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

Apr 24, 2018
Rezone property on Kermit Drive from SC-1/C-3 to C-4 O-56-2018 — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Kermit Drive, northeast of Clinton Highway, from SC-1 (Neighborhood Shopping Center) and C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-4 (Highway and Arterial Commercial) District (for the entire property), Graham Corporation, Applicant. Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Adopt the 2018 One Year Plan from Metropolitan Planning Commission O-55-2018 — An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2018 as prepared by the Metropolitan Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Amend Knoxville City Code regarding beer permits O-54-2018 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article II, Division 2, Section 4-69 of the Knoxville City Code relative to beer permits. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Reappoint Jody Mullins to Golf Course Advisory Committee R-159-2018 — A Resolution reappointing Jody Mullins to serve as a member of the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee. Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Grant pension to Terry L. Griffitt R-158-2018 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,390.82 per month (defined benefit only) to Terry L. Griffitt, an employee of the Knoxville General Government. Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Food City #655 wine license renewal R-157-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Food City #655 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Food City #674 wine license renewal R-156-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Food City #674 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Food City #676 wine license renewal R-155-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Food City #676 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Food City #677 wine license renewal R-154-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Food City #677 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Food City #678 wine license renewal R-153-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Food City #678 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Food City #682 wine license renewal R-152-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Food City #682 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Food City #685 wine license renewal R-151-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Food City #685 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Food City #687 wine license renewal R-150-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Food City #687 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Food City #694 wine license renewal R-149-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Food City #694 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Walmart #1318 wine license renewal R-148-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Wal-Mart Stores East, LP dba Walmart #1318 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Walmart #1320 wine license renewal R-147-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Wal-Mart Stores East, LP dba Walmart #1320 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Walmart #2065 wine license renewal R-146-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Wal-Mart Stores East, LP dba Walmart #2065 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Walmart #2310 wine license renewal R-145-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Wal-Mart Stores East, LP dba Walmart #2310 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Walmart #2932 wine license renewal R-144-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Wal-Mart Stores East, LP dba Walmart #2932 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Walmart #4167 wine license renewal R-143-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Wal-Mart Stores East, LP dba Walmart #4167 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Sam's Club #6572 wine license renewal R-142-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Sam's East, Inc. dba Sam's Club #6572 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Sam's Club #8256 wine license renewal R-141-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Sam's East, Inc. dba Sam's Club #8256 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Middlebrook Liquor Store alcohol license renewal R-140-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Middlebrook Liquor Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Frontier Package Store alcohol license renewal R-139-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Frontier Package Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Alcoa Highway Liquors alcohol license R-138-2018 — Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Ma Ambe, Inc. d/b/a Alcoa Highway Liquors relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (ABC) for a license to operate a liquor store in the City. Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 24, 2018
Approve minutes of April 10, 2018 Regular Meeting approve the minutes of the April 10, 2018 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Rezone property on SE Hinton Avenue from I-2 to O-1 3-A-18-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of Hinton Avenue, southwest of N. Central Street, from I-2 (Restricted Manufacturing and Warehousing) District to O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District, Johnny Lewis EM Jellinek Center, Applicant. (MPC approved 13-0-2) (MPC File No. 3-A-18-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Rezone property on NW Kermit Drive from SC-1/C-3 to C-3 2-A-18-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Kermit Drive, northeast of Clinton Highway, from SC-1 (Neighborhood Shopping Center) and C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District (for the entire property), Graham Corporation, Applicant. (MPC approved 9-5) (MPC File No. 2-A-18-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Rezone property on NW Kermit Drive from SC-1/C-3 to C-3 2-A-18-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Kermit Drive, northeast of Clinton Highway, from SC-1 (Neighborhood Shopping Center) and C-3 (General Commercial) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District (for the entire property), Graham Corporation, Applicant. (MPC approved 9-5) (MPC File No. 2-A-18-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Adopt the Metropolitan Planning Commission's 2018 One Year Plan 3-A-18-OYP — An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2018 as prepared by the Metropolitan Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (MPC Approved 15-0) (File No. 3-A-18-OYP) (All Districts)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Amend City Code Chapter 4, Article II, Division 2, Section 4-69 (beer permits) An Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article II, Division 2, Section 4-69 of the Knoxville City Code relative to beer permits.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Wallace)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Authorize borrowing up to $17,500,000 via General Obligation Bonds R-137-2018 — An initial Resolution authorizing the City of Knoxville, Tennessee, to borrow funds in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $17,500,000 through the issuance of its General Obligation Bonds. (Requested by Department of Finance) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Authorize request for PBA services for Civic Auditorium renovations R-136-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to request the Public Building Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee, to perform construction management services to manage and facilitate the renovations of the Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum, in an amount not to exceed $10,000,000.00, pursuant to the existing operating contract, Contract No. C-05-0300. (Requested by Department of Finance and Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Authorize agreement with Barge Design Solutions for First Creek Greenway R-135-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for a First Creek Greenway connection project for an amount not to exceed $278,500.00.(Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks & Recreation) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Authorize agreement with Willis of Tennessee for risk management consulting R-134-2018 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Willis of Tennessee, Inc. to provide professional brokerage and risk management consulting services for all property and casualty coverage for all City operations, including, without limitation, the City's workers' compensation, liability, management liability, excess liability and auto physical damage coverage, including Knoxville Area Transit's operations, for a period of five years at an annual cost not to exceed $95,000.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Confirm appointment of Jason Scott to Board of Environmental Appeals R-133-2018 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Jason Scott to the Board of Environmental Appeals for the City of Knoxville. (Requested by Mayor Rogero) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Appropriate $500.00 to Centro Hispano for flooring replacement O-53-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward the flooring replacement project.(Requested by Councilmember Welch) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Appropriate $500.00 to Centro Hispano for flooring replacement O-52-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Centro Hispano de East Tennessee to be utilized toward the flooring replacement project.(Requested by Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Appropriate $500.00 to Knoxville Opera Company for education & outreach O-51-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Opera Company to be utilized toward the furtherance of certain efforts of their education & outreach programs.(Requested by Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Appropriate $1,300.00 to Bike Walk TN for Open Streets Knoxville event O-50-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,300.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating the same to Bike Walk Tennessee serving as Fiscal Agent on behalf of the Open Streets Knoxville event.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Rider and McKenzie) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Appropriate $12,250.00 to Great Schools Partnership for Community Schools initiative O-49-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $12,250.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Great Schools Partnership to be utilized toward the Community Schools initiative.(Requested by Councilmembers Campen, Wallace, and Saunders) Schools
Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Appropriate $1,000.00 to Chance House for "From Chains to Change" program O-48-2018 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Chance House of East Tennessee to be utilized toward the "From Chains to Change" program.(Requested by Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 10, 2018
Approve minutes of March 27 and April 5, 2018 meetings approve the minutes of both the March 27, 2018 Regular Meeting of City Council and the April 5, 2018 Special Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance to rezone property on N. Middlebrook Pike to General Commercial Park An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of N. Middlebrook Pike, northeast of Henson Road, from I-2 (Restricted Manufacturing and Warehousing) District to C-6 (General Commercial Park) District, Smith/Seals LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 14-0-1) (MPC File No. 3-F-17-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance to rezone property on Pleasant Ridge Rd to Planned Residential An Ordinance to rezone property located on the north side of Pleasant Ridge Road, east of Crestpark Road, from R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District at a density of up to 4 dwelling units per acre, W. Scott Williams & Associates, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 3-A-17-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance to rezone property on Richmond Ave to Planned Residential District An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Richmond Avenue, northeast of Buick Street, from R-1A (Low Density Residential) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District at a density up to 4.2 dwelling units per acre, Christine Duncan, Applicant. (MPC approved 14-0-1) (MPC File No. 12-C-16-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance to rezone property on S. Northshore Drive to General Commercial An Ordinance to rezone property located on the southeast side of S. Northshore Drive, southwest of Wrights Ferry Road, from C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District, Mary C. Kampas, Applicant. (MPC approved 14-0-1) (MPC File No. 3-B-17-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance amending Southwest County Sector Plan for commercial zoning An Ordinance approving an amendment to the Southwest County Sector Plan from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial, property located on the southeast side of S. Northshore Drive, southwest of Wrights Ferry Road, Mary C. Kampas, Applicant. (MPC Approved 14-0-1) (File No. 3-B-17-SP) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance to close portion of Elizabeth Avenue and execute quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close a portion of Elizabeth Avenue from Sam Houston Street to the southwest property line of parcel 109 AF 009, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Jason Stephens, Applicant. (MPC Approved 14-0-1) (File No. 3-A-17-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance to close portion of Pell Street and execute quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close a portion of Pell Street from Taliwa Drive to the northern terminus, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Jose and Casey Torres, Applicant. (MPC Approved 14-0-1) (File No. 3-B-17-SC) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance to close portion of Abilene Place and execute quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close a portion of Abilene Place from N. Sixth Avenue to the eastern terminus, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (MPC Approved 15-0) (File No. 3-C-17-SC) (Fourth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance amending regulations on keeping swine or poultry An Ordinance amending Chapter 5, Article IV, Section 5-102 of the Knoxville City Code relative to keeping swine or poultry.(Requested by Councilmember Campen)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance to allow beer consumption at Lakeshore Park O-56-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article I, Section 4-1(d), Article II, Section 4-76, and Chapter 20, Article III, Section 20-61 of the Knoxville City Code relative to consumption of beer or alcoholic beverages in city parks to include language allowing consumption of beer or alcoholic beverages at Lakeshore Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance to allow beer consumption at Lakeshore Park O-56-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article I, Section 4-1(d), Article II, Section 4-76, and Chapter 20, Article III, Section 20-61 of the Knoxville City Code relative to consumption of beer or alcoholic beverages in city parks to include language allowing consumption of beer or alcoholic beverages at Lakeshore Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance to require permit holder or agent to pour and serve beer An Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article II, Division 2, Section 4-56 of the Knoxville City Code so as to require either the permit holder, an employee of the permit holder or an agent of the permit holder to pour and serve beer.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Palmer)
Withdrawn 9-0-0-0
Withdrawn
Apr 11, 2017
Ordinance to create self-service beer permit and regulations An Ordinance amending Chapter 4, Article II of the Knoxville City Code so as to create a self-service beer permit and to establish regulations for the lawful use of dispensing equipment by permitted establishments so that customers have the ability to pour their own beer.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Palmer)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Authorize agreement with S&ME Inc. for Sanitary Laundry cleanup R-129-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with S&ME Inc. for professional environmental consulting and cleanup services for the former Sanitary Laundry and Dry Cleaning facility at 625 N. Broadway for an amount not to exceed $235,000.00.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Authorize agreement with S&ME Inc. for McClung Warehouses cleanup R-128-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with S&ME Inc. for professional environmental consulting and cleanup services for the Former McClung Warehouses at 401, 420, 501, 505, 512, 517, 519, 523, and 525 W. Jackson Avenue for an amount not to exceed $175,000.00.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Authorize agreement with Galls, Inc. for uniform purchases R-127-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Galls, Inc. to provide on-line purchasing of uniform items for the Knoxville Fire Department, Public Service Department, Knoxville Area Transit, and Parks and Recreation Department in an amount not to exceed $322,500.00.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Authorize agreement with Roadway Solutions for Guardrail Replacement Program R-126-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Roadway Solutions, LLC for the Citywide Guardrail Replacement Program for an amount not to exceed $99,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Amend contract with Hickory Construction for Fort Dickerson Gateway Park Project R-125-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-16-0378 with Hickory Construction, Inc. for the Fort Dickerson Gateway Park Project, increasing the contract amount by $35,364.12 for a new contract total of $841,364.12 and extending the date of completion.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Amend contract with HS Construction for KAT Employee Parking Lot Project R-124-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-17-0046 with HS Construction and Excavating, LLC for the KAT Employee Parking Lot Project, increasing the contract amount by $59,851.34 for a new contract total of $388,549.34 and extending the date of completion.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Authorize agreement with TDOT to widen Mynderse Avenue R-123-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into Agreement No. 170047 with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation for an amount not to exceed $169,553.00 to widen Mynderse Avenue as part of the Western Avenue Project, from Texas Avenue to Major Avenue.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Authorize amendment to agreement with TDOT for Greenway Project funding R-122-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 060018 with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation to provide additional funding for the Upper Second Creek/Old City Greenway Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Authorize agreement with Gresham Smith for Pleasant Ridge Road Project Phase II R-121-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gresham Smith and Partners in an amount not to exceed $550,000.00 for the Pleasant Ridge Road Improvements Project - Phase II.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Authorize quitclaim deed to Knoxville Habitat for Humanity for property R-120-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Knoxville Habitat for Humanity, Inc. for one parcel of property located at 338 E. Moody Avenue, Parcel ID No. 109-JF-014, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $5,000.00.(Requested by Department of Community Development) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Approve contract with Crosslin & Associates for city audit R-119-2017 — A Resolution approving a contract between the City of Knoxville and Crosslin & Associates to audit the accounts of the City of Knoxville for the period of July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017 for a contract price of $173,000.00.(Requested by Council) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Deny appeal of Board of Zoning Appeals' decision regarding Capso Properties LLC variance A Resolution approving an appeal by Capso Properties LLC of the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision to deny a variance to reduce the minimum required separation distance that an alternative financial service facility must maintain from a residential district from 1000 feet to 89.3 feet, in a C-3 (General Commercial)/ F-1 (Floodway) District, property located at 3515 N. Broadway. (BZA File No. 1-H-17-VA) (BZA denied 4-1) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)
Motion to deny:Adopted 7-1-0-0
Split
Apr 11, 2017
Appropriate $5,000 to Fountain City Lions Club for park maintenance O-55-2017 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from Parks and Recreation Department funds 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
Apr 11, 2017
Appropriate $500 to Fountain City Elementary for picnic tables and benches O-54-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Fountain City Elementary school to be utilized toward picnic tables and park benches for school grounds.(Requested by Councilmember Della Volpe) Schools
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Appropriate $500 to Richard Yoakley School for community garden O-53-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Richard Yoakley School to be utilized toward a community garden on school grounds.(Requested by Councilmember Della Volpe) Schools
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Appropriate $500 to Wesley House for Summer Time Enrichment Program field trips O-52-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Wesley House Community Center Company to be utilized toward the cost of summer field trips with the Summer Time Enrichment Program.(Requested by Councilmembers Campen and Brown) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Appropriate $300 to James White's Fort Association for stockade repair O-51-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $300.00 and donating same to James White's Fort Association, Inc. to be utilized toward the repair and replacement of the support structure of the stockade walls.(Requested by Councilmember Saunders) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Appropriate $200 from Community Improvement Fund to Gresham Middle School for chromebooks O-50-2017 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $200.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Gresham Middle School to be utilized toward the purchase of up to 25 chromebooks.(Requested by Councilmember Saunders) Schools
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 11, 2017
Approve minutes from the March 28th, 2017 Regular Meeting APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Rezone property on NW side Richmond Ave from R-1A to RP-1 MPC File No. 12-C-16-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Richmond Avenue, northeast of Buick Street, from R-1A (Low Density Residential) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District, at a density of up to four dwelling units per acre, Christine Duncan, Applicant.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Ordinance to amend City Code requiring permit holder, employee, or agent to pour/serve beer An Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article II, Division 2, Section 4-56 of the Knoxville City Code so as to require either the permit holder, an employee of the permit holder or an agent of the permit holder to pour and serve beer.
Deferred 8-1-0-0
Split Deferred
Jan 17, 2017
Ordinance to amend Operating and Capital budgets for FY 2016/2017 An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2016/2017.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with AvaLawn, Inc. for TDOT controlled access sites mowing/maintenance Resolution No. R-20-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with AvaLawn, Inc. to provide mowing and grounds maintenance services to TDOT controlled access sites including I-275 corridor, for a total contract price of $136,500.00.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with B & B Lawn Services for mowing/grounds maintenance in Zones A, C, D Resolution No. R-19-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with B & B Lawn Services, Inc. to provide mowing and grounds maintenance of local medians, boulevards and other scattered sites within Zones A, C and D of the City, for a total contract price of $121,565.52.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with KMF3 Lawn and Landscaping Resolution No. R-18-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with KMF3 Lawn and Landscaping to provide landscaping services to Lakeshore Park and scattered sites/Smart Fix 40 and Suttree Landing Park, for a total contract price of $46,644.00.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Seeds of Change for mowing/grounds maintenance in Zone B Resolution No. R-17-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Seeds of Change to provide mowing and grounds maintenance services to Zone B, for a total contract price of $49,950.00.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Southern Grounds Landscaping Resolution No. R-16-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Grounds Landscaping to provide mowing and grounds maintenance services to Lakeshore Park and landscaping services to the Henley Street Connector, for a total contract price of $120,400.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with TN Association of Chiefs of Police for ICAC training Resolution No. R-15-2017 — 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 pursuant to a grant from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Programs in an amount not to exceed $82,785.00.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept $700,000 grant from US DOJ for 2017 Smart Policing Initiative Resolution No. R-14-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award in the amount of $700,000.00 from the U. S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, with no required local match, for funding of the 2017 Smart Policing Initiative.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Express appreciation to Mabry Hazen Historic Museum Foundation for property donation Resolution No. R-13-2017 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Mabry Hazen Historic Museum Foundation for the donation of property adjacent to Morningside Park, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute documents to purchase property at 2600 Brooks Road from State of TN Resolution No. R-12-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to purchase property located at 2600 Brooks Road (Parcel ID No. 095-C-G-0038) from the State of Tennessee for a purchase price of $189,200.00.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Express appreciation to KUB and authorize Mayor to accept donation of 3 acres at 4719 Old Broadway for greenway Resolution No. R-11-2017 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Knoxville Utilities Board for the donation of 3 acres of property at 4719 Old Broadway to be used for a future greenway trail and small parking area, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Fred D. (Tony) Thompson, Jr. for governmental relations services Resolution No. R-10-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fred D. (Tony) Thompson, Jr. in the amount of $55,000.00 to provide governmental relations services for the City of Knoxville.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with TargetSolutions Learning for online firefighter training system Resolution No. R-9-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with TargetSolutions Learning, LLC to provide an online learning management system for firefighter training and certifications for a term of three years with the initial cost for the first year not to exceed $27,863.00.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute documents for sale of surplus property at 0 West Street to George Edward McAlister Resolution No. R-8-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary for the sale of surplus property located at 0 West Street (Parcel ID No. 108-AK-028) to George Edward McAlister for a purchase price of $7,000.00.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to accept funds from TDOT for TCE on W. Jackson Ave for Broadway Viaduct reconstruction Resolution No. R-7-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept funds from the Tennessee Department of Transportation for temporary construction easements on property along W. Jackson Avenue in the amount of $167,010.00 for the reconstruction of the Broadway Viaduct.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to amend contract with Vaughn & Melton for 200 Block North Central St Streetscapes Project Resolution No. R-6-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-16-0006 with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the 200 Block of North Central Street Streetscapes Project, increasing the amount by $7,800.00 for a new total contract amount of $32,600.00, and extending the date of completion.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to amend contract with Vaughn & Melton for Jackson Ave Ramps Replacement Project Resolution No. R-5-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-09-0058 with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the Jackson Avenue Ramps Replacement Project, increasing the contract amount by $47,171.00 for a new contract total of $1,138,989.00 and extending the date of completion.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Southern Constructors for Old City Streetscape - North Side W. Jackson Ave Project Resolution No. R-4-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $615,461.50 for the Old City Streetscape - North Side W. Jackson Avenue Project, which is a portion of the overall Old City Streetscape Improvement Plan.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute Limited Use Agreement with CCSHP Knoxville for Cumberland Ave ROW encroachment Resolution No. R-3-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Limited Use Agreement with CCSHP Knoxville, LLC to permit its building improvements to encroach into the public right-of-way of Cumberland Avenue.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Authorize Mayor to execute renewal agreement with Knoxville Botanical Gardens for Farmer's Market/Community Kitchen renovation Resolution No. R-2-2017 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a renewal agreement with the Knoxville Botanical Gardens and Arboretum to fund the renovation and repair of one building that will house the Indoor Farmer’s Market/Community Kitchen in an amount not to exceed $230,926.00.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Rezone property on NW side Richmond Ave from R-1A to RP-1 MPC File No. 12-C-16-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of Richmond Avenue, northeast of Buick Street, from R-1A (Low Density Residential) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District, at a density of up to four dwelling units per acre, Christine Duncan, Applicant.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 17, 2017
Ordinance to amend City Code requiring permit holder, employee, or agent to pour/serve beer An Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article II, Division 2, Section 4-56 of the Knoxville City Code so as to require either the permit holder, an employee of the permit holder or an agent of the permit holder to pour and serve beer.
Deferred 8-1-0-0
Split Deferred
Jan 17, 2017
Ordinance to amend Operating and Capital budgets for FY 2016/2017 An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2016/2017.
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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