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

Jan 25, 2022
Amend contract with Quantum Environmental for Public Safety Complex services, increasing by $33,659 R-24-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to Contract No. C-19-0284 with Quantum Environmental & Engineering Services, LLC to provide environmental consultation services and geotechnical services to the City with regard to the new Public Safety Complex, increasing the scope of work and the contract amount by $33,659.00 for a total contract amount not to exceed $279,564.00.(Requested by Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Rezone 1001 Cox Street from RN-1 to RN-2 for single-family residential O-14-2022 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 1001 Cox Street from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Benchmark Associates, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 12-C-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Rezone 923 Valley Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 for single-family residential O-13-2022 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 923 Valley Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Benchmark Associates, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 12-B-21-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Amend Zoning Code to add drug treatment clinics as permitted use in various commercial/office districts O-12-2022 — An Ordinance to approve two amendments to the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 9 – Uses, to add drug treatment clinics as a permitted use to the C- G (General Commercial), C-H (Highway Commercial), C-R (Regional Commercial), O (Office) and OP (Office Park) Zoning Districts and to revise principal use standards for drug treatment clinics, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 12-A-21-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Amend Zoning Code to add Airport as Special Use in Institutional District and standards for Airports O-11-2022 — An Ordinance to approve two amendments to the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 9 – Uses, to add Airport as a Special Use in the Institutional (INST) District and to add Principal Use Standards for Airports, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-21-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Appropriate $7,875.00 for The Muse apprenticeship program for East Knoxville students O-10-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $7,875.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to The Muse to support an apprenticeship program for East Knoxville students providing them with workforce skills, exposure to new careers and leadership development.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Confirm reappointments and appointments to City of Knoxville Public Arts Committee R-23-2022 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Kim Bumpas, Caroline Covington, and Gwen McKenzie and the appointment of Brian Clay, Jered Sprecher, and Barbie Thomas to the City of Knoxville Public Arts Committee.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Confirm reappointment of Rick Blackburn to the Historic Zoning Commission R-22-2022 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Rick Blackburn to the Historic Zoning Commission.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Confirm reappointment of Jim Idol to Community Television of Knoxville Board of Directors R-21-2022 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Jim Idol to the Board of Directors of Community Television of Knoxville.(Requested by Law Department) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022 Approve appointment of Councilmember Amelia Parker to Audit Committee R-17-2022 — A Resolution approving the appointment of Councilmember Amelia Parker to City Council's Audit Committee.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Jan 25, 2022 Reappoint Councilmember Gwen McKenzie to Board of Directors of Knoxville Zoological Gardens R-18-2022 — A Resolution reappointing City Councilmember Gwen McKenzie to serve as an ex-officio member of the Board of Directors of the Knoxville Zoological Gardens, Inc.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Jan 25, 2022 Appoint Councilmember Tommy Smith as Chair of Public Property Naming Committee R-19-2022 — A Resolution appointing Councilmember Tommy Smith as Chair of the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Jan 25, 2022 Reappoint Councilmember Seema Singh to Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee R-20-2022 — A Resolution reappointing Councilmember Seema Singh to serve as the Chair and a member of the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Jan 25, 2022
Add Resolutions 8-d, e, f, and g to consent agenda Motion to: add Resolutions 8-d, e, f, and g to consent
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Approve minutes from the January 11, 2022, Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the January 11, 2022 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Rezone property at 1001 Cox Street from RN-1 to RN-2 An Ordinance to rezone property located at 1001 Cox Street from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Benchmark Associates, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 12-C-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Rezone property at 923 Valley Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 An Ordinance to rezone property located at 923 Valley Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Benchmark Associates, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 12-B-21-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Amend Zoning Code: add drug treatment clinics as permitted use An Ordinance to approve two amendments to the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 9 – Uses, to add drug treatment clinics as a permitted use to the C-G (General Commercial), C-H (Highway Commercial), C-R (Regional Commercial), O (Office) and OP (Office Park) Zoning Districts and to revise principal use standards for drug treatment clinics, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 12-A-21-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Amend Zoning Code: add Airport as Special Use in INST District An Ordinance to approve two amendments to the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 9 – Uses, to add Airport as a Special Use in the Institutional (INST) District and to add Principal Use Standards for Airports, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-21-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Appropriate funds for donation to The Muse for apprenticeship program An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $7,875.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to The Muse to support an apprenticeship program for East Knoxville students providing them with workforce skills, exposure to new careers and leadership development.(Requested by Community Empowerment)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Agreement with Miller3 Consulting, Inc. for Disparity Study R-16-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Miller3 Consulting, Inc. to perform a Disparity Study for a contract amount not to exceed $348,750.00.(Requested by Purchasing) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Agreement with TN Assoc. of Chiefs of Police for ICAC training R-14-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police to coordinate Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Investigator training and website maintenance, pursuant to a grant from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Programs, in an amount not to exceed $79,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Agreement with Police Executive Research Forum for Chief of Police recruitment R-13-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Police Executive Research Forum to assist in recruiting and selecting a Chief of Police, for a contract amount not to exceed $43,000.00.(Requested by Department of Human Resources) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Apply for/accept Choice Neighborhoods grant for Western Heights Neighborhood R-12-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for, as a co-applicant with Knoxville's Community Development Corporation, for a Choice Neighborhoods Initiative grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, in an amount not to exceed $40,000,000.00, with no required matching funds, to implement the Transformation Plan for the Western Heights Neighborhood and if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept such a grant award.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Budget & taxes
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Amend contract with Westnet, Inc. for Fire Department alerting system R-11-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amendment to Contract C-19-0316 with Westnet, Inc., to provide the Knoxville Fire Department with additional equipment and installation services for the Fire Station Alerting system at an additional cost of $519,041.79, increasing the total not to exceed contract amount of $1,720,239.83.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Agreement with Tennessee Valley Title Insurance Company for project R-10-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Tennessee Valley Title Insurance Company for real estate title examination and closing services for the Washington Pike, North of I-640 to Murphy Road Project, for an amount not to exceed $81,340.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Extend builders' risk insurance coverage with Travelers R-9-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents required to extend a policy from Travelers Property Casualty Company of America for builders' risk insurance coverage for the City of Knoxville for an estimated total premium of $98,000.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Apply for/accept National League of Cities grant for businesses of color R-8-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept grant funding of up to $30,000.00 with no City match required from the National League of Cities to be used to build capacity and expand economic opportunities for residents and businesses of color.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Authorize ARPA funds agreement with Childhelp, Inc. for mental health therapy R-7-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Childhelp, Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $125,000.00 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to fund expansion of existing clinical services in mental health therapy to help Knoxville residents respond to and recover from the Covid-19 pandemic.(Requested by Administration) Budget & taxes
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Close portion of Glenmore Drive, authorize quitclaim deeds O-4-2022 — An Ordinance to close a portion of Glenmore Drive between the southern terminus of Glenmore Drive at the northern line of West Hills and Bynon Park and a point 100 feet north of the southern terminus of Glenmore Drive measured from the northern line of West Hills and Bynon Park, subject to one condition, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 11-A-21-SC) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Rezone property at 6238 Anderson Drive from I-H to C-G-1 O-3-2022 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 6238 Anderson Drive from I-H (Heavy Industrial) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Harper Properties, L.P., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 8-L-21-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Approve one year plan amendment from Office to General Commercial O-2-2022 — An Ordinance approving the request of Harper Properties, L.P. for a One Year Plan Amendment from Office to General Commercial for property located at 6238 Anderson Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-A-21-PA) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Amend West City Sector Plan from Office to General Commercial O-1-2022 — An Ordinance approving the request of Harper Properties, L.P. for an amendment to the West City Sector Plan from Office to General Commercial for property located at 6238 Anderson Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-A-21-SP) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Reappoint Paul Blackstock to Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee R-6-2022 — A Resolution reappointing Paul Blackstock to serve as the First District's representative to the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Smith) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Confirm reappointment of Mark Hairr and appointment of Candace Brakewood R-5-2022 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Mark Hairr and the appointment of Candace Brakewood to the Knoxville Transportation Authority Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Confirm appointment of Hank Jenkins to Mayor's Council on Disability Issues R-4-2022 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Hank Jenkins to the Mayor's Council on Disability Issues for the remainder of the current fiscal year.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Approve consent items Motion to: approve the consent items
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Approve minutes of December 18, 2021 Special Meeting approve the minutes of the December 18, 2021 Special Meeting of City Council
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 11, 2022
Approve minutes of December 14, 2021 Regular Meeting approve the minutes of the December 14, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Close portion of Glenmore Drive 11-A-21-SC — An Ordinance to close a portion of Glenmore Drive between the southern terminus of Glenmore Drive at the northern line of West Hills and Bynon Park and a point 100 feet north of the southern terminus of Glenmore Drive measured from the northern line of West Hills and Bynon Park, subject to one condition, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 11-A-21-SC) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Rezone 6238 Anderson Drive from Industrial to Commercial 8-L-21-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 6238 Anderson Drive from I-H (Heavy Industrial) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Harper Properties, L.P., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 8-L-21-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Approve One Year Plan Amendment for 6238 Anderson Drive 10-A-21-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Harper Properties, L.P. for a One Year Plan Amendment from Office to General Commercial for property located at 6238 Anderson Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-A-21-PA) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Approve West City Sector Plan amendment for 6238 Anderson Drive 10-A-21-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Harper Properties, L.P. for an amendment to the West City Sector Plan from Office to General Commercial for property located at 6238 Anderson Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-A-21-SP) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Approve joining Opioid Abatement Agreement R-411-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the City of Knoxville, to execute all documents necessary to join the State of Tennessee and other local governments as participants in the Tennessee State-Subdivision Opioid Abatement Agreement and approving the related settlement agreements.(Requested by Law Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Execute agreement for governmental relations services R-410-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fred D. (Tony) Thompson, Jr. in the amount of $72,000.00 to provide governmental relations services for the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Law Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Agreement with Avolve Software for ePlan Review System R-409-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a five-year Agreement with Avolve Software Corporation to upgrade and provide software maintenance for the City's ePlan Review System, ProjectDox, in an amount not to exceed $156,760.00 for the first year of the Agreement and $99,000.00 for each year thereafter.(Requested by Information Technology) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Execute security services agreement with Allied Universal R-408-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Universal Protective Service d/b/a Allied Universal Security Services to provide security services for the Broadway-Magnolia Avenue Safe Space, in an amount not to exceed $169,192.00 per year.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Amend paving contract with Duracap Asphalt Paving, Inc. R-407-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0301 with Duracap Asphalt Paving Company, Inc. for the 2021 Citywide Facilities Paving Project, increasing the contract amount by $209,274.28 for a new contract total of $546,138.48 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Execute agreement with Southern Constructors for road/sidewalk project R-406-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for the Palmetto Road Phase 2 and Sullivan Road Sidewalk Project for an amount not to exceed $729,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Apply for Urban Transportation Planning Grant up to $200k R-405-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for and, if awarded, accept an Urban Transportation Planning Grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation in an amount up to $200,000.00 with a 10% City match.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Authorize grant application for $150k for Emergency Management Agency R-404-2021 — 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 and, if approved, accept a grant in the amount of $150,000.00 which will subsidize the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency budget for salaries and operating expenses for Federal fiscal year 2022.(Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Budget & taxes
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Authorize PILOT for Terminus Real Estate, Inc. at 305 W. Vine Ave. R-403-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to enter into a payment-in-lieu-of-tax (PILOT) transaction with Terminus Real Estate, Inc. with respect to certain real property located at 305 West Vine Avenue, Knoxville, TN.(Requested by Administration) Budget & taxes
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Authorize PILOT for Transom Partners, LLC at 101 E. Fourth Ave. R-402-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to enter into a payment-in-lieu-of-tax (PILOT) transaction with Transom Partners, LLC with respect to certain real property located at 101 E. Fourth Avenue, Knoxville, TN.(Requested by Administration) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Amend Horticulture Ordinance, rename to Forestry O-161-2021 — An Ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the Knoxville City Code to update and correct language within the City of Knoxville Horticulture Ordinance, including changing the name of the Chapter to Forestry and other modifications.(Requested by Public Service Department) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Eliminate minimum speed limit on City roadways O-159-2021 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 17, Article VI, Division 1, § 17-263 to eliminate the required minimum speed limit on City roadways.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Lower unposted speed limit on City roadways by 5 mph O-158-2021 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 17, Article VI, Division 1, § 17-262 to lower the unposted speed limit on City roadways by five miles per hour.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Adjust City Classification and Compensation Plans O-157-2021 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Section 2-459(b) of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Approve appointment of members to Audit Committee R-401-2021 — A Resolution approving the appointment of the Chair and members of City Council's Audit Committee.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Support Mayor's appointment of Angel Bowman to Neighborhood Advisory Council R-400-2021 — A Resolution expressing support for the Mayor's appointment of Angel Bowman to the Neighborhood Advisory Council(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021
Confirm reappointment and appoint members to Knoxville Tree Board R-399-2021 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Dan Steinhoff and appointment of Charles Batey, Gordon Coker, Charles Holland Jr., Kelsey Jones, Jessica Rodocker, and Kayla Stuart to the Knoxville Tree Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 14, 2021 Grant pension to Gerry E. Kirk R-395-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,098.34 per month to Gerry E. Kirk, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Dec 14, 2021 Grant pension to Roger A. Rainey R-396-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,250.20 per month to Roger A. Rainey, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Dec 14, 2021 Grant pension to Robert A. Reagan R-397-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,006.28 per month to Robert A. Reagan, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Dec 14, 2021 Grant pension to Scott D. Owens R-398-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,561.76 per month to Scott D. Owens, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Dec 14, 2021 Appropriate $13,242 from Community Improvement Fund for donations O-156-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $13,242.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to community agencies and organizations as set forth in the attachment.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Rider, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Budget & taxes Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Dec 14, 2021
Approve minutes of previous meeting on November 30 approve the minutes of the November 30 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Eliminate minimum speed limit on City roadways An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 17, Article VI, Division 1, § 17- 263 to eliminate the required minimum speed limit on City roadways.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Lower unposted speed limit on City roadways by 5 mph An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 17, Article VI, Division 1, § 17- 262 to lower the unposted speed limit on City roadways by five miles per hour.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Amend Classification and Compensation Plans An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Section 2-459(b) of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize agreement with KCDC for Western Heights Head Start/Infrastructure R-394-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation for Western Heights Head Start and General Infrastructure and Construction, in an amount not to exceed $650,000.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize quitclaim deed to SEEED, Inc. for 522 Fern Street R-393-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to SEEED, Inc., for one parcel of property located at 522 Fern Street, Parcel ID No. 082-DG-035, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $2,000.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Amend agreement with C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries for CDBG-CV funds R-392-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to Agreement No. C-21- 0277 with C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries to provide an additional amount not to exceed $100,000.00 in Community Block Grant - Coronavirus funds for housing assistance and housing case management, for a new total contract amount not to exceed $300,000.00, as part of the City's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Amend subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for ESG-CV R-391-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a second amendment to a subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center to provide an additional amount not to exceed $79,000.00 in HUD ESG-CV funds for Street Outreach services, for a total contract amount not to exceed $344,540.00, as part of the City’s response to COVID- 19.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Amend subgrantee agreement with Comm. Action Committee for ESG-CV funds R-390-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Fourth Amendment to a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee, Document No. C- 21-0107, to increase the funding by an amount not to exceed $820,075.00 in U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Emergency Solutions Grant - Coronavirus funding, for a new total contract amount not to exceed $1,141,166.00, to increase the number of families and senior citizens served from 160 to 235, and to extend the term of the Agreement through August 30, 2022, as part of the City’s response to Coronavirus/COVID-19.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize substantial amendments to 2019-2020 Action Plan R-389-2021 — A Resolution authorizing Substantial Amendments to the 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Neighborhood Development to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any associated documents and certifications.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Acquire 201 Delta Road for flood mitigation R-388-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property in fee simple located at 201 Delta Road, by negotiated purchase, for an amount not to exceed $275,900.00 to alleviate flooding issues.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Accept FEMA Flood Mitigation Grant for 201 Delta Road R-387-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency in the amount of $275,900.00 with no required local match to be used to purchase property in fee simple and demolish the structure at 201 Delta Road.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Apply for TAP grant for Neyland Drive pedestrian/bicycle connection R-386-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for a Transportation Alternatives Program grant in the amount of $924,000.00 with a City match of $231,000.00 to construct a permanent pedestrian/bicycle connection along Neyland Drive and, if approved, authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept such a grant.(Requested by Department of Engineering and Department of Parks and Recreation) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize agreement with Stooksbury Construction for on-call services R-385-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Stooksbury Construction, Inc. to perform on-call construction services for repairs and projects identified by the City of Knoxville Engineering Department for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000.00 with the option to renew the agreement for two additional one-year terms.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize agreement with SE Construction Concepts for on-call services R-384-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southeastern Construction Concepts Corporation to perform on-call construction services for repairs and projects identified by the City of Knoxville Engineering Department for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000.00 with the option to renew the agreement for two additional one-year terms.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize agreement with Chris Haggard Plumbing for on-call services R-383-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Chris Haggard Plumbing, LLC to perform on-call construction services for repairs and projects identified by the City of Knoxville Engineering Department for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000.00 with the option to renew the agreement for two additional one-year terms.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize agreement with D.R. Phillips, LLC for Greenway Repairs R-382-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with D.R. Phillips, LLC for the 2021 Third Creek Greenway Repairs Project for an amount not to exceed $328,883.58.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize agreement with Helen Ross McNabb Center for ARPA funds R-381-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Helen Ross McNabb Center, Inc., to provide an amount not to exceed $35,000.00 in American Rescue Plan Act Funds to organize and implement a Sequential Intercept Model mapping exercise among multi-jurisdictional partners, including community-based services, to help citizens respond to and recover from the Covid-19 pandemic.(Requested by Administration) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Rezone 237 South Bell Street to C-G-2 District O-155-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 237 South Bell Street from RN-6 (Multi- Family Residential Neighborhood) District to C-G-2 (General Commercial) District, Matt W. Brazille, P.E., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 10-K-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Rezone 10209 Sherrill Boulevard to C-G-3 District O-154-2021 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 10209 Sherrill Boulevard from OP (Office Park) District to C-G-3 (General Commercial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Brand Properties, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 10-H-21-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Rezone 4909 Cain Road to RN-2 District O-153-2021 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4909 Cain Road from AG (Agricultural) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, K. Scott Branscom, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-B-21-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Rezone 1600 Island Home Ave to SW-2 District O-152-2021 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of a portion of property located at 1600 Island Home Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to SW-2 (South Waterfront River Rd., Goose Creek Row and Island Home Avenue) District, leaving any special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Lakeside Co. Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-N-21-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
One Year Plan Amendment for 1600 Island Home Ave O-151-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Lakeside Co. Inc. for a One Year Plan Amendment from Medium Density Residential to South Waterfront Mixed Use District 1 for a portion of property located at 1600 Island Home Avenue, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-G-21-PA) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Amend South City Sector Plan for 1600 Island Home Ave O-150-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Lakeside Co. Inc. for an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to Mixed Use Special District, South Waterfront District for a portion of property located at 1600 Island Home Avenue, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-J-21-SP) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Rezone Lakeside Centre Way to C-H-2 District O-149-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone a portion of property located at 2095 Lakeside Centre Way and a portion of property located at 2160 Lakeside Centre Way from OP (Office Park) District to C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District, Pellissippi South, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-M-21-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
One Year Plan Amendment for Lakeside Centre Way O-148-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Pellissippi South, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Office to General Commercial for a portion of property located at 2095 Lakeside Centre Way and a portion of property located at 2160 Lakeside Centre Way, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-F-21-PA) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Amend Southwest County Sector Plan for Lakeside Centre Way O-147-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Pellissippi South, LLC for an amendment to the Southwest County Sector Plan from Office to General Commercial for a portion of property located at 2095 Lakeside Centre Way and a portion of property located at 2160 Lakeside Centre Way, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-I-21-SP) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Rezone 6505 Deane Hill Dr/0 Kingston Pike to RN-5 District O-146-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 6505 Deane Hill Drive and 0 Kingston Pike from O (Office) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, J A Murphy Group, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-L-21-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
One Year Plan Amendment for 6505 Deane Hill Dr/0 Kingston Pike O-145-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of J A Murphy Group, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 6505 Deane Hill Drive and 0 Kingston Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-E-21-PA) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Amend West City Sector Plan for 6505 Deane Hill Dr/0 Kingston Pike O-144-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of J A Murphy Group, LLC for an amendment to the West City Sector Plan from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 6505 Deane Hill Drive and 0 Kingston Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-H-21-SP) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Rezone 5117 Lonas Drive to RN-3 District O-143-2021 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 5117 Lonas Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving any special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Urban Engineering, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-F-21-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
One Year Plan Amendment for 5117 Lonas Drive O-142-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Urban Engineering, Inc. for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 5117 Lonas Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-D-21-PA) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for 5117 Lonas Drive O-141-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Urban Engineering, Inc. for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 5117 Lonas Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 6-5) (File No. 10-E-21-SP) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Rezone 1901 Sutherland Avenue to I-H District O-140-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 1901 Sutherland Avenue from I-G (General Industrial) District to I-H (Heavy Industrial) District, GFL Environmental, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-C-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
One Year Plan Amendment for 1901 Sutherland Ave O-139-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of GFL Environmental for a One Year Plan Amendment from Light Industrial to Heavy Industrial for property located at 1901 Sutherland Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-C-21-PA) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Amend Central City Sector Plan for 1901 Sutherland Ave O-138-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of GFL Environmental for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Light Industrial to Heavy Industrial for property located at 1901 Sutherland Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-C-21-SP) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Rezone 3613 Sevierville Pike to C-N District O-137-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 3613 Sevierville Pike from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District, Len Johnson, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-A-21-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
One Year Plan Amendment for 3613 Sevierville Pike O-136-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Len Johnson for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Neighborhood Commercial for property located at 3613 Sevierville Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-B-21-PA) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Amend South City Sector Plan for 3613 Sevierville Pike O-135-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Len Johnson for an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Neighborhood Commercial for property located at 3613 Sevierville Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-B-21-SP) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Change street name of Burge Avenue to Elston Turner Drive O-134-2021 — An Ordinance to change the street name of Burge Avenue between South Bell Street and Harriet Tubman Street to Elston Turner Drive, Gwen McKenzie, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (PC File No. 10-A-21-SNC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Close alley and grant quitclaim deeds to adjacent property owners O-133-2021 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between the southeastern side of parcel 069EB01502 and the southeast corner of parcel 069EB017, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, John Dendrinos, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-21-AC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Appropriate $3k to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority for youth programs O-132-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $3,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Knoxville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to continue its educational programs designed to impact youth ages 11- 18.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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