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Tommy Smith’s votes on Parks & community

100 recorded votes: 97 aye · 1 abstain · 2 absent

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Aug 19, 2025
Authorize agreement with D.R. Phillips, LLC for Mary Vestal Park R-240-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with D.R. Phillips, LLC in an amount not to exceed $683,617.57 for the Mary Vestal Park Streambank Stabilization Project, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant. (Requested by Engineering Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 19, 2025
Authorize agreement with EnSafe Inc. for Rock City Park R-239-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with EnSafe Inc. to provide professional construction engineering and inspection services for the Rock City Park Streambank Stabilization Project in an amount not to exceed $218,320.00, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant. (Requested by Engineering Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 19, 2025
Authorize agreement with Shamrock Construction for Rock City Park R-238-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Shamrock Construction & Remediation, LLC in an amount not to exceed $599,325.65 for the Rock City Park Streambank Stabilization Project, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant. (Requested by Engineering Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 19, 2025
Authorize lease agreement with The Muse Knoxville R-233-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with The Muse Knoxville to lease property located at 3301 East Magnolia Avenue in order to operate a Science and Discovery Museum for the children and families of this community and the region. (Requested by Administration) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Aug 5, 2025
Amend agreement with Petra Construction for Cecil Webb Rec Center Renovation R-221-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the agreement with Petra Construction Company, LLC for the Cecil Webb Recreation Center Renovation Project, increasing the amount by $83,081.75 for a new total contract amount not to exceed $1,142,359.75. Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Absent Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 24, 2025
Authorize agreement with River Sports Outfitters for Augusta Quarry Park R-164-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with River Sports Outfitters, Inc. for professional services provided at Augusta Quarry Park, for an annual amount not to exceed $168,200.00. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-1-1
Jun 24, 2025
Amend and renew Ijams Nature Center agreement R-163-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend agreement C-15-0301 with Ijams Nature Center to increase the contract's annual amount by $50,000.00. for a new total annual contract amount of $197,750.00 and exercising the first option to renew the agreement. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 27, 2025
Authorize First Lease Amendment with Boghani Properties, LLC R-140-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a First Lease Amendment between the City and Boghani Properties, LLC to update the leased unit numbers and execute the lease extensions through December 31, 2050. (Requested by Operations) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 27, 2025
Authorize sublease agreement with The Art and Culture Alliance R-139-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a new sublease agreement between the City and The Art and Culture Alliance for the use of the commercial spaces at the Emporium Building located at 100 S. Gay Street. (Requested by Operations) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 27, 2025
Authorize license agreement with Downtown Knoxville Alliance for "Newts in Knoxville" R-138-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a license agreement between the City and Downtown Knoxville Alliance for the installation and maintenance of small, bronze figures on specific locations on public property downtown for the long-term installation of the "Newts in Knoxville" scavenger hunt. (Requested by Operations) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 27, 2025
Authorize agreement with Wildlands Engineering for Mary Vestal Park R-132-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Wildlands Engineering, Inc. to provide construction engineering and inspection services for the Mary Vestal Park Streambank Stabilization Project in an amount not to exceed $88,000.00, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant. (Requested by Engineering Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 29, 2025
Apply for and accept "Organic Management" Grant R-117-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for the ”Organic Management” Grant and, if awarded, accept a grant in the amount of $25,000.00 from the Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation (TDEC), to further grow The Knoxville Compost Project by continuing to divert municipal food waste from the landfill to reduce greenhouse gases and to produce compost to grow food in urban farms, community gardens, and residential backyards. (Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 29, 2025
Appropriate $1,500 to Gennisi Charitable Birth Services O-29-2025 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from the Community Safety and Empowerment budget and donating same to Gennisi Charitable Birth Services in support of the Gennisi Community Baby Shower to provide healthy eating resources and initiatives for youth and young mothers in attendance. (Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 29, 2025
Appropriate $1,500 to TKJ Foundation for Camp 24 O-28-2025 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from the Community Safety and Empowerment budget and donating same to TKJ Foundation in support of Camp 24, a community football camp and character development event in honor of Zaevion Dobson. (Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Lease South Knoxville Community Center space to Community Action Committee R-84-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement by which the City of Knoxville will lease a portion of the South Knoxville Community Center to the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee for a term of ten (10) years for a fee of $4,200 per year. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Lease South Knoxville Community Center space to Boy's and Girl's Clubs R-83-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement by which the City of Knoxville will lease a portion of the South Knoxville Community Center to the Boy's and Girl's Clubs of the Tennessee Valley for a term of ten (10) years for a fee of $37,938 per year. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Lease South Knoxville Community Center space to Boy's and Girl's Clubs R-83-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement by which the City of Knoxville will lease a portion of the South Knoxville Community Center to the Boy's and Girl's Clubs of the Tennessee Valley for a term of ten (10) years for a fee of $37,938 per year. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Appropriate $21,394.06 from Parks & Rec fund for Challenge Grant Award Program O-23-2025 — An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $21,394.06 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
Dec 10, 2024
Adopt principles of the Urban Forest Master Plan R-352-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to adopt the principles set forth in the Urban Forest Master Plan to support efforts to ensure all Knoxville residents, now and in the future, have access to trees and green spaces, and livable, healthy neighborhoods.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2024
Authorize Mayor to agreement with Ijams Nature Center for invasive species control R-317-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a subrecipient agreement with Ijams Nature Center for an amount not to exceed $108,890.00 to assist the City in combating the infestation of invasive species.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2024
Authorize Mayor to agreement with Bio Solutions for creek cleanup R-307-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Bio Solutions Tennessee in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 to provide creek riparian cleanup and maintenance services for the Knoxville Urban Creek Cleanup Project funded by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation non-competitive American Rescue Plan Act grant.(Requested by Engineering Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 1, 2024
Authorize agreement with Ace Miller Golden Gloves Charities for boxing program 11-k — 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 $75,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 1, 2024
Authorize agreement with K-KCCAC for programs at John T. O'Connor Senior Citizen Center 11-j — 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 Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Absent Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 1, 2024
Authorize agreement with Perez Planning + Design for Parks and Recreation Master Plan 11-i — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Perez Planning + Design, LLC, to provide professional services to develop a Parks and Recreation Systems Master Plan for an amount not to exceed $250,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 3, 2024
Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute cost reimbursement agreement with Lakeshore Park Conservancy R-239-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a cost reimbursement agreement with Lakeshore Park Conservancy in an amount not to exceed $133,502.00, for Central Services Courtyard paving work associated with Lakeshore Park's Phase 2 Capital Project.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 23, 2024
Amend contract with JMT for Urban Wilderness Gateway Project construction admin R-192-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson, Inc. to provide construction administration services for the Urban Wilderness Gateway Project, increasing the contract amount by $83,581.75 for a new contract total of $315,701.75 and extending the date of completion to June 30, 2025.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 23, 2024
Approve agreement with Design & Construction for Urban Wilderness Gateway Park R-191-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design and Construction Services, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $4,596,641.38 for the Knoxville Urban Wilderness Gateway Park - James White Pavilion Project.(Requested by Engineering Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 11, 2024
Amend contract for Mary Vestal Park Streambank Restoration Project R-153-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Ecosystem Planning and Restoration, LLC to provide additional professional engineering services for the Mary Vestal Park Streambank Restoration Project, increasing the contract amount by $59,120.00 for a new contract total of $165,901.75.(Requested by Engineering Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 14, 2024
Authorize agreement with Wildlands Engineering Inc. for First Creek Park project R-129-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Wildlands Engineering, Inc., to provide professional engineering design services for the First Creek Best Management Practices Demonstration Park Project for an amount not to exceed $165,000.00, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act Grant.(Requested by Engineering Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 14, 2024
Authorize agreement with Lindbergh Forest Neighborhood Assoc. for micro grant R-128-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Lindbergh Forest Neighborhood Association to award a micro grant in the amount of $550.00 to support efforts to revitalize homeowner engagement and explore establishment of an historic overlay.(Requested by Office of Neighborhood Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 16, 2024
Amend lease with Legacy Parks Foundation for boat launch at Bicentennial Park R-117-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a First Amendment to the Lease with Legacy Parks Foundation for water access at Bicentennial Park for a non-motorized boat launch, to extend the lease period, and to provide for additional extension periods.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Apr 16, 2024
Authorize Mayor to transfer property on W. Jackson Ave to KCDC R-116-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed(s) or any other required documents to transfer property located along W. Jackson Avenue, including the former McClung Warehouses site between N. Gay Street and S. Broadway, to Knoxville's Community Development Corporation.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 6-1-0-2
Split
Mar 19, 2024
Appropriate funds for Challenge Grant Award Program 9-a — An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $14,079.88 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 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 19, 2024 Appropriate funds for Challenge Grant Award Program 9-a — An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $14,079.88 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 Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close unnamed alley to adjacent property owners 9-b — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from its southern terminus to the south side of West Fourth Avenue, subject to two conditions, 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-24-AC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Arthur Street to adjacent property owners 9-c — An Ordinance to close Arthur Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to the northeast side of Marion Street, subject to two conditions, 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-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Clark Street to adjacent property owners 9-d — An Ordinance to close Clark Street from its intersection with Richards Street to its southern terminus, subject to two conditions, 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-B-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Richards Street to adjacent property owners 9-e — An Ordinance to close Richards Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to its southern terminus at West Fifth Avenue, subject to three conditions, 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-C-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Barber Street to adjacent property owners 9-f — An Ordinance to close Barber Street between Gertrude Avenue and Susanne Avenue, subject to one condition, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Belvan Properties LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-D-24-SC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change street name of Topside Road to Scenic River Road 9-g — An Ordinance to change the street name of a portion of Topside Road located between Alcoa Highway and the new alignment of Topside Road on the west side of Alcoa Highway to Scenic River Road, Knox County Engineering and Public Works, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (PC File No. 12-A-23-SNC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Amend East City Sector Plan for 2805 Delrose Drive 9-h — An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for an amendment to the East City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 2805 Delrose Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 1-E-24-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Amend One Year Plan for 2805 Delrose Drive 9-i — An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 2805 Delrose Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 1-C-24-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 2805 Delrose Drive 9-j — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2805 Delrose Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Taylor D. Forrester, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No.1-I-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 0 Parkview Avenue 9-k — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Parkview Avenue from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, David Varner, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 0 Jefferson Avenue 9-l — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Jefferson Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Michael Williams, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-B-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 5121 Kohlmier Road 9-m — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 5121 Kohlmier Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to AG (General Agricultural) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Angela Wilson, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No.2-G-24-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Appropriate funds for Challenge Grant Award Program 9-a — An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $14,079.88 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 Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close unnamed alley to adjacent property owners 9-b — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from its southern terminus to the south side of West Fourth Avenue, subject to two conditions, 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-24-AC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Arthur Street to adjacent property owners 9-c — An Ordinance to close Arthur Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to the northeast side of Marion Street, subject to two conditions, 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-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Clark Street to adjacent property owners 9-d — An Ordinance to close Clark Street from its intersection with Richards Street to its southern terminus, subject to two conditions, 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-B-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Richards Street to adjacent property owners 9-e — An Ordinance to close Richards Street from the southeast side of May Avenue to its southern terminus at West Fifth Avenue, subject to three conditions, 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-C-24-SC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Close Barber Street to adjacent property owners 9-f — An Ordinance to close Barber Street between Gertrude Avenue and Susanne Avenue, subject to one condition, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Belvan Properties LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-D-24-SC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change street name of Topside Road to Scenic River Road 9-g — An Ordinance to change the street name of a portion of Topside Road located between Alcoa Highway and the new alignment of Topside Road on the west side of Alcoa Highway to Scenic River Road, Knox County Engineering and Public Works, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (PC File No. 12-A-23-SNC) (Council District 1)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Amend East City Sector Plan for 2805 Delrose Drive 9-h — An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for an amendment to the East City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 2805 Delrose Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 1-E-24-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Amend One Year Plan for 2805 Delrose Drive 9-i — An Ordinance approving the request of Taylor D. Forrester for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 2805 Delrose Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 1-C-24-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 2805 Delrose Drive 9-j — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2805 Delrose Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Taylor D. Forrester, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No.1-I-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 0 Parkview Avenue 9-k — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Parkview Avenue from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, David Varner, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 0 Jefferson Avenue 9-l — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Jefferson Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Michael Williams, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 2-B-24-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 19, 2024 Change zoning for 5121 Kohlmier Road 9-m — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 5121 Kohlmier Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to AG (General Agricultural) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Angela Wilson, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No.2-G-24-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 5, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Avalawn Inc. for grounds maintenance at Odd Fellows Cemetery R-89-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Avalawn Inc. to provide grounds maintenance at the Odd Fellows Cemetery and Potter's Field for an annual cost not to exceed $28,617.50.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Taylor's Lawn Service for Suttree Landing Park landscaping R-88-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Taylor’s Lawn Service, LLC to provide landscaping services at Suttree Landing Park for an annual cost not to exceed $50,700.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 5, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Taylor's Lawn Service for Baker Creek Preserve mowing R-87-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Taylor's Lawn Service, LLC to provide mowing and maintenance services of the Baker Creek Preserve for an annual cost not to exceed $51,740.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 20, 2024
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Old Mechanicsville Neighborhood Interest, Inc. for micro grant R-73-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Old Mechanicsville Neighborhood Interest, Inc. to award a micro grant in the amount of $550.00 to support efforts to reorganize and revive the neighborhood organization.(Requested by Office of Neighborhood Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 23, 2024
Authorization to amend agreement for park restroom janitorial services, adding parks R-38-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the current agreement C-21-0397 with National Building Service, Inc., for janitorial services for outdoor restrooms located at numerous parks within the city limits, adding Morningside Park and Baker Creek Preserve, for an increased total contract amount not to exceed $70,674.00 annually.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 9, 2024
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept grant for Holston River Park kayak launch R-20-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant donation up to $40,000.00 from the Tennessee RiverLine, with a $40,000 match, to help offset costs of installation of an accessible kayak launch at Holston River Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Appropriate $3,000 from Parks and Recreation for AMBC Fall Festival sponsorship O-153-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $3,000.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's operating budget and donating same toward the sponsorship of Appalachian Mountain Bike Club's annual AMBC Fall Festival.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 17, 2023
Agreement with Progression Electric for Inskip Pool pump house electrical upgrades R-360-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement between the City of Knoxville and Progression Electric, LLC for electrical upgrades to the Inskip Pool pump house for an estimated amount of $56,986.20.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 17, 2023
Agreement with Southern Constructors for Augusta Quarry Amenities Project - Phase II R-356-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $3,577,967.00 for the Augusta Quarry Amenities Project - Phase II.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 3, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Wilson Food Service for "Holiday on Ice" skating rink R-348-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Wilson Food Service, LLC to provide operation and management of Knoxville's "Holiday on Ice" skating rink at Market Square for amount not to exceed $103,000.00 for the first year of services followed by a 4% increase for the second year, if renewal option is exercised.(Requested by Special Events) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Amend Signal 88 Security agreement for Parks and Recreation facilities R-321-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amendment to the agreement with Gulf South Security of Knoxville, LLC d/b/a Signal 88 Security to provide security services for Parks and Recreation facilities for an additional one year term, to increase the monthly contract price by $1,066.17, and making other miscellaneous amendments.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 19, 2023
Authorize agreement leasing New Hope Community Center to Emerald Youth Foundation R-320-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement leasing the New Hope Community Center to the Emerald Youth Foundation for a base term of five years with two one-year renewal options.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Sep 19, 2023
Appropriate $1,500 for Legacy Parks Foundation's Legacy Luncheon O-141-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from Parks and Recreation Department funds and donating same toward the sponsorship of Legacy Parks Foundation's 2023 Legacy Luncheon for the Parks.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Amend agreement for tennis court maintenance services R-308-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to the agreement between the City of Knoxville and Sport Surface Pros, LLC for additional Tennis Court maintenance services at Inskip Park and Tyson Park/Kyle C. Testerman Tennis Courts to increase the contract price by $31,105.00 for a new contract total price of $240,105.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize grant application and acceptance for Edgewood Park stream restoration R-302-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation in an amount of $748,517.82 with a City match of $39,395.68, for stream restoration efforts in Edgewood Park.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize agreement for Holston River Park streambank stabilization R-300-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC to provide professional engineering design services for the Holston River Park Streambank Stabilization Project for an amount not to exceed $397,184.00, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 8, 2023
Authorize agreement with Knoxville Falcons Youth Athletics for ballfield programming. R-265-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville Falcons Youth Athletics to offer and oversee youth sports and outdoor recreational programming at Christenberry Ballfields and Alice Bell Ballfields.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 8, 2023
Accept easement donation from The Drop Inn Knox for Urban Wilderness. R-264-2023 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to The Drop Inn Knox, LLC, for the easement donation located at 4507 Sevierville Pike, Tax Parcel 109LD006, to expand Knoxville's Urban Wilderness and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 8, 2023
Accept easement donation from Gatehouse Properties for Urban Wilderness. R-263-2023 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Gatehouse Properties, LLC for the easement donation located at 650 E. Red Bud Road, Tax Parcel 109LD002, to expand Knoxville's Urban Wilderness and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 8, 2023
Accept easement donation from Stephens/Reynolds for Urban Wilderness. R-262-2023 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Jason C. Stephens and Diane M. Reynolds for the easement donation located at 650 E. Red Bud Road, Tax Parcel 109LD001, to expand Knoxville's Urban Wilderness and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 8, 2023
Authorize agreement with Ecosystem Planning for Mary Vestal Park Streambank. R-256-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ecosystem Planning and Restoration, LLC to provide professional engineering design services for the Mary Vestal Park Streambank Stabilization Project for an amount not to exceed $106,781.75, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 25, 2023
Accept donation from NABF for Christenberry Ballfields improvements R-247-2023 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to National Amateur Baseball Foundation (NABF) for the donation of $237,000.00 toward ballfield improvements and installation at Christenberry Ballfields, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation, as well as accept a construction agreement with NABF and their contractors.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 25, 2023
Agreement with Finchum Sports Floors, LLC for Gym/Dance floor maintenance services R-246-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Finchum Sports Floors, LLC, to provide Gym/Dance floor maintenance services in an amount not to exceed $35,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 25, 2023
Apply for grant for inclusive play structure for children and adults with disabilities R-245-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file an application for, and if awarded, accept a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, to provide funding for the creation of an inclusive play structure for children and adults who have intellectual developmental disabilities, in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 25, 2023
Agreement with S&ME, Inc. for First Creek Best Management Practices Demonstration Park R-237-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with S&ME, Inc., to provide professional engineering design services for the First Creek Best Management Practices Demonstration Park Project for an amount not to exceed $168,000.00, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act Grant.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 27, 2023
Resolution authorizing Mayor to agree with Lakeshore Park Conservancy for administrative budgetary support. R-217-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Lakeshore Park Conservancy, in an annual amount not to exceed $50,000.00, in order to provide administrative budgetary support for managing Lakeshore Park.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 27, 2023
Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute agreement with Boys & Girls Clubs for youth programming and workforce readiness. R-216-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to provide an amount not to exceed $260,000.00 in general funds to support programs which engage Knoxville youth in life-enhancing programming and early workforce readiness activities.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 30, 2023
Resolution adding honorary name "Coach John Majors Bridge" to new bridge R-161-2023 — A Resolution to add the honorary name “Coach John Majors Bridge” to the new bridge carrying Topside Road over Alcoa Highway.(Requested by Chairperson Smith) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 30, 2023
Resolution adding honorary name "Big John Tate Corner" to Lakeside Street R-160-2023 — A Resolution to add the honorary name “Big John Tate Corner” to Lakeside Street at its northern intersection with Magnolia Avenue.(Requested by Chairperson Smith and Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Contract for $44,800 golf course study with JJ Keegan+ R-148-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Golf Convergence, Inc., D/B/A JJ Keegan+ to conduct a study of the City's three public golf courses for an amount not to exceed $44,800.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Lease Charter Doyle Park facility to Keep Knoxville Beautiful R-147-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Keep Knoxville Beautiful, Inc. to lease the Charter Doyle Park facility located at 5100 Martin Mill Pike for an amount not to exceed $400.00 monthly.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Award $198,621.50 in Summer Opportunity Youth Program grants R-142-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award a total amount not to exceed $198,621.50 in Summer Opportunity Youth Program grants to provide support and programming for youth and young adults to 13 community-based organizations in the City.(Requested by Office of Community Safety) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for trail maintenance R-110-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for the professional natural surface trail maintenance services at select parks within the City to ensure proper, routine maintenance of the City's natural surface trails for an amount not to exceed $100,000.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to award West Hills Community Association $550 micro grant for pickleball tournament R-100-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the West Hills Community Association to award a micro grant in the amount of $550.00 to support the West Hills Dogwood Pickleball Tournament.(Requested by Office of Neighborhood Empowerment) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Add honorary name "Home Run Alley" to Sutherland Avenue segment R-82-2023 — A Resolution to add the honorary name "Home Run Alley" to a segment of Sutherland Avenue, from Jade Road to Renford Road.(Requested by Chairperson Smith, Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Award Spring Break Opportunity Youth Micro Grants R-53-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $28,205.56 in Spring Break Opportunity Youth Micro Grants Program grants to provide support programming for youth and young adults to 10 community-based organizations in the City.(Requested by Office of Community Safety) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing agreement with Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum for operational support R-17-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Agreement with Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum (KBGA), in an annual amount not to exceed $50,000.00, in order to provide operational budgetary support.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing acceptance of donations for Cradle of Country Music Park development R-11-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the acceptance of an $83,000.00 donation from the Downtown Knoxville Alliance and a $166,000.00 donation from Visit Knoxville and the State of Tennessee Department of Tourism, and expressing appreciation for the donations to support of the Cradle of Country Music Park development.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance appropriating $50,000 to Trees Knoxville for an urban forestry master plan O-1-2023 — An Ordinance, appropriating $50,000.00 from the budget of the Public Service Department to Trees Knoxville to complete an urban forestry master plan to assist the City and its partners in facilitating and developing a long-range, easy-to-use resource and support tool to protect and increase tree coverage in Knoxville, and the Tennessee Division of Forestry.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 29, 2022
Appropriate $3,000 to Appalachian Mountain Bike Club's Fall Festival O-161-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $3,000.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's operating budget and donating same toward the sponsorship of Appalachian Mountain Bike Club's 13th annual AMBC Fall Festival.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 15, 2022
Approve play structure agreement with Great Southern Recreation, LLC R-352-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Great Southern Recreation, LLC for design, provision, and installation of play structures and related improvements at Baker Creek Preserve Adventure Playground for an amount not to exceed $640,000.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 15, 2022
Approve play structure agreement with Playworld Preferred, Inc. R-351-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Playworld Preferred, Inc. for design, provision, and installation of play structures and related improvements at seven City locations for an amount not to exceed $1,003,564.67.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Nov 15, 2022
Extend Antares Golf Management agreement for golf courses R-350-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a one year extension to agreement C-08-0141 with Antares Golf Management, Inc. to provide golf management services at Whittle Springs Golf Course and Knoxville Municipal Golf Course, for an annual amount not to exceed $177,546.12.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 15, 2022
Accept donation from RezilientKidz for Raising Highly Capable Kids Program R-347-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept and express appreciation to RezilientKidz for its donation of materials and training for the Raising Highly Capable Kids Program to be shared with local youth serving organizations who wish to use the program.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Emergency appropriation of $5,000 to Wesley House Community Center for youth services O-139-2022 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Wesley House Community Center to support its ongoing efforts to empower and serve the youth of the Mechanicsville, Lonsdale and Beaumont communities.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Agreement with Design & Construction Services for Baker Creek Pavilion Project R-320-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for the Knoxville Urban Wilderness Gateway Park Phase Two Baker Creek Pavilion Project in an amount not to exceed $2,667,343.50.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Amend operating agreement for Volunteer Landing Park and Riverwalk Greenway management R-313-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Sixth Amendment to the Operating Agreement Between the City of Knoxville and the Public Building Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee, with respect to the management of Volunteer Landing Park and the Riverwalk Greenway.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Appropriate $1,500 to Shora Foundation for youth entrepreneurial training O-133-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Shora Foundation to provide entrepreneurial training and opportunities to youth in the community.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Appropriate $1,000 to YOKE Youth Ministries for annual banquet and youth mentoring O-132-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to YOKE Youth Ministries to sponsor its Annual Banquet and to support its ongoing work of youth mentoring and leadership development.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Appropriate $3,000 to Alpha Mu Lambda Chapter for youth educational programs O-131-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $3,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Alpha Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated to implement educational programs designed to impact middle and high school aged youth during its District Convention.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 20, 2022
Authorize Mayor to execute lease agreement with Legacy Parks Foundation for Gateway Pavilion R-290-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Lease Agreement with Legacy Parks Foundation for the lease of the Gateway Pavilion Building for $1,000.00 per month for a period of three years for the purpose of providing recreational programs.(Requested by Finance Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 6, 2022
Appreciate donation for Forest Heights Park playground R-278-2022 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Forest Heights Neighborhood Association for the donation of $23,855.26, for playground equipment and installation at Forest Heights Pocket Park, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation, as well as accept the construction agreement with Playworld Preferred.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 6, 2022
Appreciate Visit Knoxville donation for Fort Kid Park amenities R-268-2022 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Visit Knoxville for the donation of $44,456.00 toward the purchase of new amenities at Fort Kid Park and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Finance Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Appreciate Emerald Youth Foundation for ballfield upgrades and authorize agreement R-259-2022 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Emerald Youth Foundation for providing upgrades to the Christenberry ballfields, for a total project cost of $106,000.00 and authorizing the City to enter into an agreement with the Emerald Youth Foundation in order to proceed with the project.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Resolution to pause Public Art Committee's Sculpture Project for Cradle of Country Music Park 11-r — A Resolution to pause the Public Art Committee's Sculpture Project for the Cradle of Country Music Park for six months to allow time for the City to determine a way to preserve the mature trees on the park.(Requested by Councilmember Singh) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Motion to defer:Deferred 7-2-0-0
Split Deferred
Aug 9, 2022
Resolution authorizing agreement with Boys and Girls Clubs for youth programs R-243-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to provide an amount not to exceed $260,000.00 in general funds to support programs which engage Knoxville youth in life-enhancing programming and early workforce readiness activities.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 26, 2022
Lease Fairview Recreation Center R-233-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement to lease the Fairview Recreation Center to the Mechanicsville Community Association.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 26, 2022
Lease Fountain City Art Center facility R-232-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement to lease the Fountain City Art Center facility to the Fountain City Art Center.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 26, 2022
Lease Historic Oakwood-Lincoln Park Clubhouse R-231-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement to lease the Historic Oakwood-Lincoln Park Clubhouse to the Oakwood-Lincoln Park Neighborhood Association.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Contract Pyro Shows, Inc. for 2022 holiday fireworks R-202-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Pyro Shows, Inc. to provide labor, equipment and materials to perform large-scale displays in 2022 for the Festival on the 4th on July 4; Celebration of Lights on November 25; and New Year’s at the Sunsphere on December 31, for a total contract amount not to exceed $69,050.00 for all three Events.(Requested by Special Events) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Accept donation from American Red Cross for swimming lessons R-201-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a grant donation up to $51,765.57 from the American Red Cross to help offset operating expenses associated with trainings, certifications, and administrative costs and to offer scholarships to individuals for swimming lessons at City pools.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Fund Knoxville-Knox County CAC Emergency and Minor Home Repair R-199-2022 — 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 Community Development Block Grant funding to support the Emergency and Minor Home Repair Program.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Fund Neighborhood Housing Inc. "Operation Backyard" minor home repair R-198-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $300,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding to support the minor home repair program “Operation Backyard.”(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Fund Knoxville Area Urban League RISE Re-entry Program R-197-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League to provide an amount not to exceed $70,610.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds to support its RISE Re-entry Program for workforce/employment skills training and coaching support.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Fund Salvation Army Pathway to Hope Program R-196-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Salvation Army, Knoxville Area Command, to provide an amount not to exceed $25,334.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds for case management and supportive programming to six eligible households through its Pathway to Hope Program.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Parks & community
Tommy Smith’s vote: Aye Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous

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