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Every recorded decision

Every published motion, unanimous or not — nothing curated out. A high unanimity rate is itself a finding.

Filtered · year 2013

90.5%

Unanimity rate — 6401 of 7072 adopted motions in the published minutes

Excludes 114 motions not yet published.

Counts by badge

  • unanimous6401
  • split442
  • failed91
  • deferred329
  • withdrawn73

Most no votes on adopted motions

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Nov 12, 2013
Rezone Creekhead Drive property with amended density 10-I-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Creekhead Drive, west side of Helmbolt Road, from A-1 (General Agricultural) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District, at a density up to 4.4 dwelling units per acre and subject to one condition, S & E Properties, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 13-0) (File No. 10-I-13-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Rezone Creekhead Drive property with amended density 10-I-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Creekhead Drive, west side of Helmbolt Road, from A-1 (General Agricultural) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District, at a density up to 4.4 dwelling units per acre and subject to one condition, S & E Properties, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 13-0) (File No. 10-I-13-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Rezone Middlebrook Pike property from R-2 to O-1 10-H-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northeast side of Middlebrook Pike, east of Keith Avenue, from R-2 (General Residential) District to O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District, Family Promise of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC approved 13-0) (File No. 10-H-13-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Rezone E. Magnolia Ave property from O-1 to C-3 10-E-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of East Magnolia Avenue, southwest of North Cherry Street, from O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District, FMC East Knox, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 13-0) (File No. 10-E-13-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-1-0
Nov 12, 2013
Rezone property on N. Sixth Ave from I-3 to C-2 10-D-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of North Sixth Avenue, north side of Abilene Place, from I-3 (General Industrial) District to C-2 (Central Business) District, subject to approval of a use on review development plan by MPC prior to development, Kenn Davin, Applicant. (MPC approved 13-0) (File No. 10-D-13-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Authorize mayor to establish rules for mobile food vending An Ordinance to amend Chapter 23, Article I of the Knoxville City Code to authorize the mayor to establish rules and regulations for the operation of mobile food vending establishments.(Requested by Office of Business Support)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Amend Pension System supplemental plan provisions An Ordinance to amend and restate the supplemental plan provisions of the City of Knoxville Employees Pension System so as to effect certain requirements under the Internal Revenue Code to maintain the pension system as a qualified governmental pension plan and to establish those operative provisions of Division H that are required to be implemented pursuant to the Charter of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Annex territory north of Devonshire Drive 2-11-13.AX — An Ordinance to annex certain territory adjoining the bounds of the City of Knoxville, an area generally being described as a tract of land north of Devonshire Drive and northeast of the intersection of Dartford Road and Devonshire Drive (2-11-13.AX), which property is to be incorporated into the limits of the City of Knoxville and to revise the boundary of Ward 51 of the City of Knoxville so as to include said area.(Requested by Mayor) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Annex territory north of Woodson Drive 1-11-13.AX — An Ordinance to annex certain territory adjoining the bounds of the City of Knoxville, an area generally being described as a tract of land north of Woodson Drive and east of the intersection of Buena Vista Drive and Woodson Drive (1-11-13.AX), which property is to be incorporated into the limits of the City of Knoxville and to revise the boundary of Ward 25 of the City of Knoxville so as to include said area.(Requested by Mayor) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Approve annual budget for Central Business Improvement District A Resolution approving the annual budget of the Central Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2013-2014.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Fund YWCA program coordinator position A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the YWCA of Knoxville to fund a program coordinator position, in an amount not to exceed $29,744.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Use Lakeshore Capital funds for park master plan update A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to use $25,000.00 of Lakeshore Capital funds for the updating of the Lakeshore Park Master Plan in partnership with the Lakeshore Park Board, Inc.(Requested by Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Approve sale of decommissioned van to CAC A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to approve the sale of one (1) decommissioned passenger van to Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee (CAC) for a total price of $2,000.00.(Requested by Fleet Services)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Agreement for uniform purchasing for KFD and KAT A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Galls, Inc., to provide on-line purchasing of uniform items for the Knoxville Fire Department and Knoxville Area Transit in an amount not to exceed $188,625.00.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
License Agreement for First Creek Greenway Project A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a License Agreement with the State of Tennessee for a 10 foot wide greenway along First Creek, beginning near Fulton High School and terminating near Edgewood Park, also known as the First Creek Greenway Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Permit agreement for work on Cumberland Ave Project A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a permit agreement for work on the property of the Knoxville & Holston River Railroad Company as part of Phase I of the Cumberland Avenue Streetscapes Project at a cost of $3,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
License agreement for traffic signalization on Cumberland Ave Project A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a license agreement for traffic signalization facilities at the property of the Knoxville & Holston River Railroad Company as part of Phase I of the Cumberland Avenue Streetscapes Project at a cost of $6,500.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
License agreement for stormwater pipe on Cumberland Ave Project A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a license agreement for replacement of a stormwater pipe crossing upon the property of the Knoxville & Holston River Railroad Company as part of Phase I of the Cumberland Avenue Streetscapes Project at a cost of $6,500.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
License agreement for grade crossing on Cumberland Ave Project A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to enter into a license agreement with the Knoxville & Holston River Railroad Company for a Public Grade Crossing as part of Phase I of the Cumberland Avenue Streetscapes Project with a fee of $12,500.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Amend agreement for Cumberland Ave Streetscapes Improvements Project A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 080013 with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation to develop the Cumberland Avenue Streetscapes Improvements Project in two phases and extend the date of completion to August 31, 2017.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Accept grant for Knox Blount Greenway Project Phase I A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 110043 with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation accepting a Transportation Alternatives Program Grant in the amount of $500,000.00 for Phase I of the Knox Blount Greenway Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Authorize grant application for Emergency Management Agency A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the State of Tennessee, Department of the Military and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency for funds in the amount of $150,000.00 which will subsidize the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency budget for salaries and operating expenses for fiscal year 2013-2014.(Requested by Emergency Management Agency)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Request TDOT consider bike/ped route for I-640/Broadway interchange A Resolution respectfully requesting that the Tennessee Department of Transportation consider a bicycle-pedestrian route in its design for the Interstate 640/Broadway interchange.(Requested by Council)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Request TDOT review I-640 Exit 8 interchange study A Resolution respectfully requesting the Tennessee Department of Transportation to consider a modification and review of the existing interchange study for Interstate I-640 Exit 8 and the relevant area around Knoxville Center Mall.(Requested by Councilmembers Della Volpe, Brown, Saunders, Grieve, Stair, Campen, Wallace, and Vice Mayor Pavlis)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Apply for Historic Overlay designation at 2110 Chapman Highway R-368-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Vice Mayor on behalf of the City Council to apply for an H-1 Historic Overlay designation and any necessary rezoning applications for the parcel and improvements at 2110 Chapman Highway (which may further be identified as Parcel ID 109AK014), pursuant to Article IV, Section 5.1, H-1 Historic Overlay District.(Requested by Vice Mayor Pavlis) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Nov 12, 2013
Amend code re: underage beer sales due dates and fines O-215-2013 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article II, Division 2, Section 4-78(c) of the Knoxville City Code relative to due dates of remedial plans and fines for underage beer sales.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Palmer) Public safety Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Amend operating budget for FY 2013/2014 O-214-2013 — An Ordinance to amend the operating budget for Fiscal Year 2013/2014.(Requested by Department of Finance and Accountability) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Amend operating budget for FY 2013/2014 O-213-2013 — An Ordinance to amend the operating budget for Fiscal Year 2013/2014.(Requested by Department of Finance and Accountability) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Confirm reappointment to City Tree Board R-367-2013 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Sam Adams, Brian Campbell, and Beth MacDonald to the City Tree Board.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Elect to Utilities Board R-366-2013 — A Resolution electing Sara Hedstrom Pinnell to the Knoxville Utilities Board of Commissioners.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Appropriate funds for McClung Museum O-216-2013 — 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 the University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc., to directly benefit the McClung Museum, current capital outlay project.(Requested by Council Members Grieve, Campen & Saunders) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2013
Rezone Deane Hill Drive property 10-C-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Deane Hill Drive, northeast of Winchester Drive from R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District at a density up to ten dwelling units per acre, Smith/Chase Development, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-1) (File No. 10-C-13-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Nov 12, 2013
Amend one-year plan for Deane Hill Drive property 10-B-13-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Smith/Chase Development for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located on the southeast side of Deane Hill Drive, northeast of Winchester Drive. (MPC Approved 12-1) (File No. 10-B-13-PA) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Nov 12, 2013
Amend West City Sector Plan for Deane Hill Drive property 10-B-13-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Smith/Chase Development for an amendment to the West City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located on the southeast side of Deane Hill Drive, northeast of Winchester Drive. (MPC Approved 12-1) (File No. 10-B-13-SP) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Nov 12, 2013
Rezone Westland Drive property 7-M-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Westland Drive, northeast side of Morrell Road from R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District at a density up to 3 dwelling units per acre. M & M Properties, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0) (File No. 7-M-13-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Nov 12, 2013
Rezone S. Northshore Drive property 7-L-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the north side of S. Northshore Drive, west side of Thunderhead Road, from TC-1 (Town Center) and OS-2 (Park and Open Space) Districts to RP-2 (Planned Residential) District at a density up to 25 dwelling units per acre, Flournoy Development Company, Applicant. (MPC approved 10-1) (File No. 7-L-13- RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Nov 12, 2013
Amend one-year plan for S. Northshore Drive property 7-F-13-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Flournoy Development Company for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Mixed Uses (TC-1 or TND-1) to High Density Residential for property located on the north side of S. Northshore Drive, west side Thunderhead Road. (MPC Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-F-13-PA) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Nov 12, 2013
Amend sector plan for S. Northshore Drive property 7-G-13-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Flournoy Development Company for an amendment to the Southwest County Sector Plan from Mixed Uses to High Density Residential for property located on the north side of S. Northshore Drive, west side Thunderhead Road. (MPC Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-G-13-SP) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Nov 12, 2013
Approve minutes from prior meeting MINUTES FROM OCTOBER 29, 2013.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Emergency ordinance establishing Cumberland Avenue Corridor District in First Fire District. An Emergency Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 6, Article I, Section 6-5 to establish the Cumberland Avenue Corridor District as being within the First Fire District.(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance amending code on remedial plans and fines for underage beer sales. An Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article II, Division 2, Section 4-78(c) of the Knoxville City Code relative to due dates of remedial plans and fines for underage beer sales.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Palmer)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance amending operating budget for Fiscal Year 2013/2014. An Ordinance to amend the operating budget for Fiscal Year 2013/2014.(Requested by Department of Finance and Accountability)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Resolution authorizing contract for ice rink equipment lease. R-356-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Oh Wind, Inc., d/b/a Ice Rink Events to lease ice making and ice skating equipment, services and supplies to the City of Knoxville for an amount not to exceed $67,854.00.(Requested by Special Events) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Resolution authorizing IDB to negotiate PILOT for Knoxville Locomotive Works. R-355-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from Knoxville Locomotive Works, Inc. payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to real and personal property located, or to be located at 300 West Quincy Avenue, and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated Section 7-53-305.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Resolution authorizing development agreement for Walnut Street parking garage. R-354-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a development agreement with Walnut Street Garage, LLC for the transfer of certain real property owned by the City located at the intersection of Summer Place and Locust Street as consideration for the construction of a multi-story parking garage on the property, and which agreement, which incorporates the relevant obligations of a Memorandum of Understanding between the City and TVA, will result in the termination of the MOU.(Requested by Operations) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Resolution authorizing agreement for Safety Building janitorial services. R-353-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with National Cleaning System, in an amount not to exceed $81,472.00, to provide janitorial services for the Safety Building.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Resolution appreciating Pilot Corp. donation for Sutherland Ave. Sidewalk Project. R-352-2013 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Pilot Corporation for the donation of a 165 square foot permanent drainage easement and a 1,027 square foot temporary construction easement within certain real property located at 3615 Sutherland Avenue, CLT No. 107FE031-33, as part of the Sutherland Avenue Sidewalk Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Resolution requesting MPC consider 'home office' zoning definition addition. R-351-2013 — A Resolution respectfully requesting the Metropolitan Planning Commission to consider and make a recommendation to City Council regarding the possible addition of 'home office' to the zoning regulation definitions and potentially allowing home offices in R-1E Low Density Exclusive Residential districts.(Requested by Councilmember Grieve) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance rezoning Cumberland Avenue Corridor area to CU-1 through 5 Districts. 9-G-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located generally from White Avenue to Lake Avenue between CSX Railroad corridor and Seventeenth Street in the area addressed in the Cumberland Avenue Corridor Plan from C-3 (General Commercial), C-7 (Pedestrian Commercial), O-1 (Office, Medical and Related Services), O-2 (Civic and Institutional) and R-2 (General Residential District) to CU-1 through 5 (Cumberland Avenue District), MPC, Applicant. (MPC approved 11-0) (File No. 9-G-13-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance rezoning Sullivan Road property to Agricultural District. 9-C-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the east side of Sullivan Road, east of Conway Circle, from R-1 (Low Density Residential) & F-1 (Floodway) District to A-1 (General Agricultural) & F-1 (Floodway) District, Terry Romans, Applicant. (MPC approved 10-0-1) (File No. 9-C-13-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance to close a portion of White Avenue at Seventeenth Street. 9-D-13-SC — An Ordinance to close a portion of White Avenue at Seventeenth Street from a 25 foot radius to a zero radius, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Michael Brady, Inc, Applicant. (MPC Approved 10-0-1) (File No. 9-D-13-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance to close a portion of Knott Avenue. 9-C-13-SC — An Ordinance to close a portion of Knott Avenue from Division Street to the northeast corner of parcel 108 AA 004, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Pellissippi State Community College, Applicant. (MPC Approved 10-0-1) (File No. 9-C-13-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance to close a portion of Eighteenth Street. 9-B-13-SC — An Ordinance to close a portion of Eighteenth Street on the west side between Grand Avenue and an unnamed public alley, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, JMC Professional Surveying & Mapping\Dennis Russell, Applicant. (MPC Approved 10-0-1) (File No. 9-B-13-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance to close a portion of Curie Place. 9-A-13-SC — An Ordinance to close a portion of Curie Place from Wilson Avenue to Selma Avenue, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Knoxville's Community Development Corporation, Applicant. (MPC Approved 10-0-1) (File No. 9-A-13-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance amending Zoning Regulations for Cumberland Avenue Corridor Plan. O-205-2013 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, "Zoning Regulations," Article IV, Section 4 (Form Districts) to amend Section 4.0 (General Provisions) and adding Section 4.2 (Cumberland Avenue District) to establish development regulations and standards for the area described in the Cumberland Avenue Corridor Plan. (MPC Approved 10-0-1) (File No. 9-B-13-OA)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Resolution confirming reappointment to Public Building Authority. R-350-2013 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Winston Frazier to the Board of the Public Building Authority.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013
Resolution confirming reappointment to Historic Zoning Commission. R-349-2013 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Charles Jason Woodle to the Historic Zoning Commission.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 29, 2013 Resolution granting pension to Edna Cole. R-357-2013 — A Resolution granting a pension of $552.54 per month to Edna Cole, an employee of the former Knoxville City School System.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 29, 2013 Resolution granting pension to Melissa D. Brown. R-358-2013 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,071.61 per month to Melissa D. Brown, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 29, 2013 Resolution granting pension to Ellen R. Adcock. R-359-2013 — A Resolution granting a pension of $958.81 per month to Ellen R. Adcock, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 29, 2013 Resolution granting pension to Linda L. Vandergriff. R-360-2013 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,015.85 per month to Linda L. Vandergriff, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 29, 2013 Resolution granting pension to Kenneth L. Kirby. R-361-2013 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,515.06 per month to Kenneth L. Kirby, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 29, 2013 Resolution granting pension to Molly K. Hyatt. R-362-2013 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,861.26 per month to Molly K. Hyatt, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 29, 2013 Resolution granting pension to Gary S. Lowe. R-363-2013 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,822.27 per month to Gary S. Lowe, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 29, 2013 Resolution granting pension to Cindy A. Mitchell. R-364-2013 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,420.70 per month to Cindy A. Mitchell, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 29, 2013 Resolution granting pension to Robert M. Whetsel. R-365-2013 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,781.95 per month to Robert M. Whetsel, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance rezoning Westland Drive property to Planned Residential District. 7-M-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Westland Drive, northeast side of Morrell Road from R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District at a density up to 3 dwelling units per acre. M & M Properties, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0) (File No. 7-M-13-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Deferred 7-0-1-1
Deferred
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance to amend the operating budget for Fiscal Year 2013/2014. An Ordinance to amend the operating budget for Fiscal Year 2013/2014.(Requested by Department of Finance and Accountability)
Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance rezoning Deane Hill Drive property to Planned Residential District. 4-B-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Deane Hill Drive, northeast side of Winchester Drive from R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District (at a density up to 10 dwelling units per acre), Rufus H. Smith Jr. & Company, Applicant. (MPC approved 11-4) (File No. 4-B-13-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Withdrawn 8-0-0-1
Withdrawn
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance amending plan for Deane Hill Drive property for one year. 4-B-13-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Rufus H. Smith Jr. & Company for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located on the southeast side of Deane Hill Drive, northeast side of Winchester Drive. (MPC Approved 14-1) (File No. 4-B-13-PA) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Withdrawn 8-0-0-1
Withdrawn
Oct 29, 2013
Ordinance amending West City Sector Plan for Deane Hill Drive property. 4-A-13-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Rufus H. Smith Jr. & Company for an amendment to the West City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located on the southeast side of Deane Hill Drive, northeast side of Winchester Drive. (MPC Approved 13-2) (File No. 4-A-13-SP) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Withdrawn 8-0-0-1
Withdrawn
Oct 29, 2013
Approve minutes from October 15, 2013.
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Rezone S side Middlebrook Pike to O-1/F-1 7-I-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the south side Middlebrook Pike, southwest side of Old Weisgarber Road, from A-1 (General Agricultural) and F-1 (Floodway) Districts to O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) and F-1 (Floodway) on the north side of the creek only, Metro Knoxville HMA, LLC, Applicant. ( MPC Approved 11-0) (File No. 7-I-13-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 5-3-1-0
Split
Sep 17, 2013
Amend ordinance on wearing masks, hoods or disguises An Ordinance amending Chapter 19, Article III, Section 19-62 of the Knoxville City Code to amend the prohibition on the wearing of masks, hoods or disguises in public places or on the property of another.(Requested by Policy)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Amend ordinance on wearing masks, hoods or disguises An Ordinance amending Chapter 19, Article III, Section 19-62 of the Knoxville City Code to amend the prohibition on the wearing of masks, hoods or disguises in public places or on the property of another.(Requested by Policy)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Authorize agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for Old City Streetscapes R-321-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc., for the Old City Streetscapes Improvement Plan for an amount not to exceed $278,400.00.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Authorize agreement for ICAC training with TN Assoc. of Chiefs of Police R-320-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police to coordinate Internet Crimes Against Children investigation training pursuant to a grant from the Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs in an amount not to exceed $65,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Authorize contract with Foundation Systems Engineering for greenway wall R-319-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a design services, quality control testing and observation services contract with Foundation Systems Engineering, P.C. for the proposed gunite and anchor system at the Will Skelton Greenway gabion retaining wall.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Authorize agreement for Administration Building restoration services R-318-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement between the City of Knoxville and the Public Building Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee to provide design and construction management services related to the restoration of the historic Administration Building located on the Lakeshore campus at a cost not to exceed $1,200,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Authorize agreement with E. Luke Greene Co. for Liberty Building Demolition R-317-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with E. Luke Greene Company, Inc. for the Liberty Building Demolition Project, No. 13B-C-0551, for an amount not to exceed $288,090.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Approve Change Order No. 1 for Liberty Building Demolition contract R-316-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Change Order No. 1 to Contract No. C-13-0304 with S&ME, Inc., increasing the contract amount by $18,815.00 for a new contract total of $43,630.00 for the Liberty Building Demolition Specification and Project Monitoring contract, and to extend the date of completion.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Authorize agreement with CSR Engineering for bridge rehabilitation R-315-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CSR Engineering, Inc. for the Ed Shouse Drive and Sutherland Avenue Bridge Rehabilitation Project for an amount not to exceed $74,790.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Approve Change Order No. 2 for Cityview Riverwalk Extension Project R-314-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Change Order No. 2 to Contract No. C-13-0172 with Ronald Franks Construction Company, LLC, increasing the contract amount by $9,252.90 for a new contract total of $455,319.38 for the Cityview Riverwalk Extension Project, and to extend the date of completion.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Authorize agreement with BCBST for employee medical services R-313-2013 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc. ("BCBST") for the provision of administrative medical services for the City's self-funded employee medical program for one year with the option to renew for four additional one-year terms at an estimated annual cost of $714,507.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Rezone SE side Commerce Ave to C-2/D-1 O-187-2013 — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Commerce Avenue, southwest side of S. Central Street from C-3 (General Commercial) / D-1 (Downtown Design Overlay) District to C-2 (Central Business) / D-1 (Downtown Design Overlay) District, Knox County, Applicant. (MPC approved 11-0-1) (File No. 8-D-13-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Rezone property S of Cedar Lane to R-1 and R-1A O-186-2013 — An Ordinance to rezone property in area generally located between south of Cedar Lane, east of Rowan Road and north and west of Inskip Road, from R-2 (General Residential) District to R-1 (Low Density Residential) and R-1A (Low Density Residential) District as shown on MPC staff recommendation map, Metropolitan Planning Commission, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0) (File No. 8-C-13-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Rezone property on SW side of S. Seventeenth St to C-7 O-185-2013 — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southwest side of S. Seventeenth Street, southeast side of White Avenue, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-7 (Pedestrian Commercial) District, Starboard Properties, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 11-0-1) (File No. 8-A-13-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Appropriate $2,500 for mural on I-40 underpass on Sixth Avenue O-184-2013 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,500.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grant and Benevolence Fund and donating same to the Community Design Center for painting a mural on I-40 underpass on Sixth Avenue.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Confirm appointments to the City of Knoxville Public Arts Committee R-311-2013 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Melinda Meador, Carl F. Hess, II, and Brent Thompson to the City of Knoxville Public Arts Committee.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Confirm appointment of Travis Davis to the City Tree Board R-310-2013 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Travis Davis to the City Tree Board.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Adopt agenda ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2013
Approve minutes from September 3, 2013 APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM SEPTEMBER 3, 2013.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 3, 2013
Rezone property on Commerce Ave to C-2 8-D-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Commerce Avenue, southwest side of S. Central Street from C-3 (General Commercial) / D-1 (Downtown Design Overlay) District to C-2 (Central Business) / D-1 (Downtown Design Overlay) District, Knox County, Applicant. (MPC approved 11-0-1) (File No. 8-D-13-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 3, 2013
Rezone property near Inskip Rd to R-1 and R-1A 8-C-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property in area generally located between south of Cedar Lane, east of Rowan Road and north and west of Inskip Road, from R-2 (General Residential) District to R-1 (Low Density Residential) and R-1A (Low Density Residential) District as shown on MPC staff recommendation map, Metropolitan Planning Commission, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-0) (File No. 8-C-13-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 3, 2013
Rezone property on S. Seventeenth St from C-3 to C-7 8-A-13-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southwest side of S. Seventeenth Street, southeast side of White Avenue, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-7 (Pedestrian Commercial) District, Starboard Properties, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 11-0-1) (File No. 8-A-13-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 3, 2013
Close portion of Melrose Place subject to conditions 8-I-13-SC — An Ordinance to close a portion of Melrose Place from Andy Holt Avenue to Melrose Avenue, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 11-0- 1) (File No. 8-I-13-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Sep 3, 2013
Close Twentieth Street subject to conditions 8-H-13-SC — An Ordinance to close Twentieth Street from Terrace Avenue to Andy Holt Avenue, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 11-0-1) (File No. 8-H-13-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Sep 3, 2013
Close Andy Holt Avenue subject to conditions 8-G-13-SC — An Ordinance to close Andy Holt Avenue from Volunteer Boulevard to Melrose Place, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 11-0-1) (File No. 8-G-13-SC) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Sep 3, 2013
Close Frances Street subject to conditions 8-F-13-SC — An Ordinance to close Frances Street from Melrose Avenue to Andy Holt Avenue, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 11-0-1) (File No. 8- F-13-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Sep 3, 2013
Close Fraternity Park Drive subject to conditions 8-E-13-SC — An Ordinance to close Fraternity Park Drive from Pat Head Summitt Street to Todd Helton Drive, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 11- 0-1) (File No. 8-E-13-SC) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Sep 3, 2013
Close Pat Head Summitt Street subject to conditions 8-D-13-SC — An Ordinance to close Pat Head Summitt Street from Chamique Holdsclaw Drive to Andy Holt Avenue, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee Applicant. (MPC Approved 11- 0-1) (File No. 8-D-13-SC) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Sep 3, 2013
Close Chamique Holdsclaw Drive subject to conditions 8-C-13-SC — An Ordinance to close Chamique Holdsclaw Drive from Lake Loudoun Boulevard to Pat Head Summitt Street, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 11-0-1) (File No. 8-C-13-SC) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Sep 3, 2013
Close Lake Loudoun Blvd subject to conditions 8-B-13-SC — An Ordinance to close Lake Loudoun Boulevard from Volunteer Boulevard to Neyland Drive, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 11-0-1) (File No. 8-B-13-SC) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Sep 3, 2013
Call the question on Ordinance 12I Motion to: CALL THE QUESTION.
Failed 2-7-0-0
Split Failed
Sep 3, 2013
Close Johnny Majors Drive subject to conditions 8-A-13-SC — An Ordinance to close Johnny Majors Drive from Lake Loudoun Boulevard to Pat Head Summitt Street, subject to conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 11-0-1) (File No. 8-A-13-SC) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Sep 3, 2013
Appropriate funds for mural on I-40 underpass An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,500.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grant and Benevolence Fund and donating same to the Community Design Center for painting a mural on I-40 underpass on Sixth Avenue.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 3, 2013
Amend City Code to authorize commercial pedal carriages (trial basis) An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 26, Articles I and V of the Knoxville City Code to authorize, on a trial basis, the use of commercial pedal carriages.(Requested by Office of Business Support)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 3, 2013
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Eurest Services for janitorial A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Eurest Services, in an amount not to exceed $101,930.48, to provide janitorial services for the Safety Building.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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