City of Knoxville, TN City Council — Votes

Meeting	Agenda item	Disposition	Tally	Badges
Jun 29, 2021	Subgrantee agreement with HomeSource East TN for Homeownership Program R-215-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with HomeSource East Tennessee for $172,500.00 in CDBG-CV funds for support of the Homeownership Assistance Program.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Subgrantee agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for KnoxWorx R-214-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for an amount not to exceed $216,105.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds for the KnoxWorx Workforce Development Program.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for "Operation Backyard" R-213-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $262,050.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the Minor Home Repair Program "Operation Backyard."(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County CAC for CDBG funds R-212-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 in CDBG funds for the Emergency and Minor Home Repair Program.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Subgrantee agreement with East TN Community Design Center for CDBG funding R-211-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the East Tennessee Community Design Center to provide an amount not to exceed $55,000.00 in CDBG funding for conceptual design and technical assistance for community improvement projects.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Appropriate $4,200 from Community Improvement Fund to SEEED, Inc. O-86-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,200.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to SEEED, Inc. to be utilized toward the Construction and Weatherization Boot Camp.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Smith, Thomas, and Parker) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Appropriate $1,156 from Community Improvement Fund to UUNIK Academy O-85-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,156.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to UUNIK Academy, Inc. to be utilized toward the 2021 STEAMI Summer Institute project.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmember Parker) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Appropriate $500 from Community Improvement Fund to Girl Scout Council O-84-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Girl Scout Council of the Southern Appalachians, Inc. to be utilized toward program supplies for the Girl Scout Outreach Program.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh and Testerman) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Appropriate $3,073.87 from Community Improvement Fund to Legacy Parks Foundation O-83-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,073.87 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Legacy Parks Foundation acting as fiscal agent on behalf of South Woodlawn Neighborhood Association to be utilized toward welcome signs.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Singh, Rider, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Appropriate $1,250 from Community Improvement Fund to Knox Heritage O-82-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knox Heritage, Inc. to be utilized toward a UV protective coating to studio and gallery skylights.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh, Rider, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Appropriate $4,150 from Community Improvement Fund to The Mend House O-81-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to The Mend House Sober Living Community for Men to be utilized toward operating expenses.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Singh, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Appropriate $4,600 from Community Improvement Fund to West Hills Elementary O-80-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,600.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to West Hills Elementary School Wolf Pack Foundation to be utilized toward an all-inclusive playground.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Appropriate $4,450 from Community Improvement Fund to Metro Drug Coalition O-79-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,450.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Metro Drug Coalition to be utilized toward the Recovery Housing Fund.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Appropriate $6,150 from Community Improvement Fund to Fulton High School O-78-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $6,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Fulton High School to be utilized toward purchase and repair of athletic equipment.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Singh, Rider, Thomas, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Appropriate $3,200 from Community Improvement Fund to Canvas Can Do Miracles O-77-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,200.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Canvas Can Do Miracles to be utilized toward operating expenses.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 29, 2021	Appropriate $3,750 from Community Improvement Fund to Knox Education Foundation O-76-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,750.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knox Education Foundation to be utilized toward the Community School initiative.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Singh, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 18, 2021	Resolution appreciating Legacy Parks Foundation's donation of land and authorizing acceptance R-156-2021 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Legacy Parks Foundation for the donation of 53.86 Acres on the north side of Sharps Ridge and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021	Authorize Mayor to lease Dr. E. V. Davidson Recreation Center pool to Emerald Youth Foundation R-126-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement to lease the pool facilities at the Dr. E. V. Davidson Recreation Center located at 3124 Wilson Avenue to Emerald Youth Foundation for serving the youth of Knoxville.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021	Authorize Mayor to license agreement with State of Tennessee for Downtown PetSafe Dog Park R-125-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a license agreement with the State of Tennessee allowing the continued use of the Downtown PetSafe Dog Park.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Mar 9, 2021	Amend contract for Fort Kid Playground Project design services R-76-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No C-20-0052 with Hedstrom Landscape Architecture to provide design services for the Fort Kid Playground Project, increasing the contract amount by $38,600.00 for a new total contract amount of $68,200.00 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Mar 9, 2021	MOU with Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for land purchase R-72-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Appalachian Mountain Bike Club providing that the City pay an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 toward the purchase of 28 acres of property to expand the William Hastie Natural Area in the Urban Wilderness, and expressing appreciation for the donation of property to the City.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Mar 9, 2021	Authorize lease with Legacy Parks Foundation for boat launch R-71-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a lease agreement with Legacy Parks Foundation for water access at Bicentennial Park for a non-motorized boat launch.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Feb 23, 2021	Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Ace Miller Golden Gloves for boxing program R-57-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ace Miller Golden Gloves Charities, Inc. to provide an amateur boxing program for an amount not to exceed Seventy-Five Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($75,000.00) annually.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jan 26, 2021	Authorize agreement with Salvation Army for partitions at Bridge of Hope R-25-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Salvation Army, Knoxville Area Command to provide an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 for the purchase and installation of physical partitions at the Bridge of Hope Men’s Transitional Housing Program, as part of the City's response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	7-0-2-0
Dec 15, 2020	Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept USTA grant for West Hills Park tennis courts R-365-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant donation up to $81,000.00 from the United States Tennis Association (USTA), USTA Southern Section and USTA Tennessee, to help offset the costs of the construction of four (4) new tennis courts at West Hills Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020	Express appreciation to Boyd Foundation and accept $250k donation for dog parks R-364-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Boyd Foundation for the donation of $250,000.00 toward the construction of five (5) new dog parks within the City of Knoxville and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 17, 2020	Emergency Ordinance: appropriate $400 to Project Grad for Thanksgiving baskets O-171-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $400.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Project Grad to provide ten Thanksgiving baskets for disadvantaged Austin East High School students and their families.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Oct 20, 2020	Execute partnership agreement with Tennessee RiverLine R-300-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a partnership agreement with the Tennessee RiverLine to offer economic opportunities and public health benefits to communities, urban and rural, and enhance the stewardship of the Tennessee River Landscape for an amount not to exceed $750.00 annually from the Parks and Recreation Grants and Benevolence Fund.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Oct 20, 2020	Execute amendment to Lakeshore Park Conservancy management agreement R-299-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a First Amendment to the Second Amended and Restated Management Agreement with Lakeshore Park Conservancy adopting and approving the 2020 Master Plan prepared by Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Oct 20, 2020	Amend smoking regulations on City-owned playgrounds O-152-2020 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 20, Article III, Sections 20-52 and 20-61 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to smoking on the grounds of City-owned playgrounds.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Oct 6, 2020	Resolution: Donation Agreement with BCBST for Morningside Park improvements R-293-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Donation Agreement and to execute any other documents necessary with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation for the donation of playground equipment, park upgrades, and related maintenance services at Morningside Park valuing approximately $5,520,000.00 and to express the City's appreciation and gratitude for said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Oct 6, 2020	Resolution: Name part of Morningside Park "BlueCross Healthy Place" R-292-2020 — A Resolution to add the name "BlueCross Healthy Place at Morningside Park" to a portion of Morningside Park.(Requested by Chairperson Rider and Vice Mayor McKenzie) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	7-2-0-0	Split
Oct 6, 2020	Resolution: Appreciate Kingston Pike-Sequoyah Hills Assoc for Panther Fountain R-290-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Kingston Pike-Sequoyah Hills Association for its donation of all design plans, materials, supplies, and labor to fully repair and restore Panther Fountain, located within City property at the intersection of Talahi Drive and Taliluna Avenue, and authorizing the City to enter into a Limited Use Agreement with the neighborhood association in order to proceed with the project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Oct 6, 2020	Resolution: Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for housing R-285-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center, Inc. to award an amount not to exceed $1,440,000.00 from the Affordable Rental Development Fund for the development of 48 affordable housing units for very low income households to be located at 1501 East Fifth Avenue.(Requested by Community Development Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Sep 22, 2020	Resolution expressing appreciation to Knox County Health Department for donation of outdoor fitness equipment R-276-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Knox County Health Department for the donation, with an estimated value of $55,000.00, of outdoor fitness equipment and installation at Danny Mayfield Park and Paul Hogue Park, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	8-0-0-1	Unanimous
Sep 22, 2020	Resolution expressing appreciation to 2K Foundations for donation to Cal Johnson Park R-275-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to 2K Foundations for the donation of improvements at Cal Johnson Park with an estimated cost of $100,000.00, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	8-0-0-1	Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020	Appropriate $1,500 to Alliance House for Zoom calls O-116-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Alliance House Community Coalition to be utilized toward bi-monthly Zoom calls.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Amend agreement with National Building Service for park restroom janitorial services R-220-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the current agreement C-18-0119 with National Building Service for outdoor restroom janitorial services located at numerous park facilities within the city limits to include daily cleaning services due to COVID-19, at an additional cost of $1,900.00 a month, as needed, for six (6) months, for a total monthly price not to exceed $6,129.58.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Appropriate $5,175 from Parks and Recreation to Fountain City Lions Club O-112-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,175.00 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 Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020	Resolution authorizing agreement with Gulf Source Security Systems for Parks & Rec security R-203-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gulf Source Security Systems, LLC d/b/a Signal 88 Security to provide security services for the Parks and Recreation Department for a contract price not to exceed $89,031.00 per year, and to provide security services as needed for special events and City sponsored basketball games at the rate of $18.45 per hour, for a total contract price not to exceed $281,000.00 annually.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Resolution to apply for and accept grant for tree purchase and installation R-180-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the Tennessee Division of Forestry to receive funding for the purchase and installation of trees in an amount not to exceed $20,000.00 with a City match of $20,000.00 and authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept such a grant.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Resolution for agreement with SCU Bus Lines for Parks and Recreation transportation R-178-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with SCU Bus Lines, LLC, to provide transportation services to participants in various programs sponsored by the City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department for a total contract amount not to exceed $50,000.00 per year.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Emergency ordinance to amend O-24-2020, donating $1,000 for Library Summer Club 12-f — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Ordinance O-24-2020, appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Friends of the Knox County Public Library to be Utilized toward the Annual Children's Festival of Reading, to allow use of said funds for an adapted 2020 Summer Library Club.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Rider, and Fugate) Parks & community Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020	Emergency ordinance to appropriate $529 to Childhelp, Inc. for at-risk children 12-g — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $529.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Childhelp, Inc. to be utilized toward serving at-risk, neglected, and abused children in the Knoxville community.(Requested by Councilmember Fugate) Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020	Emergency ordinance to appropriate $1,000 to Friends of Literacy for Family Literacy Program 12-h — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Friends of Literacy, Inc. to be utilized toward the purchase of books for the Family Literacy Program.(Requested by Councilmember Thomas) Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020	Emergency ordinance to appropriate $1,600 to Three3, Inc. for police-community survey 12-i — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,600.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Three3, Inc. to be utilized toward conducting a survey of relationships between police and the community.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Thomas, and Parker) Public safety Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020	Emergency ordinance to appropriate $3,150 to Youth Outreach STEM for K-6 programs 12-j — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Youth Outreach in Science Technology Engineering and Math to be utilized toward Saturday community sessions for grades K-6.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Robert, Rider, Thomas, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020	Emergency ordinance to appropriate $2,756 to Keep Knoxville Beautiful for creek cleanups 12-k — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,756 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Keep Knoxville Beautiful, Inc. toward litter cleanups along Knoxville creeks.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Thomas, and Testerman) Parks & community Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020	Emergency ordinance to appropriate $1,000 to Bridge Refugee Services for resettled households 12-l — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Bridge Refugee Services, Inc. to be utilized toward assisting two households recently resettled in Knoxville.(Requested by Councilmember Thomas) Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020	Emergency ordinance to appropriate $5,250 to Chilhowee Intermediate School for playspace 12-m — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $5,250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Chilhowee Intermediate School to be utilized toward creating an outdoor playspace.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Rider, Thomas, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020	Emergency ordinance to appropriate $4,300 to Centro Hispano for Spanish classes 12-n — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward Spanish classes at South Knoxville Elementary.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Testerman, and Parker) Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020	Emergency ordinance to appropriate $3,650 to UUNIK Academy for STEAMI Summer Institute 12-o — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,650.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to UUNIK Academy, Inc. to be utilized toward the STEAMI Summer Institute project.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Testerman, and Parker) Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 16, 2020	Emergency ordinance to appropriate $1,150 to Community Shares for Next Step Initiative 12-p — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating the same to Community Shares, Inc., serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Next Step Initiative to be utilized toward ongoing outreach and equipment needs.(Requested by Councilmembers Rider and Thomas) Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 2, 2020	Authorize application and acceptance of AARP Community Challenge Grant for William Powell Park R-165-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept an AARP Community Challenge Grant to provide park improvements at William Powell Park in an amount not to exceed $40,000.00 with no matching funds from the City.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 5, 2020	Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Goodwill Industries for recycling services R-137-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Goodwill Industries - Knoxville, Inc. to provide all personnel, materials, equipment and supervision necessary to provide recycling maintenance, customer assistance and educational services at five (5) area locations throughout the City for an annual contract price not to exceed $112,961.27.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 5, 2020	Authorize Mayor to execute easement with VVI Project for Holston Building encroachment R-131-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an easement agreement with VVI Project, LLC allowing improvements to the Holston Building to encroach into the Krutch Park Extension.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 21, 2020	Authorize agreement with Ijams Nature Center for waterway cleaning R-117-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ijams Nature Center to provide trash and debris removal services for the waterways from Forks of the River to the end of Sequoyah Park for an amount not to exceed $41,400.00 annually.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 21, 2020	Authorize Mayor to award $642,752 in Historic Preservation Grants R-110-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award an amount not to exceed $642,752.00 in Historic Preservation Grant awards to support property improvements to eligible historic properties within the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Community Development Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	7-1-1-0	Split
Apr 21, 2020	Appropriate $15000 and donate to Penultimate Development for leadership program O-60-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $15,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Penultimate Development to be utilized toward its Penult Leadership Development program.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 21, 2020	Appropriate $10000 and donate to Freedom Village of Hope for summer programs O-59-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $10,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Freedom Village of Hope as fiscal agent for the East Tennessee Freedom Schools program to host summer enrichment programs.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 21, 2020	Appropriate $6000 and donate to YoSTEM for gSTEM program O-58-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $6,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Youth Outreach in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (YoSTEM) to be utilized toward its Girls in STEM (gSTEM) program.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 21, 2020	Appropriate $1000 and donate to Next Step Initiative for family support O-57-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Next Step Initiative through its fiscal agent Community Shares to be utilized toward a series of activities to support children and families from Montgomery Village.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 21, 2020	Appropriate $2000 and donate to East Tennessee Community Design Center for software/repairs O-53-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. to be utilized toward Vectorworks software updates and plotter repairs.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Rider, Thomas, and Fugate) Parks & community Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Apr 21, 2020	Appropriate $821 and donate to Dogwood Elementary for playground O-54-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $821.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Dogwood Elementary School to be utilized toward costs required to update and expand its playground.(Requested by Councilmember Fugate) Schools Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Apr 21, 2020	Appropriate $700 and donate to East Tennessee Community Design Center for park plan O-55-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $700.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Forest Heights Neighborhood Association to be utilized toward Forest Heights pocket park master plan development.(Requested by Councilmember Roberto) Parks & community Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Mar 10, 2020	Approve agreement with Southern Grounds Landscaping for Lakeshore Park. R-81-2020 — l. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Grounds Landscaping to provide mowing and turf maintenance for Lakeshore Park within the City of Knoxville for a total contract price not to exceed $80,000.00. Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	8-1-0-0	Split
Mar 10, 2020	Accept $200k donation from Thomas Boyd for Fort Kid Renovation Project. R-75-2020 — f. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a memorandum of understanding between the City, the Public Building Authority, the Knoxville Museum of Art, and Thomas Boyd, to accept a $200,000.00 donation from Mr. Boyd, and to express appreciation to Mr. Boyd for the same, all as part of the Fort Kid Renovation Project. Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jan 14, 2020	Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. R-10-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $189,120.00 to provide construction administration services for the Urban Wilderness Gateway Project.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Sep 10, 2019	Resolution for landscape design services at Cradle of Country Music Park. R-302-2019 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Surface 678, PA for an amount not to exceed $44,000.00 for professional landscape design services associated with the installation of the public art piece at the Cradle of Country Music Park. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	8-1-0-0	Split
Sep 10, 2019	Resolution amending contract for public art at Cradle of Country Music Park. R-301-2019 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-19-0065 with THEVERYMANY, LLC for installation of public art at the Cradle of Country Music Park, increasing the contract amount by $60,000.00 for a new contract total of $560,000.00.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	8-1-0-0	Split
May 21, 2019	Extend lease with Legacy Parks Foundation for Bicentennial Park R-178-2019 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a lease amendment with Legacy Parks Foundation to extend the lease of premises adjacent to Bicentennial Park for a period of six months in order to allow the parties to negotiate a new lease.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 9, 2019	Honor Bearden High School boys basketball team for State Championship R-115-2019 — A Resolution honoring and congratulating the Bearden High School boys basketball team upon the occasion of its first State Championship. (Requested by Council) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 9, 2019	Appropriate $8,300 from Community Improvement Fund to Metro Drug Coalition O-47-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $8,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Metro Drug Coalition to be utilized toward recovery housing.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Welch, Roberto, Singh-Perez, Rider, Campen, McKenzie and Stair) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 9, 2019	Appropriate $1,450 from Community Improvement Fund to East Tennessee Equality Council, Inc. O-46-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,450.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Equality Council, Inc. doing business as Knox Pride to be utilized toward increasing local marketing efforts.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Roberto, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 9, 2019	Appropriate $2,300 from Community Improvement Fund to Bike Walk Tennessee O-45-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Bike Walk Tennessee serving as fiscal agent on behalf of the Sutherland Avenue Open Streets Knoxville event.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Welch, Roberto, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 9, 2019	Appropriate $1,200 from Community Improvement Fund to North Knoxville Business and Professional Association O-44-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,200.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the North Knoxville Business and Professional Association to be utilized toward the Uptown North Broadway Bash event.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Feb 12, 2019	Award landscaping/maintenance contract to Patriot Lawn Maintenance, LLC R-57-2019 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Patriot Lawn Maintenance, LLC to provide landscaping and river walk maintenance at Suttree Landing Park for a total contract price not to exceed $65,000.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Feb 12, 2019	Award agreement to Charles Blalock & Sons for Baker Creek Preserve Bike Park R-52-2019 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Charles Blalock &Sons, Inc. to provide design and construction services for the Baker Creek Preserve Bike Park for an amount not to exceed $649,472.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Feb 12, 2019	Award $3,000 Neighborhood Small Grants to Edgewood Park Neighborhood Assoc. R-48-2019 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to award $3,000.00 in Neighborhood Small Grants Program funds to support community-building activities planned by Edgewood Park Neighborhood Association. (Requested by Community Development Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jan 29, 2019	Appropriate $5,000 for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission O-12-2019 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Relations Budget and donating same to the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission to be used toward the 37th annual King Week Celebration 2019. Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jan 29, 2019	Appropriate $500 for East TN Community Design Center for Vestal Gateway Park O-10-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Vestal Community Organization to be utilized toward the arched entrance at the Vestal Gateway Park. Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jan 29, 2019	Appropriate $1,800 for Friends of the Knox County Public Library O-9-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,800.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Friends of the Knox County Public Library to be utilized toward the 15th Annual Children's Festival of Reading. Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jan 29, 2019	Appropriate $3,300 for Centro Hispano de East Tennessee Kid's Corner Remodel O-8-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward the Kid's Corner Remodel project. Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jan 15, 2019	Appropriate $6,670 for Discovery Lab Global youth programs O-7-2019 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $6,670.00 from the Office of Community Relations "Save Our Sons" Budget and donating same to Discovery Lab Global to allow it to continue its programs of developing valuable technical and social skills for inner city youth.(Requested by Office of Community Relations) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jan 15, 2019	Appropriate $2,000 for Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School O-6-2019 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,000.00 from the Mayor's budget and donating same to assist the Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School in bringing Violins of Hope to Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jan 15, 2019	Appropriate $750 for Historic Fourth & Gill Neighborhood porch O-3-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $750.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Historic Fourth & Gill Neighborhood Organization to be utilized toward the restoration of the Neighborhood Center porch.(Requested by Councilmember Rider) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jan 15, 2019	Appropriate $1,100 for Cattywampus Puppet Council pageant O-2-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,100.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Community Shares, Inc., serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Cattywampus Puppet Council to be utilized toward the 3rd Annual Appalachian Puppet Pageant.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh-Perez, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jan 15, 2019	Appropriate $1,550 for Beaumont Magnet Academy Washington D.C. trip O-1-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,550.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Beaumont Magnet Academy to be utilized toward the 2019 Annual Washington D.C. trip.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders, Councilmembers Roberto, Singh-Perez, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 20, 2018	Approve agreement with THEVERYMANY, LLC for public art installation. R-397-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with THEVERYMANY, LLC for the creation and installation of public art at the City owned park located at the corner of Summit Hill Drive and South Gay Street for an amount not to exceed $500,000.00. Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	8-1-0-0	Split
Nov 20, 2018	Award $1.2M in Affordable Rental Funds to Housing Development Corp. R-391-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award $1,200,000.00 in Affordable Rental Development Funds to Knoxville’s Housing Development Corporation for the development of fifty-three affordable housing units for low-income seniors, to be located on Clifton Road and Chillicothe Street. Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Nov 20, 2018	Transfer real property to Housing Development Corp for senior housing. R-390-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver on behalf of the City of Knoxville all documents necessary to transfer to Knoxville's Housing Development Corporation several parcels of real property located on Clifton Road, Sanderson Road, and Chillicothe Street, at no cost, for the development of affordable rental housing for seniors. Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 28, 2018	Enter license agreement with State for Kuwahee Greenway construction R-317-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a license agreement with the State of Tennessee for the construction of a new Kuwahee Greenway along the north side of Neyland Drive from the UT Agricultural Campus to Joan Cronan Way.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018	Resolution authorizing project management for pool/tennis/playground repairs R-301-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to request the Public Building Authority to perform project management services related to three separate projects: (1) Ed Cothren Pool Resurfacing Repairs, (2) Fulton High School and Harriet Tubman Park Tennis Court Resurfacing Repairs, and (3) Harriet Tubman Park Clubhouse and Playground Addition, for a total amount for all three projects not to exceed $610,000.00. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018	Resolution authorizing project management for pool/tennis/playground repairs R-301-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to request the Public Building Authority to perform project management services related to three separate projects: (1) Ed Cothren Pool Resurfacing Repairs, (2) Fulton High School and Harriet Tubman Park Tennis Court Resurfacing Repairs, and (3) Harriet Tubman Park Clubhouse and Playground Addition, for a total amount for all three projects not to exceed $610,000.00. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018	Resolution authorizing agreement for playground at West Haven Rec Center R-300-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Bliss Products and Services, Inc. for the supply and installation of a new playground structure, ADA accessible ramp and ADA compliant engineered wood fiber surfacing at West Haven Recreation Center for an amount not to exceed $67,526.55.(Requested by Department of Parks Recreation) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Aug 14, 2018	Resolution authorizing agreement for playground at Milton Roberts Rec Center R-299-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with PlayCore Wisconsin d/b/a GameTime for the supply and installation of a new playground structure, ADA accessible ramp and ADA compliant engineered wood fiber surfacing at the Milton Roberts Recreation Center for an amount not to exceed $63,936.45.(Requested by Department of Parks Recreation) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 3, 2018	Acquire property for Northwest Greenway Connector Project R-248-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property in fee simple and for easements by purchase, or condemnation if necessary, within twelve tracts of real property for a total amount not to exceed $250,000.00 as part of the Northwest Greenway Connector Project. (Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks & Recreation) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 8, 2018	Approve agreement with Community Tectonics for Cal Johnson Center renovations. R-181-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Community Tectonics Architects, Inc. for professional design services and planning services for the renovations to the Cal Johnson Recreation Center for an amount not to exceed $47,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 8, 2018	Approve grant application for NRPA/Disney Play Spaces. R-180-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from National Recreation and Parks Association/Disney Play Spaces in the amount of $30,000.00 with a City match of $30,000.00 including in-kind services and local sponsorship.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Dept.) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 8, 2018	Approve Commercial Recreation Easement with TVA for Volunteer Landing Park. R-171-2018 — A Resolution approving an agreement between the City and Tennessee Valley Authority for a Commercial Recreation Easement for TVA Tract No. XTFL-139RE, which includes Volunteer Landing Park and the adjacent recreational facilities for a period of thirty years. (Requested by Department of Finance and Administration) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 8, 2018	Appropriate $10,000 for Febb and Harry Burn memorial statue fundraiser. O-60-2018 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $10,000.00 toward sponsorship of the fundraiser for the memorial statue honoring Febb and Harry Burn. (Requested by Administration) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 8, 2018	Appropriate $1,600 for Alliance for Better Nonprofits. O-59-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,600.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Alliance for Better Nonprofits to be utilized toward their mission of serving upper East Tennessee nonprofits.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh-Perez, and Campen) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 8, 2018	Appropriate $1,600 for Knoxville Children's Theatre lighting equipment. O-58-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,600.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Children's Theatre, Inc. to be utilized toward lighting equipment for the technical design program.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Welch, Roberto, and Campen) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018	Authorize agreement for conservation of Mayor portraits R-165-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Andrew Hurst to perform conservation and restoration to all oil and photographic portraits of Knoxville Mayors, including frames as needed, in an amount not to exceed $38,000.00. Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	8-1-0-0	Split
Apr 24, 2018	Authorize agreement for Fort Dickerson Parking Lot Improvement Project R-161-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for the Fort Dickerson Parking Lot Improvement Project for an amount not to exceed $1,770,305.15. Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018	Appreciate Aslan Foundation donation for Fort Dickerson Park entrance R-160-2018 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Aslan Foundation for its generous donation of up to $330,000.00 to design and construct an enhanced entranceway to Fort Dickerson Park at Augusta Avenue, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation. Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018	Authorize agreement with Barge Design Solutions for First Creek Greenway R-135-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for a First Creek Greenway connection project for an amount not to exceed $278,500.00.(Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks & Recreation) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018	Appropriate $500.00 to Centro Hispano for flooring replacement O-53-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward the flooring replacement project.(Requested by Councilmember Welch) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018	Appropriate $500.00 to Centro Hispano for flooring replacement O-52-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward the flooring replacement project.(Requested by Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018	Appropriate $500.00 to Knoxville Opera Company for education & outreach O-51-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Opera Company to be utilized toward the furtherance of certain efforts of their education & outreach programs.(Requested by Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018	Appropriate $1,300.00 to Bike Walk TN for Open Streets Knoxville event O-50-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating the same to Bike Walk Tennessee serving as Fiscal Agent on behalf of the Open Streets Knoxville event.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Rider and McKenzie) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018	Appropriate $1,000.00 to Chance House for "From Chains to Change" program O-48-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Chance House of East Tennessee to be utilized toward the "From Chains to Change" program.(Requested by Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Subgrantee agreement with HomeSource East TN for Homeownership Program R-215-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with HomeSource East Tennessee for $172,500.00 in CDBG-CV funds for support of the Homeownership Assistance Program.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Subgrantee agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for KnoxWorx R-214-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for an amount not to exceed $216,105.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds for the KnoxWorx Workforce Development Program.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for "Operation Backyard" R-213-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $262,050.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the Minor Home Repair Program "Operation Backyard."(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County CAC for CDBG funds R-212-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 in CDBG funds for the Emergency and Minor Home Repair Program.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Subgrantee agreement with East TN Community Design Center for CDBG funding R-211-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the East Tennessee Community Design Center to provide an amount not to exceed $55,000.00 in CDBG funding for conceptual design and technical assistance for community improvement projects.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Appropriate $4,200 from Community Improvement Fund to SEEED, Inc. O-86-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,200.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to SEEED, Inc. to be utilized toward the Construction and Weatherization Boot Camp.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Smith, Thomas, and Parker) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Appropriate $1,156 from Community Improvement Fund to UUNIK Academy O-85-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,156.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to UUNIK Academy, Inc. to be utilized toward the 2021 STEAMI Summer Institute project.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmember Parker) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Appropriate $500 from Community Improvement Fund to Girl Scout Council O-84-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Girl Scout Council of the Southern Appalachians, Inc. to be utilized toward program supplies for the Girl Scout Outreach Program.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh and Testerman) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Appropriate $3,073.87 from Community Improvement Fund to Legacy Parks Foundation O-83-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,073.87 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Legacy Parks Foundation acting as fiscal agent on behalf of South Woodlawn Neighborhood Association to be utilized toward welcome signs.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Singh, Rider, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Appropriate $1,250 from Community Improvement Fund to Knox Heritage O-82-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knox Heritage, Inc. to be utilized toward a UV protective coating to studio and gallery skylights.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh, Rider, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Appropriate $4,150 from Community Improvement Fund to The Mend House O-81-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to The Mend House Sober Living Community for Men to be utilized toward operating expenses.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Singh, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Appropriate $4,600 from Community Improvement Fund to West Hills Elementary O-80-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,600.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to West Hills Elementary School Wolf Pack Foundation to be utilized toward an all-inclusive playground.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Appropriate $4,450 from Community Improvement Fund to Metro Drug Coalition O-79-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,450.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Metro Drug Coalition to be utilized toward the Recovery Housing Fund.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Appropriate $6,150 from Community Improvement Fund to Fulton High School O-78-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $6,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Fulton High School to be utilized toward purchase and repair of athletic equipment.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Singh, Rider, Thomas, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Appropriate $3,200 from Community Improvement Fund to Canvas Can Do Miracles O-77-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,200.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Canvas Can Do Miracles to be utilized toward operating expenses.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 29, 2021

Appropriate $3,750 from Community Improvement Fund to Knox Education Foundation O-76-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,750.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knox Education Foundation to be utilized toward the Community School initiative.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Singh, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 18, 2021

Resolution appreciating Legacy Parks Foundation's donation of land and authorizing acceptance R-156-2021 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Legacy Parks Foundation for the donation of 53.86 Acres on the north side of Sharps Ridge and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 20, 2021

Authorize Mayor to lease Dr. E. V. Davidson Recreation Center pool to Emerald Youth Foundation R-126-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement to lease the pool facilities at the Dr. E. V. Davidson Recreation Center located at 3124 Wilson Avenue to Emerald Youth Foundation for serving the youth of Knoxville.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 20, 2021

Authorize Mayor to license agreement with State of Tennessee for Downtown PetSafe Dog Park R-125-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a license agreement with the State of Tennessee allowing the continued use of the Downtown PetSafe Dog Park.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Mar 9, 2021

Amend contract for Fort Kid Playground Project design services R-76-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No C-20-0052 with Hedstrom Landscape Architecture to provide design services for the Fort Kid Playground Project, increasing the contract amount by $38,600.00 for a new total contract amount of $68,200.00 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2021.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Mar 9, 2021

MOU with Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for land purchase R-72-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Appalachian Mountain Bike Club providing that the City pay an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 toward the purchase of 28 acres of property to expand the William Hastie Natural Area in the Urban Wilderness, and expressing appreciation for the donation of property to the City.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Mar 9, 2021

Authorize lease with Legacy Parks Foundation for boat launch R-71-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a lease agreement with Legacy Parks Foundation for water access at Bicentennial Park for a non-motorized boat launch.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Feb 23, 2021

Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Ace Miller Golden Gloves for boxing program R-57-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ace Miller Golden Gloves Charities, Inc. to provide an amateur boxing program for an amount not to exceed Seventy-Five Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($75,000.00) annually.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jan 26, 2021

Authorize agreement with Salvation Army for partitions at Bridge of Hope R-25-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Salvation Army, Knoxville Area Command to provide an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 for the purchase and installation of physical partitions at the Bridge of Hope Men’s Transitional Housing Program, as part of the City's response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

7-0-2-0

Dec 15, 2020

Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept USTA grant for West Hills Park tennis courts R-365-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant donation up to $81,000.00 from the United States Tennis Association (USTA), USTA Southern Section and USTA Tennessee, to help offset the costs of the construction of four (4) new tennis courts at West Hills Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Dec 15, 2020

Express appreciation to Boyd Foundation and accept $250k donation for dog parks R-364-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Boyd Foundation for the donation of $250,000.00 toward the construction of five (5) new dog parks within the City of Knoxville and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 17, 2020

Emergency Ordinance: appropriate $400 to Project Grad for Thanksgiving baskets O-171-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $400.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Project Grad to provide ten Thanksgiving baskets for disadvantaged Austin East High School students and their families.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Oct 20, 2020

Execute partnership agreement with Tennessee RiverLine R-300-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a partnership agreement with the Tennessee RiverLine to offer economic opportunities and public health benefits to communities, urban and rural, and enhance the stewardship of the Tennessee River Landscape for an amount not to exceed $750.00 annually from the Parks and Recreation Grants and Benevolence Fund.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Oct 20, 2020

Execute amendment to Lakeshore Park Conservancy management agreement R-299-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a First Amendment to the Second Amended and Restated Management Agreement with Lakeshore Park Conservancy adopting and approving the 2020 Master Plan prepared by Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Oct 20, 2020

Amend smoking regulations on City-owned playgrounds O-152-2020 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 20, Article III, Sections 20-52 and 20-61 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to smoking on the grounds of City-owned playgrounds.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Oct 6, 2020

Resolution: Donation Agreement with BCBST for Morningside Park improvements R-293-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Donation Agreement and to execute any other documents necessary with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation for the donation of playground equipment, park upgrades, and related maintenance services at Morningside Park valuing approximately $5,520,000.00 and to express the City's appreciation and gratitude for said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Oct 6, 2020

Resolution: Name part of Morningside Park "BlueCross Healthy Place" R-292-2020 — A Resolution to add the name "BlueCross Healthy Place at Morningside Park" to a portion of Morningside Park.(Requested by Chairperson Rider and Vice Mayor McKenzie) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

7-2-0-0

Split

Oct 6, 2020

Resolution: Appreciate Kingston Pike-Sequoyah Hills Assoc for Panther Fountain R-290-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Kingston Pike-Sequoyah Hills Association for its donation of all design plans, materials, supplies, and labor to fully repair and restore Panther Fountain, located within City property at the intersection of Talahi Drive and Taliluna Avenue, and authorizing the City to enter into a Limited Use Agreement with the neighborhood association in order to proceed with the project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Oct 6, 2020

Resolution: Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for housing R-285-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center, Inc. to award an amount not to exceed $1,440,000.00 from the Affordable Rental Development Fund for the development of 48 affordable housing units for very low income households to be located at 1501 East Fifth Avenue.(Requested by Community Development Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Sep 22, 2020

Resolution expressing appreciation to Knox County Health Department for donation of outdoor fitness equipment R-276-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Knox County Health Department for the donation, with an estimated value of $55,000.00, of outdoor fitness equipment and installation at Danny Mayfield Park and Paul Hogue Park, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

8-0-0-1

Unanimous

Sep 22, 2020

Resolution expressing appreciation to 2K Foundations for donation to Cal Johnson Park R-275-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to 2K Foundations for the donation of improvements at Cal Johnson Park with an estimated cost of $100,000.00, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

8-0-0-1

Unanimous

Aug 11, 2020

Appropriate $1,500 to Alliance House for Zoom calls O-116-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Alliance House Community Coalition to be utilized toward bi-monthly Zoom calls.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Amend agreement with National Building Service for park restroom janitorial services R-220-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the current agreement C-18-0119 with National Building Service for outdoor restroom janitorial services located at numerous park facilities within the city limits to include daily cleaning services due to COVID-19, at an additional cost of $1,900.00 a month, as needed, for six (6) months, for a total monthly price not to exceed $6,129.58.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Appropriate $5,175 from Parks and Recreation to Fountain City Lions Club O-112-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,175.00 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 Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 14, 2020

Resolution authorizing agreement with Gulf Source Security Systems for Parks & Rec security R-203-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gulf Source Security Systems, LLC d/b/a Signal 88 Security to provide security services for the Parks and Recreation Department for a contract price not to exceed $89,031.00 per year, and to provide security services as needed for special events and City sponsored basketball games at the rate of $18.45 per hour, for a total contract price not to exceed $281,000.00 annually.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Resolution to apply for and accept grant for tree purchase and installation R-180-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the Tennessee Division of Forestry to receive funding for the purchase and installation of trees in an amount not to exceed $20,000.00 with a City match of $20,000.00 and authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept such a grant.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Resolution for agreement with SCU Bus Lines for Parks and Recreation transportation R-178-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with SCU Bus Lines, LLC, to provide transportation services to participants in various programs sponsored by the City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department for a total contract amount not to exceed $50,000.00 per year.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Emergency ordinance to amend O-24-2020, donating $1,000 for Library Summer Club 12-f — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Ordinance O-24-2020, appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Friends of the Knox County Public Library to be Utilized toward the Annual Children's Festival of Reading, to allow use of said funds for an adapted 2020 Summer Library Club.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Rider, and Fugate) Parks & community Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 16, 2020

Emergency ordinance to appropriate $529 to Childhelp, Inc. for at-risk children 12-g — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $529.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Childhelp, Inc. to be utilized toward serving at-risk, neglected, and abused children in the Knoxville community.(Requested by Councilmember Fugate) Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 16, 2020

Emergency ordinance to appropriate $1,000 to Friends of Literacy for Family Literacy Program 12-h — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Friends of Literacy, Inc. to be utilized toward the purchase of books for the Family Literacy Program.(Requested by Councilmember Thomas) Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 16, 2020

Emergency ordinance to appropriate $1,600 to Three3, Inc. for police-community survey 12-i — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,600.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Three3, Inc. to be utilized toward conducting a survey of relationships between police and the community.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Thomas, and Parker) Public safety Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 16, 2020

Emergency ordinance to appropriate $3,150 to Youth Outreach STEM for K-6 programs 12-j — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Youth Outreach in Science Technology Engineering and Math to be utilized toward Saturday community sessions for grades K-6.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Robert, Rider, Thomas, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 16, 2020

Emergency ordinance to appropriate $2,756 to Keep Knoxville Beautiful for creek cleanups 12-k — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,756 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Keep Knoxville Beautiful, Inc. toward litter cleanups along Knoxville creeks.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Thomas, and Testerman) Parks & community Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 16, 2020

Emergency ordinance to appropriate $1,000 to Bridge Refugee Services for resettled households 12-l — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Bridge Refugee Services, Inc. to be utilized toward assisting two households recently resettled in Knoxville.(Requested by Councilmember Thomas) Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 16, 2020

Emergency ordinance to appropriate $5,250 to Chilhowee Intermediate School for playspace 12-m — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $5,250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Chilhowee Intermediate School to be utilized toward creating an outdoor playspace.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Rider, Thomas, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Parks & community Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 16, 2020

Emergency ordinance to appropriate $4,300 to Centro Hispano for Spanish classes 12-n — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $4,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward Spanish classes at South Knoxville Elementary.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Testerman, and Parker) Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 16, 2020

Emergency ordinance to appropriate $3,650 to UUNIK Academy for STEAMI Summer Institute 12-o — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,650.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to UUNIK Academy, Inc. to be utilized toward the STEAMI Summer Institute project.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Testerman, and Parker) Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 16, 2020

Emergency ordinance to appropriate $1,150 to Community Shares for Next Step Initiative 12-p — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,150.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating the same to Community Shares, Inc., serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Next Step Initiative to be utilized toward ongoing outreach and equipment needs.(Requested by Councilmembers Rider and Thomas) Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 2, 2020

Authorize application and acceptance of AARP Community Challenge Grant for William Powell Park R-165-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept an AARP Community Challenge Grant to provide park improvements at William Powell Park in an amount not to exceed $40,000.00 with no matching funds from the City.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 5, 2020

Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Goodwill Industries for recycling services R-137-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Goodwill Industries - Knoxville, Inc. to provide all personnel, materials, equipment and supervision necessary to provide recycling maintenance, customer assistance and educational services at five (5) area locations throughout the City for an annual contract price not to exceed $112,961.27.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 5, 2020

Authorize Mayor to execute easement with VVI Project for Holston Building encroachment R-131-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an easement agreement with VVI Project, LLC allowing improvements to the Holston Building to encroach into the Krutch Park Extension.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 21, 2020

Authorize agreement with Ijams Nature Center for waterway cleaning R-117-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ijams Nature Center to provide trash and debris removal services for the waterways from Forks of the River to the end of Sequoyah Park for an amount not to exceed $41,400.00 annually.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 21, 2020

Authorize Mayor to award $642,752 in Historic Preservation Grants R-110-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award an amount not to exceed $642,752.00 in Historic Preservation Grant awards to support property improvements to eligible historic properties within the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Community Development Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

7-1-1-0

Split

Apr 21, 2020

Appropriate $15000 and donate to Penultimate Development for leadership program O-60-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $15,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Penultimate Development to be utilized toward its Penult Leadership Development program.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 21, 2020

Appropriate $10000 and donate to Freedom Village of Hope for summer programs O-59-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $10,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Freedom Village of Hope as fiscal agent for the East Tennessee Freedom Schools program to host summer enrichment programs.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 21, 2020

Appropriate $6000 and donate to YoSTEM for gSTEM program O-58-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $6,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Youth Outreach in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (YoSTEM) to be utilized toward its Girls in STEM (gSTEM) program.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 21, 2020

Appropriate $1000 and donate to Next Step Initiative for family support O-57-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Next Step Initiative through its fiscal agent Community Shares to be utilized toward a series of activities to support children and families from Montgomery Village.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 21, 2020

Appropriate $2000 and donate to East Tennessee Community Design Center for software/repairs O-53-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. to be utilized toward Vectorworks software updates and plotter repairs.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Rider, Thomas, and Fugate) Parks & community Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Apr 21, 2020

Appropriate $821 and donate to Dogwood Elementary for playground O-54-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $821.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Dogwood Elementary School to be utilized toward costs required to update and expand its playground.(Requested by Councilmember Fugate) Schools Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Apr 21, 2020

Appropriate $700 and donate to East Tennessee Community Design Center for park plan O-55-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $700.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Forest Heights Neighborhood Association to be utilized toward Forest Heights pocket park master plan development.(Requested by Councilmember Roberto) Parks & community Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Mar 10, 2020

Approve agreement with Southern Grounds Landscaping for Lakeshore Park. R-81-2020 — l. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Grounds Landscaping to provide mowing and turf maintenance for Lakeshore Park within the City of Knoxville for a total contract price not to exceed $80,000.00. Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

8-1-0-0

Split

Mar 10, 2020

Accept $200k donation from Thomas Boyd for Fort Kid Renovation Project. R-75-2020 — f. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a memorandum of understanding between the City, the Public Building Authority, the Knoxville Museum of Art, and Thomas Boyd, to accept a $200,000.00 donation from Mr. Boyd, and to express appreciation to Mr. Boyd for the same, all as part of the Fort Kid Renovation Project. Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jan 14, 2020

Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. R-10-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $189,120.00 to provide construction administration services for the Urban Wilderness Gateway Project.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Sep 10, 2019

Resolution for landscape design services at Cradle of Country Music Park. R-302-2019 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Surface 678, PA for an amount not to exceed $44,000.00 for professional landscape design services associated with the installation of the public art piece at the Cradle of Country Music Park. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

8-1-0-0

Split

Sep 10, 2019

Resolution amending contract for public art at Cradle of Country Music Park. R-301-2019 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-19-0065 with THEVERYMANY, LLC for installation of public art at the Cradle of Country Music Park, increasing the contract amount by $60,000.00 for a new contract total of $560,000.00.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

8-1-0-0

Split

May 21, 2019

Extend lease with Legacy Parks Foundation for Bicentennial Park R-178-2019 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a lease amendment with Legacy Parks Foundation to extend the lease of premises adjacent to Bicentennial Park for a period of six months in order to allow the parties to negotiate a new lease.(Requested by Administration) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 9, 2019

Honor Bearden High School boys basketball team for State Championship R-115-2019 — A Resolution honoring and congratulating the Bearden High School boys basketball team upon the occasion of its first State Championship. (Requested by Council) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 9, 2019

Appropriate $8,300 from Community Improvement Fund to Metro Drug Coalition O-47-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $8,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Metro Drug Coalition to be utilized toward recovery housing.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Welch, Roberto, Singh-Perez, Rider, Campen, McKenzie and Stair) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 9, 2019

Appropriate $1,450 from Community Improvement Fund to East Tennessee Equality Council, Inc. O-46-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,450.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Equality Council, Inc. doing business as Knox Pride to be utilized toward increasing local marketing efforts.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Roberto, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 9, 2019

Appropriate $2,300 from Community Improvement Fund to Bike Walk Tennessee O-45-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Bike Walk Tennessee serving as fiscal agent on behalf of the Sutherland Avenue Open Streets Knoxville event.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Welch, Roberto, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 9, 2019

Appropriate $1,200 from Community Improvement Fund to North Knoxville Business and Professional Association O-44-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,200.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the North Knoxville Business and Professional Association to be utilized toward the Uptown North Broadway Bash event.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Feb 12, 2019

Award landscaping/maintenance contract to Patriot Lawn Maintenance, LLC R-57-2019 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Patriot Lawn Maintenance, LLC to provide landscaping and river walk maintenance at Suttree Landing Park for a total contract price not to exceed $65,000.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Feb 12, 2019

Award agreement to Charles Blalock & Sons for Baker Creek Preserve Bike Park R-52-2019 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Charles Blalock &Sons, Inc. to provide design and construction services for the Baker Creek Preserve Bike Park for an amount not to exceed $649,472.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Feb 12, 2019

Award $3,000 Neighborhood Small Grants to Edgewood Park Neighborhood Assoc. R-48-2019 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to award $3,000.00 in Neighborhood Small Grants Program funds to support community-building activities planned by Edgewood Park Neighborhood Association. (Requested by Community Development Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jan 29, 2019

Appropriate $5,000 for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission O-12-2019 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Relations Budget and donating same to the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission to be used toward the 37th annual King Week Celebration 2019. Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jan 29, 2019

Appropriate $500 for East TN Community Design Center for Vestal Gateway Park O-10-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Vestal Community Organization to be utilized toward the arched entrance at the Vestal Gateway Park. Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jan 29, 2019

Appropriate $1,800 for Friends of the Knox County Public Library O-9-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,800.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Friends of the Knox County Public Library to be utilized toward the 15th Annual Children's Festival of Reading. Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jan 29, 2019

Appropriate $3,300 for Centro Hispano de East Tennessee Kid's Corner Remodel O-8-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $3,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward the Kid's Corner Remodel project. Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jan 15, 2019

Appropriate $6,670 for Discovery Lab Global youth programs O-7-2019 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $6,670.00 from the Office of Community Relations "Save Our Sons" Budget and donating same to Discovery Lab Global to allow it to continue its programs of developing valuable technical and social skills for inner city youth.(Requested by Office of Community Relations) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jan 15, 2019

Appropriate $2,000 for Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School O-6-2019 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,000.00 from the Mayor's budget and donating same to assist the Stanford Eisenberg Knoxville Jewish Day School in bringing Violins of Hope to Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jan 15, 2019

Appropriate $750 for Historic Fourth & Gill Neighborhood porch O-3-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $750.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to the Historic Fourth & Gill Neighborhood Organization to be utilized toward the restoration of the Neighborhood Center porch.(Requested by Councilmember Rider) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jan 15, 2019

Appropriate $1,100 for Cattywampus Puppet Council pageant O-2-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,100.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Community Shares, Inc., serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Cattywampus Puppet Council to be utilized toward the 3rd Annual Appalachian Puppet Pageant.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh-Perez, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jan 15, 2019

Appropriate $1,550 for Beaumont Magnet Academy Washington D.C. trip O-1-2019 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,550.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Beaumont Magnet Academy to be utilized toward the 2019 Annual Washington D.C. trip.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders, Councilmembers Roberto, Singh-Perez, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 20, 2018

Approve agreement with THEVERYMANY, LLC for public art installation. R-397-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with THEVERYMANY, LLC for the creation and installation of public art at the City owned park located at the corner of Summit Hill Drive and South Gay Street for an amount not to exceed $500,000.00. Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

8-1-0-0

Split

Nov 20, 2018

Award $1.2M in Affordable Rental Funds to Housing Development Corp. R-391-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award $1,200,000.00 in Affordable Rental Development Funds to Knoxville’s Housing Development Corporation for the development of fifty-three affordable housing units for low-income seniors, to be located on Clifton Road and Chillicothe Street. Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Nov 20, 2018

Transfer real property to Housing Development Corp for senior housing. R-390-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and deliver on behalf of the City of Knoxville all documents necessary to transfer to Knoxville's Housing Development Corporation several parcels of real property located on Clifton Road, Sanderson Road, and Chillicothe Street, at no cost, for the development of affordable rental housing for seniors. Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 28, 2018

Enter license agreement with State for Kuwahee Greenway construction R-317-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a license agreement with the State of Tennessee for the construction of a new Kuwahee Greenway along the north side of Neyland Drive from the UT Agricultural Campus to Joan Cronan Way.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 14, 2018

Resolution authorizing project management for pool/tennis/playground repairs R-301-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to request the Public Building Authority to perform project management services related to three separate projects: (1) Ed Cothren Pool Resurfacing Repairs, (2) Fulton High School and Harriet Tubman Park Tennis Court Resurfacing Repairs, and (3) Harriet Tubman Park Clubhouse and Playground Addition, for a total amount for all three projects not to exceed $610,000.00. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 14, 2018

Resolution authorizing project management for pool/tennis/playground repairs R-301-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to request the Public Building Authority to perform project management services related to three separate projects: (1) Ed Cothren Pool Resurfacing Repairs, (2) Fulton High School and Harriet Tubman Park Tennis Court Resurfacing Repairs, and (3) Harriet Tubman Park Clubhouse and Playground Addition, for a total amount for all three projects not to exceed $610,000.00. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 14, 2018

Resolution authorizing agreement for playground at West Haven Rec Center R-300-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Bliss Products and Services, Inc. for the supply and installation of a new playground structure, ADA accessible ramp and ADA compliant engineered wood fiber surfacing at West Haven Recreation Center for an amount not to exceed $67,526.55.(Requested by Department of Parks Recreation) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Aug 14, 2018

Resolution authorizing agreement for playground at Milton Roberts Rec Center R-299-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with PlayCore Wisconsin d/b/a GameTime for the supply and installation of a new playground structure, ADA accessible ramp and ADA compliant engineered wood fiber surfacing at the Milton Roberts Recreation Center for an amount not to exceed $63,936.45.(Requested by Department of Parks Recreation) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 3, 2018

Acquire property for Northwest Greenway Connector Project R-248-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property in fee simple and for easements by purchase, or condemnation if necessary, within twelve tracts of real property for a total amount not to exceed $250,000.00 as part of the Northwest Greenway Connector Project. (Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks & Recreation) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 8, 2018

Approve agreement with Community Tectonics for Cal Johnson Center renovations. R-181-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Community Tectonics Architects, Inc. for professional design services and planning services for the renovations to the Cal Johnson Recreation Center for an amount not to exceed $47,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 8, 2018

Approve grant application for NRPA/Disney Play Spaces. R-180-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from National Recreation and Parks Association/Disney Play Spaces in the amount of $30,000.00 with a City match of $30,000.00 including in-kind services and local sponsorship.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Dept.) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 8, 2018

Approve Commercial Recreation Easement with TVA for Volunteer Landing Park. R-171-2018 — A Resolution approving an agreement between the City and Tennessee Valley Authority for a Commercial Recreation Easement for TVA Tract No. XTFL-139RE, which includes Volunteer Landing Park and the adjacent recreational facilities for a period of thirty years. (Requested by Department of Finance and Administration) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 8, 2018

Appropriate $10,000 for Febb and Harry Burn memorial statue fundraiser. O-60-2018 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $10,000.00 toward sponsorship of the fundraiser for the memorial statue honoring Febb and Harry Burn. (Requested by Administration) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 8, 2018

Appropriate $1,600 for Alliance for Better Nonprofits. O-59-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,600.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Alliance for Better Nonprofits to be utilized toward their mission of serving upper East Tennessee nonprofits.(Requested by Councilmembers Roberto, Singh-Perez, and Campen) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 8, 2018

Appropriate $1,600 for Knoxville Children's Theatre lighting equipment. O-58-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,600.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Children's Theatre, Inc. to be utilized toward lighting equipment for the technical design program.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Welch, Roberto, and Campen) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 24, 2018

Authorize agreement for conservation of Mayor portraits R-165-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Andrew Hurst to perform conservation and restoration to all oil and photographic portraits of Knoxville Mayors, including frames as needed, in an amount not to exceed $38,000.00. Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

8-1-0-0

Split

Apr 24, 2018

Authorize agreement for Fort Dickerson Parking Lot Improvement Project R-161-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for the Fort Dickerson Parking Lot Improvement Project for an amount not to exceed $1,770,305.15. Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 24, 2018

Appreciate Aslan Foundation donation for Fort Dickerson Park entrance R-160-2018 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Aslan Foundation for its generous donation of up to $330,000.00 to design and construct an enhanced entranceway to Fort Dickerson Park at Augusta Avenue, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation. Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 10, 2018

Authorize agreement with Barge Design Solutions for First Creek Greenway R-135-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for a First Creek Greenway connection project for an amount not to exceed $278,500.00.(Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks & Recreation) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 10, 2018

Appropriate $500.00 to Centro Hispano for flooring replacement O-53-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward the flooring replacement project.(Requested by Councilmember Welch) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 10, 2018

Appropriate $500.00 to Centro Hispano for flooring replacement O-52-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward the flooring replacement project.(Requested by Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 10, 2018

Appropriate $500.00 to Knoxville Opera Company for education & outreach O-51-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Opera Company to be utilized toward the furtherance of certain efforts of their education & outreach programs.(Requested by Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 10, 2018

Appropriate $1,300.00 to Bike Walk TN for Open Streets Knoxville event O-50-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating the same to Bike Walk Tennessee serving as Fiscal Agent on behalf of the Open Streets Knoxville event.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Rider and McKenzie) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Apr 10, 2018

Appropriate $1,000.00 to Chance House for "From Chains to Change" program O-48-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Chance House of East Tennessee to be utilized toward the "From Chains to Change" program.(Requested by Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Every recorded decision