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Janet Testerman’s votes

100 recorded votes: 100 aye

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Jun 1, 2021
Authorize grant application for Knoxville Area Transit A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration and the Tennessee Department of Transportation to provide funding in the total amount of $2,068,824.00 to Knoxville Area Transit pursuant to the Highway Infrastructure Program of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act which requires a City match of $229,870.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize agreement with GMV Syncromatics for KAT's CAD/AVL System A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with GMV Syncromatics to replace Knoxville Area Transit's existing CAD/AVL System and install, integrate and host for a period of five years an intelligent transportation system solution at an initial, first-year cost not to exceed $3,419,484.00 for the contract base system and a total cost for years two through five not to exceed $1,795,455.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Leadership Foundation A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Leadership Foundation to provide $316,800.00 in HUD CDBG-CV funding for housing stability services for households impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with a specific emphasis on youth aging out of foster care, as part of the City's response to Covid-19.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize subgrantee agreement with Catholic Charities A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Catholic Charities of East Tennessee to provide funding in an amount not to exceed $35,000.00 in City of Knoxville Homeless General Funds and HUD ESG-CV funds for Emergency Shelter/Services, as part of the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Amend subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County CAC C-21-0107 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee, Document No. C-21-0107, to increase the funding to provide an additional $20,000.00 in HUD ESG-CV funding, for a new total contract amount not to exceed $120,000.00, and to increase the number served from 60 to 70 families and senior citizens in the City of Knoxville who are experiencing homelessness during the Covid-19 Pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Contracts & purchasing
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-1-1
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize agreement for Pedestrian and Bicycle Pavement Marking Project R-165-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Superior Pavement Marking, Inc. for the 2021 Pedestrian and Bicycle Pavement Marking Project for an amount not to exceed $228,262.50.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize contribution to United Way for violence interruption R-164-2021 — A Resolution authorizing a contribution not to exceed $50,000.00 to the United Way of Greater Knoxville's Direct Neighborhood Fund to support violence interruption activities led by local non-profit organizations.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize agreement for new play structure at Fort Kid R-163-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Great Southern Recreation for the final design and construction of a new play structure at Fort Kid at World's Fair Park for an amount not to exceed $450,000.00.(Requested by Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize agreement with Change Center for youth enrichment R-162-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the Change Center to support youth enrichment services in Knoxville starting in the summer of 2021 and to provide additional services in support of Empower Knox and other City initiatives in an amount not to exceed $150,000.00.(Requested by Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Approve appeal for property at 4605 Central Avenue Pike 4-E-21-VA — A Resolution approving an Appeal by Benjamin C. Mullins on behalf of Dr. Todd Stinnett of the Board of Zoning Appeal’s decision to uphold the Zoning Administrator's interpretation, described herein, for property located at 4605 Central Avenue Pike. (File No. 4-E-21-VA).(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Confirm appointments to Design Review Board R-161-2021 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Cameron Bolin and reappointment of Rick Blackburn and John Thurman to the Design Review Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Grant pension to Jason W. Keck R-160-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,737.82 per month to Jason W. Keck, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Grant pension to Franklin L. Ramsey R-159-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,378.50 per month to Franklin L. Ramsey, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Grant pension to Chevelle C. Lewis R-158-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,097.87 per month to Chevelle C. Lewis, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Grant pension to Keith J. Hogue R-157-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $705.77 per month to Keith J. Hogue, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Approve minutes of May 18, 2021 meeting approve the minutes of the May 18, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution appreciating Legacy Parks Foundation's donation of land and authorizing acceptance R-156-2021 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Legacy Parks Foundation for the donation of 53.86 Acres on the north side of Sharps Ridge and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to amend agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for Foyer restrooms R-155-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a First Amendment to Agreement No. C-20-0278 with Volunteer Ministry Center to provide an additional $58,342.00 in ESG-CV funds for rehabilitation/construction of the public restroom facilities at The Foyer and to extend the term of the Agreement to allow time for completion of this work, as part of the City's response to COVID-19.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Budget & taxes
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to agree with Volunteer Ministry Center for rapid re-housing funds R-154-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center to provide an amount not to exceed $585,700.00 in HUD ESG-CV funds for rapid re-housing services, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Budget & taxes
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to amend agreement with CAC for Rapid Re-Housing services R-153-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to Agreement No. C-21-0106 with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to extend the term of the Agreement and to provide an additional $396,508.08 in ESG-CV funding, for a new total contract amount not to exceed $516,508.08 for Rapid Re-Housing services to 350 families and senior citizens in the City of Knoxville who are experiencing homelessness during the coronavirus/Covid-19 pandemic.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Budget & taxes
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-1-0
May 18, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to contract with Duracap Asphalt Paving for 2021 Citywide Paving R-152-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Duracap Asphalt Paving Company, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $336,864.20 for the 2021 Citywide Facilities Paving Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to acquire property for Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project up to $125k R-151-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, in fee simple and for easements within five tracts of real property as part of the Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project for a total amount not to exceed $125,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution proposing annexation of land near Luscombe Drive and Bardon Road, with service plan R-150-2021 — A Resolution proposing to annex a tract of land northeast of Luscombe Drive and approximately 300 feet northeast of the intersection of Bardon Road and Luscombe Drive and to approve a plan of services for said area.(Requested by Economic and Community Development) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution proposing annexation of land near Callahan Drive and approval of services plan R-149-2021 — A Resolution proposing to annex one parcel of land and a portion of a parcel of land abutting the northern right-of-way of Callahan Drive and to approve a plan of services for said area.(Requested by Economic and Community Development) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to agree with LMU for parking at 1531 St. Mary's Street R-148-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) for the non-exclusive use of 205 parking spaces at 1531 St. Mary's Street to provide parking for students, staff and visitors of LMU's educational facility at Magdalen Clarke Tower for a period of one year for $500.00 per year with the option to renew for four one-year extensions.(Requested by Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution honoring Knoxville historians Robert "Bob" Booker and Jack Neely R-147-2021 — A Resolution honoring notable Knoxville historians Robert "Bob" Booker and Jack Neely.(Requested by Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to rezone 2100 Chipman Street from RN-4 to I-MU O-65-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2100 Chipman Street from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Terry L. Harris, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-F-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance approving One Year Plan Amendment for 2100 Chipman Street from Heavy to Light Industrial O-64-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Terry L. Harris for a One Year Plan Amendment from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial for property located at 2100 Chipman Street. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-A-21-PA) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to amend Central City Sector Plan for 2100 Chipman Street from Heavy to Light Industrial O-63-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Terry L. Harris for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial for property located at 2100 Chipman Street. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-B-21-SP) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to amend Zoning Code to remove planned district designation from O Nickle Road O-62-2021 — An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as "The City of Knoxville Zoning Code," to remove a previously approved planned district (C) designation from property located at O Nickle Road, Chris Sharp, P.E. / Urban Engineering, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 4-F-21-SU) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to amend Knoxville City Code to establish the Affordable Housing Fund O-61-2021 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Articles II and IV of the Knoxville City Code to establish the Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund.(Requested by Administration) Budget & taxes
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to amend City Code Section 2-450 regarding Classification and Compensation Plans O-60-2021 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Article III, Division 2, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to levy property tax for General Fund & Debt Service Fund for FY 2021-2022 O-59-2021 — An Ordinance to levy a tax on all taxable properties, real, personal and mixed, within the corporate limits of the City of Knoxville to provide sufficient revenues to fund the General fund and Debt Service Fund operations and Debt Service obligations of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance fixing annual appropriations for City of Knoxville departments for FY 2021-2022 O-58-2021 — An Ordinance making and fixing the annual appropriations for the several departments, agencies, and funds of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 20/21 into FY 21/22.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
May 18, 2021
Resolution confirming Lola Alapo's appointment to Visit Knoxville Board of Directors R-146-2021 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Lola Alapo to the Visit Knoxville Board of Directors.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution appointing Councilmember Amelia Parker to Community Television of Knoxville Board R-145-2021 — A Resolution appointing Councilmember Amelia Parker to serve on the Board of Directors of Community Television of Knoxville.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to rezone 2002 Thunderhead Road from C-R-2 to C-G-3 12-a — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2002 Thunderhead Road from C-R-2 (Regional Commercial) District to C-G-3 (General Commercial) District, Taylor Forrester for Northshore Market Investor, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 12-B-20-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to remove planned district designation from 2002 Thunderhead Road 10-a — An Ordinance to remove a previously approved planned district designation from property located at 2002 Thunderhead Road, Taylor D. Forrester for Northshore Market Investor, LLC, Applicant, on appeal from a denial by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission. (Planning Commission File No. 12-C-20-SU) (Planning Commission Denied 8-6) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
May 18, 2021
Approval of minutes from the May 4, 2021 City Council meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the May 4, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance to rezone property at 2100 Chipman Street from RN-4 to I-MU District An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2100 Chipman Street from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Terry L. Harris, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-F-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance approving One Year Plan Amendment for 2100 Chipman Street An Ordinance approving the request of Terry L. Harris for a One Year Plan Amendment from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial for property located at 2100 Chipman Street. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-A-21-PA) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance approving amendment to Central City Sector Plan for 2100 Chipman Street An Ordinance approving the request of Terry L. Harris for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial for property located at 2100 Chipman Street. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-B-21-SP) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance to amend Knoxville Zoning Code by removing planned district designation from O Nickle Road property An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as "The City of Knoxville Zoning Code," to remove a previously approved planned district (C) designation from property located at O Nickle Road, Chris Sharp, P.E. / Urban Engineering, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 4-F-21-SU) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance to amend City Code to establish Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Articles II and IV of the Knoxville City Code to establish the Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund.(Requested by Administration)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance to amend City Code regarding Classification and Compensation Plans An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Article III, Division 2, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance to levy tax on all taxable properties for City of Knoxville FY 2021-2022 An Ordinance to levy a tax on all taxable properties, real, personal and mixed, within the corporate limits of the City of Knoxville to provide sufficient revenues to fund the General fund and Debt Service Fund operations and Debt Service obligations of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022.(Requested by Finance Department)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance fixing annual appropriations for City of Knoxville departments for FY 2021-2022 An Ordinance making and fixing the annual appropriations for the several departments, agencies, and funds of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 20/21 into FY 21/22.(Requested by Finance Department)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Cintas for uniform and floor mat rental R-144-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Participating Agency Agreement with Cintas for the rental of uniforms and floor mats in an amount not to exceed $80,000 annually.(Requested by Purchasing) Contracts & purchasing
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League for HUD CDBG-CV funds R-143-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League to provide an amount not to exceed $90,000.00 in HUD CDBG-CV funds for Housing Stabilization Services, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize submission of 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan to HUD R-142-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the submission of the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan to the Five-Year Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and authorizing the Mayor to execute any required documents under the Community Development Block Grant, Home Investment Partnerships Act, and Emergency Solutions Grant programs.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to transfer property on Hannah Avenue to Emerald Charter Schools R-141-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary for the transfer of real property located on Hannah Avenue at Carrick Street to Emerald Charter Schools.(Requested by Finance Department) Schools
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to enter construction agreement with CSX for Amherst Road Slope Stabilization R-140-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a construction agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $230,405.12 as part of the Amherst Road Slope Stabilization Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to acquire easements within CSX property for Amherst Road Slope Stabilization R-139-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire easements by negotiated purchase within CSX Transportation Railroad property for $23,000.00, as part of the Amherst Road Slope Stabilization Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to acquire property for Lancaster Drive Sidewalk Improvements Project R-138-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, in fee simple and for easements within twelve tracts of real property as part of the Lancaster Drive Sidewalk Improvements Project for a total amount not to exceed $575,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for Woodland Avenue Bridge repair R-137-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $163,053.00 for the Woodland Avenue Bridge Joint & Approach Repair Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for Boyds Bridge Pike repair R-136-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $131,425.00 for the Boyds Bridge Pike Bridge Joint and Approach Repair Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for 2021 Resurfacing Phase II R-135-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $3,056,338.25 for the 2021 Resurfacing Phase II Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance to rezone property at 4821 North Broadway from C-G-2 to C-G-1 District O-57-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 4821 North Broadway from C-G-2 (General Commercial) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Erick Garcia Salas, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 7-6) (File No. 2-E-21-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
May 4, 2021
Appoint Julie Eisenhower to the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee R-134-2021 — A Resolution appointing Julie Eisenhower to serve as a member of the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Testerman) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Confirm Mayor's nomination of Amy Midis to Planning Commission R-133-2021 — A Resolution confirming the Mayor's nomination of Amy Midis to a seat on the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Approve reappointment of Maribel Koella to Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority R-132-2021 — A Resolution approving the reappointment of Maribel Koella to the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Grant a pension of $3,360.40 per month to Krista L. Davies A Resolution granting a pension of $3,360.40 per month to Krista L. Davies, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Grant a pension of $874.95 per month to Darrell G. Johnson A Resolution granting a pension of $874.95 per month to Darrell G. Johnson, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Grant a pension of $4,247.23 per month to Donald R. Emmett, Jr. A Resolution granting a pension of $4,247.23 per month to Donald R. Emmett, Jr., an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Approve Certificate of Compliance for KNX400, LLC d/b/a Earth Fare wine license A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KNX400, LLC d/b/a Earth Fare relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Towne Fine Wine & Spirits liquor store license A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Towne Fine Wine & Spirits, LLC d/b/a Towne Fine Wine & Spirits relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (ABC) for a license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Finance Department)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Withdraw ordinance to rezone properties on Merchant Drive and Oakhill Drive An Ordinance to rezone a portion of property located at 2400 Merchant Drive from C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District and AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) / HP (Hillside Protection) District, and to rezone a portion of properties located at 2600 Merchant Drive and 5291 Oakhill Drive from AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) / HP (Hillside Protection) District, Benjamin C. Mullins for Hilton Capital Group, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-C-21-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Withdrawn 8-0-0-1
Withdrawn
May 4, 2021
Withdraw ordinance approving One Year Plan Amendment for properties on Merchant Drive/Oakhill Drive An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential / Hillside Protection to Medium Density Residential/Office / Hillside Protection for a portion of properties located at 2400 and 2600 Merchant Drive and at 5291 Oakhill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-E-21-PA) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Withdrawn 8-0-0-1
Withdrawn
May 4, 2021
Withdraw ordinance amending Northwest City Sector Plan for properties on Merchant Drive/Oakhill Drive An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for Hilton Capital Group for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential / Hillside Protection to Medium Density Residential/Office / Hillside Protection for a portion of properties located at 2400 and 2600 Merchant Drive and at 5291 Oakhill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-E-21-SP) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Withdrawn 8-0-0-1
Withdrawn
May 4, 2021
Approve minutes from the April 20, 2021 City Council regular meeting Approval of the minutes of the April 20, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Rezone properties on Merchant Drive and Oakhill Drive to RN-5 / HP District 12-d — An Ordinance to rezone a portion of property located at 2400 Merchant Drive from C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District and AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) / HP (Hillside Protection) District, and to rezone a portion of properties located at 2600 Merchant Drive and 5291 Oakhill Drive from AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) / HP (Hillside Protection) District, Benjamin C. Mullins for Hilton Capital Group, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-C-21-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Rezone properties on Merchant Drive and Oakhill Drive to RN-5 / HP District 12-d — An Ordinance to rezone a portion of property located at 2400 Merchant Drive from C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District and AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) / HP (Hillside Protection) District, and to rezone a portion of properties located at 2600 Merchant Drive and 5291 Oakhill Drive from AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) / HP (Hillside Protection) District, Benjamin C. Mullins for Hilton Capital Group, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-C-21-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 7-1-0-0
Split
Apr 20, 2021
Approve one-year plan amendment for properties on Merchant Drive and Oakhill Drive 12-c — An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for Hilton Capital Group for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential / Hillside Protection to Medium Density Residential/Office / Hillside Protection for a portion of properties located at 2400 and 2600 Merchant Drive and at 5291 Oakhill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-E-21-PA) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Approve plan amendment for properties on Merchant Drive and Oakhill Drive 12-b — An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for Hilton Capital Group for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential / Hillside Protection to Medium Density Residential/Office / Hillside Protection for a portion of properties located at 2400 and 2600 Merchant Drive and at 5291 Oakhill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-E-21-SP) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Emergency ordinance appropriating $13,000 to East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers O-56-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $13,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers Association to cover expenses related to establishing the association.(Requested by Administration) Public safety
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to lease Dr. E. V. Davidson Recreation Center pool to Emerald Youth Foundation R-126-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement to lease the pool facilities at the Dr. E. V. Davidson Recreation Center located at 3124 Wilson Avenue to Emerald Youth Foundation for serving the youth of Knoxville.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to license agreement with State of Tennessee for Downtown PetSafe Dog Park R-125-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a license agreement with the State of Tennessee allowing the continued use of the Downtown PetSafe Dog Park.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries for Housing Assistance R-124-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries to provide an amount not to exceed $200,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant/Community Development Block Grant - Coronavirus funds for Housing Assistance, as part of the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Budget & taxes
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize submission of CDBG/ESG proposals and amendments to 2019-2021 Action Plans R-123-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the submission of Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Solutions Grant program funding proposals under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, and Substantial Amendments to the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 Annual Action Plans for Housing and Neighborhood Development to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any associated documents and certifications.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to agreement with KUB for infrastructure sharing R-122-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the Knoxville Utilities Board to share infrastructure and installation expenses for communications and traffic systems equipment and cabling.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to amend contract with CDM Smith for Amherst Road Slope Stabilization R-121-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0371 with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide additional design services for the Amherst Road Slope Stabilization Project, increasing the contract amount by $22,261.00 for a new contract total of $134,384.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute easement with K&H River Railroad for Sevier Avenue project R-120-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an easement agreement with the Knoxville & Holston River Railroad Company for a public grade railroad crossing as part of the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute easement for Kress Building encroachment into public right-of-way R-119-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an easement agreement to allow existing features of the Kress Building at 417 Gay Street to encroach into the public rights-of-way for Gay Street and Strong Alley.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Request administration allocate $4M in FY2021/2022 budget for crime reduction and prevention R-118-2021 — A Resolution respectfully requesting the administration to allocate $4 million in the FY 2021/2022 budget to reduce and prevent crime, as well as fund interventional programming.(Requested by Councilmember Singh) Public safety
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 20, 2021
Approve contract extension with Crosslin & Associates for FY2021 audit R-117-2021 — A Resolution approving an extension of a contract, Document No. C-18-0283, with Crosslin & Associates to audit the accounts of the City of Knoxville for the Fiscal Year ending 2021 for a total contract price of $169,500.00.(Requested by Audit Committee) Contracts & purchasing
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to contract with Messer Construction for Public Safety Complex redevelopment R-116-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Messer Construction Company to perform and complete all final work for the redevelopment and construction of the Public Safety Complex, Project No. 9018, at the historic St. Mary's Campus site with an estimated completion date of August of 2022, for an amount not to exceed $47,513,000.00.(Requested by Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 20, 2021
Rezone 202 Cedar Lane from Office District to General Commercial District O-55-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 202 Cedar Lane from O (Office) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Ritesh Gaba, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-C-21-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Postpone rezoning of 4821 North Broadway from C-G-2 to C-G-1 9.h — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 4821 North Broadway from C-G-2 (General Commercial) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Erick Garcia Salas, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 7-6) (File No. 2-E-21-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Apr 20, 2021
Adopt the 2021 One Year Plan prepared by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission O-54-2021 — An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2021 as prepared by the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 3-A-21-OYP) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Close unnamed alley between Anderson Drive and Parcel 121 AB 018 O-53-2021 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between Anderson Drive and the western property line of parcel 121 AB 018 and bisecting parcel 121 AB 017, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Central Baptist Church of Bearden, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-A-21-AC) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Close western end of McCarty Avenue; Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds O-52-2021 — An Ordinance to close the western end of McCarty Avenue between West Blount Avenue and the northeast corner of Parcel 109 IH 017, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Bobby C. Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-C-21-SC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Close eastern portion of McCarty Avenue; Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds O-51-2021 — An Ordinance to close the eastern portion of McCarty Avenue between the northwest corner of Parcel 109 IH 014 and the northwest corner of Parcel 109 IH 008, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Bobby C. Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-B-21-SC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Close a portion of Wrinkle Avenue; Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to adjacent owners O-50-2021 — An Ordinance to close a portion of Wrinkle Avenue beginning 50 feet to the west of the southeast lot line of parcel 109 IA 011 and continuing to the southwest lot line of parcel 109 IA 011, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Bobby C. Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-A-21-SC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Appropriate $5,000 to Word of Life Ministries for COVID-19 community outreach O-49-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Word of Life Ministries to assist in its efforts to continue community outreach to underserved, unemployed individuals and communities impacted by COVID-19.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Amend City Code to allow prescribed grazing by sheep in addition to goats O-48-2021 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, Article VI, Section 5-108, to allow prescribed grazing by sheep in addition to prescribed grazing by goats.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Appoint directors to the Sports Authority of Knox County and the City of Knoxville R-115-2021 — A Resolution appointing the directors of the Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Administration) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-1-0
Apr 20, 2021
Confirm reappointments of Jackie Lane and Beth Waters to Community Television Board R-114-2021 — A Resolution confirming the reappointments of Jackie Lane and Beth Waters to the Board of Directors of Community Television of Knoxville.(Requested by Law Department) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Postpone ordinance to remove planned district designation from 2002 Thunderhead Road 10-a — An Ordinance to remove a previously approved planned district designation from property located at 2002 Thunderhead Road, Taylor D. Forrester for Northshore Market Investor, LLC, Applicant, on appeal from a denial by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission. (Planning Commission File No. 12-C-20-SU) (Planning Commission Denied 8-6) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Apr 20, 2021
Withdraw resolution reappointing Councilmember Singh to Community Television Board 8-b — A Resolution reappointing Councilmember Seema Singh to serve on the Board of Directors of Community Television of Knoxville.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Personnel & appointments
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Motion to withdraw:Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Apr 20, 2021
Approve minutes from the April 6, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council approve the minutes of the April 6, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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