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Every recorded decision

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

Nov 14, 2023
Suspend rules for public forum speakers Motion to suspend the rules to allow all those signed up to speak for up to three minutes each.
Motion to suspend the rules:Adopted —
Nov 14, 2023
Change zoning for Fort Promise/Oldham Ave properties from RN-5 to C-N 10-H-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1500 Fort Promise Drive and at 1203 and 1331 West Oldham Avenue from RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District to C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Matt W. Brazille, P.E., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-H-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Amend One Year Plan for Fort Promise/Oldham Ave properties to Mixed Use 10-D-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Matt W. Brazille, P.E. for a One Year Plan amendment from Medium Density Residential to Mixed Use-Neighborhood Center for property located at 1500 Fort Promise Drive, and at 1203 and 1331 West Oldham Avenue, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-D-23-PA) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Amend Central City Sector Plan for Fort Promise/Oldham Ave properties 10-D-23-SP — An Ordinance approving the request of Matt W. Brazille, P.E. for an amendment to the Central City Sector Plan from Medium Density Residential to Mixed Use-Neighborhood Center for property located at 1500 Fort Promise Drive, and at 1203 and 1331 West Oldham Avenue, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-D-23-SP) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Change zoning for 4600 Ernestine Dr from RN-1 to RN-2 10-D-23-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 4600 Ernestine Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Juan Hernandez, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-D-23-RZ) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Amend One Year Plan for 4600 Ernestine Dr to Low Density Residential 10-C-23-PA — An Ordinance approving the request of Juan Hernandez for a One Year Plan amendment from Mixed Use-Regional Center to Low Density Residential for property located at 4600 Ernestine Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-C-23-PA) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Change zoning for Piney Grove Church Rd from RN-1 to AG 11-A-22-RZ — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 2031 and 2033 Piney Grove Church Road from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to AG (Agricultural) District, Gabriel W. Ratcliffe, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 11-A-22-RZ) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Close unnamed alley from Wilson Ave and execute quitclaim deeds 10-A-23-AC — An Ordinance to close an unnamed alley from Wilson Avenue to the southwest corner of parcel 082 KP 016, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Eric Forrestall, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-23-AC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Amend Zoning Code Appendix B, Article 7 regarding Form Based Code Districts 10-A-23-OA — An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. O-107-2019, known and cited as The City of Knoxville Zoning Code, Appendix B, Article 7, “Form Based Code Districts," to correct the article and section references pertaining to “City of Knoxville Board of Zoning Appeals” and “Variances,” to limit the percentage of ground floor transparency variances and permitted deviations for minimum interior and rear setbacks for stand-alone parking lots, and to provide standards for stand-alone surface parking lots in the South Waterfront Districts. City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-23-OA) (All Districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Appropriate funds for AMBC Fall Festival sponsorship An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $3,000.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's operating budget and donating same toward the sponsorship of Appalachian Mountain Bike Club's annual AMBC Fall Festival.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Amend City Code regarding administration of antidiscrimination ordinances An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Articles I, II, VIII, and X and Chapter 15, Article II of the Knoxville City Code relating to the administration and enforcement of the City's antidiscrimination ordinances and program.(Requested by Human Resources Department)
Motion to defer:Failed —
Failed
Nov 14, 2023
Amend City Code regarding administration of antidiscrimination ordinances An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Articles I, II, VIII, and X and Chapter 15, Article II of the Knoxville City Code relating to the administration and enforcement of the City's antidiscrimination ordinances and program.(Requested by Human Resources Department)
Adopted 6-1-1-1
Split
Nov 14, 2023
Amend City Code Section 2-450 regarding classification and compensation plans 2-450 — An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville to amend Chapter 2, Article III, Division 22, Sections 2-450 of the Knoxville City Code to adjust the classification and compensation plans.(Requested by Human Resources Department) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Request Planning consider amending short term rental permits in residential zones A Resolution respectfully requesting Knoxville Knox County Planning to consider and make a recommendation to City Council regarding the possible amendment of short term rental permits to include rental properties located within residentially zoned districts.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith and Singh)
Failed 1-7-0-1
Split Failed
Nov 14, 2023
Request Planning consider RN-1 districts for Missing Middle Housing Proposal R-384-2023 — A Resolution respectfully requesting Knoxville Knox County Planning to consider and make a recommendation to City Council regarding the inclusion of RN-1 zoned districts as part of the Missing Middle Housing Proposal.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith and Singh) Zoning & land use
Motion to amend:Adopted —
Nov 14, 2023
Request Planning consider RN-1 districts for Missing Middle Housing Proposal R-384-2023 — A Resolution respectfully requesting Knoxville Knox County Planning to consider and make a recommendation to City Council regarding the inclusion of RN-1 zoned districts as part of the Missing Middle Housing Proposal.(Requested by Councilmembers Smith and Singh) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Execute agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Planning for Climate Pollution Reduction Grant R-383-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Planning to support the efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant from the Environmental Protection Agency in an amount not to exceed $350,000.00.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Execute agreement with Waste Connections for waste hauling and disposal R-382-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement between the City of Knoxville and Waste Connections of Tennessee, Inc. for the hauling and disposal of municipal solid waste and construction demolition debris and for installation of a compactor for an estimated amount of $1,472,600.00 annually.(Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Award subrecipient agreement to Oak Ridge PD for crime scene documentation R-381-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subrecipient agreement with the Oak Ridge Police Department to award an amount not to exceed $25,000.00, pursuant to a grant from the Tennessee Office of Criminal Justice Programs under the Violent Crime Intervention Fund Collaboration, to be used to fund intensive forensic training for two investigators and to purchase cameras, lenses and accessories to be used to document crime scenes, as part of their Violent Crime Intervention Strategies.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Extend agreement with Indigo Sports for golf course management R-380-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a one year extension to agreement C-08-0141 with Indigo Sports, LLC FKA Billy Casper Golf, LLC, to provide golf management services at Whittle Springs Golf Course and Knoxville Municipal Golf Course, for an annual amount not to exceed $182,872.56.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation) Parks & community
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Utilize tools to increase affordable and attainable housing supply R-379-2023 — A resolution authorizing the Mayor to utilize and strengthen existing tools to increase the affordable and attainable housing supply in Knoxville.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Zoning & land use
Adopted 7-0-1-1
Nov 14, 2023
Award Neighborhood Small Grants for community-building activities R-378-2023 — A resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $6,700.00 in Neighborhood Small Grants Program grants to support of community-building activities planned by three neighborhood organizations in the City.(Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Parks & community
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Award Empower Knox grants for youth and young adult programs R-377-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $72,000.00 in Empower Knox grants to provide support and programming for youth and young adults to 10 community-based organizations in the City.(Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Parks & community
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Approve annual budget for Downtown Knoxville Alliance R-376-2023 — A Resolution approving the annual budget of the Central Business Improvement District, more currently known as Downtown Knoxville Alliance, for Fiscal Year 2023-2024(Requested by Administration) Budget & taxes
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Support reappointment/appointment to Neighborhood Advisory Council R-375-2023 — A Resolution expressing support for the Mayor’s reappointment of Alanna McKissack, Brent Waugh, and Philip Hipps, and appointment of Lily Seabolt, TaShawn Ransome, and Erin Hatfield to the Neighborhood Advisory Council and expressing appreciation to Greg Easterly, Breyauna Holloway, and Emma Ellis-Cosigua for their years of service on the Neighborhood Advisory Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Om Liquor, Inc. ABC license 11-l — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Om Liquor, Inc. 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) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 14, 2023 Approve Certificate of Compliance for Om Liquor, Inc. ABC license 11-l — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Om Liquor, Inc. 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) Contracts & purchasing Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Nov 14, 2023
Change zoning for 707 Delapp Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 12-h — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 707 Delapp Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Jim Fox, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-M-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Nov 14, 2023 Change zoning for 707 Delapp Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 12-h — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 707 Delapp Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Jim Fox, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-M-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Motion to defer:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Nov 14, 2023
Honor memory of Larry G. Cox 11-a — A Resolution honoring the memory of Larry G. Cox, and to express Council's condolences to his family upon the occasion of his passing.(Requested by Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Nov 14, 2023 Honor memory of Larry G. Cox 11-a — A Resolution honoring the memory of Larry G. Cox, and to express Council's condolences to his family upon the occasion of his passing.(Requested by Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Motion to defer:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Nov 14, 2023
Change zoning for 114 Sylvia Drive from RN-1 to RN-5 12-m — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 114 Sylvia Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Amy Sherrill, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Nov 14, 2023
Amend one year plan for 114 Sylvia Drive from Low Density to Medium Density/Office 12-l — An Ordinance approving the request of Amy Sherrill for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 114 Sylvia Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-23-PA) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Nov 14, 2023
Amend North City Sector Plan for 114 Sylvia Drive from Low Density to Medium Density/Office 12-k — An Ordinance approving the request of Amy Sherrill for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 114 Sylvia Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-23-SP) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Deferred 8-0-0-1
Deferred
Nov 14, 2023 Amend North City Sector Plan for 114 Sylvia Drive from Low Density to Medium Density/Office 12-k — An Ordinance approving the request of Amy Sherrill for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 114 Sylvia Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-23-SP) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Motion to defer:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Nov 14, 2023 Amend one year plan for 114 Sylvia Drive from Low Density to Medium Density/Office 12-l — An Ordinance approving the request of Amy Sherrill for a One Year Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office for property located at 114 Sylvia Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-23-PA) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Motion to defer:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Nov 14, 2023 Change zoning for 114 Sylvia Drive from RN-1 to RN-5 12-m — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 114 Sylvia Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, Amy Sherrill, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0 Consent) (File No. 10-A-23-RZ) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Motion to defer:Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Nov 14, 2023
Approve minutes of October 31, 2023 regular meeting approve the minutes of the October 31, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Rezone 1136 Groner Drive from Single-Family to General Residential Neighborhood An Ordinance to rezone property located at 1136 Groner Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District / HP (Hillside Protection) to RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District / HP (Hillside Protection), Lee Freeman / Sertoma Center, Inc. (Revised), Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 11-Q-20-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Rezone 205 Bridgewater Road from Office Park to General Commercial District An Ordinance to rezone property located at 205 Bridgewater Road from OP (Office Park) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, Land Development Solutions, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 11-P-20-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Rezone 817 East Oldham Avenue from Residential Neighborhood to Office with Infill Overlay An Ordinance to rezone property located at 817 East Oldham Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District and IH-1 (Infill Overlay) to O (Office) District and IH-1 (Infill Overlay), George S. Tate, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 11-L-20-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Rezone 817 East Oldham Avenue from Residential Neighborhood to Office with Infill Overlay An Ordinance to rezone property located at 817 East Oldham Avenue from RN-4 (General Residential Neighborhood) District and IH-1 (Infill Overlay) to O (Office) District and IH-1 (Infill Overlay), George S. Tate, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 11-L-20-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Rezone property on Western Avenue from Residential Neighborhood to Office District An Ordinance to rezone property located at 0 Western Avenue from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to O (Office) District, Taylor D. Forrester, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 11-K-20-RZ) (Third District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Rezone property on Greenway Drive from Office to Highway Commercial District An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2613, 2615 and 2625 Greenway Drive from O (Office) District to C-H-1 (Highway Commercial) District, Ronnie Welch, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 8-6) (File No. 11-H-20-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Rezone property on Western Avenue and Proctor Street from Industrial to General Commercial An Ordinance to rezone property located at 2244 & 0 Western Avenue, and 0, 1600 & 1606 Proctor Street from I-G (General Industrial) District to C-G-2 (General Commercial) District, Clayton Shearer, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 11-B-20-RZ) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Rezone 114 Dameron Avenue from Office to General Commercial District An Ordinance to rezone property located at 114 Dameron Avenue from O (Office) District to C-G-2 (General Commercial) District, Joe Petre, Central View, LLC., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-1) (File No. 11-A-20-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Amend zoning map to add PD designation for 1501 East 5th Avenue An Ordinance to amend the zoning map to add the PD (Planned Development) designation for property located at 1501 East 5th Avenue, Volunteer Ministry Center (VMC), Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 11-A-20-PD) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Amend zoning map to add PD designation for 1501 East 5th Avenue An Ordinance to amend the zoning map to add the PD (Planned Development) designation for property located at 1501 East 5th Avenue, Volunteer Ministry Center (VMC), Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 11-A-20-PD) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Change street name of South Bell Street to Fort Summit Way An Ordinance to change the street name of South Bell Street between East Summit Hill Drive and the closed section of South Bell Street and Fort Summit Way to Fort Summit Way, Matt Brazille / Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (PC File No. 11-A-20-SNC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Close portion of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and authorize quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close a portion of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue between Harriet Tubman Street and East Summit Hill Drive, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Matt Brazille, Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 11-B-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Close portion of East Summit Hill Drive and authorize quitclaim deeds An Ordinance to close a portion of East Summit Hill Drive between South Bell Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Matt Brazille, Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 14-0 Consent) (File No. 11-A-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Emergency Ordinance to appropriate $520 to MOMS for Christmas wreaths O-178-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $520.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Mothers of Missions Survivors (MOMS) for 25 Christmas wreaths for mothers who have lost children to violent crime.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Amend City Code to establish a Tree Mitigation Bank An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 14, Article II, to establish a Tree Mitigation Bank.(Requested by Public Service Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Emergency Ordinance to buy-out accrued annual leave for Fire Department members O-177-2020 — An Emergency Ordinance to authorize the City of Knoxville, upon approval of the Mayor, to buy-out the accrued annual leave balance of each uniformed member of the Fire Department to the extent that such balance would otherwise exceed the applicable annual leave carry-forward cap as of December 31, 2020.(Requested by Mayor) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Resolution to acknowledge and apologize for past actions harming African Americans R-367-2020 — A Resolution to acknowledge and apologize for past actions hurting African Americans and to address equity restoration.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Resolution to acknowledge and apologize for past actions harming African Americans R-367-2020 — A Resolution to acknowledge and apologize for past actions hurting African Americans and to address equity restoration.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Motion to suspend the rules:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept DoJ grant for drug collection equipment R-366-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of $100,000.00 from the Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, with no required local match, for purchase of drug collection and destruction equipment.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize Mayor to apply for and accept USTA grant for West Hills Park tennis courts R-365-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant donation up to $81,000.00 from the United States Tennis Association (USTA), USTA Southern Section and USTA Tennessee, to help offset the costs of the construction of four (4) new tennis courts at West Hills Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Express appreciation to Boyd Foundation and accept $250k donation for dog parks R-364-2020 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Boyd Foundation for the donation of $250,000.00 toward the construction of five (5) new dog parks within the City of Knoxville 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
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize agreement with Miller Electrical Contractors for RV receptacles at Coliseum R-363-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Miller Electrical Contractors, Inc. to provide and install twelve receptacles for RV connections on the top level of Garage B of the Knoxville Civic Coliseum and Auditorium, in an amount not to exceed $43,284.00.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize Mayor to consent to assignment of leases for 956 Volunteer Landing Lane to CITM, LLC R-362-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to consent to the assignment of Kiger Management, LLC's and Waterfront Development Corporation's rights, title, and interest in the premises and the leases for the property located at 956 Volunteer Landing Lane, CLT # 095JB014.05, to CITM, LLC, subject to final approval by the Tennessee Valley Authority.(Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize agreement with AT&T for City attachments on utility poles R-361-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with AT&T allowing the City to maintain certain attachments on AT&T utility poles for an estimated annual cost of $212,621.88 .(Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 7-1-1-0
Split
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize amendment to contract with USIC Locating Services for utility location R-360-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-18-0354 with USIC Locating Services, LLC to provide underground utility location services for the City's street light system, extending the contract for one additional year for an amount not to exceed $180,000.00.(Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize agreement with Tennessee Guardrail for Citywide Guardrail Replacement Program R-359-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Tennessee Guardrail, Inc. for the Citywide Guardrail Replacement Program for an annual amount not to exceed $150,000.00.(Requested by Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize agreement with Adams Contracting for Northwest Greenway Connector Project R-358-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Adams Contracting, LLC for the Northwest Greenway Connector Project for an amount not to exceed $1,123,301.40.(Requested by Departments of Engineering and Parks & Recreation) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize agreement with UT for a Homelessness Management Information System R-357-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the University of Tennessee to provide an amount not to exceed $198,441.00 in HUD ESG-CV funds for Homelessness Management Information System, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize agreement with C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries for homelessness prevention services R-356-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries to provide an amount not to exceed $200,000.00 in HUD ESG-CV funds for Homelessness Prevention services, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize agreement with Arts and Culture Alliance for homelessness prevention services R-355-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Arts and Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville to provide an amount not to exceed $75,000.00 in HUD ESG-CV funds for Homelessness Prevention services, through its GRACE fund program, as part of the City’s response to COVID-19.(Requested by Community Development Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize agreement with KCDC for Austin Homes Phase II infrastructure improvements R-354-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation for Phase II infrastructure improvements at Austin Homes, along Summit Hill Drive, Harriet Tubman Street, and Bell Street as part of the Austin Homes Master Plan, in an amount not to exceed $4,500,000.00.(Requested by Community Development Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize creation of "The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville" R-353-2020 — A Resolution of the City of Knoxville authorizing the creation of "The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee."(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize creation of "The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville" R-353-2020 — A Resolution of the City of Knoxville authorizing the creation of "The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee."(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize creation of "The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville" R-353-2020 — A Resolution of the City of Knoxville authorizing the creation of "The Sports Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee."(Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Motion to defer:Failed 2-7-0-0
Split Failed
Dec 15, 2020
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Fred D. Thompson, Jr. for governmental relations R-352-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fred D. (Tony) Thompson, Jr. in the amount of $60,000.00 to provide governmental relations services for the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Law Department) Contracts & purchasing
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Congratulate Vice President Elect Kamala Harris R-351-2020 — A Resolution congratulating Vice President Elect Kamala Harris.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie and Councilmembers Roberto, Thomas, Singh and Rider) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 8-0-1-0
Dec 15, 2020
Appropriate $100,000 to Knox Education Foundation for K-12 internet access O-176-2020 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $100,000.00 from the Community Agency Grants Budget and donating same to the Knox Education Foundation to support its efforts to secure internet access for local K-12 students.(Requested by Administration) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Amend Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 2020/2021 O-175-2020 — An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 20/21.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Dec 15, 2020
Appoint Lynne Fugate as City Council's representative to the City Pension Board R-350-2020 — A Resolution appointing Lynne Fugate as City Council's representative on the City Pension Board.(Requested by Vice Mayor McKenzie) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 8-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Confirm reappointments and appointment to Knoxville Transportation Authority Board R-349-2020 — A Resolution confirming the reappointment of Sandy Booher and Chris Crouch and the appointment of Ashley Osborne to the Knoxville Transportation Authority Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Re-elect Brown and elect Garrett to Industrial Development Board for Downtown Cinema R-348-2020 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville re-electing Susan Brown and electing Keith Garrett 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
Dec 15, 2020
Re-elect Susan Brown and elect Keith Garrett to Industrial Development Board R-347-2020 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville re-electing Susan Brown and electing Keith Garrett to serve as members of the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Confirm appointments and reappointments to Neighborhood Advisory Council R-346-2020 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville expressing support for the Mayor's appointment of Alanna McKissack, Brent Waugh, Philip Hipps, and Breyauna Holloway and re-appointment of Emma Ellis-Cosigua to the Neighborhood Advisory Council and expressing appreciation to Jennifer Reynolds, Matt McMillan, Ann White, and Derek Tate for their years of service on the Neighborhood Advisory Council.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 15, 2020
Approve minutes of December 1, 2020 Regular Meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the December 1, 2020 Regular Meeting of the City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020
Suspend rules to limit public forum speakers to three minutes each suspend the rules to limit the speakers to three minutes each
Motion to suspend the rules:Adopted 7-2-0-0
Split
Jul 14, 2020
Suspend rules regarding the number of public forum speakers suspend the rules as to the number of public forum speakers
Motion to suspend the rules:Adopted —
Jul 14, 2020
Ordinance to rezone property at 745 N. Broadway Avenue 5-E-20-RZ — An Ordinance to rezone property located at 745 N. Broadway Avenue from C-G-2 (General Commercial District) to DK-E (Downtown Knoxville District, Edge Subdistrict), SMJT, LLC, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-E-20-RZ) (Fourth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 8-0-1-0
Jul 14, 2020
Ordinance to close Hill Crest Road and authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent owners 6-A-20-SC — An Ordinance to close Hill Crest Road between Pelham Road and Nash Road on City Block 31050, and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Rock Pointe Development, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 6-A-20-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020
Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Articles regarding Infill Housing and Design Review 5-D-20-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Articles 14.2, 14.6, 14.9, 14.12, 14.15, 14.16, and 16.6 regarding the Infill Housing Review Committee and the Design Review Board, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-D-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020
Ordinance to amend Zoning Code Article 13.9.E regarding maximum sign area in Office Park 5-A-20-OA — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Appendix B, Zoning Code, at Article 13.9.E to address limitations on the maximum sign area in the Office Park District, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 13-0 Consent) (File No. 5-A-20-OA) (All districts)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use
Motion to refer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Jul 14, 2020
Ordinance appropriating $5,175 to Fountain City Lions Club for park maintenance An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,175.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's grants and benevolence fund and donating same to Fountain City Lions Club to be utilized toward the maintenance and upkeep of Fountain City Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020
Resolution authorizing agreement with Gulf Source Security Systems for Parks & Rec security R-203-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Gulf Source Security Systems, LLC d/b/a Signal 88 Security to provide security services for the Parks and Recreation Department for a contract price not to exceed $89,031.00 per year, and to provide security services as needed for special events and City sponsored basketball games at the rate of $18.45 per hour, for a total contract price not to exceed $281,000.00 annually.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department) Parks & community
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020
Resolution authorizing MOU with Knox County to accept Homeland Security Grant for HazMat R-202-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County to accept $22,908.00 as a sub-recipient of the 2019 Homeland Security Grant in order to purchase HazMat Equipment for the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Public safety
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020
Resolution authorizing agreement with PFM Financial Advisors LLC for financial advisory services R-201-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with PFM Financial Advisors LLC to serve as the City's financial advisor to develop and assist with implementation of the City's financial strategies needed to meet its current and long-term operations, financial obligations and financing needs, and to render assistance concerning debt transactions, in an amount not to exceed $240,000 for a three year term, with two optional one year extensions.(Requested by Finance Department) Budget & taxes
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020
Resolution to amend contract for Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Improvement Project R-200-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No. C-15-0180 with Vaughn and Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Improvement Project, increasing the contract amount by $16,385.00 for a new contract total of $446,430.00 and extending the date of completion to September 1, 2020.(Requested by Office of Redevelopment and Engineering Department) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020
Resolution authorizing agreement with Jones Bros. Contractors for Ed Shouse Drive Bridge Repair R-199-2020 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC for an amount not to exceed $265,595.60 for Phase II of the Ed Shouse Drive Bridge Repair Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020
Resolution to approve appeal of BZA's denial of variances for property at 3308 Barton A Resolution approving an appeal by Bill Clark of the Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of Aaron Tomlinson's request for eight variances for property located at 3308 Barton Street. (File number 5-F-20-VA)(Requested by Plans Review and Inspections) (For Consideration of a Motion to Reconsider)
Motion to reconsider:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 14, 2020
Resolution to amend contract for Old Broadway Sidewalk Project, increasing cost and extending date 11-b — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend Contract No C-15-0199 with Barge Design Solutions, Inc. for the Old Broadway Sidewalk Project, increasing the contract amount by $27,400.00 for a new total contract amount of $337,700.00 and extending the date of completion to December 31, 2020.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure
Motion to defer:Deferred 9-0-0-0
Deferred
Jul 14, 2020
Approve minutes from June 30, 2020 regular meeting approve the minutes of the June 30, 2020 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Grant monthly pensions to certain city employees R-44-2026 — A Resolution granting pensions in certain amounts per month to certain individuals, employees of the City of Knoxville as set forth in the exhibit attached hereto. (Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Approve wine license compliance certificate for Goodstop by Casey's #4219 R-43-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Goodstop by Casey's #4219 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Approve wine license compliance certificate for Goodstop by Casey's #4218 R-42-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Goodstop by Casey's #4218 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Approve wine license compliance certificate for Goodstop by Casey's #4217 R-41-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Goodstop by Casey's #4217 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Approve wine license compliance certificate for Goodstop by Casey's #4215 R-40-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Goodstop by Casey's #4215 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions
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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