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Every recorded decision

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

Dec 19, 2017
Rezone property on Moss Grove Blvd from PC-1 to C-6 O-286-2017 — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Moss Grove Boulevard, south of Kingston Pike, from PC-1 (Retail and Office Park) to C-6 (General Commercial Park) District, subject to one condition, Tim Dwyer, Leesman Engineering, Applicant (MPC approved 14-1) (MPC File No. 10-J-17-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2017
Close unnamed alley from W. Emerald Ave to W. Oldham Ave O-285-2017 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from West Emerald Avenue to West Oldham Avenue, subject to one condition, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, North Knoxville Baptist Church, Applicant. (MPC Approved 15-0) (File No. 11-A-17-AC) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2017
Confirm appointment of Jason E. Legg to Public Building Authority Board R-421-2017 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Jason E. Legg to the Board of the Public Building Authority.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2017
Confirm reappointment of Linda Gay Blanc to City Pension Board R-420-2017 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Linda Gay Blanc to the City Pension Board.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2017
Confirm appointments to Golf Course Advisory Committee R-419-2017 — A Resolution confirming the appointments of Sheryl Ely and Chad Weth to the Knoxville City Golf Course Advisory Committee.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2017
Confirm reappointments and appointments to Knoxville Tree Board R-418-2017 — A Resolution confirming the reappointments of Dale Madden, Craig Walker and Thomas Welborn and the appointments of Jenny Arthur, Andrew Caylor and Daniel Steinhoff to the Knoxville Tree Board.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2017
Elect Adrienne Simpson-Brown to Knoxville Utilities Board R-417-2017 — A Resolution electing Adrienne Simpson-Brown to the Knoxville Utilities Board of Commissioners.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2017
Confirm reappointments to Knoxville Animal Control Board R-416-2017 — A Resolution confirming the reappointments of Sarah Glass, Ronnie Nease, Karen Pappas and Dr. Marcy Souza to the Knoxville Animal Control Board.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2017
Confirm reappointment of Michael C. Thomas to Better Building Board R-415-2017 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Michael C. Thomas to the Better Building Board of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Rogero) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2017
Approve appointment of Audit Committee members R-414-2017 — A Resolution approving the appointment of the members of City Council's Audit Committee.(Requested by Vice Mayor) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2017
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Alcoa Highway Liquors liquor license renewal R-413-2017 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Alcoa Highway Liquors, relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Finance Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 19, 2017
Approval of minutes from previous meetings Tuesday, December 05, 2017 Saturday, December 16, 2017
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Rezone property to General Commercial district 10-E-17-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the east side of N. Broadway, southwest of Rennoc Road, from O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District, Arthur Seymour Jr., Applicant (MPC approved 13-0) (MPC File No. 10-E-17-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Rezone property to General Commercial district 10-I-17-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northeast side of Old Broadway, southwest side of N. Broadway, northwest of Tazewell Pike, from SC-1 (Neighborhood Shopping Center) and C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District, Deanna Alexi and Chris Pollock, Applicants. (MPC approved 12-0) (MPC File No. 10-I-17-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Rezone property to General Industrial district 10-K-17-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Anderson Road, northeast of Beverly Road, from O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District to I-3 (General Industrial) District, subject to 2 conditions, Pro-Mark, Inc, Applicant (MPC approved 12-0) (MPC File No. 10-K-17-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Amend One Year Plan to Light Industrial 10-E-17-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Pro-Mark, Inc. for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Office to Light Industrial for property located on the northwest side of Anderson Road, northeast of Beverly Road. (MPC Approved 12-0) (File No. 10-E-17-PA) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Amend North City Sector Plan to Light Industrial 10-E-17-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Pro-Mark, Inc. for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Office to Light Industrial for property located on the northwest side of Anderson Road, northeast of Beverly Road. (MPC Approved 12-0) (File No. 10-E-17-SP) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Rezone property to General Commercial district 10-B-17-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the south side of Kingston Pike, east of Wellington Drive, from C-4 (Highway and Arterial Commercial) and O-3 (Office Park) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District, Tim Hill, Hatcher-Hill EC, LLC, Applicant (MPC approved 13-0) (MPC File No. 10-B-17-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Amend One Year Plan to General Commercial 10-B-17-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Tim Hill, Hatcher-Hill EC, LLC for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Office to General Commercial on the south side of Kingston Pike, east of Wellington Drive. (MPC Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-B-17-PA) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Amend West City Sector Plan to General Commercial 10-B-17-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Tim Hill, Hatcher-Hill EC, LLC for an amendment to the West City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to General Commercial on the south side of Kingston Pike, east of Wellington Drive. (MPC Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-B-17-SP) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Close unnamed alley 10-A-17-AC — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from W. Glenwood Avenue to Harvey Street, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Bob Whetsel, Applicant. (MPC Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-A-17-AC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Close portion of Campbell Avenue 10-B-17-SC — An Ordinance to close a portion of Campbell Avenue from S. Kentucky Street to the eastern terminus at First Creek, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Knoxville Utilities Board, Applicant. (MPC Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-B-17-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Close portion of Hannah Avenue 10-A-17-SC — An Ordinance to close a portion of Hannah Avenue from Heins Street to the northwest terminus at I-40 right-of-way, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, A.G. Heins Company Inc., Applicant. (MPC Approved 13-0) (File No. 10-A-17-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Extend time for compliance for alley closure An Ordinance to extend the time for compliance with conditions for closure of a portion of an unnamed alley from Twenty Second Street to S. Twenty First Street, Starboard Properties Four, LLC, Applicant, as approved by O-208-2016. (File No. 10-A-16-AC)(Requested by Law Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Rezone property to Retail and Office Park district 10-A-17-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the west side of Dowell Springs Boulevard, north side of Middlebrook Pike, from O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District to PC-1 (Retail and Office Park) District, DDC Dowell Springs, LLC, Applicant (MPC approved 12-0) (MPC File No. 10-A-17-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Amend One Year Plan from Office to General Commercial 10-A-17-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of DDC Dowell Springs LLC for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Office to General Commercial for property located on the west side of Dowell Springs Boulevard, north side of Middlebrook Pike. (MPC Approved 12-0) (File No. 10-A-17-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Amend Northwest County Sector Plan from Office to General Commercial 10-A-17-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of DDC Dowell Springs LLC for an amendment to the Northwest County Sector Plan from Office to General Commercial for property located on the west side of Dowell Springs Boulevard, north side of Middlebrook Pike. (MPC Approved 12-0) (File No. 10-A-17-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Rezone property to General Commercial district 10-F-17-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Old Callahan Drive, northeast of Clinton Highway, from PC-1 (Retail and Office Park) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District, Arthur Seymour Jr., Applicant (MPC approved 12-0) (MPC File No. 10-F-17-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Rezone property to General Commercial district 10-F-17-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Old Callahan Drive, northeast of Clinton Highway, from PC-1 (Retail and Office Park) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District, Arthur Seymour Jr., Applicant (MPC approved 12-0) (MPC File No. 10-F-17-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to amend:Failed —
Failed
Nov 7, 2017
Add article to establish regulations for Short Term Rentals An Ordinance to add a new article entitled "Short Term Rentals" to establish regulations for short term rental units. (MPC approved 11-2) (File No. 5-C-17-OA)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Nov 7, 2017
Rezone property with Historic Overlay and Design Guidelines Exhibit: 9-L-17-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property from multiple zoning districts to multiple zoning districts with H-1 (Historic Overlay) and Design Guidelines, property bounded generally by or located on East Glenwood Avenue from I-40 to Spruce Street; Washington Avenue from the Standard Knitting Mill Complex to N. Chestnut Street; Jefferson, Woodbine, and E. Fifth Avenue; and from the Standard Knitting Mill Complex to N. Cherry Street. MPC, Applicant (MPC approved 10-3) (MPC File No. 9-L-17-RZ) (Sixth District) (Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 6-3-0-0
Split
Nov 7, 2017
Amend and adopt Historic Design Guidelines for Edgewood-Park City District An Ordinance amending and adopting the Historic Design Guidelines for the existing Edgewood-Park City Historic District Zoning Overlay. (MPC approved 10-3) (File No. 9-A-17-OA) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Nov 7, 2017
Adopt East Knox Community Plan An Ordinance adopting the East Knox Community Plan which amends the 2010 East County Sector Plan and the General Plan 2033. MPC, Applicant, (MPC Approved 13-0) (File No. 7-A-17-CP) (Fourth District) (Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Amend code regarding wreckers and fees An Ordinance to amend Chapter 26, Article IV of the Knoxville City Code, regarding wreckers, to reflect a new charge for unlocking vehicles, to add a section regarding fees that may be charged for stolen vehicles towed to a wrecker company's lot, and to remove obsolete language. (Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Appropriate $25,000 to Helen Ross McNabb Center for Sexual Assault Center An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $25,000.00 from the Knoxville Police Department's general fund and donating same to the Helen Ross McNabb Center for essential services of the Sexual Assault Center of East Tennessee.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Appropriate $32,000 to Lakeshore Park for improvements An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $32,000.00 from Parks and Recreation Department funds and donating same to the non-profit Lakeshore Park organization to be utilized toward the continuing improvements to park buildings, grounds and public amenities.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Authorize grant application for KAT bus lifts R-381-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to provide funding in the amount of $225,000.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for IMPROVE Act Grant Assistance for fiscal year 2018, with a City match of up to $75,000.00 to purchase and install three (3) replacement in-ground bus lifts. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Authorize IDB to negotiate payments in lieu of taxes R-380-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from 200 Jennings, LLC & Tyson Court LLC payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to real property located at 200 Jennings Avenue (CLT 094DP001) and 814 Tyson Street (CLT 094DP002) and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Industrial Development Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated 7-53-305.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Authorize purchase of property for Blount Ave Streetscapes Project R-379-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to purchase property at 2001 Chapman Highway for $6,525.00 from Margaret Wayland and Mary Mitchell Goodman as part of the Blount Avenue Streetscapes Project.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Authorize agreement for appraisal services for Sevier Ave Improvements R-378-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Pipkin & Associates, LLC for an amount not to exceed $38,500.00 to provide appraisal services for the Sevier Avenue Improvements Project. (Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Authorize agreement for awnings to encroach into right-of-way R-377-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Limited Use Agreement with Orange Knoxville Cumberland, LLC to allow awnings on its proposed retail center and student housing project to encroach into the public right-of-way of Twenty-Second Street.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Authorize agreement for 2018 Sidewalk Replacement Project R-376-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ronald Franks Construction Company, LLC for an amount not to exceed $575,218.50 for the 2018 Sidewalk Replacement Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Request MPC to consider zoning change near Midway Rd & I-40 A Resolution respectfully requesting the Metropolitan Planning Commission to consider and make a recommendation to City Council regarding the possible change to the zoning classification of the properties in proximity to Midway Road and Interstate 40 from C-4 Highway and Arterial Commercial District to a Planned Development District, and, to the extent required, amending the One Year Comprehensive Development Plan and Zoning Plan for the City of Knoxville to amend the classification of all such property, if necessary.(Requested by Councilmember Nick Della Volpe)
Failed 2-7-0-0
Split Failed
Nov 7, 2017
Rezone property to Commercial/Floodway districts MPC File No. 10-H-17-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property from R-2 (General Residential), A-1 (General Agricultural) & F-1 (Floodway) Districts to C-4 (Highway and Arterial Commercial) & F-1 (Floodway) Districts, property located on the west side of Central Avenue Pike, north of Callahan Drive, Gary Koontz, Applicant, on appeal from a decision of MPC. (MPC File No. 10-H-17-RZ) (MPC denied 7-5) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to refer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Nov 7, 2017
Approve appeal to amend One Year Plan to Commercial/Floodway MPC File No. 10-D-17-PA — An Ordinance approving an appeal by Gary Koontz to amend the One Year Plan from Medium Density Residential, Low Density Residential & Floodway to General Commercial & Floodway, property located on the west side of Central Avenue Pike, north of Callahan Drive, Gary Koontz, Applicant, on appeal from a decision of MPC. (MPC File No. 10-D-17-PA) (MPC denied 7-5) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to refer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Nov 7, 2017
Confirm Jim Johnson to Public Property Naming Committee R-375-2017 — A Resolution confirming the nomination of Jim Johnson to serve as the Law Department representative to the Public Property Naming Committee. (Requested by Law Department) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Appropriate and donate $1,000 to Bike Walk TN for Open Streets event O-234-2017 — 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 Bike Walk Tennessee serving as fiscal agent on behalf of the Open Streets Knoxville event.(Requested by Councilmember Stair) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Appropriate and donate $1,300 to Veterans Heritage Site Foundation for sign O-233-2017 — 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 same to the Veterans Heritage Site Foundation to be utilized toward installation of a stone entrance sign.(Requested by Vice Mayor Grieve and Councilmembers Della Volpe, Campen, and Brown) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 7, 2017
Reorder ordinances on agenda Motion to: consider Ordinance 12-w after Ordinance 12-e
Adopted 5-4-0-0
Split
Nov 7, 2017
Approve minutes of previous meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the October 24th, 2017 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Appropriate $5,000 from Parks & Rec fund to Central High School Athletic Foundation An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grant and Benevolence Fund and donating same to the Central High School Athletic Foundation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract Design & Construction for SWTF compactor/drain ($239K) R-550-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $239,000.00 for the removal and replacement of Compactor #2 and replacement of the current trench drain grate system at the City of Knoxville Solid Waste Transfer Facility located at 1033 Elm Street.(Requested by Public Service Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to apply for/accept $960K ICAC grant from TN OCJP (4 yrs) R-549-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a four-year Internet Crimes Against Children grant in the amount of $960,000.00 from the Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs, with no required match, for the purpose of employing an organizational strategy to build new partnerships with entities and institutions that provide further technological assistance.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Approve annual budget for Central Business Improvement District FY 2016-2017 R-548-2016 — A Resolution approving the annual budget of the Central Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2016-2017.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to enter TN License Agreement for gateway sign project R-547-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a License Agreement with the State of Tennessee allowing the City to assist in installation of a gateway sign project at the intersection of State Route 1 (Rutledge Pike) with Timothy Avenue and Interstate 40, exit 392.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor amend C-13-0158 with Cannon & Cannon for Suttree Landing Park ($186,697.28) R-546-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a third amendment to agreement No. C- 13-0158 with Cannon & Cannon, Inc for additional professional engineering services associated with the Suttree Landing Park project in an amount not to exceed $186,697.28.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract Dunn & Metz for Sevier Ave. appraisal services ($26,000) R-545-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Dunn and Metz Appraisal Group for an amount not to exceed $26,000.00 to provide real estate appraisal services for the Sevier Avenue Improvements Project.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract Vaughn & Melton for Sevier Ave. ROW services ($181,562) R-544-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $181,562.00 to provide right-of- way acquisition services for the Sevier Avenue Improvements Project.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Amend C-15-0180 with Vaughn & Melton for Sevier Ave. project ($34,950 increase) R-543-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-15-0180 with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the Sevier Avenue Improvements Project, increasing the contract price by $34,950.00 for a new contract total of $342,045.00.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract Design & Construction for Ray Mears Blvd. Sidewalk ($146,189.25) R-542-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $146,189.25 for the Ray Mears Boulevard Sidewalk Improvements Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract McKinnon Construction for Gleason Dr. Sidewalk ($89,122.50) R-541-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with McKinnon Construction Co., LLC. for an amount not to exceed $89,122.50 for the Gleason Drive Sidewalk Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract with Jones Brothers, Inc. for Wilkerson Rd. Bridge ($323,809) R-540-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Jones Brothers, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $323,809.00 for the Wilkerson Road Bridge Replacement Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Acquire property for Grainger Ave. Bridge Project for up to $7,000 R-539-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by purchase, or condemnation if necessary, in fee simple as right-of-way, for permanent drainage easements and for temporary construction easements within three tracts of real property for a total amount not to exceed $7,000.00 as part of the Grainger Avenue Bridge Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to acquire property at 4909 Western Ave. ($45K) for pedestrian bridge R-538-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by purchase, or condemnation if necessary, in fee simple and for a temporary construction easement within certain real property located at 4909 Western Avenue for $45,000.00 as part of the Western Avenue Pedestrian Bridge Project.(Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Appreciate KFD donation of $16,857 for 'Learn Not To Burn' program R-537-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept and express appreciation to the Knoxville Fire Fighters Association for the donation of $16,857.00 to be used for the purchase of supplies for the Knoxville Fire Department's "Learn Not To Burn" program which educates children about fire safety.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize quitclaim deed to Althea Pope for 2000 Seminole Ave. property ($1,000) R-536-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Althea Pope, for one parcel of property located at 2000 Seminole Avenue, Parcel ID No. 095-FH-021, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the HOPE 3/Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $1,000.00.(Requested by Community Development Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Amend C-16-0433 with Catholic Charities for Columbus Home project ($10K additional) R-535-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amendment to Contract No. C-16-0433 with Catholic Charities of East Tennessee to provide an additional $10,000.00 in Empowerment Zone Program Income to meet a funding shortfall in the existing project for new flooring and a new laundry room at Columbus Home.(Requested by Community Development Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Appropriate $5,000 from Parks & Rec fund to Central High School Athletic Foundation An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grant and Benevolence Fund and donating same to the Central High School Athletic Foundation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract Design & Construction for SWTF compactor/drain ($239K) R-550-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $239,000.00 for the removal and replacement of Compactor #2 and replacement of the current trench drain grate system at the City of Knoxville Solid Waste Transfer Facility located at 1033 Elm Street.(Requested by Public Service Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to apply for/accept $960K ICAC grant from TN OCJP (4 yrs) R-549-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a four-year Internet Crimes Against Children grant in the amount of $960,000.00 from the Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs, with no required match, for the purpose of employing an organizational strategy to build new partnerships with entities and institutions that provide further technological assistance.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Approve CBID annual budget for FY 2016-2017 R-548-2016 — A Resolution approving the annual budget of the Central Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2016-2017.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to enter TN License Agreement for gateway sign project R-547-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a License Agreement with the State of Tennessee allowing the City to assist in installation of a gateway sign project at the intersection of State Route 1 (Rutledge Pike) with Timothy Avenue and Interstate 40, exit 392.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor amend C-13-0158 with Cannon & Cannon for Suttree Landing Park ($186,697.28) R-546-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a third amendment to agreement No. C- 13-0158 with Cannon & Cannon, Inc for additional professional engineering services associated with the Suttree Landing Park project in an amount not to exceed $186,697.28.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract Dunn & Metz for Sevier Ave. appraisal services ($26,000) R-545-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Dunn and Metz Appraisal Group for an amount not to exceed $26,000.00 to provide real estate appraisal services for the Sevier Avenue Improvements Project.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract Vaughn & Melton for Sevier Ave. ROW services ($181,562) R-544-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $181,562.00 to provide right-of- way acquisition services for the Sevier Avenue Improvements Project.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Amend C-15-0180 with Vaughn & Melton for Sevier Ave. project ($34,950 increase) R-543-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-15-0180 with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the Sevier Avenue Improvements Project, increasing the contract price by $34,950.00 for a new contract total of $342,045.00.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract with Design & Construction for Ray Mears Blvd. Sidewalk ($146,189.25) R-542-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $146,189.25 for the Ray Mears Boulevard Sidewalk Improvements Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract with McKinnon Construction for Gleason Dr. Sidewalk ($89,122.50) R-541-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with McKinnon Construction Co., LLC. for an amount not to exceed $89,122.50 for the Gleason Drive Sidewalk Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract with Jones Brothers, Inc. for Wilkerson Rd. Bridge ($323,809) R-540-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Jones Brothers, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $323,809.00 for the Wilkerson Road Bridge Replacement Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Acquire property for Grainger Ave. Bridge Project for up to $7,000 R-539-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by purchase, or condemnation if necessary, in fee simple as right-of-way, for permanent drainage easements and for temporary construction easements within three tracts of real property for a total amount not to exceed $7,000.00 as part of the Grainger Avenue Bridge Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Acquire 4909 Western Ave. property for $45K for Western Ave. Pedestrian Bridge R-538-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by purchase, or condemnation if necessary, in fee simple and for a temporary construction easement within certain real property located at 4909 Western Avenue for $45,000.00 as part of the Western Avenue Pedestrian Bridge Project.(Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Accept $16,857 donation from Fire Fighters Assoc. for 'Learn Not To Burn' program R-537-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept and express appreciation to the Knoxville Fire Fighters Association for the donation of $16,857.00 to be used for the purchase of supplies for the Knoxville Fire Department's "Learn Not To Burn" program which educates children about fire safety.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Quitclaim deed to Althea Pope for 2000 Seminole Ave. ($1,000 contract sales price) R-536-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Althea Pope, for one parcel of property located at 2000 Seminole Avenue, Parcel ID No. 095-FH-021, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the HOPE 3/Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $1,000.00.(Requested by Community Development Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Amend C-16-0433 with Catholic Charities for Columbus Home project ($10K additional) R-535-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amendment to Contract No. C-16-0433 with Catholic Charities of East Tennessee to provide an additional $10,000.00 in Empowerment Zone Program Income to meet a funding shortfall in the existing project for new flooring and a new laundry room at Columbus Home.(Requested by Community Development Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Appropriate $5,000 from Parks & Rec fund to Central High School Athletic Foundation An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grant and Benevolence Fund and donating same to the Central High School Athletic Foundation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract with Design & Construction for SWTF compactor/drain ($239K) R-550-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $239,000.00 for the removal and replacement of Compactor #2 and replacement of the current trench drain grate system at the City of Knoxville Solid Waste Transfer Facility located at 1033 Elm Street.(Requested by Public Service Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to apply for/accept $960K ICAC grant from TN OCJP (4 yrs) R-549-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a four-year Internet Crimes Against Children grant in the amount of $960,000.00 from the Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs, with no required match, for the purpose of employing an organizational strategy to build new partnerships with entities and institutions that provide further technological assistance.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Approve annual budget for Central Business Improvement District FY 2016-2017 R-548-2016 — A Resolution approving the annual budget of the Central Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2016-2017.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to enter license agreement with TN for gateway sign project R-547-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a License Agreement with the State of Tennessee allowing the City to assist in installation of a gateway sign project at the intersection of State Route 1 (Rutledge Pike) with Timothy Avenue and Interstate 40, exit 392.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor amend C-13-0158 with Cannon & Cannon for Suttree Landing Park ($186,697.28) R-546-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a third amendment to agreement No. C- 13-0158 with Cannon & Cannon, Inc for additional professional engineering services associated with the Suttree Landing Park project in an amount not to exceed $186,697.28.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract with Dunn & Metz for Sevier Ave. appraisal services ($26,000) R-545-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Dunn and Metz Appraisal Group for an amount not to exceed $26,000.00 to provide real estate appraisal services for the Sevier Avenue Improvements Project.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract with Vaughn & Melton for Sevier Ave. ROW services ($181,562) R-544-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $181,562.00 to provide right-of- way acquisition services for the Sevier Avenue Improvements Project.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Amend C-15-0180 with Vaughn & Melton for Sevier Ave. project, increase $34,950 to $342,045 R-543-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-15-0180 with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the Sevier Avenue Improvements Project, increasing the contract price by $34,950.00 for a new contract total of $342,045.00.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract with Design & Construction for Ray Mears Blvd. Sidewalk ($146,189.25) R-542-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $146,189.25 for the Ray Mears Boulevard Sidewalk Improvements Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract with McKinnon Construction for Gleason Dr. Sidewalk ($89,122.50) R-541-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with McKinnon Construction Co., LLC. for an amount not to exceed $89,122.50 for the Gleason Drive Sidewalk Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to contract with Jones Brothers, Inc. for Wilkerson Rd. Bridge ($323,809) R-540-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Jones Brothers, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $323,809.00 for the Wilkerson Road Bridge Replacement Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Acquire property for Grainger Ave. Bridge Project for up to $7,000 R-539-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by purchase, or condemnation if necessary, in fee simple as right-of-way, for permanent drainage easements and for temporary construction easements within three tracts of real property for a total amount not to exceed $7,000.00 as part of the Grainger Avenue Bridge Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize Mayor to acquire property at 4909 Western Ave. for $45K for pedestrian bridge R-538-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by purchase, or condemnation if necessary, in fee simple and for a temporary construction easement within certain real property located at 4909 Western Avenue for $45,000.00 as part of the Western Avenue Pedestrian Bridge Project.(Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Accept $16,857 donation from Fire Fighters Assoc. for 'Learn Not To Burn' program R-537-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept and express appreciation to the Knoxville Fire Fighters Association for the donation of $16,857.00 to be used for the purchase of supplies for the Knoxville Fire Department's "Learn Not To Burn" program which educates children about fire safety.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 20, 2016
Authorize quitclaim deed to Althea Pope for 2000 Seminole Ave. property ($1,000) R-536-2016 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Althea Pope, for one parcel of property located at 2000 Seminole Avenue, Parcel ID No. 095-FH-021, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the HOPE 3/Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $1,000.00.(Requested by Community Development Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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