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Finbarr Saunders’s votes in 2018

100 recorded votes: 100 aye

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Oct 9, 2018
Amend contract with Southern Constructors for North Central St Streetscapes Resolution No. R-355-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0144 with Southern Constructors, Inc. for the North Central Street Streetscapes Project, increasing the contract amount by $217,105.94 for a new contract total of $4,956,597.44. Roads & infrastructure
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 9, 2018
Authorize agreement with McKinnon Construction for 600 Block of Market St Project Resolution No. R-354-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with McKinnon Construction Company, LLC for the 600 Block of Market Street Project for an amount not to exceed $493,515.04. Contracts & purchasing
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 9, 2018
Authorize agreement with OptumRx for pharmacy benefit management services Resolution No. R-353-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with OptumRx, Inc. for the provision of pharmacy benefit management administrative services for eligible members enrolled in the City's medical plan. Contracts & purchasing
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 9, 2018
Authorize agreement with BlueCross BlueShield for dental benefits program Resolution No. R-352-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc. (“BlueCross”) for the provision of a dental benefits program for eligible City employees for a period of three years with two one-year options to renew at an estimated cost of $89,100.00. Contracts & purchasing
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 9, 2018
Authorize agreement with BlueCross BlueShield for employee medical admin services Resolution No. R-351-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc. for the provision of administrative services for the City's self-funded employee medical program at an estimated annual cost of $670,605.00. Contracts & purchasing
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 9, 2018
Support reauthorization and funding for Land and Water Conservation Fund Resolution No. R-350-2018 — A Resolution in support of reauthorization of and full funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 9, 2018
Recognize 200th performance of Kerbela Shrine Circus Resolution No. R-349-2018 — A Resolution recognizing the 200th performance of the Kerbela Shrine Circus in Knoxville. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 9, 2018
Amend City Code re: temporary serving area permits Ordinance No. O-145-2018 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article II, Division 2, Sections 4-76(j) and 4-76(k) of the Knoxville City Code relative to certain temporary serving area permits. Contracts & purchasing
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 9, 2018
Appoint Curtis Brown, Sr. to Golf Course Advisory Committee Resolution No. R-348-2018 — A Resolution appointing Curtis Brown, Sr. to the Knoxville City Golf Course Advisory Committee. Personnel & appointments
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 9, 2018
Amend zoning code for South Waterfront District ROW flexibility File No. 8-B-18-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, "Zoning Regulations", Article IV, Section 4.1 "South Waterfront District" to allow more flexibility regarding the dedication of right-of-way (ROW) in the Knoxville South Waterfront Form Based Development Code. Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Oct 9, 2018
Approve appeal of MPC decision on Use on Review for Legends at Washington Pike MPC File No. 8-D-18-UR — A Resolution approving an appeal by Ronnie L. Collins, President, Alice Bell/Spring Hill Neighborhood Association of the Metropolitan Planning Commission's decision to approve the Use on Review for the Legends at Washington Pike-Maddox Companies located north of Rising Oak Way terminus, northwest of Washington Pike, south side of McCampbell Drive. Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Oct 9, 2018
Approve minutes of September 25, 2018 regular meeting Approve the minutes of the September 25, 2018 Regular Meeting of City Council
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Rezone property on Pocanno Road to R-1 District O-138-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance to rezone property located on the south side of Pocanno Road, west of Jerdan Road, from No Zone to R-1 (Low Density Residential) District City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC approved 13-0-1) (MPC File No. 8-B-18-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Close unnamed alley and execute quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between the northern property line of parcel 083 HB 012 and the southern property line of parcel 083 HB 012, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Vlad Domanskiy Applicant. (MPC Approved 13-0-1) (File No. 8-A-18-AC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Update City of Knoxville Office Sign Code An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, "Zoning Regulations", to update the City of Knoxville Office Sign Code, (MPC approved 13-0-1) (File No. 8-A-18-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Enact 150-day moratorium on shared mobility vehicles O-137-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance enacting a moratorium of one hundred fifty (150) days upon shared mobility vehicles within the City of Knoxville. (Requested by Law Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Agreement with Unicorn HRO for K-Trans services R-334-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Unicorn HRO to provide payroll, payroll tax preparation, and human resources services for K-Trans Management, Inc. d/b/a Knoxville Area Transit for a term of three years at an estimated cost of $48,426.00 per year plus a one-time implementation fee of $11,662.50.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Apply for TWRA grant to replace Vol Navy Dock R-333-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency in the amount of $400,000.00, for the purpose of funding the replacement of the Vol Navy Dock, with a 25% required local match. (Requested by Finance Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Agreement with Franklin Group for Magnolia Gateway Monument R-332-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with The Franklin Group, LLC for construction of the Magnolia Gateway Monument Project for an amount not to exceed $68,000.00.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Apply for TDOT Multimodal Access Grant for Chapman Highway improvements R-331-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a 2018 Multimodal Access Grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $950,000.00 with a City match of $50,000.00, to provide funding for bicycle and pedestrian improvements on Chapman Highway between Stone Road and Woodlawn Pike. (Requested by Department of Engineering)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
MOU with UT for Cumberland Avenue Improvements Project R-330-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Tennessee for the Cumberland Avenue Intersection Improvements Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Acquire property for Kingston Pike Complete Connections Project R-329-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property for easements by purchase, or condemnation if necessary, within three tracts of real property for a total amount not to exceed $125,000.00 as part of the Kingston Pike Complete Connections Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Authorize agreement with East Tennessee Quality Growth for PlanET R-328-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with East Tennessee Quality Growth to carry forward the work of PlanET as the convening organization, in an amount not to exceed $25,000.00.(Requested by Community Development Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Amend City Code Chapter 20 to define 'vehicle' and 'bicycle' O-136-2018 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 20, Article I, Section 20-52 of the Knoxville City Code to revise the definition of "vehicle" and to add a new definition of "bicycle" for clarification.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Modify City Code Chapter 17 relating to commercial loading zones O-135-2018 — An Ordinance to modify the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 17, Article VI, Section 17-354, relating to commercial loading zones. (Requested by Department of Engineering)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Support appointments to the Mayor's Maker Council R-326-2018 — A Resolution expressing support for the Mayor's appointments of Kelle Jolly, Ryan- Ashley Anderson, Haseeb Qureshi, Daje Morris, Marianne Canada, Barron Hall, Forrest Kirkpatrick, Kelly Hider, Alyssa Maddox and reappointments of Terrence Carter, Matthew Cummings, Preston Farabow, Sherry Jenkins, Doug Laney, Sarah Shebaro and Brent Thompson to the Mayor's Maker Council.(Requested by Mayor Rogero)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Appropriate funds for Girl Talk, Inc. for mentoring programs O-134-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Girl Talk, Inc. to be utilized toward mentoring and providing school-based programs.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh-Perez, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Appropriate funds for The Muse Knoxville for YoSTEM drone purchase O-133-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,010.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to The Muse Knoxville serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Youth Outreach in Science Technology Engineering and Math (YoSTEM) to be utilized toward the purchase of aerial drones. (Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh-Perez, Rider, Campen, and Stair)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Appropriate funds for Hazen Historical Museum for interpretive panel O-132-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,100.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to The Hazen Historical Museum Foundation, Inc. to be utilized toward an interpretive panel exhibit.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Rider, Campen, and Stair)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Appropriate funds for Ijams Nature Center for Hummingbirds Festival O-131-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Ijams Nature Center, Inc. to be utilized toward the eighth annual Wonder of Hummingbirds Festival.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Appropriate funds for Knoxville Opera Company education programs O-130-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,400.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Opera Company to be utilized toward the furtherance of certain efforts of its education and outreach programs.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh-Perez, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Appropriate funds for Bike Walk Tennessee for Open Streets event O-129-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,650.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Bike Walk Tennessee serving as fiscal agent on behalf of the Open Streets Knoxville event.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh-Perez, and Stair)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Grant pension to Douglas A. Nelson R-325-2018 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,322.80 per month to Douglas A. Nelson, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Grant pension to Rick L. Morrison R-324-2018 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,212.04 per month to Rick L. Morrison, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Grant pension to Gary Underwood R-323-2018 — A Resolution granting a pension of $365.64 per month to Gary Underwood, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Kal Knox Corp. liquor license renewal R-322-2018 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Kal Knox Corp. d/b/a Holston Package Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Crossroads Liquor Store license renewal R-321-2018 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Crossroads Liquor Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for On The Rocks, LLC liquor license renewal R-320-2018 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to On The Rocks, LLC relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for A to Z, Inc. liquor license renewal R-319-2018 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to A to Z, Inc. d/b/a Clinton Hwy Wine & Spirits relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 11, 2018
Approve minutes of previous meeting approve the minutes of the August 28, 2018 Regular Meeting of City Council
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 28, 2018
Apply for and accept $1,000 AJC Project Interchange grant for Jewish Day School R-305-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from AJC Project Interchange in the amount of $1,000.00, and if approved, award said amount to Knoxville Jewish Day School Violins of Hope Program. (Requested by Mayor Rogero) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 28, 2018
Rezone property from I-2 to R-2 (General Residential) O-128-2018 — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the south side of Grand Avenue, east side of Nineteenth Street, from I-2 (Restricted Manufacturing and Warehousing) District to R-2 (General Residential) District, subject to one condition, Sean Suddes, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-G-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 28, 2018
Rezone property from I-2 to R-2 (General Residential) O-127-2018 — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the north side of Forest Avenue, east side of Nineteenth Street, from I-2 (Restricted Manufacturing and Warehousing) District to R-2 (General Residential) District, subject to one condition, Sean Suddes, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-F-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 28, 2018
Amend noise measurement and criteria on public premises O-116-2018 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 18, Sections 18-3 and 18-4, by adding a measurement distance for sound on public premises and amending the criteria for loud, unusual, or unnecessary noises.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Public safety
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance to rezone property on Cherokee Trail 12-m — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the north side of Cherokee Trail, north of Edington Road, from R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District at a density of up to 5.9 dwelling units per acre, Land Development Solutions, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-3) (MPC File No. 7-H-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance to rezone property on Grand Avenue 12-l — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the south side of Grand Avenue, east side of Nineteenth Street, from I-2 (Restricted Manufacturing and Warehousing) District to R-2 (General Residential) District, subject to one condition, Sean Suddes, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-G-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance to rezone property on Forest Avenue 12-k — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the north side of Forest Avenue, east side of Nineteenth Street, from I-2 (Restricted Manufacturing and Warehousing) District to R-2 (General Residential) District, subject to one condition, Sean Suddes, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-F-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance to rezone property on Alamo Avenue 12-j — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the south side of Alamo Avenue, east of Home Street, from R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to R-1E (Low Density Exclusive Residential) District, Logan Wentworth, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-D-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance to rezone property on Gap Road 12-i — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the east side of Gap Road, south side of Cassell Drive, from O-3 (Office Park) and R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District, Falconnier Design Co., Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-C-18-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance to rezone property on Hollywood Road 12-h — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the west side of Hollywood Road, south side of I-40, from C-4 (Highway and Arterial Commercial) District to RP-2 (Planned Residential) District at a density of up to 24 dwelling units per acre subject to one condition, Elmington CG, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-B-18-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance to rezone property on E. Young High Pike 12-g — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of E. Young High Pike, northeast side of Chapman Highway, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to RP-2 (Planned Residential) District at a density up to 30 dwelling units per acre, subject to one condition, Elmington CG, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-A-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance approving amendment to One Year Plan 12-f — An Ordinance approving the request of Elmington CG, LLC for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Mixed Use Special District, SC-5 to High Density Residential for property located on the northwest side of E. Young High Pike, northeast side of Chapman Highway, (MPC Approved 15-0) (File No. 7-A-18-PA) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance approving amendment to South City Sector Plan 12-e — An Ordinance approving the request of Elmington CG, LLC for an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Mixed Use Special District, SC-5 to High Density Residential for property located on the northwest side of E. Young High Pike, northeast side of Chapman Highway, (MPC Approved 15-0) (File No. 7-A-18-SP) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance to close a portion of Bruce Avenue 12-d — An Ordinance to close a portion of Bruce Avenue from Citico Street to Clyde Street (closed), and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, RFH, LP, Applicant. (MPC Approved 15-0) (File No. 7-A-18-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance appropriating funds for Tennessee Theatre Foundation 12-c — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from Mayor's Office Grants and Benevolences Fund and donating same to the Tennessee Theatre Foundation to be utilized toward the free public events in celebration of its 90th anniversary.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Budget & taxes
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance appropriating funds for Ijams Nature Center fundraiser 12-b — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,750.00 toward the sponsorship of Ijams Nature Center's Symphony in the Park annual fundraiser. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Budget & taxes
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance appropriating funds for historic preservation 12-a — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $110,000.00 from the Historic Preservation Fund and donating the same to Knox Heritage for its Vintage Properties Fund to focus on historic preservation work in the Fort Sanders neighborhood.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance appropriating funds for historic preservation 12-a — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $110,000.00 from the Historic Preservation Fund and donating the same to Knox Heritage for its Vintage Properties Fund to focus on historic preservation work in the Fort Sanders neighborhood.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance appropriating funds for historic preservation 12-a — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $110,000.00 from the Historic Preservation Fund and donating the same to Knox Heritage for its Vintage Properties Fund to focus on historic preservation work in the Fort Sanders neighborhood.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution to apply for Justice Assistance Grant R-302-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply jointly with Knox County for an Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant award of $154,568.00 from the U. S. Department of Justice for improved operation of the criminal justice system, and if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to accept such a grant award. (Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution authorizing project management for pool/tennis/playground repairs R-301-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to request the Public Building Authority to perform project management services related to three separate projects: (1) Ed Cothren Pool Resurfacing Repairs, (2) Fulton High School and Harriet Tubman Park Tennis Court Resurfacing Repairs, and (3) Harriet Tubman Park Clubhouse and Playground Addition, for a total amount for all three projects not to exceed $610,000.00. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution authorizing project management for pool/tennis/playground repairs R-301-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to request the Public Building Authority to perform project management services related to three separate projects: (1) Ed Cothren Pool Resurfacing Repairs, (2) Fulton High School and Harriet Tubman Park Tennis Court Resurfacing Repairs, and (3) Harriet Tubman Park Clubhouse and Playground Addition, for a total amount for all three projects not to exceed $610,000.00. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution authorizing agreement for playground at West Haven Rec Center R-300-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Bliss Products and Services, Inc. for the supply and installation of a new playground structure, ADA accessible ramp and ADA compliant engineered wood fiber surfacing at West Haven Recreation Center for an amount not to exceed $67,526.55.(Requested by Department of Parks Recreation) Parks & community
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution authorizing agreement for playground at Milton Roberts Rec Center R-299-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with PlayCore Wisconsin d/b/a GameTime for the supply and installation of a new playground structure, ADA accessible ramp and ADA compliant engineered wood fiber surfacing at the Milton Roberts Recreation Center for an amount not to exceed $63,936.45.(Requested by Department of Parks Recreation) Parks & community
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution authorizing Redevelopment Agreement with Johnson & Galyon R-298-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Redevelopment Agreement with Johnson & Galyon, Inc. for certain infrastructure improvements to be performed in tandem with the redevelopment of certain real property within the Lonsdale Redevelopment and Urban Renewal Plan as a multi-purpose recreation, art, and education facility for the children and youth of Lonsdale and the greater Knoxville community, in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000.00. (Requested by Department of Administration) Roads & infrastructure
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution authorizing project management for Sunsphere repairs R-297-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to request the Public Building Authority to perform project management services related to repair and maintenance to the Sunsphere and Amphitheatre at World's Fair Park, in an amount not to exceed $2,500,000.00.(Requested by Finance Department) Roads & infrastructure
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution authorizing agreement for small cell attachment services R-296-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with SmartWorks Partners to perform program management and permitting services for small cell attachments within the City for an amount not to exceed $60,875.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution authorizing agreement for street light inspection services R-295-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fulghum, MacIndoe & Associates, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $72,330.00 for as-needed inspection services for street light construction and maintenance.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution authorizing agreement for Broadway Corridor Study R-294-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Toole Design Group, LLC for an amount not to exceed $150,000.00 for the Broadway Corridor Improvement Study.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance donating to Boys & Girls Clubs of TN Valley O-115-2018 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from Parks and Recreation Department funds and donating same to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to be utilized toward the Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Budget & taxes
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance amending distance requirements O-114-2018 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article III, Division 2, Section 4-131 of the Knoxville City Code so as to amend certain distance requirements to coincide with newly enacted state law.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance amending noise regulations 9-a — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 18, Sections 18-3 and 18-4, by adding a measurement distance for sound on public premises and amending the criteria for loud, unusual, or unnecessary noises. (Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Public safety
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance amending noise regulations 9-a — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 18, Sections 18-3 and 18-4, by adding a measurement distance for sound on public premises and amending the criteria for loud, unusual, or unnecessary noises. (Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Public safety
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution confirming appointment to Animal Control Board R-293-2018 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Keith Hogue to the Knoxville Animal Control Board. (Requested by Mayor Rogero) Personnel & appointments
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Emergency ordinance donating to East Tennessee Community Design Center 12-p — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,650.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Lonsdale Homecoming Committee to be utilized toward the 2018 Lonsdale Homecoming. (Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh-Perez, Rider, Mckenzie, and Stair) Budget & taxes
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Emergency ordinance donating to Knoxville Symphony Society 12-o — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,700.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Symphony Society, Inc. to be utilized toward providing in-school performances for Knoxville Schools.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Roberto, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair) Budget & taxes
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Magnolia Package Store 11-p — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Juma Inc. d/b/a Magnolia Package Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for KenJo Market #31 11-o — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market #31 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for KenJo Market #29 11-n — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market #29 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for KenJo Market #23 11-m — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market #23 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for KenJo Market #22 11-l — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market #22 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for KenJo Market #12 11-k — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market #12 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for KenJo Market #11 11-j — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market #11 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018
Ordinance to rezone property on Kingston Pike 12-n — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the north side of Kingston Pike, east side of Walker Springs Road, from C-4 (Highway and Arterial Commercial) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District, Land Development Solutions, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-I-18-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Motion to withdraw:Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Aug 14, 2018
Approve minutes of previous meeting approve the minutes of the July 31, 2018 Regular Meeting of City Council
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Ordinance appropriating funds for Boys & Girls Clubs An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from Parks and Recreation Department funds and donating same to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to be utilized toward the Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article III, Division 2, Section 4-131 An Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article III, Division 2, Section 4-131 of the Knoxville City Code so as to amend certain distance requirements to coincide with newly enacted state law.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Authorize agreement with Fulghum MacIndoe for LED Lighting Retrofit R-285-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fulghum MacIndoe & Associates, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $314,738.00 for the LED Lighting Retrofit Project.(Requested by Office of Sustainability)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Annex land at 7720 Pocanno Road and approve Plan of Services R-284-2018 — A Resolution to effect annexation of a tract of land located at 7720 Pocanno Road and to approve a Plan of Services for said area. (Requested by Office of Redevelopment)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Contract with Holston Construction for KAT bus lift system replacement R-282-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Holston Construction Services, LLC to remove and replace the existing in-ground hydraulic bus lift system at the KAT Maintenance Shop in an amount not to exceed $269,323.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Authorize sale of surplus property at 504 N. Chestnut Street R-281-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary for the sale of surplus property located at 504 N. Chestnut Street (Parcel ID No. 082-JP-017) to Thanh Nguyen d/b/a Knoxville Fixer Upper, LLC, for a purchase price of $1,500.00.(Requested by Finance Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Authorize sale of surplus property at 308 Parham Street R-280-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary for the sale of surplus property located at 308 Parham Street (Parcel ID No. 082-NA-015) to Kenneth Levon Thurman, for a purchase price of $1,600.00.(Requested by Finance Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Apply for and accept Cities for Citizenship Grant R-279-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a Cities for Citizenship Grant in the amount of $50,000.00, and if approved, award subgrants to Tennessee Immigrant Empowerment Solutions, Inc. and Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition.(Requested by Mayor Rogero)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Adopt Hazard Mitigation Plan Major Update R-278-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to adopt the "Major Update" to the Knox County, City of Knoxville and Town of Farragut Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Amend contract for 2017 Neighborhood Drainage Phase II Project R-277-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0169 with HS Construction & Excavating, LLC for the 2017 Neighborhood Drainage Phase II Project, increasing the contract amount by $50,319.88 for a new contract total of $524,728.88.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Amend contract for Merchant Dr/Clinton Hwy Intersection Improvements R-276-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-14-0152 with Gresham Smith and Partners, Inc. for the Merchant Drive/Clinton Highway Intersection Improvements Project, increasing the contract amount by $22,000.00 for a new contract total of $187,360.00, and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2018. (Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Amend contract for 2017 Sidewalk Replacement Project R-275-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-17-0212 with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for the 2017 Sidewalk Replacement Project, increasing the contract amount by $14,397.60 for a new contract total of $1,275,894.06 and extending the date of completion to August 17, 2018. (Requested by Department of Engineering)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Accept insurance proposal from Affiliated FM Insurance Company R-274-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a proposal from Affiliated FM Insurance Company to provide property, flood, earthquake and boiler and machinery insurance coverage insurance for the City of Knoxville for an annual premium not to exceed $219,815.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Authorize grant application for Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction R-273-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for a Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Grant in an amount up to $3,600,000.00, with a required local match in the amount of $300,000.00, and, if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept such a grant award. (Requested by Community Development Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 31, 2018
Authorize agreement with K-KC Community Action for Homeward Bound Program R-272-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $140,000.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funding for the Homeward Bound Program.(Requested by Community Development Department)
Finbarr Saunders’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous

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