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Andrew Roberto’s votes in 2023

100 recorded votes: 97 aye · 3 no

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Mar 7, 2023
Execute agreement with Edison Electric for street lighting maintenance R-73-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Edison Electric, LLC for an annual amount not to exceed $1,280,000.00 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
Mar 7, 2023
Enter Easement Agreement for utility room encroachment at 203 S Gay Street R-72-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Easement Agreement with Hatcher Hill Investment Group CC LLC to allow proposed utility room doors to encroach into the public right-of-way at 203 S Gay Street.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Award grants from Youth Violence Prevention Week Microgrants Program R-71-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award a total amount not to exceed $31,148.00 in grants from the 2023 Youth Violence Prevention Week Microgrants Program grants to provide support and programming for youth and young adults to 11 community-based organizations in the City.(Requested by Office of Community Safety) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Authorize Mayor to apply for AARP Community Challenge Flagship Grant R-70-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the African American Equity Restoration Taskforce, to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept an AARP Community Challenge Flagship Grant in an amount up to $50,000.00, with no local match required, to support certain initiatives of the African American Equity Restoration Taskforce.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Authorize Mayor to enter Greenspace Agreement with Lincoln Memorial University R-69-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Greenspace Agreement with Lincoln Memorial University for a portion of the former St. Mary's Hospital site that will be a public park in the future.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Authorize Mayor to transfer property for Lincoln Memorial University Tower entrance R-68-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to transfer a section of property along the west side of the Lincoln Memorial University Tower in order to establish a main entrance to the tower at the former St. Mary's Hospital site.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Authorize Mayor to transfer property in St. Mary's Redevelopment Area R-67-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to transfer three parcels of real property in the St. Mary's Redevelopment Area to Knoxville's Community Development Corporation.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Approve appeal to increase fence height at 7601 Bennington Dr. R-66-2023 — A Resolution approving an appeal by Thomas and ReNeé Pelicano of the denial to increase the permitted height of a solid fence from five feet behind the front building line forward to the corner side lot line from 42 inches to 72 inches, per Article 10.3.L.1.a, and the plan submitted to increase permitted height of fence at 7601 Bennington Dr. in the RN-1 (Single Family Residential Neighborhood) Zoning District, 2nd Council District, BZA File No. 1-D-23-VA(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Mar 7, 2023
Appropriate funds for Challenge Grant Award Program O-50-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $8,483.29 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grants and Benevolence Fund and donating same for completed projects to various qualified organizations as part of the Challenge Grant Award Program.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Appropriate funds for Knoxville Area Urban League's Sneaker Ball O-49-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,785.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Knoxville Area Urban League to support the National Achievers Society Sneaker Ball, an event celebrating graduating scholars and their accomplishments.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Appropriate funds for Knoxville Inner City Kids Outreach's Emerging Leaders program O-48-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $7,500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Knoxville Inner City Kids Outreach to support its Emerging Leaders program.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Appropriate funds for TKJ Foundation's Camp 24 O-47-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $7,500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to TKJ Foundation to support Camp 24, a youth leadership development camp held in Lonsdale in honor of Zaevion Dobson.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Ordinance to amend budgets for Fiscal Year 22/23 O-46-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 22/23.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 7, 2023
Ordinance to rezone property from AG to RN-2 12-c — 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 Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Mar 7, 2023
Approve minutes of previous meeting approve the minutes of the February 21, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Amend Operating and Capital Budgets for FY 22/23 O-XX-XXXX — An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 22/23.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Feb 21, 2023
Execute agreement with Rogers Group for 2023 Resurfacing Phase I R-57-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $5,238,777.00 for the 2023 Resurfacing Phase I Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Acquire property for Burlington Streetscapes Project R-56-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property in fee simple and for easements by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, within 18 tracts of real property for a total amount not to exceed $100,000.00 as part of the Burlington Streetscapes Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Apply for RAISE grant for South Waterfront Bridge R-55-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for and, if awarded, accept a Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant from the Federal Department of Transportation in the amount of $25,000,000.00 with a local, community match of $6,250,000.00 for construction of the South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Feb 21, 2023
Authorize PILOT negotiation with Dominion Riverside LLC R-54-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from Dominion Riverside LLC, or affiliates thereof, payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes (“PILOT”) with respect to real property located at 1624 Riverside Drive, Parcel ID of 095 JB 002, Knoxville, Tennessee, and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tenn. Code Ann. § 7-53-305.(Requested by Economic Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Award Spring Break Opportunity Youth Micro Grants R-53-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $28,205.56 in Spring Break Opportunity Youth Micro Grants Program grants to provide support programming for youth and young adults to 10 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
Feb 21, 2023
Amend license agreement for State Street Parking Garage R-52-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Public Building Authority to execute a second amendment to a license agreement with Dover Development Corporation for use of parking spaces in the State Street Parking Garage by the Hyatt Place Hotel located at 530 S. Gay Street.(Requested by Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Honor memory of Bill Pittman R-51-2023 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Bill Pittman, and to express Council's condolences to his family upon the occasion of his passing.(Requested by Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Amend Zoning Code to remove planned district designation at 428 E Scott Ave 1-A-23-SU — 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 428 East Scott Avenue, Amy Sherrill, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-A-23-SU) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Change base zoning for 0 Cross Park Drive to C-H-2 1-N-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for a portion of the property located at 0 Cross Park Drive, as noted in Exhibit A, from O (Office) District to C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District, Green River Holdings / Scott Smith, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-N-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Approve One Year Plan amendment for 0 Cross Park Drive 1-D-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Green River Holdings / Scott Smith for a One Year Plan Amendment from Office to Community Commercial for a portion of the property located at 0 Cross Park Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-D-23-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Approve Northwest County Sector Plan amendment for 0 Cross Park Drive 1-E-23-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Green River Holdings / Scott Smith for an amendment to the Northwest County Sector Plan from Office to Community Commercial for a portion of the property located at 0 Cross Park Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-E-23-SP) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Change base zoning for 2337 Money Place from C-N to RN-2 1-O-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2337 Money Place from C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, DeShonda and Antonio Mitchell, Applicants. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-O-23-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Approve One Year Plan amendment for 2337 Money Place 1-E-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of DeShonda and Antonio Mitchell for a One Year Plan amendment from Neighborhood Commercial to Traditional Neighborhood Residential for property located at 2337 Money Place. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-E-23-PA) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Approve East City Sector Plan amendment for 2337 Money Place 1-F-23-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of DeShonda and Antonio Mitchell for an amendment to the East City Sector Plan from Neighborhood Commercial to Traditional Neighborhood Residential for property located at 2337 Money Place. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-F-23-SP) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Change base zoning for 1542 New York Ave from RN-1 to I-H 1-Q-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 1542 New York Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to I-H (Heavy Industrial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, CMC Steel US, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-Q-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-1-0
Feb 7, 2023
Approve One Year Plan amendment for 1542 New York Ave 1-F-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of CMC Steel US, LLC for a One Year Plan amendment from Traditional Neighborhood Residential to Heavy Industrial for a portion of the property located at 1542 New York Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-F-23-PA) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-1-0
Feb 7, 2023
Approve Central City Sector Plan amendment for 1542 New York Ave 1-H-23-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of CMC Steel US, LLC for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Traditional Neighborhood Residential to Heavy Industrial for a portion of the property located at 1542 New York Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-H-23-SP) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-2-0
Feb 7, 2023
Change base zoning for Linden Ave properties from RN-4 to RN-5 1-J-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 3418, 3424, and 3434 Linden Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Mario Ross, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-J-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
Feb 7, 2023
Approve One Year Plan amendment for Linden Ave properties 1-C-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Mario Ross for a One Year Plan amendment from Public Parks and Refuges to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 3418, 3424, and 3434 Linden Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-C-23-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Approve East City Sector Plan amendment for Linden Ave properties 1-C-23-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Mario Ross for an amendment to the East City Sector Plan from Public Parks and Refuges to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 3418, 3424, and 3434 Linden Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-C-23-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Change base zoning for 910 Zoe Way from OP to RN-1 1-B-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 910 Zoe Way from OP (Office Park) District to RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Deidra Messinger, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-B-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Approve One Year Plan Amendment for 910 Zoe Way 1-B-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Deidra Messinger for a One Year Plan Amendment from Office to Low Density Residential for property located at 910 Zoe Way, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-B-23-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Approve amendment to Northwest City Sector Plan for 910 Zoe Way 1-B-23-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Deidra Messinger for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Office to Low Density Residential for property located at 910 Zoe Way, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-B-23-SP) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Accept TVA grant for vehicle fleet electrification consulting services R-43-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a grant from the Tennessee Valley Authority of consulting services to support electrification of the City's vehicle fleet.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Authorize agreement for maintenance services with KMF III Services LLC R-42-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with KMF III Services LLC to provide maintenance services to seven scattered sites for a total contract price not to exceed $77,985.44.(Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Authorize agreement for solid waste consulting services with MidAtlantic Solid Waste Consultants, LLC R-41-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with MidAtlantic Solid Waste Consultants, LLC in an amount not to exceed $52,200.00 to provide solid waste and recycling consulting services for downtown residents and businesses.(Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Apply for and accept FEMA grant for Fire Department health and safety equipment R-40-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide funding via the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program in the amount of $390,319.00 for health and safety equipment needs of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Terminate utility easement at 124 S. Concord Street R-39-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to join with KUB in terminating a 1929 utility easement for improvements not constructed at 124 S. Concord Street, as requested by the property owner.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Authorize agreement for Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance with Stansell Electric Company, Inc. R-38-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Stansell Electric Company, Inc. for the Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Project in an annual amount not to exceed $125,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Authorize agreement for Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance with Progression Electric, LLC R-37-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Progression Electric, LLC for the Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Project in an annual amount not to exceed $125,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Authorize agreement for Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance with Davis H. Elliot Construction R-36-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Davis H. Elliot Construction Company, Inc. for the Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Project in an annual amount not to exceed $125,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Confirm appointments to Mayor's Council on Disability Issues R-35-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Logan Black, Nancy Carter, Christopher Mathison and Paul Robertson to the Mayor's Council on Disability Issues for the remainder of the current fiscal year.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023 Grant pension to Michael J. Spahn R-28-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,752.26 per month (defined benefit only) to Michael J. Spahn, 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
Feb 7, 2023 Grant pension to Victoria V. Dalton R-29-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,878.94 per month to Victoria V. Dalton, 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
Feb 7, 2023 Grant pension to Bradley R. Anders R-30-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,529.92 per month to Bradley R. Anders, 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
Feb 7, 2023 Grant pension to Mark A. Taylor R-31-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,902.99 per month to Mark A. Taylor, 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
Feb 7, 2023 Grant pension to Michele M. Goldsberry R-32-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,104.66 per month to Michele M. Goldsberry, 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
Feb 7, 2023 Grant pension to Teddy L. Dyer R-33-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,882.29 per month to Teddy L. Dyer, 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 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 7, 2023 Grant pension to Victor B. Rodgers R-34-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,859.80 per month to Victor B. Rodgers, 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 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 7, 2023
Approve minutes of the January 24, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council approve the minutes of the January 24, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute subgrantee agreement for CDBG-CV funds for emergency shelter R-27-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $260,000.00 in CDBG-CV funds for Public Services (Emergency Shelter Services) as part of the City's response to the Covid-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Authorize Mayor to approve amendments to 2019-2020 Housing and Neighborhood Development plan R-26-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to approve substantial amendments to the 2019-2020 Annual Plan for Housing and Neighborhood Development to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and execute any associated documents and certifications.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Set In Lieu of Tax Payments for Knoxville Utilities Board systems for FY 2022 R-25-2023 — A Resolution setting the In Lieu of Tax Payments for the Electric, Gas and Fiber Systems of the Knoxville Utilities Board for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2022, and providing for the allocation and distribution of such payments to the affected taxing jurisdictions.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Approve Coulter & Justus to provide audit services for Knoxville Utilities Board R-24-2023 — A Resolution approving the selection of the accounting firm of Coulter & Justus to provide audit services to the Knoxville Utilities Board for a two-year term beginning with audits to be performed in 2023, as required by the Legislative Act creating the Knoxville Utilities Board.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Authorize Mayor to apply for Bloomberg grant for bicycle infrastructure R-23-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for, and, if awarded, accept a Bloomberg Initiative for Cycling Infrastructure grant in the amount of $1,000,000.00 with no City match to construct a bicycle connection between the Cottrell Greenway and the Sevier Avenue and Island Home Avenue intersection.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Authorize Mayor to amend Gresham Smith contract for Pleasant Ridge Road Phase II design R-22-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Gresham Smith to provide additional design services for the Pleasant Ridge Road Phase II Project, increasing the contract amount by $58,000.00 for a total amount not to exceed $608,000.00 and extending the completion date.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Authorize Mayor to acquire property for Pleasant Ridge Road Phase II Project R-21-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, in fee simple and for easements within 33 tracts of real property as part of the Pleasant Ridge Road Phase II Project for a total amount not to exceed $650,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Authorize Mayor to acquire property for Northwest Greenway Connector Phase II Project R-20-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, in fee simple and for easements within 11 tracts of real property as part of the Northwest Greenway Connector Phase II Project for a total amount not to exceed $270,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Rezone portion of 2990 Rifle Range Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 Residential O-29-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of a portion of the property located at 2990 Rifle Range Drive as shown in Exhibit B, from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Café International, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 12-K-22-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Rezone property at 2909 Brooks Avenue from RN-1 to RN-2 Residential O-28-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 2909 Brooks Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Antonio Hutchinson, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 12-G-22-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
Jan 24, 2023
Rezone property at 6310 Foote Mineral Lane from AG to RN-1 Residential O-27-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 6310 Foote Mineral Lane from AG (General Agricultural) District to RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Tyler Wolfe, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 12-F-22-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Rezone 901 Metler Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 Single-Family Residential Neighborhood O-26-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 901 Metler Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Rich Dads, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 12-B-22-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Rezone properties at 2742 Hancock Street and 302 North Avenue to Industrial Mixed-Use O-25-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 2742 Hancock Street and 302 North Avenue from I-G (General Industrial) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Jason Bales and Eddie Bales, Applicants. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 10-C-22-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Close a portion of West Blount Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds O-24-2023 — An Ordinance to close a sliver of West Blount Avenue between the southwest corner of the intersection with Saint Paul Street to the southeast corner of parcel 109 AA 005, subject to 4 conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Joseph Parks, on Behalf of Saint Paul Dev Partners, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 12-B-22-SC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Close a portion of Boggs Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent owners O-23-2023 — An Ordinance to close a portion of Boggs Avenue that runs between Atchley Street and Sam Houston Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, House to Home Renovation and Construction, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-3) (File No. 12-A-22-SC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Close Java Alley and authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent property owners O-22-2023 — An Ordinance to close Java Alley between the southeast corner of parcel 094 EG 013 and its terminus in the southeast corner of parcel 094 EG 01201, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Jon Clark, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 12-A-22-AC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Amend Zoning Code to require notice postings for zoning variances and appeals O-21-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B - Zoning Code, at Article 15, Section 15.2 (a) and Table 15-2 to require the posting of notices for variances and for appeals of the Zoning Administrator’s interpretations and decisions to be heard by the Board of Zoning Appeals, and at Article 16, Section 16.12(A)(4)(a)(i) to require the posting of notices for appeals of decisions by the Zoning Administrator or Director of Plans Review and Building Inspections to the Board of Zoning Appeals, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 12-A-22-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Appropriate $7,500 from Community Empowerment budget to YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Center for REACH O-20-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $7,500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Center to support the REACH internship program for students 14-18 years of age.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Amend City Code Chapter 5 to establish additional minimum animal care requirements O-19-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to establish additional minimum requirements for the care and keeping of animals.(Requested by Councilmembers Rider, Singh, Thomas, Parker, and McKenzie)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jan 24, 2023
Amend City Code Chapter 5 to establish additional minimum animal care requirements O-19-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to establish additional minimum requirements for the care and keeping of animals.(Requested by Councilmembers Rider, Singh, Thomas, Parker, and McKenzie)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: No Substitute motion:Failed 4-4-1-0
Split Failed
Jan 24, 2023
Amend City Code Chapter 5 to establish additional minimum animal care requirements O-19-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to establish additional minimum requirements for the care and keeping of animals.(Requested by Councilmembers Rider, Singh, Thomas, Parker, and McKenzie)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: No Failed 1-8-0-0
Split Failed
Jan 24, 2023
Amend City Code to adjust classification and compensation plans for Human Resources O-18-2023 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Section 2-449 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the classification and compensation plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Approve minutes from the January 10, 2023 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the January 10, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to change zoning of 2990 Rifle Range Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 An Ordinance to change the base zoning of a portion of the property located at 2990 Rifle Range Drive as shown in Exhibit B, from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Café International, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 12-K-22-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to change zoning of 2909 Brooks Avenue from RN-1 to RN-2 An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 2909 Brooks Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Antonio Hutchinson, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 12-G-22-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to change zoning of 6310 Foote Mineral Lane from AG to RN-1 An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 6310 Foote Mineral Lane from AG (General Agricultural) District to RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Tyler Wolfe, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 12-F-22-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to change zoning of 901 Metler Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 901 Metler Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Rich Dads, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 12-B-22-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to change zoning of 2742 Hancock St and 302 North Ave An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 2742 Hancock Street and 302 North Avenue from I-G (General Industrial) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Jason Bales and Eddie Bales, Applicants. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 10-C-22-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to close a portion of West Blount Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close a sliver of West Blount Avenue between the southwest corner of the intersection with Saint Paul Street to the southeast corner of parcel 109 AA 005, subject to 4 conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Joseph Parks, on Behalf of Saint Paul Dev Partners, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 12-B-22-SC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to close a portion of Boggs Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close a portion of Boggs Avenue that runs between Atchley Street and Sam Houston Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, House to Home Renovation and Construction, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-3) (File No. 12-A-22-SC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to close Java Alley and authorize quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close Java Alley between the southeast corner of parcel 094 EG 013 and its terminus in the southeast corner of parcel 094 EG 01201, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Jon Clark, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 12-A-22-AC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to amend Zoning Code regarding posting notices for variances and appeals An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B - Zoning Code, at Article 15, Section 15.2 (a) and Table 15-2 to require the posting of notices for variances and for appeals of the Zoning Administrator’s interpretations and decisions to be heard by the Board of Zoning Appeals, and at Article 16, Section 16.12(A)(4)(a)(i) to require the posting of notices for appeals of decisions by the Zoning Administrator or Director of Plans Review and Building Inspections to the Board of Zoning Appeals, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 12-A-22-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance appropriating $7,500 to YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Center for REACH program An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $7,500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Center to support the REACH internship program for students 14-18 years of age.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to amend city code for minimum animal care and keeping requirements An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to establish additional minimum requirements for the care and keeping of animals.(Requested by Councilmembers Rider, Singh, Thomas, Parker, and McKenzie)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to amend city code for minimum animal care and keeping requirements An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to establish additional minimum requirements for the care and keeping of animals.(Requested by Councilmember Testerman and Animal Control Board)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Motion to table:Deferred 8-1-0-0
Split Deferred
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to amend city code for minimum animal care and keeping requirements An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to establish additional minimum requirements for the care and keeping of animals.(Requested by Councilmember Testerman and Animal Control Board)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Deferred 8-1-0-0
Split Deferred
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to adjust classification and compensation plans in city code An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Section 2-449 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the classification and compensation plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department)
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing application for Appalachia HIDTA grant for officer overtime pay R-19-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept an Appalachia High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area grant in the amount of $134,500.00, with no required matching funds, from the U.S. Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration, as part of the multi-jurisdictional law enforcement agency efforts in combating narcotics crimes, to be used to fund officer overtime pay.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing amendment to contract with Axon Enterprise for body cameras R-18-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend contract C-20-0295 with Axon Enterprise, Inc., to provide sixty-six additional body cameras and related equipment for the Knoxville Police Department at an additional cost not to exceed $280,783.80.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing agreement with Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum for operational support R-17-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Agreement with Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum (KBGA), in an annual amount not to exceed $50,000.00, in order to provide operational budgetary support.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing Air Rights Easement with CORE Knoxville Cumberland, LLC R-16-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Air Rights Easement with CORE Knoxville Cumberland, LLC to allow a proposed building at the 1900 Block north of Cumberland Avenue to span the public right-of-way of the alley located between Nineteenth and Twentieth Streets.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing agreement with Design & Construction Services for 2023 Curb Cuts Project R-15-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for the 2023 Curb Cuts Project in an amount not to exceed $468,115.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for grant writing services R-14-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide grant writing services for the South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Project for an amount not to exceed $150,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing PILOT agreement with Ridgehouse Companies for 0 East Hill Avenue R-13-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from Ridgehouse Companies, or an affiliate thereof (“Developer”), payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes (“PILOT”) with respect to real property located at 0 East Hill Avenue (parcel ID 095IC00406) (“Property”), and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated Section 7-53-305.(Requested by Economic Development) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing PILOT agreement with Core Knoxville Cumberland, LLC for various properties R-12-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from Core Knoxville Cumberland, LLC, or an affiliate thereof (“Developer”), payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes (“PILOT”) with respect to real property located at the following locations: 1900 block of Cumberland Avenue (the block bound by Cumberland Avenue, White Avenue, Nineteenth Street and Twentieth Street), 2001 Cumberland Avenue, 1912 Cumberland Avenue, 2000 Cumberland Avenue, 1801 Cumberland Avenue, 1807 Cumberland Avenue, 1815 Cumberland Avenue, 1826 White Avenue, and 1800 White Avenue (Parcel IDs: 108CD040, 108CD041, 108CD042, 108CD043, 108CD044, 108CD038, 108CD039, 108CD006, 108CD007, 108CD005, 108CD004, 108CD001, 108CD045, 108CD003, 108CD002, 108CC023, 108CH005, 108CH004, 108CD016, 108CD034, 108CD032, 108CD031, 108CD014) (collectively, the “Property”), and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated Section 7-53-305.(Requested by Economic Development) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing acceptance of donations for Cradle of Country Music Park development R-11-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the acceptance of an $83,000.00 donation from the Downtown Knoxville Alliance and a $166,000.00 donation from Visit Knoxville and the State of Tennessee Department of Tourism, and expressing appreciation for the donations to support of the Cradle of Country Music Park development.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution approving annual budget for Downtown Knoxville Alliance for FY 2022-2023 R-10-2023 — A Resolution approving the annual budget of the Central Business Improvement District, more currently known as Downtown Knoxville Alliance, for Fiscal Year 2022-2023(Requested by Administration) Budget & taxes
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution requesting a collaborative effort to study and improve Form Based Zoning Districts R-9-2023 — A Resolution requesting a collaborative effort in studying and improving the Form Based Zoning Districts.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Rider, and Parker) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution recognizing community service of Jacklyn Lane and Beth Waters R-8-2023 — A Resolution recognizing the long and dedicated community service of Jacklyn Lane and Beth Waters on the occasion of their retirement from the Knoxville Community Media Board of Directors.(Requested by Councilmembers Parker and Singh) Personnel & appointments
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance approving amendment to One Year Plan for Alcoa Highway area O-17-2023 — An Ordinance approving the request of Knoxville-Knox County Planning for an amendment to the One Year Plan from General Commercial, Office, Medium Density Residential / Office, and Right-of-Way to Mixed Use – Special District, Alcoa Highway Small Area Plan for properties listed on Exhibit A, pursuant to the adoption of the Alcoa Highway Corridor Study by City Council on July 26, 2022 (City Ordinance O-98-2022). (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 11-A-22-PA) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Andrew Roberto’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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