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Janet Testerman’s votes on Intergovernmental & resolutions

100 recorded votes: 91 aye · 3 no · 4 abstain · 2 absent

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Dec 12, 2023
Authorize MOU with Knox County for Homeland Security Grant R-405-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a memorandum of understanding with Knox County in order for Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency to accept $25,000.00 as a sub recipient of a Homeland Security Grant for equipment and software at the Mobile Command Post and the Emergency Operations Center.(Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Honor memory of Larry G. Cox R-401-2023 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Larry G. Cox, and to express Council's condolences to his family upon the occasion of his passing.(Requested by Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Call on Knoxville Congressional Delegation to oppose H.R. 3557, American Broadband Act of 2023 R-396-2023 — A Resolution respectfully calling on the Knoxville Congressional Delegation to oppose H.R. 3557, the American Broadband Act of 2023.(Requested by Councilmember Parker) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with ICF Incorporated, LLC for climate action planning R-395-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with ICF Incorporated, LLC to support the City of Knoxville in technical analysis and plan development for regional climate action planning in an amount not to exceed $597,321.00.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Honor memory of Larry G. Cox 11-a — A Resolution honoring the memory of Larry G. Cox, and to express Council's condolences to his family upon the occasion of his passing.(Requested by Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Oct 3, 2023
Waive City of Knoxville taxes on Knox County surplus properties R-343-2023 — A Resolution to waive City of Knoxville taxes on Knox County surplus properties pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated §§ 67-5-2507(b)(5) and 67-5-2508(d).(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Authorize grant application and acceptance for Emergency Management R-315-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the state of Tennessee, Department of the Military and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency and, if approved, accept a grant in the amount of $150,000.00 which will reimburse the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency budget for salaries and operating expenses for fiscal year 2024.(Requested by Emergency Management) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize easement agreement with Tennessee Theatre Foundation R-299-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Easement Agreement with the Historic Tennessee Theatre Foundation to allow existing and proposed features of the building located at 612 S Gay Street to encroach into the public rights-of-way of S Gay Street and Journal Place.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute Interlocal Agreement for Knoxville-Knox County Office of Housing Stability R-277-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Interlocal Agreement with Knox County to establish the Knoxville-Knox County Office of Housing Stability.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 22, 2023
Request Knox County Delegation advocate for expanded mental healthcare services in Knoxville R-275-2023 — A Resolution respectfully requesting the members of the Knox County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly advocate for expanded mental health care services in Knoxville.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmembers Singh, Thomas, Rider, McKenzie, Smith, and Fugate) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Jul 11, 2023
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept NLC Advancing Economic Mobility Grant (up to $15,000) R-226-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of up to $15,000.00, with no required local match, from the National League of Cities, under the Advancing Economic Mobility Grant Opportunity Program.(Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 27, 2023
Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee for CARES Act CDBG funding. R-213-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $60,000.00 in CARES Act supplemental Community Development Block Grant funding to support its Homeward Bound Program.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 27, 2023
Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee for rapid re-housing services. R-212-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $105,608.00 in HUD Emergency Solutions Grant funding for the provision of rapid re-housing services through the Homeward Bound Program.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 27, 2023
Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute agreement with Knoxville Leadership Foundation for homelessness prevention services. R-211-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville Leadership Foundation to provide an amount not to exceed $60,000.00 in 2023-2024 Homeless General Funds to provide homelessness prevention services through its Compassion Coalition program.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 27, 2023
Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for rapid re-housing and homelessness prevention. R-210-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center to provide an amount not to exceed $32,564.00 in HUD Emergency Solutions Grant funds and $39,245.00 in Homeless General Funds, for a total contract amount not to exceed $71,809.00 for the provision of rapid re-housing and homelessness prevention services.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 13, 2023
Resolution supporting the Protecting Community Television Act (S. 340/H.R. 907). R-177-2023 — A Resolution expressing support of the Protecting Community Television Act (S. 340/H.R. 907) of the 118th U.S. Congress to clarify that franchise fees are only monetary.(Requested by Councilmember Parker) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 30, 2023
Resolution authorizing agreement with True Grip and Lighting for Festival on the Fourth R-175-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with True Grip and Lighting, Inc. to provide the stage, lighting and production equipment and labor for the Festival on the Fourth, in an annual amount not to exceed $61,196.00, with the option to extend the Agreement to include Festival of the Fourth events in 2024 and 2025.(Requested by Special Events) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 30, 2023
Resolution authorizing application and acceptance of Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant R-174-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant from the United States Department of Energy in the amount of $239,720.00, with no local match required, to develop various energy efficient strategies through projects to build a clean and equitable energy economy for the community.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 30, 2023
Resolution authorizing agreement with Ijams Nature Center for waterway cleanup R-173-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ijams Nature Center to provide trash and debris removal services for the waterways from Forks of the River to the end of Sequoyah Park for an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 annually.(Requested by Public Service Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 30, 2023
Resolution amending and extending agreement with Waste Connections for garbage and recycling R-172-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend and extend an agreement with Waste Connections of Tennessee, Inc. (WCI) for the collection of all household garbage and recycling materials with the City of Knoxville for an estimated amount of $468,000.00 annually.(Requested by Public Service Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 30, 2023
Resolution amending agreement with Clean Earth Alabama for hazardous waste disposal R-171-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend an agreement with Clean Earth Alabama, Inc. to increase the cost to provide transportation and disposal services for the hazardous wastes collected through the joint City/County Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Program for an estimated amount of $56,664.57 annually plus collection of batteries and DOT transportation containers at an estimated cost of $10,000.00 annually.(Requested by Public Service Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Request state legislators to address firearm violence and order of protection laws R-140-2023 — A Resolution respectfully requesting state legislators representing the City of Knoxville work toward the adoption of legislation recognizing violence involving firearms as a particular threat for young people in Tennessee and enacting a stronger order of protection law.(Requested by Mayor/Mayor's Youth Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Abstain Adopted 6-0-2-1
May 16, 2023
Recognize centennial anniversary of Ironworkers Local 384 R-139-2023 — A Resolution recognizing the centennial anniversary of Ironworkers Local 384 and celebrating the work and community involvement of members of Local 384 in Knoxville and our region.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmembers Smith, Singh, Rider, Thomas, McKenzie, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to join Tennessee State-Subdivision Opioid Abatement Agreement amendment R-109-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the City of Knoxville, to execute all documents necessary to join the State of Tennessee and other local governments in amending the Tennessee State-Subdivision Opioid Abatement Agreement and approving the related settlement agreements.(Requested by Law Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2023
Resolution opposing SB 0526 and reaffirming local control over city elections. R-95-2023 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville requesting that SB 0526 be opposed by members of the Knox County Delegation and the Senate State and Local Government Committee and reaffirming the rights and guarantees provided to the citizens of Knoxville through their adoption of home rule under Article 11, Section 9 of the Constitution and in the rights so enshrined by vote of the people do hereby encourage the members of the State Legislature to continue to acknowledge and support local control over city elections as reserved for the people of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Vice-Mayor Roberto) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Award grants from Youth Violence Prevention Week Microgrants Program R-71-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award a total amount not to exceed $31,148.00 in grants from the 2023 Youth Violence Prevention Week Microgrants Program grants to provide support and programming for youth and young adults to 11 community-based organizations in the City.(Requested by Office of Community Safety) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Authorize Mayor to apply for AARP Community Challenge Flagship Grant R-70-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the African American Equity Restoration Taskforce, to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept an AARP Community Challenge Flagship Grant in an amount up to $50,000.00, with no local match required, to support certain initiatives of the African American Equity Restoration Taskforce.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Authorize Mayor to enter Greenspace Agreement with Lincoln Memorial University R-69-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Greenspace Agreement with Lincoln Memorial University for a portion of the former St. Mary's Hospital site that will be a public park in the future.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Authorize Mayor to transfer property for Lincoln Memorial University Tower entrance R-68-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to transfer a section of property along the west side of the Lincoln Memorial University Tower in order to establish a main entrance to the tower at the former St. Mary's Hospital site.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Authorize Mayor to transfer property in St. Mary's Redevelopment Area R-67-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to transfer three parcels of real property in the St. Mary's Redevelopment Area to Knoxville's Community Development Corporation.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Authorize PILOT negotiation with Dominion Riverside LLC R-54-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from Dominion Riverside LLC, or affiliates thereof, payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes (“PILOT”) with respect to real property located at 1624 Riverside Drive, Parcel ID of 095 JB 002, Knoxville, Tennessee, and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tenn. Code Ann. § 7-53-305.(Requested by Economic Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Honor memory of Bill Pittman R-51-2023 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Bill Pittman, and to express Council's condolences to his family upon the occasion of his passing.(Requested by Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 7, 2023
Terminate utility easement at 124 S. Concord Street R-39-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to join with KUB in terminating a 1929 utility easement for improvements not constructed at 124 S. Concord Street, as requested by the property owner.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 24, 2023
Authorize Mayor to approve amendments to 2019-2020 Housing and Neighborhood Development plan R-26-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to approve substantial amendments to the 2019-2020 Annual Plan for Housing and Neighborhood Development to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and 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
Dec 13, 2022
Execute agreement with SEEED for Opportunity Knox program R-376-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Socially Equal Energy Efficient Development (SEEED) in an annual amount not to exceed $30,000.00 for three years for the Opportunity Knox program.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Nov 29, 2022
Apply for NEH grant for African American Equity Restoration Taskforce R-361-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Cultural and Community Resilience National Endowment for the Humanities in an amount not to exceed $150,000.00 with no local match required for the safeguarding of cultural resources and fostering cultural resilience on behalf of the African American Equity Restoration Taskforce.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 29, 2022
Honor memory of Mae Moody R-359-2022 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Mae Moody, and to express City Council's condolences to her family upon the occasion of her passing.(Requested by Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Execute quitclaim deed to RUDAS, LLC for property at 2500 East Glenwood Avenue R-325-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to RUDAS, LLC for one parcel of property located at 2500 East Glenwood Avenue, Parcel ID No. 082-JE-001, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $5,600.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Oct 18, 2022
Execute quitclaim deed to Knox Housing Partnership for property at 2413 Wilson Ave R-324-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Knox Housing Partnership, Inc. d/b/a/ HomeSource east tennessee, for one parcel of property located at 2413 Wilson Avenue, Parcel ID No. 082-NA-029, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $6,000.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Multi-party agreement to fund homelessness prevention case management program R-323-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a multi-party agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee and Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation to fund the Case Management Program focused on homelessness prevention in KCDC elderly/disabled housing in the amount of $187,500.00, with the City's portion not to exceed $156,250.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 20, 2022
Authorize Mayor to approve Interlocal Agreement for Joint Economic and Community Development Board R-282-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to approve the execution of an Interlocal Agreement relating to the Joint Economic and Community Development Board.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 6, 2022
Apply for HUD Continuum of Care Planning Grant R-273-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for a Continuum of Care Planning Grant in the amount of $52,266.00, with a required 25% local match, and if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept such grant award.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 6, 2022
Affirm residents' right to access obstetric and gynecological health care R-267-2022 — A Resolution affirming that all city residents should have the right to access fundamental obstetric and gynecological health care services.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh, Parker, McKenzie, Thomas, Rider, Fugate and Vice Mayor Roberto) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Abstain Adopted 8-0-1-0
Aug 23, 2022
Authorize Mayor to execute first amendment to Interlocal Project Agreement for multi-use stadium R-250-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute the first amendment to the Interlocal Project Agreement (multi-use stadium project) with Knox County, Tennessee and the Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee.(Requested by Department of Economic and Community Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-2-0-1
Split
Aug 23, 2022
Authorize Mayor to execute first amendment to Interlocal Project Agreement for multi-use stadium R-250-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute the first amendment to the Interlocal Project Agreement (multi-use stadium project) with Knox County, Tennessee and the Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee.(Requested by Department of Economic and Community Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-1-0
Split
Aug 9, 2022
Resolution authorizing agreement with KCDC for Downtown Cinema support R-240-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville's Community Development Corporation to provide administrative services and operational support to the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville and the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville for the Downtown Cinema, including supporting the City's redevelopment priorities, for an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 per year.(Requested by Department of Economic and Community Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 26, 2022
Amend PILOT transaction for BNA Associates, LLC R-216-2022 — A resolution to amend Resolution No R-176-2021 approving The Industrial Development Board of the County of Knox entering into a payment-in-lieu of tax (PILOT) transaction with BNA Associates, LLC with respect to certain property located at 912 South Gay Street, Knoxville, TN.(Requested by Economic and Community Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jun 14, 2022
Recognize LGBTQ+ Pride and History Months in Knoxville R-169-2022 — A Resolution recognizing LGBTQ+ pride and LGBTQ+ history months and the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning individuals fighting to live freely as their authentic selves in the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Councilmembers Parker, McKenzie, and Singh) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Absent Adopted 6-0-0-3
Unanimous
Mar 8, 2022
Authorize Mayor to agree with Knox County for N. Central Street public parking R-82-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Knox County, Tennessee regarding the use of surface parking lots to support public parking in the N. Central Street area.(Requested by Department of Economic & Community Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 22, 2022
Request state legislators to recognize gun violence as a public health issue. R-61-2022 — A Resolution respectfully requesting the state legislators representing the City of Knoxville to work towards the adoption and immediate enactment of legislation recognizing gun violence as a public health issue.(Requested by Councilmembers Parker and McKenzie) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 8, 2022
Authorize agreement with Knoxville Chamber of Commerce for Latino community business support R-36-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Greater Knoxville Chamber of Commerce to provide funding in an amount not to exceed $90,000.00 to fund a program that will provide financial and business education, digital tools, individualized business coaching, connections to professional services, and establishment of business protocols to the Latino community as an essential culturally-appropriate resource to start or expand their own businesses with the ultimate goal of increasing their economic contributions to Knoxville's economy.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Approve joining Opioid Abatement Agreement R-411-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the City of Knoxville, to execute all documents necessary to join the State of Tennessee and other local governments as participants in the Tennessee State-Subdivision Opioid Abatement Agreement and approving the related settlement agreements.(Requested by Law Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize substantial amendments to 2019-2020 Action Plan R-389-2021 — A Resolution authorizing Substantial Amendments to the 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan 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 Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Acquire 201 Delta Road for flood mitigation R-388-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property in fee simple located at 201 Delta Road, by negotiated purchase, for an amount not to exceed $275,900.00 to alleviate flooding issues.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Accept FEMA Flood Mitigation Grant for 201 Delta Road R-387-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency in the amount of $275,900.00 with no required local match to be used to purchase property in fee simple and demolish the structure at 201 Delta Road.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Clinton Liquor Store license R-378-2021 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Nihaan Corporation d/b/a Clinton Liquor Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Department of Finance) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021 Approve Certificate of Compliance for Clinton Liquor Store license R-378-2021 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Nihaan Corporation d/b/a Clinton Liquor Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Department of Finance) Intergovernmental & resolutions Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Nov 16, 2021
Execute interlocal agreement for Multi-Use Stadium Project R-366-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the execution of an interlocal project agreement (Multi-Use Stadium Project) with Knox County, Tennessee and the Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee.(Requested by Economic & Community Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 5-1-2-1
Split
Nov 2, 2021
Affordable Rental Development Fund award to Inskip Flats, LP R-358-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Inskip Flats, LP to award an amount not to exceed $1,980,000.00 from the Affordable Rental Development Fund for the development of 66 affordable housing units for low income households, to be located at 4755 Romeo Way and 4810 Elder Road.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 2, 2021
Quitclaim deed to Roscoe Millie, Inc. for property on E Glenwood Ave R-357-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Roscoe Millie, Inc. for one parcel of property located at 2500 East Glenwood Avenue, Parcel ID No. 082-JE- 001, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $5,600.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 2, 2021
Accept HOME ARP Grant from HUD R-356-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a grant agreement with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for a HOME Investment Partnerships Program - American Rescue Plan Grant in the amount of $4,076,859.00, with no required matching funds, and any and all documents necessary to accept such grant award.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 2, 2021
Apply for EPA brownfield assessment grant R-355-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Environmental Protection Agency in an amount of approximately $500,000.00 with no City match required to be used to conduct assessments of brownfield sites.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 19, 2021
Authorize Interlocal Project Agreement with Knox County for St. Mary's urgent care facility R-329-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Interlocal Project Agreement with Knox County for the planning and development of an urgent care/behavioral health facility at 1515 Saint Mary Street on the historic St. Mary's Campus.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 21, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to enter MOU and Fiber Optic Agreement with Lenoir City Utilities Board R-303-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding and a Fiber Optic Agreement with the Lenoir City Utilities Board to allow infrastructure attachments and authorizing related work.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021
Approve amendments to bylaws of Mayor's Council on Disability Issues R-288-2021 — A Resolution approving amendments to the bylaws of the Mayor's Council on Disability Issues.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021
Apply for grant for ICAC COVID Response from TN Dept. of Criminal Justice R-287-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award from the State of Tennessee Department of Criminal Justice Programs in the amount of $100,000.00, with no required local match, for Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program Internet Crimes Against Children COVID Response to assist in preventing, preparing for and responding to the Coronavirus pandemic as it relates to ICAC(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021
Apply for FTA grant for Knoxville Area Transit feasibility study R-286-2021 — 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 to provide funding in the amount of $360,000.00 to Knoxville Area Transit pursuant to the 2021 areas of Persistent Poverty Program, with a city match of up to $40,000.00 in order to conduct a study to determine the feasibility of providing access to opportunities without the need for automobile ownership.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021
Amend City Code to allow volunteers to serve beer at major events O-107-2021 — An Ordinance amending Chapter 4, Article II, Division 1 of the Knoxville City Code so as to allow certain permittees to utilize volunteers to serve beer at major events.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Roberto) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-1-0-2
Split
Jul 27, 2021
Request report on zero tolerance policy for racist/sexist practices R-263-2021 — A Resolution respectfully requesting the appropriate city department(s) to study and make a report to City Council regarding a zero tolerance policy for racist or sexist practices within city government.(Requested by Councilmember Parker) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021
Request report on zero tolerance policy for racist/sexist practices R-263-2021 — A Resolution respectfully requesting the appropriate city department(s) to study and make a report to City Council regarding a zero tolerance policy for racist or sexist practices within city government.(Requested by Councilmember Parker) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Interlocal agreement with KUB for low-income internet program funding R-229-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) for the purpose of providing funding for KUB's community low-income internet program to pay for broadband internet service for eligible low-income households receiving broadband internet service from KUB and located within the jurisdictional limits of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Abstain Adopted 7-0-2-0
Jun 29, 2021
Authorize KUB to provide broadband services R-228-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) to provide broadband services to the fullest extent permitted by Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 7, Chapter 52, Part 6, and otherwise applicable law.(Requested by Law Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-1-0
Jun 15, 2021
Approve PILOT transaction for BNA Associates, LLC at 912 S Gay St Resolution No. R-176-2021 — A Resolution approving the Industrial Development Board of the County of Knox to enter into a payment-in-lieu-of-tax ("PILOT") transaction with BNA Associates, LLC with respect to certain property located at 912 South Gay Street, Knoxville, TN.(Requested by Economic and Community Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
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
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 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
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 6, 2021
Authorize agreement with Cities United for violence reduction services R-101-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Cities United to provide coaching and capacity building services related to violence reduction for an amount not to exceed $75,000.00.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 9, 2021
Agreement with Knox County for Household Hazardous Waste Facility R-85-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knox County, Tennessee to share costs associated with the operation of the Household Hazardous Waste Facility located at 1033 Elm Street with Knox County reimbursing the City for 50% of operating costs and commensurate share of disposal costs.(Requested by Public Service Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 9, 2021
Request legislative bill for mixed-use stadium tax revenue allocation R-70-2021 — A Resolution requesting that the members of the General Assembly representing the City of Knoxville introduce and seek passage of a legislative bill regarding state and local tax revenue allocation for a mixed-use stadium in the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 9, 2021
Request legislative bill for mixed-use stadium tax revenue allocation R-70-2021 — A Resolution requesting that the members of the General Assembly representing the City of Knoxville introduce and seek passage of a legislative bill regarding state and local tax revenue allocation for a mixed-use stadium in the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: No Motion to defer:Failed 2-7-0-0
Split Failed
Feb 23, 2021
Waive City of Knoxville taxes on Knox County surplus properties R-56-2021 — A Resolution to waive City of Knoxville taxes on Knox County surplus properties pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated §§ 67-5-2507(b)(3) and 67-5-2508(d).(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 26, 2021
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Wishkey, LLC liquor store license R-20-2021 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Wishkey, LLC d/b/a East End Liquor and Tobacco 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) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 12, 2021
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept a 2021 Financial Empowerment Center Planning Grant R-10-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and if awarded, accept a 2021 Financial Empowerment Center Planning Grant from the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund in the amount of $20,000.00 with no City match for implementation of the planning phase to embed financial empowerment strategies into our ongoing work of equity and inclusion.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 12, 2021
Authorize Mayor to award Neighborhood Small Grants Program grants for community building R-9-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award a total amount not to exceed $19,500.00 in Neighborhood Small Grants Program grants to support community-building activities planned by six neighborhood organizations in the City.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 12, 2021
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept grant for Emergency Management Agency budget R-8-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the State of Tennessee, Department of the Military and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency and, if approved, accept a grant in the amount of $150,000.00 which will subsidize the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency budget for salaries and operating expenses for fiscal year 2021.(Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 12, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute quitclaim deed to Knoxville Habitat for Humanity for property R-7-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Knoxville Habitat for Humanity, Inc. for one parcel of property located at 3316 Thomas Street, Parcel ID No. 081-IQ-017, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $1,500.00.(Requested by Community Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 12, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League for homelessness prevention R-6-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League to provide an amount not to exceed $225,000.00 in HUD ESG-CV funding for the provision of homelessness prevention services, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-1-1
Jan 12, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with KCDC for Western Heights Revitalization Master Planning R-5-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation for Western Heights Revitalization Master Planning, in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00.(Requested by Community Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Resolution to acknowledge and apologize for past actions harming African Americans R-367-2020 — A Resolution to acknowledge and apologize for past actions hurting African Americans and to address equity restoration.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Resolution to acknowledge and apologize for past actions harming African Americans R-367-2020 — A Resolution to acknowledge and apologize for past actions hurting African Americans and to address equity restoration.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Motion to suspend the rules:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize creation of "The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville" R-353-2020 — A Resolution of the City of Knoxville authorizing the creation of "The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee."(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize creation of "The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville" R-353-2020 — A Resolution of the City of Knoxville authorizing the creation of "The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee."(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize creation of "The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville" R-353-2020 — A Resolution of the City of Knoxville authorizing the creation of "The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee."(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: No Motion to defer:Failed 2-7-0-0
Split Failed
Dec 15, 2020
Congratulate Vice President Elect Kamala Harris R-351-2020 — A Resolution congratulating Vice President Elect Kamala Harris.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Thomas, Singh and Rider) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Abstain Adopted 8-0-1-0
Dec 1, 2020
Approve lease with E-911 for former Women's Pavilion. R-328-2020 — A Resolution approving a lease between the City and Knoxville/Knox County E-911 (E-911) to lease 18,000 square feet of the former Women's Pavilion located at 1630 Huron Street, one of the buildings in the new Knoxville Public Safety Complex for a term of not less than thirty years.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 17, 2020
Approve ESG funding proposals under CARES Act R-318-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to submit Emergency Solutions Grant program funding proposals under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act as a substantial amendment to the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan and 2019-2020 Action Plan for Housing and Community Development to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any associated documents and certifications.(Requested by Community Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 17, 2020 Approve Certificate of Compliance for Ray's Market & Deli Wine License R-316-2020 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Ray's Market & Deli relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Nov 3, 2020
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Northshore Marathon Wine License R-302-2020 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Northshore Marathon relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Janet Testerman’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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