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

Filtered · year 2023
May 2, 2023
Apply for and accept School Violence Prevention Program Grant R-136-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for and accept a School Violence Prevention Program Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services in a joint amount not to exceed $500,000.00 for both the City and Knox County Schools, the City's portion not to exceed $175,000.00 with a 25% match not to exceed $43,750.00, to be used for equipment, supplies, speaker fees, travel and training for school violence prevention at Knox County Schools.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Submit 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan and authorize Mayor to execute documents R-135-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the submission of the 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan to the Five-Year Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development 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 Housing and Neighborhood Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Authorize agreement with Abacus Hive for budget and accounting services R-134-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Two Sisters Ventures, Inc. d/b/a Abacus Hive to provide professional budget and accounting services to the City's Finance Department for various important projects in an amount not to exceed $130,000.00 with two optional one-year extensions.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Authorize agreement with Rogers Group for Resurfacing Phase II R-133-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $5,495,384.50 for the 2023 Resurfacing Phase II Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Authorize PILOT payments for property at 200 W Fifth Avenue R-132-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from Blue Dog Capital Partners, LLC, or an affiliate thereof, payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes (“PILOT”) with respect to certain real property located at 200 W Fifth Avenue, Parcel ID No. 094 ED 007, Knoxville, Tennessee, and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tennessee Code Annotated Section 7-53-305.(Requested by Economic Development) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Recognize Centennial Anniversary of Knoxville Garden Club R-131-2023 — A Resolution recognizing the Centennial Anniversary of the Knoxville Garden Club and celebrating the community involvement of members of the Knoxville Garden Club over these 100 years.(Requested by Council) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Recognize Centennial Anniversary of Knoxville Garden Club R-131-2023 — A Resolution recognizing the Centennial Anniversary of the Knoxville Garden Club and celebrating the community involvement of members of the Knoxville Garden Club over these 100 years.(Requested by Council) Parks & community
Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Change zoning at 7700 Pinner Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 O-67-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 7700 Pinner Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, T. Dean LaRue, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-J-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Revise Oath of Office for Airport Authority Commissioners O-66-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code Chapter 2, Article I, to revise the Oath of Office of the Commissioners of the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority.(Requested by Administration) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Confirm appointments to Mayor's Council on Disability Issues R-130-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Ashley Wells Ajinkya and Hilary Brooks to the Mayor's Council on Disability Issues for the remainder of the current fiscal year.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Confirm appointment to Animal Control Board R-129-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Deputy Chief David Powell to the Knoxville Animal Control Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023 Grant pension to James L. Price R-124-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,778.10 per month to James L. Price, 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
May 2, 2023 Grant pension to Gary B. Seymour R-125-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $4,366.01 per month to Gary B. Seymour, an employee of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
May 2, 2023 Grant pension to Michael D. Ishibashi R-126-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,765.03 per month to Michael D. Ishibashi, 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
May 2, 2023 Grant pension to Alvin L. Madgett R-127-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,044.93 per month to Alvin L. Madgett, 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
May 2, 2023 Grant pension to Gregory D. Roberts R-128-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,794.04 per month to Gregory D. Roberts, 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
May 2, 2023
Approve previous meeting minutes approve the minutes of the April 18, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Change zoning from RN-1 to RN-2 at 7700 Pinner Drive An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 7700 Pinner Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, T. Dean LaRue, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-J-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Amend Oath of Office for Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority Commissioners An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code Chapter 2, Article I, to revise the Oath of Office of the Commissioners of the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority.(Requested by Administration)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Apply for EPA Climate and Pollution Reduction Grant R-123-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a Climate and Pollution Reduction Grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency in the amount of $1,000,000.00, with no local match required, to develop a region-wide plan for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and other harmful air pollutants.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Award funds to Callahan Flats, LP for affordable housing development R-122-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award an amount not to exceed $2,900,000.00 from the HOME American Rescue Plan Program to Callahan Flats, LP for the development of 58 affordable housing units to be located at 1511 Callahan Drive.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Award funds to Callahan Flats, LP for affordable rental housing R-121-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award an amount not to exceed $900,000.00 from the Affordable Rental Development Program to Callahan Flats, LP for the development of 30 affordable rental housing units to be located at 1511 Callahan Drive.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Execute subgrantee agreement with Community Action Committee for Homeless Services R-120-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $105,000.00 in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development CARES Act supplemental Community Development Block Grant - Coronavirus funds for Public Services (Homeless Services), as part of the City's response to the Covid-19 pandemic.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Execute quitclaim deed to Sean Bolen and Alison Hardy for property at 523 E. Oklahoma Ave R-119-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Sean Bolen and Alison Hardy, for one parcel of property located at 523 E. Oklahoma Avenue, Parcel ID No. 081-LC-016, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $110,500.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Amend agreement with Edison Electric for streetlight maintenance R-118-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the Agreement with Edison Electric, LLC, for the as-needed maintenance and repair of the City's streetlights and high masts, increasing the annual contract amount by $170,000.00 for a new total annual amount not to exceed $1,550,000.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Amend contract with AECOM for Cherry Street Sinkhole Project R-117-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. to provide design services for the Cherry Street Sinkhole Water Quality Improvements Project, increasing the contract amount by $22,284.00 for a new contract total of $70,114.00, and extending the date of completion to May 19, 2023.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Request adjustment to operating budget approval timeline R-116-2023 — A Resolution respectfully requesting an adjustment to the timeline for City Council's approval of the operating budget of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Councilmember Parker) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Change zoning from RN-1 to INST at 5600 Western Avenue O-65-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 5600 Western Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to INST (Institutional) District, River’s Edge Christian Academy, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-N-23-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Change zoning from AG to I-G at 0 North Middlebrook Pike O-64-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 North Middlebrook Pike from AG (General Agricultural) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, Christos Christopoulos, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-G-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Change zoning from OP to RN-5 at 0 Dowell Springs Boulevard O-63-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of a portion of property located at 0 Dowell Springs Boulevard from OP (Office Park) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Dowell Springs Company, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 3-B-23-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Change zoning from RN-1 to RN-4 at 4628 Washington Pike O-62-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 4628 Washington Pike from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Victor Jernigan, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-E-23-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Change zoning from RN-1 to RN-2 at 4614 Washington Pike O-61-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of a portion of property located at 4614 Washington Pike from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Victor Jernigan, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-D-23-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Adopt the 2023 One Year Plan O-60-2023 — An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2023 as prepared by the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 3-A-23-OYP) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Close portion of Anderson Drive and execute quitclaim deeds O-59-2023 — An Ordinance to close a portion of Anderson Drive between Henry Chiles Street and the western terminus of Anderson Drive, subject to 2 conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Central Baptist Church of Bearden, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-B-23-SC) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Close Henry Chiles Street and execute quitclaim deeds O-58-2023 — An Ordinance to close Henry Chiles Street between Deane Hill Drive and Anderson Drive, subject to 2 conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Central Baptist Church of Bearden, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-A-23-SC) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Amend Capital and Operating Budgets, transfer surplus funds O-57-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Capital Budget and the Operating Budget, both as approved by Ordinance No. O-56-2022 for Fiscal Year 22/23 and to transfer surplus, excess, or unencumbered funds between various units and funds as reflected in the various funds and budgets of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Confirm Courtney Bergmeier and Kristin Farley to Visit Knoxville Board R-115-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Courtney Bergmeier and Kristin Farley to the Visit Knoxville Board of Directors.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Elect David Bocangel and Brian Tapp to Industrial Development Board for Downtown Cinema R-114-2023 — A Resolution electing David Bocangel and Brian Tapp to serve as members of the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville for the Downtown Cinema, Inc.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Elect David Bocangel to Industrial Development Board R-113-2023 — A Resolution electing David Bocangel to serve as a member of the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023
Reappoint Jeffrey Hagood and Rosalyn Tillman to Sports Authority Board R-112-2023 — A Resolution reappointing Jeffrey Hagood and Rosalyn Tillman as directors of the Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee.(Requested by Councilmember McKenzie) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 18, 2023 Approve Certificate of Compliance, Weigel Stores, Inc. Retail Food Store Wine License R-111-2023 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Weigel Stores, Inc. d/b/a Weigel's #18 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Apr 18, 2023
Approve minutes of April 4, 2023 Regular Meeting approve the minutes of the April 4, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning at 5600 Western Avenue from RN-1 to INST j. — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 5600 Western Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to INST (Institutional) District, River’s Edge Christian Academy, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-N-23-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning at 0 North Middlebrook Pike from AG to I-G h. — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 North Middlebrook Pike from AG (General Agricultural) District to I-G (General Industrial) District, Christos Christopoulos, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-G-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning at 0 Dowell Springs Boulevard from OP to RN-5 g. — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of a portion of property located at 0 Dowell Springs Boulevard from OP (Office Park) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Dowell Springs Company, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 3-B-23-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning at 4628 Washington Pike from RN-1 to RN-4 f. — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 4628 Washington Pike from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Victor Jernigan, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0) (File No. 1-E-23-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning at 4614 Washington Pike from RN-1 to RN-2 e. — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 4614 Washington Pike from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Victor Jernigan, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-D-23-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted —
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning at 4614 Washington Pike from RN-1 to RN-2 e. — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 4614 Washington Pike from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Victor Jernigan, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 1-D-23-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to amend:Adopted —
Apr 4, 2023
Adopt the 2023 One Year Plan by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission d. — An Ordinance to adopt the One Year Plan dated 2023 as prepared by the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for the City of Knoxville. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0) (File No. 3-A-23-OYP) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Close portion of Anderson Drive between Henry Chiles Street and its western terminus c. — An Ordinance to close a portion of Anderson Drive between Henry Chiles Street and the western terminus of Anderson Drive, subject to 2 conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Central Baptist Church of Bearden, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-B-23-SC) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Close Henry Chiles Street between Deane Hill Drive and Anderson Drive b. — An Ordinance to close Henry Chiles Street between Deane Hill Drive and Anderson Drive, subject to 2 conditions, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Central Baptist Church of Bearden, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-A-23-SC) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Amend Capital and Operating Budgets for FY 22/23, transfer surplus funds a. — An Ordinance to amend the Capital Budget and the Operating Budget, both as approved by Ordinance No. O-56-2022 for Fiscal Year 22/23 and to transfer surplus, excess, or unencumbered funds between various units and funds as reflected in the various funds and budgets of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for trail maintenance R-110-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for the professional natural surface trail maintenance services at select parks within the City to ensure proper, routine maintenance of the City's natural surface trails for an amount not to exceed $100,000.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to join Tennessee State-Subdivision Opioid Abatement Agreement amendment R-109-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the City of Knoxville, to execute all documents necessary to join the State of Tennessee and other local governments in amending the Tennessee State-Subdivision Opioid Abatement Agreement and approving the related settlement agreements.(Requested by Law Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to apply for FTA grant for bus and bus facilities for Knoxville Area Transit R-108-2023 — 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 $3,600,000.00 on behalf of Knoxville Area Transit for Bus and Bus Facilities Grant Assistance (Section 5339(b)) for fiscal year 2023, with a City match of up to $900,000.00 to purchase and install electric bus charging equipment at Knoxville Station for a total project amount of $4,500,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to apply for FTA grant for electric bus charging equipment at Knoxville Station R-107-2023 — 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 $3,600,000.00 on behalf of Knoxville Area Transit for Low or No Emission Grant Assistance (Section 5339(c)) for fiscal year 2023, with a City match of up to $900,000.00 to purchase and install electric bus charging equipment at Knoxville Station for a total project amount of $4,500,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Accela, Inc. for cloud-based work order management system R-106-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a three-year agreement with Accela, Inc. to upgrade the current work order management system and convert it to a cloud-based, remotely-hosted software management system in an amount not to exceed $1,339,915.06.(Requested by Information Technology) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to amend agreement with CAC for Lead-Safe & Healthy Homes projects R-105-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to Agreement No. C-22-0479 with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee providing gap funding for Knoxville Lead-Safe & Healthy Homes projects to expand the eligibility requirements of the agreement to include owner-occupied units and to correspondingly provide additional funds in an amount not to exceed $19,167.00, for a new contract amount not to exceed $43,667.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to accept donation of firefighter boots and facepieces from First Responder Institute R-104-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept and express appreciation to the First Responder Institute for donating used firefighter boots and HT Full Facepieces to the Knoxville Fire Department for an approximate value of $12,125.00.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to amend Bank of America contract to extend banking services term R-103-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0262 with Bank of America to extend the term for comprehensive banking services to provide time for the procurement and completion of a new banking services contract.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Southern Constructors for Kingston Pike project R-102-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $2,199,974.00 for the Kingston Pike Complete Connections Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Willis Towers Watson for risk consulting services R-101-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Willis Towers Watson Southeast, Inc. to provide professional brokerage and risk management consulting services for all property and casualty coverage for all City operations and Knoxville Area Transit operations for a period of five years at an annual cost not to exceed $115,000.00 for the first and second years, $120,000.00 for the third year, $125,000.00 for the fourth year, and $130,000.00 for the fifth year.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to award West Hills Community Association $550 micro grant for pickleball tournament R-100-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the West Hills Community Association to award a micro grant in the amount of $550.00 to support the West Hills Dogwood Pickleball Tournament.(Requested by Office of Neighborhood Empowerment) Parks & community
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Change zoning of properties on Francis, Old Amherst, and Helmbolt Roads from AG to RN-2 O-56-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 and 1817 Francis Road, 0 Old Amherst Road, and 0 Helmbolt Road from AG (Agricultural) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Huber Properties, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-R-21-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Apr 4, 2023
Appropriate $5,000 from Community Empowerment to T3 Corp for youth program O-55-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to T3 Corp to support its Mentoring and Inspirational Speaker program that empowers youth to overcome traumatic experiences.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Confirm appointments of Ben Ream and Dennis Murphy to Better Building Board R-99-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Ben Ream and Dennis Murphy to the Better Building Board of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023 Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Casey's #4046 wine license R-96-2023 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Casey's #4046 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Apr 4, 2023 Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Casey's #4206 wine license R-97-2023 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Casey's #4206 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Apr 4, 2023 Resolution approving Certificate of Compliance for Casey's #4212 wine license R-98-2023 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Casey's #4212 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Apr 4, 2023
Ordinance to change zoning at 7700 Pinner Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 12-i — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 7700 Pinner Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, T. Dean LaRue, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 3-J-23-RZ) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to defer:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Approve minutes of the March 22, 2023 Special Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the March 22, 2023 Special Meeting of City Council
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Approve minutes of the March 21, 2023 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the March 21, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2023
Resolution opposing SB 0526 and reaffirming local control over city elections. R-95-2023 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville requesting that SB 0526 be opposed by members of the Knox County Delegation and the Senate State and Local Government Committee and reaffirming the rights and guarantees provided to the citizens of Knoxville through their adoption of home rule under Article 11, Section 9 of the Constitution and in the rights so enshrined by vote of the people do hereby encourage the members of the State Legislature to continue to acknowledge and support local control over city elections as reserved for the people of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Vice-Mayor Roberto) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2023
Resolution opposing SB 0526 and reaffirming local control over city elections. R-95-2023 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville requesting that SB 0526 be opposed by members of the Knox County Delegation and the Senate State and Local Government Committee and reaffirming the rights and guarantees provided to the citizens of Knoxville through their adoption of home rule under Article 11, Section 9 of the Constitution and in the rights so enshrined by vote of the people do hereby encourage the members of the State Legislature to continue to acknowledge and support local control over city elections as reserved for the people of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Vice-Mayor Roberto) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Motion to amend:Adopted —
Mar 22, 2023
Resolution opposing SB 0526 and reaffirming home rule for city elections. R-95-2023 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville requesting that SB 0526 be opposed by members of the Knox County Delegation and the Senate State and Local Government Committee and reaffirming the rights and guarantees provided to the citizens of Knoxville through their adoption of home rule under Article 11, Section 9 of the Constitution and in the rights so enshrined by vote of the people do hereby encourage the members of the State Legislature to continue to acknowledge and support local control over city elections as reserved for the people of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Vice-Mayor Roberto) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2023
Resolution opposing SB 0526 and reaffirming home rule for city elections. R-95-2023 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville requesting that SB 0526 be opposed by members of the Knox County Delegation and the Senate State and Local Government Committee and reaffirming the rights and guarantees provided to the citizens of Knoxville through their adoption of home rule under Article 11, Section 9 of the Constitution and in the rights so enshrined by vote of the people do hereby encourage the members of the State Legislature to continue to acknowledge and support local control over city elections as reserved for the people of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Vice-Mayor Roberto) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Appropriate $36,650 from Community Improvement Fund for donations to agencies O-54-2023 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $36,650.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Community Agencies and Organizations as set forth in the attachment.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmembers Smith, Singh, Rider, McKenzie, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Appropriate $36,650 from Community Improvement Fund for donations to agencies O-54-2023 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $36,650.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Community Agencies and Organizations as set forth in the attachment.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmembers Smith, Singh, Rider, McKenzie, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Budget & taxes
Motion to amend:Adopted —
Mar 21, 2023
Change zoning at Francis Road, Old Amherst Road, Helmbolt Road from AG to RN-2 10-R-21-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 and 1817 Francis Road, 0 Old Amherst Road, and 0 Helmbolt Road from AG (Agricultural) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Huber Properties, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-R-21-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 21, 2023
Change zoning at Francis Road, Old Amherst Road, Helmbolt Road from AG to RN-2 10-R-21-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 and 1817 Francis Road, 0 Old Amherst Road, and 0 Helmbolt Road from AG (Agricultural) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Huber Properties, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-R-21-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted —
Mar 21, 2023
Change zoning at Francis Road, Old Amherst Road, Helmbolt Road from AG to RN-2 10-R-21-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 and 1817 Francis Road, 0 Old Amherst Road, and 0 Helmbolt Road from AG (Agricultural) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Huber Properties, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-R-21-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to suspend the rules:Adopted —
Mar 21, 2023
Change zoning at Francis Road, Old Amherst Road, Helmbolt Road from AG to RN-2 10-R-21-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 0 and 1817 Francis Road, 0 Old Amherst Road, and 0 Helmbolt Road from AG (Agricultural) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Huber Properties, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 11-0) (File No. 10-R-21-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 21, 2023
Appropriate $5,000 for donation to T3 Corp for youth mentoring program An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to T3 Corp to support its Mentoring and Inspirational Speaker program that empowers youth to overcome traumatic experiences.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Ordinance for 90-day moratorium on building permits in South Waterfront zoning districts An Emergency Ordinance enacting a moratorium of ninety (90) days upon the granting of building permits within all of the South Waterfront zoning districts.(Requested by Councilmember Parker)
Motion to suspend the rules:Failed —
Failed
Mar 21, 2023
Ordinance for 90-day moratorium on building permits in South Waterfront zoning districts An Emergency Ordinance enacting a moratorium of ninety (90) days upon the granting of building permits within all of the South Waterfront zoning districts.(Requested by Councilmember Parker)
Failed —
Failed
Mar 21, 2023
Amend contract C-21-0296 with Messer Construction for Public Safety Complex R-94-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a third amendment to contract C-21-0296 with Messer Construction Company to increase the scope of work to include the office space construction of the Real Time Information Center at the New Public Safety Complex, increasing the contract price by $1,022,700.00 for a total contract price not to exceed $53,435,700.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Mar 21, 2023
Extend Victims of Crime Act grant for one year R-93-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to extend for one year the Victims of Crime Act grant from the State of Tennessee, Office of Criminal Justice Programs, for an additional amount of $150,546.00, with no required local match.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Apply for and accept DOJ grant for KPD Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness R-92-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award for $200,000.00, with no required local match, from the U.S. Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services to be used to support and enhance Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act programs and activities for Police Department staff.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Apply for and accept grant from TN Highway Safety Office for traffic safety enforcement R-91-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant from the Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $200,000.00, with no required local match, to purchase traffic safety equipment and to provide for overtime costs to enforce impaired, distracted or aggressive driving, occupant protection and speeding, and to conduct high visibility and traffic calming operations.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Apply for and accept grant from TN Highway Safety Office for traffic safety education R-90-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award from the Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the amount of $200,000.00, with no local match, to provide enhanced community traffic safety education programs including Teen Driving, Older Driver, Bike/Pedestrian Safety, Child Passenger Safety and Traffic Safety Education.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Execute agreement with 21CP Solutions for KPD assessment and strategic planning R-89-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Phase II professional services agreement with 21CP Solutions for a department assessment and strategic planning for the Knoxville Police Department for an amount not to exceed $250,000.00.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 21, 2023
Execute agreement with Whaley Construction, LLC for Old Broadway Sidewalk Project R-88-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Whaley Construction, LLC in an amount not to exceed $2,544,793.35 for the Old Broadway Sidewalk Improvements Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Execute agreement with Gresham Smith for South Knoxville Bridge Greenway design R-87-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gresham Smith in an amount not to exceed $240,210.00 to provide design services for the South Knoxville Bridge Greenway.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Execute agreement with Surveying and Mapping, LLC for CIPP IV project CEI services R-86-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Surveying and Mapping, LLC in an amount not to exceed $77,274.88 to provide construction engineering and inspection (CEI) services for the CIPP IV Stormwater Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Execute agreement with Gulf Coast Underground, LLC for CIPP IV project R-85-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gulf Coast Underground, LLC in an amount not to exceed $873,988.85 for the CIPP IV Stormwater Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Accept proposals for insurance coverage for self-insured liability program R-84-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept proposals to provide excess liability insurance coverage, vehicle and equipment damage insurance coverage, and inland marine insurance coverage for mobile equipment, all as part of the City’s and K-Trans Management, Inc.’s self-insured liability program, for an estimated annual premium of $599,941.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Amend lease agreement with Tennessee Valley Agricultural and Industrial Fair, Inc. R-83-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the Lease Agreement with Tennessee Valley Agricultural and Industrial Fair, Inc. extending the term for an additional one-year period.(Requested by Administration) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Add honorary name "Home Run Alley" to Sutherland Avenue segment R-82-2023 — A Resolution to add the honorary name "Home Run Alley" to a segment of Sutherland Avenue, from Jade Road to Renford Road.(Requested by Chairperson Smith, Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmember McKenzie) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Change zoning at 308 South Gay Street from DK-H to DK-G O-53-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 308 South Gay Street from DK-H (Downtown Knoxville District, Historic Core Subdistrict) to DK-G (Downtown Knoxville District, Grid Subdistrict), Seth Schweitzer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Amend Stormwater Management and Site Development Standards O-52-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 22.5, to update and modernize stormwater management and site development standards.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Amend Flood Damage and Prevention Code for dam-controlled rivers O-51-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 12, Flood Damage and Prevention, to better reflect the impact of dam-controlled rivers.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Confirm appointment of Mark Dukes to Civil Service Merit Board R-81-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Mark Dukes to the Civil Service Merit Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023 Approve Certificate of Compliance for Fort Sanders Liquor license R-79-2023 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to SAMEERA 3 LLC d/b/a Fort Sanders Liquor relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City.(Requested by Department of Finance) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous Consent
Mar 21, 2023 Grant pension to Barry A. Austin R-80-2023 — A Resolution granting a pension of $2,248.58 per month to Barry A. Austin, 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
Mar 21, 2023
Approve minutes of the March 7, 2023 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the March 7, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Ordinance to change zoning of 308 South Gay Street d — An Ordinance to change the base zoning of property located at 308 South Gay Street from DK-H (Downtown Knoxville District, Historic Core Subdistrict) to DK-G (Downtown Knoxville District, Grid Subdistrict), Seth Schweitzer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 2-A-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 7, 2023
Ordinance to update stormwater management and site development standards b — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 22.5, to update and modernize stormwater management and site development standards.(Requested by Department of Engineering) 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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