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Debbie Helsley’s votes

100 recorded votes: 98 aye · 2 no

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Mar 19, 2024
Change street name of Topside Road to Scenic River Road 9-g — An Ordinance to change the street name of a portion of Topside Road located between Alcoa Highway and the new alignment of Topside Road on the west side of Alcoa Highway to Scenic River Road, Knox County Engineering and Public Works, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (PC File No. 12-A-23-SNC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 19, 2024
Close Barber Street to adjacent property owners 9-f — An Ordinance to close Barber Street between Gertrude Avenue and Susanne Avenue, subject to one condition, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Belvan Properties LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-D-24-SC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 19, 2024
Close Richards Street to adjacent property owners 9-e — An Ordinance to close Richards Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to its southern terminus at West Fifth Avenue, subject to three conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-C-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 19, 2024
Close Clark Street to adjacent property owners 9-d — An Ordinance to close Clark Street from its intersection with Richards Street to its southern terminus, subject to two conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-B-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 19, 2024
Close Arthur Street to adjacent property owners 9-c — An Ordinance to close Arthur Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to the northeast side of Marion Street, subject to two conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 19, 2024
Close unnamed alley to adjacent property owners 9-b — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from its southern terminus to the south side of West Fourth Avenue, subject to two conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-24-AC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 19, 2024
Appropriate funds for Challenge Grant Award Program 9-a — An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $14,079.88 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grants and Benevolence Fund and donating same for completed projects to various qualified organizations as part of the Challenge Grant Award Program.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 19, 2024 Appropriate funds for Challenge Grant Award Program 9-a — An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $14,079.88 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grants and Benevolence Fund and donating same for completed projects to various qualified organizations as part of the Challenge Grant Award Program.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close unnamed alley to adjacent property owners 9-b — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from its southern terminus to the south side of West Fourth Avenue, subject to two conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-24-AC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Arthur Street to adjacent property owners 9-c — An Ordinance to close Arthur Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to the northeast side of Marion Street, subject to two conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Clark Street to adjacent property owners 9-d — An Ordinance to close Clark Street from its intersection with Richards Street to its southern terminus, subject to two conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-B-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Richards Street to adjacent property owners 9-e — An Ordinance to close Richards Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to its southern terminus at West Fifth Avenue, subject to three conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-C-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Barber Street to adjacent property owners 9-f — An Ordinance to close Barber Street between Gertrude Avenue and Susanne Avenue, subject to one condition, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Belvan Properties LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-D-24-SC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change street name of Topside Road to Scenic River Road 9-g — An Ordinance to change the street name of a portion of Topside Road located between Alcoa Highway and the new alignment of Topside Road on the west side of Alcoa Highway to Scenic River Road, Knox County Engineering and Public Works, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (PC File No. 12-A-23-SNC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Amend East City Sector Plan for 2805 Delrose Drive 9-h — An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for an amendment to the East City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 2805 Delrose Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 1-E-24-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Amend One Year Plan for 2805 Delrose Drive 9-i — An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 2805 Delrose Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 1-C-24-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 2805 Delrose Drive 9-j — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2805 Delrose Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Taylor D. Forrester, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No.1-I-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 0 Parkview Avenue 9-k — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Parkview Avenue from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, David Varner, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 0 Jefferson Avenue 9-l — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Jefferson Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Michael Williams, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-B-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 5121 Kohlmier Road 9-m — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 5121 Kohlmier Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to AG (General Agricultural) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Angela Wilson, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No.2-G-24-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Appropriate funds for Challenge Grant Award Program 9-a — An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $14,079.88 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grants and Benevolence Fund and donating same for completed projects to various qualified organizations as part of the Challenge Grant Award Program.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close unnamed alley to adjacent property owners 9-b — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from its southern terminus to the south side of West Fourth Avenue, subject to two conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-24-AC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Arthur Street to adjacent property owners 9-c — An Ordinance to close Arthur Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to the northeast side of Marion Street, subject to two conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Clark Street to adjacent property owners 9-d — An Ordinance to close Clark Street from its intersection with Richards Street to its southern terminus, subject to two conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-B-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Richards Street to adjacent property owners 9-e — An Ordinance to close Richards Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to its southern terminus at West Fifth Avenue, subject to three conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-C-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Barber Street to adjacent property owners 9-f — An Ordinance to close Barber Street between Gertrude Avenue and Susanne Avenue, subject to one condition, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Belvan Properties LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-D-24-SC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change street name of Topside Road to Scenic River Road 9-g — An Ordinance to change the street name of a portion of Topside Road located between Alcoa Highway and the new alignment of Topside Road on the west side of Alcoa Highway to Scenic River Road, Knox County Engineering and Public Works, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (PC File No. 12-A-23-SNC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Amend East City Sector Plan for 2805 Delrose Drive 9-h — An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for an amendment to the East City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 2805 Delrose Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 1-E-24-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Amend One Year Plan for 2805 Delrose Drive 9-i — An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 2805 Delrose Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 1-C-24-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 2805 Delrose Drive 9-j — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2805 Delrose Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Taylor D. Forrester, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No.1-I-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 0 Parkview Avenue 9-k — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Parkview Avenue from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, David Varner, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 0 Jefferson Avenue 9-l — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Jefferson Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Michael Williams, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-B-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 5121 Kohlmier Road 9-m — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 5121 Kohlmier Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to AG (General Agricultural) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Angela Wilson, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No.2-G-24-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024
Approve appeal to overturn Planning Commission decision for two-family dwelling 10-a — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville approving an appeal by West Hills Community Association, thereby overturning the decision of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission to grant a special use application filed by Maple Lane Homes LLC (Jack W Piper), for a two-family dwelling in an RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, for property located at 0 Westridge Drive. (Planning Commission File No. 2-G-24-SU) (Planning Commission approved 11-0) (Council District 2).(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Mar 19, 2024
Postpone Resolution 10-a for two weeks Motion to: postpone Resolution 10-a for two weeks
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 19, 2024
Approve minutes of the March 5, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Knoxville
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Change zoning for 5121 Kohlmier Road from single-family residential to general agricultural An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 5121 Kohlmier Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to AG (General Agricultural) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Angela Wilson, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No.2-G-24-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Change zoning for 0 Jefferson Avenue from RN-4 to Industrial Mixed-Use District An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Jefferson Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Michael Williams, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-B-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Change zoning for 0 Parkview Avenue from RN-2 to RN-4 General Residential Neighborhood An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Parkview Avenue from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, David Varner, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Change zoning for 2805 Delrose Drive from single-family to general residential neighborhood An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2805 Delrose Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Taylor D. Forrester, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No.1-I-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Approve One Year Plan amendment for 2805 Delrose Drive from low to medium density residential An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 2805 Delrose Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 1-C-24-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Approve sector plan amendment for 2805 Delrose Drive from low to medium density residential An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for an amendment to the East City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 2805 Delrose Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 1-E-24-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Change street name of a portion of Topside Road to Scenic River Road An Ordinance to change the street name of a portion of Topside Road located between Alcoa Highway and the new alignment of Topside Road on the west side of Alcoa Highway to Scenic River Road, Knox County Engineering and Public Works, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (PC File No. 12-A-23-SNC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Close Barber Street and authorize mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to adjacent owners An Ordinance to close Barber Street between Gertrude Avenue and Susanne Avenue, subject to one condition, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Belvan Properties LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-D-24-SC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Close Arthur Street and authorize mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to adjacent owners An Ordinance to close Arthur Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to the northeast side of Marion Street, subject to two conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Appropriate funds from Parks and Recreation Grants Fund for Challenge Grant Award Program An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $14,079.88 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grants and Benevolence Fund and donating same for completed projects to various qualified organizations as part of the Challenge Grant Award Program.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Avalawn Inc. for grounds maintenance at Odd Fellows Cemetery R-89-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Avalawn Inc. to provide grounds maintenance at the Odd Fellows Cemetery and Potter's Field for an annual cost not to exceed $28,617.50.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Taylor's Lawn Service for Suttree Landing Park landscaping R-88-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Taylor’s Lawn Service, LLC to provide landscaping services at Suttree Landing Park for an annual cost not to exceed $50,700.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Taylor's Lawn Service for Baker Creek Preserve mowing R-87-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Taylor's Lawn Service, LLC to provide mowing and maintenance services of the Baker Creek Preserve for an annual cost not to exceed $51,740.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Carmichaels Lawn Care for TDOT mowing services R-86-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Carmichaels Lawn Care, LLC to provide mowing of TDOT Controlled Access sites along the I-275 corridor and Asheville Highway for an annual cost not to exceed $59,460.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute quitclaim deed for Sanitary Laundry Building property to KCDC R-85-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to transfer property located at the site of the Sanitary Laundry Building, Located at 621, 625, and 627 North Broadway, part of parcel 094 DP 013, located on the west side of North Broadway between North Central Street and Tyson Street, to Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation.(Requested by Administration) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Amend and reinstate Knoxville-Farragut-Knox County Growth Policy Plan R-84-2024 — A Resolution to amend and reinstate the Knoxville-Farragut-Knox County Growth Policy Plan dated January 10, 2024, per Tennessee Code Annotated § 6-58-101 et seq.(Requested by Law Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Mar 5, 2024
Change zoning for Pratt Road properties from single-family to general residential neighborhood O-28-2024 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 5421, 5500, 5504, 5510 and 5520 Pratt Road and for a portion of property located at 5418 Pratt Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Benjamin C. Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-O-24-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Approve One Year Plan amendment for properties on Pratt Road from low to medium density residential/office O-27-2024 — An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 5421, 5500, 5504, 5510 and 5520 Pratt Road and for a portion of property located at 5418 Pratt Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-D-24-PA) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Approve sector plan amendment for properties on Pratt Road from low to medium density residential/office O-26-2024 — An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 5421, 5500, 5504, 5510 and 5520 Pratt Road and for a portion of property located at 5418 Pratt Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-I-24-SP) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Amend Knoxville City Zoning Code for Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) standards O-25-2024 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 10.3.B Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), to add or amend standards for ADUs., R. Bentley Marlow, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 7-5) (File No. 8-C-23-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Appoint Jody Mullins to Knoxville City Golf Course Advisory Committee R-83-2024 — A Resolution appointing Jody Mullins to serve as a member of the Knoxville City Golf Course Advisory Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Helsley) Personnel & appointments
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Reappoint Ellen Lee and George Anna Yarbro to Knox County Board of Equalization R-82-2024 — A Resolution reappointing Ellen Lee and George Anna Yarbro to the Knox County Board of Equalization.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute Easement Agreement for South Banks Apartments encroachment 11-c — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Easement Agreement to allow existing features of the South Banks Apartments at 820 Waterfront Drive to encroach into the public right-of-way.(Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Mar 5, 2024
Postpone Resolution 11-c for four weeks Motion to: postpone Resolution 11-c for four weeks
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Approve minutes of the February 20, 2024 Regular Meeting of City Council Motion to: approve the minutes of the February 20, 2024 Regular Meeting of City Council
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Change zoning classification for properties on Pratt Road to RN-5 District (Benjamin C. Mullins) An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 5421, 5500, 5504, 5510 and 5520 Pratt Road and for a portion of property located at 5418 Pratt Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Benjamin C. Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-O-24-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Amend One Year Plan for properties on Pratt Road (Benjamin C. Mullins) An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 5421, 5500, 5504, 5510 and 5520 Pratt Road and for a portion of property located at 5418 Pratt Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-D-24-PA) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Amend North City Sector Plan for properties on Pratt Road (Benjamin C. Mullins) An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 5421, 5500, 5504, 5510 and 5520 Pratt Road and for a portion of property located at 5418 Pratt Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-I-24-SP) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Amend Knoxville City Code Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 10.3.B for ADU standards An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 10.3.B Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), to add or amend standards for ADUs., R. Bentley Marlow, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 7-5) (File No. 8-C-23-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Amend Knoxville City Code Chapter 17 regarding vehicle impoundment lot procedures An Ordinance to amend Chapter 17, Article II, Division 4 of the Knoxville City Code relating to the operating procedures of the vehicle impoundment lot.(Requested by Fleet Services)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept grant for invasive species control and biomass utilization R-81-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for, and if awarded execute any documents to accept, “Full Circle Community Invasive Species Control and Biomass Utilization Project” grant funding from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, Division of Forestry via the United States Inflation Reduction Act in an amount not to exceed $534,365.00, with no local match required.(Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Auth. Mayor to execute agreement with Brooke Lynn Bagley for KPD mental health services R-80-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Brooke Lynn Bagley, LPC-MHSP, to provide part-time mental health and wellness assistance to members of the Knoxville Police Department, in an amount not to exceed $74,000.00 over the 18-month term of the Agreement.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Personnel & appointments
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with KMF III Services, LLC for landscaping at Phil E. Keith Training Center R-79-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with KMF III Services, LLC to perform mowing and landscaping services at the Phil E. Keith Training Center located at 6388 Cement Plant Road, in an amount not to exceed $61,852.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Contracts & purchasing
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept ATTAIN grant for Knoxville Area Transit R-78-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Highway Administration to provide funding in the total amount of $1,400,604.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Advanced Transportation Technologies and Innovative Mobility Deployment (ATTAIN) Grant Assistance, with a City match of up to $280,121.00 to provide operating assistance for an on-demand transportation service.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Danforth Consulting LLC for Continuum of Care Planning Activities R-77-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Danforth Consulting LLC to provide technical assistance services to support Continuum of Care Planning Activities, in an amount not to exceed $61,826.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Blossman Gas, Inc. for propane services R-76-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Blossman Gas, Inc., for the provision of propane services, to include setting of cages, provision of cylinders and filling services, and related inventory control, as well as for provision of propane autogas for the City's bi-fuel vehicles, at a cost not to exceed $50,000.00 per year.(Requested by Fleet Services) Contracts & purchasing
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with S&ME, Inc. for environmental assessment at 1334 Loraine Street R-75-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with S&ME, Inc. for professional services to provide a limited environmental site assessment and surveying service, including soil and water analysis, in advance of the anticipated replacement of underground fuel storage tanks located at 1334 Loraine Street, at a cost not to exceed $42,400.00.(Requested by Fleet Services) Contracts & purchasing
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Rogers Group for 2024 Resurfacing Phase I Project R-74-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $4,959,121.00 for the 2024 Resurfacing Phase I Project.(Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Old Mechanicsville Neighborhood Interest, Inc. for micro grant R-73-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Old Mechanicsville Neighborhood Interest, Inc. to award a micro grant in the amount of $550.00 to support efforts to reorganize and revive the neighborhood organization.(Requested by Office of Neighborhood Empowerment) Parks & community
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Approve appeal by John Huber for setback variances at Helmbolt, Francis, and Old Amherst Roads R-72-2024 — A Resolution approving an appeal by John Huber of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of variances to (1) decrease the minimum front setback from 20 feet to 5 feet for five lots and (2) decrease the minimum rear setback from 25 feet to 5 feet for seven lots, all located at 0 Helmbolt Road, 1817 Francis Road, 0 Francis Road, and 0 Old Amherst Road in the RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) zoning district, per Article 4.3, Table 4-1, Third Council District, Zoning District, BZA File No. 11-F-23- VA.(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Amend Knoxville Zoning Code to remove SC-2 designation from 0 Clinton Highway (Nedkov) O-23-2024 — An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as "The City of Knoxville Zoning Code," to remove a previously approved planned district designation SC-2 Shopping Center from property located at 0 Clinton Highway, Rado Nedkov, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 1-E-24-SU) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Change zoning for property at 2000 Shoppers Lane to I-G District (Schaad Companies) O-22-2024 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 2000 Shoppers Lane from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, Schaad Companies, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 12-E-23-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Amend One Year Plan for property at 2000 Shoppers Lane (Schaad Companies) O-21-2024 — An Ordinance approving the request of Schaad Companies, LLC for a One Year Plan amendment from General Commercial to Light Industrial for property located at 2000 Shoppers Lane. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 1-B-24-PA) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for property at 2000 Shoppers Lane (Schaad Companies) O-20-2024 — An Ordinance approving the request of Schaad Companies, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from General Commercial to Light Industrial for property located 2000 Shoppers Lane. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 1-D-24-SP) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Amend One Year Plan for property at 2812 Merchant Dr (Munoz) O-19-2024 — An Ordinance approving the request of Erika Ayala Munoz for a One Year Plan amendment from Neighborhood Commercial to Low Density Residential for a portion of property located at 2812 Merchant Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 1-E-24-PA) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Amend One Year Plan for property at 1717 Loves Creek Rd (Guignard) O-18-2024 — An Ordinance approving the request of Randy Guignard for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 1717 Loves Creek Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-A-24-PA) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Amend Northeast County Sector Plan for property at 1717 Loves Creek Rd (Guignard) O-17-2024 — An Ordinance approving the request of Randy Guignard for an amendment to the Northeast County Sector Plan from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged, for property located at 1717 Loves Creek Road. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-C-24-SP) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Elect Melissa Hatchett to the Industrial Development Board for Downtown Cinema, Inc. R-71-2024 — A Resolution electing Melissa Hatchett to serve as a member of the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville for the Downtown Cinema, Inc.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Elect Melissa Hatchett to the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville R-70-2024 — A Resolution electing Melissa Hatchett to serve as a member of the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024 Grant a pension of $649.83 per month to Suella D. Ricketts 11-k — A Resolution granting a pension of $649.83 per month to Suella D. Ricketts, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 20, 2024 Grant a pension of $2,855.50 per month to Karen C. Robnett 11-l — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,855.50 per month to Karen C. Robnett, an employee of the Knoxville general Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 20, 2024 Grant a pension of $2,675.01 per month to Melvin E. Williams 11-m — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,675.01 per month to Melvin E. Williams, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 20, 2024 Grant a pension of $1,778.23 per month to Jefferson Kindrick 11-n — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,778.23 per month to Jefferson Kindrick, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 20, 2024 Grant a pension of $849.00 per month to Kenneth K. McMahon 11-o — A Resolution granting a pension of $849.00 per month to Kenneth K. McMahon, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 20, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute an Easement Agreement for South Banks Apartments encroachment 11-b — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Easement Agreement to allow existing features of the South Banks Apartments at 820 Waterfront Drive to encroach into the public right-of-way.(Requested by Engineering Department) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Feb 20, 2024
Postpone Resolution 11-b for two weeks Motion to: postpone Resolution 11-b for two weeks
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Approve minutes of the February 6, 2024 Regular Meeting of City Council Motion to: approve the minutes of the February 6, 2024 Regular Meeting of City Council
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Approve One Year Plan amendment for Loves Creek Road property from Low Res to Med Res/Office. 1-A-24-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Randy Guignard for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 1717 Loves Creek Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-A-24-PA) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Amend Northeast County Sector Plan for Loves Creek Road property from Office to Med Res/Office. 1-C-24-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Randy Guignard for an amendment to the Northeast County Sector Plan from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged, for property located at 1717 Loves Creek Road. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-C-24-SP) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Approve One Year Plan amendment for Merchant Drive property from NC to Low Density Residential. 1-E-24-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Erika Ayala Munoz for a One Year Plan amendment from Neighborhood Commercial to Low Density Residential for a portion of property located at 2812 Merchant Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 1-E-24-PA) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Change zoning for Shoppers Lane property from I-MU to I-G District. 12-E-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 2000 Shoppers Lane from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, Schaad Companies, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 12-E-23-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Approve One Year Plan amendment for Shoppers Lane property from Gen Comm to Light Industrial. 1-B-24-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Schaad Companies, LLC for a One Year Plan amendment from General Commercial to Light Industrial for property located at 2000 Shoppers Lane. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 1-B-24-PA) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for Shoppers Lane property from Gen Comm to Light Industrial. O-15-2024 — An Ordinance approving the request of Schaad Companies, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from General Commercial to Light Industrial for property located 2000 Shoppers Lane. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 1-D-24-SP) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Remove SC-2 Shopping Center planned district designation from property at 0 Clinton Highway. remove a previously approved planned district designation SC-2 Shopping Center from property located at 0 Clinton Highway, Rado Nedkov, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 1-E-24-SU) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Extend Victims of Crime Act grant for one year. R-64-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to extend for one year the Victims of Crime Act grant from the State of Tennessee, Office of Criminal Justice Programs, for an additional amount of $150,546.00, with no required local match.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Amend contract with Signal Security for Morningside Park security services. R-63-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amendment to agreement C-20-0309 with Gulf South Security of Knoxville, LLC d/b/a Signal Security to provide security services at Morningside Park, to increase the annual base contract amount by $3,081.60, with a not to exceed amount remaining $281,000.00 annually.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Contracts & purchasing
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Authorize agreement with Knoxville Knox County CAC for youth homelessness program funding. R-62-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville Knox County Community Action Committee to provide funding for compensation of one full-time youth community engagement coordinator and four or five part-time positions for young adults with lived experience of homelessness to assist the Continuum of Care in the planning process of the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program planning activities, in an amount not to exceed $53,300.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Authorize application for and acceptance of AFG grant for Fire Department fitness equipment. R-61-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the U. S. Department of Homeland Security to provide funding pursuant to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program in the amount of $201,682.00, with a City match of ten (10) percent, which will be used to purchase fitness equipment needed for the Fire Suppression Division of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Set In Lieu of Tax Payments for Knoxville Utilities Board for FY 2023-2024. R-60-2024 — A Resolution setting the In Lieu of Tax Payments for the Electric, Gas, and Fiber Systems of the Knoxville Utilities Board for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and providing for the allocation and distribution of such payments to the affected taxing jurisdictions.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Approve agreement with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. for Transportation Engineering services. R-59-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. to provide staff augmentation services for the City's Transportation Engineering Division for an amount not to exceed $91,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Amend contract with Design and Construction Services for Gateway Park Project. R-58-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Design and Construction Services, Inc. for the Knoxville Urban Wilderness Gateway Park Phase II - Baker Creek Pavilion Project, increasing the contract amount by $36,216.30 for a new contract total of $2,703,559.80 and extending the date of completion to February 29, 2024.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Amend contract with Bio Solutions for Creek Clean-Up Project; increase amount and extend completion. R-57-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with HBTH, Inc. d/b/a Bio Solutions Tennessee for the 2022 Creek Clean-Up Project, increasing the contract amount by $34,000.00 for a new contract total of $243,900.00 and extending the date of completion to July 1, 2024.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Approve agreement with Johnson, Mirmiran & Thomson, Inc. for Washington Pike Roadway Project. R-56-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Johnson, Mirmiran & Thomson, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $695,400.00 to provide right-of-way acquisition, relocation, appraisal, appraisal review and related services for the Washington Pike Roadway Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Authorize acquisition of property for Washington Pike Roadway Project. R-55-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property for the Washington Pike Roadway Project, by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, within 56 tracts of real property for a total amount not to exceed $6,000,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Change zoning for Merchant Drive property from OP to AG District. O-16-2024 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2812 Merchant Drive from OP (Office Park) District to AG (General Agricultural) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Erika Ayala Munoz, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 12-I-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for Merchant Drive property from Low Res/NC to Low Res. O-15-2024 — An Ordinance approving the request of Erika Ayala Munoz for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential/Neighborhood Commercial to Low Density Residential, leaving all special purpose land us classifications unchanged, for property located at 2812 Merchant Drive. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 12-C-23-SP) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Close unnamed alley and authorize quitclaim deeds. O-14-2024 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between the southeast corner of parcel 094 BB 003 and the western terminus of the alley at the southwest corner of parcel 094 BB 002, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, George Raudenbush, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 12-A-23-AC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Close Reed Street and authorize quitclaim deeds. O-13-2024 — An Ordinance to close Reed Street between Bonnyman Drive and W. Oldham Avenue, subject to one condition, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Knoxville Community Development Corporation, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 12-C-23-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Close Bonnyman Drive and authorize quitclaim deeds. O-12-2024 — An Ordinance to close Bonnyman Drive between Fort Promise Drive and Reed Street, subject to one condition, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Knoxville Community Development Corporation, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 12-B-23-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Close Layden Drive and authorize quitclaim deeds. O-11-2024 — An Ordinance to close Layden Drive between the southwest corner of 318 Layden Drive (now part of 5331 Lyons View Pike) and Layden Drive's eastern terminus, subject to one condition, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Cherokee Country Club, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 12-A-23-SC) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024
Amend Knoxville City Code Zoning Code to add Middle Housing Standards. O-10-2024 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B. Zoning Code, moving Article 4.6 General Standards of Applicability to 4.7; inserting a new Article 4.6, Middle Housing Standards, with subsections 4.6.A Middle Housing Types, 4.6.B Middle Housing Uses, 4.6.C Middle Housing Dimensional Standards, 4.6.D Middle Housing Parking Standards, 4.6.E Middle Housing Design Standards, 4.6.F Middle Housing Conversion Standards, and 4.6.G Middle Housing Administrative Variations, and making minor revisions to Article 2.3 Definitions, Article 4.2 Uses, Article 4.3 Dimensional Standards, Article 4.6 General Standards of Applicability, Article 9.2 Use Matrix, Article 9.3 Principal Use Standards., City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-2) (File No. 10-B-23-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Feb 6, 2024
Amend Knoxville City Code Zoning Code references from MPC to Knoxville-Knox County Planning. O-9-2024 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 7.0.2.A., Summary of Review Authority; Article 7.0.2.G.1, Alternative Compliance Review; Article 7.0.2, Common Approval Procedures; and to correct references to the "Metropolitan Planning Commission" by changing to "Knoxville-Knox County Planning" in several sections, City of Knoxville, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 12-A-23-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Dana M. Crocker. 11-m — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,924.26 per month to Dana M. Crocker, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Donald M. Partin, Jr. 11-n — A Resolution granting a pension of $5,228.40 per month to Donald M. Partin, Jr., an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Gina D. Pierce. 11-o — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,506.99 per month to Gina D. Pierce, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Gregory D. Perrin. 11-p — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,224.44 per month to Gregory D. Perrin, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to John R. Kiely. 11-q — A Resolution granting a pension of $5,101.29 per month to John R. Kiely, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Michael J. Miles. 11-r — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,668.14 per month to Michael J. Miles, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Kenneth B. Bush. 11-s — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,398.51 per month to Kenneth B. Bush, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Kelly V. Anders. 11-t — A Resolution granting a pension of $353.65 per month to Kelly V. Anders, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Timothy W. Williams. 11-u — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,826.08 per month to Timothy W. Williams, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Terry P. Beeler. 11-v — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,538.84 per month to Terry P. Beeler, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Stephen W. Burchfield. 11-w — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,317.72 per month to Stephen W. Burchfield, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Shane G. Berrier. 11-x — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,807.26 per month to Shane G. Berrier, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Phillip J. Major. 11-y — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,596.76 per month to Phillip J. Major, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Grant pension to Patrick S. Langley. 11-z — A Resolution granting a pension of $5,075.40 per month to Patrick S. Langley, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Authorize Mayor to execute Easement Agreement for South Banks Apartments encroachment. 11-b — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Easement Agreement to allow existing features of the South Banks Apartments at 820 Waterfront Drive to encroach into the public right-of-way.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Amend North City Sector Plan for property on Pratt Road from Low to Medium Density Residential/Office. 12-b — An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 5421, 5500, 5504, 5510 and 5520 Pratt Road and for a portion of property located at 5418 Pratt Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-I-24-SP) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Approve One Year Plan amendment for Pratt Road property from Low to Medium Density Residential/Office. 12-c — An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 5421, 5500, 5504, 5510 and 5520 Pratt Road and for a portion of property located at 5418 Pratt Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-D-24-PA) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024 Change zoning for Pratt Road property from RN-1 to RN-5 District. 12-d — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 5421, 5500, 5504, 5510 and 5520 Pratt Road and for a portion of property located at 5418 Pratt Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Benjamin C. Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-O-24-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 6, 2024
Approve appeal regarding duplex classification as Independent Living Facility. 10-a — A Resolution approving an appeal by John Holmes of the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision to uphold the determination of the Zoning Administrator that a twenty-two bedroom duplex is classified as an “Independent Living Facility” and not a "Two-Family Dwelling," per Article 16.12 (File No. 11-B-23-VA).(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections) Zoning & land use
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Motion to withdraw:Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Feb 6, 2024
Approve minutes of January 23, 2024 regular meeting. approve the minutes of the January 23, 2024 Regular Meeting of City Council
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2024
Ordinance to change zoning classification for 2812 Merchant Drive An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2812 Merchant Drive from OP (Office Park) District to AG (General Agricultural) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Erika Ayala Munoz, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 12-I-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2024
Ordinance approving sector plan amendment for 2812 Merchant Drive An Ordinance approving the request of Erika Ayala Munoz for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential/Neighborhood Commercial to Low Density Residential, leaving all special purpose land us classifications unchanged, for property located at 2812 Merchant Drive. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 12-C-23-SP) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2024
Ordinance to close an unnamed alley and authorize quitclaim deeds to property owners An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between the southeast corner of parcel 094 BB 003 and the western terminus of the alley at the southwest corner of parcel 094 BB 002, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, George Raudenbush, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 12-A-23-AC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2024
Ordinance to close Reed Street and authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent owners An Ordinance to close Reed Street between Bonnyman Drive and W. Oldham Avenue, subject to one condition, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Knoxville Community Development Corporation, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 12-C-23-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2024
Ordinance to close Bonnyman Drive and authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent owners An Ordinance to close Bonnyman Drive between Fort Promise Drive and Reed Street, subject to one condition, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Knoxville Community Development Corporation, applicant. (Planning Commission approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 12-B-23-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Debbie Helsley’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous

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