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Tommy Smith’s votes on Parks & community

88 recorded votes: 82 aye · 1 no · 5 absent

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Jun 28, 2022
Fund Neighborhood Housing Inc. KnoxWorx Workforce Development Program R-195-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $216,105.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for its KnoxWorx Workforce Development Program.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 19, 2022
Authorize Mayor to agreement with Solar Alliance Southeast, LLC for Cal Johnson Recreation Center solar array R-121-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Solar Alliance Southeast, LLC to install a solar array at the Cal Johnson Recreation Center for a cost not to exceed $48,765.50.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 5, 2022
Authorize Mayor to enter Donation Agreement with U.S. Soccer Foundation for Mini-Pitch R-114-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Donation Agreement with the U.S. Soccer Foundation and express appreciation for the Mini-Pitch installation at Harriet Tubman Park.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 5, 2022
Authorize MOU with One Knoxville Sporting Club for Mini-Pitch at Harriet Tubman Park R-113-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with One Knoxville Sporting Club for installation and completion of a Mini-Pitch project at Harriet Tubman Park with a commitment of $50,000.00 from the City.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: No Failed 4-5-0-0
Split Failed
Mar 22, 2022
Authorize agreement with Keep Knoxville Beautiful R-107-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Keep Knoxville Beautiful to provide litter abatement, graffiti abatement, recycling education, volunteer coordination and an adopt-a-road program for the City of Knoxville Waste and Resources Office for an amount not to exceed $40,000.00 annually.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2022
Authorize lease agreement with Fountain City Recreation Commission R-104-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Fountain City Recreation Commission for the lease of Fountain City Ballpark for the purpose of maintaining and operating athletic and recreation programs for City residents for an annual fee of $3,500.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2022
Accept donation from Knox County Health Dept for Caswell Park fitness equipment R-103-2022 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Knox County Health Department for the donation of $32,995.54, for outdoor fitness equipment and installation at Caswell Park, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2022
Accept donation of 16 park benches from Veterans Heritage Site Foundation R-102-2022 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Veterans Heritage Site Foundation for the donation of 16 park benches, with an estimated value of $40,000.00, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2022
Appropriate $17,042.09 from Parks & Rec fund for Challenge Grant Program O-43-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $17,042.09 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) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2022
Prohibit tobacco/vapor products in City parks, playgrounds, greenways O-42-2022 — An Ordinance amending Chapter 20, Article III, Sections 20-52 and 20-61 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to prohibiting the use of tobacco or vapor products on the grounds of City-owned parks, playgrounds, greenways, and property.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 8, 2022
Amend City Code to prohibit tobacco/vapor products in City parks and greenways b. — An Ordinance amending Chapter 20, Article III, Sections 20-52 and 20-61 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to prohibiting the use of tobacco or vapor products on the grounds of City-owned parks, playgrounds, greenways, and property.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 8, 2022
Authorize Mayor to accept Willow Cottage property for Lakeshore Park recreation facilities R-92-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept the transfer of property at 6430 South Northshore Drive, known as Willow Cottage, from the State of Tennessee for use in the development of new public recreation facilities at Lakeshore Park.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 22, 2022
Allow beer distribution at Lakeshore Park by server permit holders. O-16-2022 — An Ordinance amending Chapter 4, Article I of the Knoxville City Code so as to allow distribution of beer or alcoholic beverages at Lakeshore Park by holders of server permits issued by the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Testerman) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 8, 2022
Appropriate $7,000 to YWCA Project Reach O-15-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $7,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the YWCA Project Reach to continue service learning, job skills, and job creation for at-risk youth to increase opportunities for success.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Authorize acquisition of property at 108 Knox Road for up to $135,000 R-32-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property located at 108 Knox Road by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, in fee simple for an amount not to exceed $135,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2021
Emergency ordinance to appropriate funds for Project Grad Thanksgiving baskets O-130-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Project Grad to provide ten Thanksgiving baskets to disadvantaged Austin East High School students and their families.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2021
Appropriate funds for AMBC Fall Fest sponsorship O-129-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $3,000.00 from Parks and Recreation Department's operating budget and donating same toward the sponsorship of Appalachian Mountain Bike Club's 12th annual AMBC Fall Fest.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 19, 2021
Authorize collaboration and grant agreement with Legacy Parks Foundation for two years R-338-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a collaboration and grant agreement with Legacy Parks Foundation in an amount not to exceed $75,000.00 per year for a two-year term with the option to extend the term for one additional year.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 21, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to lease ice rink equipment from IRE Crown Rinks, LLC for Market Square Holidays on Ice R-308-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a five-year agreement with IRE Crown Rinks, LLC to lease ice making and ice skating equipment, services and supplies to the City to operate the ice rink at the Market Square Holidays on Ice for an amount not to exceed $81,086.00 for the first two years followed by a 5% increase for the third and fourth years, and a 5% increase for the fifth year.(Requested by Special Events) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 21, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to accept TVA grant for public WiFi and digital kiosks improvement R-306-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant donation up to $70,000.00 from the Tennessee Valley Authority, with a $30,000 match, to help offset costs for improvement of public WiFi networks and digital kiosks for residents to access at community centers and recreation facilities within the City.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021
Authorize agreement with KC-CAC for John T. O'Connor Senior Center programs R-302-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee in an annual amount not to exceed $138,000.00 to provide adult education, health, social services, and recreation programs in the John T. O'Connor Senior Citizen Center.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021
Appropriate $500 to Samaritan Ministry for services to homeless/disordered O-109-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Samaritan Ministry to provide resources and services primarily for people experiencing homelessness, poverty, and substance use disorder.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021
Appropriate $2,500 to Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation for outreach events O-108-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation to provide resources to co-host three community outreach events in the Lonsdale Community focusing on equipping young people with hope and strategies promoting unity and gun violence prevention.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021
Authorize agreement with Taylors Lawn Service for cemetery maintenance. R-277-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Taylors Lawn Service to provide grounds maintenance at the Odd Fellows Cemetery and Potter's Field for an amount not to exceed $43,120.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021
Authorize agreement for drainage improvements at Municipal Golf Course. R-274-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Signet Golf Associates II, Inc. for drainage improvements at the Knoxville Municipal Golf Course for an amount not to exceed $47,285.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021
Appropriate $1,200 for Legacy Parks Foundation's Legacy Luncheon. O-105-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,200.00 from Parks and Recreation Department's grants and benevolence fund and donating same toward the sponsorship of Legacy Parks Foundation's 2021 Legacy Luncheon.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021
Appropriate $4,600 for Fountain City Park maintenance. O-104-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $4,600.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's grants and benevolence fund and donating same to Fountain City Lions Club to be utilized toward the maintenance and upkeep of Fountain City Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Express appreciation to the Tennessee RiverLine R-223-2021 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Tennessee RiverLine for its work towards its vision for a continuous system of paddling, hiking and biking experiences along the Tennessee River's 652-mile reach from Knoxville, Tennessee to Paducah, Kentucky.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Agreement with National Building Service for park restroom janitorial R-222-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with National Building Service for janitorial services for the outdoor restroom facilities located at numerous parks within the city limits for an amount not to exceed $54,834.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Agreement with National Building Service for recreation center janitorial R-221-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with National Building Service for janitorial services for various City recreation centers, for an annual cost not to exceed $147,960.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Manage $1.1M donation from GEM Community Development Group R-220-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Donation Agreement and to execute any other documents necessary with Emerald Youth Foundation to provide management of the $1,100,000.00 donation from GEM Community Development Group that will provide improvements to Claude Walker Park and Ballfields.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Accept donation of Fountain City Park from Lions Club R-219-2021 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Fountain City Lions Club for the donation of Fountain City Park, approximately 7.94 acres including the Fountain City Lake and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for outreach workers R-216-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Volunteer Ministry Center to provide the services of two outreach workers to deliver direct outreach and engagement to unsheltered persons experiencing homelessness with a particular focus on reaching and serving unsheltered persons in an area around the intersection of Broadway and Magnolia Avenue, for a total annual contract price not to exceed $157,798.00.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Subgrantee agreement with HomeSource East TN for Homeownership Program R-215-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with HomeSource East Tennessee for $172,500.00 in CDBG-CV funds for support of the Homeownership Assistance Program.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Subgrantee agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for KnoxWorx R-214-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for an amount not to exceed $216,105.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds for the KnoxWorx Workforce Development Program.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for "Operation Backyard" R-213-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $262,050.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the Minor Home Repair Program "Operation Backyard."(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County CAC for CDBG funds R-212-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 in CDBG funds for the Emergency and Minor Home Repair Program.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Subgrantee agreement with East TN Community Design Center for CDBG funding R-211-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the East Tennessee Community Design Center to provide an amount not to exceed $55,000.00 in CDBG funding for conceptual design and technical assistance for community improvement projects.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Appropriate $4,200 from Community Improvement Fund to SEEED, Inc. O-86-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,200.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to SEEED, Inc. to be utilized toward the Construction and Weatherization Boot Camp.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Smith, Thomas, and Parker) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Appropriate $1,156 from Community Improvement Fund to UUNIK Academy O-85-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,156.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to UUNIK Academy, Inc. to be utilized toward the 2021 STEAMI Summer Institute project.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmember Parker) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Appropriate $500 from Community Improvement Fund to Girl Scout Council O-84-2021 — 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 Girl Scout Council of the Southern Appalachians, Inc. to be utilized toward program supplies for the Girl Scout Outreach Program.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh and Testerman) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Appropriate $3,073.87 from Community Improvement Fund to Legacy Parks Foundation O-83-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,073.87 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Legacy Parks Foundation acting as fiscal agent on behalf of South Woodlawn Neighborhood Association to be utilized toward welcome signs.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Singh, Rider, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Appropriate $1,250 from Community Improvement Fund to Knox Heritage O-82-2021 — 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 Knox Heritage, Inc. to be utilized toward a UV protective coating to studio and gallery skylights.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh, Rider, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Appropriate $4,150 from Community Improvement Fund to The Mend House O-81-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to The Mend House Sober Living Community for Men to be utilized toward operating expenses.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Singh, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Appropriate $4,600 from Community Improvement Fund to West Hills Elementary O-80-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,600.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to West Hills Elementary School Wolf Pack Foundation to be utilized toward an all-inclusive playground.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Appropriate $4,450 from Community Improvement Fund to Metro Drug Coalition O-79-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,450.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Metro Drug Coalition to be utilized toward the Recovery Housing Fund.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Appropriate $6,150 from Community Improvement Fund to Fulton High School O-78-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $6,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Fulton High School to be utilized toward purchase and repair of athletic equipment.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Singh, Rider, Thomas, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Appropriate $3,200 from Community Improvement Fund to Canvas Can Do Miracles O-77-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,200.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Canvas Can Do Miracles to be utilized toward operating expenses.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021
Appropriate $3,750 from Community Improvement Fund to Knox Education Foundation O-76-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,750.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knox Education Foundation to be utilized toward the Community School initiative.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Singh, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution appreciating Legacy Parks Foundation's donation of land and authorizing acceptance R-156-2021 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Legacy Parks Foundation for the donation of 53.86 Acres on the north side of Sharps Ridge and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to lease Dr. E. V. Davidson Recreation Center pool to Emerald Youth Foundation R-126-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement to lease the pool facilities at the Dr. E. V. Davidson Recreation Center located at 3124 Wilson Avenue to Emerald Youth Foundation for serving the youth of Knoxville.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to license agreement with State of Tennessee for Downtown PetSafe Dog Park R-125-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a license agreement with the State of Tennessee allowing the continued use of the Downtown PetSafe Dog Park.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 9, 2021
Amend contract for Fort Kid Playground Project design services R-76-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No C-20-0052 with Hedstrom Landscape Architecture to provide design services for the Fort Kid Playground Project, increasing the contract amount by $38,600.00 for a new total contract amount of $68,200.00 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 9, 2021
MOU with Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for land purchase R-72-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Appalachian Mountain Bike Club providing that the City pay an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 toward the purchase of 28 acres of property to expand the William Hastie Natural Area in the Urban Wilderness, and expressing appreciation for the donation of property to the City.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 9, 2021
Authorize lease with Legacy Parks Foundation for boat launch R-71-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a lease agreement with Legacy Parks Foundation for water access at Bicentennial Park for a non-motorized boat launch.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 23, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Ace Miller Golden Gloves for boxing program R-57-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ace Miller Golden Gloves Charities, Inc. to provide an amateur boxing program for an amount not to exceed Seventy-Five Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($75,000.00) annually.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 26, 2021
Authorize agreement with Salvation Army for partitions at Bridge of Hope R-25-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Salvation Army, Knoxville Area Command to provide an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 for the purchase and installation of physical partitions at the Bridge of Hope Men’s Transitional Housing Program, as part of the City's response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Abstain Adopted 7-0-2-0
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept USTA grant for West Hills Park tennis courts R-365-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant donation up to $81,000.00 from the United States Tennis Association (USTA), USTA Southern Section and USTA Tennessee, to help offset the costs of the construction of four (4) new tennis courts at West Hills Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Express appreciation to Boyd Foundation and accept $250k donation for dog parks R-364-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Boyd Foundation for the donation of $250,000.00 toward the construction of five (5) new dog parks within the City of Knoxville and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 17, 2020
Emergency Ordinance: appropriate $400 to Project Grad for Thanksgiving baskets O-171-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $400.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Project Grad to provide ten Thanksgiving baskets for disadvantaged Austin East High School students and their families.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 20, 2020
Execute partnership agreement with Tennessee RiverLine R-300-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a partnership agreement with the Tennessee RiverLine to offer economic opportunities and public health benefits to communities, urban and rural, and enhance the stewardship of the Tennessee River Landscape for an amount not to exceed $750.00 annually from the Parks and Recreation Grants and Benevolence Fund.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 20, 2020
Execute amendment to Lakeshore Park Conservancy management agreement R-299-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a First Amendment to the Second Amended and Restated Management Agreement with Lakeshore Park Conservancy adopting and approving the 2020 Master Plan prepared by Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 20, 2020
Amend smoking regulations on City-owned playgrounds O-152-2020 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 20, Article III, Sections 20-52 and 20-61 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to smoking on the grounds of City-owned playgrounds.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 6, 2020
Resolution: Donation Agreement with BCBST for Morningside Park improvements R-293-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Donation Agreement and to execute any other documents necessary with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation for the donation of playground equipment, park upgrades, and related maintenance services at Morningside Park valuing approximately $5,520,000.00 and to express the City's appreciation and gratitude for said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 6, 2020
Resolution: Name part of Morningside Park "BlueCross Healthy Place" R-292-2020 — A Resolution to add the name "BlueCross Healthy Place at Morningside Park" to a portion of Morningside Park.(Requested by Chairperson Rider and Vice Mayor McKenzie) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Oct 6, 2020
Resolution: Appreciate Kingston Pike-Sequoyah Hills Assoc for Panther Fountain R-290-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Kingston Pike-Sequoyah Hills Association for its donation of all design plans, materials, supplies, and labor to fully repair and restore Panther Fountain, located within City property at the intersection of Talahi Drive and Taliluna Avenue, and authorizing the City to enter into a Limited Use Agreement with the neighborhood association in order to proceed with the project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 6, 2020
Resolution: Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for housing R-285-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center, Inc. to award an amount not to exceed $1,440,000.00 from the Affordable Rental Development Fund for the development of 48 affordable housing units for very low income households to be located at 1501 East Fifth Avenue.(Requested by Community Development Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 22, 2020
Resolution expressing appreciation to Knox County Health Department for donation of outdoor fitness equipment R-276-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Knox County Health Department for the donation, with an estimated value of $55,000.00, of outdoor fitness equipment and installation at Danny Mayfield Park and Paul Hogue Park, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 22, 2020
Resolution expressing appreciation to 2K Foundations for donation to Cal Johnson Park R-275-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to 2K Foundations for the donation of improvements at Cal Johnson Park with an estimated cost of $100,000.00, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Appropriate $1,500 to Alliance House for Zoom calls O-116-2020 — 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 Alliance House Community Coalition to be utilized toward bi-monthly Zoom calls.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020
Amend agreement with National Building Service for park restroom janitorial services R-220-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the current agreement C-18-0119 with National Building Service for outdoor restroom janitorial services located at numerous park facilities within the city limits to include daily cleaning services due to COVID-19, at an additional cost of $1,900.00 a month, as needed, for six (6) months, for a total monthly price not to exceed $6,129.58.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020
Appropriate $5,175 from Parks and Recreation to Fountain City Lions Club O-112-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,175.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's grants and benevolence fund and donating same to Fountain City Lions Club to be utilized toward the maintenance and upkeep of Fountain City Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020
Resolution authorizing agreement with Gulf Source Security Systems for Parks & Rec security R-203-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gulf Source Security Systems, LLC d/b/a Signal 88 Security to provide security services for the Parks and Recreation Department for a contract price not to exceed $89,031.00 per year, and to provide security services as needed for special events and City sponsored basketball games at the rate of $18.45 per hour, for a total contract price not to exceed $281,000.00 annually.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020
Resolution to apply for and accept grant for tree purchase and installation R-180-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the Tennessee Division of Forestry to receive funding for the purchase and installation of trees in an amount not to exceed $20,000.00 with a City match of $20,000.00 and authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept such a grant.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020
Resolution for agreement with SCU Bus Lines for Parks and Recreation transportation R-178-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with SCU Bus Lines, LLC, to provide transportation services to participants in various programs sponsored by the City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department for a total contract amount not to exceed $50,000.00 per year.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020 Emergency ordinance to amend O-24-2020, donating $1,000 for Library Summer Club 12-f — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Ordinance O-24-2020, appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Friends of the Knox County Public Library to be Utilized toward the Annual Children's Festival of Reading, to allow use of said funds for an adapted 2020 Summer Library Club.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Rider, and Fugate) Parks & community Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020 Emergency ordinance to appropriate $529 to Childhelp, Inc. for at-risk children 12-g — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $529.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Childhelp, Inc. to be utilized toward serving at-risk, neglected, and abused children in the Knoxville community.(Requested by Councilmember Fugate) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020 Emergency ordinance to appropriate $1,000 to Friends of Literacy for Family Literacy Program 12-h — 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 Literacy, Inc. to be utilized toward the purchase of books for the Family Literacy Program.(Requested by Councilmember Thomas) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020 Emergency ordinance to appropriate $1,600 to Three3, Inc. for police-community survey 12-i — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,600.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Three3, Inc. to be utilized toward conducting a survey of relationships between police and the community.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Thomas, and Parker) Public safety Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020 Emergency ordinance to appropriate $3,150 to Youth Outreach STEM for K-6 programs 12-j — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Youth Outreach in Science Technology Engineering and Math to be utilized toward Saturday community sessions for grades K-6.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Robert, Rider, Thomas, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020 Emergency ordinance to appropriate $2,756 to Keep Knoxville Beautiful for creek cleanups 12-k — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,756 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Keep Knoxville Beautiful, Inc. toward litter cleanups along Knoxville creeks.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Thomas, and Testerman) Parks & community Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020 Emergency ordinance to appropriate $1,000 to Bridge Refugee Services for resettled households 12-l — 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 Bridge Refugee Services, Inc. to be utilized toward assisting two households recently resettled in Knoxville.(Requested by Councilmember Thomas) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020 Emergency ordinance to appropriate $5,250 to Chilhowee Intermediate School for playspace 12-m — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $5,250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Chilhowee Intermediate School to be utilized toward creating an outdoor playspace.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Rider, Thomas, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020 Emergency ordinance to appropriate $4,300 to Centro Hispano for Spanish classes 12-n — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward Spanish classes at South Knoxville Elementary.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Testerman, and Parker) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020 Emergency ordinance to appropriate $3,650 to UUNIK Academy for STEAMI Summer Institute 12-o — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,650.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to UUNIK Academy, Inc. to be utilized toward the STEAMI Summer Institute project.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Testerman, and Parker) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020 Emergency ordinance to appropriate $1,150 to Community Shares for Next Step Initiative 12-p — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating the same to Community Shares, Inc., serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Next Step Initiative to be utilized toward ongoing outreach and equipment needs.(Requested by Councilmembers Rider and Thomas) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jun 2, 2020
Authorize application and acceptance of AARP Community Challenge Grant for William Powell Park R-165-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept an AARP Community Challenge Grant to provide park improvements at William Powell Park in an amount not to exceed $40,000.00 with no matching funds from the City.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 5, 2020
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Goodwill Industries for recycling services R-137-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Goodwill Industries - Knoxville, Inc. to provide all personnel, materials, equipment and supervision necessary to provide recycling maintenance, customer assistance and educational services at five (5) area locations throughout the City for an annual contract price not to exceed $112,961.27.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 5, 2020
Authorize Mayor to execute easement with VVI Project for Holston Building encroachment R-131-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an easement agreement with VVI Project, LLC allowing improvements to the Holston Building to encroach into the Krutch Park Extension.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 21, 2020
Authorize agreement with Ijams Nature Center for waterway cleaning R-117-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ijams Nature Center to provide trash and debris removal services for the waterways from Forks of the River to the end of Sequoyah Park for an amount not to exceed $41,400.00 annually.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 21, 2020
Authorize Mayor to award $642,752 in Historic Preservation Grants R-110-2020 — 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) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-1-0
Split
Apr 21, 2020
Appropriate $15000 and donate to Penultimate Development for leadership program O-60-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $15,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Penultimate Development to be utilized toward its Penult Leadership Development program.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 21, 2020
Appropriate $10000 and donate to Freedom Village of Hope for summer programs O-59-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $10,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Freedom Village of Hope as fiscal agent for the East Tennessee Freedom Schools program to host summer enrichment programs.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 21, 2020
Appropriate $6000 and donate to YoSTEM for gSTEM program O-58-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $6,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Youth Outreach in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (YoSTEM) to be utilized toward its Girls in STEM (gSTEM) program.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 21, 2020
Appropriate $1000 and donate to Next Step Initiative for family support O-57-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Next Step Initiative through its fiscal agent Community Shares to be utilized toward a series of activities to support children and families from Montgomery Village.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 21, 2020 Appropriate $2000 and donate to East Tennessee Community Design Center for software/repairs O-53-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,000.00 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 Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Rider, Thomas, and Fugate) Parks & community Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Apr 21, 2020 Appropriate $821 and donate to Dogwood Elementary for playground O-54-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $821.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Dogwood Elementary School to be utilized toward costs required to update and expand its playground.(Requested by Councilmember Fugate) Schools Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Apr 21, 2020 Appropriate $700 and donate to East Tennessee Community Design Center for park plan O-55-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $700.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Forest Heights Neighborhood Association to be utilized toward Forest Heights pocket park master plan development.(Requested by Councilmember Roberto) Parks & community Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
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
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
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
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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