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Filtered · year 2020
Aug 25, 2020
Rezone 10001 & 0 Kingston Pike from I-G (General Industrial) to C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) O-133-2020 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 10001 & 0 Kingston Pike from I-G (General Industrial) District to C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District, Benjamin C. Mullins for All Eleven General Partnership, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-B-20-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Postpone rezoning 2724 Western Avenue from OS (Parks and Open Space) to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District o. — An Ordinance to rezone a portion of property located 2724 Western Avenue from OS (Parks and Open Space) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District zoning, Wade Lovin for Alliance Funeral Group, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-H-20-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to defer:Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Aug 25, 2020
Postpone One Year Plan Amendment for 2724 Western Ave from Open Space to General Commercial n. — An Ordinance approving the request of Wade Lovin for Alliance Funeral Group, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Open Space to General Commercial for property located at 2724 Western Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-D-20-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to defer:Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Aug 25, 2020
Postpone amendment to Central City Sector Plan for 2724 Western Ave from Open Space to General Commercial m. — An Ordinance approving the request of Wade Lovin for Alliance Funeral Group, LLC for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Open Space to General Commercial for property located at 2724 Western Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-F-20-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to defer:Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Aug 25, 2020
Rezone 1301 East Weisgarber Road from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) to O (Office) District O-132-2020 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District to O (Office) District, Spring Farm, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-D-20-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Approve One Year Plan Amendment for 1301 E Weisgarber Rd from Light Industrial to Office O-131-2020 — An Ordinance approving the request of Spring Farm, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Light Industrial to Office for a portion of property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-A-20-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Amend Northwest County Sector Plan for 1301 E Weisgarber Rd from Light Industrial to Office O-130-2020 — An Ordinance approving the request of Spring Farm, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest County Sector Plan from Light Industrial to Office for property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-B-20-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Rezone property at 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike from RN-1 to RN-3 district O-129-2020 — An Ordinance to rezone property located 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Dennis Lanier, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-G-20-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Approve One Year Plan Amendment for 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike from low to medium density residential O-128-2020 — An Ordinance approving the request of Dennis Lanier for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-C-20-PA) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Amend South City Sector Plan for 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike from low to medium density residential O-127-2020 — An Ordinance approving the request of Dennis Lanier for an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-E-20-SP) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Close unnamed alley from West Blount Avenue; authorize quitclaim deeds O-126-2020 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from West Blount Avenue to the alley behind 2216 West Blount Avenue, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Gary Underwood, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-20-AC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Close portion of South Bell Street; authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent property owners O-125-2020 — An Ordinance to close a portion of South Bell Street between Fort Summit Way and the northern lot line of Parcel 095 AH 02501, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Matt Brazille for Knoxville Community Development Corporation, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-B-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Close Nelson Avenue between Mee Street and Fort Summit Way; authorize quitclaim deeds O-124-2020 — An Ordinance to close Nelson Avenue between Mee Street and Fort Summit Way, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Matt Brazille for Knoxville's Community Development Corporation, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Amend Zoning Code for clarity on Landscape Design Standards and Parking Lot Perimeter Landscape Yard O-123-2020 — An Ordinance to amend several articles of the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to provide additional clarity for Landscape Design Standards and Parking Lot Perimeter Landscape Yard, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-B-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Amend Zoning Code to rename "Self-Storage Facility: Indoor" to "Self-Storage Facility: Enclosed" O-122-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 9.3.AA. to change the name of "Self-Storage Facility: Indoor" to "Self-Storage Facility: Enclosed," Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Amend City Code to add Director of Human Resources to Classification and Compensation Plans O-121-2020 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans to add the Director of Human Resources.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Confirm appointment of Jenae Anderson-Easterly to the Police Advisory and Review Committee R-234-2020 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Jenae Anderson-Easterly to the Police Advisory and Review Committee.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Appoint Sam Maynard as At Large Seat B representative to Public Property Naming Committee R-233-2020 — A Resolution appointing Sam Maynard to serve as the At Large Seat B representative to the City of Knoxville Public Property Naming Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Testerman) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 25, 2020
Withdraw resolution to acquire property at 4901 Ball Camp Pike for Northwest Greenway Connector Project 11-h — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property in fee simple and for easements by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, within certain real property located at 4901 Ball Camp Pike for $80,500.00, as part of the Northwest Greenway Connector Project.(Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks & Recreation) Roads & infrastructure
Motion to withdraw:Withdrawn 8-0-0-1
Withdrawn
Aug 25, 2020
Approve minutes of the August 11, 2020 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the August 11, 2020 Regular Meeting of the City Council
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Rezone 10001 & 0 Kingston Pike from I-G to C-H-2 District An Ordinance to rezone property located at 10001 & 0 Kingston Pike from I-G (General Industrial) District to C-H-2 (Highway Commercial) District, Benjamin C. Mullins for All Eleven General Partnership, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-B-20-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Rezone 2724 Western Ave from OS to C-G-1 District An Ordinance to rezone a portion of property located 2724 Western Avenue from OS (Parks and Open Space) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District zoning, Wade Lovin for Alliance Funeral Group, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-H-20-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Approve 1-Year Plan amendment for 2724 Western Ave An Ordinance approving the request of Wade Lovin for Alliance Funeral Group, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Open Space to General Commercial for property located at 2724 Western Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-D-20-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Approve Sector Plan amendment for 2724 Western Ave An Ordinance approving the request of Wade Lovin for Alliance Funeral Group, LLC for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Open Space to General Commercial for property located at 2724 Western Avenue. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-F-20-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Rezone 1301 E. Weisgarber Rd from I-MU to O District An Ordinance to rezone property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road from I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District to O (Office) District, Spring Farm, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-D-20-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Approve 1-Year Plan amendment for 1301 E. Weisgarber Rd An Ordinance approving the request of Spring Farm, LLC for a One Year Plan Amendment from Light Industrial to Office for a portion of property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-A-20-PA) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Approve Sector Plan amendment for 1301 E. Weisgarber Rd An Ordinance approving the request of Spring Farm, LLC for an amendment to the Northwest County Sector Plan from Light Industrial to Office for property located at 1301 East Weisgarber Road. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-B-20-SP) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Rezone 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike from RN-1 to RN-3 District An Ordinance to rezone property located 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike from RN-1 (Single- Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Dennis Lanier, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-G-20-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Approve 1-Year Plan amendment for 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike An Ordinance approving the request of Dennis Lanier for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-C-20-PA) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Approve Sector Plan amendment for 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike An Ordinance approving the request of Dennis Lanier for an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for property located at 4612 W. Martin Mill Pike. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 7-E-20-SP) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Close unnamed alley off West Blount Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from West Blount Avenue to the alley behind 2216 West Blount Avenue, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Gary Underwood, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-20-AC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Close portion of South Bell Street and authorize quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close a portion of South Bell Street between Fort Summit Way and the northern lot line of Parcel 095 AH 02501, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Matt Brazille for Knoxville Community Development Corporation, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-B-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Close Nelson Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close Nelson Avenue between Mee Street and Fort Summit Way, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Matt Brazille for Knoxville's Community Development Corporation, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Amend zoning code for Landscape Design Standards and Parking Lot Yards An Ordinance to amend several articles of the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, to provide additional clarity for Landscape Design Standards and Parking Lot Perimeter Landscape Yard, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-B-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Change zoning code name from "Self-Storage Facility: Indoor" to "Enclosed" An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 9.3.AA. to change the name of "Self-Storage Facility: Indoor" to "Self-Storage Facility: Enclosed," Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 7-A-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Extend shared mobility vehicles moratorium through June 30, 2021 O-120-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance extending the moratorium imposed by Ordinance Nos. O-137- 2018, O-16-2019, O-101-2019, and O-35-2020 upon shared mobility vehicles within the City of Knoxville through June 30, 2021, with the exception of those shared mobility vehicle providers operating in accordance with and authorized by the City’s pilot program.(Requested by Law Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Amend Classification and Compensation Plans to add Director of HR An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans to add the Director of Human Resources.(Requested by Human Resources Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Authorize temporary permits for on-premise beer holders during emergencies O-119-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend Section 4-76 of the Knoxville City Code to authorize temporary permits issued under declarations of emergency to certain on-premise beer permit holders during the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Roberto)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Authorize IDB to negotiate PILOT with RLK Properties R-232-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from RLK Properties LLC payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to newly constructed improvements to real property located at 7240 Saddlerack Street, and finding such payments are deemed to be in the furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated § 7-53-305.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Apply for and accept 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant R-231-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply jointly with Knox County for the 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant award of $138,069.00 from the U.S. Department of Justice for improved operation of the criminal justice system, and if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to accept the grant award.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 8-0-1-0
Aug 11, 2020
Apply for and accept 2020 Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant R-230-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept the 2020 Project Safe Neighborhoods Grant from the Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs, in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00, for funding of the Knoxville Police Department's Forensic Unit staff training and equipment to enhance gun crime investigations and prosecutions.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Authorize agreement for ICAC training and website maintenance R-229-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police to coordinate Internet Crimes Against Children investigation training and maintenance of the ICAC Task Force website pursuant to a grant from the State of Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs in an amount not to exceed $60,600.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Authorize fiber optic infrastructure sharing agreement with state R-228-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Communications Resource License Agreement with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for the sharing of fiber optic network infrastructure.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Authorize acquisition of property for Northwest Greenway Connector Project A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property in fee simple and for easements by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, within certain real property located at 4901 Ball Camp Pike for $80,500.00, as part of the Northwest Greenway Connector Project.(Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks & Recreation)
Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Aug 11, 2020
Authorize agreement for East Tennessee 2-1-1 system operation R-227-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Knoxville - Knox County Community Action Committee for the operation and maintenance of the East Tennessee 2-1-1 system through the City of Knoxville's 3-1-1 call center for a total contract price not to exceed $72,000.00.(Requested by Requested by 311) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Deny appeal of Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of variances 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)(Fourth District)(Requested by Plans Review and Inspections) (For Reconsideration)
Motion to deny:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Deny appeal of Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of variances 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)(Fourth District)(Requested by Plans Review and Inspections) (For Reconsideration)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Amend Operating and Capital Budget for fiscal year 2020/2021 O-118-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital Budget for fiscal year 2020/2021.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Aug 11, 2020
Confirm appointment of Travis Tillman to Historic Zoning Commission R-225-2020 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Travis Tillman to the Historic Zoning Commission.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Appropriate $1,550 to Knoxville Symphony for in-school performances O-117-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,550.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Symphony Society, Inc. to be utilized toward providing in-school performances for Knoxville schools.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh, Fugate, and Testerman) Schools
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Appropriate $1,500 to Alliance House for Zoom calls O-116-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Alliance House Community Coalition to be utilized toward bi-monthly Zoom calls.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Smith, Roberto, Fugate, and Testerman) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Beer City Wine License R-224-2020 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Beer City relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Approve consent items approve the consent items
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 11, 2020
Urge TVA to reverse IT staff outsourcing during COVID-19 pandemic A Resolution urging the Tennessee Valley Authority to reverse its decision to outsource hundreds of Information Technology staff and strongly encourage the Tennessee Valley Authority to not outsource any jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Councilmember Parker)
Motion to withdraw:Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Aug 11, 2020
Approve minutes of the July 28, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council approve the minutes of the July 28, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020
Amend City Charter regarding Knoxville Utilities Board commissioner terms and fees An Ordinance to amend the Charter of the City of Knoxville, specifically Chapter 412 of the Private Acts of 1923 of the General Assembly of the State of Tennessee, entitled, "An Act to incorporate the City of Knoxville and Knox County, Tennessee, and define the rights, powers, and liabilities of the same; to fix the boundaries of said municipality, and repeal all acts or parts of acts in conflict with this act," and all acts amendatory thereto, by amending Article XI, entitled "Knoxville Utilities Board", to promote accountability, cost-savings, and transparency by shortening commissioner terms, changing the process of nominating commissioners and filling vacated seats, and requiring that fees, fixed monthly charges, and basic service charges must not exceed the actual cost of service as determined by a cost of service study, and be subject to a public hearing before enactment, and further providing for the submission of this ordinance to the qualified voters of the City of Knoxville for approval as provided in Article XI, Section 9 of the Constitution of the State of Tennessee.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh and Parker)
Failed 2-7-0-0
Split Failed
Jul 28, 2020
Amend City Charter regarding Knoxville Utilities Board commissioner terms and fees An Ordinance to amend the Charter of the City of Knoxville, specifically Chapter 412 of the Private Acts of 1923 of the General Assembly of the State of Tennessee, entitled, "An Act to incorporate the City of Knoxville and Knox County, Tennessee, and define the rights, powers, and liabilities of the same; to fix the boundaries of said municipality, and repeal all acts or parts of acts in conflict with this act," and all acts amendatory thereto, by amending Article XI, entitled "Knoxville Utilities Board", to promote accountability, cost-savings, and transparency by shortening commissioner terms, changing the process of nominating commissioners and filling vacated seats, and requiring that fees, fixed monthly charges, and basic service charges must not exceed the actual cost of service as determined by a cost of service study, and be subject to a public hearing before enactment, and further providing for the submission of this ordinance to the qualified voters of the City of Knoxville for approval as provided in Article XI, Section 9 of the Constitution of the State of Tennessee.(Requested by Councilmembers Singh and Parker)
Motion to amend:Failed 2-7-0-0
Split Failed
Jul 28, 2020
Amend the Operating and Capital Budget for fiscal year 2020/2021 An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital Budget for fiscal year 2020/2021.(Requested by Finance Department)
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
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
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020
Authorize agreement with Helen Ross McNabb Center for behavioral health pilot program R-222-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Helen Ross McNabb Center, Inc. for a pilot program to strengthen law enforcement and behavioral health partnerships and ensure public safety and continuity of care for those in behavioral health crises, in an amount not to exceed $95,000.00 for a one-year term, with the option to renew the agreement for two additional one-year terms.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jul 28, 2020
Authorize agreement with Helen Ross McNabb Center for behavioral health pilot program R-222-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Helen Ross McNabb Center, Inc. for a pilot program to strengthen law enforcement and behavioral health partnerships and ensure public safety and continuity of care for those in behavioral health crises, in an amount not to exceed $95,000.00 for a one-year term, with the option to renew the agreement for two additional one-year terms.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Motion to amend:Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Motion to amend: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
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
Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020
Suspend rules regarding limiting the number of public speakers suspend the rules with respect to limiting the number of speakers.
Motion to suspend the rules:Failed —
Failed
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
Motion to deny:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 28, 2020
Rezone property at 745 N. Broadway Avenue from C-G-2 to DK-E O-115-2020 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 745 N. Broadway Avenue from C-G-2 (General Commercial District) to DK-E (Downtown Knoxville District, Edge Subdistrict), SMJT, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-E-20-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-1-0
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
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
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
Motion to amend: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
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 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 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 Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Jul 28, 2020
Postpone resolution regarding appeal of zoning variances for 3308 Barton Street 10-a — 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)(Fourth District)(Requested by Plans Review and Inspections) (For Reconsideration) Zoning & land use
Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Jul 28, 2020
Refer ordinance to amend zoning code regarding non-residential districts to Planning Commission 12-c — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, Article 1.4.G to clarify applicability of previously approved plans in non-residential districts, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0 Consent) (File No. 4-A-20-OA) (Non-residential districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to refer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
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
Suspend rules to limit public forum speakers to three minutes each suspend the rules to limit the speakers to three minutes each
Motion to suspend the rules:Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Jul 14, 2020
Suspend rules regarding the number of public forum speakers suspend the rules as to the number of public forum speakers
Motion to suspend the rules:Adopted —
Jul 14, 2020
Ordinance to rezone property at 745 N. Broadway Avenue 5-E-20-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 745 N. Broadway Avenue from C-G-2 (General Commercial District) to DK-E (Downtown Knoxville District, Edge Subdistrict), SMJT, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-E-20-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-1-0
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
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
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020
Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Article 13.9.E regarding maximum sign area in Office Park 5-A-20-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Article 13.9.E to address limitations on the maximum sign area in the Office Park District, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-A-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to refer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
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
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
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
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
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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Unanimity rate — 6399 of 7069 adopted motions in the published minutes

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  • split443
  • failed91
  • deferred332
  • withdrawn73

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