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Debbie Helsley’s votes in 2025

100 recorded votes: 99 aye · 1 no

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Dec 20, 2025
Elect City Council Representative to KTA Election of City Council Representative to the Knoxville Transportation Authority (KTA)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2025
Elect Beer Board Chair Election of Beer Board Chair
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2025
Elect Vice-Mayor Election of Vice-Mayor
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-1-1
Dec 9, 2025
Appropriate funds from Community Improvement Fund for donations. O-162-2025 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $________ from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to community agencies and organizations as set forth in the attachment. (Requested by Legislative) Budget & taxes
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2025
Change zoning of portion of 0 Global Way from OP to C-G-3. 13ae — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of a portion of property located at 0 Global Way from OP (Office Park) district to C-G-3 (General Commercial) district, leaving all special purpose overlay districts unchanged, Pellissippi Dutchtown General Partnership, Applicant. (Planning Staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 11-L-25-RZ) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2025
Change zoning of 100 W. Depot Avenue from I-G to DK-W. 13ad — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 100 W. Depot Avenue from I-G (General Industrial) district to DK-W (Downtown Knoxville Warehouse Subdistrict) district, 100 W. Depot Investors, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 11-F-25-RZ) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2025
Change zoning of 0 W. Depot Avenue from N/A to DK-W. 13ac — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 0 W. Depot Avenue from N/A (No zone) to DK-W (Downtown Knoxville Warehouse Subdistrict) district, 100 W. Depot Investors, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 11-E-25-RZ) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2025
Change zoning of 207 Hidell Road from C-H-2 to RN-2. 13ab — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 207 Hidell Road from C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Sean Olu, Applicant. (Planning Staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 11-C-25-RZ) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2025
Remove planned district (C) designation from 4900 Buffat Mill Road. 13aa — 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 4900 Buffat Mill Road, Joel & Pam Poteat, Applicant. (Planning Staff recommended approval; Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 11-A-25-SU) (Council District 4) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2025
Close portion of Fort Dickerson Road and execute quitclaim deeds. An Ordinance to close a portion of Fort Dickerson Road adjacent to City Block 25310, lying immediately west of Tax I.D. 109HA026, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners. (Requested by Engineering Department)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2025
Close portion of Eleanor Street and execute quitclaim deeds. An Ordinance to close a portion of Eleanor Street adjacent to City Block 11662, lying immediately east of properties 911 and 917 Eleanor Street, 081ML009 and 081ML007, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners. (Requested by Engineering Department)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
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
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye 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
Debbie Helsley’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
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye 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
Debbie Helsley’s vote: No 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
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Dec 9, 2025
Approve minutes of November 25, 2025 regular meeting. Approval of Minutes: Minutes of the November 25, 2025 Regular Meeting
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
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)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye 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)
Debbie Helsley’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
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye 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
Debbie Helsley’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
Debbie Helsley’s vote: No Failed 3-6-0-0
Split Failed
Nov 25, 2025
Approval of November 11, 2025 regular meeting minutes Minutes of the November 11, 2025 Regular Meeting
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Change zoning at 0 Zoe Way from OP to O An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Zoe Way from OP (Office Park) district to O (Office) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, John Greer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-Q-25-RZ) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Change zoning at Sims Rd and Maryville Pike from I-G to C-G-1 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4409 Sims Road and 0 and 1102 Maryville Pike from I-G (General Industrial) district to C-G-1 (General Commercial) district, Steve Young, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-K-25-RZ) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Amend One Year Plan for Sims Rd and Maryville Pike An Ordinance approving the request of Steve Young for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial for property located at 4409 Sims Road and 0 and 1102 Maryville Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-D-25-PA) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Amend South City Sector Plan for Sims Rd and Maryville Pike An Ordinance approving the request of Steve Young for an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial for property located at 4409 Sims Road and 0 and 1102 Maryville Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-D-25-SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Change zoning at 1902 Merchant Drive from RN-1 to O An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1902 Merchant Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to O (Office) district, David Bruce Hamilton, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-G-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Change zoning at 1507 Ninth Ave from IG to INST An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1507 Ninth Avenue from IG (General Industrial) district to INST (Institutional) district, Benjamin C. Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-D-25-RZ) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Amend One Year Plan for 1507 Ninth Ave An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Heavy Industrial to Civic/Institutional for property located at 1507 Ninth Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-C-25- PA) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Amend Central City Sector Plan for 1507 Ninth Ave An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Heavy Industrial to Civic/Institutional for property located at 1507 Ninth Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-C-25-SP) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Amend Central City Sector Plan for 1507 Ninth Ave An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Heavy Industrial to Civic/Institutional for property located at 1507 Ninth Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-C-25-SP) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Change zoning at 1524 New York Ave from RN-2 to O An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1524 New York Avenue from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to O (Office) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Robert Parsons II, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-B-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Amend One Year Plan for 1524 New York Ave An Ordinance approving the request of Robert Parsons II for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Traditional Neighborhood Residential to Office for property located at 1524 New York Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-B-25-PA) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Amend Central City Sector Plan for 1524 New York Ave An Ordinance approving the request of Robert Parsons II for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Traditional Neighborhood Residential to Office for property located at 1524 New York Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 10-B-25-SP) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Change zoning at E. Inskip Drive and Scheel Road from RN-1 to RN-4 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 E. Inskip Drive and 0 Scheel Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) district, Jesse Alarcon, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 9-M-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
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)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Nov 11, 2025
Amend building height and setbacks in RN-5 district An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 4.3, Table 4-2 pertaining to building height and setbacks in the RN-5 (General Neighborhood Residential) district, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-A-25-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-1-0
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)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 5-3-1-0
Split
Nov 11, 2025
Clarify classification of late fees for parking violations An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 17, Article II, Division 3, Section 17-72(c), to clarify the classification of late fees for parking violations. (Requested by Policy)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Amend Stormwater and Street Ordinance An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 22.5 “Stormwater”, updating the “Stormwater and Street Ordinance” of the City of Knoxville. (Requested by Engineering Department)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Add emergency ordinance related to budget amendment to agenda ITEMS TO BE ADDED BY MOTION
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Approve minutes of October 28, 2025 regular meeting Minutes of the October 28, 2025 regular meeting
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Grant pensions to certain individuals R-299-2025 — A Resolution granting pensions in certain amounts per month to certain individuals, employees of the City of Knoxville as set forth in the exhibit attached hereto. (Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Award Historic Preservation Fund for Giffin School restoration R-298-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award an amount not to exceed $300,000.00 from the Historic Preservation Fund to Volunteer Housing Partnership, as the sole member of HGGP, LLC, for the restoration and reuse of the Historic Giffin School (Parcel ID: 109CD032). (Requested by Urban Design and Development) Contracts & purchasing
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Apply for grant to purchase body-worn cameras R-297-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, in the amount of $1,000,000, with no required local match, to be used to purchase body-worn cameras and associated training, supplies, and equipment for Knoxville law enforcement officers. (Requested by Police Department) Public safety
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Apply for grant for violent crime intervention programs R-296-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $2,900,000.00 from the State of Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs, with no required local match, to be used for costs associated with violent crime intervention programs. (Requested by Police Department) Public safety
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Apply for FY25 Community Violence Intervention Grant R-295-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply and accept a FY25 Office of Justice Programs Community Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative grant in the amount of $2,000,000.00, with no required local match, from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, to be used to combat violent crime and to improve police and community relations. (Requested by Police Department) Public safety
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Apply for FY26 Downtown Public Safety Grant R-294-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept the FY26 Downtown Public Safety Grant award of $4,941,358.00, with no required local match, from the State of Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs, to increase public safety, reduce blight, enhance economic development infrastructure, and reduce crime in downtown business and commercial areas. (Requested by Operations) Public safety
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Approve grant agreement for Rapid Re-Housing services R-293-2025 — Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $125,000.00 in 2025-2026 Tennessee Housing Development Agency Emergency Solutions Grant funding to provide Rapid Re-Housing services to individuals or families experiencing homelessness in Knoxville. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Amend contract C-25-0160 for Gay Street Bridge Repair Project R-292-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract C-25-0160 with Charles Blalock & Sons, Inc. for the Gay Street Bridge Repair Project, increasing the amount by $190,070.50 for a new total contract amount not to exceed $2,185,000.00. (Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Amend contract for Gay Street Bridge Repair Project R-291-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Gresham Smith for the Gay Street Bridge Repair Project, increasing the contract amount by $64,130.00 for a new contract total not to exceed $512,630.00. (Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Authorize agreement with HealthEquity for FSA/HRA services R-290-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with HealthEquity, Inc. to provide administrative services for the City-sponsored Flexible Spending Account and Health Reimbursement Account for City employees, at a projected annual cost of $76,650.00. (Requested by Employee Benefits and Risk Management Department) Contracts & purchasing
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Recognize IBEW Local 760 centennial anniversary R-289-2025 — A Resolution recognizing the centennial anniversary of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 760 and celebrating the work and community involvement of members of Local 760 in Knoxville and our region. (Requested by City Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Honor the memory of Bill Williams R-288-2025 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Bill Williams. (Requested by City Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Rezone 4879 Chambliss Ave from RN-4 to C-N O-139-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4879 Chambliss Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) district to C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) district, John L. Billings, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 9-K-25-RZ) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Rezone 2019 Middlebrook Pike from I-MU to C-H-1 O-138-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2019 Middlebrook Pike from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) district to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) district, JM & J Leasing Knoxville, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 9-J-25-RZ) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Rezone 140 W. Baxter Ave from RN-4 to C-G-2 O-137-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 140 W. Baxter Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) district to C-G-2 (General Commercial) district, James Ackerson, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 9-H-25-RZ) (Council District 4) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Rezone 3415 Harvey Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 O-136-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 3415 Harvey Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Jesse Alarcon, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 9-B-25-RZ) (Council District 4) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Rezone 6109 Creekhead Drive from AG to RN-1 O-135-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 6109 Creekhead Drive from AG (General Agricultural) district to RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Mohamed Ragab, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 9-A-25-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Amend City Code regarding Affordable Housing Fund O-134-2025 — 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
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Approve minutes from previous meeting Minutes of the October 14, 2025 Regular Meeting
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 14, 2025
Remove planned district designation from 962 N. Gallaher View Road 13-q — 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
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Oct 14, 2025
Rezone 4879 Chambliss Avenue to C-N district 13-p — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4879 Chambliss Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) district to C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) district, John L. Billings, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 9-K-25-RZ) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 14, 2025
Rezone 2019 Middlebrook Pike to C-H-1 district 13-o — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2019 Middlebrook Pike from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) district to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) district, JM & J Leasing Knoxville, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 9-J-25-RZ) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 14, 2025
Rezone Ball Camp Pike properties to RN-2 district 13-n — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0, 4602, 4614, 4620, 4622, and 4600 Ball Camp Pike from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Benjamin C. Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 9-I-25-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Oct 14, 2025
Rezone 140 W. Baxter Avenue to C-G-2 district 13-m — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 140 W. Baxter Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) district to C-G-2 (General Commercial) district, James Ackerson, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 9-H-25-RZ) (Council District 4) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 14, 2025
Rezone 3415 Harvey Drive to RN-2 district 13-l — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 3415 Harvey Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Jesse Alarcon, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 9-B-25-RZ) (Council District 4) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 14, 2025
Rezone 6109 Creekhead Drive to RN-1 district 13-k — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 6109 Creekhead Drive from AG (General Agricultural) district to RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Mohamed Ragab, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 9-A-25-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 14, 2025
Rezone 305 W. Vine Avenue to DK-B district 13-j — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 305 W. Vine Avenue from DK-G (Downtown Knoxville, Grid Subdistrict) district to DK-B (Downtown Knoxville, Boulevard Subdistrict) district, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Leigh Burch, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-2) (File No. 8-C-25-RZ) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
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
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Oct 14, 2025
Approval of September 30, 2025 meeting minutes Minutes of the September 30, 2025 Regular Meeting
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2025
Remove planned district designation at 962 N. Gallaher View Road 12-u — 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) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Sep 30, 2025
Adjust City Code classification and compensation plans 12-t — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the classification and compensation plans. Personnel & appointments
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
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.
Debbie Helsley’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
Debbie Helsley’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
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Sep 30, 2025 Consent calendar approval: Certificate of Compliance 11-r — Certificate of Compliance Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 30, 2025 Consent calendar approval: Pensions 11-s — Pensions Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 30, 2025 Consent calendar approval: Community Improvement Fund 12-v — 202 Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Sep 30, 2025
Approval of September 16, 2025 minutes Minutes of the September 16, 2025 Regular Meeting
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance raising threshold for performance and payment bonds A Ordinance to amend the Chapter 2, Article VIII, Division 5, Code § 2-918 of the Knoxville City Code, raising the threshold for performance and payment bonds and amending the required amount of those bonds to align with state law. (Requested by Finance Department)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
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)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-1-0-2
Split
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance establishing City Council Rules Committee An Ordinance to amend Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure) by adding Section 7.5-89 Rule 28: Rules Committee, whereby establishing the City Council Rules Committee. (Requested by Task Force Chair Fugate)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance adding rule for electronic participation in meetings An Ordinance amending Chapter 7.5 of the Knoxville City Code, Article II (Rules of Procedure) by adding Section 7.5-88- Rule 27: Electronic Participation, whereby establishing the ability to allow councilmembers to participate in meetings by electronic means under specific circumstances. (Requested by Task Force Chair Fugate)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
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)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye 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)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Failed 3-3-1-2
Split Failed Decided with 2 absent — margin 0
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)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for DNK Liquor, LLC R-265-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to DNK Liquor, LLC d/b/a East End Liquor & Tobacco relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) for a license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Resolution to acquire property for Chapman Highway Multimodal Project R-264-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property for the Chapman Highway Multimodal Project by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, within 10 tracts of real property for a total amount not to exceed $570,000.00. (Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Resolution amending contract with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. R-263-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for the East Knoxville Greenway Project, increasing the contract amount by $337,500.00 for a new total contract amount not to exceed $827,770.00. (Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-0-1-2
Sep 16, 2025
Resolution amending agreement for East Knoxville Greenway Project R-262-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to an agreement with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the East Knoxville Greenway Project, increasing the total contract amount by $337,500.00 for a new estimated total project cost of $5,277,770.00. (Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-0-1-2
Sep 16, 2025
Resolution to file and accept grant for Emergency Management Agency R-261-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the State of Tennessee, Department of the Military and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency and, if approved, accept a grant for funds in the amount of $145,000.00 which will reimburse the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency for salaries and operating expenses for Federal fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025- Sept 30,2026). (Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Budget & taxes
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance changing zoning at 2814 Dresser Road to C-G-1 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2814 Dresser Road from no zone to C-G-1 (General Commercial) district, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-K-25-RZ) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-126-2025
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance amending One Year Plan for 2814 Dresser Road An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the One Year Plan from no land use classification to Mixed Use Special District-Alcoa Highway Small Area for property located at 2814 Dresser Road. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-B-25-PA) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-125-2025
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance amending South County Sector Plan for 2814 Dresser Road An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the South County Sector Plan from no land use classification to Mixed Use Special District-Alcoa Highway Small Area for property located at 2814 Dresser Road. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-B-25-SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-124-2025
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance changing zoning at 0 N. Gallaher View Road to C-R-2 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 N. Gallaher View Road from no zone to C-R-2 (Regional Commercial) district, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-J-25-RZ) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-123-2025
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance amending One Year Plan for 0 N. Gallaher View Road An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the One Year Plan from no land use classification to General Commercial for property located at 0 N. Gallaher View Road. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-A-25-PA) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-122-2025
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance amending Northwest County Sector Plan for 0 N. Gallaher View Road An Ordinance approving the request of the City of Knoxville for an amendment to the Northwest County Sector Plan from no land use classification to General Commercial for property located at 0 N. Gallaher View Road. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-A-25-SP) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-121-2025
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance to change zoning at 0 Inskip Road to RN-2 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Inskip Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Slemons Mathes, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-G-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-120-2025
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 16, 2025
Ordinance to change zoning at 4913 Rowan Road to RN-2 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4913 Rowan Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) district, Chris & Sherry Crumley, Applicants. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 8-D-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Ordinance No. O-119-2025
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
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
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-1-0-2
Split

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