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

Apr 29, 2025
Approve Minutes of April 1, 2025 Council Meeting Minutes of the April 1, 2025 Council Meeting
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Appropriate funds for community agencies and organizations O-27-2025 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $26,875.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to community agencies and organizations as set forth in the attachment. (Requested by Legislative) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Amend Ordinance O-120-2024 with corrected sum and attachment O-120-2024 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend O-120-2024, the caption of which is entitled "An Emergency Ordinance of the City of Knoxville appropriating $32,505.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to community agencies and organizations as set forth in the attachment" so as to substitute a corrected sum and attachment in lieu of those set forth in Ordinance O-120-2024. (Requested by Legislative) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Change zoning for property at 413 E Inskip Drive An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 413 E Inskip Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to O (Office) District, Julio Herrera, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 3-G-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Change base zoning for property at 2201-2215 Atchley St 3-I-25-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 2201, 2209, 2215 Atchley Street and 0 Carmichael Street from I-G (General Industrial) to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use), leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Daniel Levy, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 3-I-25-RZ) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Approve South City Sector Plan Amendment 3-A-25-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Daniel Levy for a South City Sector Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential, Mixed Use Special District, Potential Addition to the South Waterfront District, to South Waterfront Mixed Use District Type 2 for property located at 2201, 2209, 2215 Atchley Street and 0 Carmichael Street, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 3-A-25-SP) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Amend zoning code dimensional standards for C-N district 8-B-23-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 5.3, Table 5-1: Commercial and Office Districts Dimensional Standards, to amend minimum interior side, corner side, and rear setbacks in the C-N zoning district, R. Bentley Marlow, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 8-B-23-OA) (All districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Adopt the One Year Plan dated 2025 An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2025 as prepared by the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 3-A-25-OYP) (All Districts) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Close unimproved alley off Waverly Street An Ordinance to close an unimproved and unnamed alley off the eastern side of Waverly Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners. (Requested by Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Appropriate funds for Gennisi Charitable Birth Services 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)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Appropriate funds for TKJ Foundation Camp 24 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)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Appreciate and accept donation for downtown compactor project R-95-2025 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Downtown Knoxville Alliance for the donation of $75,000 to be used for the downtown compactor project, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation. (Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Apply for and accept Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant R-94-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant from the Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs, in the amount of $53,136.00, with no required local match, to be used in reducing gun crimes and gang activities. (Requested by Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Accept grant extension for bus stop improvements R-93-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation, providing funding in the amount of $724,611.00 to the City of Knoxville on behalf of Knoxville Area Transit from IMPROVE Act Transit Investment grant funds, with a City match of up to $241,538.00 for the improvement of several bus stops in our service area. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Authorize grant application for storm damage reimbursement R-92-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Military, Tennessee Emergency Management Agency for reimbursement of eligible expenses from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, in the total amount of $844,386.13, with required matching funds in the amount of $120,626.58, for a project total of $965,012.71, for the August 7, 2023 severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornado events resulting in damages to the City. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Authorize agreement for special event traffic control R-91-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with AWP, Inc. to provide special event flagging and traffic control services for the City's Engineering Department in an annual amount not to exceed $25,000.00. (Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Authorize agreement for special event traffic control R-90-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Superior Traffic Control, LLC to provide special event flagging and traffic control services for the City's Engineering Department in an annual amount not to exceed $75,000.00. (Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Authorize agreement for utility damage prevention services R-89-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Jones Locating Service to provide utility damage prevention and related services for the City's streetlighting system in an annual amount not to exceed $150,000.00. (Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Confirm appointments to Public Arts Committee R-88-2025 — A Resolution confirming appointments of Audrey Eason and Stacy Vadala Palado to the City of Knoxville Public Arts Committee. (Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Approve minutes of March 18, 2025 regular meeting Minutes of the March 18, 2025 Regular Meeting
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Amend City Code related to beer sales for special events An Ordinance amending Chapter 4 of the Knoxville City Code, Article I, Section 4-1 (Possession or consumption on certain property prohibited or restricted); Article II, Section 4-76 (Temporary serving area special event permits); and Section 4-77 (Special events permits) related to the sale of beer on certain property to streamline the code, provide for consistency for event management and safety, and provide equitable opportunity for events to be held throughout the City. (Requested by Councilmember Rider)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Execute agreement with TBI for ICAC Task Force travel and training R-87-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to coordinate Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force investigator travel and training pursuant to a grant from the U. S. Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Programs, in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00, with an option to renew the agreement for one additional one-year period upon written agreement by the parties. (Requested by Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Accept $300,000 grant for Traffic Enforcement, Safety, and Community Programs R-86-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to apply for and accept grant funding from the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) in the amount of $300,000, with no required matching funds, to support Traffic Enforcement, Traffic Safety and Safe Community Programs. The funding will pay for equipment, supplies and overtime for KPD Officers conducting enforcement, and for Officers and Technicians who oversee programs such as Child Passenger Safety, Teen Driving, and Older Driver safety. (Requested by Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Apply for and accept $35,000 grant for pedestrian safety campaigns R-85-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from the Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $35,000, with no required local match, to provide overtime funding for pedestrian safety campaigns. (Requested by Police Department) Public safety
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
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
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
Motion to amend:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Execute agreement with Superior Pavement Marking for 2025 Pavement Project R-82-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Superior Pavement Marking, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $195,052.50 for the 2025 Pedestrian and Bicycle Pavement Marking Project. (Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Execute agreement with Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson for Greenway Project R-81-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $315,698.00 to provide professional design services for the Riverwalk to Cityview Greenway Connection Project. (Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Amend agreement with HealthEquity for FSA/HRA administrative services R-80-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend an agreement with HealthEquity, Inc. to update funding language for administrative services for the City-sponsored flexible spending account and health reimbursement account for City employees. (Requested by Employee Benefits and Risk Management Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Accept proposals for excess liability, vehicle & inland marine insurance R-79-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept proposals to provide excess liability insurance coverage, vehicle and equipment damage insurance coverage, and inland marine insurance coverage for mobile equipment, all as part of the City’s and K-Trans Management, Inc.’s self-insured liability program, for an estimated annual premium of $762,048.00. (Requested by Employee Benefits and Risk Management Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Change base zoning of 6200 Papermill Drive from C-G-3 to C-H-2 O-25-2025 — An Ordinance to change to base zoning classification of property located at 6200 Papermill Drive from C-G-3 (General Commercial) to C-H-2 (Highway Commercial), Benjamin C. Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 2-G-25-RZ) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Amend Zoning Code to remove planned district designation from 0 Millard Beets Rd O-24-2025 — An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as The City of Knoxville Zoning Code, to remove a previously approved planned district (C) designation from property located at 0 Millard Beets Road, Millard Beets Development LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0)(File No. 2-C-25-SU) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
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
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Appoint Mallory Alder to City Public Property Naming Committee R-78-2025 — A Resolution appointing Mallory Alder to serve as the At Large Seat B representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee. (Requested by Councilmember Helsley) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Reappoint directors of Sports Authority of the County of Knox and City of Knoxville R-77-2025 — A Resolution reappointing Joan Cronan and Tim Hill as directors of the Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee. (Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Approve minutes of March 4, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes of the March 4, 2025 Regular Meeting
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Mar 18, 2025
Approve minutes of February 27, 2025 Workshop Minutes of the February 27, 2025 Workshop
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Change zoning at 6200 Papermill Drive from C-G-3 to C-H-2 An Ordinance to change to base zoning classification of property located at 6200 Papermill Drive from C-G-3 (General Commercial) to C-H-2 (Highway Commercial), Benjamin C. Mullins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 2-G-25-RZ) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Remove planned district (C) designation from 0 Millard Beets Road An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as The City of Knoxville Zoning Code, to remove a previously approved planned district (C) designation from property located at 0 Millard Beets Road, Millard Beets Development LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0)(File No. 2-C-25-SU) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Appropriate $21,394.06 from Parks and Rec fund for Challenge Grant Program 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.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Grant pensions to certain City of Knoxville employees R-76-2025 — A Resolution granting pensions in certain amounts per month to certain individuals, employees of the City of Knoxville as set forth in the exhibit attached hereto. Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Authorize agreement with Purple Horse Hospitality for golf course management R-74-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Purple Horse Hospitality to provide golf management services at Whittle Springs Golf Course and Knoxville Municipal Golf Course, for an annual amount not to exceed $280,000.00. Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Authorize agreement with Lakeshore Park Conservancy for park maintenance R-73-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Lakeshore Park Conservancy in order to provide budgetary support for janitorial and mowing costs associated with managing Lakeshore Park, in an annual amount not to exceed $216,395.00. Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Award historic preservation funds to Hattars for 217 E. Scott Ave. property R-72-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award an amount not to exceed $200,000.00 in Historic Preservation Program funds to Jennifer Hattar and Khalid Hattar to support property improvements to historic property located at 217 E. Scott Avenue, within the limits of the City of Knoxville. Budget & taxes
Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Award ARDF funds to Historic Giffin, LP for affordable housing R-71-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award an amount not to exceed $1,059,400.00 from the Affordable Rental Development Fund to Historic Giffin, LP, for the development of 36 affordable rental housing units to be located at 1834 Beech Street. Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Authorize banking services agreement with U.S. Bank for four years R-70-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with U.S. Bank National Association for comprehensive banking services for a term of four years at an annual cost not to exceed $40,000.00. Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Amend contract for traffic signal loop maintenance, increase by $25,000 R-69-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Integrated Response Systems, LLC for the on-call maintenance and repair of the City's inductive vehicle detection loops for traffic signals, increasing the annual contract amount by $25,000.00 for a new total annual contract amount not to exceed $70,000.00. Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Authorize purchase of vehicle detection system hardware from Miovision R-68-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary from Miovision Technologies Incorporated for the purchase of vehicle detection system hardware utilized at signalized intersections throughout the City for an initial one-year term with up to two one-year renewal options thereafter, in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 per year. Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Authorize agreement with Gresham Smith for Magnolia Ave. intersection improvements design R-67-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gresham Smith to provide professional design services for the Magnolia Avenue Intersections Improvements Project in an amount not to exceed $359,785.00. Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 4, 2025
Approve minutes of previous meeting Minutes of the February 18, 2025 Regular Meeting
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Authorize agreement with Taylor's Lawn Service for mowing zones A, B, C. R-65-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement between the City of Knoxville and Taylor’s Lawn Service for the mowing of zones A, B and C and I40/James White Parkway within the City of Knoxville in an amount not to exceed $622,720.00. (Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Authorize agreement with Carmichaels Lawn Care for Zone D mowing. R-64-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement between the City of Knoxville and Carmichaels Lawn Care, LLC for the mowing of Zone D within the City of Knoxville for an annual amount not to exceed $108,210.00. (Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Authorize agreement for Lakeshore Park ballfield lighting removal. R-63-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Capital Energy Group, LLC for Ballfield lighting removal services at Lakeshore Park for an amount not to exceed $55,780.14. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Authorize agreement for Public Safety Complex fuel site installation. R-62-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Spatco Energy Solutions, LLC for the complete installation of an underground fuel tank, mechanical dispensers, and associated work for a new Public Safety Complex fuel site located at 1630 Huron Street, for an amount not to exceed $510,000.00. (Requested by Fleet Services Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Amend Gresham Smith contract for Gay Street Bridge Repair Project. R-61-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Gresham Smith for the Gay Street Bridge Repair Project, increasing the contract amount by $100,500.00 for a new contract total not to exceed $448,500.00 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2025. (Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Authorize agreement with Alta Planning for Speed Management Plan. R-60-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Alta Planning + Design, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 to develop a citywide Speed Management Plan. (Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Amend agreement with Foundation Systems Engineering for asphalt testing. R-59-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the agreement with Foundation Systems Engineering, P.C. to provide asphalt testing and inspection services for the City's resurfacing program in an annual amount not to exceed $45,000.00. (Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Authorize agreement with Rogers Group for 2025 Resurfacing Phase I. R-58-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $5,365,594.00 for the 2025 Resurfacing Phase I Project. (Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Authorize agreement with CDM Smith for Stormwater Asset Management. R-57-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $2,206,000.00 to provide professional services for Phase II of the Stormwater Asset Management Project. (Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Ordinance zoning change at 0 Wallwood Road from RN-1 to RN-2. O-21-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Wallwood Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood), Franco Irakoze, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-K-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Ordinance zoning change at 0 Kingston Court from RN-1 to RN-2. O-20-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Kingston Court from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Kingston Court, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-J-25-RZ) (Council District 2) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Ordinance to change zoning from RN-1 to C-G-1 at 6721/6727 Campbell Ln. O-19-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 6721 and 6727 Campbell Lane from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) to C-G-1 (General Commercial), Anthony Bryant, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-B-25-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Approve One Year Plan amendment for 6721/6727 Campbell Lane. O-18-2025 — An Ordinance approving the request of Anthony Bryant for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Medium Density Residential/Office to Callahan Drive Mixed Use-Special District for property located at 6721 and 6727 Campbell Lane. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-B-25-PA) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025 Approve Sector Plan amendment for 6721/6727 Campbell Lane. O-17-2025 — An Ordinance approving the request of Anthony Bryant for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential/Office to Callahan Drive, Mixed Use Special District for property located at 6721 and 6727 Campbell Lane. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-B-25-SP) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 18, 2025 Approve One Year Plan amendment for 6721/6727 Campbell Lane. O-18-2025 — An Ordinance approving the request of Anthony Bryant for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Medium Density Residential/Office to Callahan Drive Mixed Use-Special District for property located at 6721 and 6727 Campbell Lane. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-B-25-PA) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 18, 2025 Ordinance to change zoning from RN-1 to C-G-1 at 6721/6727 Campbell Ln. O-19-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 6721 and 6727 Campbell Lane from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) to C-G-1 (General Commercial), Anthony Bryant, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-B-25-RZ) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Feb 18, 2025
Approve Sector Plan amendment for 6721/6727 Campbell Lane. O-17-2025 — An Ordinance approving the request of Anthony Bryant for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential/Office to Callahan Drive, Mixed Use Special District for property located at 6721 and 6727 Campbell Lane. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 1-B-25-SP) (Council District 3) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Ordinance to change zoning from RN-5 to C-G-2 at 1316 Grand Avenue. O-16-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1316 Grand Avenue from RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to C-G-2 (General Commercial) District, North American Islamic Trust Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-A-25-RZ) (Council District 1) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Ordinance to change zoning from INST to RN-4 at 1914 Huron Street. O-15-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1914 Huron Street from INST (Institutional) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Jim Hatfield, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-H-25-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Ordinance to change zoning from INST to RN-6 at 0 Saint Mary Street. O-14-2025 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 0 Saint Mary Street from INST (Institutional) District to RN-6 (Multi-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Jim Hatfield, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 11-G-24-RZ) (Council District 5) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Ordinance to change street name from Willow Ave to Patton St. O-13-2025 — An Ordinance to change the street name of Willow Avenue to Patton Street between Florida Street and McCalla Avenue, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 1-A-25-SNC) (Council District 6) (Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Ordinance to close portion of O'Neal Street and execute quitclaim deeds. O-12-2025 — An Ordinance to close a portion of O’Neal Street abutting the north side of City Block 19442, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners. (Requested by Engineering Department) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Confirm appointment to Board of Directors of Community Television. R-56-2025 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Lynne Ghenov to the Board of Directors of Community Television of Knoxville. (Requested by Law Department) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Appoint to City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee. R-54-2025 — A Resolution appointing Mallory Alder to serve as the At Large Seat B representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee. (Requested by Councilmember Helsley) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Appoint to Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee. R-53-2025 — A Resolution appointing Kimberly Mays to serve as the At Large Seat C representative on the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee for a term expiring December 17, 2027. (Requested by Councilmember Parker) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Confirm appointment to Police Advisory and Review Committee. R-52-2025 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Laura Contreras-Alanís to the Police Advisory and Review Committee. (Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 18, 2025
Approve minutes of February 4, 2025 meeting. Minutes of February 4, 2025
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Change zoning for 901 Kermit Drive to C-H-2 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 901 Kermit Drive from C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) District to C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District, Tim Graham, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 11-P-24-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Change zoning for 7057 Pine Grove Road to C-H-2 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 7057 Pine Grove Road from C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) District and I-G (General Industrial) District to C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District, Sharon Thurner, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 11-F-24-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Change zoning for 100 E. Inskip Drive to C-G-1 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 100 E. Inskip Drive from CN (Neighborhood Commercial) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Maddox Construction Company Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-C-24-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Approve One Year Plan Amendment for Maddox Construction property An Ordinance approving the request of Maddox Construction Company Inc. for a One Year Plan Amendment from Neighborhood Commercial and General Commercial to General Commercial for property located at 100 E. Inskip Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-24- PA) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Amend North City Sector Plan for Maddox Construction property An Ordinance approving the request of Maddox Construction Company Inc. for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Neighborhood Commercial and General Commercial to General Commercial for property located at 100 E. Inskip Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-24-SP) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Change street name from Patton Street to Willow Avenue An Ordinance to change the street name of Patton Street to Willow Avenue between Willow Avenue and E. Summit Hill Drive, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13- 0 Consent) (File No. 11-A-24-SNC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
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
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Authorize agreement with The Capitol Strategy Group for governmental relations R-351-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fred D. (Tony) Thompson, Jr. and Kim Adkins, on behalf of The Capitol Strategy Group, LLC, in the amount of $72,000.00 to provide governmental relations services for the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Law Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Apply for TDOT grant for Knoxville Area Transit UTAP R-350-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $12,000.00 to provide funding to Knoxville Area Transit for Fiscal Year 2025 Urban Technical Assistance Program (UTAP), and if such application is approved, to authorize the Mayor to execute any and all documents to accept such a grant award.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Contract with Highstreet IT Solutions for Oracle HCM Cloud Software R-349-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Highstreet IT Solutions, LLC to provide implementation services for Oracle HCM Cloud Software for an amount not exceed $1,049,500.00(Requested by Information Technology) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Apply for cybersecurity grant from DHS R-348-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from the Department of Homeland Security as a subrecipient of the State of Tennessee in the amount of $137,500.00 pursuant to the 2023 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) to pay for multi-factor authentication software and network monitoring software which will protect the City's network from unauthorized access.(Requested by Information Technology) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Authorize acquisition of property at 312 S. Castle Street R-347-2024 — A Resolution authorizing acquisition, by condemnation if necessary, of a fee simple interest in certain property located at 312 S. Castle Street (Parcel ID No. 082-EP-035), believed to be owned by Lillian Neal Roberts Miller, deceased, at an estimated cost of $31,500.00, as recommended by the Abandoned, Blighted, and Vacant Properties Committee.(Requested by Housing & Neighborhood Development Department) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Authorize agreement with Chevin Fleet Solutions for Fleetwave software upgrades R-346-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Chevin Fleet Solutions for the provision of upgrades to Fleetwave software used by the Fleet Services Department to transition to an online hosted platform which will allow efficient data input onto a cloud-based system, for an initial setup cost not to exceed $20,600.00 and an annual cost not to exceed $42,492.00 per year, for an initial three-year term.(Requested by Fleet Services) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Apply for TN DOH grant for EMS equipment for Fire Department R-345-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Health's "Essential Equipment Purchases for Licensed Ambulance Services in Tennessee" Grant Program in an amount up to $150,000.00 to purchase equipment and tools needed to enhance the capabilities of the Knoxville Fire Department's Emergency Medical Services.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Apply for AFG grant for Fire Department fitness equipment R-344-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to provide funding pursuant to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program in the amount of $256,938.00 with a City match of ten (10) percent, which will be used to purchase fitness equipment needed for the Fire Suppression Division of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Amend contract with Kimley-Horn for Woodland Ave Project R-343-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the Woodland Avenue Complete Street Project, increasing the contract amount by $37,900.00 for a new contract total of $448,800.00, and extending the date of completion to May 1, 2026.(Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Authorize agreement with CDM Smith for Neyland Drive Pedestrian Connection Project R-342-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $268,400.00 to provide professional design services for the Neyland Drive Pedestrian Connection Project.(Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Authorize agreement with Cannon & Cannon for Fountain City Sidewalk Project R-341-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $165,500.00 to provide professional design services for the Fountain City Sidewalk Project.(Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Authorize agreement with Design & Construction Services for Gay St sidewalk repair R-340-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $265,792.50 for the Gay Street Brick Sidewalk Repair Phase II Project.(Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Authorize agreement with Superior Pavement Marking for Rumble Stripes Project R-339-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Superior Pavement Marking, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $150,650.00 for the 2024 Citywide Rumble Stripes Project.(Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Authorize transfer of property in James White Parkway to TDOT R-338-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to transfer a small area of property located in the James White Parkway right-of-way back to the Tennessee Department of Transportation.(Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Authorize Industrial Development Board to negotiate PILOT for North Broadway/Stone Street R-337-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from McCarty Holsaple McCarty, Inc, or an affiliate thereof (“Applicant”), payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes (“PILOT”) with respect to certain real property located at 625 North Broadway and 750 Stone Street, and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated Section 7-53-305.(Requested by Administration) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Authorize agreement with United Way for Community Schools Initiative R-336-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with United Way of Greater Knoxville, Inc. to provide funding in an amount not to exceed $425,000.00 for a multifaceted Community Schools Initiative in 15 schools located within the corporate limits of Knoxville, which promotes community resources to achieve healthy communities.(Requested by Administration) Schools
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Change zoning for Vance Road property from RN-1 to RN-2 on appeal An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 6521 Vance Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Mohamed Abbas/Oost Properties, LLC, Applicant, on appeal from a denial by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission. (Planning Commission File No. 11-L-24-RZ) (Planning Commission Denied 13-0) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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Unanimity rate — 6402 of 7062 adopted motions in the published minutes

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