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Seema Singh’s votes in 2020

100 recorded votes: 75 aye · 3 no · 22 absent

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Mar 24, 2020
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement for Facilities Paving at Impound Building Project. R-96-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Duracap Asphalt Paving Company, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $218,158.50 for the Facilities Paving at Impound Building Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Rezone property at 4683 Old Broadway to include Historic Overlay District. O-50-2020 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 4683 Old Broadway, from C-G-2 (General Commercial) District to C-G-2 (General Commercial) / H (Historic Overlay) District (with design guidelines), Doug White (MAAD Properties), Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-C-20-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Rezone properties at 5023 and 5029 Fowler Lane from RN-1 to RN-3. O-49-2020 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 5023 and 5029 Fowler Lane, from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Steven Naab (Valiant Enterprises, LLC), Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 2-B-20-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Close right-of-way turning radii at Twentieth Street/Clinch Avenue & Twentieth Street/White Avenue. O-48-2020 — An Ordinance to close the right-of-way turning radius at the southwest corner of Twentieth Street and Clinch Avenue and the turning radius of the northwest corner of Twentieth Street and White Avenue, City Block 10321, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Land Development Solutions, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-B-20-SC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Close portion of alley off N. Central Street, authorize quitclaim deeds. O-47-2020 — An Ordinance to close a portion of an unnamed alley off of N. Central Street between E. Woodland Avenue and E. Scott Avenue, closing area between N. Central Street and rear lot line of 1406 N. Central Street (Parcel ID 081 K F 042), and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owner, Central Street Holdings, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-20-AC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Close Honor Our Troops Drive and authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent property owners. O-46-2020 — An Ordinance to close Honor Our Troops Drive between Howard Baker Jr. Avenue and Historic Preservation Drive between City Block 01061 and 01080, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Amend Knoxville City Code Article 17 to create a 'Nonconforming Lot of Record' subsection. O-45-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17, regarding lots created by deed, to create a new subsection to be entitled Nonconforming Lot of Record, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-D-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Amend Knoxville City Code Article 15 to include BZA public hearing publication deadline. O-44-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 15, Section 15.2.A and 15.2.B to include notice of BZA public hearing publication deadline, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-C-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Amend Zoning Code for bus parking in residential districts and two-family dwellings in I-MU. O-43-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 11, to revise standards for parking buses in residential districts and Article 9 to revise Table 9-1 to identify two-family dwellings as permitted use in the I-MU District, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Approve consent calendar items CONSENT ITEMS (Indicated with "*")
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Approve consent calendar items CONSENT ITEMS (Indicated with "*")
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Add resolution to agenda for City emergency funding during COVID-19 add to the agenda a resolution regarding City emergency funding during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Add emergency ordinance to agenda for beer delivery during COVID-19 add to the agenda an emergency ordinance related to the delivery of beer directly to customers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 24, 2020
Postpone resolution for Historic Preservation Grant awards A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award an amount not to exceed $642,752.00 in Historic Preservation Grant awards to support property improvements to eligible historic properties within the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Community Development Department)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Mar 24, 2020
Withdraw resolution for annexation of land near Cogdill Road A Resolution to effect annexation of a tract of land abutting the western right-of-way of Cogdill Road and to approve a Plan of Services for said area.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to withdraw:Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Mar 24, 2020
Approve minutes of the March 10, 2020 Regular Meeting approve the minutes of the March 10, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Rezone 4683 Old Broadway C-G-2 to C-G-2/H. 2-C-20-RZ — h. An Ordinance to rezone property located at 4683 Old Broadway, from C-G-2 (General Commercial) District to C-G-2 (General Commercial) / H (Historic Overlay) District (with design guidelines), Doug White (MAAD Properties), Applicant. Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Rezone 5023 & 5029 Fowler Ln from RN-1 to RN-3. 2-B-20-RZ — g. An Ordinance to rezone property located at 5023 and 5029 Fowler Lane, from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Steven Naab (Valiant Enterprises, LLC), Applicant. Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Close turning radii and convey quitclaim deeds. 2-B-20-SC — f. An Ordinance to close the right-of-way turning radius at the southwest corner of Twentieth Street and Clinch Avenue and the turning radius of the northwest corner of Twentieth Street and White Avenue, City Block 10321, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Land Development Solutions, Applicant. Roads & infrastructure
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Close unnamed alley off N. Central St. and convey quitclaim deeds. 2-A-20-AC — e. An Ordinance to close a portion of an unnamed alley off of N. Central Street between E. Woodland Avenue and E. Scott Avenue, closing area between N. Central Street and rear lot line of 1406 N. Central Street (Parcel ID 081 K F 042), and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owner, Central Street Holdings, Applicant. Roads & infrastructure
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Close Honor Our Troops Drive and convey quitclaim deeds. 2-A-20-SC — d. An Ordinance to close Honor Our Troops Drive between Howard Baker Jr. Avenue and Historic Preservation Drive between City Block 01061 and 01080, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. Roads & infrastructure
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Amend zoning code regarding nonconforming lots of record. 2-D-20-OA — c. An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 17, regarding lots created by deed, to create a new subsection to be entitled Nonconforming Lot of Record, City of Knoxville, Applicant. Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Amend zoning code regarding BZA public hearing notice deadline. 2-C-20-OA — b. An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Article 15, Section 15.2.A and 15.2.B to include notice of BZA public hearing publication deadline, City of Knoxville, Applicant. Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Amend zoning code for bus parking and I-MU district use. 2-A-20-OA — a. An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 11, to revise standards for parking buses in residential districts and Article 9 to revise Table 9-1 to identify two-family dwellings as permitted use in the I-MU District, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 10, 2020
Support robust engagement and participation in the 2020 U.S. Census. R-85-2020 — p. A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville supporting robust engagement with and participation in the 2020 U. S. Census to assure an accurate and complete count. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Amend R-238-2015 regarding PILOT assignment for 1132 N 6th Ave. R-84-2020 — o. A Resolution to amend Resolution No. R-238-2015 which authorized the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from The Courtland Group, LLC payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to property located at 1132 North Sixth Avenue so as to allow assignment of its interest in the PILOT to Patricia Nash Designs, Inc., or its assigns as the PILOT lessee. Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Approve agreement with Patriot Lawn Maintenance for 7 sites. R-83-2020 — n. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Patriot Lawn Maintenance, LLC to provide landscaping and turf maintenance for seven (7) sites within the City of Knoxville for a total contract price not to exceed $74,655.00. Contracts & purchasing
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Approve agreement with Patriot Lawn Maintenance for 5 sites. R-82-2020 — m. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Patriot Lawn Maintenance, LLC to provide landscaping and turf maintenance for five (5) sites within the City of Knoxville for a total contract price not to exceed $47,150.00. Contracts & purchasing
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Approve agreement with Southern Grounds Landscaping for Lakeshore Park. R-81-2020 — l. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Grounds Landscaping to provide mowing and turf maintenance for Lakeshore Park within the City of Knoxville for a total contract price not to exceed $80,000.00. Parks & community
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 10, 2020
Apply for and accept Forensic Capacity Hiring Program grant. R-80-2020 — k. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $200,000.00, with no local match, from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, for the Forensic Capacity Hiring Program for Wounded Veterans, for funding of two forensic electronic evidence collection specialist positions in the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Public safety
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Apply for and accept Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act grant. R-79-2020 — j. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award for $125,000.00, with no local match, from the U.S. Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services Office for the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Program. Public safety
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Apply for and accept School Violence Prevention Program Grant. R-78-2020 — i. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a two-year School Violence Prevention Program Grant award from the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services in the amount of $337,500.00, with a required local match to be provided by Knox County Schools in the amount of $112,500.00, for a total grant amount of $450,000.00 to expand and improve security at schools. Public safety
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 10, 2020
Apply for and accept State Highway Safety Office grant. R-77-2020 — h. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a one-year grant from the State of Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $50,000.00, with no required match, for the purpose of funding overtime costs of enhanced Alcohol and Impaired Driver Education and Enforcement. Public safety
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Apply for and accept Victims of Crimes Act grant. R-76-2020 — g. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a Victims of Crimes Act grant from the Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs, in the amount of $332,727.53 with a 20% local match of $83,181.89, for a total grant amount of $415,909.42, for FY 2021 and FY2022. Public safety
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Accept $200k donation from Thomas Boyd for Fort Kid Renovation Project. R-75-2020 — f. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a memorandum of understanding between the City, the Public Building Authority, the Knoxville Museum of Art, and Thomas Boyd, to accept a $200,000.00 donation from Mr. Boyd, and to express appreciation to Mr. Boyd for the same, all as part of the Fort Kid Renovation Project. Parks & community
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Transfer real property to Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority. R-74-2020 — e. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary for the transfer of real property to the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Acquire property for Palmetto Rd Phase 2/Sullivan Rd Sidewalk Project. R-73-2020 — d. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, in fee simple and for easements within 18 tracts of real property as part of the Palmetto Road Phase 2 and Sullivan Road Sidewalk Project for a total amount not to exceed $160,000.00. Roads & infrastructure
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Convey property at 4104 Porter Ave to Debra Haynes for $19,000. R-72-2020 — c. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to convey property, including a quitclaim deed, to Debra Haynes for one parcel of property located at 4104 Porter Avenue, Parcel ID No: 071-PK-011, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $19,000.00. Contracts & purchasing
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Request opposition to proposed legislation regarding gun permitting. R-71-2020 — a. A Resolution respectfully requesting that the members of the Knoxville Legislation Delegation consider and oppose proposed legislation regarding gun permitting. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Request opposition to proposed legislation regarding gun permitting. R-71-2020 — a. A Resolution respectfully requesting that the members of the Knoxville Legislation Delegation consider and oppose proposed legislation regarding gun permitting. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Approve appeal regarding variances for 931 Langford Ave. R-70-2020 — a. A Resolution approving an appeal by Jennifer Arthur of the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision to approve four variances, more fully described herein, for property temporarily designated as 931 Langford Avenue, Michael Davis, Applicant. Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Confirm nomination of Jacquelene Dent to Planning Commission. R-69-2020 — a. A Resolution confirming the Mayor's nomination of Jacquelene Dent to the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission. Personnel & appointments
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 10, 2020
Authorize Historic Preservation Grant awards not to exceed $642,752.00. a. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award an amount not to exceed $642,752.00 in Historic Preservation Grant awards to support property improvements to eligible historic properties within the City of Knoxville.
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Feb 25, 2020 Approve Marty Norton's request to amend North City Sector Plan for 3313 and 3309 Mill Road c. — An Ordinance approving the request of Marty Norton for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Light Industrial for property located at 3313 and 3309 Mill Road. (Planning Commission Approved 9-4) (File No. 1-A-20-SP) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Deferred on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to refer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Approve Marty Norton's request for One Year Plan Amendment for 3313 and 3309 Mill Road d. — An Ordinance approving the request of Marty Norton for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Light Industrial for property located at 3313 and 3309 Mill Road. (Planning Commission Approved 10-3) (File No. 1-A-20-PA) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Deferred on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to refer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred Consent
Feb 25, 2020
Close a portion of Myrtle Street and authorize Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds O-42-2020 — An Ordinance to close a portion of Myrtle Street between the northern right-of-way line of East Fifth Avenue and terminus and dead-end, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-A-19-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Authorize Mayor to amend contract with Charles Blalock & Sons for Bike Park R-68-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-19-0203 with Charles Blalock &Sons, Inc. to provide design and construction services for the Baker Creek Preserve Bike Park, increasing the contract amount by $35,000.00 for a new contract total of $684,472.00 and extending the date of completion to May 15, 2020.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Contracts & purchasing
Seema Singh’s vote: No Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Feb 25, 2020
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept grant for Apprentice Mechanic program funding R-67-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the East Tennessee Human Resource Agency in the amount of $11,680.00, with a required match by the City in the amount of $11,680.00, for the purpose of funding an improved Apprentice Mechanic program. (Requested by Fleet Services) Personnel & appointments
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Authorize Mayor to enter agreement with TDOT for Safer and Complete Streets Study R-66-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the Tennessee Department of Transportation for a Safer and Complete Streets Study for an estimated project cost of $250,000.00 with $200,000.00 federally funded and $50,000.00 funded by the City.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Authorize Mayor to amend contract with Duracap Asphalt Paving Co. for Paving Project R-65-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-19-0324 with Duracap Asphalt Paving Company, Inc. for the 2019 Facilities Paving Project, increasing the contract amount by $51,348.27 for a new contract total of $760,799.27 and extending the date of completion to April 30, 2020. (Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Ziggurat Development, LLC for Trolley Stop Project R-64-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ziggurat Development, LLC for an amount not to exceed $54,957.26 for the Main Street Trolley Stop Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Authorize Mayor to file and accept grant for Knoxville-Knox County EMA operating expenses R-63-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the State of Tennessee Department of the Military and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency and, if approved, accept a grant in the amount of $150,000.00 which will subsidize the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency budget for salaries and operating expenses for Federal Fiscal Year 2020. (Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with ECG Moss Grove SLP, LLC for affordable housing R-62-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with ECG Moss Grove SLP, LLC to award an amount not to exceed $950,000.00 from the Affordable Rental Development Fund for the development of thirty-two affordable housing units for low-income households, to be located at 265 and 266 Moss Grove Boulevard.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Approve appeal by John K. King of BZA decision regarding 710 N. Cherry Street (File 1-I-20-VA) A Resolution approving an appeal by John K. King, on behalf of Tennessee Right to Life, Education Fund, Inc., of the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision to approve a variance to reduce the minimum parking setback as more fully described herein, for property located at 710 N. Cherry Street. (File number 1-I-20-VA)(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to deny:Failed 9-0-0-0
Failed
Feb 25, 2020
Approve appeal by Jennifer Arthur of BZA decision regarding 931 Langford Avenue (File 11-I-19-VA) A Resolution approving an appeal by Jennifer Arthur of the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision to approve four variances, more fully described herein, for property temporarily designated as 931 Langford Avenue, Michael Davis, Applicant. (File number 11-I-19-VA)(Requested by Plans Review and Inspections)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Feb 25, 2020
Close unimproved portion of Glen Creek Road (File No. 1-B-20-SC) O-41-2020 — An Ordinance to close the unimproved portion of Glen Creek Road between 2358 McCampbell Wells Way and the terminus of Glen Creek Road right-of-way, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Trans South Properties, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-B-20-SC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Close unimproved section of Autumn Creek Drive (File No. 1-A-20-SC) O-40-2020 — An Ordinance to close the unimproved section of Autumn Creek Drive between 5714 Autumn Creek Drive and Glen Creek Road, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Trans South Properties, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-A-20-SC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Close unnamed alley between 3617 and 3601 Sutherland Avenue (File No. 1-A-20-AC) O-39-2020 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between 3617 Sutherland Avenue and 3601 Sutherland Avenue, City Block 50620, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Rodney Reagan, Farm Fresh Produce Mkt., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-A-20-AC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Amend Knoxville Zoning Code to clarify language and align with procedures (File No. 12-A-19-OA) O-38-2020 — An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as "The City of Knoxville Zoning Code" to clarify language, correct inconsistencies, and to align ordinance language with processes and procedures, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 13-0) (File No. 12-A-19-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Amend Downtown Knoxville Design Guidelines concerning File 1-B-20-OB O-37-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Downtown Knoxville Design Guidelines as recommended by the Downtown Design Review Board and Planning staff, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-B-20-OB) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Appropriate $13,924.02 from Parks and Recreation for Challenge Grant Award Program O-36-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $13,924.02 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grants and Benevolence Fund and donating same for completed projects to various qualified organizations as part of the Challenge Grant Award Program. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Confirm appointments to the Better Building Board of the City of Knoxville R-61-2020 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville confirming the appointment of Patricia Henao Mesa and the reappointment of Polly Doka and Carly Baskette to the Better Building Board of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Appropriate $800 from Community Improvement Fund for the Muse Knoxville STEAM Carnival O-28-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $800.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Muse Knoxville to be utilized toward the annual STEAM Carnival.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Singh and Rider) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020 Approve Certificate of Compliance for Dollar General Store #16042 for wine license R-52-2020 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Dollar General Store #16042 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Department of Finance) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Grant pension of $592.61/month to Tony N. King, Knoxville General Government employee R-53-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $592.61 per month to Tony N. King, an employee of the Knoxville General Government. (Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Grant pension of $948.31/month to Robin S. Bryant, Knoxville General Government employee R-54-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $948.31 per month to Robin S. Bryant, an employee of the Knoxville General Government. (Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Grant pension of $1,177.21/month to Mark M. Wagner, Knoxville General Government employee R-55-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,177.21 per month to Mark M. Wagner, an employee of the Knoxville General Government. (Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Grant pension of $4,104.18/month to Kenneth T. Robertson, Knoxville Police Department employee R-56-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,104.18 per month to Kenneth T. Robertson, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department. (Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Grant pension of $3,705.24/month to Debra K. Beeler, Knoxville General Government employee R-57-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,705.24 per month to Debra K. Beeler, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Grant pension of $1,462.34/month to Cheryl D. Lewis, Knoxville General Government employee R-58-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,462.34 per month to Cheryl D. Lewis, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Grant pension of $2,408.75/month to Cheryl A. Davis, Knoxville General Government employee R-59-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,408.75 per month (defined benefit only) to Cheryl A. Davis, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $1,000 from Community Improvement Fund for Centro Hispano de East Tennessee O-22-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward the Lideramos Latino Leadership Conference.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, and Rider) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $1,950 from Community Improvement Fund for Epilepsy Foundation of East Tennessee O-23-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,950.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Epilepsy Foundation of East Tennessee to be utilized toward purchasing helmets.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Rider, Thomas, Fugate, and Testerman) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $1,000 from Community Improvement Fund for Friends of Knox County Library O-24-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Friends of the Knox County Library to be utilized toward the annual Children's Festival of Reading.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Rider, and Fugate) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $750 from Community Improvement Fund for Alpha Pi Omega Foundation O-25-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $750.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Alpha Pi Omega Foundation to be utilized toward the Annual Alfredda C. Delaney Scholarship Brunch event.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto and Rider) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $600 from Community Improvement Fund for Ijams Nature Center O-26-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $600.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Ijams Nature Center, Inc. to be utilized toward the Ninth Annual Wonder of Hummingbirds Festival.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto and Rider) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $850 from Community Improvement Fund for Girl Talk, Inc. mentoring programs O-27-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $850.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Girl Talk, Inc. to be utilized toward mentoring and providing community and school based programs.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto and Singh) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $800 from Community Improvement Fund for the Muse Knoxville STEAM Carnival O-28-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $800.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Muse Knoxville to be utilized toward the annual STEAM Carnival.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Singh and Rider) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $6,700 from Community Improvement Fund for Metro Drug Coalition recovery housing O-29-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $6,700.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Metro Drug Coalition to be utilized toward recovery housing.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Rider, Thomas, and Fugate) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $200 from Community Improvement Fund for SEEED, Inc. training programs O-30-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $200.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to SEEED, Inc. to be utilized toward the career readiness and community engagement training programs.(Requested by Councilmember Singh) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $1,100 from Community Improvement Fund for National Coalition of 100 Black Women O-31-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,100.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the National Coalition of 100 Black Women to be utilized toward the Denim & Diamonds: Cards & Comedy Fundraising Event.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, and Rider) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $1,350 from Community Improvement Fund for Project Grad Knoxville, Inc. O-32-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,350.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Project Grad Knoxville, Inc. to be utilized toward expenses required to continue serving students and families.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, and Rider) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $2,950 from Community Improvement Fund for MLK Jr. Commemorative Commission O-33-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,950.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Commission, Inc., to be utilized toward the 2020 King Week Celebration events.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Rider, Thomas, Fugate, and Testerman) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020 Appropriate $850 from Community Improvement Fund for Knoxville Symphony Society O-34-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $850.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Symphony Society, Inc. to be utilized toward providing in-school performances for Knoxville schools.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto and Rider) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 25, 2020
Add Community Improvement Fund Appropriation for Knoxville Symphony Society to agenda Motion to: add to the agenda under the consent items a Community Improvement Fund Appropriation to the Knoxville Symphony Society
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Ordinance to establish a process for zoning studies (PC File No. 11-H-19-OB) 12-a — An Ordinance to establish a process for initiating and undertaking a zoning study, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 9-4) (PC File No. 11-H-19-OB) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to withdraw:Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Feb 25, 2020
Approval of minutes from the February 20, 2020 Special Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the February 20, 2020 Special Meeting of City Council
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 25, 2020
Approval of minutes from the February 11, 2020 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the February 11, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance to rezone property at 2735 MLK Jr Ave to RN-4 O-21-2020 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2735 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue from RN-2 (Single Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13- 0 Consent) (File No. 1-B-20-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance to rezone property at 2735 MLK Jr Ave to RN-4 O-21-2020 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2735 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue from RN-2 (Single Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13- 0 Consent) (File No. 1-B-20-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance to close unimproved portion of Glen Creek Road An Ordinance to close the unimproved portion of Glen Creek Road between 2358 McCampbell Wells Way and the terminus of Glen Creek Road right-of-way, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Trans South Properties, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1- B-20-SC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance to close unnamed alley between 3617 and 3601 Sutherland Ave An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between 3617 Sutherland Avenue and 3601 Sutherland Avenue, City Block 50620, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Rodney Reagan, Farm Fresh Produce Mkt., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-A-20-AC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance to close unimproved section of Autumn Creek Drive An Ordinance to close the unimproved section of Autumn Creek Drive between 5714 Autumn Creek Drive and Glen Creek Road, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Trans South Properties, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-A-20-SC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance to close portion of Myrtle Street An Ordinance to close a portion of Myrtle Street between the northern right-of-way line of East Fifth Avenue and terminus and dead-end, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 4-A-19-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville- Knox County Planning Commission)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance amending City of Knoxville Zoning Code An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as "The City of Knoxville Zoning Code" to clarify language, correct inconsistencies, and to align ordinance language with processes and procedures, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 13-0) (File No. 12-A-19-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance amending City of Knoxville Zoning Code An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as "The City of Knoxville Zoning Code" to clarify language, correct inconsistencies, and to align ordinance language with processes and procedures, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 13-0) (File No. 12-A-19-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance to amend Downtown Knoxville Design Guidelines An Ordinance to amend the Downtown Knoxville Design Guidelines as recommended by the Downtown Design Review Board and Planning staff, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-B-20-OB) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance appropriating $13,924.02 for Challenge Grant Award Program An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $13,924.02 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grants and Benevolence Fund and donating same for completed projects to various qualified organizations as part of the Challenge Grant Award Program. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance extending moratorium on shared mobility vehicles An Ordinance extending the moratorium imposed by Ordinance Nos. O-137-2018, O-16- 2019, and O-101-2019 upon shared mobility vehicles within the City of Knoxville through September 2, 2020, with the exception of those shared mobility vehicle providers operating in accordance with and authorized by the City’s pilot program. (Requested by Law Department)
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Resolution approving the annual budget of the Central Business Improvement District R-51-2020 — A Resolution approving the annual budget of the Central Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. (Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Resolution authorizing amendment to contract with Visit Knoxville for Census marketing R-50-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to Contract Number C-13- 0089 between the City of Knoxville and Knoxville Convention & Visitors Bureau d/b/a Visit Knoxville to expand the scope of services to provide for Census marketing for an additional contract amount not to exceed $35,000.00.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Contracts & purchasing
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Resolution authorizing agreement for ICAC training with TN Assoc. of Chiefs of Police R-49-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police to coordinate Internet Crimes Against Children Investigator training and website maintenance, pursuant to a grant from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Programs, in an amount not to exceed $79,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Resolution requesting study for Alcoa Highway Corridor development R-48-2020 — A Resolution respectfully requesting Knoxville-Knox County Planning to undertake a study to develop an approach and policies for envisioning and managing development and redevelopment along the Alcoa Highway Corridor.(Requested by Councilmember Welch) Roads & infrastructure
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Resolution requesting corridor study for Western Ave/Oak Ridge Hwy R-47-2020 — A Resolution respectfully requesting Knoxville-Knox County Planning to undertake a corridor study for Western Avenue/Oak Ridge Highway. (Requested by Councilmember Singh) Roads & infrastructure
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance amending Classification and Compensation Plan for General Government employees O-19-2020 — An Ordinance to amend Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plan for General Government employees.(Requested by Civil Service) Personnel & appointments
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance to amend FY19/20 Operating and Capital Budgets O-18-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the FY19/20 Operating and Capital Budgets. (Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Emergency Ordinance appropriating $1,500 to Carpetbag Theatre Inc. 12-v — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Carpetbag Theatre Inc. to be utilized toward the 30th Annual Youth Theatre Festival.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, & Rider) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Emergency Ordinance appropriating $1,250 to Knoxville Area Urban League 12-u — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Area Urban League, Inc. to be utilized toward the shoes for school event.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Welch, Roberto, Singh, and Rider) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Emergency Ordinance appropriating $300 to The Muse Knoxville 12-t — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville Appropriating the sum of $300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Muse Knoxville to be utilized toward the annual STEAM Carnival.(Requested by Councilmember Welch) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-1-0
Feb 11, 2020
Emergency Ordinance appropriating $1,000 to Metro Drug Coalition 12-s — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Metro Drug Coalition to be utilized toward recovery housing.(Requested by Councilmember Welch) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Emergency Ordinance appropriating $500 to East Tennessee Community Design Center 12-r — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. to be utilized toward Vectorworks software updates and plotter repairs.(Requested by Councilmember Welch) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Emergency Ordinance appropriating $500 to SEEED, Inc. 12-q — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to SEEED, Inc. to be utilized toward the career readiness and community engagement training programs.(Requested by Councilmember Welch) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Emergency Ordinance appropriating $500 to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee 12-p — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward the Lideramos Latino Leadership Conference.(Requested by Councilmember Welch) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Emergency Ordinance appropriating $250 to Alpha Pi Omega Foundation 12-o — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City Knoxville appropriating the sum of $250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Alpha Pi Omega Foundation toward the Annual Alfredda C. Delaney Scholarship Brunch event.(Requested by Councilmember Welch) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Emergency Ordinance appropriating $200 to Epilepsy Foundation 12-n — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $200.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Epilepsy Foundation of East Tennessee to be utilized toward purchasing helmets.(Requested by Councilmember Welch) Budget & taxes
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance to rezone property at 3313 Mill Road to I-G District 12-l — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 3313 Mill Road from RN-1 (Single Family Residential Neighborhood) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, subject to one condition, Marty Norton, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-3) (File No. 1-A- 20-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance amending One Year Plan for property at 3313-3309 Mill Road 12-k — An Ordinance approving the request of Marty Norton for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Light Industrial for property located at 3313 and 3309 Mill Road. (Planning Commission Approved 10-3) (File No. 1-A-20-PA) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Feb 11, 2020
Ordinance amending Sector Plan for property at 3313-3309 Mill Road 12-j — An Ordinance approving the request of Marty Norton for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Light Industrial for property located at 3313 and 3309 Mill Road. (Planning Commission Approved 9-4) (File No. 1-A-20-SP) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Feb 11, 2020
Approve minutes of previous meeting APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion to: approve the minutes of the January 28, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council
Seema Singh’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 28, 2020
Amend Knoxville City Code Section 2-450 to adjust Classification and Compensation Plan An Ordinance to amend Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plan for General Government employees.(Requested by Civil Service)
Seema Singh’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 28, 2020
Amend the FY19/20 Operating and Capital Budgets An Ordinance to amend the FY19/20 Operating and Capital Budgets.(Requested by Finance Department)
Seema Singh’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous

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