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Brenda Palmer’s votes in 2015

100 recorded votes: 97 aye · 3 no

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Dec 17, 2015
Ordinance to increase penalty for failure to wear safety belt An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 17, Article VII, Division 1, Section 17-392 to increase the penalty for failure to wear a safety belt in a motor vehicle.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 17, 2015
Authorize Mayor to accept proposal for Stop Loss insurance R-391-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept the proposal from BlueRe for Stop Loss insurance for the City of Knoxville’s Self-Insured Medical Plan and Prescription Drug Plan.(Requested by Employee Benefits) Contracts & purchasing
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 17, 2015
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with WageWorks for FSA/HRA administration R-390-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with WageWorks, Inc. to provide administration services for the City-sponsored Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for City employees, at a projected annual cost of $105,000.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits) Contracts & purchasing
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 17, 2015
Authorize Mayor to amend agreement establishing KGIS with Knox County and KUB R-389-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Knox County and the Knoxville Utilities Board amending the 1985 original tri-party agreement which established the Knoxville Geographic Information System (KGIS).(Requested by Mayor) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 17, 2015
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement for governmental relations services R-388-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fred D. (Tony) Thompson, Jr. in the amount of $55,000.00 to provide governmental relations services for the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Law Department) Contracts & purchasing
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 17, 2015
Appropriate $500 from Community Improvement Fund for Thanksgiving Basket Project O-230-2015 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee, serving as fiscal agent for Inskip Community Association ACI, toward the Thanksgiving Basket Project at Inskip Elementary School.(Requested by Council Member Campen) Budget & taxes
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 17, 2015
Approve certificate of compliance for Vic's Package Store liquor license renewal R-392-2015 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Vic's Package Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Finance Department)
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 17, 2015
Approve an appeal by Bearden Council regarding use on review for restaurant space A Resolution approving an appeal by Bearden Council of the Metropolitan Planning Commission's decision to approve George Ewart's request for a Use on Review for up to 2,590 square feet of restaurant space in a C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) District, subject to eight conditions, property located on the south side of Sutherland Avenue, west of Lebanon Street. (MPC approved 8-4) (File No. 11-E-15-UR) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Dec 17, 2015
Approve minutes from December 8, 2015 meeting approve the minutes from the December 8, 2015 meeting of City Council
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 8, 2015
Resolution on appeal by Daniel A. Sanders regarding parking variance File No. 9-C-15-VA — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville approving an appeal by Daniel A. Sanders of the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision to approve a variance to reduce the minimum number of required parking spaces from 59 spaces to 5 spaces, per Article 5, Section 7.A.3.a.Table, property located at 937 N Broadway. (BZA approved 4-0) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Failed 3-5-0-0
Split Failed
Dec 8, 2015
Deny appeal regarding parking variance at 937 N Broadway Appeal by Daniel A. Sanders of the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision to approve a variance to reduce the minimum number of required parking spaces from 59 spaces to 5 spaces
Brenda Palmer’s vote: No Motion to deny:Failed 4-4-0-0
Split Failed
Dec 8, 2015
Resolution on appeal by Peggy Hambright, Magpies Bakery, regarding advertising device File No. 10-B-15-VA — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville approving an appeal by Peggy Hambright, Magpies Bakery, of a decision by the City of Knoxville Board of Zoning Appeals to uphold the Chief Building Official's decision that the roof structure as proposed is an advertising device (Art. 8 Sec. 2.2), property located at 846 N. Central Street. (BZA denied 5-0) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Nov 10, 2015
Amend zoning regulations regarding pet services 11-A-14-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, "Zoning Regulations", regarding pet services. (MPC approved 7-6) (File No. 11-A-14-OA)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Nov 10, 2015
Resolution to acquire right-of-way for Gay Street Streetscapes Project A Resolution authorizing the acquisition, by condemnation if necessary, of right-of-way and temporary construction easement within certain real property located at 310 W. Church Avenue as part of the Gay Street Streetscapes Project - 700 Block.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Withdrawn 8-0-0-1
Withdrawn
Oct 27, 2015
Amend Ordinance No. O-224-2014 to extend time for University of TN to satisfy conditions O-224-2014 — An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-224-2014 to close a portion of Frances Street from Melrose Avenue to Andy Holt Avenue to extend the time for the University of Tennessee to satisfy certain conditions.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Amend Ordinance No. O-16-2015 to extend time for University of TN to satisfy conditions O-16-2015 — An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-16-2015 to close a portion of Melrose Avenue from Frances Street to Melrose Place to extend the time for the University of Tennessee to satisfy certain conditions.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Establish process for City Council approval of liquor license certificates of compliance O-204-2015 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 4, Article III, Sections 96 through Section 127 to establish a process for City Council to approve certificates of compliance for retail food store liquor license applications.(Requested by Law Department) Contracts & purchasing
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve application for brownfield cleanup grant for former McClung Warehouse properties R-351-2015 — A Resolution of Council authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a brownfield cleanup grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency to provide funding in the total amount of $200,000 with an additional City match of $40,000 to carry out cleanup activities at the former McClung Warehouse properties on Jackson Avenue.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve application for brownfield cleanup grant for former sanitary laundry property R-350-2015 — A Resolution of Council authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a brownfield cleanup grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency to provide funding in the total amount of $200,000 with an additional City match of $40,000 to carry out cleanup activities at the former sanitary laundry property located at 625 N. Broadway.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve agreement with University of Tennessee for Project Safe Neighborhoods evaluation R-349-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the University of Tennessee for professional services for a Project Safe Neighborhoods Zone process and outcome evaluation for a total three-year contract amount not to exceed $67,788.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Appreciate Legacy Parks Foundation donation of 68.5 acres for Parks and Recreation R-348-2015 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Legacy Parks Foundation for the donation of 68.5 acres of property on Cherokee Trail at River Bluff to be used for Parks and Recreation purposes, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Support Knoxville Knox County Community Action Committee designation for FTA grant funds R-347-2015 — A Resolution supporting Knoxville Knox County Community Action Committee’s designation by the FTA as a direct recipient for a portion of the Urbanized Area Formula Grant Funds (5307 Funds) received by the City of Knoxville as this area’s designated recipient and authorizing the Mayor and KCAC to execute any and all documents necessary for KCAC to file a grant application for $816,252.00 of Fiscal Year 2015 5307 funds.(Requested by Mayor) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Support East TN Human Resource Agency designation for FTA grant funds R-346-2015 — A Resolution supporting East Tennessee Human Resource Agency's designation by the FTA as a direct recipient for a portion of the Urbanized Area Formula Grant Funds (5307 Funds) received by the City of Knoxville as this area's designated recipient and authorizing the Mayor and ETHRA to execute any and all documents necessary for ETHRA to file a grant application for $371,354.00 of Fiscal Year 2015 5307 funds.(Requested by Mayor) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve agreement with Ecolane USA, Inc. for automated vehicle location system R-345-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ecolane USA, Inc. to provide an automated vehicle location system for K-Trans Management, Inc. d/b/a Knoxville Area Transit paratransit and demand response vehicles for a period of five years at an upfront cost not to exceed $175,112.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Contracts & purchasing
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve sale of decommissioned arson pickup truck to Bradley County Sheriff's Office R-344-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to approve the sale of one decommissioned arson pickup truck to the Bradley County, Tennessee, Sheriff's Office for $8,000.00.(Requested by Fleet Services) Contracts & purchasing
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve agreement with Knox County for lease of two surplus pickup trucks R-343-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knox County, acting on behalf of the Knox County Sheriff's Office, for the lease of two surplus pickup trucks.(Requested by Fleet Services) Contracts & purchasing
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve agreement with NovaCopy, Inc. for copier rental and maintenance R-342-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with NovaCopy, Inc. for rental and maintenance of multifunction copiers for City departmental use, at an estimated annual cost of $153,500.00.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve agreement with Barge, Waggoner, Sumner and Cannon, Inc. for KAT Employee Parking Lot R-341-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Barge, Waggoner, Sumner and Cannon, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $34,850.00 for the Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) Employee Parking Lot Project on Magnolia Avenue.(Requested by Department of Engineering and Knoxville Area Transit) Roads & infrastructure
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve amendment to agreement with TDOT for Upper Second Creek/Old City Greenway Project R-340-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 060018 with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the Upper Second Creek/Old City Greenway Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve agreement with Adams & Sons, Inc. for 2014 Neighborhood Drainage - Phase I Project R-339-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Adams & Sons, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $1,045,533.50 for the 2014 Neighborhood Drainage - Phase I Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve easement agreement with Shulz Brau Brewing, LLC for outswinging door R-338-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an easement agreement with Shulz Brau Brewing, LLC to permit an outswinging door to encroach into the public right-of-way for the benefit of the proposed redevelopment of a beer brewing facility and pub with beer garden.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve agreement with Catholic Charities for CDBG funding for roof replacement R-337-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Catholic Charities of East Tennessee to provide $70,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for roof replacement at Samaritan Place.(Requested by Department of Community Development) Budget & taxes
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Authorize quitclaim deed to SOAR Youth Ministries, Inc. for property R-336-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to SOAR Youth Ministries, Inc. d/b/a Thrive Lonsdale for one parcel of property located at 1229 Louisiana Avenue, Parcel ID No. 081-JD-032, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $500.00.(Requested by Department of Community Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Rezone property on Emory Place/King Street from C-3 to C-2 O-203-2015 — An Ordinance to rezone property on the southeast side of Emory Place, northeast side of King Street, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-2 (Central Business) District, John C. Texada, Applicant. (MPC Approved 11-0-1) (MPC File No. 9-E-15-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Rezone property on Ogden St/W. Magnolia Ave from C-3 to C-2 O-202-2015 — An Ordinance to rezone property on the southwest side of Ogden Street, southeast side of W. Magnolia Avenue, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-2 (Central Business) District, The Courtland Group, LLC, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0) (MPC File No. 9-B-15-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Close portion of Old Callahan Drive and authorize quitclaim deeds O-201-2015 — An Ordinance to close a portion of Old Callahan Drive from the northwest corner of parcel 067 EA 012 to the southeast corner of parcel 067 EA 012, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Robert G. Campbell & Associates, Applicant. (MPC Approved 11-0-1) (File No. 9-A-15-SC) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Amend Zoning Regulations for directory signs O-200-2015 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Regulations, regarding certain regulations for directory signs. (MPC approved 11-0-1) (File No. 9-A- 15-OA)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve appointment of Charles R. Harr to Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority A Resolution approving the appointment of Charles R. Harr to the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority.(Requested by Mayor)
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Reappoint Douglas Veum to Public Assembly Facilities Advisory Board R-334-2015 — A Resolution reappointing Douglas Veum to the Public Assembly Facilities Advisory Board.(Requested by Councilmember Grieve) Personnel & appointments
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Appropriate $400 from Community Improvement Fund to Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee O-209-2015 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $400.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville- Knox County Community Action Committee, serving as fiscal agent for "Five Points Up" group, toward promoting health equity and doing positive work in the Five Points area of East Knoxville.(Requested by Council Members Campen, Brown and Stair) Budget & taxes
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Appropriate $1,750 from Community Improvement Fund to Legacy Parks Foundation O-208-2015 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,750.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Legacy Parks Foundation acting as fiscal agent on behalf of the Bearden Council to further develop the Everly Brothers Park at Kingston Pike and Forest Park Boulevard.(Requested by Council Members Grieve, Della Volpe, and Stair) Budget & taxes
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Appropriate $600 from Community Improvement Fund to Wesley Neighbors Community Association O-207-2015 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $600.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Wesley Neighbors Community Association toward certain costs associated with its neighborhood newsletter.(Requested by Vice Mayor Pavlis and Council Members Grieve, Campen, and Stair) Budget & taxes
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Appropriate $2,350 from Community Improvement Fund to Free Medical Clinic of America O-206-2015 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,350.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Free Medical Clinic of America to be utilized toward ongoing free medical services for certain uninsured individuals.(Requested by Vice Mayor Pavlis and Council Members Grieve, Della Volpe, Campen, Brown, Stair and Saunders) Budget & taxes
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Appropriate $500 from Community Improvement Fund to Golden Gloves Charities, Inc. O-205-2015 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Golden Gloves Charities, Inc.(Requested by Vice Mayor Pavlis) Budget & taxes
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Grant pension to Lynette M. Young R-356-2015 — A Resolution granting a pension of $213.29 per month to Lynette M. Young, an employee of the former Knoxville City School System.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Grant pension to Mark E. Lacey R-355-2015 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,314.54 per month to Mark E. Lacey, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Grant pension to Janice McClelland R-354-2015 — A Resolution granting a pension of $572.31 per month (defined benefit only) to Janice McClelland, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve certificate of compliance for liquor license for Middlebrook Discount Tobacco & Liquor R-353-2015 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Middlebrook Discount Tobacco & 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) Contracts & purchasing
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve certificate of compliance for liquor license for Broadway Wine & Liquor R-352-2015 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Broadway Wine & 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) Contracts & purchasing
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 27, 2015
Approve appeal of Board of Zoning Appeals decision on parking variance File No. 9-C-15-VA — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville approving an appeal by Daniel A. Sanders of the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision to approve a variance to reduce the minimum number of required parking spaces from 59 spaces to 5 spaces, per Article 5, Section 7.A.3.a.Table, property located at 937 N Broadway. (BZA approved 4-0) (File No. 9-C-15-VA) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Oct 27, 2015
Approve minutes from prior meeting APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion to: approve the minutes from the October 13, 2015 City Council Meeting
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Rezone property on Emory Pl./King St. from C-3 to C-2 An Ordinance to rezone property on the southeast side of Emory Place, northeast side of King Street, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-2 (Central Business) District, John C. Texada, Applicant. (MPC Approved 11-0-1) (MPC File No. 9-E-15-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Rezone property on Ogden St./W. Magnolia Ave. from C-3 to C-2 An Ordinance to rezone property on the southwest side of Ogden Street, southeast side of W. Magnolia Avenue, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-2 (Central Business) District, The Courtland Group, LLC, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0) (MPC File No. 9-B-15-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Close portion of Old Callahan Drive and issue quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close a portion of Old Callahan Drive from the northwest corner of parcel 067 EA 012 to the southeast corner of parcel 067 EA 012, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Robert G. Campbell & Associates, Applicant. (MPC Approved 11-0-1) (File No. 9-A-15-SC) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Amend Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Regulations for directory signs An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Regulations, regarding certain regulations for directory signs. (MPC approved 11-0-1) (File No. 9-A- 15-OA)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Amend Chapter 7.5, Article II, Section 7.5-62 of Knoxville City Code An Ordinance to amend Chapter 7.5, Article II, Section 7.5-62 of the Knoxville City Code relative to the Rules of Procedure.(Requested by Vice Mayor Pavlis)
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Execute agreement with Design & Construction Svcs. for Solid Waste Transfer Facility R-332-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $203,053.00 for the removal and replacement of Compactor #1 and rebuilding of Press Pit and Pit Paddle at the City of Knoxville Solid Waste Transfer Facility located at 1033 Elm Street.(Requested by Public Service Department) Roads & infrastructure
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Execute agreement with Design & Construction Svcs. for KPD security fence R-331-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $238,054.61 for the installation of a security fence for the perimeter of the Knoxville Police Department Public Safety Building.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Oct 13, 2015
Authorize IDB to accept payments in lieu of taxes for Brookvale Lane property R-330-2015 — A resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from AmeriTeam Services, LLC and Brookvale II, LLC payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to real and personal property to be located at 6014 and 6016 Brookvale Lane, and finding that such payments are deemed to be in the furtherance of the public purposes of the Industrial Development Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated Section 7-52-305.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Budget & taxes
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Agree with Tennessee Valley Title Insurance Co. for corridor improvements R-329-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Tennessee Valley Title Insurance Company for real estate title examination and closing services for the Blount Avenue/Sevier Avenue Corridor Improvements Project, for an amount not to exceed $75,000.00.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Amend contract with Vaughn & Melton for Sevier Avenue Improvements Project R-328-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-15-0180 with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the Sevier Avenue Improvements Project, increasing the contract price by $56,000.00 for a new contract total of $307,095.00.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Execute agreement with D. R. Phillips, LLC for stream restoration project R-327-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with D. R. Phillips, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $366,280.07 for the Cavalier Avenue and Ulster Avenue Stream Restoration Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Accept $2,500 grant from Knox County Health Dept. for Project Diabetes R-326-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a grant award of $2,500.00, to be utilized by the Employee Benefits Department, with no required match, from the Knox County Health Department to fund Project Diabetes program implementation.(Requested by Employee Benefits) Budget & taxes
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Confirm appointment of Shana K. Love to the Knoxville Solicitations Board R-325-2015 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Shana K. Love to the Knoxville Solicitations Board.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Confirm appointment of Curtis Casciano to the City Tree Board R-324-2015 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Curtis Casciano to the City Tree Board.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Appoint Pat Harmon to City Property Naming Committee R-323-2015 — A Resolution appointing Pat Harmon to serve as the First District's representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Vice Mayor Pavlis) Personnel & appointments
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Appropriate $250 from Community Improvement Fund to Kingston Pike-Sequoyah Hills Assoc. O-198-2015 — Ordinance No. O-198-2015 An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Kingston Pike-Sequoyah Hills Association to be utilized toward planting willow oak trees in the park mall area.(Requested by Council Member Della Volpe) Parks & community
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Appropriate $250 from Community Improvement Fund to Knox Heritage, Inc. O-197-2015 — Ordinance No. O-197-2015 An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knox Heritage, Inc., toward the cost of hosting the East Tennessee Preservation Conference, October 22-24.(Requested by Council Member Grieve) Parks & community
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Appropriate $800 from Community Improvement Fund to Knox County Public Library Foundation O-196-2015 — Ordinance No. O-196-2015 An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $800.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Knox County Public Library Foundation to be utilized toward the project to create a digital archive of the Knoxville News Sentinel.(Requested by Council Members Grieve, Campen, Brown, and Saunders) Parks & community
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Appropriate $650 from Community Improvement Fund to West High School baseball boosters O-195-2015 — CONSENT ITEMS (Indicated with "*") Ordinance No. O-195-2015 An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $650.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to West High School toward the baseball boosters batting cage, capital project fund.(Requested by Council Members Della Volpe, Campen, and Brown) Schools
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Add Resolution 11-i to the agenda ITEMS REQUESTED TO BE ADDED BY MOTION (Indicated with "M") Motion to: add Resolution 11-i to the agenda
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 13, 2015
Postpone Resolution R-336-2015 regarding quitclaim deed to SOAR Youth Ministries R-336-2015 — ITEMS FOR POSTPONEMENT (Indicated with "P") Resolution No. R-336-2015 A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to SOAR Youth Ministries, Inc. d/b/a Thrive Lonsdale for one parcel of property located at 1229 Louisiana Avenue, Parcel ID No. 081-JD-032, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $500.00.(Requested by Department of Community Development) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Oct 13, 2015
Approve minutes from September 30, 2015 City Council Meeting APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion to: approve the minutes from the September 30, 2015 City Council Meeting
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Authorize agreement for food/beverage services at Civic Auditorium and Chilhowee Park R-314-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ovations Food Services, LP d/b/a Spectra Food Services and Hospitality to provide food and beverage services at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum and at Chilhowee Park.(Requested by Public Assembly Facilities) Contracts & purchasing
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Authorize agreement with Merit Construction for Will Skelton Greenway Project R-313-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Merit Construction, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $407,365.00 for the Will Skelton Greenway Stabilization Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Authorize agreement with Design & Construction Services for S. Gay St. Improvements R-312-2015 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $1,475,936.91 for the 700 Block South Gay Street Improvements Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Approve appeal of MPC decision on Branch Towers telecommunications tower R-307-2015 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville approving an appeal by neighborhood property owners and residents (names on file) of the Metropolitan Planning Commission's decision to approve Branch Towers' request for a Use on Review for a 150 foot monopole telecommunications tower in an R-1 (Low Density Residential) District, subject to eight conditions, property located on the northwest side of Ridgecrest Drive, east of Hollyhock Lane. (MPC approved 8-5) (File No. 5-B-15-UR) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Motion to suspend the rules:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Approve appeal of MPC decision on Branch Towers telecommunications tower R-307-2015 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville approving an appeal by neighborhood property owners and residents (names on file) of the Metropolitan Planning Commission's decision to approve Branch Towers' request for a Use on Review for a 150 foot monopole telecommunications tower in an R-1 (Low Density Residential) District, subject to eight conditions, property located on the northwest side of Ridgecrest Drive, east of Hollyhock Lane. (MPC approved 8-5) (File No. 5-B-15-UR) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: No Adopted 7-1-0-0
Split
Sep 30, 2015
Rezone property on Francis Road from A-1 to R-1 O-175-2015 — An Ordinance to rezone property on the northwest side of Francis Road, southwest of Socony Lane, from A-1 (General Agricultural) to R-1 (Low Density Residential), William and Brenda Bidwell, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-2) (MPC File No. 8-E-15-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Rezone property on N. Broadway from C-3 to C-2 O-189-2015 — An Ordinance to rezone property on the east side of N. Broadway, northeast side of N. Central Street, southwest side of Lamar Street, from C-3 (General Commercial) to C-2 (Central Business) District, subject to one condition, 700 Broadway GP, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-2) (MPC File No. 8-B-15-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Rezone property on Commerce Avenue from C-3/D-1 to C-2/D-1 O-188-2015 — An Ordinance to rezone property on the north side of Commerce Avenue, west of S. Central Street, from C-3 (General Commercial) / D-1 (Downtown Design Overlay) to C-2 (Central Business) / D-1 (Downtown Design Overlay) District, La Corona Fine Properties, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-2) (MPC File No. 8-A-15-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Close Horizon Drive and authorize quitclaim deeds O-187-2015 — An Ordinance to close Horizon Drive from the southwest corner of lot 212 to the end of the cul-de-sac at lot 243, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, NMI Residential Investments, LLC, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-2) (File No. 8-G-15-SC) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Close Volunteer Boulevard and authorize quitclaim deeds O-186-2015 — An Ordinance to close Volunteer Boulevard between Todd Helton Drive and Cumberland Avenue, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0- 2) (File No. 8-F-15-SC) (First & Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Close Melrose Place and authorize quitclaim deeds O-185-2015 — An Ordinance to close Melrose Place from Lake Avenue to Melrose Avenue, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-2) (File No. 8-E-15- SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Close Melrose Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds O-184-2015 — An Ordinance to close Melrose Avenue from Melrose Place to Volunteer Boulevard, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-2) (File No. 8-D-15-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Close Chi Phi Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds O-183-2015 — An Ordinance to close Chi Phi Avenue from Lake Avenue to Terrace Avenue, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-2) (File No. 8-C-15- SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Close alley from Thirteenth Street and authorize quitclaim deeds O-182-2015 — An Ordinance to close a portion of an unnamed alley from Thirteenth Street to the western terminus, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-2) (File No. 8-D-15-AC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Close alley between Cumberland and White Avenues and authorize quitclaim deeds O-181-2015 — An Ordinance to close a portion of an unnamed alley from Cumberland Avenue to White Avenue, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0- 2) (File No. 8-C-15-AC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Close alley between W. Caldwell and W. Quincy Avenues and authorize quitclaim deeds O-180-2015 — An Ordinance to close a portion of an unnamed alley from W. Caldwell Avenue to W. Quincy Avenue, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Reed's Enterprises, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-2) (File No. 8-A-15-AC) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Close alley in Geyland Heights Subdivision and authorize quitclaim deeds O-179-2015 — An Ordinance to close a portion of an unnamed alley from the northwest corner of Lot 6, Block 16, Geyland Heights Subdivision, to the southeast corner of Lot 20, Block 15, Geyland Heights Subdivision, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Michael Brady, Inc./John Patteson, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-2) (File No. 8-B-15-AC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Close Cherokee Cove Road and authorize quitclaim deeds O-178-2015 — An Ordinance to close Cherokee Cove Road from Log Haven Drive to the northern terminus, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Michael Brady, Inc./John Patteson, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-2) (File No. 8-B-15-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Close Log Haven Drive and authorize quitclaim deeds O-177-2015 — An Ordinance to close Log Haven Drive from Candora Road to the eastern terminus, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Michael Brady, Inc./John Patteson, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0-2) (File No. 8-A-15-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Amend ordinance to allow certain parking on paved shoulders O-176-2015 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 17, Article VI, Division I, Section 17-287 to improve the regulation of parking by allowing certain parking upon the paved shoulder of roadways.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Amend ordinance regarding special assessment levy in Central Business Improvement District O-174-2015 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 2, Article IX, Section 2-1076 regarding the special assessment levy in the Central Business Improvement District.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Budget & taxes
Brenda Palmer’s vote: No Motion to amend:Failed 1-8-0-0
Split Failed
Sep 30, 2015
Amend ordinance regarding special assessment levy in Central Business Improvement District O-174-2015 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 2, Article IX, Section 2-1076 regarding the special assessment levy in the Central Business Improvement District.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Budget & taxes
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Reappoint Teresa "Terry" Faulkner to Public Property Naming Committee R-311-2015 — A Resolution reappointing Teresa "Terry" Faulkner to serve as the At Large Seat A representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Wallace) Personnel & appointments
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Reappoint Jim Johnson to Public Property Naming Committee R-310-2015 — A Resolution reappointing Jim Johnson to serve as the Law Department representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Law Department) Personnel & appointments
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Appoint Donna Hill to Public Property Naming Committee R-309-2015 — A Resolution appointing Donna Hill to serve as the Metropolitan Planning Commission representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Personnel & appointments
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Confirm appointment of Kenneth B. Townsend to the City Tree Board R-308-2015 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Kenneth B. Townsend to the City Tree Board.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2015
Appropriate $800 for Beck Cultural Exchange Center O-194-2015 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $800.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Beck Cultural Exchange Center, Inc. acting as fiscal agent for the Dandridge Neighborhood Watch Association.(Requested by Council Members Brown, Stair and Saunders) Parks & community
Brenda Palmer’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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