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

Filtered · topic Contracts & purchasing · year 2026 Sign in to follow

90.5%

Unanimity rate — 6401 of 7072 adopted motions in the published minutes

Excludes 114 motions not yet published.

Counts by badge

  • unanimous6401
  • split442
  • failed91
  • deferred329
  • withdrawn73

Most no votes on adopted motions

Meeting Agenda item Disposition Tally Badges
Sep 29, 2026
Approve agreement with Employee Network, Inc. for Employee Assistance Program R-268-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Employee Network, Inc. to provide an Employee Assistance Program through its Bree Health solution to City of Knoxville employees, as well as retirees covered under the city's medical insurance, and Knoxville Area Transit employees and their dependents for an approximate annual cost of $110,000.00. (Requested by Employee Benefits and Risk Management Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 29, 2026
Approve agreement with Asset Health for wellness program support R-267-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Asset Health to provide technology and wellness program support to participants in the City’s wellness program for an estimated annual contract price of $55,000.00. (Requested by Employee Benefits and Risk Management Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 15, 2026
Amend agreement with Chevin Fleet Solutions for Fleetwave software upgrades R-259-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a First Amendment to an agreement with Chevin Fleet Solutions for the provision of upgrades to the Fleetwave software used by the Fleet Services Department, increasing the amount of the initial setup cost by $19,671.50 for a new total initial setup amount not to exceed $40,271.50, with the ongoing annual cost not to exceed $42,492.00 remaining unchanged. Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 1, 2026
Accept property insurance policy for Serene Manor R-238-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a policy with Westchester Surplus Lines Insurance Company for property insurance for vacant property known as Serene Manor, for an approximate annual premium of $32,674.00, with the option to renew the coverage for up to two additional one-year periods. (Requested by Employee Benefits and Risk Management Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 18, 2026
Execute agreement with Southeastern Housing Foundation for services R-229-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southeastern Housing Foundation II, Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $75,000.00 to support case management and property management services at Flenniken Landing. (Council District 1) (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 18, 2026
Execute agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for case management R-228-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center to provide an amount not to exceed $54,500.00 to support the provision of case management services at Minvilla Manor and social services at its Resource Center and Bush Family Refuge (Council District 6). (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 18, 2026
Authorize Mayor to execute FireCatt testing services agreement R-226-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with FireCatt, LLC, to provide annual fire hose and ground ladder testing for the Knoxville Fire Department for an annual amount of $29,850.00. (Requested by Fire Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 4, 2026
Apply for Federal Transit Administration grant R-217-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Federal Transit Administration and the Tennessee Department of Transportation to provide funding in the amount of $11,898,636.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance Utilizing Sections 5307 and 5339 grant funds for Fiscal Years 2024 through 2026 with a total City match of $1,189,864.00. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 4, 2026
Apply for PRO Housing grant R-216-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a FY26 Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (PRO Housing) grant in an amount up to $5,000,000 with no required local match, from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 4, 2026
Agreement with Ijams Nature Center for waterway cleanup R-215-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ijams Nature Center to provide trash and debris removal services for the waterways from Forks of the River to the end of Sequoyah Park for an amount not to exceed $60,000.00 annually. (Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 4, 2026
Lease tires for Knoxville Area Transit bus fleet R-213-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC to lease tires for use on the Knoxville Area Transit (“KAT”) bus fleet, with an estimated annual cost not to exceed $150,000.00 for a three-year term with two one-year options to renew. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 4, 2026
Execute agreement with Family Investment Foundation, Inc. R-212-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Family Investment Foundation, Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $144,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding to support the Accessible Homes, Stable Futures program. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 4, 2026
Execute agreement with SEEED, Inc. for Home Repairs and Weatherization R-211-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with SEEED, Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding to support the Home Repairs and Weatherization Program. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 4, 2026
Amend contract for LT Ross Building Reroof Project R-209-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Henley Roofing Company, Inc. for the LT Ross Building Reroof Project, increasing the amount by $62,702.50 for a new total contract amount not to exceed $841,902.50. (Council District 6) (Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 21, 2026
Resolution to amend agreement with Highstreet IT Solutions for Oracle Cloud Software R-200-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amendment to the Agreement with Highstreet IT Solutions, LLC to provide implementation services for Oracle Cloud Software in an amount not to exceed $374,520.00 for a total contract price of $2,474,020.00 (Requested by Innovation and Technology Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Jul 21, 2026
Resolution to execute agreement with Abacus Hive for budget and accounting services R-196-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Two Sisters Ventures, Inc. d/b/a Abacus Hive in an annual amount not to exceed $125,000.00 to provide professional budget and accounting services to the City's Finance Department for various important projects. (Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 7, 2026
Authorize agreement with Elite Petroleum Inc. for KAT Magnolia facility R-188-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Elite Petroleum Inc., to decommission two underground storage tanks, conduct repairs, and perform environmental sampling at Knoxville Area Transit Magnolia facility, in the amount not to exceed $86,926.00. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jul 7, 2026
Amend Samsara, Inc. agreement for fleet telematics services R-182-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate an amendment to Agreement No.C-22-0552 with Samsara, Inc., to extend the term for 10 months for the continued provision of telematics hardware, services and accessories for automatic vehicle location tracking of assets managed by the Department of Fleet Services, for an amount not to exceed $177,633.66 for the term of this extension Agreement. (Requested by Fleet Services Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Legends Global for venue management R-176-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Legends Global for full service management of the Knoxville Convention Center, World's Fair Exhibition Hall, and Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum, at an annual cost up to $905,000.00, plus approved CPI adjustments. (Council District 6) (Requested by Operations) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Catholic Charities for security system R-175-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Catholic Charities of East Tennessee to provide an amount not to exceed $25,0000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for an updated security system at its Samaritan Place facility. (Council District 3) (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 9, 2026
Authorize agreement for Festival on the Fourth stage, lighting, and production. R-159-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with True Grip and Lighting, Inc. to provide the stage, lighting and production equipment for the City’s Festival on the Fourth, in an amount not to exceed $68,500.00 for the first year of the Agreement, with the option to extend the Agreement to include Festival on the Fourth events in 2027 and 2028, under the same terms and conditions, except that the amount of the Agreement may increase annually based on the CPI Index with a cap of 3.5%. (Council District 6) (Requested by Office of Special Events) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 9, 2026
Authorize agreement for collections services for municipal court fines. R-158-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP to provide collections services for outstanding fines and fees from adjudicated cases in the Knoxville Municipal Court. (Requested by Law Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 6-2-0-1
Split
Jun 9, 2026
Authorize agreement for collections services for municipal court fines. R-158-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP to provide collections services for outstanding fines and fees from adjudicated cases in the Knoxville Municipal Court. (Requested by Law Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Failed 3-5-0-1
Split Failed
Jun 9, 2026
Authorize agreement for staff augmentation services. R-157-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. to provide staff augmentation services on an as-needed basis in an amount not to exceed $49,500.00. (Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 12, 2026
Certificate of Compliance for Green Grocery Wine License R-135-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Green Grocery, owned by Jay Goga, LLC, relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License (Council District 1). (Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 12, 2026
Contracts for invasive species control services R-133-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute contracts with Davey Resource Group, Inc., Forest Edge LLC, Richmond Tree Experts GA, and Invasive Plant Control, Inc to perform invasive species control services across the city for an annual amount not to exceed $80,000 among four contractors. (Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 12, 2026
Extend contract with Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company R-130-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment extending Contract C-21-0269 with Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company for a period of ninety (90) days, with a price cap of $39,750.00, in order for City Purchasing and Knoxville Area Transit to complete the procurement process for a new bus tire source contract. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 12, 2026
Amend contract with Samsara, Inc. for brush pickup operations R-128-2026 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate an amendment to Agreement No. C-22-0552 with Samsara, Inc. to provide an additional 376 AVL licenses and equipment and to provide route planning functionality and 20 forward facing dash cameras to enhance brush pickup operations, for a new total annual contract price not to exceed $207,400.00. (Requested by Fleet Services Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 28, 2026
Award funds to 3517 Sutherland LLC for preservation/improvements R-120-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award an amount not to exceed $125,958.00 from the Historic Preservation and Façade Improvement Program to 3517 Sutherland LLC, for improvements and/or preservation of property located at 3517 Sutherland Avenue (Parcel ID: 107 FE 026). (Sixth District) (Requested by Urban Design and Development) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 28, 2026
Purchase 314 Union Ave and assume lease for adjacent parcel R-114-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute documents for the purchase of tax parcel 094LE027, known as 314 Union Avenue, from Knoxville Hotel Partners, LLC for the purchase price of $450,000.00 and to execute documents for the assumption of a lease of tax parcel 094LE029, an adjoining parcel at the corner of Union Avenue and Strong Street, identified as 0 Union Avenue, which is presently leased by the various beneficiaries of the estate of Bridget Kirk to Knoxville Hotel Partners, LLC. (Sixth District) (Requested by Operations) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 14, 2026
Approve agreement with Three Phase Power for on-call electrical services R-106-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Three Phase Power, LLC to provide on-call electrical repair service, installation, and upgrades at various City owned facilities on an as-needed basis, for an annual estimated contract in an amount up to $50,000. (Council Districts: All) (Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 14, 2026
Approve agreement with Edison Electric for on-call electrical services R-105-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Edison Electric, LLC to provide on-call electrical repair service, installation, and upgrades at various City owned facilities on an as-needed basis, for an annual estimated cost of up to $150,000. (Council Districts: All) (Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 31, 2026
Amend SPATCO contract for Public Safety Fuel Island Project R-92-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with SPATCO Energy Solutions for the Public Safety Fuel Island Project, increasing the original contract amount of $510,000 by $61,773.50 for a new total contract amount not to exceed $571,773.50. (Requested by Fleet Services Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 31, 2026
Contract with Tartan Oil for bulk fuel supply R-91-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Tartan Oil LLC to provide multiple types of bulk fuel, for an initial term of one year with the option to extend the agreement for up to two additional one-year terms at an estimated cost per term of $4,152,459.32. (Requested by Fleet Services Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 31, 2026
Contract with Southeastern Construction Concepts for on-call construction services R-89-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Southeastern Construction Concepts Corporation in an annual amount not to exceed $200,000.00 for On-Call Construction Services. (Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 31, 2026
Contract with Stooksbury Construction for on-call construction services R-88-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Stooksbury Construction, Inc. in an annual amount not to exceed $200,000.00 for On-Call Construction Services. (Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 31, 2026
Contract with Chris Haggard Plumbing for on-call construction services R-87-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Chris Haggard Plumbing, LLC in an annual amount not to exceed $200,000.00 for On-Call Construction Services. (Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 17, 2026
Approve excess liability and equipment insurance coverage R-75-2026 — 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 $772,192. (Requested by Employee Benefits and Risk Management Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 17, 2026
Award Opportunity Youth Program grants to community organizations R-72-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $213,499.71 in Opportunity Youth Program grants to 13 community-based organizations to support programming for youth and young adults in the City. (Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Mar 3, 2026
Accept grant for cybersecurity software. R-67-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a grant from the Department of Homeland Security as a sub recipient of the State of Tennessee in the amount of $557,000.00 pursuant to the 2026 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) to pay for multi-factor authentication software and network monitoring software which will protect the City’s network from unauthorized access. (Requested by Innovation and Technology Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Agreement with Keep Knoxville Beautiful for recycling center staffing. R-65-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Keep Knoxville Beautiful (KKB) for staffing at the City’s four recycling drop-off centers, for an annual amount of $396,611.00. (Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Lease property for installation of two City owned compactors. R-64-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract with RB Knoxville, LLC to lease property at 501 W. Church Avenue, at no cost to the City, for the installation and maintenance of two City owned compactors, available for use by the public. (Requested by Public Service Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Agreement with TBI for ICAC Task Force investigator travel. R-63-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to coordinate Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force investigator travel for training, pursuant to a grant from the U. S. Dept. of Justice and Delinquency Programs, in an amount not to exceed $80,000.00, with an option to renew the Agreement for one additional one-year period upon written agreement by the parties. (Requested by Police Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Agreement with Carman Forensics for police firearms expertise. R-62-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Carman Forensics, LLC to provide evaluation and training services as a firearms expert to the Knoxville Police Department, in an amount not to exceed $139,065.00 for a contract period ending September 30, 2027. (Requested by Police Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Study City's longevity pay plan and make recommendations. R-61-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with MGT Impact Solutions, LLC to engage in a study of the City’s longevity pay plan and to make actionable recommendations for improvement, for a contract amount not to exceed $39,325.00. (Requested by Human Resources Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Amend contract with Public Consulting Group for Fire Dept. assessment. R-59-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to contract no. C-25-0264 between the City of Knoxville and Public Consulting Group, LLC increasing the scope of services provided to the Knoxville Fire Department to conduct a Comprehensive Administrative and Operational Assessment for an additional cost of $18,500.00 for a new total contract price of $103,550.00. (Requested by Fire Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Amend contract for Fire Station #7 Reroof Project. R-58-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the contract with Henley Roofing Company, Inc. for the Fire Station #7 Reroof Project, increasing the contract amount by $58,946.00 for a new total contract amount not to exceed $200,946.00 and extending the date of completion to March 19, 2026. (Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jan 6, 2026
Contract with Event Approvals, Inc. for E-Permitting Software System R-8-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Event Approvals, Inc. to provide the City with an E-Permitting Software System to facilitate the issuance of special event permits for a period of three years, with a total annual cost not to exceed $50,000.00. (Requested by Office of Special Events) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 6, 2026
Authorize agreement with PFM Financial Advisors LLC as city financial advisor R-7-2026 — 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 to meet its current and long-term operations, financial obligations and financing needs, and to render assistance concerning potential debt transactions, in an amount not to exceed $375,000.00 for a three-year term with two optional one-year extensions. (Requested by Finance Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 6, 2026
Authorize agreement with Henley Roofing Co. for L.T. Ross Building Reroof R-6-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Henley Roofing Company, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $779,200.00 for the L.T. Ross Building Reroof Project. (Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 6, 2026
Amend agreement with Progression Electric for traffic signal maintenance R-5-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to amend the agreement with Progression Electric, LLC for the Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance project, increasing the annual amount by $25,000.00 for a new total annual amount of $150,000.00. (Requested by Engineering Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 6, 2026
Authorize agreement with LinkLive, Inc. for VOIP services for 311/211 R-4-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with LinkLive, Inc. to provide VOIP communication services for the Center for Service Innovation 311/211, at an initial cost of $31,000.00, and an ongoing annual cost of $24,000.00. (Requested by 311/211 Center for Service Innovation) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous

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