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Andrew Roberto’s votes in 2023

100 recorded votes: 100 aye

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May 30, 2023
Ordinance fixing annual appropriations for City of Knoxville departments and funds O-69-2023 — An Ordinance making and fixing the annual appropriations for the several departments, agencies, and funds of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 22/23 into FY 23/24.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 30, 2023
Confirmation of mayoral nominations to Planning Commission R-159-2023 — A Resolution confirming the Mayor’s nomination to reappoint Amy Midis and Tim Hill and to appoint Miles Biggs, all contingent on state approval, to the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission, formerly known as the Metropolitan Planning Commission.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 30, 2023 Resolution approving liquor store license for Dolo Maa Corp. R-153-2023 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Dolo Maa Corp. relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (ABC) for a license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Finance Department) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
May 30, 2023 Resolution approving liquor store license for Squire's Square LLC R-154-2023 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Squire's Square LLC relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (ABC) for a license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Finance Department) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
May 30, 2023 Resolution granting monthly pension to Jeanette M. Kelleher R-155-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,077.53 per month to Jeanette M. Kelleher, 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
May 30, 2023 Resolution granting monthly pension to Philip W. Hatcher R-156-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,099.52 per month to Philip W. Hatcher, 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
May 30, 2023 Resolution granting monthly pension to Sherry S. Dills, survivor of Jerry A. Dills R-157-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $697.85 per month to Sherry S. Dills, survivor of Jerry A. Dills, 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 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
May 30, 2023 Resolution granting monthly pension to Charles E. Thomas R-158-2023 — A Resolution granting a Pension of $1,490.49 per month to Charles E. Thomas, 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
May 30, 2023
Approval of minutes from the May 16, 2023 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the May 16, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Change zoning: I-G to I-MU at 513 Cooper Street 4-D-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 513 Cooper Street from I-G (General Industrial) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Jeffrey Nash, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-D-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Change zoning: AG to RN-3 at 0 Central Avenue Pike 4-J-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Central Avenue Pike from AG (General Agricultural) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Robert Gregory, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-J-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Change zoning: RN-1 to I-G at 0 Old State Rd/299 Nash Rd 4-A-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 Old State Road and a portion of property located at 299 Nash Road, as shown on Exhibit A, from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Chris Burkhart, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 4-A-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend One Year Plan: LR to LI at 0 Old State Rd/299 Nash Rd 4-A-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Chris Burkhart for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Light Industrial for property located at 0 Old State Road and a portion of property located at 299 Nash Road, as shown on Exhibit A, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No.4-A-23-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend East City Sector Plan: LR to LI at 0 Old State Rd/299 Nash Rd 4-A-23-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Chris Burkhart for an amendment to the East City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Light Industrial for property located at 0 Old State Road and a portion of property located at 299 Nash Road, as shown on Exhibit A, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 4-A-23-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Change zoning: OP to RN-6 at 355 South Gallaher View Road 4-B-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 355 South Gallaher View Road from OP (Office Park) District to RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Urban Engineering, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-B-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend One Year Plan: MDR to MDR/O at 355 S Gallaher View Rd 4-B-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Urban Engineering, Inc. for a One Year Plan amendment from Medium Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 355 South Gallaher View Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-B-23-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend SW County Sector Plan: MDR to MDR/O at 355 S Gallaher View Rd 4-B-23-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Urban Engineering, Inc. for an amendment to the Southwest County Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 355 South Gallaher View Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-B-23-SP) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Change zoning: RN-1 to C-G-1 at 0 Dresser Road 4-I-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for a portion of property located at 0 Dresser Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Taylor D. Forrester, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 4-I-23-RZ) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend One Year Plan: LR to Mixed Use-SD at 0 Dresser Road 4-D-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Mixed Use Special District, Alcoa Highway Small Area Plan for a portion of property located at 0 Dresser Road. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 4-D-23-PA) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend S County Sector Plan: LR to Mixed Use-SD at 0 Dresser Road 4-E-23-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for an amendment to the South County Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Mixed Use Special District, Alcoa Highway Small Area Plan for a portion of property located at 0 Dresser Road. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 4-E-23-SP) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Change zoning: CN/AG to RN-6 at 2400 Merchant Drive 4-K-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for a portion of property located at 2400 Merchant Drive from C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) and AG (General Agricultural) Districts to RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Merchant Holdings, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 4-K-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend One Year Plan: LR to MDR/O at 2400 Merchant Drive 4-E-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Merchant Holdings, LLC for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for a portion of property located at 2400 Merchant Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 4-E-23-PA) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend NW City Sector Plan: LR to MDR/O at 2400 Merchant Drive 4-F-23-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Merchant Holdings, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for a portion of property located at 2400 Merchant Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 4-F-23-SP) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Change zoning on Pelham/McCalla Rds and Nash Rd to C-H-2 4-N-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 McCalla Avenue, 0, 288, 308 and 330 Pelham Road, and portions of property located at 0, 305, 309, 317 and 325 Pelham Road from C-G-2 (General Commercial) District to C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District; and to change the base zoning for property located at 0 Nash Road, and portions of property located at 0 Pelham Road (3 parcels) from I-G (General Industrial) District to C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Benjamin C. Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-N-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend One Year Plan: Light Industrial to Mixed Use-SD at 0 Nash/Pelham Rd 4-F-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for a One Year Plan amendment from Light Industrial to Mixed Use - Special District, Magnolia Avenue for property located at 0 Nash Road, and for portions of three properties located at 0 Pelham Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-F-23-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend East City Sector Plan: Light Industrial to Mixed Use-SD at 0 Nash/Pelham Rd 4-G-23-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for an amendment to the East City Sector Plan from Light Industrial to Mixed Use - Special District, Magnolia Avenue for property located at 0 Nash Road, and for portions of three properties located at 0 Pelham Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-G-23-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Change zoning: O to I-MU at 1301 East Weisgarber Road 4-Q-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road from O (Office) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Winterpast Development, LLC - Dennis Norvet, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-Q-23-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend One Year Plan: Office to Light Industrial at 1301 E Weisgarber Rd 4-H-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Winterpast Development, LLC - Dennis Norvet for a One Year Plan amendment from Office to Light Industrial for property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-H-23-PA) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend NW County Sector Plan: Office to Light Industrial at 1301 E Weisgarber Rd 4-J-23-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Winterpast Development, LLC - Dennis Norvet for an amendment to the Northwest County Sector Plan from Office to Light Industrial for property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-J-23-SP) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Close unnamed alley between St. Mary St and Huron St 4-A-23-AC — An Ordinance to close of a portion of an unnamed alley between Saint Mary Street and Huron Street, subject to one condition, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-A-23-AC) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Amend City Code Ch 2 regarding classification and compensation plans An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Sections 2-450, 2-458, and 2-459 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the classification and compensation plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 16, 2023
Approve contract with Crosslin, PLCC for FY2023 City audit R-152-2023 — A Resolution approving a contract between the City of Knoxville and Crosslin, PLCC to audit the accounts of the City of Knoxville for Fiscal Year ending 2023 for a base year contract price of $159,500.00 with the option to renew for four additional one-year terms.(Requested by Evaluation & Selection Committee) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Apply for $500K USDOT grant for EV charging infrastructure R-151-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Discretionary Grant from the United States Department of Transportation in the amount of $500,000.00, with a 20% local match required, to strategically deploy publicly accessible electric vehicle charging and alternative fueling infrastructure in the Knoxville community.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Authorize KPD participation in National Public Safety Partnership R-150-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Knoxville Police Department to participate in the National Public Safety Partnership established by the U. S. Department of Justice.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Apply for $500K Coverdell Grant for Police Forensic Unit R-149-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a 2023 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grant award of $500,000.00 from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance, with no required local match, for funding of the Police Department’s Forensic Unit to pay for salaries, computers, forensic equipment, training, and supplies.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Contract for $44,800 golf course study with JJ Keegan+ R-148-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Golf Convergence, Inc., D/B/A JJ Keegan+ to conduct a study of the City's three public golf courses for an amount not to exceed $44,800.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Lease Charter Doyle Park facility to Keep Knoxville Beautiful R-147-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Keep Knoxville Beautiful, Inc. to lease the Charter Doyle Park facility located at 5100 Martin Mill Pike for an amount not to exceed $400.00 monthly.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Apply for $1.125M TDOT grant for bus stop rehab/renovation R-146-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $1,125,000.00 to provide funding to the City of Knoxville on behalf of Knoxville Area Transit for Multimodal Access Grant (MMAG) funds for fiscal year 2024, with a City match of up to $125,000.00 to rehabilitate and renovate bus stops along state routes, 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) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Award $50,000 in Historic Preservation Grants R-145-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award a total amount not to exceed $50,000.00 in Historic Preservation Grant awards to support property improvements to eligible historic properties within the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Annex property at 2920 Dresser Road and approve Plan of Service R-144-2023 — A Resolution proposing to annex one parcel of land situated in the 9th Civil District of Knox County, Tennessee, to be within Ward 25, City Block 25916 of the City of Knoxville Tennessee, abutting the eastern right-of-way of Dresser Road, being approximately 5.29 acres, known as all of Tax Map 122, Insert O, Group J, Parcel 002.01, this day known as 2920 Dresser Road and to approve a Plan of Service for said area.(Requested by Economic Development) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Annex property at 7624 Sabre Drive and approve Plan of Service R-143-2023 — A Resolution proposing to annex one parcel of land situated in the 6th Civil District of Knox County, Tennessee, to be within Ward 47, City Block 47665 of the City of Knoxville Tennessee, abutting the eastern right-of-way of Sabre Drive, being approximately 0.64 acres, known as all of Tax Map 120, Insert N, Group D, Parcel 031.00, this day known as 7624 Sabre Drive, and to approve a Plan of Service for said area.(Requested by Economic Development) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Award $198,621.50 in Summer Opportunity Youth Program grants R-142-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award a total amount not to exceed $198,621.50 in Summer Opportunity Youth Program grants to provide support and programming for youth and young adults to 13 community-based organizations in the City.(Requested by Office of Community Safety) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Apply for $2M DOJ grant for violence intervention/prevention R-141-2023 — 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 from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, with no required local match, to support community-based violence intervention and prevention initiatives.(Requested by Office of Community Safety) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Request state legislators to address firearm violence and order of protection laws R-140-2023 — A Resolution respectfully requesting state legislators representing the City of Knoxville work toward the adoption of legislation recognizing violence involving firearms as a particular threat for young people in Tennessee and enacting a stronger order of protection law.(Requested by Mayor/Mayor's Youth Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-0-2-1
May 16, 2023
Recognize centennial anniversary of Ironworkers Local 384 R-139-2023 — A Resolution recognizing the centennial anniversary of Ironworkers Local 384 and celebrating the work and community involvement of members of Local 384 in Knoxville and our region.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmembers Smith, Singh, Rider, Thomas, McKenzie, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023 Amend South City Sector Plan: Low Density Residential to Civic/Institutional at 835 Tipton Ave 12-i — An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Civic and Institutional for property located at 835 Tipton Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 11-3) (File No. 4-D-23- SP) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Motion to withdraw:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
May 16, 2023 Amend One Year Plan: Low Density Residential to Civic/Institutional at 835 Tipton Ave 12-j — An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Civic and Institutional for property located at 835 Tipton Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 11-3) (File No. 4-C-23-PA) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Motion to withdraw:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
May 16, 2023 Change zoning: RN-5 to INST at 835 Tipton Avenue 12-k — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 835 Tipton Avenue from RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to INST (Institutional) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Benjamin C. Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-2) (File No. 4-H-23-RZ) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Motion to withdraw:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
May 16, 2023
Approve minutes of previous meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of City Council of May 2, 2023
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Levy tax for General Fund and Debt Service for FY 2023-2024 An Ordinance to levy a tax on all taxable properties, real, personal and mixed, within the corporate limits of the City of Knoxville to provide sufficient revenues to fund the General Fund and Debt Service Fund operations and Debt Service obligations of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024.(Requested by Finance Department)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Appropriations ordinance for fiscal year 2023-2024 An Ordinance making and fixing the annual appropriations for the several departments, agencies, and funds of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 22/23 into FY 23/24.(Requested by Finance Department)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning at 5600 Western Avenue from RN-1 to INST j. — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 5600 Western Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to INST (Institutional) District, River’s Edge Christian Academy, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-N-23-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning at 0 North Middlebrook Pike from AG to I-G h. — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 North Middlebrook Pike from AG (General Agricultural) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, Christos Christopoulos, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-G-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning at 0 Dowell Springs Boulevard from OP to RN-5 g. — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of a portion of property located at 0 Dowell Springs Boulevard from OP (Office Park) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Dowell Springs Company, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 3-B-23-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning at 4628 Washington Pike from RN-1 to RN-4 f. — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 4628 Washington Pike from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Victor Jernigan, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-E-23-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Adopt the 2023 One Year Plan by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission d. — An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2023 as prepared by the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 3-A-23-OYP) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Close portion of Anderson Drive between Henry Chiles Street and its western terminus c. — An Ordinance to close a portion of Anderson Drive between Henry Chiles Street and the western terminus of Anderson Drive, subject to 2 conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Central Baptist Church of Bearden, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-B-23-SC) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Close Henry Chiles Street between Deane Hill Drive and Anderson Drive b. — An Ordinance to close Henry Chiles Street between Deane Hill Drive and Anderson Drive, subject to 2 conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Central Baptist Church of Bearden, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-A-23-SC) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Amend Capital and Operating Budgets for FY 22/23, transfer surplus funds a. — An Ordinance to amend the Capital Budget and the Operating Budget, both as approved by Ordinance No. O-56-2022 for Fiscal Year 22/23 and to transfer surplus, excess, or unencumbered funds between various units and funds as reflected in the various funds and budgets of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for trail maintenance R-110-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for the professional natural surface trail maintenance services at select parks within the City to ensure proper, routine maintenance of the City's natural surface trails for an amount not to exceed $100,000.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to join Tennessee State-Subdivision Opioid Abatement Agreement amendment R-109-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the City of Knoxville, to execute all documents necessary to join the State of Tennessee and other local governments in amending the Tennessee State-Subdivision Opioid Abatement Agreement and approving the related settlement agreements.(Requested by Law Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to apply for FTA grant for bus and bus facilities for Knoxville Area Transit R-108-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration in the amount of $3,600,000.00 on behalf of Knoxville Area Transit for Bus and Bus Facilities Grant Assistance (Section 5339(b)) for fiscal year 2023, with a City match of up to $900,000.00 to purchase and install electric bus charging equipment at Knoxville Station for a total project amount of $4,500,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to apply for FTA grant for electric bus charging equipment at Knoxville Station R-107-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration in the amount of $3,600,000.00 on behalf of Knoxville Area Transit for Low or No Emission Grant Assistance (Section 5339(c)) for fiscal year 2023, with a City match of up to $900,000.00 to purchase and install electric bus charging equipment at Knoxville Station for a total project amount of $4,500,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Accela, Inc. for cloud-based work order management system R-106-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a three-year agreement with Accela, Inc. to upgrade the current work order management system and convert it to a cloud-based, remotely-hosted software management system in an amount not to exceed $1,339,915.06.(Requested by Information Technology) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to amend agreement with CAC for Lead-Safe & Healthy Homes projects R-105-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to Agreement No. C-22-0479 with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee providing gap funding for Knoxville Lead-Safe & Healthy Homes projects to expand the eligibility requirements of the agreement to include owner-occupied units and to correspondingly provide additional funds in an amount not to exceed $19,167.00, for a new contract amount not to exceed $43,667.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to accept donation of firefighter boots and facepieces from First Responder Institute R-104-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept and express appreciation to the First Responder Institute for donating used firefighter boots and HT Full Facepieces to the Knoxville Fire Department for an approximate value of $12,125.00.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to amend Bank of America contract to extend banking services term R-103-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0262 with Bank of America to extend the term for comprehensive banking services to provide time for the procurement and completion of a new banking services contract.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Southern Constructors for Kingston Pike project R-102-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $2,199,974.00 for the Kingston Pike Complete Connections Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Willis Towers Watson for risk consulting services R-101-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Willis Towers Watson Southeast, Inc. to provide professional brokerage and risk management consulting services for all property and casualty coverage for all City operations and Knoxville Area Transit operations for a period of five years at an annual cost not to exceed $115,000.00 for the first and second years, $120,000.00 for the third year, $125,000.00 for the fourth year, and $130,000.00 for the fifth year.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management Department) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to award West Hills Community Association $550 micro grant for pickleball tournament R-100-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the West Hills Community Association to award a micro grant in the amount of $550.00 to support the West Hills Dogwood Pickleball Tournament.(Requested by Office of Neighborhood Empowerment) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning of properties on Francis, Old Amherst, and Helmbolt Roads from AG to RN-2 O-56-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 and 1817 Francis Road, 0 Old Amherst Road, and 0 Helmbolt Road from AG (Agricultural) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Huber Properties, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-R-21-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Apr 4, 2023
Appropriate $5,000 from Community Empowerment to T3 Corp for youth program O-55-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to T3 Corp to support its Mentoring and Inspirational Speaker program that empowers youth to overcome traumatic experiences.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Confirm appointments of Ben Ream and Dennis Murphy to Better Building Board R-99-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Ben Ream and Dennis Murphy to the Better Building Board of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023 Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Casey's #4046 wine license R-96-2023 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Casey's #4046 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Apr 4, 2023 Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Casey's #4206 wine license R-97-2023 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Casey's #4206 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Apr 4, 2023 Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Casey's #4212 wine license R-98-2023 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Casey's #4212 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Apr 4, 2023
Ordinance to change zoning at 7700 Pinner Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 12-i — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 7700 Pinner Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, T. Dean LaRue, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-J-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Approve minutes of the March 22, 2023 Special Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the March 22, 2023 Special Meeting of City Council
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Approve minutes of the March 21, 2023 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the March 21, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2023
Resolution opposing SB 0526 and reaffirming local control over city elections. R-95-2023 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville requesting that SB 0526 be opposed by members of the Knox County Delegation and the Senate State and Local Government Committee and reaffirming the rights and guarantees provided to the citizens of Knoxville through their adoption of home rule under Article 11, Section 9 of the Constitution and in the rights so enshrined by vote of the people do hereby encourage the members of the State Legislature to continue to acknowledge and support local control over city elections as reserved for the people of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Vice-Mayor Roberto) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Appropriate $36,650 from Community Improvement Fund for donations to agencies O-54-2023 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $36,650.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Community Agencies and Organizations as set forth in the attachment.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmembers Smith, Singh, Rider, McKenzie, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Change zoning at Francis Road, Old Amherst Road, Helmbolt Road from AG to RN-2 10-R-21-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 and 1817 Francis Road, 0 Old Amherst Road, and 0 Helmbolt Road from AG (Agricultural) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Huber Properties, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-R-21-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 21, 2023
Appropriate $5,000 for donation to T3 Corp for youth mentoring program An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to T3 Corp to support its Mentoring and Inspirational Speaker program that empowers youth to overcome traumatic experiences.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Amend contract C-21-0296 with Messer Construction for Public Safety Complex R-94-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a third amendment to contract C-21-0296 with Messer Construction Company to increase the scope of work to include the office space construction of the Real Time Information Center at the New Public Safety Complex, increasing the contract price by $1,022,700.00 for a total contract price not to exceed $53,435,700.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Mar 21, 2023
Extend Victims of Crime Act grant for one year R-93-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to extend for one year the Victims of Crime Act grant from the State of Tennessee, Office of Criminal Justice Programs, for an additional amount of $150,546.00, with no required local match.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Apply for and accept DOJ grant for KPD Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness R-92-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award for $200,000.00, with no required local match, from the U.S. Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services to be used to support and enhance Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act programs and activities for Police Department staff.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Apply for and accept grant from TN Highway Safety Office for traffic safety enforcement R-91-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from the Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $200,000.00, with no required local match, to purchase traffic safety equipment and to provide for overtime costs to enforce impaired, distracted or aggressive driving, occupant protection and speeding, and to conduct high visibility and traffic calming operations.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Apply for and accept grant from TN Highway Safety Office for traffic safety education R-90-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award from the Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $200,000.00, with no local match, to provide enhanced community traffic safety education programs including Teen Driving, Older Driver, Bike/Pedestrian Safety, Child Passenger Safety and Traffic Safety Education.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Execute agreement with 21CP Solutions for KPD assessment and strategic planning R-89-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Phase II professional services agreement with 21CP Solutions for a department assessment and strategic planning for the Knoxville Police Department for an amount not to exceed $250,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 21, 2023
Execute agreement with Whaley Construction, LLC for Old Broadway Sidewalk Project R-88-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Whaley Construction, LLC in an amount not to exceed $2,544,793.35 for the Old Broadway Sidewalk Improvements Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Execute agreement with Gresham Smith for South Knoxville Bridge Greenway design R-87-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gresham Smith in an amount not to exceed $240,210.00 to provide design services for the South Knoxville Bridge Greenway.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Execute agreement with Surveying and Mapping, LLC for CIPP IV project CEI services R-86-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Surveying and Mapping, LLC in an amount not to exceed $77,274.88 to provide construction engineering and inspection (CEI) services for the CIPP IV Stormwater Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Execute agreement with Gulf Coast Underground, LLC for CIPP IV project R-85-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gulf Coast Underground, LLC in an amount not to exceed $873,988.85 for the CIPP IV Stormwater Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Accept proposals for insurance coverage for self-insured liability program R-84-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept proposals to provide excess liability insurance coverage, vehicle and equipment damage insurance coverage, and inland marine insurance coverage for mobile equipment, all as part of the City’s and K-Trans Management, Inc.’s self-insured liability program, for an estimated annual premium of $599,941.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Amend lease agreement with Tennessee Valley Agricultural and Industrial Fair, Inc. R-83-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the Lease Agreement with Tennessee Valley Agricultural and Industrial Fair, Inc. extending the term for an additional one-year period.(Requested by Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Add honorary name "Home Run Alley" to Sutherland Avenue segment R-82-2023 — A Resolution to add the honorary name "Home Run Alley" to a segment of Sutherland Avenue, from Jade Road to Renford Road.(Requested by Chairperson Smith, Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Change zoning at 308 South Gay Street from DK-H to DK-G O-53-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 308 South Gay Street from DK-H (Downtown Knoxville District, Historic Core Subdistrict) to DK-G (Downtown Knoxville District, Grid Subdistrict), Seth Schweitzer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-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
Mar 21, 2023
Amend Stormwater Management and Site Development Standards O-52-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 22.5, to update and modernize stormwater management and site development standards.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Amend Flood Damage and Prevention Code for dam-controlled rivers O-51-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 12, Flood Damage and Prevention, to better reflect the impact of dam-controlled rivers.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Confirm appointment of Mark Dukes to Civil Service Merit Board R-81-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Mark Dukes to the Civil Service Merit Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023 Approve Certificate of Compliance for Fort Sanders Liquor license R-79-2023 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to SAMEERA 3 LLC d/b/a Fort Sanders Liquor 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) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 21, 2023 Grant pension to Barry A. Austin R-80-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,248.58 per month to Barry A. Austin, 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
Mar 21, 2023
Approve minutes of the March 7, 2023 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the March 7, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Ordinance to change zoning of 308 South Gay Street d — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 308 South Gay Street from DK-H (Downtown Knoxville District, Historic Core Subdistrict) to DK-G (Downtown Knoxville District, Grid Subdistrict), Seth Schweitzer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-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
Mar 7, 2023
Ordinance to update stormwater management and site development standards b — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 22.5, to update and modernize stormwater management and site development standards.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Ordinance to amend flood damage and prevention code a — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 12, Flood Damage and Prevention, to better reflect the impact of dam-controlled rivers.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Authorize Mayor to apply for Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant R-78-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept the 2023 Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant from the Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs, in the amount of $51,000.00, with no required local match, to be used in reducing gun crimes and gang activities.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Authorize Mayor to rent storage space for KPD R-77-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any documents required by Southland Commercial Group, VII, LLC to continue the rental of space at 2422 Mineral Spring Road on a monthly basis for up to six months, to be used for storage for the Knoxville Police Department's Management Service Bureau in housing KPD property, for an amount not to exceed $3,540.00 per month.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
License agreement for East Tennessee Children's Hospital public right-of-way use R-75-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a License Agreement with East Tennessee Children's Hospital Association, Inc. to utilize a portion of S. Twenty First Street public right-of-way for a pedestrian and bicycle corridor, motor vehicle cul-de-sac, and plaza project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-1-0
Mar 7, 2023
Execute agreement with Progression Electric for street lighting maintenance R-74-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Progression Electric, LLC for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000.00 for the Citywide Street Lighting and High Mast Maintenance Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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