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Nick Della Volpe’s votes in 2014

100 recorded votes: 94 aye · 6 no

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Dec 9, 2014
Ordinance to rezone property on S Papermill Dr to C-4 District. 11-F-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the south side Papermill Drive, west side of N. Weisgarber Road, from O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District to C-4 (Highway and Arterial Commercial) District, Hatcher-Hill Properties, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 11-F-14-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Ordinance to rezone property on SW N. Central St to C-2 District. 11-C-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southwest side N. Central Street, northwest side of W. Fifth Avenue, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-2 (Central Business) District, subject to one condition. Cooper, Yates, Welker, Pace, Sanders, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 11-C-14-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Ordinance to close portion of Twelfth Street, subject to conditions. 11-B-14-SC — An Ordinance to close a portion of Twelfth Street from the northern edge of Hedge Avenue right-of-way to the southern edge of World's Fair Park Drive right-of-way, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Trevor Hill, Applicant. (MPC Approved 15-0) (File No. 11-B-14-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Emergency Ordinance to amend O-10-2014 to close Twentieth Street. O-226-2014 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-10-2014 to close Twentieth Street from Terrace Avenue to Andy Holt Avenue to extend the time for satisfaction of certain conditions.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Emergency Ordinance to amend O-10-2014 to close Twentieth Street. O-226-2014 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-10-2014 to close Twentieth Street from Terrace Avenue to Andy Holt Avenue to extend the time for satisfaction of certain conditions.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Emergency Ordinance to amend O-9-2014 to close Andy Holt Avenue. O-225-2014 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend Ordinance O-9-2014 to close Andy Holt Avenue from Volunteer Boulevard to Melrose Place to extend the time for satisfaction of certain conditions.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Emergency Ordinance to amend O-9-2014 to close Andy Holt Avenue. O-225-2014 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend Ordinance O-9-2014 to close Andy Holt Avenue from Volunteer Boulevard to Melrose Place to extend the time for satisfaction of certain conditions.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Emergency Ordinance to amend O-8-2014 to close Frances Street. O-224-2014 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-8-2014 to close Frances Street from Melrose Avenue to Andy Holt Avenue for satisfaction of certain conditions.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Emergency Ordinance to amend O-8-2014 to close Frances Street. O-224-2014 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-8-2014 to close Frances Street from Melrose Avenue to Andy Holt Avenue for satisfaction of certain conditions.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Emergency Ordinance to close Ogden Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds. O-223-2014 — An Emergency Ordinance to close Ogden Avenue from Twentieth Street west 400 feet between City Block 10-481 and City Block 10-582, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Emergency Ordinance to close Ogden Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds. O-223-2014 — An Emergency Ordinance to close Ogden Avenue from Twentieth Street west 400 feet between City Block 10-481 and City Block 10-582, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Authorize application for and acceptance of ELERV Strategy Grant for KPD. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept the Enhancing Law Enforcement Response to Victims ("ELERV") Strategy Grant in the amount of $300,000.00, with no required match, from the International Association of Chiefs of Police and the United States Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime for the Knoxville Police Department to serve as a demonstration site to implement the ELERV Strategy.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Authorize agreement with Design & Construction Services for 2015 Curb Cuts Project. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for the 2015 Curb Cuts Project, No. 14W-S-0578, in an amount not to exceed $328,646.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Authorize agreement with APAC-Atlantic, Inc. for 2014 Alley Paving Project. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with APAC-Atlantic, Inc. for the 2014 Alley Paving Project, No. 14W-P-0581, for an amount not to exceed $262,163.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Authorize agreement with LDA Engineering for Fountain City Lake pond management program. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with LDA Engineering for the development of a pond management program with an optional additional concept design for Fountain City Lake in an amount not to exceed $94,185.00 for both.(Requested by Department of Engineering and Parks & Recreation)
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Express appreciation for greenway easement donation at 2625 N Broadway. A Resolution expressing appreciation to Nihad Boulos Saah, Randa Boulos Saah Halloun and Iyad Boulos Saah for the donation of a permanent greenway easement within certain real property located at 2625 N Broadway as part of the First Creek Greenway, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Authorize Mayor to execute quitclaim deed to Knox Heritage for property at 1423 Branson Ave. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Knox Heritage, Inc. for one parcel of property located at 1423 Branson Avenue, CLT No. 081-DE-030, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $10,000.00.(Requested by Department of Community Development)
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Request MPC to recommend limitations/regulation on alternative financial service establishments. R-428-2014 — A Resolution respectfully requesting that the Metropolitan Planning Commission consider and make a recommendation to City Council regarding the possible limitation of alternative financial service establishments to the zoning regulation definitions and to potentially regulating the clustering of same.(Requested by Vice Mayor Pavlis and Councilmembers Palmer, Saunders, Wallace, Della Volpe and Campen) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Appropriate $5,000 for Tennessee Clean Water Network property acquisition costs. O-222-2014 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from Parks and Recreation Department funds and donating same to the Tennessee Clean Water Network to offset certain acquisition costs of property previously donated to the City.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Budget & taxes
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Reappoint Ken Bradley to the Citizen's Advisory Committee to the Knoxville Transit Authority. R-427-2014 — A Resolution reappointing Ken Bradley to serve as a member of the Citizen's Advisory Committee to the Knoxville Transit Authority.(Requested by Vice Mayor Pavlis) Personnel & appointments
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Confirm appointment of Tracie Hellwinckel to the City Tree Board. R-426-2014 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Tracie Hellwinckel to the City Tree Board.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Confirm reappointment of Scott Romines to Public Assembly Facilities Advisory Board. R-425-2014 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Scott Romines to the Public Assembly Facilities Advisory Board.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Elect Susan Brown and re-elect King Purnell to the Industrial Development Board. R-424-2014 — A Resolution electing Susan Brown and re-electing King Purnell to the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Elect John Worden to the Knoxville Utilities Board of Commissioners. R-423-2014 — A Resolution electing John Worden to the Knoxville Utilities Board of Commissioners.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2014
Amend zoning definitions and sign regulations. File No. 10-B-13-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, "Zoning Regulations," definitions and sign regulations. (MPC Forwarded to City Council 10-5) (File No. 10-B-13-OA)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Dec 9, 2014
Amend zoning regulations regarding pet services. File No. 11-A-14-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, "Zoning Regulations," regarding pet services. (MPC Approved 15-0) (File No. 11-A-14-OA)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Dec 9, 2014
Approve minutes from November 25, 2014.
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Rezone property on Bernard Ave from C-3 to C-2 10-F-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Bernard Avenue, southwest of North Central Street, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-2 (Central Business) District, Randolph Architecture, Applicant. (MPC approved 13-0-1) (MPC File No. 10-F-14-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Rezone property on W Fifth Ave/Williams St from C-3 to C-2 10-C-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of West Fifth Avenue, southwest side of Williams Street, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-2 (Central Business) District, Hatcher-Hill Properties, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 13-0-1) (MPC File No. 10-C-14-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Close a portion of an unnamed alley 10-A-14-AC — An Ordinance to close a portion of an unnamed alley from the south property line of parcel 081JA008 to the north property line of parcel 081JA024, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC Approved 13-0-1) (File No. 10-A-14-AC) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Close a portion of an unnamed alley 10-A-14-AC — An Ordinance to close a portion of an unnamed alley from the south property line of parcel 081JA008 to the north property line of parcel 081JA024, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC Approved 13-0-1) (File No. 10-A-14-AC) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Refine locations where personal solicitation is prohibited An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 16, Article XI, Division 4, Section 16-449 of the Knoxville City Code to refine the locations where personal solicitation is prohibited.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment)
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Establish City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee An Ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Knoxville City Code to add a new Article VII, Division 5 to establish the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Chairman Stair)
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Annex territory west of Cherokee Cove and northwest of England Drive 1-11-14.AX — An Ordinance to annex certain territory adjoining the bounds of the City of Knoxville, an area generally being described as several tracts of land west of Cherokee Cove and northwest of England Drive and all of the right of way of Cherokee Cove, a portion of the right of way of Log Haven Drive, and two unnamed rights of way (1-11-14.AX), which property is to be incorporated into the limits of the City of Knoxville and to revise the boundary of Ward 25 of the City of Knoxville so as to include said area.(Requested by Mayor) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Apply for and accept grant for green space/garden amenities R-400-2014 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for a grant from the United States Conference of Mayors and Scotts Miracle-Gro Company in the amount of $40,000.00, with no local match, and if such application is approved, to accept such a grant award to support the installation of green space and garden amenities at Parks and Recreational facilities.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Parks & community
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Approve annual budget for Central Business Improvement District R-399-2014 — A Resolution approving the annual budget of the Central Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2014-2015.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Budget & taxes
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Authorize agreement with Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center for parking R-398-2014 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center regarding parking at White Avenue surface parking lots.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Contracts & purchasing
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Authorize IDB to negotiate payments in lieu of taxes from JHD, LLC R-397-2014 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from JHD, LLC payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to property located at 114, 120 and 124 West Jackson Avenue and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Industrial Development Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated § 7-53-305.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Budget & taxes
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Apply for and accept Multimodal Access Fund Grant for Kingston Pike connection R-396-2014 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a 2014 Multimodal Access Fund Grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $946,470.65 with a City match of $49,814.24, to provide funding for a connection for bicyclists and pedestrians to travel a section of Kingston Pike between Wesley Road and Golfclub Road.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Authorize supplemental agreement for Glenwood Avenue Bridge replacement R-395-2014 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Bridge Grant Contract No. C-13-0282 with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for replacement of the Glenwood Avenue Bridge, increasing the contract amount by $87,261.12 for a new contract total of $508,812.69.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Authorize agreement with OptumRx for pharmacy benefit management R-394-2014 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with OptumRx, Inc. for the provision of pharmacy benefit management administrative services for eligible City employees enrolled in the City's medical plan for a period of three years.(Requested by Employee Benefits) Contracts & purchasing
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Add honorary name "Gideon Fryer Square" to intersection R-393-2014 — A Resolution to add the honorary name "Gideon Fryer Square" to the intersection of Sixteenth Street and Laurel Avenue.(Requested by Chairman Stair and Vice Mayor Pavlis) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Confirm appointment to City Tree Board R-392-2014 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Thomas C. Welborn to the City Tree Board.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Consent items Consent Items
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2014
Rezone property on Cedar Lane from R-1 to O-1 10-B-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone the southwestern portion of the property located on the northwest side of Cedar Lane, northeast of Rowan Road, from R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District, subject to four conditions, Cindy Bradley, Applicant. (MPC approved 10-4) (MPC File No. 10-B-14-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Nov 11, 2014
Amend One Year Plan for property on Cedar Lane 10-B-14-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Cindy Bradley for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Office for the southeast portion of the property described as being located on the northwest side of Cedar Lane, northeast of Rowan Road, (MPC Approved 10-4) (File No. 10-B-14-PA) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Nov 11, 2014
Amend North City Sector Plan for property on Cedar Lane 10-B-14-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Cindy Bradley for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Civic/Institutional to Office and Low Density Residential for property located on the northwest side of Cedar Lane, northeast of Rowan Road. (MPC Approved 8-6) (File No. 10-B-14-SP) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Nov 11, 2014
Approve minutes from previous meeting Approve the minutes from October 23, 2014.
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Appropriate $4,622.50 for benches, gazebo, and plants. An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $4,622.50 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grants and Benevolence Fund and donating $2,000.00 to Christenberry Elementary for purchasing benches, $2,000.00 to Old North Knoxville for the purchase of a gazebo, and $622.50 to Fort Loudoun Lake Association for the purchase of irises and cattails along the shoreline of Williams Creek as part of the challenge grant award program.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Appropriate $1,400 for Boys & Girls Club. An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,400.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department funds and donating same to the Boys & Girls Club of the Tennessee Valley to be utilized toward the Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Apply for and accept Edward Byrne Grant. R-183-2014 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply jointly with Knox County for an Edward Byrne Grant award of $175,442.00 from the U. S. Department of Justice for improved operation of the criminal justice system, and if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to accept such a grant award.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Appreciate T.J. Keller and accept property donation. R-182-2014 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to T.J. Keller for the donation of property located at 0 Jourolman Avenue, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Rezone property from R-1/IH-1 & R-2/IH-1 to C-3/IH-1. 4-D-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of E. Emerald Avenue, northeast of N. Central Street from R-1 (Low Density Residential)/ IH-1 (Infill Housing Overlay) District & R-2 (General Residential) / IH-1 (Infill Housing Overlay) District to C-3 (General Commercial)/ IH-1 (Infill Housing Overlay) District, subject to conditions, Emerald Youth Foundation, Applicant. (MPC approved 11-1) (MPC File No. 4-D-14-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
May 27, 2014
Approve One Year Plan Amendment to General Commercial. 4-A-14-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Emerald Youth Foundation for a One Year Plan Amendment from Medium Density Residential to General Commercial, for property located on the northwest side of E. Emerald Avenue, northeast of N. Central Street. (MPC Approved 11-1) (File No. 4-A-14-PA) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
May 27, 2014
Amend Central City Sector Plan to Commercial. 4-A-14-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Emerald Youth Foundation for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Commercial, for property located on the northwest side of E. Emerald Avenue, northeast of N. Central Street. (MPC Approved 11-1) (File No. 4-A-14-SP) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
May 27, 2014
Rezone property from RP-1 to C-6. 4-G-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast end of Fennel Road, southeast of Elyria Drive from RP-1 (Planned Residential) District at a density of up to 16 dwelling units per acre to C-6 (General Commercial Park) District, Signal Mountain Group, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0) (MPC File No. 4-G-14-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Approve One Year Plan Amendment to General Commercial. 4-C-14-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Signal Mountain Group, LLC, for a One Year Plan Amendment from Medium Density Residential to General Commercial, for property located on the southeast end of Fennel Road, southeast of Elyria Drive. (MPC Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-C-14-PA) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Amend North City Sector Plan to General Commercial. 4-C-14-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Signal Mountain Group, LLC, for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential and Hillside/Ridge Top Protection Areas to General Commercial and Hillside/Ridgetop Protection Area, for property located on the southeast end of Fennel Road, southeast of Elyria Drive, (MPC Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-C-14-SP) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Rezone property from PC-1 to C-3. 4-H-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the east side of N. Cedar Bluff Road, north side of Cross Park Drive, from PC-1 (Retail and Office Park) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District, McDonald's USA, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0) (MPC File No. 4-H-14-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Rezone property from A-1/R-2 to C-4. 4-I-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Callahan Drive, southwest of I-75 from A-1 (General Agricultural) District & R-2 (General Residential) District to C-4 (Highway & Arterial Commercial) District to a depth of 750 feet from the edge of the Callahan Drive right-of-way, subject to one condition, Ray Huffaker, Applicant. (MPC approved 11-1) (MPC File No. 4-I-14-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Approve One Year Plan Amendment to General Commercial. 4-D-14-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Ray Huffaker for a One Year Plan Amendment from Medium Density Residential & Open Space to General Commercial to a depth of 750 feet from the edge of the Callahan Drive right-of-way and subject to one condition, for property located on the northwest side of Callahan Drive, southwest of I-75. (MPC Approved 11-1) (File No. 4-D-14-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Rezone property from OS-2/TC-1 to RP-2. 4-M-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the north side of S. Northshore Drive, west side of Thunderhead Road from OS-2 (Park and Open Space) District & TC-1 (Town Center) District to RP-2 (Planned Residential) District at a density of up to 246 units for the subject property, subject to one condition, Knoxville City Council, Applicant. (MPC approved 7-5) (MPC File No. 4-M-14-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: No Adopted 6-3-0-0
Split
May 27, 2014
Approve One Year Plan Amendment to High Density Residential. 4-F-14-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Knoxville City Council for a One Year Plan Amendment from Mixed Use (TND-1) (TC-1) to High Density Residential for property located on the north side of S. Northshore Drive, west side of Thunderhead Road. (MPC Approved 7-5) (File No. 4-F-14-PA) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: No Adopted 6-3-0-0
Split
May 27, 2014
Amend Southwest County Sector Plan to High Density Residential. 4-G-14-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Knoxville City Council for an amendment to the Southwest County Sector Plan from Mixed Use to High Density Residential for property located on the north side of S. Northshore Drive, west side of Thunderhead Road. (MPC Approved 7-5) (File No. 4-G-14-SP) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: No Adopted 6-3-0-0
Split
May 27, 2014
Rezone property from R-1A to C-3. 4-L-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Keith Avenue, southeast side of Virginia Avenue, northeast of Schofield Street from R-1A (Low Density Residential) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District, Dale Thompson, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0) (MPC File No. 4-L-14-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Approve One Year Plan Amendment to General Commercial. 4-E-14-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Dale Thompson for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to General Commercial for property located on the northwest side of Keith Avenue, southeast side of Virginia Avenue, northeast of Schofield Street. (MPC Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-E-14-PA) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Amend Central City Sector Plan for commercial use. 4-D-14-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Dale Thompson for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Commercial for property located on the northwest of side Keith Avenue, southeast side of Virginia Avenue, northeast of Schofield Street. (MPC Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-D-14-SP) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Adopt 2014 East City Sector Plan. 3-D-14-SP — An Ordinance adopting the 2014 East City Sector Plan which amends the previously adopted 2002 East City Sector Plan and the General Plan. (MPC Approved 12-0) (File No. 3-D-14-SP) (All Districts)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Approve FY 2015-2020 Capital Improvement Program. 4-B-14-OB — An Ordinance to approve and adopt the FY 2015 - 2020 Knoxville Capital Improvement Program, including the FY 2015 Capital Improvement Budget. (File No. 4-B-14-OB)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Close Cora Street and authorize quitclaim deeds. 4-A-14-SC — An Ordinance to close Cora Street from Morris Avenue to the northern property line of parcel 094 PC 017, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-A-14-SC) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Close Abilene Place and authorize quitclaim deeds. 4-B-14-SC — An Ordinance to close Abilene Place from North Sixth Avenue to the eastern terminus, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Christopher J. Pease, Applicant. (MPC Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-B-14-SC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Amend code relating to parking in non-metered spaces. O-98-2014 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 17, Article II, Division 4, § 17-98 and Article VI, Division 1, § 17-301 of the Knoxville City Code relating to parking in certain non-metered spaces.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Adjust classification and compensation plans for city employees. O-97-2014 — An Ordinance to amend Sections 2-450 and 2-459 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans for general government employees and uniformed members of the police and fire departments.(Requested by Civil Service) Personnel & appointments
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: No Adopted 6-3-0-0
Split
May 27, 2014
Levy tax for FY 2014-2015 General and Debt Service Funds. O-96-2014 — An Ordinance to levy a tax on all taxable properties, real, personal and mixed, within the corporate limits of the City of Knoxville to provide sufficient revenues to fund the General Fund and Debt Service Fund operations and debt service obligations of the City Of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2014 and ending June 30, 2015.(Requested by Department of Finance and Accountability) Budget & taxes
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: No Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
May 27, 2014
Appropriate funds for FY 2014-2015. O-95-2014 — 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, 2014 and ending June 30, 2015.(Requested by Department of Finance and Accountability) Budget & taxes
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: No Adopted 6-3-0-0
Split
May 27, 2014
Appropriate funds for FY 2014-2015. O-95-2014 — 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, 2014 and ending June 30, 2015.(Requested by Department of Finance and Accountability) Budget & taxes
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Failed 3-6-0-0
Split Failed
May 27, 2014
Reappoint Ray and Donaldson to Tax Equalization Board. R-181-2014 — A Resolution reappointing Barbara Ray and John Donaldson to the Knox County Tax Equalization Board.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Reappoint Pavlis and Stair to Public Property Naming Committee. R-180-2014 — A Resolution reappointing Vice Mayor Nick Pavlis to serve as a member of the Public Property Naming Committee and reappointing Councilmember Marshall Stair to serve as a member of the Public Property Naming Committee and to continue serving as Chair of the Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Vice Mayor Pavlis) Personnel & appointments
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Adopt consent calendar items. Consent Items: Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Somi Liquor relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City; Resolution granting a pension of $210.24 per month to Betsy R. Houston, an employee of the former Knoxville City School System; Emergency Ordinance appropriating $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Appalachian Mountain Bike Club of Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association.
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 27, 2014
Rezone property on Henley St. from R-3/D-1 to C-2/D-1. 4-K-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the east side of Henley Street, north of W. Hill Avenue, from R-3 (High Density Residential) / D-1 (Downtown Design Overlay) District to C-2 (Central Business) / D-1 (Downtown Design Overlay) District, Anthony P. Cappiello, Jr., Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0) (MPC File No. 4-K-14-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
May 27, 2014
Approve minutes from May 13 meeting. Approve the minutes from the May 13 City Council meeting.
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance to rezone property on Sutherland Ave from R-1/RP-1 to R-1E. 4-H-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the north side of Sutherland Avenue, east and west sides of Forest Heights Boulevard, from R-1 (Low Density Residential) & RP-1 (Planned Residential) to R-1E (Low Density Exclusive Residential), Metropolitan Planning Commission, Applicant. (MPC approved 10-0-2) (File No. 4-H-13-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance to rezone property on Maloney Rd. from A-1 to R-1. 3-A-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northeast side of Maloney Rd., southeast side of Ginn Drive, from A-1 (General Agricultural) to R-1 (Low Density Residential), Caleb Boyers, Applicant. (MPC approved 13-0) (File No. 3-A-14-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance to rezone property on W. Magnolia Ave. from C-3 to C-2. 3-B-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of W. Magnolia Avenue, southwest side of N. Central Street, from C-3 (General Commercial) to C-2 (Central Business), The Courtland Group LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-B-14-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Emergency ordinance to rezone property on Buena Vista Drive from No Zone to R-1. O-69-2014 — An Emergency Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Buena Vista Drive, north side of Woodson Drive, west of Hilltop Road, from No Zone to R-1 (Low Density Residential), City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-G-14-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Emergency ordinance to rezone property on Dartford Road from No Zone to R-1. O-68-2014 — An Emergency Ordinance to rezone property located on the northeast side of Dartford Road, northwest side Devonshire Drive, from No Zone to R-1 (Low Density Residential), City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-H-14-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance to rezone property on Walker Street from R-2 to C-3. 3-C-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the west side of Walker Street, north of Sutherland Avenue, from R-2 (General Residential) to C-3 (General Commercial), Edward McAlister, Applicant. (MPC approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-C-14-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance approving amendment to Central City Sector Plan for property on Walker St. 3-A-14-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Edward McAlister for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Office to Commercial for property located west side of Walker Street, north of Sutherland Avenue. (MPC Approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-A-14-SP) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance to rezone property on Lyons View Pike from O-2 to OS-2. 3-J-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Lyons View Pike, east side of S. Northshore Drive, from O-2 (Civic and Institutional) to OS-2 (Park and Open Space), Metropolitan Planning Commission Applicant. (MPC approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-J-14-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance to rezone property on Sherrill Blvd. from BP-1/TO-1 to C-6/TO-1. 3-I-14-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northeast side of Sherrill Blvd., south of Dutchtown Road, from BP-1 (Business and Technology Park) / TO-1 (Technology Overlay) to C-6 (General Commercial Park) / TO-1 (Technology Overlay), Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, Applicant. (MPC approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-I-14-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance adopting the 2014 One Year Plan for the City of Knoxville. 3-A-14-OYP — An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2014 as prepared by the Metropolitan Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (MPC Approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-A-14-OYP) (All Districts)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance to close portion of W. Magnolia Ave. right-of-way. 3-A-14-SC — An Ordinance to close a portion of the right-of-way on the south side of West Magnolia Avenue from Ogden Street to North Central Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, The Courtland Group LLC, Applicant. (MPC Approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-A-14-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance to close unnamed alley from Loraine St. to parcel 094 PB 020. 3-A-14-AC — An Ordinance to close a portion of an unnamed alley from Loraine Street to the eastern property line of parcel 094 PB 020, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville Applicant. (MPC Approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-A-14-AC) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance to close unnamed alley from Morris Ave. to parcel 094 PB 019. 3-B-14-AC — An Ordinance to close a portion of an unnamed alley from Morris Avenue to the northern property line of parcel 094 PB 019, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC Approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-B-14-AC) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance to close Elka Street. 3-B-14-SC — An Ordinance to close Elka Street from Morris Avenue to the northern property line of parcel 094 PC 017, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC Approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-B-14-SC) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance to close portion of Loraine Street. 3-C-14-SC — An Ordinance to close a portion of Loraine Street from Morris Avenue to the northern property lines of parcels 094 PC 01801 and 01803, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC Approved 10-0-2) (File No. 3-C-14-SC) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Ordinance appropriating $388.50 for Olympian high jump standards at Austin-East. An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $388.50 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grants and Benevolence Fund and donating same for purchasing Olympian high jump standards for Austin-East Magnet High School as part of the Challenge Grant Award Program.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Resolution authorizing Industrial Dev. Board to negotiate PILOT w/ The Farragut Group LLC. R-143-2014 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from The Farragut Group LLC payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to property located at 530 South Gay Street 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 Office of Redevelopment) Budget & taxes
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Resolution authorizing Industrial Dev. Board to negotiate PILOT w/ Jackson Terminal LLC. R-142-2014 — A Resolution authorizing The Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from Jackson Terminal LLC payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to property located at 205 West Jackson 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 Office of Redevelopment) Budget & taxes
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 15, 2014
Resolution appreciating Aslan Foundation donation for Fort Dickerson Park. R-141-2014 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Aslan Foundation for the donation of an approximately 1/2 acre parcel of property adjacent to Fort Dickerson Park to enhance the new park entranceway and additional greenspace for the park, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Nick Della Volpe’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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