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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 2017

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

Meeting Agenda item Disposition Tally Badges
Aug 1, 2017
Appropriate $1,400.00 to Boys & Girls Clubs for Sports Hall of Fame Dinner O-160-2017 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,400.00 from Parks and Recreation Department funds and donating same to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to be utilized toward the Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony. Parks & community Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 1, 2017
Amend City Code, create Department of Employee Benefits and Risk Management O-158-2017 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Article II, Divisions 2 and 3 of the Knoxville City Code relating to the organizational structure of the executive branch of City government, and to create the Department of Employee Benefits and Risk Management. Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 1, 2017
Confirm appointment of Carolyn "K-Kin" Fairbank to Development Corp Board R-236-2017 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Carolyn "K-Kin" Fairbank to serve as a member of the Board of Directors of the Development Corporation of Knox County. Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 1, 2017
Appropriate $250.00 to Knoxville Symphony Society for school performances O-156-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Symphony Society, Inc. to be utilized toward providing in-school performances for Knoxville Schools. Schools Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 1, 2017
Appropriate $500.00 to Project Grad for Elston Turner Basketball Camp O-155-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Project Grad Knoxville, Inc., acting as fiscal agent on behalf of Elston Turner Basketball Camp to be utilized toward sponsoring camp attendees. Parks & community Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 1, 2017
Appropriate $400.00 to WDVX Radio for broadcast event O-154-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $400.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Cumberland Communities Communications Corporation doing business as WDVX Radio to be utilized toward the 20th year on-air broadcast event. Parks & community Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 1, 2017
Grant pension of $3,069.26/month to Sunday C. Gaddis R-235-2017 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,069.26 per month to Sunday C. Gaddis, an employee of the Knoxville General Government. Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 1, 2017
Grant pension of $958.77/month to Dale L. Davis R-234-2017 — A Resolution granting a pension of $958.77 per month to Dale L. Davis, an employee of the Knoxville General Government. Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 1, 2017
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Bob's Liquor & Wine license renewal R-233-2017 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Bob's Liquor & Wine relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City. Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 1, 2017
Approve minutes from July 18, 2017 regular meeting APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE JULY 18TH, 2017 REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Ordinance appropriating $1,400 to Boys & Girls Clubs for Sports Hall of Fame Dinner An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,400.00 from Parks and Recreation Department funds and donating same to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to be utilized toward the Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Ordinance amending City Code Chapter 2 regarding executive branch structure An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Article II, Divisions 2 and 3 of the Knoxville City Code relating to the organizational structure of the executive branch of City government, and to create the Department of Employee Benefits and Risk Management.(Requested by Mayor Rogero)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution amending agreement with PBA for Riverwalk parking garage management R-232-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amendment to Agreement C-06-0058 with the Public Building Authority to add the Riverwalk parking garage and parking lot located at 2011 Kay Street to the list of parking garages that PBA manages, operates and maintains on behalf of the City.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution authorizing agreement with Batteries Plus Bulbs for battery recycling R-231-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Batteries Plus Bulbs for recycling of batteries collected at the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Center.(Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution authorizing agreement with SEI, Inc. for security services R-230-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with SEI, Inc. to provide security services for recreation centers for a contract price not to exceed $77,900.00 per year, and to provide security services as needed for special events at the rate of $17.50 per hour for a total contract price not to exceed $81,000.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution authorizing agreement with EC&T for asbestos abatement services R-229-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a professional services agreement with Environmental Consulting & Testing, LLC, to provide administration and abatement services for the proper abatement of the existing asbestos-containing curtain at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium, in an amount not to exceed $26,836.00.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution supplementing 1644 for Electric System Revenue Bonds, Series II-2017 R-228-2017 — A Resolution supplementing Resolution No. 1644 adopted by the City Council of the City of Knoxville, Tennessee on January 4, 1949 entitled "A Resolution providing for the issuance of Electric System Revenue Bonds" so as to provide for the issuance of not to exceed Forty Million and no/100 Dollars ($40,000,000) of Electric System Revenue Bonds, Series II-2017.(Requested by Department of Finance) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution supplementing R-25-88 for Gas System Revenue Bonds, Series X-2017 R-227-2017 — A Resolution supplementing Resolution No. R-25-88 adopted by the City Council of the City of Knoxville, Tennessee on February 9, 1988 entitled "A Resolution providing for the issuance of Gas System Revenue Bonds" so as to provide for the issuance of not to exceed Twelve Million and no/100 Dollars ($12,000,000) of Gas System Revenue Bonds, Series X-2017.(Requested by Department of Finance) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution supplementing 2075 for Water System Revenue Bonds, Series GG-2017 R-226-2017 — A Resolution supplementing Resolution No. 2075 adopted by the City Council of the City of Knoxville, Tennessee on April 20, 1954 entitled "A Resolution providing for the issuance of Water System Revenue Bonds" so as to provide for the issuance of not to exceed Twenty Million and no/100 Dollars ($20,000,000) of Water System Revenue Bonds, Series GG-2017.(Requested by Department of Finance) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution supplementing R-129-90 for Wastewater System Revenue Bonds, Series 2017B R-225-2017 — A Resolution supplementing Resolution No. R-129-90 adopted by the City Council of the City of Knoxville, Tennessee on May 15, 1990 providing for the issuance of not to exceed Twenty-Five Million and no/100 Dollars ($25,000,000) of Wastewater System Revenue Bonds, Series 2017B.(Requested by Department of Finance) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution authorizing agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for CDBG funding R-224-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide $139,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the Minor Home Repair program “Operation Backyard.”(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution authorizing agreement with K-KC CAC for CDBG funding for home repair R-223-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $568,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the Emergency and Minor Home Repair Program and the Weatherization Assistance Program.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution authorizing agreement with ET Community Design Center for CDBG funding R-222-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the East Tennessee Community Design Center to provide $46,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for conceptual design and technical assistance for community improvement projects.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution honoring memory of Rex L. Davis R-220-2017 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Rex L. Davis and to express City Council's condolences to his family upon the occasion of his passing.(Requested by Council) Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution honoring memory of Deputy Police Chief Rudy G. Bradley, Sr. R-219-2017 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Deputy Police Chief Rudy G. Bradley, Sr. and to express City Council's condolences to his family upon the occasion of his passing.(Requested by Council) Public safety Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution confirming reappointment to Wrecker Services Commission R-218-2017 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Keith Shields, Kimberly Henry, Lynn Clemons, Sr., and Debbie Billings to the Wrecker Services Commission.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution confirming appointment of Tim Hill to Downtown Design Review Board R-217-2017 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Tim Hill to the Downtown Design Review Board.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution confirming nominations for Mayor's Council on Disability Issues R-216-2017 — A Resolution to confirm nominations for members and officers for the Mayor's Council on Disability Issues.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Warehouse Liquors, Inc. license renewal R-215-2017 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Warehouse Liquors, Inc. relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Department of Finance and Accountability) Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Adobe Package Store license renewal R-214-2017 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Adobe Package Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Department of Finance) Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Toddy's Liquor Store license renewal R-213-2017 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Toddy's Liquor Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Department of Finance) Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 18, 2017
Ordinance to amend Chapter 16 of the Knoxville City Code regarding Short Term Rentals 12-c — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 16 of the Knoxville City Code to add a new article entitled "Short Term Rentals" to establish regulations for short term rental units. (MPC made no recommendation 8-4) (File No. 5-C-17-OA)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Jul 18, 2017
Approve minutes of the July 6, 2017 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the July 6, 2017 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Amend classification and compensation plan for general government employees O-136-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's classification and compensation plan for general government employees. Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Amend classification and compensation plan for general government employees O-136-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's classification and compensation plan for general government employees. Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted —
Jun 20, 2017
Authorize grant application to DOJ OJJDP for forensic analyst position R-197-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $200,000.00, with no local match, from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Forensic Capacity Hiring Program for Wounded Veterans, for continued funding of a forensic analyst position in the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Public safety Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Authorize grant application to Target Foundation for KPD Literacy Initiative R-196-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $2,000.00, with no required local match, from the Target Foundation to purchase incentives for youth participating in the KPD Literacy Initiative. Public safety Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Authorize grant application to DOJ COPS for KPD sworn strength increase R-195-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $452,283.00, with a required local match in the amount of $150,761.00, from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, to increase the authorized sworn strength of the Knoxville Police Department from 416 to 420 officers. Public safety Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Authorize grant application to TDOT for KAT fiscal year 2018 assistance R-194-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $3,208,100.00 to provide funding to Knoxville Area Transit for fiscal year 2018 urban transit assistance, and if such application is approved, to authorize the Mayor to execute any and all documents to accept such a grant award. Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Authorize agreement with National Security Service for recreation center security R-193-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with National Security Service to provide security services for recreation centers for a contract price not to exceed $65,000.00 per year, and to provide security services as needed for special events at the rate of $15.00 per hour for a total contract price not to exceed $68,000.00. Parks & community Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Authorize agreement with Baseline Sports for Tyson Park tennis courts R-192-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor execute an agreement with Baseline Sports, Inc. for asphalt resurfacing work and tennis court accessories on all fourteen tennis courts at the Kyle Testerman Tennis Complex at Tyson Park for an amount not to exceed $198,360.00. Parks & community Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Declare intent to reimburse expenditures up to $18.2M R-191-2017 — A Resolution declaring the intent of the City of Knoxville to reimburse itself for certain expenditures in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed Eighteen Million Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ($18,200,000) with the proceeds of bonds or other debt obligations to be issued by the City. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Authorize agreement with Siemens Industry for LED streetlight conversion R-190-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Siemens Industry, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $9,548,215.00 for the conversion of the City's streetlights to LED technology. Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Authorize agreement with Vaughn & Melton for S. Castle St. Sidewalk Project R-189-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the South Castle Street Sidewalk Project for an amount not to exceed $87,628.25. Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Authorize agreement with Design & Construction Services for drainage proj. R-188-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for the 2017 Neighborhood Drainage Project for an amount not to exceed $743,000.00. Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for homeless services R-187-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center to provide $60,000.00 for the provision of services to persons who are homeless and who utilize the Day Resource Center. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Authorize agreement with Great Schools Partnership for Community Schools Initiative R-186-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Great Schools Partnership to provide funding for the Community Schools Initiative in an amount not to exceed $250,000.00. Schools Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Honor memory of Margaret Ross Gaiter R-185-2017 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Margaret Ross Gaiter and to express City Council's condolences to her family upon the occasion of her passing. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Rezone property on Papermill Dr from C-3 to C-4 District O-135-2017 — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Papermill Drive, northeast of N. Weisgarber Road, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-4 (Highway and Arterial Commercial) District, James C. Tomiczek, Applicant. Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Rezone property on Dayton St from R-1A to R-2 District O-134-2017 — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the east side of Dayton Street, south of Western Avenue, from R-1A (Low Density Residential) District to R-2 (General Residential) District, West Lonsdale Baptist Church, Applicant. Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Rezone property on World's Fair Park Dr from I-3 to C-2 District O-133-2017 — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of World's Fair Park Drive, southwest side of Oak Avenue, from I-3 (General Industrial) District to C-2 (Central Business) District, Brian Hann, Applicant. Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Appropriate $4,050 from Save Our Sons fund to Vine Middle School for STEM Camp O-132-2017 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $4,050.00 from the Save Our Sons fund and donating same to Vine Middle School to be utilized toward student registration fees for STEM Camp from June 12-15, 2017. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Amend Capital and Operating budgets for FY 16/17 and transfer funds O-131-2017 — An Ordinance to amend the Capital and Operating budgets both as approved by Ordinance No. O-66-2016 for Fiscal Year 16/17 and to transfer surplus, excess, or unencumbered funds between various units and funds as reflected in the various funds and budgets of the City of Knoxville. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approve reappointment of Julia A. Bentley to Knoxville Airport Authority R-184-2017 — A Resolution approving the reappointment of Julia A. Bentley to the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority. Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $1000 from Community Improvement fund to Kingston Pike-Sequoyah Hills Assoc. O-130-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Kingston Pike-Sequoyah Hills Association to be utilized toward the Talahi Park Restoration project. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $350 from Community Improvement fund to Kingston Pike-Sequoyah Hills Assoc. O-129-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $350.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Kingston Pike-Sequoyah Hills Association to be utilized toward costs of producing and mailing the quarterly newsletter. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $500 from Community Improvement fund to Legacy Parks Foundation O-128-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Legacy Parks Foundation to be utilized toward construction of a new trail. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $1000 from Community Improvement fund to Legacy Parks Foundation O-127-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Legacy Parks Foundation acting as fiscal agent on behalf of The Bearden Council for the Christmas in Everly Brothers Park project. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $500 from Community Improvement fund to Legacy Parks Foundation O-126-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Legacy Parks Foundation to be utilized toward educational materials. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $500 from Community Improvement fund to Historic Fourth & Gill O-125-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Historic Fourth & Gill Neighborhood Organization to be utilized toward the neighborhood historic sign project. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $250 from Community Improvement fund to Free Medical Clinic of America O-124-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Free Medical Clinic of America to be utilized toward ongoing free medical services for certain uninsured individuals. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $250 from Community Improvement fund to K-KC CAC for Beardsley Farm Camp O-123-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to be utilized toward Beardsley Farm Camp. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $700 from Community Improvement fund to Socially Equal Energy Dev. O-122-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $700.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Socially Equal Energy Efficient Development to be utilized toward the Career Readiness/Energy Corps Program. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $300 from Community Improvement fund to Great Smoky Mountain Council BSA O-121-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Great Smoky Mountain Council of the Boy Scouts of America, Inc. to be utilized toward program and registration costs. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $500 from Community Improvement fund to ETCDCI for Island Home Park O-120-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Island Home Park Neighborhood Association to be utilized toward ongoing projects at the entrances to the neighborhood. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $350 from Community Improvement fund to ETCDCI for West Hills Assoc. O-119-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $350.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. serving as fiscal agent on behalf of West Hills Community Association to be utilized toward the costs of producing the annual newsletter. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $350 from Community Improvement fund to ETCDCI for Fountain City Town Hall O-118-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $350.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Fountain City Town Hall to be utilized toward the purchase of a small train. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approp. $375 from Community Improvement fund to Girl Talk, Inc. O-117-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $375.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Girl Talk, Inc. to be utilized toward mentoring and providing school-based programs. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Appropriate $700 from Community Improvement fund to Beck Cultural Exchange Center O-116-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $700.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Beck Cultural Exchange Center, Inc. to be utilized toward updating display technology and materials for the Legacy of Voices Exhibition. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Appropriate $375 from Community Improvement fund to Crutcher Memorial Youth Center O-115-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $375.00 from the Community Improvement (202) fund and donating same to Crutcher Memorial Youth Enrichment Center to be utilized toward the Inter-Generational Technical Skills program. Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Grant pension of $607.11/month to Maynard C. McRae, Jr. R-183-2017 — Resolution granting a pension of $607.11 per month to Maynard C. McRae, Jr., an employee of the Knoxville General Government. Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Grant pension of $811.37/month to David M. Hill R-182-2017 — Resolution granting a pension of $811.37 per month to David M. Hill, an employee of the Knoxville General Government. Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Frugal MacDoogal Superstore license R-181-2017 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Frugal MacDoogal Superstore relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City. Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Admiral Wine & Spirits LLC license renewal R-180-2017 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Admiral Wine & Spirits LLC relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City. Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 20, 2017
Rezone property on E. Martin Mill Pike from C-4 to RP-2 District 4-D-17-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northeast side of E. Martin Mill Pike, northwest side of Lippencott Street, from C-4 (Highway and Arterial Commercial) District to RP-2 (Planned Residential) District at a density up to 30 dwelling units per acre, subject to one condition, ECG Martin Mill LP, Applicant. Zoning & land use Item history →
Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Jun 20, 2017
Approve One Year Plan amendment for property on E. Martin Mill Pike 4-B-17-PA — An Ordinance approving a One Year Plan amendment from SWMUD-2 (South Waterfront Mixed Use District II) to High Density Residential, property located on the northeast side of E. Martin Mill Pike, northwest side of Lippencott Street, ECG Martin Mill LP, Applicant. Zoning & land use Item history →
Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Jun 20, 2017
Approve amendment to South City Sector Plan for property on E. Martin Mill Pike 4-D-17-SP — An Ordinance approving an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential and Mixed Use Special District (SC-4) to High Density Residential, property located on the northeast side of E. Martin Mill Pike, northwest side of Lippencott Street, ECG Martin Mill LP, Applicant. Zoning & land use Item history →
Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Jun 20, 2017
Honor memory of Deputy Police Chief Rudy G. Bradley, Sr. Resolution honoring the memory of Deputy Police Chief Rudy G. Bradley, Sr. and to express City Council's condolences to his family upon the occasion of his passing.
Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Jun 20, 2017
Authorize agreement with TDOT for traffic signal at Cedar Bluff Rd and North Peters Rd Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into Agreement No. 170064 with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the installation, operation and maintenance of a traffic signal at the intersection of Cedar Bluff Road and North Peters Road.
Withdrawn 8-0-0-1
Withdrawn
Jun 20, 2017
Approve minutes from June 6th, 2017 Regular Meeting approve the minutes from the June 6th, 2017 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Rezone property from C-3 to C-2 District. An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Jennings Avenue, southwest of N Central Street, from C-3 (General Commercial) to C-2 (Central Business) District, subject to one condition, Stone Street Group, Applicant. (MPC approved 13-0-2) (MPC File No. 4-B-17-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Rezone property from R-1 to C-6 District. An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northeast side of Central Avenue Pike, southeast of Elyria Drive, from R-1 (Low Density Residential) to C-6 (General Commercial Park), Bob Hutchison, Applicant. (MPC approved 13-0-2) (MPC File No. 3-E-17-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Approve One Year Plan amendment. An Ordinance approving a One Year Plan amendment from Mixed Use Special District (NC-15) to General Commercial, property located on the northeast side of Central Avenue Pike, southeast of Elyria Drive, Bob Hutchison, Applicant. (MPC Approved 13-0-2) (File No. 4-A-17-PA) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Approve amendment to North City Sector Plan. An Ordinance approving an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Mixed Use Special District (NC-15) to General Commercial, property located on the northeast side of Central Avenue Pike, southeast of Elyria Drive, Bob Hutchison, Applicant. (MPC Approved 13-0-2) (File No. 4-C-17-SP) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Adopt the One Year Plan dated 2017. An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2017 as prepared by the Metropolitan Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (MPC Approved 13-0-2) (File No. 3-A-17-OYP) (All Districts)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Amend Zoning Regs for indoor self-storage in O-1, C-2, C-3 districts. An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, "Zoning Regulations," regarding allowing indoor, climate-controlled, self-storage facilities as a use permitted on review in the O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services), C-2 (Central Business), and C-3 (General Commercial) Districts. (MPC approved 15-0) (File No. 3-A-17-OA)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Ordinance to close portion of Terrace Avenue right-of-way. An Ordinance to close a portion of Terrace Avenue from the northeast corner of parcel 108CE028 to the southeast corner of parcel 108CE029, subject to one condition, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 13-0-2) (File No. 4-B-17-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Ordinance to close portion of Lake Avenue right-of-way. An Ordinance to close a portion of the right-of-way of Lake Avenue from Chi Phi Avenue (closed) to Terrace Avenue, subject to one condition, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, University of Tennessee, Applicant. (MPC Approved 13-0-2) (File No. 4-A-17-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Appropriate $4,620 to Bike Walk Knoxville for Open Streets. An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $4,620.00 from the Save Our Sons Fund and donating to Bike Walk Knoxville to be utilized toward operational costs for supporting Open Streets on May 21, 2017.(Requested by Community Relations)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Amend City Code for employee Classification and Compensation Plans. An Ordinance to amend Sections 2-450, 2-458, and 2-459 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans for General Government, Police, and Fire Employees.(Requested by Civil Service)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Ordinance to levy tax for FY 2017-2018 General and Debt Service Funds. An Ordinance to levy a tax of $2.7257 per $100 of assessed valuation on all taxable properties, real, personal and mixed, within the corporate limits of the City of Knoxville to provide sufficient revenues to fund the General Fund and Debt Service Fund operations and Debt Service obligations of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018.(Requested by Finance Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Ordinance for annual appropriations FY 2017-2018. An Ordinance making and fixing the annual appropriations for the several departments, agencies, and funds of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018.(Requested by Finance Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Authorize agreement with ChemPro for kudzu eradication. R-156-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with ChemPro Services, Inc. for the eradication of kudzu and further management of the southern bank of the Tennessee River for a total contract price of $29,568.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Authorize agreement with Goodwill for recycling services. R-155-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Goodwill Industries - Knoxville, Inc. to provide all personnel, materials, equipment and supervision necessary to provide recycling maintenance, customer assistance and educational services at five (5) area locations throughout the City for an annual contract price not to exceed $88,515.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Authorize agreement with The Change Center for roller skates. R-154-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with The Change Center to provide funding in the amount of $40,651.00 for the purchase of roller skates.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Approve DOT Agreement No. 170048 for Lovell Road turn lane. R-153-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into Agreement No. 170048 with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for an amount not to exceed $125,000.00 to install an additional southbound right turn lane on Lovell Road to serve westbound Parkside Drive traffic.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Authorize agreement with Bandit Lites for Civic Auditorium fly rail system. R-152-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Bandit Lites, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $145,587.14, to provide fly rail system removal and replacement at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium.(Requested by Finance Department) Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Recognize May 12 as ME-CFS Awareness Day. R-151-2017 — A Resolution recognizing May 12 as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis-Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Awareness Day.(Requested by Councilmember Saunders) Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Honor memory of James Thorniley Bletner. R-150-2017 — A Resolution honoring the memory of James Thorniley Bletner and to express Council's condolences to his family upon the occasion of his passing.(Requested by Council) Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 9, 2017
Confirm appointment of Sam C. Bills to City Pension Board. R-149-2017 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Sam C. Bills to the City Pension Board.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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