City of Knoxville, TN City Council — Votes — Unanimous, year 2021

Meeting	Agenda item	Disposition	Tally	Badges
Sep 7, 2021	Apply for and accept DOJ grant for Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force R-299-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $469,392.00 with no local match, from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, for continued funding of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	MOU with Knox County for 2020 Homeland Security Grant for KPD Mobile Video Unit R-298-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County to accept $27,000.00 as a subrecipient of the 2020 Homeland Security Grant in order to purchase a Mobile Video Unit for use by the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	MOU with Knox County for Homeland Security Grant for EMA equip/software R-297-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County in order for Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency to accept $24,000.00 as a subrecipient of a Homeland Security grant for certain equipment and software at the Mobile Command Post and the Emergency Operations Center.(Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Public safety	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	MOU with Knox County for Homeland Security Grant for KFD search/rescue equip R-296-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County to accept $24,000.00 as a subrecipient of a Homeland Security Grant in order to purchase search and rescue equipment for the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	Apply for HazMat equipment grant from TN Emergency Management Agency R-295-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to provide funding for HazMat equipment in an amount not to exceed $21,702.44 and if such application is approved, to execute any and all documents to accept such a grant.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	Amend contract with Preen Construction for Fire Station #4 Renovations R-294-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0079 with Preen Construction, LLC to complete the Fire Station #4 Renovations Project, increasing the contract amount by $86,141.31 for a new contract total of $512,423.31 and extending the date of completion to September 30, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	Amend contract with Morgan Contracting for CIPP Phase 3 Project R-293-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0259 with Morgan Contracting, Inc. for the Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) Phase 3 Project, increasing the contract amount by $53,122.50 for a new contract total of $722,060.50(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	Authorize agreement with Morgan Contracting for Texas Ave Sidewalk Project R-292-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Morgan Contracting, Inc. for the Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project for an amount not to exceed $976,734.20.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	Authorize agreement with Vaughn & Melton for Burlington Streetscapes Project R-291-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. to provide professional engineering design services for the Burlington Streetscapes Project for an amount not to exceed $266,720.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	Appropriate $1000 from Community Empowerment to Yoke Youth O-116-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Yoke Youth to host a 10-week program focusing on parent initiatives that improve youth development outcomes.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	Appropriate $1000 from Community Empowerment to The Shora Foundation O-115-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to The Shora Foundation to provide resources, educational and economic development programs for youth and entrepreneurs.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	Grant pension to Jamie Faucon R-290-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,739.68 per month to Jamie Faucon, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	Grant pension to Patricia B. Tipton R-289-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,652.60 per month to Patricia B. Tipton, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Sep 7, 2021	Grant pension to Patricia B. Tipton R-289-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,652.60 per month to Patricia B. Tipton, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous Consent
Sep 7, 2021	Grant pension to Jamie Faucon R-290-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,739.68 per month to Jamie Faucon, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous Consent
Sep 7, 2021	Ordinance 12-b - see Section 5-b 12-b — Ordinance 12-b was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Motion to defer:Adopted	8-0-0-1	Unanimous Consent
Sep 7, 2021	Ordinance 12-c - see Section 5-b 12-c — Ordinance 12-c was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Motion to defer:Adopted	8-0-0-1	Unanimous Consent
Sep 7, 2021	Ordinance 12-d - see Section 5-b 12-d — Ordinance 12-d was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Motion to defer:Adopted	8-0-0-1	Unanimous Consent
Sep 7, 2021	Approve minutes of August 24, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Knoxville	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Appropriate $1,000 to Yoke Youth for parent/youth development program An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Yoke Youth to host a 10-week program focusing on parent initiatives that improve youth development outcomes.(Requested by Community Empowerment)	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Appropriate $1,000 to The Shora Foundation for youth/entrepreneur programs An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to The Shora Foundation to provide resources, educational and economic development programs for youth and entrepreneurs.(Requested by Community Empowerment)	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Approve amendments to bylaws of Mayor's Council on Disability Issues R-288-2021 — A Resolution approving amendments to the bylaws of the Mayor's Council on Disability Issues.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Intergovernmental & resolutions	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Apply for grant for ICAC COVID Response from TN Dept. of Criminal Justice R-287-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award from the State of Tennessee Department of Criminal Justice Programs in the amount of $100,000.00, with no required local match, for Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program Internet Crimes Against Children COVID Response to assist in preventing, preparing for and responding to the Coronavirus pandemic as it relates to ICAC(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Apply for FTA grant for Knoxville Area Transit feasibility study R-286-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration to provide funding in the amount of $360,000.00 to Knoxville Area Transit pursuant to the 2021 areas of Persistent Poverty Program, with a city match of up to $40,000.00 in order to conduct a study to determine the feasibility of providing access to opportunities without the need for automobile ownership.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Authorize agreement for compensation study with Management Advisory Group Intl., Inc. R-285-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Management Advisory Group International, Inc. to engage in a compensation study for a contract amount not to exceed $219,500.00.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Contracts & purchasing	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Authorize agreement with Vaughn & Melton for Northwest Greenway Connector services R-283-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. to provide right-of-way acquisition, relocation, and related services for the Northwest Greenway Connector - Phase II Project for an amount not to exceed $38,680.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Amend contract with Cannon & Cannon Inc. for small cell utility services R-282-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0043 with Cannon & Cannon Inc. to provide professional permit and inspection services for small cell utility construction in the right-of-way for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Accept proposal to renew excess workers' compensation insurance R-281-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept a proposal from Midwest Casualty Company to exercise the first option to renew Document No. C-20-0030 to provide excess workers' compensation insurance coverage for City of Knoxville employees and K-Trans Management, Inc. employees for a one-year period at a premium not to exceed a corresponding percentage of annual payroll, currently estimated to be $195,214.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management) Contracts & purchasing	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Rezone Maloney Road from Office/Residential to RN-5 O-114-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 3305 and 3155 Maloney Road from O (Office) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, and to rezone property located at 3125 Maloney Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Dominion Group, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-H-21-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Approve One Year Plan Amendment for Maloney Road property O-113-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Dominion Group for a One Year Plan Amendment from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 3305, 3155 and 3125 Maloney Road. (Planning Commission Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-C-21-PA) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Approve Sector Plan amendment for Maloney Road property O-112-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Dominion Group for an amendment to the South County Sector Plan from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 3305, 3155 and 3125 Maloney Road. (Planning Commission Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-D-21-SP) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Close unnamed alley between Stewart St and Irwin St O-111-2021 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between Stewart Street and Irwin Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Amir Sadovnik, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-21-AC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Amend Zoning Code to add preschool/kindergarten as special use in I-MU O-110-2021 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 9, Section 9.2, Use Matrix, Table 9-1, to add pre-school/kindergarten and educational facility – primary or secondary as special uses in the Industrial Mixed-Use (I-MU) Zoning District, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-21-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Appropriate $500 to Samaritan Ministry for services to homeless/disordered O-109-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Samaritan Ministry to provide resources and services primarily for people experiencing homelessness, poverty, and substance use disorder.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Parks & community	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Appropriate $2,500 to Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation for outreach events O-108-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation to provide resources to co-host three community outreach events in the Lonsdale Community focusing on equipping young people with hope and strategies promoting unity and gun violence prevention.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Parks & community	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Amend City Code to adjust Classification and Compensation Plans O-106-2021 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Sections 2-450 and 2-459 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Personnel & appointments	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Support Mayor's appointments to the Mayor's Maker Council R-279-2021 — A Resolution expressing support for the Mayor's appointments of Jonathan Clark, Tuyen Ho, Hannah Houser, Alex Jaynes, Victoria Walsh, and the reappointments of Laurie Kay, Sean Simoneau and Saray Taylor-Roman to the Mayor's Maker Council.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Confirm appointments to the Board of the Public Building Authority R-278-2021 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Rob Glass and Ann Marie Tugwell to the Board of the Public Building Authority.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Postpone Ordinance 12-c: Rezone 2002 Thunderhead Rd from C-R-2 to C-G-3 12-c — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2002 Thunderhead Road from C-R-2 (Regional Commercial) District to C-G-3 (General Commercial) District, Taylor Forrester for Northshore Market Investor, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 12-B-20-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Motion to defer:Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous Consent
Aug 24, 2021	Postpone Ordinance 10-a: Remove planned district designation at 2002 Thunderhead Rd 10-a — An Ordinance to remove a previously approved planned district designation from property located at 2002 Thunderhead Road, Taylor D. Forrester for Northshore Market Investor, LLC, Applicant, on appeal from a denial by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission. (Planning Commission File No. 12-C-20-SU) (Planning Commission Denied 8-6) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Motion to defer:Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous Consent
Aug 24, 2021	Postpone Ordinance 10-a: Remove planned district designation at 2002 Thunderhead Rd 10-a — An Ordinance to remove a previously approved planned district designation from property located at 2002 Thunderhead Road, Taylor D. Forrester for Northshore Market Investor, LLC, Applicant, on appeal from a denial by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission. (Planning Commission File No. 12-C-20-SU) (Planning Commission Denied 8-6) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Motion to defer:Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous Consent
Aug 24, 2021	Postpone Ordinance 12-c: Rezone 2002 Thunderhead Rd from C-R-2 to C-G-3 12-c — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2002 Thunderhead Road from C-R-2 (Regional Commercial) District to C-G-3 (General Commercial) District, Taylor Forrester for Northshore Market Investor, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 12-B-20-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Motion to defer:Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous Consent
Aug 24, 2021	Withdraw Resolution 11-h: Collaborative Crisis Response Training Program Grant 11-h — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a Collaborative Crisis Response Training Program Grant award in the amount of $150,000 from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, to be used for technology, instruction and equipment for crisis response training for Knoxville Police Department officers and co-responder teams.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Contracts & purchasing	Motion to withdraw:Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 24, 2021	Approve minutes of the August 24, 2021 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the August 24, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council	Adopted	7-0-0-2	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Ordinance to rezone Maloney Road property to RN-5 District. 7-H-21-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 3305 and 3155 Maloney Road from O (Office) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, and to rezone property located at 3125 Maloney Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Dominion Group, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-H-21-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Ordinance amending One Year Plan for Maloney Road property. 7-C-21-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Dominion Group for a One Year Plan Amendment from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 3305, 3155 and 3125 Maloney Road. (Planning Commission Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-C-21-PA) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Ordinance amending South County Sector Plan for Maloney Road property. 7-D-21-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Dominion Group for an amendment to the South County Sector Plan from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 3305, 3155 and 3125 Maloney Road. (Planning Commission Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-D-21-SP) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between Stewart and Irwin Streets. 7-A-21-AC — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between Stewart Street and Irwin Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Amir Sadovnik, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-21-AC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Ordinance amending Zoning Code to add pre-school/kindergarten uses. 7-A-21-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 9, Section 9.2, Use Matrix, Table 9-1, to add pre-school/kindergarten and educational facility – primary or secondary as special uses in the Industrial Mixed-Use (I-MU) Zoning District, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-21-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Appropriate $500 for Samaritan Ministry services. An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Samaritan Ministry to provide resources and services primarily for people experiencing homelessness, poverty, and substance use disorder.(Requested by Community Empowerment)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Appropriate $2,500 for Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation outreach events. An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation to provide resources to co-host three community outreach events in the Lonsdale Community focusing on equipping young people with hope and strategies promoting unity and gun violence prevention.(Requested by Community Empowerment)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Ordinance to adjust Classification and Compensation Plans. 2-450, 2-459 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Sections 2-450 and 2-459 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
Aug 10, 2021	Authorize agreement with Taylors Lawn Service for cemetery maintenance. R-277-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Taylors Lawn Service to provide grounds maintenance at the Odd Fellows Cemetery and Potter's Field for an amount not to exceed $43,120.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Authorize agreement with TN Assoc. of Chiefs of Police for ICAC training. R-275-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police to coordinate Internet Crimes Against Children investigation training and to maintain the ICAC Task Force website, pursuant to a grant from the State of Tennessee, Office of Criminal Justice Programs, in an amount not to exceed $69,328.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Authorize agreement for drainage improvements at Municipal Golf Course. R-274-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Signet Golf Associates II, Inc. for drainage improvements at the Knoxville Municipal Golf Course for an amount not to exceed $47,285.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Authorize agreement with Knox Education Foundation for Community Schools Initiative. R-273-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knox Education Foundation to provide funding in an amount not to exceed $425,000.00 for the Community Schools Initiative in 15 schools located within the corporate limits of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Schools	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Authorize subgrant for Mobile Meals/Public Services during COVID-19. R-272-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant - Coronavirus funds for Mobile Meals/Public Services, as part of the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Amend subgrant agreement for Homelessness services during COVID-19. R-271-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Third Amendment to a subgrantee agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee Document No. C-21-0107 to increase the funding by an additional amount not to exceed $141,091.00 in Tennessee Housing Development Agency Emergency Solutions Grant - Coronavirus funding for a new total contract amount not to exceed $321,091.00 and to increase the number served from 100 to 160 families and senior citizens in the City who are experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Authorize agreement with Next Step Initiative for Noon's House services. R-270-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Next Step Initiative to provide funding, through a fiscal sponsor, in amount not to exceed $50,000.00 in General funds for the provision of Emergency Shelter and Essential Services at Noon's House.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Authorize subgrant agreement for Rapid Re-Housing services. R-269-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $48,833.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funds for Rapid Re-Housing services.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Authorize agreement for 2021 Curb Cuts Project - Phase II. R-268-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design and Construction Services, Inc. for the 2021 Curb Cuts Project - Phase II, for an amount not to exceed $340,800.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Amend contract for Boyds Bridge Pike Bridge Joint and Approach Repair Project. R-267-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0298 with Southern Constructors, Inc. for the Boyds Bridge Pike Bridge Joint and Approach Repair Project, increasing the contract amount by $99,996.24 for a new contract total of $231,421.24 and extending the date of completion to October 3, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Amend contract for Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvement Project. R-266-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0038 with Fulghum MacIndoe & Associates, Inc. to provide design services for the Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvement Project, increasing the contract amount by $62,400.00 for a new contract total of $123,650.00 and extending the date of completion to June 30, 2022.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Authorize agreement with Asset Health for wellness program support. R-265-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Asset Health to provide technology and wellness program support to participants in the City’s wellness program for a contract price not to exceed $70,000.00 for the first year and $61,000.00 per year thereafter.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management) Contracts & purchasing	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Appropriate $1,200 for Legacy Parks Foundation's Legacy Luncheon. O-105-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,200.00 from Parks and Recreation Department's grants and benevolence fund and donating same toward the sponsorship of Legacy Parks Foundation's 2021 Legacy Luncheon.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Appropriate $4,600 for Fountain City Park maintenance. O-104-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $4,600.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's grants and benevolence fund and donating same to Fountain City Lions Club to be utilized toward the maintenance and upkeep of Fountain City Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Confirm appointment to Design Review Board. R-264-2021 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Laura Seery Cole to the Design Review Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 10, 2021	Ordinance 12-h: removed from agenda, previously postponed. 12-h — Ordinance 12-h was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Motion to defer:Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Aug 10, 2021	Ordinance 12-i: removed from agenda, previously postponed. 12-i — Ordinance 12-i was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Motion to defer:Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Aug 10, 2021	Ordinance 12-j: removed from agenda, previously postponed. 12-j — Ordinance 12-j was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Motion to defer:Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Aug 10, 2021	Ordinance 10-a: removed from agenda, previously postponed. 10-a — Ordinance 10-a was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Motion to defer:Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Aug 10, 2021	Ordinance 12-g: removed from agenda, previously postponed. 12-g — Ordinance 12-g was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Motion to defer:Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Aug 10, 2021	Approve minutes of prior meeting. approve the minutes of the July 27, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Appropriate funds for Legacy Parks Foundation's 2021 Legacy Luncheon An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,200.00 from Parks and Recreation Department's grants and benevolence fund and donating same toward the sponsorship of Legacy Parks Foundation's 2021 Legacy Luncheon.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Appropriate funds for Fountain City Lions Club for park maintenance An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $4,600.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's grants and benevolence fund and donating same to Fountain City Lions Club to be utilized toward the maintenance and upkeep of Fountain City Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Request report on zero tolerance policy for racist/sexist practices R-263-2021 — A Resolution respectfully requesting the appropriate city department(s) to study and make a report to City Council regarding a zero tolerance policy for racist or sexist practices within city government.(Requested by Councilmember Parker) Intergovernmental & resolutions	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Request report on zero tolerance policy for racist/sexist practices R-263-2021 — A Resolution respectfully requesting the appropriate city department(s) to study and make a report to City Council regarding a zero tolerance policy for racist or sexist practices within city government.(Requested by Councilmember Parker) Intergovernmental & resolutions	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Authorize subgrantee agreement with University of Tennessee R-262-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the University of Tennessee to provide an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 in Tennessee Housing Development Agency Emergency Solutions Grant-Coronavirus funds for the Homelessness Management Information System's Street Outreach Mobile Devices Program, 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
Jul 27, 2021	Authorize subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League R-261-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League to provide an amount not to exceed $40,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds to support its RISE Re-entry Program for workforce/employment skills training and coaching support.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Authorize subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center R-260-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center to provide an amount not to exceed $475,560.00 in Tennessee Housing Development Agency ESG-CV funds for street outreach enhancement services to 300 individuals experiencing homelessness, 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
Jul 27, 2021	Authorize agreement for Mobile Meals facility expansion R-259-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $310,000.00 in Community Block Grant ("CDBG") and CDBG-Coronavirus funds to be used for construction of an expansion of the Mobile Meals facility to include a new packing room, as part of the City's response to the Covid-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Authorize agreement with McMillan Flats, LLC for sidewalk improvements R-258-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with McMillan Flats, LLC for sidewalk improvements related to a Facade Improvement Program Project at 2300 N. Central Street, in an amount not to exceed $48,750.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Roads & infrastructure	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Amend contract for Sevier Avenue Drainage Improvements Project R-257-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0045 with Morgan Contracting, Inc. for the Sevier Avenue Drainage Improvements Project, increasing the contract amount by $30,015.00 for a new contract total of $753,570.11, and extending the date of completion to August 2, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Authorize agreement with Whaley Construction for Coker Ave Sidewalk Project R-256-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Whaley Construction, LLC for the Coker Avenue Sidewalk Project for an amount not to exceed $772,701.50.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Remove planned district designation from property at Deane Hill Drive O-103-2021 — 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 7140, 7144 and 7134 Deane Hill Drive, Benjamin C. Mullins for Rufus Smith and Dooley, L.P., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 6-B-21-SU) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Change zoning classifications for properties related to Wilbanks, LLC O-102-2021 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 726 Callahan Drive from C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of property located at 0 Keck Road from AG (Agricultural) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of property located at 6601 Wilbanks Road from C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of one portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road from C-G-1 (General Commercial) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of another portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road from C-G-1 (General Commercial) to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial), and of a portion of property located at 6318 Keck Road from AG (Agricultural) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wilbanks, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 4-M-21-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Approve One Year Plan Amendment for Wilbanks, LLC O-101-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Wilbanks, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6318 Keck Road, from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road, from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 0 Keck Road, and from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 6601 Wilbanks Road, leaving any special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wilbanks, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 4-B-21-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for Wilbanks, LLC O-100-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Wilbanks, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6318 Keck Road, from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road, from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 0 Keck Road, and from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 6601 Wilbanks Road, leaving any special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wilbanks, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 4-G-21-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Change zoning at 4315 Rutledge Pike from C-N to C-G-1 O-99-2021 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4315 Rutledge Pike from C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wes Carruthers, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 6-D-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Rezone property at 1820 Amherst Road from RN-1 to RN-2 O-98-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 1820 Amherst Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Taylor D. Forrester for OFR Investments, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 5-J-21-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Close undeveloped portion of Georgia Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds O-97-2021 — An Ordinance to close the undeveloped portion of Georgia Avenue starting south of East Depot Avenue to the train tracks to the southeast and between Parcel ID 095 AL 014 and 095 AL 015, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Matthew Howell Wantland, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 6-A-21-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Appropriate funds for UUNIK Academy, Inc. for books O-96-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $766.39 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to UUNIK Academy, Inc. for books that empower and enrich the minds of young Black males and continue the mission of developing the next generation of leaders and thriving citizens engaged with their communities.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Confirm appointments to Police Advisory and Review Committee R-254-2021 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Heidi Barcus and Starlandria "Star" Starks to the Police Advisory and Review Committee.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Grant pension to James H. Tucker R-253-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,484.49 per month to James H. Tucker, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Grant pension to Gerald L. Gibbs R-252-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,641.94 per month to Gerald L. Gibbs, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Grant pension to Gail E. Frank R-251-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $904.80 per month to Gail E. Frank, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Grant pension to Donna R. Redden R-250-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,303.12 per month to Donna R. Redden, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Grant pension to Clyde J. Cole R-249-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,078.50 per month to Clyde J. Cole, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 27, 2021	Approve minutes of previous meeting approve the minutes of the July 13, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 13, 2021	Remove planned district designation from Deane Hill Drive properties 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 7140, 7144 and 7134 Deane Hill Drive, Benjamin C. Mullins for Rufus Smith and Dooley, L.P., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 6-B-21-SU) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 13, 2021	Change zoning classification for properties on Callahan Drive and Keck Road An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 726 Callahan Drive from C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of property located at 0 Keck Road from AG (Agricultural) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of property located at 6601 Wilbanks Road from C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of one portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road from C-G-1 (General Commercial) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of another portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road from C-G-1 (General Commercial) to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial), and of a portion of property located at 6318 Keck Road from AG (Agricultural) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wilbanks, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 4-M-21-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 13, 2021	Approve Wilbanks, LLC One Year Plan Amendment for Callahan Drive District An Ordinance approving the request of Wilbanks, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6318 Keck Road, from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road, from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 0 Keck Road, and from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 6601 Wilbanks Road, leaving any special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wilbanks, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 4-B-21-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 13, 2021	Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for Wilbanks, LLC properties An Ordinance approving the request of Wilbanks, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6318 Keck Road, from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road, from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 0 Keck Road, and from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 6601 Wilbanks Road, leaving any special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wilbanks, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 4-G-21-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 13, 2021	Change zoning at 4315 Rutledge Pike from C-N to C-G-1 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4315 Rutledge Pike from C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wes Carruthers, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 6-D-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 13, 2021	Rezone 1820 Amherst Road from RN-1 to RN-2 District An Ordinance to rezone property located at 1820 Amherst Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Taylor D. Forrester for OFR Investments, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 5-J-21-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 13, 2021	Close undeveloped portion of Georgia Avenue An Ordinance to close the undeveloped portion of Georgia Avenue starting south of East Depot Avenue to the train tracks to the southeast and between Parcel ID 095 AL 014 and 095 AL 015, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Matthew Howell Wantland, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 6-A-21-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 13, 2021	Appropriate and donate $766.39 to UUNIK Academy, Inc. for books An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $766.39 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to UUNIK Academy, Inc. for books that empower and enrich the minds of young Black males and continue the mission of developing the next generation of leaders and thriving citizens engaged with their communities.(Requested by Community Empowerment)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 13, 2021	Ordinance to create Common Area Permit and Subordinate Retailer's Permit An Ordinance amending Chapter 4, Article II of the Knoxville City Code so as to create a Common Area Permit and a Subordinate Retailer's On-Premise Permit subject to a Common Area Permit and to allow possession and consumption of beer and alcoholic beverages on private property within the common area, upon approval of such permit by the Beer Board under such terms, conditions, rules and regulations as the Beer Board may establish.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Roberto)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

Apply for and accept DOJ grant for Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force R-299-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $469,392.00 with no local match, from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, for continued funding of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

MOU with Knox County for 2020 Homeland Security Grant for KPD Mobile Video Unit R-298-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County to accept $27,000.00 as a subrecipient of the 2020 Homeland Security Grant in order to purchase a Mobile Video Unit for use by the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

MOU with Knox County for Homeland Security Grant for EMA equip/software R-297-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County in order for Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency to accept $24,000.00 as a subrecipient of a Homeland Security grant for certain equipment and software at the Mobile Command Post and the Emergency Operations Center.(Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Public safety

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

MOU with Knox County for Homeland Security Grant for KFD search/rescue equip R-296-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County to accept $24,000.00 as a subrecipient of a Homeland Security Grant in order to purchase search and rescue equipment for the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

Apply for HazMat equipment grant from TN Emergency Management Agency R-295-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to provide funding for HazMat equipment in an amount not to exceed $21,702.44 and if such application is approved, to execute any and all documents to accept such a grant.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

Amend contract with Preen Construction for Fire Station #4 Renovations R-294-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0079 with Preen Construction, LLC to complete the Fire Station #4 Renovations Project, increasing the contract amount by $86,141.31 for a new contract total of $512,423.31 and extending the date of completion to September 30, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

Amend contract with Morgan Contracting for CIPP Phase 3 Project R-293-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0259 with Morgan Contracting, Inc. for the Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) Phase 3 Project, increasing the contract amount by $53,122.50 for a new contract total of $722,060.50(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

Authorize agreement with Morgan Contracting for Texas Ave Sidewalk Project R-292-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Morgan Contracting, Inc. for the Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project for an amount not to exceed $976,734.20.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

Authorize agreement with Vaughn & Melton for Burlington Streetscapes Project R-291-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. to provide professional engineering design services for the Burlington Streetscapes Project for an amount not to exceed $266,720.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

Appropriate $1000 from Community Empowerment to Yoke Youth O-116-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Yoke Youth to host a 10-week program focusing on parent initiatives that improve youth development outcomes.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

Appropriate $1000 from Community Empowerment to The Shora Foundation O-115-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to The Shora Foundation to provide resources, educational and economic development programs for youth and entrepreneurs.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

Grant pension to Jamie Faucon R-290-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,739.68 per month to Jamie Faucon, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

Grant pension to Patricia B. Tipton R-289-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,652.60 per month to Patricia B. Tipton, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Sep 7, 2021

Grant pension to Patricia B. Tipton R-289-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,652.60 per month to Patricia B. Tipton, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous Consent

Sep 7, 2021

Grant pension to Jamie Faucon R-290-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,739.68 per month to Jamie Faucon, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous Consent

Sep 7, 2021

Ordinance 12-b - see Section 5-b 12-b — Ordinance 12-b was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Motion to defer:Adopted

8-0-0-1

Unanimous Consent

Sep 7, 2021

Ordinance 12-c - see Section 5-b 12-c — Ordinance 12-c was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Motion to defer:Adopted

8-0-0-1

Unanimous Consent

Sep 7, 2021

Ordinance 12-d - see Section 5-b 12-d — Ordinance 12-d was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Motion to defer:Adopted

8-0-0-1

Unanimous Consent

Sep 7, 2021

Approve minutes of August 24, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Knoxville

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Appropriate $1,000 to Yoke Youth for parent/youth development program An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Yoke Youth to host a 10-week program focusing on parent initiatives that improve youth development outcomes.(Requested by Community Empowerment)

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Appropriate $1,000 to The Shora Foundation for youth/entrepreneur programs An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to The Shora Foundation to provide resources, educational and economic development programs for youth and entrepreneurs.(Requested by Community Empowerment)

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Approve amendments to bylaws of Mayor's Council on Disability Issues R-288-2021 — A Resolution approving amendments to the bylaws of the Mayor's Council on Disability Issues.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Intergovernmental & resolutions

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Apply for grant for ICAC COVID Response from TN Dept. of Criminal Justice R-287-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award from the State of Tennessee Department of Criminal Justice Programs in the amount of $100,000.00, with no required local match, for Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program Internet Crimes Against Children COVID Response to assist in preventing, preparing for and responding to the Coronavirus pandemic as it relates to ICAC(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Apply for FTA grant for Knoxville Area Transit feasibility study R-286-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration to provide funding in the amount of $360,000.00 to Knoxville Area Transit pursuant to the 2021 areas of Persistent Poverty Program, with a city match of up to $40,000.00 in order to conduct a study to determine the feasibility of providing access to opportunities without the need for automobile ownership.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Authorize agreement for compensation study with Management Advisory Group Intl., Inc. R-285-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Management Advisory Group International, Inc. to engage in a compensation study for a contract amount not to exceed $219,500.00.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Contracts & purchasing

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Authorize agreement with Vaughn & Melton for Northwest Greenway Connector services R-283-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. to provide right-of-way acquisition, relocation, and related services for the Northwest Greenway Connector - Phase II Project for an amount not to exceed $38,680.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Amend contract with Cannon & Cannon Inc. for small cell utility services R-282-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0043 with Cannon & Cannon Inc. to provide professional permit and inspection services for small cell utility construction in the right-of-way for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Accept proposal to renew excess workers' compensation insurance R-281-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept a proposal from Midwest Casualty Company to exercise the first option to renew Document No. C-20-0030 to provide excess workers' compensation insurance coverage for City of Knoxville employees and K-Trans Management, Inc. employees for a one-year period at a premium not to exceed a corresponding percentage of annual payroll, currently estimated to be $195,214.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management) Contracts & purchasing

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Rezone Maloney Road from Office/Residential to RN-5 O-114-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 3305 and 3155 Maloney Road from O (Office) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, and to rezone property located at 3125 Maloney Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Dominion Group, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-H-21-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Approve One Year Plan Amendment for Maloney Road property O-113-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Dominion Group for a One Year Plan Amendment from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 3305, 3155 and 3125 Maloney Road. (Planning Commission Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-C-21-PA) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Approve Sector Plan amendment for Maloney Road property O-112-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Dominion Group for an amendment to the South County Sector Plan from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 3305, 3155 and 3125 Maloney Road. (Planning Commission Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-D-21-SP) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Close unnamed alley between Stewart St and Irwin St O-111-2021 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between Stewart Street and Irwin Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Amir Sadovnik, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-21-AC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Amend Zoning Code to add preschool/kindergarten as special use in I-MU O-110-2021 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 9, Section 9.2, Use Matrix, Table 9-1, to add pre-school/kindergarten and educational facility – primary or secondary as special uses in the Industrial Mixed-Use (I-MU) Zoning District, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-21-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Appropriate $500 to Samaritan Ministry for services to homeless/disordered O-109-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Samaritan Ministry to provide resources and services primarily for people experiencing homelessness, poverty, and substance use disorder.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Parks & community

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Appropriate $2,500 to Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation for outreach events O-108-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation to provide resources to co-host three community outreach events in the Lonsdale Community focusing on equipping young people with hope and strategies promoting unity and gun violence prevention.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Parks & community

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Amend City Code to adjust Classification and Compensation Plans O-106-2021 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Sections 2-450 and 2-459 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Personnel & appointments

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Support Mayor's appointments to the Mayor's Maker Council R-279-2021 — A Resolution expressing support for the Mayor's appointments of Jonathan Clark, Tuyen Ho, Hannah Houser, Alex Jaynes, Victoria Walsh, and the reappointments of Laurie Kay, Sean Simoneau and Saray Taylor-Roman to the Mayor's Maker Council.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Confirm appointments to the Board of the Public Building Authority R-278-2021 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Rob Glass and Ann Marie Tugwell to the Board of the Public Building Authority.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Postpone Ordinance 12-c: Rezone 2002 Thunderhead Rd from C-R-2 to C-G-3 12-c — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2002 Thunderhead Road from C-R-2 (Regional Commercial) District to C-G-3 (General Commercial) District, Taylor Forrester for Northshore Market Investor, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 12-B-20-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Motion to defer:Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous Consent

Aug 24, 2021

Postpone Ordinance 10-a: Remove planned district designation at 2002 Thunderhead Rd 10-a — An Ordinance to remove a previously approved planned district designation from property located at 2002 Thunderhead Road, Taylor D. Forrester for Northshore Market Investor, LLC, Applicant, on appeal from a denial by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission. (Planning Commission File No. 12-C-20-SU) (Planning Commission Denied 8-6) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Motion to defer:Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous Consent

Aug 24, 2021

Postpone Ordinance 10-a: Remove planned district designation at 2002 Thunderhead Rd 10-a — An Ordinance to remove a previously approved planned district designation from property located at 2002 Thunderhead Road, Taylor D. Forrester for Northshore Market Investor, LLC, Applicant, on appeal from a denial by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission. (Planning Commission File No. 12-C-20-SU) (Planning Commission Denied 8-6) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Motion to defer:Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous Consent

Aug 24, 2021

Postpone Ordinance 12-c: Rezone 2002 Thunderhead Rd from C-R-2 to C-G-3 12-c — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2002 Thunderhead Road from C-R-2 (Regional Commercial) District to C-G-3 (General Commercial) District, Taylor Forrester for Northshore Market Investor, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 12-B-20-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Motion to defer:Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous Consent

Aug 24, 2021

Withdraw Resolution 11-h: Collaborative Crisis Response Training Program Grant 11-h — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a Collaborative Crisis Response Training Program Grant award in the amount of $150,000 from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, to be used for technology, instruction and equipment for crisis response training for Knoxville Police Department officers and co-responder teams.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Contracts & purchasing

Motion to withdraw:Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 24, 2021

Approve minutes of the August 24, 2021 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the August 24, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council

Adopted

7-0-0-2

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Ordinance to rezone Maloney Road property to RN-5 District. 7-H-21-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 3305 and 3155 Maloney Road from O (Office) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, and to rezone property located at 3125 Maloney Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Dominion Group, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-H-21-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Ordinance amending One Year Plan for Maloney Road property. 7-C-21-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Dominion Group for a One Year Plan Amendment from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 3305, 3155 and 3125 Maloney Road. (Planning Commission Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-C-21-PA) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Ordinance amending South County Sector Plan for Maloney Road property. 7-D-21-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Dominion Group for an amendment to the South County Sector Plan from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 3305, 3155 and 3125 Maloney Road. (Planning Commission Approved 10-1) (File No. 7-D-21-SP) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between Stewart and Irwin Streets. 7-A-21-AC — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between Stewart Street and Irwin Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Amir Sadovnik, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-21-AC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Ordinance amending Zoning Code to add pre-school/kindergarten uses. 7-A-21-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 9, Section 9.2, Use Matrix, Table 9-1, to add pre-school/kindergarten and educational facility – primary or secondary as special uses in the Industrial Mixed-Use (I-MU) Zoning District, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-21-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Appropriate $500 for Samaritan Ministry services. An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Samaritan Ministry to provide resources and services primarily for people experiencing homelessness, poverty, and substance use disorder.(Requested by Community Empowerment)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Appropriate $2,500 for Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation outreach events. An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation to provide resources to co-host three community outreach events in the Lonsdale Community focusing on equipping young people with hope and strategies promoting unity and gun violence prevention.(Requested by Community Empowerment)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Ordinance to adjust Classification and Compensation Plans. 2-450, 2-459 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 2, Sections 2-450 and 2-459 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

Aug 10, 2021

Authorize agreement with Taylors Lawn Service for cemetery maintenance. R-277-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Taylors Lawn Service to provide grounds maintenance at the Odd Fellows Cemetery and Potter's Field for an amount not to exceed $43,120.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Authorize agreement with TN Assoc. of Chiefs of Police for ICAC training. R-275-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police to coordinate Internet Crimes Against Children investigation training and to maintain the ICAC Task Force website, pursuant to a grant from the State of Tennessee, Office of Criminal Justice Programs, in an amount not to exceed $69,328.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Authorize agreement for drainage improvements at Municipal Golf Course. R-274-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Signet Golf Associates II, Inc. for drainage improvements at the Knoxville Municipal Golf Course for an amount not to exceed $47,285.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Authorize agreement with Knox Education Foundation for Community Schools Initiative. R-273-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knox Education Foundation to provide funding in an amount not to exceed $425,000.00 for the Community Schools Initiative in 15 schools located within the corporate limits of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Schools

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Authorize subgrant for Mobile Meals/Public Services during COVID-19. R-272-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant - Coronavirus funds for Mobile Meals/Public Services, as part of the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Amend subgrant agreement for Homelessness services during COVID-19. R-271-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Third Amendment to a subgrantee agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee Document No. C-21-0107 to increase the funding by an additional amount not to exceed $141,091.00 in Tennessee Housing Development Agency Emergency Solutions Grant - Coronavirus funding for a new total contract amount not to exceed $321,091.00 and to increase the number served from 100 to 160 families and senior citizens in the City who are experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Authorize agreement with Next Step Initiative for Noon's House services. R-270-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Next Step Initiative to provide funding, through a fiscal sponsor, in amount not to exceed $50,000.00 in General funds for the provision of Emergency Shelter and Essential Services at Noon's House.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Authorize subgrant agreement for Rapid Re-Housing services. R-269-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $48,833.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funds for Rapid Re-Housing services.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Authorize agreement for 2021 Curb Cuts Project - Phase II. R-268-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design and Construction Services, Inc. for the 2021 Curb Cuts Project - Phase II, for an amount not to exceed $340,800.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Amend contract for Boyds Bridge Pike Bridge Joint and Approach Repair Project. R-267-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0298 with Southern Constructors, Inc. for the Boyds Bridge Pike Bridge Joint and Approach Repair Project, increasing the contract amount by $99,996.24 for a new contract total of $231,421.24 and extending the date of completion to October 3, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Amend contract for Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvement Project. R-266-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0038 with Fulghum MacIndoe & Associates, Inc. to provide design services for the Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvement Project, increasing the contract amount by $62,400.00 for a new contract total of $123,650.00 and extending the date of completion to June 30, 2022.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Authorize agreement with Asset Health for wellness program support. R-265-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Asset Health to provide technology and wellness program support to participants in the City’s wellness program for a contract price not to exceed $70,000.00 for the first year and $61,000.00 per year thereafter.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management) Contracts & purchasing

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Appropriate $1,200 for Legacy Parks Foundation's Legacy Luncheon. O-105-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,200.00 from Parks and Recreation Department's grants and benevolence fund and donating same toward the sponsorship of Legacy Parks Foundation's 2021 Legacy Luncheon.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Appropriate $4,600 for Fountain City Park maintenance. O-104-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $4,600.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's grants and benevolence fund and donating same to Fountain City Lions Club to be utilized toward the maintenance and upkeep of Fountain City Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Confirm appointment to Design Review Board. R-264-2021 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Laura Seery Cole to the Design Review Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 10, 2021

Ordinance 12-h: removed from agenda, previously postponed. 12-h — Ordinance 12-h was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Motion to defer:Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Aug 10, 2021

Ordinance 12-i: removed from agenda, previously postponed. 12-i — Ordinance 12-i was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Motion to defer:Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Aug 10, 2021

Ordinance 12-j: removed from agenda, previously postponed. 12-j — Ordinance 12-j was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Motion to defer:Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Aug 10, 2021

Ordinance 10-a: removed from agenda, previously postponed. 10-a — Ordinance 10-a was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Motion to defer:Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Aug 10, 2021

Ordinance 12-g: removed from agenda, previously postponed. 12-g — Ordinance 12-g was postponed earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-b Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Motion to defer:Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Aug 10, 2021

Approve minutes of prior meeting. approve the minutes of the July 27, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Appropriate funds for Legacy Parks Foundation's 2021 Legacy Luncheon An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,200.00 from Parks and Recreation Department's grants and benevolence fund and donating same toward the sponsorship of Legacy Parks Foundation's 2021 Legacy Luncheon.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Appropriate funds for Fountain City Lions Club for park maintenance An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $4,600.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's grants and benevolence fund and donating same to Fountain City Lions Club to be utilized toward the maintenance and upkeep of Fountain City Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Request report on zero tolerance policy for racist/sexist practices R-263-2021 — A Resolution respectfully requesting the appropriate city department(s) to study and make a report to City Council regarding a zero tolerance policy for racist or sexist practices within city government.(Requested by Councilmember Parker) Intergovernmental & resolutions

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Request report on zero tolerance policy for racist/sexist practices R-263-2021 — A Resolution respectfully requesting the appropriate city department(s) to study and make a report to City Council regarding a zero tolerance policy for racist or sexist practices within city government.(Requested by Councilmember Parker) Intergovernmental & resolutions

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Authorize subgrantee agreement with University of Tennessee R-262-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the University of Tennessee to provide an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 in Tennessee Housing Development Agency Emergency Solutions Grant-Coronavirus funds for the Homelessness Management Information System's Street Outreach Mobile Devices Program, 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

Jul 27, 2021

Authorize subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League R-261-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League to provide an amount not to exceed $40,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds to support its RISE Re-entry Program for workforce/employment skills training and coaching support.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Authorize subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center R-260-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center to provide an amount not to exceed $475,560.00 in Tennessee Housing Development Agency ESG-CV funds for street outreach enhancement services to 300 individuals experiencing homelessness, 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

Jul 27, 2021

Authorize agreement for Mobile Meals facility expansion R-259-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $310,000.00 in Community Block Grant ("CDBG") and CDBG-Coronavirus funds to be used for construction of an expansion of the Mobile Meals facility to include a new packing room, as part of the City's response to the Covid-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Authorize agreement with McMillan Flats, LLC for sidewalk improvements R-258-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with McMillan Flats, LLC for sidewalk improvements related to a Facade Improvement Program Project at 2300 N. Central Street, in an amount not to exceed $48,750.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Roads & infrastructure

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Amend contract for Sevier Avenue Drainage Improvements Project R-257-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-21-0045 with Morgan Contracting, Inc. for the Sevier Avenue Drainage Improvements Project, increasing the contract amount by $30,015.00 for a new contract total of $753,570.11, and extending the date of completion to August 2, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Authorize agreement with Whaley Construction for Coker Ave Sidewalk Project R-256-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Whaley Construction, LLC for the Coker Avenue Sidewalk Project for an amount not to exceed $772,701.50.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Remove planned district designation from property at Deane Hill Drive O-103-2021 — 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 7140, 7144 and 7134 Deane Hill Drive, Benjamin C. Mullins for Rufus Smith and Dooley, L.P., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 6-B-21-SU) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Change zoning classifications for properties related to Wilbanks, LLC O-102-2021 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 726 Callahan Drive from C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of property located at 0 Keck Road from AG (Agricultural) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of property located at 6601 Wilbanks Road from C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of one portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road from C-G-1 (General Commercial) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of another portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road from C-G-1 (General Commercial) to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial), and of a portion of property located at 6318 Keck Road from AG (Agricultural) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wilbanks, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 4-M-21-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Approve One Year Plan Amendment for Wilbanks, LLC O-101-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Wilbanks, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6318 Keck Road, from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road, from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 0 Keck Road, and from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 6601 Wilbanks Road, leaving any special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wilbanks, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 4-B-21-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for Wilbanks, LLC O-100-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Wilbanks, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6318 Keck Road, from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road, from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 0 Keck Road, and from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 6601 Wilbanks Road, leaving any special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wilbanks, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 4-G-21-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Change zoning at 4315 Rutledge Pike from C-N to C-G-1 O-99-2021 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4315 Rutledge Pike from C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wes Carruthers, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 6-D-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Rezone property at 1820 Amherst Road from RN-1 to RN-2 O-98-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 1820 Amherst Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Taylor D. Forrester for OFR Investments, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 5-J-21-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Close undeveloped portion of Georgia Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds O-97-2021 — An Ordinance to close the undeveloped portion of Georgia Avenue starting south of East Depot Avenue to the train tracks to the southeast and between Parcel ID 095 AL 014 and 095 AL 015, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Matthew Howell Wantland, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 6-A-21-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Appropriate funds for UUNIK Academy, Inc. for books O-96-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $766.39 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to UUNIK Academy, Inc. for books that empower and enrich the minds of young Black males and continue the mission of developing the next generation of leaders and thriving citizens engaged with their communities.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Confirm appointments to Police Advisory and Review Committee R-254-2021 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Heidi Barcus and Starlandria "Star" Starks to the Police Advisory and Review Committee.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Grant pension to James H. Tucker R-253-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,484.49 per month to James H. Tucker, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Grant pension to Gerald L. Gibbs R-252-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,641.94 per month to Gerald L. Gibbs, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Grant pension to Gail E. Frank R-251-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $904.80 per month to Gail E. Frank, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Grant pension to Donna R. Redden R-250-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,303.12 per month to Donna R. Redden, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Grant pension to Clyde J. Cole R-249-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,078.50 per month to Clyde J. Cole, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 27, 2021

Approve minutes of previous meeting approve the minutes of the July 13, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 13, 2021

Remove planned district designation from Deane Hill Drive properties 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 7140, 7144 and 7134 Deane Hill Drive, Benjamin C. Mullins for Rufus Smith and Dooley, L.P., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 6-B-21-SU) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 13, 2021

Change zoning classification for properties on Callahan Drive and Keck Road An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 726 Callahan Drive from C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of property located at 0 Keck Road from AG (Agricultural) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of property located at 6601 Wilbanks Road from C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of one portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road from C-G-1 (General Commercial) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, and of another portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road from C-G-1 (General Commercial) to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial), and of a portion of property located at 6318 Keck Road from AG (Agricultural) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wilbanks, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 4-M-21-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 13, 2021

Approve Wilbanks, LLC One Year Plan Amendment for Callahan Drive District An Ordinance approving the request of Wilbanks, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6318 Keck Road, from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road, from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 0 Keck Road, and from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 6601 Wilbanks Road, leaving any special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wilbanks, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 4-B-21-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 13, 2021

Amend Northwest City Sector Plan for Wilbanks, LLC properties An Ordinance approving the request of Wilbanks, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6318 Keck Road, from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for a portion of property located at 6302 Keck Road, from Low Density Residential to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 0 Keck Road, and from General Commercial to Callahan Drive Mixed Use Special District for property located at 6601 Wilbanks Road, leaving any special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wilbanks, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0) (File No. 4-G-21-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 13, 2021

Change zoning at 4315 Rutledge Pike from C-N to C-G-1 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4315 Rutledge Pike from C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Wes Carruthers, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 6-D-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 13, 2021

Rezone 1820 Amherst Road from RN-1 to RN-2 District An Ordinance to rezone property located at 1820 Amherst Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Taylor D. Forrester for OFR Investments, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 5-J-21-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 13, 2021

Close undeveloped portion of Georgia Avenue An Ordinance to close the undeveloped portion of Georgia Avenue starting south of East Depot Avenue to the train tracks to the southeast and between Parcel ID 095 AL 014 and 095 AL 015, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Matthew Howell Wantland, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 15-0 Consent) (File No. 6-A-21-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 13, 2021

Appropriate and donate $766.39 to UUNIK Academy, Inc. for books An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $766.39 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to UUNIK Academy, Inc. for books that empower and enrich the minds of young Black males and continue the mission of developing the next generation of leaders and thriving citizens engaged with their communities.(Requested by Community Empowerment)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 13, 2021

Ordinance to create Common Area Permit and Subordinate Retailer's Permit An Ordinance amending Chapter 4, Article II of the Knoxville City Code so as to create a Common Area Permit and a Subordinate Retailer's On-Premise Permit subject to a Common Area Permit and to allow possession and consumption of beer and alcoholic beverages on private property within the common area, upon approval of such permit by the Beer Board under such terms, conditions, rules and regulations as the Beer Board may establish.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Roberto)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Every recorded decision