City of Knoxville, TN City Council — Votes — Unanimous, year 2020

Meeting	Agenda item	Disposition	Tally	Badges
Jul 28, 2020	Authorize agreement with Galls, Inc. for online uniform purchasing for various departments R-223-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Galls, Inc. to provide on-line purchasing of uniform garments for the Public Service Department, Knoxville Area Transit, Engineering Department and Parks and Recreation Department at an estimated annual cost of $200,000.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Authorize agreement with Axon for KPD in-car and body camera system R-221-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. to provide the Knoxville Police Department with a Comprehensive In-Car and Body Camera Video Capture and Cloud Based Management System for 350 officers for a five year term at a cost not to exceed $4,923,125.70.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety 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	Authorize agreement with Dixie Roofing for Lakeshore Storage Building Roof Project R-219-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Dixie Roofing, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $56,238.18 for the Lakeshore Storage Building Roof Project.(Requested by Departments of Public Service and Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Authorize agreement with E. Cornell Malone for Loraine Street Heavy Shop Roof Project R-218-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with E. Cornell Malone Corporation for an amount not to exceed $108,449.00 for the Loraine Street Heavy Shop Roof Project.(Requested by Departments of Public Service and Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Amend contract with Barge Design Solutions for Old Broadway Sidewalk Project R-217-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No C-15-0199 with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for the Old Broadway Sidewalk Project, increasing the contract amount by $27,400.00 for a new total contract amount of $337,700.00 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2020.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Authorize Mayor to accept Travelers' proposal for City of Knoxville insurance coverage R-216-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept a proposal from Travelers for property, flood, earthquake, and boiler and machinery insurance coverage for the City of Knoxville for an approximate annual premium of $316,093.00.(Requested by Department of Employee Benefits and Risk Management) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Authorize application and acceptance of COVID-19 supplemental funding from THDA R-215-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a COVID-19 Supplemental Funding to Continuums of Care award of $50,000.00 from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency, with no required local match.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Authorize agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for CDBG for Operation Backyard program R-214-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $252,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the Minor Home Repair program “Operation Backyard.”(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Authorize agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for CDBG for KnoxWorx Workforce Program R-213-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $216,105.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for its KnoxWorx Workforce Development Program.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Authorize agreement with ETCDC for $55,000 in CDBG for community improvement projects R-212-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the East Tennessee Community Design Center to provide an amount not to exceed $55,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for conceptual design and technical assistance for community improvement projects.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Authorize agreement with K-KCCAC for $650,000 in CDBG funding for Home Repair Program R-211-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $650,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the Emergency and Minor Home Repair Program.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Authorize agreement with K-KCCAC for $100,000 in ESG funding for Homeward Bound Program R-210-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funding for the Homeward Bound Program.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Authorize submission of 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan R-209-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the submission of the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development and the 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any required documents under the Community Development Block Grant, Home Investment Partnerships Act and Emergency Solutions Grant Programs.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Endorse executive action by Mayor and KUB for public utility policies and procedures R-208-2020 — A Resolution endorsing executive action by the Mayor and the Knoxville Utilities Board to promote greater collaboration, transparency, and community engagement in public utility policies and procedures.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Endorse executive action by Mayor and KUB for public utility policies and procedures R-208-2020 — A Resolution endorsing executive action by the Mayor and the Knoxville Utilities Board to promote greater collaboration, transparency, and community engagement in public utility policies and procedures.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Request Governor Lee consider posthumous pardon of Maurice Franklin Mays R-207-2020 — A Resolution respectfully requesting that Governor Bill Lee consider the posthumous pardon of Knoxvillian Maurice Franklin Mays.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Request Governor Lee consider posthumous pardon of Maurice Franklin Mays R-207-2020 — A Resolution respectfully requesting that Governor Bill Lee consider the posthumous pardon of Knoxvillian Maurice Franklin Mays.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Deny appeal for rezoning property at 0 Sanders Drive 10-b — An Ordinance approving an appeal by Benjamin C. Mullins, Esq. for Baxter Properties, LP of Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission’s denial of a request for rezoning from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to C-G-2 (General Commercial) District, property located at 0 Sanders Drive. (Planning Commission File No. 10-B-19-RZ) (Planning Commission Denied 12-1) (Fourth District).(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Close Hill Crest Road and authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent property owners O-114-2020 — An Ordinance to close Hill Crest Road between Pelham Road and Nash Road on City Block 31050, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Rock Pointe Development, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 6-A-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Amend Knoxville City Code regarding Infill Housing Review Committee and Design Review Board O-113-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 14.2, 14.6, 14.9, 14.12, 14.15, 14.16, and 16.6 regarding the Infill Housing Review Committee and the Design Review Board, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-D-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	8-0-0-1	Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020	Amend Knoxville City Code regarding Infill Housing Review Committee and Design Review Board O-113-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 14.2, 14.6, 14.9, 14.12, 14.15, 14.16, and 16.6 regarding the Infill Housing Review Committee and the Design Review Board, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-D-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use 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 28, 2020	Grant a pension of $453.25/month to John D. Ferguson of Knoxville Police Department 11-r — A Resolution granting a pension of $453.25 per month to John D. Ferguson, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jul 28, 2020	Grant a pension of $4,632.47/month to Malinda J. Fortner of Knoxville Police Department 11-s — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,632.47 per month to Malinda J. Fortner, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jul 28, 2020	Grant a pension of $841.25/month to Gary E. Durrett of Knoxville General Government 11-t — A Resolution granting a pension of $841.25 per month to Gary E. Durrett, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jul 28, 2020	Approve minutes of the July 14, 2020 Regular Meeting approve the minutes of the July 14, 2020 Regular Meeeting of City Council	Adopted	8-0-0-1	Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020	Ordinance to close Hill Crest Road and authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent owners 6-A-20-SC — An Ordinance to close Hill Crest Road between Pelham Road and Nash Road on City Block 31050, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Rock Pointe Development, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 6-A-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020	Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Articles regarding Infill Housing and Design Review 5-D-20-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 14.2, 14.6, 14.9, 14.12, 14.15, 14.16, and 16.6 regarding the Infill Housing Review Committee and the Design Review Board, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-D-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020	Ordinance appropriating $5,175 to Fountain City Lions Club for park maintenance 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)	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
Jul 14, 2020	Resolution authorizing MOU with Knox County to accept Homeland Security Grant for HazMat R-202-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County to accept $22,908.00 as a sub-recipient of the 2019 Homeland Security Grant in order to purchase HazMat Equipment for the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020	Resolution authorizing agreement with PFM Financial Advisors LLC for financial advisory services R-201-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with PFM Financial Advisors LLC to serve as the City's financial advisor to develop and assist with implementation of the City's financial strategies needed to meet its current and long-term operations, financial obligations and financing needs, and to render assistance concerning debt transactions, in an amount not to exceed $240,000 for a three year term, with two optional one year extensions.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020	Resolution to amend contract for Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Improvement Project R-200-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-15-0180 with Vaughn and Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Improvement Project, increasing the contract amount by $16,385.00 for a new contract total of $446,430.00 and extending the date of completion to September 1, 2020.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020	Resolution authorizing agreement with Jones Bros. Contractors for Ed Shouse Drive Bridge Repair R-199-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC for an amount not to exceed $265,595.60 for Phase II of the Ed Shouse Drive Bridge Repair Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020	Resolution to approve appeal of BZA's denial of variances for property at 3308 Barton A Resolution approving an appeal by Bill Clark of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of Aaron Tomlinson's request for eight variances for property located at 3308 Barton Street. (File number 5-F-20-VA)(Requested by Plans Review and Inspections) (For Consideration of a Motion to Reconsider)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020	Approve minutes from June 30, 2020 regular meeting approve the minutes of the June 30, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Authorize Mayor to accept DOJ grant for Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force R-198-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $460,891.00, with no local match, from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, for the continued funding of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept TEMA/FEMA grant for COVID-19 reimbursement R-197-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Military, Tennessee Emergency Management Agency for reimbursement of eligible expenses from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for COVID-19 pandemic response.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with CDM Smith for Papermill Drive Corridor Study R-196-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide professional design services for the Papermill Drive Corridor Study for an amount not to exceed $100,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with WSP USA for Broadway Bus Corridor design R-195-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with WSP USA to provide preliminary design services for the Broadway Accelerated Bus Corridor for an amount not to exceed $465,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Appeal of BZA denial for variances at 3308 Barton Street A Resolution approving an appeal by Bill Clark of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of Aaron Tomlinson's request for eight variances for property located at 3308 Barton Street. (File number 5-F-20-VA)(Requested by Plans Review and Inspections)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Rezone 3105 Essary Drive from Office to General Residential Neighborhood District O-111-2020 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 3105 Essary Drive from O (Office) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Houston Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 5-M-20-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	8-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Amend Zoning Code to clarify Hillside Protection Overlay review and standards O-110-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, so as to approve amendments to Articles 8.9, 14.2 and 16.8 to clarify review procedures and development standards in the Hillside Protection Overlay, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-C-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Amend Zoning Code titles and language for clarity in Articles 13.3 and 13.8 O-109-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to approve minor amendments regarding title bars and introductory language in Articles 13.3 and 13.8 to clarify the application of the existing provisions to the previously codified list, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-B-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Amend Knoxville City Code regarding Public Property Naming Committee O-107-2020 — An Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article VII, Division 5 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to the Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Rider as Chair of Committee) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Appoint Rev. L. Sam Brown to Public Property Naming Committee (Sixth District) R-194-2020 — A Resolution appointing Rev. L. Sam Brown to serve as the Sixth District representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Appoint Jack Neely to Public Property Naming Committee (Fifth District) R-193-2020 — A Resolution appointing Jack Neely to serve as the Fifth District representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Thomas) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Confirm Andrea Kupfer appointment to Public Property Naming Committee (Planning) R-192-2020 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Andrea Kupfer to serve as the Knoxville-Knox County Planning representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Confirm Jeff Branham appointment to Public Property Naming Committee (Engineering) R-191-2020 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Jeff Branham to serve as the Engineering Department representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Confirm appointments to the Design Review Board R-189-2020 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Robin V. Thomas and the appointments of Jarrod Arellano and Matthew DeBardelaben to the Design Review Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 30, 2020	Approve Certificate of Compliance for a Retail Food Store Wine License for The Market R-183-2020 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to The Market relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Department of Finance) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 30, 2020	Grant pension to Jeffrey W. Dunn, Knoxville Police Department employee R-184-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,808.48 per month to Jeffrey W. Dunn, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 30, 2020	Grant pension to William M. Graves, Knoxville General Government employee R-185-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,542.85 per month to William M. Graves, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 30, 2020	Grant pension to Robin D. Shelton, Knoxville General Government employee R-186-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,953.75 per month (defined benefit only) to Robin D. Shelton, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 30, 2020	Grant pension to Wallace E. Armstrong, Knoxville Police Department employee R-187-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,560.20 per month to Wallace E. Armstrong, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 30, 2020	Grant pension to Yolanda L. Crowe, Knoxville General Government employee R-188-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,174.02 per month (defined benefit only) to Yolanda L. Crowe, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 30, 2020	Appropriate $1,450 from Community Improvement Fund for Next Step Initiative O-104-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,450.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Improvement Fund and donating same to Community Shares, Inc., serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Next Step Initiative to be utilized toward ongoing outreach and equipment.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Singh, and Rider) Budget & taxes Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 30, 2020	Appropriate $500 from Community Improvement Fund for Historic Westwood repairs O-105-2020 — 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 Knox Heritage, Inc. to be utilized toward Historic Westwood porch repairs.(Requested by Councilmember Fugate) Budget & taxes Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 30, 2020	Appropriate $2,994 from Community Improvement Fund for James White's Fort O-106-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,994.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to James White's Fort Association, Inc. to be utilized toward updating and adding signage.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Singh, Rider, Thomas, and Testerman) Budget & taxes Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous Consent
Jun 30, 2020	Approve minutes of the prior regular meeting approve the minutes of the June 16, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Ordinance to rezone 3105 Essary Drive from Office to General Residential Neighborhood 12-e — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 3105 Essary Drive from O (Office) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Houston Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 5-M-20-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	8-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Ordinance to amend Zoning Code for Hillside Protection Overlay review procedures 12-d — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, so as to approve amendments to Articles 8.9, 14.2 and 16.8 to clarify review procedures and development standards in the Hillside Protection Overlay, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-C-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Ordinance to amend Zoning Code regarding title bars and introductory language 12-c — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to approve minor amendments regarding title bars and introductory language in Articles 13.3 and 13.8 to clarify the application of the existing provisions to the previously codified list, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-B-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Ordinance to amend Knoxville City Code re Public Property Naming Committee 12-a — An Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article VII, Division 5 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to the Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Rider as Chair of Committee) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Ordinance to amend Knoxville City Code re Public Property Naming Committee 12-a — An Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article VII, Division 5 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to the Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Rider as Chair of Committee) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Resolution to approve Preliminary Plan for Galbraith School Adaptive Reuse development R-182-2020 — A Resolution to approve the Preliminary Plan for the Galbraith School Adaptive Reuse planned development for property located at 4333 Galbraith School Road, including approval of the requested exceptions to the underlying zoning’s dimensional and use standards, subject to 3 conditions, and directing Planning staff to take specific steps regarding the Final Plan, Logan Higgins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 5-A-20-PD) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Resolution to approve Preliminary Plan for VMC supportive housing development R-181-2020 — A Resolution to approve the Preliminary Plan for the VMC supportive housing development for property located at 1501 East 5th Avenue, including approval of the three requested exceptions to the underlying zoning’s dimensional and use standards, subject to three conditions, and directing Planning staff to take specific steps regarding the Final Plan, Volunteer Ministry Center (VMC), Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 4-A-20-PD) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use 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 to apply for and accept DoJ grant for bullet-resistant vests for KPD R-179-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant award of up to $98,723.00 over a two-year period, with a required local match in the like amount, to provide funding for the purchase of bullet-resistant vests for Knoxville law enforcement officers.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Resolution to accept Quitclaim Deeds from TDOT for James White Parkway R-177-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept two Quitclaim Deeds from the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the James White Parkway and all associated parcels and right-of-way.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure 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	Resolution to enter construction agreement with CSX for Ed Shouse Drive Bridge Repair R-176-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a construction agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $81,103.00 as part of Phase II of the Ed Shouse Drive Bridge Repair Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Resolution to execute subgrant agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for COVID-19 shelters R-175-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Volunteer Ministry Center for $160,000.00 in HUD ESG-CV and City of Knoxville Homeless General funds for Emergency Shelter/Services, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Resolution to execute subgrant agreement with YWCA for COVID-19 emergency shelters R-173-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the YWCA Knoxville and Tennessee Valley for $30,000.00 in HUD ESG-CV and City of Knoxville Homeless General funds for Emergency Shelter/Services, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Resolution to execute subgrant agreement with CAC for COVID-19 Mobile Meals R-172-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee for $100,000.00 in HUD CDBG-CV funds for Mobile Meals/Public Services, as part of the City’s response to Coronavirus/COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Resolution to award $1,470,000 to Burlington Commons L.P. for affordable housing R-171-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Burlington Commons, L.P. to award an amount not to exceed $1,470,000.00 from the Affordable Rental Development Fund for the development of forty-nine affordable housing units for low income households to be located at 4530 Holston Drive.(Requested by Community Development Department) Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Ordinance appropriating $2,415.28 to The Shora Foundation for meals and groceries O-103-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,415.28 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to The Shora Foundation to provide meals and groceries to vulnerable families in east Knoxville.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Appointment of Arin Streeter to Public Property Naming Committee R-170-2020 — A Resolution appointing Arin Streeter to serve as the Fourth District representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Rider) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Appointment of Ben Ream to Public Property Naming Committee R-169-2020 — A Resolution appointing Ben Ream to serve as the First District's representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Smith) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Confirmation of nominations for Mayor's Council on Disability Issues R-168-2020 — A Resolution confirming the nominations for members and officers for the Mayor's Council on Disability Issues.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 16, 2020	Confirmation of Rick Emmett and Becky Hancock to Visit Knoxville Board of Directors R-167-2020 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Rick Emmett and Becky Hancock to Visit Knoxville Board of Directors.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments 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 16, 2020	Approval of minutes from the June 2, 2020 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the June 2, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council	Adopted	8-0-0-1	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Appropriate funds from Community Empowerment Budget to The Shora Foundation 12-c — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,415.28 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to The Shora Foundation to provide meals and groceries to vulnerable families in east Knoxville.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Amend Knoxville City Code to reestablish a Human Resources Department 12-b — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Articles II and III of the Knoxville City Code relating to the organization of the executive branch and the City's personnel system to reestablish a personnel department, to be known as the department of human resources, and for related purposes.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Amend Capital and Operating Budgets for FY 19/20 to transfer unencumbered funds 12-a — An Ordinance to amend the Capital Budget and the Operating Budget, both as approved by Ordinance No. O-63-2019 for Fiscal Year 19/20, in order to transfer surplus, excess, or unencumbered funds between various units and funds as reflected in the various funds and budgets of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Resolution condemning racism, excessive use of force, and violence R-166-2020 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville condemning racism, excessive use of force and violence.(Requested by Vice-Mayor McKenzie) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
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
Jun 2, 2020	Authorize agreement with Gresham Smith for professional design services for James White Parkway study R-164-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gresham Smith to provide professional design services for the James White Parkway Urban Wilderness Corridor Study for an amount not to exceed $231,354.50.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Authorize agreement with TDOT for Papermill Drive Corridor Study R-163-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Tennessee Department of Transportation for the Papermill Drive Corridor Study for an estimated project cost of $100,000.00 with $80,000.00 federally funded and $20,000.00 funded by the City.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Authorize agreement with Edison Electric, LLC for Citywide Streetlighting and High Mast Maintenance R-162-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Edison Electric, LLC for an amount not to exceed $875,000.00 for the Citywide Streetlighting and High Mast Maintenance Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Authorize amendment to contract with Design and Construction Services for Colonial Circle Slope Stabilization R-161-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-19-0326 with Design and Construction Services Inc. for the Colonial Circle Slope Stabilization Project, increasing the contract amount by $18,482.00 for a new contract total of $587,801.00 and extending the completion date to June 26, 2020.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Authorize agreement with Henley Roofing for Cumberland Estates Recreation Center Roof Replacement R-160-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Henley Roofing Company for an amount not to exceed $243,000.00 for the Cumberland Estates Recreation Center Roof Replacement Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Authorize agreement with Covenant Village, L.P. for rental rehabilitation program funds R-159-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Covenant Village, L.P. to award an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 from the Rental Rehabilitation Program Fund for the rehabilitation of 25 affordable housing units for low-income households, located at 322 Forestal Drive.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Authorize agreement with K-KC Community Action Committee for ESG funding for COVID-19 response R-158-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $278,893.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funding for Homelessness Prevention, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Authorize agreement with K-KC Community Action Committee for CDBG funding for COVID-19 response R-157-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $263,867.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for Public Services/Housing Assistance, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Authorize agreement with Knoxville Leadership Foundation for CDBG funding for COVID-19 response R-156-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville Leadership Foundation to provide $200,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for Public Services/Housing Assistance, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Authorize agreement with Knox Housing Partnership for CDBG funding for COVID-19 response R-155-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knox Housing Partnership, Inc. d/b/a HomeSource East Tennessee to provide $433,028.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for Public Services/Housing Assistance, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Amend Knoxville City Code Section 2-450 to adjust Classification and Compensation Plan O-89-2020 — An Ordinance to amend Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plan for general government.(Requested by Civil Service) Personnel & appointments Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Approve consent items Motion to: approve the consent items	Adopted	8-0-0-1	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Add resolution condemning racism, excessive use of force, and violence to agenda Motion to: add to the agenda a resolution condemning racism, excessive use of force and violence	Adopted	8-0-0-1	Unanimous
Jun 2, 2020	Approve minutes of the May 19, 2020 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the May 19, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council	Adopted	8-0-0-1	Unanimous
May 19, 2020	Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Article 12.8 to clarify buffer yard requirements O-88-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 12.8. to clarify buffer yard requirements, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-C-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 19, 2020	Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Article 12.8 to clarify buffer yard requirements O-88-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 12.8. to clarify buffer yard requirements, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-C-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 19, 2020	Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Article 12.8 to clarify buffer yard requirements O-88-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 12.8. to clarify buffer yard requirements, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-C-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 19, 2020	Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Article 12.8 to clarify buffer yard requirements O-88-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 12.8. to clarify buffer yard requirements, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-C-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 19, 2020	Ordinance to amend Zoning Code articles for drafting corrections and clarity O-87-2020 — An Ordinance to amend several articles of the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to correct drafting errors and to provide for additional clarity, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-B-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 19, 2020	Ordinance to amend Zoning Code articles for drafting corrections and clarity O-87-2020 — An Ordinance to amend several articles of the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to correct drafting errors and to provide for additional clarity, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-B-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous
May 19, 2020	Ordinance to amend Zoning Code articles for drafting corrections and clarity O-87-2020 — An Ordinance to amend several articles of the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to correct drafting errors and to provide for additional clarity, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-B-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →	Adopted	9-0-0-0	Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Authorize agreement with Galls, Inc. for online uniform purchasing for various departments R-223-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Galls, Inc. to provide on-line purchasing of uniform garments for the Public Service Department, Knoxville Area Transit, Engineering Department and Parks and Recreation Department at an estimated annual cost of $200,000.00.(Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Authorize agreement with Axon for KPD in-car and body camera system R-221-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. to provide the Knoxville Police Department with a Comprehensive In-Car and Body Camera Video Capture and Cloud Based Management System for 350 officers for a five year term at a cost not to exceed $4,923,125.70.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety 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

Authorize agreement with Dixie Roofing for Lakeshore Storage Building Roof Project R-219-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Dixie Roofing, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $56,238.18 for the Lakeshore Storage Building Roof Project.(Requested by Departments of Public Service and Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Authorize agreement with E. Cornell Malone for Loraine Street Heavy Shop Roof Project R-218-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with E. Cornell Malone Corporation for an amount not to exceed $108,449.00 for the Loraine Street Heavy Shop Roof Project.(Requested by Departments of Public Service and Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Amend contract with Barge Design Solutions for Old Broadway Sidewalk Project R-217-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No C-15-0199 with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for the Old Broadway Sidewalk Project, increasing the contract amount by $27,400.00 for a new total contract amount of $337,700.00 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2020.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Authorize Mayor to accept Travelers' proposal for City of Knoxville insurance coverage R-216-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept a proposal from Travelers for property, flood, earthquake, and boiler and machinery insurance coverage for the City of Knoxville for an approximate annual premium of $316,093.00.(Requested by Department of Employee Benefits and Risk Management) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Authorize application and acceptance of COVID-19 supplemental funding from THDA R-215-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a COVID-19 Supplemental Funding to Continuums of Care award of $50,000.00 from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency, with no required local match.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Authorize agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for CDBG for Operation Backyard program R-214-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $252,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the Minor Home Repair program “Operation Backyard.”(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Authorize agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for CDBG for KnoxWorx Workforce Program R-213-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $216,105.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for its KnoxWorx Workforce Development Program.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Authorize agreement with ETCDC for $55,000 in CDBG for community improvement projects R-212-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the East Tennessee Community Design Center to provide an amount not to exceed $55,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for conceptual design and technical assistance for community improvement projects.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Authorize agreement with K-KCCAC for $650,000 in CDBG funding for Home Repair Program R-211-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $650,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the Emergency and Minor Home Repair Program.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Authorize agreement with K-KCCAC for $100,000 in ESG funding for Homeward Bound Program R-210-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funding for the Homeward Bound Program.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Authorize submission of 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan R-209-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the submission of the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development and the 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any required documents under the Community Development Block Grant, Home Investment Partnerships Act and Emergency Solutions Grant Programs.(Requested by Community Development Department) Budget & taxes Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Endorse executive action by Mayor and KUB for public utility policies and procedures R-208-2020 — A Resolution endorsing executive action by the Mayor and the Knoxville Utilities Board to promote greater collaboration, transparency, and community engagement in public utility policies and procedures.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Endorse executive action by Mayor and KUB for public utility policies and procedures R-208-2020 — A Resolution endorsing executive action by the Mayor and the Knoxville Utilities Board to promote greater collaboration, transparency, and community engagement in public utility policies and procedures.(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Request Governor Lee consider posthumous pardon of Maurice Franklin Mays R-207-2020 — A Resolution respectfully requesting that Governor Bill Lee consider the posthumous pardon of Knoxvillian Maurice Franklin Mays.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Request Governor Lee consider posthumous pardon of Maurice Franklin Mays R-207-2020 — A Resolution respectfully requesting that Governor Bill Lee consider the posthumous pardon of Knoxvillian Maurice Franklin Mays.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Deny appeal for rezoning property at 0 Sanders Drive 10-b — An Ordinance approving an appeal by Benjamin C. Mullins, Esq. for Baxter Properties, LP of Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission’s denial of a request for rezoning from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to C-G-2 (General Commercial) District, property located at 0 Sanders Drive. (Planning Commission File No. 10-B-19-RZ) (Planning Commission Denied 12-1) (Fourth District).(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Close Hill Crest Road and authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent property owners O-114-2020 — An Ordinance to close Hill Crest Road between Pelham Road and Nash Road on City Block 31050, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Rock Pointe Development, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 6-A-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Amend Knoxville City Code regarding Infill Housing Review Committee and Design Review Board O-113-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 14.2, 14.6, 14.9, 14.12, 14.15, 14.16, and 16.6 regarding the Infill Housing Review Committee and the Design Review Board, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-D-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

8-0-0-1

Unanimous

Jul 28, 2020

Amend Knoxville City Code regarding Infill Housing Review Committee and Design Review Board O-113-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 14.2, 14.6, 14.9, 14.12, 14.15, 14.16, and 16.6 regarding the Infill Housing Review Committee and the Design Review Board, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-D-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use 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 28, 2020

Grant a pension of $453.25/month to John D. Ferguson of Knoxville Police Department 11-r — A Resolution granting a pension of $453.25 per month to John D. Ferguson, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jul 28, 2020

Grant a pension of $4,632.47/month to Malinda J. Fortner of Knoxville Police Department 11-s — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,632.47 per month to Malinda J. Fortner, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jul 28, 2020

Grant a pension of $841.25/month to Gary E. Durrett of Knoxville General Government 11-t — A Resolution granting a pension of $841.25 per month to Gary E. Durrett, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jul 28, 2020

Approve minutes of the July 14, 2020 Regular Meeting approve the minutes of the July 14, 2020 Regular Meeeting of City Council

Adopted

8-0-0-1

Unanimous

Jul 14, 2020

Ordinance to close Hill Crest Road and authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent owners 6-A-20-SC — An Ordinance to close Hill Crest Road between Pelham Road and Nash Road on City Block 31050, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Rock Pointe Development, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 6-A-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 14, 2020

Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Articles regarding Infill Housing and Design Review 5-D-20-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 14.2, 14.6, 14.9, 14.12, 14.15, 14.16, and 16.6 regarding the Infill Housing Review Committee and the Design Review Board, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-D-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 14, 2020

Ordinance appropriating $5,175 to Fountain City Lions Club for park maintenance 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)

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

Jul 14, 2020

Resolution authorizing MOU with Knox County to accept Homeland Security Grant for HazMat R-202-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County to accept $22,908.00 as a sub-recipient of the 2019 Homeland Security Grant in order to purchase HazMat Equipment for the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 14, 2020

Resolution authorizing agreement with PFM Financial Advisors LLC for financial advisory services R-201-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with PFM Financial Advisors LLC to serve as the City's financial advisor to develop and assist with implementation of the City's financial strategies needed to meet its current and long-term operations, financial obligations and financing needs, and to render assistance concerning debt transactions, in an amount not to exceed $240,000 for a three year term, with two optional one year extensions.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 14, 2020

Resolution to amend contract for Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Improvement Project R-200-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-15-0180 with Vaughn and Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Improvement Project, increasing the contract amount by $16,385.00 for a new contract total of $446,430.00 and extending the date of completion to September 1, 2020.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 14, 2020

Resolution authorizing agreement with Jones Bros. Contractors for Ed Shouse Drive Bridge Repair R-199-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC for an amount not to exceed $265,595.60 for Phase II of the Ed Shouse Drive Bridge Repair Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 14, 2020

Resolution to approve appeal of BZA's denial of variances for property at 3308 Barton A Resolution approving an appeal by Bill Clark of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of Aaron Tomlinson's request for eight variances for property located at 3308 Barton Street. (File number 5-F-20-VA)(Requested by Plans Review and Inspections) (For Consideration of a Motion to Reconsider)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jul 14, 2020

Approve minutes from June 30, 2020 regular meeting approve the minutes of the June 30, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Authorize Mayor to accept DOJ grant for Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force R-198-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $460,891.00, with no local match, from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, for the continued funding of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept TEMA/FEMA grant for COVID-19 reimbursement R-197-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Military, Tennessee Emergency Management Agency for reimbursement of eligible expenses from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for COVID-19 pandemic response.(Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with CDM Smith for Papermill Drive Corridor Study R-196-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide professional design services for the Papermill Drive Corridor Study for an amount not to exceed $100,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with WSP USA for Broadway Bus Corridor design R-195-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with WSP USA to provide preliminary design services for the Broadway Accelerated Bus Corridor for an amount not to exceed $465,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Appeal of BZA denial for variances at 3308 Barton Street A Resolution approving an appeal by Bill Clark of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of Aaron Tomlinson's request for eight variances for property located at 3308 Barton Street. (File number 5-F-20-VA)(Requested by Plans Review and Inspections)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Rezone 3105 Essary Drive from Office to General Residential Neighborhood District O-111-2020 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 3105 Essary Drive from O (Office) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Houston Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 5-M-20-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

8-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Amend Zoning Code to clarify Hillside Protection Overlay review and standards O-110-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, so as to approve amendments to Articles 8.9, 14.2 and 16.8 to clarify review procedures and development standards in the Hillside Protection Overlay, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-C-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Amend Zoning Code titles and language for clarity in Articles 13.3 and 13.8 O-109-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to approve minor amendments regarding title bars and introductory language in Articles 13.3 and 13.8 to clarify the application of the existing provisions to the previously codified list, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-B-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Amend Knoxville City Code regarding Public Property Naming Committee O-107-2020 — An Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article VII, Division 5 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to the Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Rider as Chair of Committee) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Appoint Rev. L. Sam Brown to Public Property Naming Committee (Sixth District) R-194-2020 — A Resolution appointing Rev. L. Sam Brown to serve as the Sixth District representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Appoint Jack Neely to Public Property Naming Committee (Fifth District) R-193-2020 — A Resolution appointing Jack Neely to serve as the Fifth District representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Thomas) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Confirm Andrea Kupfer appointment to Public Property Naming Committee (Planning) R-192-2020 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Andrea Kupfer to serve as the Knoxville-Knox County Planning representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Confirm Jeff Branham appointment to Public Property Naming Committee (Engineering) R-191-2020 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Jeff Branham to serve as the Engineering Department representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Confirm appointments to the Design Review Board R-189-2020 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Robin V. Thomas and the appointments of Jarrod Arellano and Matthew DeBardelaben to the Design Review Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 30, 2020

Approve Certificate of Compliance for a Retail Food Store Wine License for The Market R-183-2020 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to The Market relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Department of Finance) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 30, 2020

Grant pension to Jeffrey W. Dunn, Knoxville Police Department employee R-184-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,808.48 per month to Jeffrey W. Dunn, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 30, 2020

Grant pension to William M. Graves, Knoxville General Government employee R-185-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,542.85 per month to William M. Graves, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 30, 2020

Grant pension to Robin D. Shelton, Knoxville General Government employee R-186-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,953.75 per month (defined benefit only) to Robin D. Shelton, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 30, 2020

Grant pension to Wallace E. Armstrong, Knoxville Police Department employee R-187-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,560.20 per month to Wallace E. Armstrong, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 30, 2020

Grant pension to Yolanda L. Crowe, Knoxville General Government employee R-188-2020 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,174.02 per month (defined benefit only) to Yolanda L. Crowe, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 30, 2020

Appropriate $1,450 from Community Improvement Fund for Next Step Initiative O-104-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,450.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Improvement Fund and donating same to Community Shares, Inc., serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Next Step Initiative to be utilized toward ongoing outreach and equipment.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Singh, and Rider) Budget & taxes Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 30, 2020

Appropriate $500 from Community Improvement Fund for Historic Westwood repairs O-105-2020 — 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 Knox Heritage, Inc. to be utilized toward Historic Westwood porch repairs.(Requested by Councilmember Fugate) Budget & taxes Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 30, 2020

Appropriate $2,994 from Community Improvement Fund for James White's Fort O-106-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $2,994.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to James White's Fort Association, Inc. to be utilized toward updating and adding signage.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Singh, Rider, Thomas, and Testerman) Budget & taxes Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion)

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous Consent

Jun 30, 2020

Approve minutes of the prior regular meeting approve the minutes of the June 16, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Ordinance to rezone 3105 Essary Drive from Office to General Residential Neighborhood 12-e — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 3105 Essary Drive from O (Office) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Houston Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 5-M-20-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

8-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Ordinance to amend Zoning Code for Hillside Protection Overlay review procedures 12-d — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, so as to approve amendments to Articles 8.9, 14.2 and 16.8 to clarify review procedures and development standards in the Hillside Protection Overlay, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-C-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Ordinance to amend Zoning Code regarding title bars and introductory language 12-c — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to approve minor amendments regarding title bars and introductory language in Articles 13.3 and 13.8 to clarify the application of the existing provisions to the previously codified list, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 5-B-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Ordinance to amend Knoxville City Code re Public Property Naming Committee 12-a — An Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article VII, Division 5 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to the Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Rider as Chair of Committee) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Ordinance to amend Knoxville City Code re Public Property Naming Committee 12-a — An Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article VII, Division 5 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to the Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Rider as Chair of Committee) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Resolution to approve Preliminary Plan for Galbraith School Adaptive Reuse development R-182-2020 — A Resolution to approve the Preliminary Plan for the Galbraith School Adaptive Reuse planned development for property located at 4333 Galbraith School Road, including approval of the requested exceptions to the underlying zoning’s dimensional and use standards, subject to 3 conditions, and directing Planning staff to take specific steps regarding the Final Plan, Logan Higgins, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 5-A-20-PD) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Resolution to approve Preliminary Plan for VMC supportive housing development R-181-2020 — A Resolution to approve the Preliminary Plan for the VMC supportive housing development for property located at 1501 East 5th Avenue, including approval of the three requested exceptions to the underlying zoning’s dimensional and use standards, subject to three conditions, and directing Planning staff to take specific steps regarding the Final Plan, Volunteer Ministry Center (VMC), Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 4-A-20-PD) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use 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 to apply for and accept DoJ grant for bullet-resistant vests for KPD R-179-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant award of up to $98,723.00 over a two-year period, with a required local match in the like amount, to provide funding for the purchase of bullet-resistant vests for Knoxville law enforcement officers.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Resolution to accept Quitclaim Deeds from TDOT for James White Parkway R-177-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept two Quitclaim Deeds from the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the James White Parkway and all associated parcels and right-of-way.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure 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

Resolution to enter construction agreement with CSX for Ed Shouse Drive Bridge Repair R-176-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a construction agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $81,103.00 as part of Phase II of the Ed Shouse Drive Bridge Repair Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Resolution to execute subgrant agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for COVID-19 shelters R-175-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Volunteer Ministry Center for $160,000.00 in HUD ESG-CV and City of Knoxville Homeless General funds for Emergency Shelter/Services, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Resolution to execute subgrant agreement with YWCA for COVID-19 emergency shelters R-173-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the YWCA Knoxville and Tennessee Valley for $30,000.00 in HUD ESG-CV and City of Knoxville Homeless General funds for Emergency Shelter/Services, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Resolution to execute subgrant agreement with CAC for COVID-19 Mobile Meals R-172-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee for $100,000.00 in HUD CDBG-CV funds for Mobile Meals/Public Services, as part of the City’s response to Coronavirus/COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Resolution to award $1,470,000 to Burlington Commons L.P. for affordable housing R-171-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Burlington Commons, L.P. to award an amount not to exceed $1,470,000.00 from the Affordable Rental Development Fund for the development of forty-nine affordable housing units for low income households to be located at 4530 Holston Drive.(Requested by Community Development Department) Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Ordinance appropriating $2,415.28 to The Shora Foundation for meals and groceries O-103-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,415.28 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to The Shora Foundation to provide meals and groceries to vulnerable families in east Knoxville.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Appointment of Arin Streeter to Public Property Naming Committee R-170-2020 — A Resolution appointing Arin Streeter to serve as the Fourth District representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Rider) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Appointment of Ben Ream to Public Property Naming Committee R-169-2020 — A Resolution appointing Ben Ream to serve as the First District's representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Smith) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Confirmation of nominations for Mayor's Council on Disability Issues R-168-2020 — A Resolution confirming the nominations for members and officers for the Mayor's Council on Disability Issues.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 16, 2020

Confirmation of Rick Emmett and Becky Hancock to Visit Knoxville Board of Directors R-167-2020 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Rick Emmett and Becky Hancock to Visit Knoxville Board of Directors.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments 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 16, 2020

Approval of minutes from the June 2, 2020 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the June 2, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council

Adopted

8-0-0-1

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Appropriate funds from Community Empowerment Budget to The Shora Foundation 12-c — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $2,415.28 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to The Shora Foundation to provide meals and groceries to vulnerable families in east Knoxville.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Amend Knoxville City Code to reestablish a Human Resources Department 12-b — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Articles II and III of the Knoxville City Code relating to the organization of the executive branch and the City's personnel system to reestablish a personnel department, to be known as the department of human resources, and for related purposes.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Amend Capital and Operating Budgets for FY 19/20 to transfer unencumbered funds 12-a — An Ordinance to amend the Capital Budget and the Operating Budget, both as approved by Ordinance No. O-63-2019 for Fiscal Year 19/20, in order to transfer surplus, excess, or unencumbered funds between various units and funds as reflected in the various funds and budgets of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Resolution condemning racism, excessive use of force, and violence R-166-2020 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville condemning racism, excessive use of force and violence.(Requested by Vice-Mayor McKenzie) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

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

Jun 2, 2020

Authorize agreement with Gresham Smith for professional design services for James White Parkway study R-164-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gresham Smith to provide professional design services for the James White Parkway Urban Wilderness Corridor Study for an amount not to exceed $231,354.50.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Authorize agreement with TDOT for Papermill Drive Corridor Study R-163-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Tennessee Department of Transportation for the Papermill Drive Corridor Study for an estimated project cost of $100,000.00 with $80,000.00 federally funded and $20,000.00 funded by the City.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Authorize agreement with Edison Electric, LLC for Citywide Streetlighting and High Mast Maintenance R-162-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Edison Electric, LLC for an amount not to exceed $875,000.00 for the Citywide Streetlighting and High Mast Maintenance Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Authorize amendment to contract with Design and Construction Services for Colonial Circle Slope Stabilization R-161-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-19-0326 with Design and Construction Services Inc. for the Colonial Circle Slope Stabilization Project, increasing the contract amount by $18,482.00 for a new contract total of $587,801.00 and extending the completion date to June 26, 2020.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Authorize agreement with Henley Roofing for Cumberland Estates Recreation Center Roof Replacement R-160-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Henley Roofing Company for an amount not to exceed $243,000.00 for the Cumberland Estates Recreation Center Roof Replacement Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Authorize agreement with Covenant Village, L.P. for rental rehabilitation program funds R-159-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Covenant Village, L.P. to award an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 from the Rental Rehabilitation Program Fund for the rehabilitation of 25 affordable housing units for low-income households, located at 322 Forestal Drive.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Authorize agreement with K-KC Community Action Committee for ESG funding for COVID-19 response R-158-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $278,893.00 in Emergency Solutions Grant funding for Homelessness Prevention, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Authorize agreement with K-KC Community Action Committee for CDBG funding for COVID-19 response R-157-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $263,867.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for Public Services/Housing Assistance, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Authorize agreement with Knoxville Leadership Foundation for CDBG funding for COVID-19 response R-156-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville Leadership Foundation to provide $200,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for Public Services/Housing Assistance, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Authorize agreement with Knox Housing Partnership for CDBG funding for COVID-19 response R-155-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knox Housing Partnership, Inc. d/b/a HomeSource East Tennessee to provide $433,028.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for Public Services/Housing Assistance, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Amend Knoxville City Code Section 2-450 to adjust Classification and Compensation Plan O-89-2020 — An Ordinance to amend Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plan for general government.(Requested by Civil Service) Personnel & appointments Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Approve consent items Motion to: approve the consent items

Adopted

8-0-0-1

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Add resolution condemning racism, excessive use of force, and violence to agenda Motion to: add to the agenda a resolution condemning racism, excessive use of force and violence

Adopted

8-0-0-1

Unanimous

Jun 2, 2020

Approve minutes of the May 19, 2020 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the May 19, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council

Adopted

8-0-0-1

Unanimous

May 19, 2020

Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Article 12.8 to clarify buffer yard requirements O-88-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 12.8. to clarify buffer yard requirements, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-C-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 19, 2020

Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Article 12.8 to clarify buffer yard requirements O-88-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 12.8. to clarify buffer yard requirements, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-C-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 19, 2020

Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Article 12.8 to clarify buffer yard requirements O-88-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 12.8. to clarify buffer yard requirements, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-C-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 19, 2020

Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Article 12.8 to clarify buffer yard requirements O-88-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 12.8. to clarify buffer yard requirements, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-C-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 19, 2020

Ordinance to amend Zoning Code articles for drafting corrections and clarity O-87-2020 — An Ordinance to amend several articles of the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to correct drafting errors and to provide for additional clarity, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-B-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 19, 2020

Ordinance to amend Zoning Code articles for drafting corrections and clarity O-87-2020 — An Ordinance to amend several articles of the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to correct drafting errors and to provide for additional clarity, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-B-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

May 19, 2020

Ordinance to amend Zoning Code articles for drafting corrections and clarity O-87-2020 — An Ordinance to amend several articles of the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to correct drafting errors and to provide for additional clarity, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-B-20-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →

Adopted

9-0-0-0

Unanimous

Every recorded decision