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Charles Thomas’s votes split votes

100 recorded votes: 74 aye · 22 no · 2 abstain · 2 absent

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Sep 15, 2026
Overturn Planning Commission denial for housing at 1415 W Fifth Avenue R-256-2026 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville approving an appeal by R. Bentley Marlow, thereby overturning the denial of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for a Middle Housing application for property located at 1415 W Fifth Avenue. (Planning Commission denied 13-0) (File No. 8-H-26-OB) (Council District 6) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-1-0-2
Split
Sep 1, 2026
Public forum PUBLIC FORUM
Charles Thomas’s vote: Absent * Motion to suspend the rules:Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Sep 1, 2026
Award Residential Historic Preservation Program funds to Preserves at Loves Creek R-242-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 in Residential Historic Preservation Program funds to the Preserves at Loves Creek, LLC, to support property improvements located at 1707 Loves Creek Road, within the limits of the City of Knoxville. (Council District 4) (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Sep 1, 2026
Appeal denial of South City Sector Plan amendment for 2704 Sevier Ave 11-l — An Ordinance approving the request of Connolly Development Ventures LLC for an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to Neighborhood Commercial for property located at 2704 Sevier Avenue, on appeal from a denial by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission. (Planning staff recommended denial; Planning Commission denied 10-0) (File No. 7-B-26- SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Sep 1, 2026
Change zoning of 1900 Hoitt Avenue from RN-2 to I-MU O-68-2026 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1900 Hoitt Avenue from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) district, Josh Haun, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 9-0 Consent) (File No. 7-B-26-RZ) (Council District 4) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Sep 1, 2026
Amend code to limit number of monkeys per household without kennel permit O-65-2026 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, Article II, Section 5- 27, to limit the number of monkeys per household without a kennel permit. (Requested by Operations) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Aug 18, 2026
Authorize IDB to negotiate PILOT payments for Patton/Georgia streets R-233-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from WP SOUTH ACQUISITIONS, L.L.C., or an affiliate thereof, payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes ("PILOT") with respect to certain real property located at 222 Patton Street, 0 Patton Street, 410 Georgia Street and 400 Georgia Street (Parcel ID Numbers 095HC018, 095HC021, 095HC017, and 095HC016), in the City of Knoxville, Tennessee 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 (Council District 6). (Requested by Urban Design and Development) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Aug 18, 2026
Approve and adopt North Waterfront Redevelopment Plan R-232-2026 — A Resolution approving and adopting the North Waterfront Redevelopment Plan prepared by Knoxville's Community Development Corporation. (Council Districts 1, 2, and 6) (Requested by Urban Design and Development) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Aug 18, 2026
Approve MOU with Sports Authority for golf course modernization R-231-2026 — A Resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Knoxville, Knox County, and the Knoxville/Knox County Sports Authority, authorizing the Sports Authority to explore partnership opportunities to modernize the Knoxville Municipal Golf Course site. (Council District 3) (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Aug 18, 2026
Update City Charter to reflect current election processes An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend the Charter of the City of Knoxville, specifically Chapter 412 of the Private Acts of 1923 of the General Assembly of the State of Tennessee, entitled, "An act to incorporate the City of Knoxville and Knox County, Tennessee, and define the rights, powers and liabilities of the same; to fix the boundaries of said municipality, and repeal all acts or parts of acts in conflict with this act," and all acts amendatory thereto, by amending Article VII, Sections 707(A), (B), and (C) so as to reflect the process for primary and regular elections of council members implemented in 2025 to be consistent with Public Chapter 391, Acts of 2023, including establishing by charter that only voters within a city district shall vote in a council district election, and changing the candidates placed on the regular election ballot to candidates receiving the two (2) highest number of votes in the primary rather than the two (2) candidates with the highest number of votes, and further providing for the submission of this ordinance to the qualified voters of the City of Knoxville for approval as provided in Article XI, Section 9 of the Constitution of the State of Tennessee. (Requested by Councilmember Parker)
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Failed 2-6-0-1
Split Failed
Aug 4, 2026
Amend City Charter regarding council election process and ballot An Ordinance to amend the Charter of the City of Knoxville, specifically Chapter 412 of the Private Acts of 1923 of the General Assembly of the State of Tennessee, entitled, “An act to incorporate the City of Knoxville and Knox County, Tennessee, and define the rights, powers and liabilities of the same; to fix the boundaries of said municipality, and repeal all acts or parts of acts in conflict with this act,” and all acts amendatory thereto, by amending Article VII, Sections 707(a), (b), and (c) so as to reflect the process for primary and regular elections of council members implemented in 2025 to be consistent with Public Chapter 391, Acts of 2023, including establishing by charter that only voters within a city district shall vote in a council district election, and changing the candidates placed on the regular election ballot to candidates receiving the two (2) highest number of votes in the primary rather than the two (2) candidates with the highest number of votes, and further providing for the submission of this ordinance to the qualified voters of the City of Knoxville for approval as provided in Article XI, Section 9 of the Constitution of the State of Tennessee.
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Aug 4, 2026
Amend City Charter regarding City Council election manner An Ordinance to amend the Charter of the City of Knoxville specifically Chapter 412 of the Private Acts of 1923 of the General Assembly of the State of Tennessee, entitled, “An Act to incorporate the City of Knoxville and Knox County, Tennessee, and define the rights, powers and liabilities of the same; to fix the boundaries of said municipality, and repeal all Acts or parts of Acts in conflict with this Act,” and all Acts amendatory thereto, by amending Article VII, Section 707 (B) and Section 707 (C) so as to align the manner of holding elections for members of the City Council with that of the Mayor as provided for in Section 707 (A) and further providing for the submission of this Ordinance to the qualified voters of the City of Knoxville for approval as provided in Article XI, Section 9 of the Constitution of the State of Tennessee. (Requested by Vice- Mayor Fugate and Councilmembers Honeycutt, Adams, Thomas, Helsley, and DeBardelaben)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-3-0-0
Split
Aug 4, 2026
Apply for Downtown Knoxville Alliance funding for Mounted Unit R-220-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept funding from the Downtown Knoxville Alliance, in the amount of $10,000, with no required match, to purchase equipment and provide care for the Knoxville Police Department’s Mounted Unit. (Requested by Police Department) Public safety
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Aug 4, 2026
Apply for Downtown Knoxville Alliance funding for cameras R-218-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept funding from the Downtown Knoxville Alliance, in the amount of $31,069.84, with no required match, to purchase cameras for the Downtown/Market Square area. (Requested by Police Department) Public safety
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Aug 4, 2026
Change zoning classification for Valley View Drive properties O-60-2026 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of portions of property located at 0 and 3223 Valley View Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Viorel (Vio) Rotar, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 6-B-26-RZ) (Council District 4) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jul 21, 2026
Ordinance to change zoning at 0 and 3223 Valley View Drive to RN-5 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of portions of property located at 0 and 3223 Valley View Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Viorel (Vio) Rotar, Applicant. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 6-B-26-RZ) (Council District 4) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Jul 21, 2026
Resolution to amend agreement with Highstreet IT Solutions for Oracle Cloud Software R-200-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amendment to the Agreement with Highstreet IT Solutions, LLC to provide implementation services for Oracle Cloud Software in an amount not to exceed $374,520.00 for a total contract price of $2,474,020.00 (Requested by Innovation and Technology Department) Contracts & purchasing
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Jun 9, 2026
Authorize agreement for collections services for municipal court fines. R-158-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP to provide collections services for outstanding fines and fees from adjudicated cases in the Knoxville Municipal Court. (Requested by Law Department) Contracts & purchasing
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-2-0-1
Split
Jun 9, 2026
Authorize agreement for collections services for municipal court fines. R-158-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP to provide collections services for outstanding fines and fees from adjudicated cases in the Knoxville Municipal Court. (Requested by Law Department) Contracts & purchasing
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Failed 3-5-0-1
Split Failed
May 26, 2026
Approve contract with Taylor's Lawn Service for Chilhowee Park R-143-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract between the City of Knoxville and Taylor’s Lawn Service to provide grounds maintenance at Chilhowee Park for the first 9 month term not to exceed $59,310.00 and for successive terms an annual amount not to exceed $82,020.00. (Council District 6). (Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 26, 2026
Prohibit tobacco/vapor in age restricted venues O-31-2026 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 19, Article V of the Knoxville City Code so as to prohibit the use of tobacco or vapor products in age restricted venues. (Requested by Councilmembers Helsley, Thomas, Lloyd & Adams) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-3-0-0
Split
May 26, 2026
Prohibit tobacco/vapor in age restricted venues O-31-2026 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 19, Article V of the Knoxville City Code so as to prohibit the use of tobacco or vapor products in age restricted venues. (Requested by Councilmembers Helsley, Thomas, Lloyd & Adams) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
May 26, 2026
Appropriations ordinance for FY 2026-2027 O-28-2026 — An Ordinance making and fixing the annual appropriations for the several departments, agencies, and funds of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 25/26 into FY 26/27. (Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
May 12, 2026
Prohibit tobacco/vapor products in age-restricted venues An Ordinance to amend Chapter 19, Article V of the Knoxville City Code so as to prohibit the use of tobacco or vapor products in age restricted venues. (Requested by Councilmembers Helsley, Thomas, Lloyd & Adams)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
May 12, 2026
Prohibit tobacco/vapor products in age-restricted venues An Ordinance to amend Chapter 19, Article V of the Knoxville City Code so as to prohibit the use of tobacco or vapor products in age restricted venues. (Requested by Councilmembers Helsley, Thomas, Lloyd & Adams)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
May 12, 2026
Submit 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan to HUD R-129-2026 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville authorizing the submission of the 2026-2027 (PY2026) Annual Action Plan to the Five-year Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any required documents under the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Act and Emergency Solutions Grant Programs. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 28, 2026
Fix annual appropriations for FY 2026-2027 An Ordinance making and fixing the annual appropriations for the several departments, agencies, and funds of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 25/26 into FY 26/27. (Requested by Finance Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 31, 2026
Endorse Phase One of the Alternative Response plan A Resolution endorsing implementation of Phase One of the Alternative Response Business and Service Delivery Plan and thanking the members of the Alternative Response Task Force (ARTF) and other engaged stakeholders whose contributions were integral to the development of the plan. (Requested by Councilmember Parker)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Mar 31, 2026
Endorse Phase One of the Alternative Response plan A Resolution endorsing implementation of Phase One of the Alternative Response Business and Service Delivery Plan and thanking the members of the Alternative Response Task Force (ARTF) and other engaged stakeholders whose contributions were integral to the development of the plan. (Requested by Councilmember Parker)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Failed 4-4-0-1
Split Failed Decided with 1 absent — margin 0
Mar 17, 2026
Agreement for cannon and monument installation at Fort Dickerson Gateway Park R-80-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with the Knoxville Civil War Roundtable (KCWRT) for the installation of a cannon and monument at the Fort Dickerson Gateway Park (Council District 1). (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 17, 2026
Adopt the Parks & Recreation Master Plan R-79-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to approve and adopt the City of Knoxville Parks & Recreation Master Plan, as prepared by Perez Planning + Design. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 17, 2026
Fund Helen Ross McNabb Center therapy services for high-risk individuals R-74-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Helen Ross McNabb Center, Inc. to provide individual and group therapy to individuals identified as being at high risk for involvement in community-based violence and enrolled in outreach and/or life coaching, for an annual amount not to exceed $121,000.00. (Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Public safety
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-3-0-0
Split
Mar 17, 2026
Fund C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries violence-prevention case management services R-73-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries to provide individual case management, wraparound social services and emergency relocation support to individuals at high-risk for being involved in community-based violence for an annual amount not to exceed $186,100.00. (Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Public safety
Charles Thomas’s vote: Abstain Adopted 6-2-1-0
Split
Mar 17, 2026
Award Opportunity Youth Program grants to community organizations R-72-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $213,499.71 in Opportunity Youth Program grants to 13 community-based organizations to support programming for youth and young adults in the City. (Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Contracts & purchasing
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 17, 2026
Appeal of Planning Commission approval of a special use permit at 5200 Clinton Highway 1-A-26-SU — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville approving an appeal filed by David Hamilton for the Norwood Homeowners Group, Humberto Rodriguez for H&M Clinton Hwy LLC, Morris Shaso for Clinton TN LLC, and Jason Sorrell for Knoxville Combatives LLC, thereby overturning the decision of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission to grant a special use application filed by CareCuts for a social service provider in the C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) district for property located at 5200 Clinton Highway. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-A-26-SU) (Council District 5). (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Motion to deny:Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 3, 2026
Overturn Planning Commission decision on special use application for 5200 Clinton Highway. A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville approving an appeal filed by David Hamilton for the Norwood Homeowners Group, Humberto Rodriguez for H&M Clinton Hwy LLC, Morris Shaso for Clinton TN LLC, and Jason Sorrell for Knoxville Combatives LLC, thereby overturning the decision of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission to grant a special use application filed by CareCuts for a social service provider in the C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) district for property located at 5200 Clinton Highway. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-A-26-SU) (Council District 5). (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 7-2-0-0
Split Deferred
Feb 17, 2026
Award up to $140,000 in Community Safety and Empowerment grants to 11 organizations R-47-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award a total amount not to exceed $140,000.00 in Community Safety and Empowerment grants to support programming to 11 community-based organizations in the City. (Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Public safety
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Feb 3, 2026
Appeal of BZA approval reducing townhouse lot width requirement A Resolution approving an appeal by Leland C. Hume and the West Hills Community Association, of the approval by the Board of Zoning Appeals, to decrease the minimum required lot width per townhouse dwelling unit from 20ft to 9.5ft per Article 4.3, Table 4-2, for property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Dr., RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) Zoning District, 2nd Council District. Parcel ID 106PA037. (Requested by Plans Review and Building Inspections Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Motion to deny:Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Jan 20, 2026
Amend South City Sector Plan for 1137 Simpson Street to Mixed Use District Type 2 An Ordinance approving the request of Dickerson, LLC for an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to South Waterfront Mixed Use District Type 2 for property located at 1137 Simpson Street, leaving any and all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 12-A-25-SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Jan 20, 2026
Award Empower Knox Youth Mental Health grants to community organizations A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award a total amount not to exceed $60,000.00 in Empower Knox Youth Mental Health grants to provide support and programming for youth and young adults to six community-based organizations in the City. (Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 8-1-0-0
Split Deferred
Jan 20, 2026
Amend Axon Enterprise agreement to expand Police Department Axon systems R-13-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Second Amendment to C-24-0416, an agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc., to provide additional goods and services to the Knoxville Police Department in support of the City's existing Axon Systems at an additional cost not to exceed $9,407,699.82 (Requested by Police Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jan 20, 2026
Amend Highstreet IT Solutions contract for Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP data transfer R-12-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to the Agreement with Highstreet IT Solutions to provide additional SAAS implementation services to the City in order to transfer data to Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP in an amount not to exceed $1,050,000.00 for a new total contract price of $2,099,500.00. (Requested by Innovation and Technology Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Dec 9, 2025
Amend Resolution R-326-2024 regarding Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program grant funds. R-339-2025 — A Resolution further amending Resolution R-326-2024 which authorized the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $1,768,642.00 in Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program grant funds by modifying allocations designated to My Daughter’s Journey and Knoxville/Knox County Community Action Committee. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Charles Thomas’s vote: Abstain Adopted 6-1-2-0
Split
Dec 9, 2025
Amend Resolution R-326-2024 regarding Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program grant funds. R-339-2025 — A Resolution further amending Resolution R-326-2024 which authorized the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $1,768,642.00 in Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program grant funds by modifying allocations designated to My Daughter’s Journey and Knoxville/Knox County Community Action Committee. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Dec 9, 2025
Remove planned district (C) designation from 962 N. Gallaher View Road. O-161-2025 — 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 (C) designation from property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road, Mainland MCA Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 8-A-25-SU) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Dec 9, 2025
Remove planned district (C) designation from 962 N. Gallaher View Road. O-161-2025 — 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 (C) designation from property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road, Mainland MCA Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 8-A-25-SU) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to withdraw:Failed 4-5-0-0
Split Failed
Dec 9, 2025
Amend FY 25/26 operating and capital budgets. O-160-2025 — An Ordinance amending the FY 25/26 operating and capital budgets. (Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Nov 25, 2025
Remove planned district designation from 962 N. Gallaher View Road 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 (C) designation from property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road, Mainland MCA Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 8-A-25-SU) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Nov 25, 2025
Amend FY 25/26 operating and capital budgets An Ordinance amending the FY 25/26 operating and capital budgets. (Requested by Finance Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Nov 25, 2025
Rezone 0 Keck Road from AG to RN-1 O-144-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Keck Road from AG (General Agricultural) district to RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Knoxville Real Estate Management LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 6-E-25-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Nov 25, 2025
Amend zoning code to create single family attached dwelling use O-143-2025 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 2, General Definitions and Measurement Methodologies; Article 4, Residential Neighborhood Districts; Article 9, Uses; Article 10, Site Development Standards; and Article 11, Off-Street Parking, to create a new use, Single Family - Attached Dwellings, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 7-B-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-1-0
Split
Nov 25, 2025
Amend zoning code to create single family attached dwelling use O-143-2025 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 2, General Definitions and Measurement Methodologies; Article 4, Residential Neighborhood Districts; Article 9, Uses; Article 10, Site Development Standards; and Article 11, Off-Street Parking, to create a new use, Single Family - Attached Dwellings, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 7-B-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Failed 3-6-0-0
Split Failed
Nov 11, 2025
Change zoning at 0 Keck Road from AG to RN-1 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Keck Road from AG (General Agricultural) district to RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Knoxville Real Estate Management LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 6-E-25-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Nov 11, 2025
Create new use: Single Family - Attached Dwellings An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 2, General Definitions and Measurement Methodologies; Article 4, Residential Neighborhood Districts; Article 9, Uses; Article 10, Site Development Standards; and Article 11, Off-Street Parking, to create a new use, Single Family - Attached Dwellings, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 7-B-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Abstain Adopted 5-3-1-0
Split
Oct 14, 2025
Designate sales tax revenue to Affordable Housing Fund 13-i — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Article IV, Division 3, Section 2-614 of the Knoxville City Code to designate the lesser of ten million dollars or twenty-two percent (22%) of additional local option sales tax revenue generated from any rate increase approved in an election occurring on or before November 4, 2025 to the City of Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Sep 30, 2025
Emerald Youth Foundation property development agreement 11-l — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Purchase and Development Agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation for the development of certain real property located on the south side of Magnolia Avenue bounded by Beaman Street, Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, and Alice Street in order to serve youth and families throughout east Knoxville and the broader community by providing educational enrichment, sports, wellness and other activities.
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to withdraw:Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Sep 30, 2025
Appeal of Board of Zoning Appeals sign variance denial A Resolution approving an appeal by Tom Hopkins of the Ferber Company of the denial by the Board of Zoning Appeals of five variances to increase the maximum allowable sign height and area for three directional signs for property located at 0 Midway Road. C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) Zoning District. 4th Council District. Parcel ID 074 101. BZA File No. BZA-25-0055
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Sep 30, 2025
Increase wrecker rotation fee for class A vehicles O-130-2025 — An Ordinance amending Chapter 26, Article IV, Division 3, Sec. 26-410 (a)(2)(i) of the Knoxville City Code increasing maximum wrecker rotation fee for class A vehicles not involved in a collision towed to a city lot at the direction of a police officer. Contracts & purchasing
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance increasing maximum wrecker rotation fee An Ordinance amending Chapter 26, Article IV, Division 3, Sec. 26-410 (a)(2)(i) of the Knoxville City Code increasing maximum wrecker rotation fee for class A vehicles not involved in a collision towed to a city lot at the direction of a police officer. (Requested by Fleet Services Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Absent Adopted 6-1-0-2
Split
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5, Rules of Procedure An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure), Sections 7.5-63, 7.5-70, 7.5-71, 7.5-74, 7.5-75, 7.5-76, 7.5-79, and 7.5-85. (Requested by Task Force Chair Fugate)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Absent Adopted 5-2-0-2
Split
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5, Rules of Procedure An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure), Sections 7.5-63, 7.5-70, 7.5-71, 7.5-74, 7.5-75, 7.5-76, 7.5-79, and 7.5-85. (Requested by Task Force Chair Fugate)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Absent Motion to defer:Failed 3-3-1-2
Split Failed Decided with 2 absent — margin 0
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance to amend Zoning Code regarding housing and development An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 4.6, Middle Housing Standards; 9.1, General Use Regulations; 10.1, General Development Requirements; and 14.6, Design Review Board Powers, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 7-C-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-118-2025
Charles Thomas’s vote: Absent Adopted 6-1-0-2
Split
Sep 2, 2025
Ordinance to amend Zoning Code concerning Middle Housing Standards, etc. 7-C-25-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 4.6, Middle Housing Standards; 9.1, General Use Regulations; 10.1, General Development Requirements; and 14.6, Design Review Board Powers, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0) (File No. 7-C-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-2-0-1
Split
Sep 2, 2025
Resolution to enter into Purchase and Development Agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Purchase and Development Agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation for the development of certain real property located on the south side of Magnolia Avenue bounded by Beaman Street, Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, and Alice Street in order to serve youth and families throughout east Knoxville and the broader community by providing educational enrichment, sports, wellness and other activities. (Requested by Administration)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Adopted 6-2-0-1
Split
Sep 2, 2025
Resolution to enter into Purchase and Development Agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Purchase and Development Agreement with Emerald Youth Foundation for the development of certain real property located on the south side of Magnolia Avenue bounded by Beaman Street, Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, and Alice Street in order to serve youth and families throughout east Knoxville and the broader community by providing educational enrichment, sports, wellness and other activities. (Requested by Administration)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 6-2-0-1
Split
Aug 19, 2025
Authorize lease agreement with The Muse Knoxville R-233-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with The Muse Knoxville to lease property located at 3301 East Magnolia Avenue in order to operate a Science and Discovery Museum for the children and families of this community and the region. (Requested by Administration) Parks & community
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Aug 19, 2025
Amend Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record O-96-2025 — An Ordinance to approve an amendment to the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record, to enable the development of nonconforming lots of record while ensuring the development remains aligned with the neighborhood in which the lot is located, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 7-E-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Aug 19, 2025
Amend Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record O-96-2025 — An Ordinance to approve an amendment to the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record, to enable the development of nonconforming lots of record while ensuring the development remains aligned with the neighborhood in which the lot is located, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 7-E-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Aug 19, 2025
Amend Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record O-96-2025 — An Ordinance to approve an amendment to the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record, to enable the development of nonconforming lots of record while ensuring the development remains aligned with the neighborhood in which the lot is located, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 7-E-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Motion to refer:Failed 2-7-0-0
Split Failed
Aug 5, 2025
Change zoning at 0 Keck Road from AG to RN-1 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of a portion of property located at 0 Keck Road from AG (General Agricultural) district to RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Knoxville Real Estate Management LLC, Applicant.
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Adopted 6-1-0-2
Split
Aug 5, 2025
Approve amendment to Zoning Code Article 17.3 (Non-Conforming Lot of Record) An Ordinance to approve an amendment to the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record, to enable the development of nonconforming lots of record while ensuring the development remains aligned with the neighborhood in which the lot is located, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant.
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 5-2-0-2
Split
Aug 5, 2025
Approve amendment to Zoning Code Article 17.3 (Non-Conforming Lot of Record) An Ordinance to approve an amendment to the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17.3, Non-Conforming Lot of Record, to enable the development of nonconforming lots of record while ensuring the development remains aligned with the neighborhood in which the lot is located, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant.
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Motion to refer:Failed 2-5-0-2
Split Failed
Aug 5, 2025
MOU with Knox County for Homeland Security Grant for Police vehicle R-228-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County to accept $29,000.00 as a subrecipient of the 2025 Homeland Security Grant in order to purchase a Side-by-Side Utility vehicle to be used by the Knoxville Police Department. Public safety
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-1-0-2
Split
Aug 5, 2025
Affirm Council's authority to amend City budget and adopt alternative budget A Resolution to affirm Council's legislative authority to amend the City budget, including line-item amendment authority, as well as the authority to adopt an alternative budget for the City of Knoxville when a majority of council members reject the budget introduced by the Mayor and adopt a budget ordinance introduced by a member of Council.
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Failed 2-5-0-2
Split Failed
Jul 22, 2025
Approve appeal of zoning variances for signage A Resolution approving an appeal by Joyce Feld, on behalf of Scenic Knoxville, of the Board of Zoning Appeals’ approval of two variances to (1) decrease the minimum required frontage on the street where the property is addressed from 250 feet to 192.5 feet for a changeable price sign per Article 13.6.G.1, and (2) increase the maximum height for a detached sign in an I-G zoning district from 10 feet to 20 feet per Article 13.9.F.3 Table 13-2, for property located at 1415 Third Creek Road. I-G (Industrial General) Zoning District. 2nd Council District. Parcel ID 093OA021. BZA File # BZA-25-0031. (Requested by Plans Review and Building Inspections Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Motion to deny:Adopted 4-4-0-1
Split Decided with 1 absent — margin 0
Jul 22, 2025
Approve appeal of zoning variances for signage A Resolution approving an appeal by Joyce Feld, on behalf of Scenic Knoxville, of the Board of Zoning Appeals’ approval of two variances to (1) decrease the minimum required frontage on the street where the property is addressed from 250 feet to 192.5 feet for a changeable price sign per Article 13.6.G.1, and (2) increase the maximum height for a detached sign in an I-G zoning district from 10 feet to 20 feet per Article 13.9.F.3 Table 13-2, for property located at 1415 Third Creek Road. I-G (Industrial General) Zoning District. 2nd Council District. Parcel ID 093OA021. BZA File # BZA-25-0031. (Requested by Plans Review and Building Inspections Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Motion to defer:Failed 4-4-0-1
Split Failed Decided with 1 absent — margin 0
Jul 22, 2025
Approve appeal of zoning variances for signage A Resolution approving an appeal by Joyce Feld, on behalf of Scenic Knoxville, of the Board of Zoning Appeals’ approval of two variances to (1) decrease the minimum required frontage on the street where the property is addressed from 250 feet to 192.5 feet for a changeable price sign per Article 13.6.G.1, and (2) increase the maximum height for a detached sign in an I-G zoning district from 10 feet to 20 feet per Article 13.9.F.3 Table 13-2, for property located at 1415 Third Creek Road. I-G (Industrial General) Zoning District. 2nd Council District. Parcel ID 093OA021. BZA File # BZA-25-0031. (Requested by Plans Review and Building Inspections Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Failed 4-4-0-1
Split Failed Decided with 1 absent — margin 0
Jul 8, 2025
Submit 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Action Plan to HUD. R-181-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the submission of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development and the 2025-2026 Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any associated documents and certifications under the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Act, and Emergency Solutions Grant Programs. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jun 24, 2025
Express accountability for Neighborhood Infrastructure Five-Year Plan R-152-2025 — A Resolution expressing accountability of implementation for the Neighborhood Infrastructure Five-Year Investment Plan as attached to this Resolution should the voters of the City of Knoxville approve levying an additional one-half of one percent local option sales tax within the City of Knoxville in addition to the existing county-wide rate on sales within the county as proposed on the November 4, 2025 ballot. (Requested by Vice Mayor Smith and Councilmembers Rider, Roberto, Helsley, and McKenzie) Roads & infrastructure
Charles Thomas’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Jun 24, 2025
Levy an additional one-half percent local option sales tax O-71-2025 — An Ordinance levying an additional one-half of one percent local option sales tax within the City of Knoxville in addition to the existing county-wide rate on sales within the county. (Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Charles Thomas’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Jun 10, 2025
Amend South City Sector Plan for 700 Gertrude Avenue An Ordinance approving the request of Belvan Properties LLC for an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 700 Gertrude Avenue, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 12-2) (File No. 5-A-25-SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jun 10, 2025
Levy additional one-half percent local option sales tax An Ordinance levying an additional one-half of one percent local option sales tax within the City of Knoxville in addition to the existing county-wide rate on sales within the county. (Requested by Finance Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-1-0
Split
Jun 10, 2025
Execute quitclaim deed to Gary Chesney for 412 Ocala Drive R-146-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Gary Chesney for one parcel of property located at 412 Ocala Drive, Parcel ID No. 058-KB-051, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $40,250.00. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jun 10, 2025
Appeal of Board of Zoning Appeals denial for 137 W. Anderson Ave A Resolution approving an appeal by Everett Hirche of the denial of the Board of Zoning Appeals to increase the front setback in an IM-U zoning district from a build-to zone of 0 to 25' to 79.8' per Article 6.3, Table 6-1 for property located at 137 W. Anderson Avenue. I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) Zoning District. 4th Council District. Parcel ID 081NH020. BZA File # BZA-25-0029. (Requested by Plans Review and Building Inspections Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jun 10, 2025
Approve FY 2026-2031 Capital Improvements Program O-56-2025 — An Ordinance to approve and adopt the FY 2026-2031 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program, including the FY 2026 Capital Improvements Budget, City of Knoxville, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 13-0 Consent) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Roads & infrastructure
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jun 10, 2025
Authorize automated enforcement systems for speeding and noise O-53-2025 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 17, Section 17-210, to authorize automated enforcement systems for regulating speeding in school zones and motor vehicle noise at no direct cost to the City and in support of the City's Vision Zero Initiative. (Requested by Law Department) Public safety
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
May 27, 2025
Approve FY 2026-2031 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program An Ordinance to approve and adopt the FY 2026-2031 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program, including the FY 2026 Capital Improvements Budget, City of Knoxville, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 13-0 Consent) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 27, 2025
Authorize automated enforcement for speeding and noise An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 17, Section 17-210, to authorize automated enforcement systems for regulating speeding in school zones and motor vehicle noise at no direct cost to the City and in support of the City’s Vision Zero Initiative. (Requested by Law Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 27, 2025
Approve and adopt Magnolia Avenue and Chilhowee Park Redevelopment Plan R-141-2025 — A Resolution approving and adopting the Magnolia Avenue and Chilhowee Park Redevelopment Plan (“Plan”) prepared by Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation. (Requested by Urban Design and Development) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 27, 2025
Authorize agreement with Blue Line Solutions for traffic enforcement R-137-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Blue Line Solutions, LLC (BLS) to provide products and services to the City for school zone speed enforcement, traffic signal enforcement, and noise enforcement in order to promote traffic safety. (Requested by Engineering Department) Public safety
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 27, 2025
Adopt revised design guidelines for Edgewood-Park City H District O-41-2025 — An Ordinance to adopt the revised design guidelines for the Edgewood-Park City H (Historic Overlay) District, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, applicant. (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 27, 2025
Appropriations ordinance for FY 2025-2026 and reappropriation of encumbrances O-37-2025 — An Ordinance making and fixing the annual appropriations for the several departments, agencies, and funds of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 24/25 into FY 25/26. (Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 13, 2025
Adopt revised design guidelines for Edgewood-Park City H District An Ordinance to adopt the revised design guidelines for the Edgewood-Park City H (Historic Overlay) District, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, applicant. (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 13, 2025
Extend contract for Community Violence Intervention programming R-127-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to extend the contract with National Institute of Criminal Justice Reform to manage implementation of Community Violence Intervention programming, provide technical assistance to the City of Knoxville, and provide training on Group Violence Reduction Strategies for the City of Knoxville and community partners for an amount not to exceed $519,750.00, for a total contract amount not to exceed $826,800.00. (Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Public safety
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Failed 3-6-0-0
Split Failed
Apr 29, 2025
Make annual appropriations for FY 2025-2026 An Ordinance making and fixing the annual appropriations for the several departments, agencies, and funds of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 24/25 into FY 25/26. (Requested by Finance Department)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Apr 29, 2025
Adopt the One Year Plan dated 2025 O-31-2025 — An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2025 as prepared by the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 3-A-25-OYP) (All Districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Adopted 4-4-0-1
Split Decided with 1 absent — margin 0
Apr 1, 2025
Adopt the One Year Plan dated 2025 An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2025 as prepared by the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 3-A-25-OYP) (All Districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 4, 2025
Emergency ordinance to amend operating and capital budgets for FY24/25 O-22-2025 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend the operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 24/25. Budget & taxes
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 4, 2025
Emergency ordinance to amend operating and capital budgets for FY24/25 O-22-2025 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend the operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 24/25. Budget & taxes
Charles Thomas’s vote: No Failed 2-7-0-0
Split Failed
Feb 18, 2025
Confirm reappointment to Civil Service Merit Board. R-55-2025 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Dr. William Lyons to the Civil Service Merit Board. (Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Charles Thomas’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split

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