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

Filtered · year 2021
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize grant application for Knoxville Area Transit A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration and the Tennessee Department of Transportation to provide funding in the total amount of $2,068,824.00 to Knoxville Area Transit pursuant to the Highway Infrastructure Program of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act which requires a City match of $229,870.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize agreement with GMV Syncromatics for KAT's CAD/AVL System A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with GMV Syncromatics to replace Knoxville Area Transit's existing CAD/AVL System and install, integrate and host for a period of five years an intelligent transportation system solution at an initial, first-year cost not to exceed $3,419,484.00 for the contract base system and a total cost for years two through five not to exceed $1,795,455.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Leadership Foundation A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Leadership Foundation to provide $316,800.00 in HUD CDBG-CV funding for housing stability services for households impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with a specific emphasis on youth aging out of foster care, as part of the City's response to Covid-19.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize subgrantee agreement with Catholic Charities A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Catholic Charities of East Tennessee to provide funding in an amount not to exceed $35,000.00 in City of Knoxville Homeless General Funds and HUD ESG-CV funds for Emergency Shelter/Services, as part of the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize agreement for Pedestrian and Bicycle Pavement Marking Project R-165-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Superior Pavement Marking, Inc. for the 2021 Pedestrian and Bicycle Pavement Marking Project for an amount not to exceed $228,262.50.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize contribution to United Way for violence interruption R-164-2021 — A Resolution authorizing a contribution not to exceed $50,000.00 to the United Way of Greater Knoxville's Direct Neighborhood Fund to support violence interruption activities led by local non-profit organizations.(Requested by Community Empowerment) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize agreement for new play structure at Fort Kid R-163-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Great Southern Recreation for the final design and construction of a new play structure at Fort Kid at World's Fair Park for an amount not to exceed $450,000.00.(Requested by Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Authorize agreement with Change Center for youth enrichment R-162-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the Change Center to support youth enrichment services in Knoxville starting in the summer of 2021 and to provide additional services in support of Empower Knox and other City initiatives in an amount not to exceed $150,000.00.(Requested by Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Approve appeal for property at 4605 Central Avenue Pike 4-E-21-VA — A Resolution approving an Appeal by Benjamin C. Mullins on behalf of Dr. Todd Stinnett of the Board of Zoning Appeal’s decision to uphold the Zoning Administrator's interpretation, described herein, for property located at 4605 Central Avenue Pike. (File No. 4-E-21-VA).(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections) Zoning & land use
Motion to deny:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Confirm appointments to Design Review Board R-161-2021 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Cameron Bolin and reappointment of Rick Blackburn and John Thurman to the Design Review Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Grant pension to Jason W. Keck R-160-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,737.82 per month to Jason W. Keck, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Grant pension to Franklin L. Ramsey R-159-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,378.50 per month to Franklin L. Ramsey, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Grant pension to Chevelle C. Lewis R-158-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,097.87 per month to Chevelle C. Lewis, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Grant pension to Keith J. Hogue R-157-2021 — A Resolution granting a pension of $705.77 per month to Keith J. Hogue, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 1, 2021
Approve minutes of May 18, 2021 meeting approve the minutes of the May 18, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution appreciating Legacy Parks Foundation's donation of land and authorizing acceptance R-156-2021 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Legacy Parks Foundation for the donation of 53.86 Acres on the north side of Sharps Ridge and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to amend agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for Foyer restrooms R-155-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a First Amendment to Agreement No. C-20-0278 with Volunteer Ministry Center to provide an additional $58,342.00 in ESG-CV funds for rehabilitation/construction of the public restroom facilities at The Foyer and to extend the term of the Agreement to allow time for completion of this work, as part of the City's response to COVID-19.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to agree with Volunteer Ministry Center for rapid re-housing funds R-154-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center to provide an amount not to exceed $585,700.00 in HUD ESG-CV funds for rapid re-housing services, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to contract with Duracap Asphalt Paving for 2021 Citywide Paving R-152-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Duracap Asphalt Paving Company, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $336,864.20 for the 2021 Citywide Facilities Paving Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to acquire property for Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project up to $125k R-151-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, in fee simple and for easements within five tracts of real property as part of the Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project for a total amount not to exceed $125,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution proposing annexation of land near Luscombe Drive and Bardon Road, with service plan R-150-2021 — A Resolution proposing to annex a tract of land northeast of Luscombe Drive and approximately 300 feet northeast of the intersection of Bardon Road and Luscombe Drive and to approve a plan of services for said area.(Requested by Economic and Community Development) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution proposing annexation of land near Callahan Drive and approval of services plan R-149-2021 — A Resolution proposing to annex one parcel of land and a portion of a parcel of land abutting the northern right-of-way of Callahan Drive and to approve a plan of services for said area.(Requested by Economic and Community Development) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to agree with LMU for parking at 1531 St. Mary's Street R-148-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) for the non-exclusive use of 205 parking spaces at 1531 St. Mary's Street to provide parking for students, staff and visitors of LMU's educational facility at Magdalen Clarke Tower for a period of one year for $500.00 per year with the option to renew for four one-year extensions.(Requested by Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution honoring Knoxville historians Robert "Bob" Booker and Jack Neely R-147-2021 — A Resolution honoring notable Knoxville historians Robert "Bob" Booker and Jack Neely.(Requested by Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to rezone 2100 Chipman Street from RN-4 to I-MU O-65-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2100 Chipman Street from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Terry L. Harris, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-F-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance approving One Year Plan Amendment for 2100 Chipman Street from Heavy to Light Industrial O-64-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Terry L. Harris for a One Year Plan Amendment from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial for property located at 2100 Chipman Street. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-A-21-PA) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to amend Central City Sector Plan for 2100 Chipman Street from Heavy to Light Industrial O-63-2021 — An Ordinance approving the request of Terry L. Harris for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial for property located at 2100 Chipman Street. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-B-21-SP) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to amend Zoning Code to remove planned district designation from O Nickle Road O-62-2021 — An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as "The City of Knoxville Zoning Code," to remove a previously approved planned district (C) designation from property located at O Nickle Road, Chris Sharp, P.E. / Urban Engineering, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 4-F-21-SU) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to amend Knoxville City Code to establish the Affordable Housing Fund O-61-2021 — An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Articles II and IV of the Knoxville City Code to establish the Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund.(Requested by Administration) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to amend City Code Section 2-450 regarding Classification and Compensation Plans O-60-2021 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Article III, Division 2, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Ordinance to levy property tax for General Fund & Debt Service Fund for FY 2021-2022 O-59-2021 — An Ordinance to levy a tax on all taxable properties, real, personal and mixed, within the corporate limits of the City of Knoxville to provide sufficient revenues to fund the General fund and Debt Service Fund operations and Debt Service obligations of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution confirming Lola Alapo's appointment to Visit Knoxville Board of Directors R-146-2021 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Lola Alapo to the Visit Knoxville Board of Directors.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Resolution appointing Councilmember Amelia Parker to Community Television of Knoxville Board R-145-2021 — A Resolution appointing Councilmember Amelia Parker to serve on the Board of Directors of Community Television of Knoxville.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 18, 2021
Approval of minutes from the May 4, 2021 City Council meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the May 4, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance to rezone property at 2100 Chipman Street from RN-4 to I-MU District An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2100 Chipman Street from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to I-MU (Industrial Mixed-Use) District, Terry L. Harris, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-F-21-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance approving One Year Plan Amendment for 2100 Chipman Street An Ordinance approving the request of Terry L. Harris for a One Year Plan Amendment from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial for property located at 2100 Chipman Street. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-A-21-PA) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance approving amendment to Central City Sector Plan for 2100 Chipman Street An Ordinance approving the request of Terry L. Harris for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Heavy Industrial to Light Industrial for property located at 2100 Chipman Street. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 4-B-21-SP) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance to amend Knoxville Zoning Code by removing planned district designation from O Nickle Road property An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as "The City of Knoxville Zoning Code," to remove a previously approved planned district (C) designation from property located at O Nickle Road, Chris Sharp, P.E. / Urban Engineering, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 4-F-21-SU) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance to amend City Code to establish Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund An Ordinance to amend Chapter 2, Articles II and IV of the Knoxville City Code to establish the Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund.(Requested by Administration)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance to amend City Code regarding Classification and Compensation Plans An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Article III, Division 2, Section 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the City of Knoxville's Classification and Compensation Plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Ordinance to levy tax on all taxable properties for City of Knoxville FY 2021-2022 An Ordinance to levy a tax on all taxable properties, real, personal and mixed, within the corporate limits of the City of Knoxville to provide sufficient revenues to fund the General fund and Debt Service Fund operations and Debt Service obligations of the City of Knoxville for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022.(Requested by Finance Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Cintas for uniform and floor mat rental R-144-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Participating Agency Agreement with Cintas for the rental of uniforms and floor mats in an amount not to exceed $80,000 annually.(Requested by Purchasing) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League for HUD CDBG-CV funds R-143-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League to provide an amount not to exceed $90,000.00 in HUD CDBG-CV funds for Housing Stabilization Services, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to enter construction agreement with CSX for Amherst Road Slope Stabilization R-140-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a construction agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $230,405.12 as part of the Amherst Road Slope Stabilization Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to acquire easements within CSX property for Amherst Road Slope Stabilization R-139-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire easements by negotiated purchase within CSX Transportation Railroad property for $23,000.00, as part of the Amherst Road Slope Stabilization Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for Woodland Avenue Bridge repair R-137-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $163,053.00 for the Woodland Avenue Bridge Joint & Approach Repair Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for Boyds Bridge Pike repair R-136-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $131,425.00 for the Boyds Bridge Pike Bridge Joint and Approach Repair Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for 2021 Resurfacing Phase II R-135-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $3,056,338.25 for the 2021 Resurfacing Phase II Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Appoint Julie Eisenhower to the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee R-134-2021 — A Resolution appointing Julie Eisenhower to serve as a member of the Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee.(Requested by Councilmember Testerman) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Confirm Mayor's nomination of Amy Midis to Planning Commission R-133-2021 — A Resolution confirming the Mayor's nomination of Amy Midis to a seat on the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Approve reappointment of Maribel Koella to Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority R-132-2021 — A Resolution approving the reappointment of Maribel Koella to the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Grant a pension of $3,360.40 per month to Krista L. Davies A Resolution granting a pension of $3,360.40 per month to Krista L. Davies, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Grant a pension of $874.95 per month to Darrell G. Johnson A Resolution granting a pension of $874.95 per month to Darrell G. Johnson, an employee of the Knoxville Police Department.(Requested by Pension Board)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Grant a pension of $4,247.23 per month to Donald R. Emmett, Jr. A Resolution granting a pension of $4,247.23 per month to Donald R. Emmett, Jr., an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Approve Certificate of Compliance for KNX400, LLC d/b/a Earth Fare wine license A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KNX400, LLC d/b/a Earth Fare relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Towne Fine Wine & Spirits liquor store license A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Towne Fine Wine & Spirits, LLC d/b/a Towne Fine Wine & Spirits relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (ABC) for a license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Finance Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 4, 2021
Approve minutes from the April 20, 2021 City Council regular meeting Approval of the minutes of the April 20, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Rezone properties on Merchant Drive and Oakhill Drive to RN-5 / HP District 12-d — An Ordinance to rezone a portion of property located at 2400 Merchant Drive from C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District and AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) / HP (Hillside Protection) District, and to rezone a portion of properties located at 2600 Merchant Drive and 5291 Oakhill Drive from AG (Agricultural) / HP (Hillside Protection) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) / HP (Hillside Protection) District, Benjamin C. Mullins for Hilton Capital Group, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-C-21-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Approve one-year plan amendment for properties on Merchant Drive and Oakhill Drive 12-c — An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for Hilton Capital Group for a One Year Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential / Hillside Protection to Medium Density Residential/Office / Hillside Protection for a portion of properties located at 2400 and 2600 Merchant Drive and at 5291 Oakhill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-E-21-PA) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Approve plan amendment for properties on Merchant Drive and Oakhill Drive 12-b — An Ordinance approving the request of Benjamin C. Mullins for Hilton Capital Group for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential / Hillside Protection to Medium Density Residential/Office / Hillside Protection for a portion of properties located at 2400 and 2600 Merchant Drive and at 5291 Oakhill Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-E-21-SP) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to lease Dr. E. V. Davidson Recreation Center pool to Emerald Youth Foundation R-126-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement to lease the pool facilities at the Dr. E. V. Davidson Recreation Center located at 3124 Wilson Avenue to Emerald Youth Foundation for serving the youth of Knoxville.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to license agreement with State of Tennessee for Downtown PetSafe Dog Park R-125-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a license agreement with the State of Tennessee allowing the continued use of the Downtown PetSafe Dog Park.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries for Housing Assistance R-124-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries to provide an amount not to exceed $200,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant/Community Development Block Grant - Coronavirus funds for Housing Assistance, as part of the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize submission of CDBG/ESG proposals and amendments to 2019-2021 Action Plans R-123-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the submission of Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Solutions Grant program funding proposals under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, and Substantial Amendments to the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 Annual Action Plans for Housing and Neighborhood Development to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any associated documents and certifications.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to agreement with KUB for infrastructure sharing R-122-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with the Knoxville Utilities Board to share infrastructure and installation expenses for communications and traffic systems equipment and cabling.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to amend contract with CDM Smith for Amherst Road Slope Stabilization R-121-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0371 with CDM Smith, Inc. to provide additional design services for the Amherst Road Slope Stabilization Project, increasing the contract amount by $22,261.00 for a new contract total of $134,384.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute easement with K&H River Railroad for Sevier Avenue project R-120-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an easement agreement with the Knoxville & Holston River Railroad Company for a public grade railroad crossing as part of the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Authorize Mayor to execute easement for Kress Building encroachment into public right-of-way R-119-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an easement agreement to allow existing features of the Kress Building at 417 Gay Street to encroach into the public rights-of-way for Gay Street and Strong Alley.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Approve contract extension with Crosslin & Associates for FY2021 audit R-117-2021 — A Resolution approving an extension of a contract, Document No. C-18-0283, with Crosslin & Associates to audit the accounts of the City of Knoxville for the Fiscal Year ending 2021 for a total contract price of $169,500.00.(Requested by Audit Committee) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Rezone 202 Cedar Lane from Office District to General Commercial District O-55-2021 — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 202 Cedar Lane from O (Office) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Ritesh Gaba, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-C-21-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Adopt the 2021 One Year Plan prepared by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission O-54-2021 — An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2021 as prepared by the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 3-A-21-OYP) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Close unnamed alley between Anderson Drive and Parcel 121 AB 018 O-53-2021 — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between Anderson Drive and the western property line of parcel 121 AB 018 and bisecting parcel 121 AB 017, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Central Baptist Church of Bearden, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-A-21-AC) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Close western end of McCarty Avenue; Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds O-52-2021 — An Ordinance to close the western end of McCarty Avenue between West Blount Avenue and the northeast corner of Parcel 109 IH 017, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Bobby C. Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-C-21-SC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Close eastern portion of McCarty Avenue; Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds O-51-2021 — An Ordinance to close the eastern portion of McCarty Avenue between the northwest corner of Parcel 109 IH 014 and the northwest corner of Parcel 109 IH 008, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Bobby C. Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-B-21-SC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Close a portion of Wrinkle Avenue; Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to adjacent owners O-50-2021 — An Ordinance to close a portion of Wrinkle Avenue beginning 50 feet to the west of the southeast lot line of parcel 109 IA 011 and continuing to the southwest lot line of parcel 109 IA 011, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Bobby C. Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-A-21-SC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Appropriate $5,000 to Word of Life Ministries for COVID-19 community outreach O-49-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Word of Life Ministries to assist in its efforts to continue community outreach to underserved, unemployed individuals and communities impacted by COVID-19.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Amend City Code to allow prescribed grazing by sheep in addition to goats O-48-2021 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, Article VI, Section 5-108, to allow prescribed grazing by sheep in addition to prescribed grazing by goats.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Confirm reappointments of Jackie Lane and Beth Waters to Community Television Board R-114-2021 — A Resolution confirming the reappointments of Jackie Lane and Beth Waters to the Board of Directors of Community Television of Knoxville.(Requested by Law Department) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 20, 2021
Approve minutes from the April 6, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council approve the minutes of the April 6, 2021 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Rezone 202 Cedar Lane from O to C-G-1 3-C-21-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 202 Cedar Lane from O (Office) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Ritesh Gaba, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-C-21-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Adopt the 2021 One Year Plan 3-A-21-OYP — An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2021 as prepared by the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 3-A-21-OYP) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Close unnamed alley between Anderson Dr and parcel 121 AB 018 3-A-21-AC — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley between Anderson Drive and the western property line of parcel 121 AB 018 and bisecting parcel 121 AB 017, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Central Baptist Church of Bearden, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-A-21-AC) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Close western end of McCarty Avenue 3-C-21-SC — An Ordinance to close the western end of McCarty Avenue between West Blount Avenue and the northeast corner of Parcel 109 IH 017, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Bobby C. Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-C-21-SC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Close eastern portion of McCarty Avenue 3-B-21-SC — An Ordinance to close the eastern portion of McCarty Avenue between the northwest corner of Parcel 109 IH 014 and the northwest corner of Parcel 109 IH 008, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Bobby C. Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-B-21- SC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Close portion of Wrinkle Avenue 3-A-21-SC — An Ordinance to close a portion of Wrinkle Avenue beginning 50 feet to the west of the southeast lot line of parcel 109 IA 011 and continuing to the southwest lot line of parcel 109 IA 011, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Bobby C. Smelcer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 3-A-21-SC) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Appropriate $5,000 to Word of Life Ministries for community outreach appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Empowerment Budget and donating same to Word of Life Ministries to assist in its efforts to continue community outreach to underserved, unemployed individuals and communities impacted by COVID-19.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Allow prescribed grazing by sheep in addition to goats allow prescribed grazing by sheep in addition to prescribed grazing by goats.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize grant application for older driver education and outreach R-113-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from the State of Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $50,000.00, with no required local match, to provide for an event coordinator, technician training, safety education programs, supplies and overtime costs related to an education and outreach program for older drivers.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize grant application for community traffic safety education R-112-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award from the State of Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $10,000.00, with no required local match, to provide for enhanced community traffic safety education programs, the printing of outreach materials and to cover the costs of overtime.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize grant application for seat belt and child seat safety programs R-111-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award from the State of Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $65,000.00, with no required local match, to provide for the presentation of seat belt and child seat check points and education programs.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize grant application for teen driver safety education programs R-110-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award from the State of Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $50,000.00, with no required local match, to provide for new and continuing educational programs to increase teen driver safety awareness and promote good decision making.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize grant application for safety enforcement and bike/pedestrian campaigns R-109-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award from the State of Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $50,000.00, with no required local match, to provide enhanced safety enforcement and to purchase supplies for use in bicycle and pedestrian safety campaigns.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize grant application for drunk driving education and enforcement R-108-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award from the State of Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $50,000.00, with no required match, to purchase drunk driving educational equipment and to fund overtime for sustained alcohol and impaired driving enforcement and safety education programs.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize grant application for radar equipment and traffic enforcement R-107-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from the State of Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $140,800.00, with no required local match, to purchase radar equipment and to provide overtime funding for traffic enforcement focusing on impaired, distracted or aggressive driving.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize grant application for high visibility enforcement funding R-106-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award from the State of Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $5,000.00, with no required local match, to provide overtime costs for a program focused on high visibility enforcement.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize grant application for electric buses for Knoxville Area Transit R-105-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration in the amount of $4,800,000.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Low or No Emission Grant Assistance (Section 5339(c)) for fiscal year 2021, with a City match of up to $1,200,000.00 to purchase electric buses for Knoxville Area Transit for a total project amount of $6,000,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize Release of Excess Easement for 525 Henley Street R-104-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Release of Excess Easement for property located at 525 Henley Street.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize proposal for southbound right turn lane on Lovell Rd at Parkside Dr R-103-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a proposal with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation to install an additional southbound right turn lane on Lovell Road at Parkside Drive.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize agreement with Cannon & Cannon for Cumberland Ave signal improvements R-102-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. to provide professional design services for the Cumberland Avenue Area Signal Improvements - Advanced Traffic Management System Project for an amount not to exceed $497,810.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 6, 2021
Authorize agreement with Cities United for violence reduction services R-101-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Cities United to provide coaching and capacity building services related to violence reduction for an amount not to exceed $75,000.00.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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90.5%

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

Excludes 114 motions not yet published.

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  • unanimous6399
  • split443
  • failed91
  • deferred332
  • withdrawn73

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