. Cox R-294-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,361.98 per month to Alinda L. Cox, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 5, 2023 Grant pension to survivor of James R. King R-295-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,644.45 per month to Lorra M. King, survivor of James R. King, a former employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 5, 2023
Approve minutes of previous regular meeting approve the minutes of the August 22, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Turn Up Knox for violence interruption programs R-279-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Turn Up Knox to provide violence interruption street outreach programs in the City of Knoxville, in an amount not to exceed $450,000.00.(Requested by Community Safety and Empowerment) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Aug 22, 2023
Thank Bird Global, Inc. for $100,000 donation for mobility infrastructure R-278-2023 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Bird Global, Inc. for the donation of $100,000.00 to be used toward the development of bicycle, pedestrian, and shared personal mobility vehicle infrastructure, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Administration) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute Interlocal Agreement for Knoxville-Knox County Office of Housing Stability R-277-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Interlocal Agreement with Knox County to establish the Knoxville-Knox County Office of Housing Stability.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Authorize Mayor to consent to assignment of lease for Gateway Retail Building R-276-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to consent to the assignment of Three Amigos Real Estate, LLC's rights, title and interest in the Ground Lease of the Gateway Retail Building located at 920 Volunteer Landing, CLT # 095JB011, to Nunc ProTunc GP subject to final approval by the Tennessee Valley Authority.(Requested by Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Request Knox County Delegation advocate for expanded mental healthcare services in Knoxville R-275-2023 — A Resolution respectfully requesting the members of the Knox County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly advocate for expanded mental health care services in Knoxville.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmembers Singh, Thomas, Rider, McKenzie, Smith, and Fugate) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Aug 22, 2023
Change 6704 Watermour Way zoning from I-MU to O, Ryan Dolan applicant O-138-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 6704 Watermour Way from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District to O (Office) District, Ryan Dolan, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-W-23-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Change 4425 Lonas Drive zoning from RN-1 to RN-2, Northshore Construction, Inc. applicant O-137-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 4425 Lonas Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Northshore Construction, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-V-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Change 1547 Clinch Avenue zoning from RN-5 to C-N, Benjamin Mullins applicant O-136-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1547 Clinch Avenue from RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Benjamin Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-M-23-RZ) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Change 0 Rowan Road zoning from RN-1 to RN-2, Patrick Smith and Amber VanBuren applicants O-135-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 0 Rowan Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Patrick Smith and Amber VanBuren, Applicants. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-L-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Change 1927 Highland Avenue zoning from O to RN-6, Mohammad Reza Basiri applicant O-134-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 1927 Highland Avenue from O (Office) District to RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Mohammad Reza Basiri, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-K-23-RZ) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Change 9950 Kingston Pike zoning from OP to C-G-1, Christopher W. Martin applicant O-133-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 9950 Kingston Pike from OP (Office Park) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Christopher W. Martin, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-J-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Change 1216 Callaway Street zoning from RN-2 to RN-4, R. Bentley Marlow applicant O-132-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 1216 Callaway Street from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, R. Bentley Marlow, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-2) (File No. 7-H-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Change 2620 Belvedere Avenue zoning from RN-1 to AG, Bernadette West applicant O-131-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2620 Belvedere Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to AG (General Agricultural) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Bernadette West, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-C-23-RZ) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Amend Zoning Code removing planned district designation from 7700 & 7720 Gleason Drive O-130-2023 — An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as "The City of Knoxville Zoning Code," to remove a previously approved planned district designation (C) from property located at 7700 and 7720 Gleason Drive, Jim Odle, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-C-23-SU) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Change 1800 & 1900 Vermont Ave zoning from RN-4 to RN-6, Matt Brazille applicant O-129-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1800 and 1900 Vermont Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Matt Brazille, Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-O-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Approve one-year plan amendment for 1800 & 1900 Vermont Avenue to MDR/Office O-128-2023 — An Ordinance approving the request of Matt Brazille, Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc. for a One Year Plan amendment from Medium Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 1800 and 1900 Vermont Avenue, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-B-23-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Approve sector plan amendment for 1800 & 1900 Vermont Avenue to MDR/Office O-127-2023 — An Ordinance approving the request of Matt Brazille, Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc. for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 1800 and 1900 Vermont Avenue, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-C-23-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Change 4629 Papermill Drive zoning from C-G-2 to C-G-1, Regency Associates GP applicant O-126-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 4629 Papermill Drive from C-G-2 (General Commercial) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Regency Associates GP, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-S-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Approve one-year plan amendment for 4629 Papermill Drive from MDR to General Commercial O-125-2023 — An Ordinance approving the request of Regency Associates GP for a One Year Plan amendment from Medium Density Residential to General Commercial for property located at 4629 Papermill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-D-23-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Approve sector plan amendment for 4629 Papermill Drive from MDR to General Commercial O-124-2023 — An Ordinance approving the request of Regency Associates GP for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to General Commercial for property located at 4629 Papermill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-E-23-SP) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Change 4813 Lonas Drive zoning from RN-1 to RN-3, Regency Associates GP applicant O-123-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4813 Lonas Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Regency Associates GP, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 7-P-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Approve one-year plan amendment for 4813 Lonas Drive from low to medium density residential O-122-2023 — An Ordinance approving the request of Regency Associates GP for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 4813 Lonas Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 7-C-23-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Approve sector plan amendment for 4813 Lonas Drive from low to medium density residential O-121-2023 — An Ordinance approving the request of Regency Associates GP for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 4813 Lonas Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 7-D-23-SP) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Appropriate $1,850 from Parks & Rec for Ijams Nature Center fundraiser sponsorship O-120-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $1,850.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grants and Benevolence fund and donating same toward the sponsorship of Ijams Nature Center's annual fundraiser "Twilight at Ijams".(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Appropriate $2,000 from Parks & Rec to Boys & Girls Clubs for Hall of Fame Dinner O-119-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,000.00 from Parks and Recreation Department funds and donating same to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to be utilized toward the Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Appropriate $2,850 from Community Empowerment to Ashes 2 Glory for student supplies O-118-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,850.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Ashes 2 Glory to provide raincoats, bags, and school supplies for students.(Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Support appointments and reappointments to the Mayor's Maker Council R-274-2023 — A Resolution expressing support for the Mayor's appointments of Amelia Galvas, Shannon Herron, Jaleria Rivera and Jondale Stratton and the reappointments of Jonathan Clark, Tuyen Ho, Hannah Houser, Alex Jaynes and Victoria Walsh to the Mayor's Maker Council.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Confirm Hallie Hearnes' reappointment to the Historic Zoning Commission R-273-2023 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Hallie Hearnes to the Historic Zoning Commission.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Confirm reappointments of Hundley and Smelcer to Affordable Housing Fund Committee R-272-2023 — A Resolution confirming the Mayor's reappointments of Joshalyn Hundley and Houston Smelcer to the Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund Advisory Committee.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023 Grant Tony L. Faulkner a monthly pension of $1,133.15 R-266-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,133.15 per month to Tony L. Faulkner, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous Consent
Aug 22, 2023 Grant Kenneth E. Perry a monthly pension of $3,833.52 R-267-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,833.52 per month to Kenneth E. Perry, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous Consent
Aug 22, 2023 Grant Howard E. Williams a monthly pension of $1,794.75 R-268-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,794.75 per month to Howard E. Williams, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous Consent
Aug 22, 2023 Grant Earl W. Kesterson a monthly pension of $1,192.36 R-269-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,192.36 per month to Earl W. Kesterson, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous Consent
Aug 22, 2023 Grant Michael S. Kelley a monthly pension of $651.67 R-270-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $651.67 per month (defined benefit only) to Michael S. Kelley, a former employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous Consent
Aug 22, 2023 Grant Richard D. Smith a monthly pension of $1,785.88 R-271-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,785.88 per month to Richard D. Smith, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous Consent
Aug 22, 2023
Approve minutes from the August 8, 2023 regular meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the August 8, 2023 Regular Meeting of the City Council
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 8, 2023
Change zoning from I-MU to O for 6704 Watermour Way. An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 6704 Watermour Way from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District to O (Office) District, Ryan Dolan, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-W-23-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 8, 2023
Change zoning from RN-1 to RN-2 for 4425 Lonas Drive. An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 4425 Lonas Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Northshore Construction, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 7-V-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous

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