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Lynne Fugate’s votes split votes

100 recorded votes: 68 aye · 22 no · 10 absent

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Dec 10, 2024
Amend code regarding parking violation penalties and metered parking O-143-2024 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 17, Article II, Division 3, § 17-72 and Article VI, Division 2, § 17-325 of the Knoxville City Code related to parking violation penalties and metered parking, respectively.(Requested by Administration) Roads & infrastructure
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Nov 26, 2024
Amend parking violation penalties and metered parking rules An Ordinance to amend Chapter 17, Article II, Division 3, § 17-72 and Article VI, Division 2, § 17-325 of the Knoxville City Code related to parking violation penalties and metered parking, respectively.(Requested by Administration)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-2-0-1
Split
Oct 15, 2024
Authorize PILOT payments for property at 516 and 0 W. Vine Avenue. R-280-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from City Summit LLC, or an affiliate thereof, payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes (“PILOT”) with respect to certain real property located at 516 and 0 W. Vine Avenue, Knoxville, Tennessee, and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated Section 7-53-305.(Requested by Urban Design and Development) Budget & taxes
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Oct 15, 2024
Authorize agreement with Turn Up Knox for violence interruption programs. R-279-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Turn Up Knox to provide violence interruption street outreach programs in the City of Knoxville, for an amount not to exceed $450,000.00.(Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Public safety
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Oct 1, 2024
Authorize Mayor to revise MOU with KUB for Sevier Avenue Streetscapes electric work reimbursement 11-f — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a revised Memorandum of Understanding with the Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) to reimburse KUB for all expenses related to the electric construction work for the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project at an additional estimated cost of $1,189,656.00.(Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Oct 1, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Southern Constructors for Sevier Avenue Utility Project 11-e — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $5,270,470.00 for the Sevier Avenue Utility Conduit and Duct Bank Project.(Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Oct 1, 2024
Amend Operating and Capital budgets for fiscal year 24/25 9-a — An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital budgets for fiscal year 24/25.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Sep 17, 2024
Amend Operating and Capital budgets for fiscal year 24/25 O-112-2024 — An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital budgets for fiscal year 24/25.(Requested by Finance Department)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Sep 17, 2024
Change zoning for 962 N. Gallaher View Road from RN-1 to RN-4 O-116-2024 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Homestead Land Holdings, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-I-24-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: No Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Sep 17, 2024
Approve One Year Plan Amendment for 962 N Gallaher View Road O-115-2024 — An Ordinance approving the request of Homestead Land Holdings, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 962 N Gallaher View Road, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-D-24-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: No Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Sep 17, 2024
Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for 962 N. Gallaher View Road O-114-2024 — An Ordinance approving the request of Homestead Land Holdings, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-C-24-SP) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: No Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Sep 17, 2024
Add emergency ordinance appropriating Community Improvement Funds add an emergency ordinance appropriating Community Improvement (202) Funds
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Failed 8-1-0-0
Split Failed
Sep 3, 2024
Ordinance changing base zoning classification to RN-5 7-I-24-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Homestead Land Holdings, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-I-24-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: No Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Sep 3, 2024
Ordinance approving One Year Plan Amendment to Medium Density Residential 7-D-24-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Homestead Land Holdings, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 962 N Gallaher View Road, leaving all special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-D-24-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: No Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Sep 3, 2024
Ordinance amending Northwest City Sector Plan designation to Medium Density Residential 7-C-24-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Homestead Land Holdings, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: No Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Sep 3, 2024
Ordinance amending Northwest City Sector Plan designation to Medium Density Residential 7-C-24-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Homestead Land Holdings, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 962 N. Gallaher View Road, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Failed 4-5-0-0
Split Failed
Sep 3, 2024
Approve R. Bentley Marlow's appeal of zoning non-conforming use abandonment denial A Resolution approving the appeal by R. Bentley Marlow of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of a request to overturn the Zoning Administrator’s determination that the historical non-conforming use of the structure located at 2448 Jefferson Avenue was abandoned after the utilities were disconnected for a period exceeding 24 months and thereby reversing the Zoning Administrator's determination. BZA File No. BZA-24-0040(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: No Failed 2-7-0-0
Split Failed
Jul 23, 2024
Apply for DOJ grant for KPD de-escalation and crisis response training R-199-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award for $350,000.00 with no required local match, from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, to be used to enhance de-escalation and crisis response training for Knoxville Police Department Officers.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jul 9, 2024
Appeal of BZA denial for accessory dwelling unit classification at 2448 Jefferson Avenue A Resolution approving the appeal by R. Bentley Marlow of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of his request to overturn the Zoning Administrator’s determination to classify a project as an “Accessory Dwelling Unit” as provided in Article 16.12, for property located at 2448 Jefferson Avenue. BZA File No. BZA-24-0025(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jul 9, 2024
Amend City Code to adjust pay rates for stormwater engineers and recreation interns O-90-2024 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the pay rates of professional stormwater engineers and recreation interns.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Personnel & appointments
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
May 28, 2024
Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for Broome Rd & Middlebrook Pike O-54-2024 — An Ordinance approving the request of Homestead Land Holdings, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 0 Broome Road, and at 7700 and 7708 Middlebrook Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-D-24-SP) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 28, 2024
Approve and adopt FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program O-53-2024 — An Ordinance to approve and adopt the FY 2025-2030 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program, including the FY 2025 Capital Improvements Budget, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-A-24-OB) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 28, 2024
Amend City Code re: classification and compensation plans O-55-2024 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Sections 2-449, 2-450, 2-458, and 2-459 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the classification and compensation plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 28, 2024
Appropriations ordinance for FY 2024-2025 O-53-2024 — 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, 2024 and ending June 30, 2025 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 23/24 into FY 24/25.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 14, 2024
Approve appeal overturning planning commission decision - 0 Westridge Dr 2-G-24-SU — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville approving an appeal by West Hills Community Association, thereby overturning the decision of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission to grant a special use application filed by Maple Lane Homes LLC (Jack W Piper), for a two-family dwelling in an RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, for property located at 0 Westridge Drive. (Planning Commission File No. 2-G-24-SU) (Planning Commission approved 11-0) (Council District 2).(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Failed 4-5-0-0
Split Failed
Apr 30, 2024
Amend City Code to adjust classification and compensation plans An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Sections 2-449, 2-450, 2-458, and 2-459 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the classification and compensation plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 30, 2024
Ordinance to fix annual appropriations for City of Knoxville departments and funds 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, 2024 and ending June 30, 2025 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 23/24 into FY 24/25.(Requested by Finance Department)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 30, 2024
Execute agreement with Rimini Street, Inc. for Oracle Software Products support R-125-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a piggyback agreement with Rimini Street, Inc. to provide software support services for on-premises Oracle Software Products in an annual amount not to exceed $230,912.00 for the next two years and $134,312.00 for the third year as the City transitions its existing on-premise Oracle Products to cloud based software packages.(Requested by Information Technology) Contracts & purchasing
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 16, 2024
Authorize $20M transfer to KCDC for South Waterfront Bridge Project R-118-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Knoxville's Community Development Corporation (KCDC), as the City's Redevelopment Authority, transferring $20,000,000 to KCDC for the provision of planning and redevelopment services for the South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Project.(Requested by Administration) Roads & infrastructure
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-1-0-2
Split
Apr 16, 2024
Authorize Mayor to transfer property on W. Jackson Ave to KCDC R-116-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed(s) or any other required documents to transfer property located along W. Jackson Avenue, including the former McClung Warehouses site between N. Gay Street and S. Broadway, to Knoxville's Community Development Corporation.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-1-0-2
Split
Apr 16, 2024
Add Ordinances 9-a, 9-c, and 9-d to consent calendar add Ordinances 9-a, 9-c, and 9-d to the consent calendar
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Failed 6-1-0-2
Split Failed
Mar 19, 2024
Authorize IDB to accept payments in lieu of taxes for specified properties R-93-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from Knox OnCore, LLC, or an affiliate thereof, payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to real property located at the following locations: 0 Clark Street, 0 May Avenue, 0 Richards St, 0 W. Fifth Avenue, 0 W. Fourth Avenue, and 1000 May Avenue, and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated Section 7-53-305.(Requested by Administration) Budget & taxes
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Mar 5, 2024
Amend and reinstate Knoxville-Farragut-Knox County Growth Policy Plan R-84-2024 — A Resolution to amend and reinstate the Knoxville-Farragut-Knox County Growth Policy Plan dated January 10, 2024, per Tennessee Code Annotated § 6-58-101 et seq.(Requested by Law Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Feb 6, 2024
Amend Knoxville City Code Zoning Code to add Middle Housing Standards. O-10-2024 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B. Zoning Code, moving Article 4.6 General Standards of Applicability to 4.7; inserting a new Article 4.6, Middle Housing Standards, with subsections 4.6.A Middle Housing Types, 4.6.B Middle Housing Uses, 4.6.C Middle Housing Dimensional Standards, 4.6.D Middle Housing Parking Standards, 4.6.E Middle Housing Design Standards, 4.6.F Middle Housing Conversion Standards, and 4.6.G Middle Housing Administrative Variations, and making minor revisions to Article 2.3 Definitions, Article 4.2 Uses, Article 4.3 Dimensional Standards, Article 4.6 General Standards of Applicability, Article 9.2 Use Matrix, Article 9.3 Principal Use Standards., City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-2) (File No. 10-B-23-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jan 9, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute easement for South Banks Apartments encroachment A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Easement Agreement to allow existing features of the South Banks Apartments at 820 Waterfront Drive to encroach into the public right-of-way.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 8-1-0-0
Split Deferred
Dec 16, 2023
Election of Vice-Mayor
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 5-3-1-0
Split
Dec 12, 2023
Amend Operating and Capital Budgets for FY 23/24 An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 23/24.(Requested by Finance Department)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-1-0
Split
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to enter Services Contract with Young-Williams Animal Center R-394-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Defined Services Contract between the City of Knoxville, Knox County, and Young-Williams Animal Center of East Tennessee to promote the responsible care and welfare of animals within the City of Knoxville and Knox County for an amount not to exceed $3,004,829 over a four year period.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-1-1-1
Split
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Young-Williams Animal Center to lease animal control equipment R-393-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Young-Williams Animal Center of East Tennessee to lease animal control equipment and vehicles for an amount not to exceed $1.00 annually.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-1-1-1
Split
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Young-Williams Animal Center to lease facility R-392-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Young-Williams Animal Center of East Tennessee to lease part of the facility located at 913 East Fifth Avenue for an amount not to exceed $1.00 annually.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-1-1-1
Split
Nov 28, 2023
Amend City Code Chapters 2 and 15 regarding antidiscrimination ordinances O-152-2023 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Articles I, II, VIII, and X and Chapter 15, Article II of the Knoxville City Code relating to the administration and enforcement of the City's antidiscrimination ordinances and program.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Personnel & appointments
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Nov 14, 2023
Amend City Code regarding administration of antidiscrimination ordinances An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Articles I, II, VIII, and X and Chapter 15, Article II of the Knoxville City Code relating to the administration and enforcement of the City's antidiscrimination ordinances and program.(Requested by Human Resources Department)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-1-1-1
Split
Nov 14, 2023
Request Planning consider amending short term rental permits in residential zones A Resolution respectfully requesting Knoxville Knox County Planning to consider and make a recommendation to City Council regarding the possible amendment of short term rental permits to include rental properties located within residentially zoned districts.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith and Singh)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: No Failed 1-7-0-1
Split Failed
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize Mayor to amend contract with Messer Construction for Real Time Information Center R-347-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a fourth amendment to contract C-21-0296 with Messer Construction Company to modify the scope of work for the Real Time Information Center at the new Public Safety Complex, increasing the contract price by $24,874.00 for a total contract price not to exceed $53,460,574.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize Mayor to accept $2,000,000 grant from TN Opioid Abatement Council R-346-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of up to $2,000,000.00, with no required local match, from the Tennessee Opioid Abatement Council for substance abuse advocacy, prevention, and combatting overdose deaths.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Sep 19, 2023
Authorize agreement leasing New Hope Community Center to Emerald Youth Foundation R-320-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement leasing the New Hope Community Center to the Emerald Youth Foundation for a base term of five years with two one-year renewal options.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Sep 19, 2023
Approve appeal of BZA denial for variances at 2230 Laurel Ave A Resolution approving an appeal by John Holmes of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of a variances to (1) reduce of the corner side setback from 12 feet to 5 feet (2) reduce the sum of interior side setbacks from 15 feet to 10 feet, (3) reduce the minimum lot width for a four-townhouse development from 80 feet to 50 feet as required by Article 4.3; Table 4-1, for RN-5 zoned property located at 2230 Laurel Ave, 1st Council District, Parcel ID: 108CA001. (BZA File No. 8-I-23-VA)(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Adopted 6-3-0-0
Split
Sep 5, 2023
Change zoning of 0 and 237 Chickamauga Ave from RN-2 to RN-3 12-d — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 and 237 Chickamauga Avenue from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Damon Falconnier, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-2) (File No. 6-E-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Failed 8-1-0-0
Split Failed
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize agreement for South Waterfront Bridge design services R-304-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide preliminary engineering design services for the South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Project for an amount not to exceed $475,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Sep 5, 2023
Accept $20M from State for South Waterfront Bridge R-303-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept $20,000,000.00 from the State of Tennessee for the South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Aug 22, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Turn Up Knox for violence interruption programs R-279-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Turn Up Knox to provide violence interruption street outreach programs in the City of Knoxville, in an amount not to exceed $450,000.00.(Requested by Community Safety and Empowerment) Public safety
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
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
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Jun 27, 2023
Resolution approving appeal by Roderick Ledbetter to overturn Planning Commission decision for Taco Bell special use application. R-198-2023 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville approving an appeal by Roderick Ledbetter, thereby overturning the decision of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission to grant a special use application filed by Robert Sullivan on behalf of Taco Bell of America, LLC, for property located at 5613 Kingston Pike. (Planning Commission File No. 4-D-23-SU) (Planning Commission approved 8-5) (Council District 2).(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jun 27, 2023
Resolution approving appeal by John Holmes of BZA denial for six variances at 2230 Laurel Avenue. A Resolution approving an appeal by John Holmes of the Board of Zoning Appeals’ denial of a request for six variances at 2230 Laurel Avenue in the RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) Zoning District, 1st Council District, Parcel ID: 108 CA 001 (File No. 5-A-23-VA).(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jun 13, 2023
Ordinance to approve Fiscal Years 2024-2029 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program. O-95-2023 — An Ordinance to approve and adopt the Fiscal Years 2024-2029 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program, including the Fiscal Year 2024 Capital Improvements Budget, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-A-23-OB) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
May 30, 2023
Ordinance to approve Capital Improvements Program and Budget for FY 2024-2029 An Ordinance to approve and adopt the Fiscal Years 2024-2029 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program, including the Fiscal Year 2024 Capital Improvements Budget, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-A-23-OB) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 30, 2023
Ordinance amending City Code to adjust classification and compensation plans O-71-2023 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Sections 2-450, 2-458, and 2-459 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the classification and compensation plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Personnel & appointments
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 30, 2023
Ordinance fixing annual appropriations for City of Knoxville departments and funds O-69-2023 — 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, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 22/23 into FY 23/24.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 16, 2023
Amend City Code Ch 2 regarding classification and compensation plans An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Sections 2-450, 2-458, and 2-459 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the classification and compensation plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
May 2, 2023
Appropriations ordinance for fiscal year 2023-2024 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, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024 and providing the authority to reappropriate non-project related encumbrances at the end of FY 22/23 into FY 23/24.(Requested by Finance Department)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning of properties on Francis, Old Amherst, and Helmbolt Roads from AG to RN-2 O-56-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 and 1817 Francis Road, 0 Old Amherst Road, and 0 Helmbolt Road from AG (Agricultural) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Huber Properties, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-R-21-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Mar 21, 2023
Change zoning at Francis Road, Old Amherst Road, Helmbolt Road from AG to RN-2 10-R-21-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 and 1817 Francis Road, 0 Old Amherst Road, and 0 Helmbolt Road from AG (Agricultural) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Huber Properties, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-R-21-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 21, 2023
Amend contract C-21-0296 with Messer Construction for Public Safety Complex R-94-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a third amendment to contract C-21-0296 with Messer Construction Company to increase the scope of work to include the office space construction of the Real Time Information Center at the New Public Safety Complex, increasing the contract price by $1,022,700.00 for a total contract price not to exceed $53,435,700.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Roads & infrastructure
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Mar 21, 2023
Execute agreement with 21CP Solutions for KPD assessment and strategic planning R-89-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Phase II professional services agreement with 21CP Solutions for a department assessment and strategic planning for the Knoxville Police Department for an amount not to exceed $250,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 7, 2023
Approve appeal to increase fence height at 7601 Bennington Dr. R-66-2023 — A Resolution approving an appeal by Thomas and ReNeé Pelicano of the denial to increase the permitted height of a solid fence from five feet behind the front building line forward to the corner side lot line from 42 inches to 72 inches, per Article 10.3.L.1.a, and the plan submitted to increase permitted height of fence at 7601 Bennington Dr. in the RN-1 (Single Family Residential Neighborhood) Zoning District, 2nd Council District, BZA File No. 1-D-23-VA(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Mar 7, 2023
Ordinance to amend budgets for Fiscal Year 22/23 O-46-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 22/23.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Feb 21, 2023
Amend Operating and Capital Budgets for FY 22/23 O-XX-XXXX — An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 22/23.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Feb 21, 2023
Apply for RAISE grant for South Waterfront Bridge R-55-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for and, if awarded, accept a Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant from the Federal Department of Transportation in the amount of $25,000,000.00 with a local, community match of $6,250,000.00 for construction of the South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Jan 24, 2023
Amend City Code Chapter 5 to establish additional minimum animal care requirements O-19-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to establish additional minimum requirements for the care and keeping of animals.(Requested by Councilmembers Rider, Singh, Thomas, Parker, and McKenzie)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jan 24, 2023
Amend City Code Chapter 5 to establish additional minimum animal care requirements O-19-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to establish additional minimum requirements for the care and keeping of animals.(Requested by Councilmembers Rider, Singh, Thomas, Parker, and McKenzie)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Substitute motion:Failed 4-4-1-0
Split Failed
Jan 24, 2023
Amend City Code Chapter 5 to establish additional minimum animal care requirements O-19-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to establish additional minimum requirements for the care and keeping of animals.(Requested by Councilmembers Rider, Singh, Thomas, Parker, and McKenzie)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: No Failed 1-8-0-0
Split Failed
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to amend city code for minimum animal care and keeping requirements An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to establish additional minimum requirements for the care and keeping of animals.(Requested by Councilmembers Rider, Singh, Thomas, Parker, and McKenzie)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to amend city code for minimum animal care and keeping requirements An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to establish additional minimum requirements for the care and keeping of animals.(Requested by Councilmember Testerman and Animal Control Board)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Motion to table:Deferred 8-1-0-0
Split Deferred
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance to amend city code for minimum animal care and keeping requirements An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to establish additional minimum requirements for the care and keeping of animals.(Requested by Councilmember Testerman and Animal Control Board)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Deferred 8-1-0-0
Split Deferred
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for grant writing services R-14-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide grant writing services for the South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Project for an amount not to exceed $150,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing PILOT agreement with Core Knoxville Cumberland, LLC for various properties R-12-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from Core Knoxville Cumberland, LLC, or an affiliate thereof (“Developer”), payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes (“PILOT”) with respect to real property located at the following locations: 1900 block of Cumberland Avenue (the block bound by Cumberland Avenue, White Avenue, Nineteenth Street and Twentieth Street), 2001 Cumberland Avenue, 1912 Cumberland Avenue, 2000 Cumberland Avenue, 1801 Cumberland Avenue, 1807 Cumberland Avenue, 1815 Cumberland Avenue, 1826 White Avenue, and 1800 White Avenue (Parcel IDs: 108CD040, 108CD041, 108CD042, 108CD043, 108CD044, 108CD038, 108CD039, 108CD006, 108CD007, 108CD005, 108CD004, 108CD001, 108CD045, 108CD003, 108CD002, 108CC023, 108CH005, 108CH004, 108CD016, 108CD034, 108CD032, 108CD031, 108CD014) (collectively, the “Property”), and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated Section 7-53-305.(Requested by Economic Development) Budget & taxes
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
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
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Dec 13, 2022
Execute agreement for governmental relations services with Cornerstone Government Affairs R-374-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Cornerstone Government Affairs, Inc., in the amount of $180,000.00 to provide governmental relations services for the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Law Department) Contracts & purchasing
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Dec 13, 2022
Approve appeal of denial regarding Level II Development Plan Review for 451 West Blount Ave A Resolution approving an appeal by Janice Tocher of the denial of her appeal to challenge the Zoning Administrator’s decision to utilize the Level II Development Plan Review for the project at 451 West Blount Avenue, SW4 (South Waterfront) Zoning District, 1st Council District. BZA File No. 9-G-22-VA.(Requested by Plans Review and Inspections)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Absent Failed 3-5-0-1
Split Failed
Nov 15, 2022
Apply for and accept grant for violent crime intervention programs R-354-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to apply for and accept a grant award of $2,000,000.00, with no required local match, from the State of Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs to be used for all costs associated with the collaborative enforcement of violent crime intervention programs.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Absent * Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Nov 15, 2022
Approve play structure agreement with Playworld Preferred, Inc. R-351-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Playworld Preferred, Inc. for design, provision, and installation of play structures and related improvements at seven City locations for an amount not to exceed $1,003,564.67.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Absent * Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Nov 1, 2022
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept $1.396M grant for Violent Crime Intervention programs R-338-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $1,396,448.00 from the Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs, with no required local match, to be used for costs associated Violent Crime Intervention programs.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Nov 1, 2022
Authorize Mayor to execute Stadium Area Infrastructure Redevelopment and Loan Agreement R-330-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute the Stadium Area Infrastructure Redevelopment and Loan Agreement with Knoxville's Community Development Corporation.(Requested by Economic Development) Roads & infrastructure
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
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
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Oct 18, 2022
Permit Police and Fire Chiefs to award items to separating public safety employees O-130-2022 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Article VII, Division 2, Section 2-724 of the Knoxville City Code to authorize the Police and Fire Chiefs, in their discretion, to award certain items to public safety employees separating from employment with the City after ten years of service.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Oct 18, 2022
Amend Operating and Capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2022/2023 O-128-2022 — An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2022/2023.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Oct 4, 2022
Execute agreement with Blount Contractors for Cradle of Country Music Park R-306-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Blount Contractors, Inc. for the Cradle of Country Music Park - Pier 865 Project for an amount not to exceed $824,400.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Oct 4, 2022
Approve appeal to overturn Planning Commission Special Use decision 8-C-22-SU — A Resolution approving an appeal by Dr. Amanda Pittman, Animal Wellness and Rehabilitation Center – Brown Bear Properties, thereby overturning the decision of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission to grant a Special Use application filed by Thomas R. Gass / Andy’s Frozen Custard, for property located at 6217 Kingston Pike. (Planning Commission File No. 8-C-22-SU) (Planning Commission approved 10-1) (Council District 2).(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Sep 20, 2022
Authorize Mayor to execute documents for HOME-ARP Allocation Plan submission to HUD R-293-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents and certifications required for the submission of the HOME Investment Partnerships Program – American Rescue Plan Allocation Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Aug 23, 2022
Ordinance empowering Wrecker Service Commission to set maximum wrecker rotation fees An Ordinance amending Chapter 26, Article IV, §§ 26-410 and 26-502 of the Knoxville City Code empowering the Wrecker Service Commission to set the wrecker rotation maximum fees.(Requested by Wrecker Services Commission)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: No Failed 1-8-0-0
Split Failed
Aug 23, 2022
Authorize Mayor to execute MOU with Knox County for Homeland Security Grant funds R-251-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a memorandum of understanding with Knox County to allow the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency to accept $24,000 as a sub recipient of a Homeland Security Grant for certain equipment and software for the Mobile Command Post and the Emergency Operations Center.(Requested by Emergency Management) Contracts & purchasing
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
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
Lynne Fugate’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
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-1-0
Split
Aug 23, 2022
Approve Magnolia Ave Warehouse District Redevelopment Plan amendment for TIF and PILOT R-249-2022 — A Resolution approving an amendment to the Magnolia Avenue Warehouse District Redevelopment Plan relating to terms of Tax Increment Financing and delegating to the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville the authority to negotiate and accept payments in lieu of taxes with respect to certain projects within the plan area.(Requested by Department of Economic and Community Development) Budget & taxes
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-3-0-0
Split
Aug 23, 2022
Approve Magnolia Ave Warehouse District Redevelopment Plan amendment for TIF and PILOT R-249-2022 — A Resolution approving an amendment to the Magnolia Avenue Warehouse District Redevelopment Plan relating to terms of Tax Increment Financing and delegating to the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville the authority to negotiate and accept payments in lieu of taxes with respect to certain projects within the plan area.(Requested by Department of Economic and Community Development) Budget & taxes
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Aug 23, 2022
Resolution to pause Public Art Committee's Sculpture Project for Cradle of Country Music Park 11-r — A Resolution to pause the Public Art Committee's Sculpture Project for the Cradle of Country Music Park for six months to allow time for the City to determine a way to preserve the mature trees on the park.(Requested by Councilmember Singh) Parks & community
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 7-2-0-0
Split Deferred
Aug 9, 2022
Resolution confirming Mayor's reappointments to Affordable Housing Fund Advisory Committee R-238-2022 — A Resolution confirming the Mayor's reappointments to the Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund Advisory Committee.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jul 26, 2022
Apply for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant R-235-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply jointly with Knox County the 2022 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant award in the amount of $144,082.00 from the U. S. Department of Justice to enhance law enforcement functions through the purchase of equipment, supplies and technology upgrades as well as provide enhanced law enforcement training for Knoxville Police Department, and if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to accept such a grant award.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
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
Lynne Fugate’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jun 28, 2022
Amend Charter Article IX, Section 901(F) to change budget ordinance adoption date An Ordinance to amend the Charter of the City of Knoxville, specifically Chapter 412 of the Private Acts of 1923 of the General Assembly of the State of Tennessee, entitled, "An Act to incorporate the City of Knoxville and Knox County, Tennessee, and define the rights, powers, and liabilities of the same; to fix the boundaries of said municipality, and repeal all acts or parts of acts in conflict with this Act,” and all acts amendatory thereto, by amending Article IX, Section 901(F) so as to change the final date for City Council to adopt the budget ordinance from fifteen days prior to the commencement of the fiscal year (June 15) to one day prior (June 30), and further providing for the submission of this Ordinance to the qualified voters of the City Of Knoxville for approval as provided in Article IV, Section 9 of the Constitution of the State of Tennessee.(Requested by Councilmember Parker)
Lynne Fugate’s vote: No Failed 1-7-0-1
Split Failed

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