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90.4%

Unanimity rate — 6395 of 7074 adopted motions in the published minutes

Excludes 114 motions not yet published.

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  • unanimous6395
  • split442
  • failed91
  • deferred327
  • withdrawn73

Most no votes on adopted motions

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Sep 29, 2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for EZ Stop Food Marts, Inc. R-274-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to EZ Stop Food Marts, Inc. d/b/a EZ Stop #16 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Council District 2) (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 29, 2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Hackney Petroleum, Inc. R-273-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Hackney Petroleum, Inc. d/b/a The Local Market #107 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Council District 3) (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 1, 2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Speedway #42790 (Wine License) R-253-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to 7-Eleven, Inc. d/b/a Speedway #42790 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Council District 4) (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 1, 2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Weigel's #131 (Wine License) R-252-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Weigel Stores, Inc. d/b/a Weigel's #131 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Council District 2) (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 1, 2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for RaceTrac #2692 (Wine License) R-251-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to RaceTrac Inc. d/b/a RaceTrac #2692 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Council District 2) (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 1, 2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for R & H Supermarket (Wine License) R-250-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Vanza, LLC d/b/a R & H Supermarket relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Council District 6) (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 1, 2026
Accept UROP grant for Knoxville Area Transit with City match R-249-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept the Urban Operating Assistance Program (UROP) grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to provide funding in the amount of $3,871,400 with a required City match of up to $3,271,400. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 1, 2026
Accept grant extension for Knoxville Area Transit (Section 5307) with match R-248-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) in the amount of $832,125.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for fiscal year 2021 for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for mass transportation in urbanized areas, with a City match of up to $832,125.00. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 1, 2026
Accept grant extension for Knoxville Area Transit (CMAQ) R-247-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), providing remaining funding in the amount of $8,409.00 to Knoxville Area Transit from FFY 2016/2017 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) for the replacement and expansion of the fixed route electric buses and charging equipment. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 1, 2026
Accept grant extension for Knoxville Area Transit (Section 5339) with match R-246-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), in the amount of $38,661.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) until December 31, 2026, with a City match of up to $38,661.00 for capital improvements to bus facilities. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 1, 2026
Accept grant extension for Knoxville Area Transit (Section 5339) R-245-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $30,740.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) until December 31, 2026. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 1, 2026
Apply for and accept Older Adults Home Modification grant R-244-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept an Older Adults Home Modification grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, in an amount up to $3,000,000, with no required local matching funds or cost share. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 1, 2026
File and accept grant for Emergency Management Agency R-243-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file a grant application with the State of Tennessee and the Tennessee Emergency Management Authority and, if approved, accept a grant in the amount of $143,389.57 which will reimburse the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency for salaries and operating expenses for fiscal year 2027. (Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 7, 2026
Authorize subgrantee agreement with YWCA for Keys of Hope program R-187-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with YWCA Knoxville and the Tennessee Valley to provide an amount not to exceed $30,000.00 Community Development Block Grant funding for the provision of transitional housing through the Keys of Hope program. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jul 7, 2026
Authorize agreement with Legal Aid of East Tennessee for legal services R-186-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Legal Aid of East Tennessee to provide an amount not to exceed $125,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the provision of legal services to low- income individuals facing wrongful evictions and other critical housing issues. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jul 7, 2026
Authorize subgrantee agreement with East Tennessee Community Design Center R-185-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with East Tennessee Community Design Center to provide an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for conceptual design and technical assistance service for approximately seven community projects. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jul 7, 2026
Authorize subgrantee agreement with Southeastern Housing Foundation II, Inc. R-184-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Southeastern Housing Foundation II, Inc. not to exceed $90,775.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding to support its Permanent Supportive Housing Case Management program. (Council District 3) (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Community Mediation Center for mediation services R-174-2026 — Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Community Mediation Center to provide an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 in Homeless General Funds for the provision of eviction mediation services to 300 individuals facing eviction within the City of Knoxville. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Knoxville-Knox County CAC for Rapid Re-Housing R-173-2026 — Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $65,000.00 in Homeless General Funds for the provision of Rapid Re-Housing services. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for Rapid Re-Housing R-172-2026 — Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center, Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $40,000.00 in Homeless General Funds for the provision of Rapid Re-Housing services. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for emergency shelter R-171-2026 — Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center, Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $54,720.00 in Homeless General Funds for the provision of emergency shelter and essential services through its Dental Clinic and Resource Center. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Catholic Charities for Homeless General Funds R-170-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Catholic Charities of East Tennessee to provide an amount not to exceed $30,000.00 in Homeless General Funds to provide Emergency Shelter/Services through Samaritan Place. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 23, 2026
Authorize agreement with Salvation Army for Homeless General Funds R-169-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with The Salvation Army to provide an amount not to exceed $65,000.00 in Homeless General Funds for the provision of Emergency Shelter/Service and essential services to approximately 45 individuals through the Joy Baker Center. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 9, 2026
Accept AARP Community Challenge grant for Vision Zero goal. R-162-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a Community Challenge grant from AARP in an amount of $15,000.00, with no local match required, to assist the City in its Vision Zero goal to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries on City streets. (Council District 4) (Requested by Engineering Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 9, 2026
Honor Knoxville Community Media on its fiftieth anniversary. R-154-2026 — A Resolution honoring and recognizing Knoxville Community Media on the occasion of its fiftieth anniversary. (Requested by Councilmembers Parker, DeBardelaben, Helsley, Adams, and Vice Mayor Fugate) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 9, 2026
Honor Knoxville Community Media on its fiftieth anniversary. R-154-2026 — A Resolution honoring and recognizing Knoxville Community Media on the occasion of its fiftieth anniversary. (Requested by Councilmembers Parker, DeBardelaben, Helsley, Adams, and Vice Mayor Fugate) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 26, 2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for KenJo Market #35 R-147-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Inc. d/b/a KenJo Market #35 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License (Council District 2). (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 26, 2026
Approve alcoholic beverage sales plan for multiuse stadium R-139-2026 — A Resolution approving the Facility geographic diagram and general plan for Boyd Sports, LLC and Boyd Property Development, LLC (“Boyd Sports”) for the sale, service and consumption of alcoholic beverages and beer around the multiuse stadium as it is defined in Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 57-4-102(30)(SSSSSSSSSS). (Council District 6) (Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 12, 2026
Subrecipient agreement for Tech Smart Knox Seniors program R-132-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subrecipient agreement with the Knoxville Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $100,000, from a State of TN grant for ‘Broadband Ready Communities’, to support the expansion of the Knoxville Knox County Community Action Committee’s Tech Smart Knox Seniors program. (Requested by Policy) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 12, 2026
Submit 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan to HUD R-129-2026 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville authorizing the submission of the 2026-2027 (PY2026) 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 Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 28, 2026
Request Mayor modify executive order for waste, fraud, abuse reporting R-122-2026 — A Resolution respectfully requesting that Mayor Kincannon modify her executive order of February 15, 2025 relative to waste, fraud, and abuse reporting to insert the Internal Auditor to also be included as receiving a copy of all reports. (Requested by Councilmember Grant, Councilmember Lloyd, Councilmember Helsley, Councilmember DeBardelaben) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 31, 2026
Contract with Alfred Benesch to study Knoxville Area Transit system R-93-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a piggyback Agreement with Alfred Benesch & Company to provide consulting services to study the Knoxville Area Transit System in order to maximize ridership and support access to parks, affordable housing, and employment, in an amount not to exceed $74,332.00. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 17, 2026
Recognize HonorAir Knoxville for service to veterans R-71-2026 — A Resolution expressing gratitude and appreciation to HonorAir Knoxville for its many years of service to the veteran community of East Tennessee. (Requested by Councilmember Honeycutt, Councilmember DeBardelaben, Councilmember Adams, Councilmember Helsley, Vice-Mayor Fugate) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Om Shree Sai Express LLC. R-69-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Om Shree Sai Express LLC d/b/a Speed Mart relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Cedar Bluff Wines & Spirits. R-68-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Cork, Inc. d/b/a Cedar Bluff Wines & Spirits relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Support and endorse the South Waterfront Down River Master Plan. R-66-2026 — A Resolution supporting and endorsing the South Waterfront Down River Master Plan, a community driven framework for the redevelopment of the Down River Area that will serve as the framework for the upcoming Requests for Proposals process, and thanking the members of the South Waterfront Advisory and Advocacy Group (SWAAG) who have worked tirelessly throughout this process. (Requested by Urban Design and Development) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-1-0
Mar 3, 2026
Fund case management program for homelessness prevention. R-60-2026 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a multi-party agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee and Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (”KCDC”) to fund the case management program focused on homelessness prevention in KCDC elderly/disabled housing, in the amount of $187,500.00, with the City’s portion not to exceed $156,250.00. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Analyze warming/cooling center model and consider increased funding. R-57-2026 — A Resolution recognizing the tremendous effort by all in the City to take care of our City's most vulnerable during extreme weather events and respectfully requesting that the Administration, in partnership with the Knoxville-Knox County Joint Office of Housing Stability and Knox County, analyze the current warming and cooling center model and consider increased funding and support to the City’s efforts to provide residents and visitors in need with day and overnight shelter from extreme weather, including when temperatures drop to 32 degrees Fahrenheit windchill or reach a heat index of 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and to strengthen efforts to provide transportation, shelter, and other services during extreme weather events. (Requested by Councilmembers Parker and DeBardelaben) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Mar 3, 2026
Honor the memory of Diane Jordan. R-56-2026 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Diane Jordan and to express City Council's condolences to her family upon the occasion of her passing. (Requested by City Council, Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Approve wine license compliance certificate for Goodstop by Casey's #4213 R-39-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Goodstop by Casey's #4213 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 3, 2026
Approve wine license compliance certificate for Goodstop by Casey's #4211 R-38-2026 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Goodstop by Casey's #4211 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2025
Honor and congratulate One Knox SC on winning the 2025 USL League One Championship. R-332-2025 — A Resolution honoring and congratulating One Knox SC on winning the 2025 USL League One Championship. (Requested by Mayor and City Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2025
Honor and congratulate One Knox SC on winning the 2025 USL League One Championship. R-332-2025 — A Resolution honoring and congratulating One Knox SC on winning the 2025 USL League One Championship. (Requested by Mayor and City Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2025
Honor and congratulate One Knox SC on winning the 2025 USL League One Championship. R-332-2025 — A Resolution honoring and congratulating One Knox SC on winning the 2025 USL League One Championship. (Requested by Mayor and City Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 9, 2025
Honor Fred D. (Tony) Thompson II for service and retirement. R-331-2025 — A Resolution Honoring Fred D. (Tony) Thompson II for over twenty-nine (29) years of effective service to the City as a Legislative Advocate, thanking him for those many years of successful service, and congratulating him upon his retirement. (Requested by Administration) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 25, 2025
Issue Certificate of Compliance to Old Sevier Liquors R-327-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Old Sevier Liquors, LLC d/b/a/ Old Sevier Liquors relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 25, 2025
Waive city taxes on Knox County surplus properties R-323-2025 — A Resolution to waive City of Knoxville taxes on Knox County surplus properties pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated § 67-5-2507. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Top Fuels, LLC d/b/a Top Liquor R-310-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Top Fuels, LLC d/b/a Top Liquor relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 11, 2025
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Cheers & Co. Wine, Spirits & More R-309-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Cheers & Company of Knoxville, Inc. d/b/a Cheers & Co. Wine, Spirits & More relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Recognize IBEW Local 760 centennial anniversary R-289-2025 — A Resolution recognizing the centennial anniversary of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 760 and celebrating the work and community involvement of members of Local 760 in Knoxville and our region. (Requested by City Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Oct 28, 2025
Honor the memory of Bill Williams R-288-2025 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Bill Williams. (Requested by City Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2025
Fund Knoxville Entrepreneur Center operations R-274-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville Entrepreneur Center to provide funding in an amount not to exceed $350,000.00 to support building a thriving, accessible, diverse, and sustainable entrepreneurial community in Knoxville. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 30, 2025
Fund SPARK Cleantech Accelerator initiative R-273-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Cherokee Farm Development Corporation to fund the SPARK Cleantech Accelerator initiative for an annual contract amount not to exceed $100,000.00. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 2, 2025
Resolution to accept TDOT grant extension for Knoxville Area Transit R-256-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) in the amount of $832,125.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for fiscal year 2021 for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for mass transportation in urbanized areas. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 19, 2025
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Rocky Hill Liquors R-247-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Rocky Hill Liquors, LLC d/b/a Warehouse Liquors relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 19, 2025
Recognize 50th anniversary of Beck Cultural Exchange Center R-232-2025 — A Resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of Beck Cultural Exchange Center and celebrating the stewardship, work, and community involvement of Beck Cultural Exchange Center leadership and members in Knoxville and our region. (Requested by Councilmembers McKenzie, Thomas, Rider, Singh, Roberto, Fugate, Helsley, and Vice Mayor Smith.) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 19, 2025
Recognize 50th anniversary of Beck Cultural Exchange Center R-232-2025 — A Resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of Beck Cultural Exchange Center and celebrating the stewardship, work, and community involvement of Beck Cultural Exchange Center leadership and members in Knoxville and our region. (Requested by Councilmembers McKenzie, Thomas, Rider, Singh, Roberto, Fugate, Helsley, and Vice Mayor Smith.) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 5, 2025
Consent to Assignment of leases for 956 Volunteer Landing Lane R-227-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to consent to the Assignment of CITM, LLC’s rights, title and interest in the premises and the leases for the property located at 956 Volunteer Landing Lane, CLT #095JB014.05, to TS-Grove PT Marinas, VLM, LLC, subject to final approval by the Tennessee Valley Authority. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 5, 2025
Consent to Assignment of leases for 956 Volunteer Landing Lane R-227-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to consent to the Assignment of CITM, LLC’s rights, title and interest in the premises and the leases for the property located at 956 Volunteer Landing Lane, CLT #095JB014.05, to TS-Grove PT Marinas, VLM, LLC, subject to final approval by the Tennessee Valley Authority. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 5, 2025
Apply for and accept ESG funding for Homeless Services R-222-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept Emergency Solutions Grant funding from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency in the amount of $134,375.00 to be used to provide Homeless Services. Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Sumukh, Inc. liquor store license R-215-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Sumukh, Inc. relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City of Knoxville. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Sprouts Farmers Market wine license R-214-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to SFM, LLC d/b/a Sprouts Farmers Market #587 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Apply for and accept grant for urbanized area transit assistance R-209-2025 — 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 $7,107,130.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for Fiscal Year 2025, with a City match of $888,391.25. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Apply for and accept grant for bus facilities capital assistance R-208-2025 — 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 in the amount of $756,148.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) for Fiscal Year 2025, with a City match of $94,519.00 for a total project amount of $945,186.00. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Apply for and accept grant for bus facilities capital assistance R-207-2025 — 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 in the amount of $731,046.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) for Fiscal Year 2024, with a City match of $91,380.75 for a total project amount of $913,807.50. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Apply for and accept grant for urbanized area transit assistance R-206-2025 — 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 $6,967,640.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for Fiscal Year 2024, with a City match of $870,955.00. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Apply for and accept grant for electric buses R-205-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant a from the Federal Transit Administration and the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) to provide funding in the amount of $7,168,000.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Grant Assistance, with a state match of up to $896,000.00 and a City match of $896,000.00 to purchase electric buses and related charging infrastructure for fiscal year 2026. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Amend TDOT grant for electric bus charging infrastructure extension R-204-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to amend a grant agreement from the Tennessee Department of Transportation related to fiscal year 2021/2022 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Grant Funds to extend the term of the agreement from September, 2025 to September, 2027 for Electric Bus Overhead In-Route Charging Infrastructure. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for LSTBG funding R-203-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from August, 2025 until August, 2027 with the Tennessee Department of Transportation, which provides state match funding for the Local Surface Transportation Block Grant (LSTBG). (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for bus facilities capital assistance R-202-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $30,740.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) for Fiscal Year 2018, with a City match of up to $30,734.00 for capital improvements to bus facilities. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for bus facilities capital assistance R-201-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), in the amount of $38,661.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) for Fiscal Year 2019, with a City match of up to $38,661.00 for capital improvements to bus facilities. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for urbanized area transit R-200-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation, in the amount of $184,015.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Fiscal Year 2015/2016 for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for mass transportation in urbanized areas. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for urbanized area transit R-199-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation in the amount of $240,758.00 to Knoxville Area Transit for Fiscal Year 2017 for Formula Urbanized Area Transit Grant Assistance (Section 5307) for mass transportation in urbanized areas. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for bus facilities capital assistance R-198-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation, in the amount of $97,466.00 for Knoxville Area Transit for Formula Bus and Bus Facilities Capital Grant Assistance (Section 5339) for Fiscal Year 2020, with a City match of up to $97,467.00 for capital improvement projects including bus and bus facilities. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Accept TDOT grant extension for electric buses R-197-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept an extension of a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) in the amount of $798,001.00 to Knoxville Area Transit from Fiscal Year 2016/2017 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) grant funds, with a City match of up to $798,001.00 for the replacement and expansion of fixed route electric buses and charging equipment. (Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Execute agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. for home repair R-196-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $385,260.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding to support Operation Backyard, its minor home repair program. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Execute subgrantee agreement with Legal Aid for housing services R-195-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Legal Aid of East Tennessee to provide an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the provision of legal services to low-income individuals facing wrongful evictions and other critical housing issues. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Execute subgrantee agreement with ETCDC for design assistance R-194-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with East Tennessee Community Design Center to provide an amount not to exceed $25,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for Conceptual Design and Technical Assistance for approximately seven community improvement projects. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Execute agreement with CAC for lead hazard control grant R-193-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide $4,077,522.62 in U.S. Housing and Urban Development Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Initiative grant funding, with a required $337,001.09 match, for lead-based paint identification and hazard control services approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, for a total contract amount not to exceed $4,414,523.71. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025
Execute subgrantee agreement with CAC for home repair program R-192-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $475,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding to support the Emergency and Minor Home Repair program. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 22, 2025 Grant pensions to certain individuals R-213-2025 — 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 Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted —
Consent
Jul 22, 2025 Approve Certificate of Compliance for Sprouts Farmers Market wine license R-214-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to SFM, LLC d/b/a Sprouts Farmers Market #587 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted —
Consent
Jul 22, 2025 Approve Certificate of Compliance for Sumukh, Inc. liquor store license R-215-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Sumukh, Inc. relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City of Knoxville. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted —
Consent
Jul 8, 2025
Approve Certificate of Compliance for Jay Bhole Express, Inc. d/b/a Sam's Party Store. R-183-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Jay Bhole Express, Inc. d/b/a Sam's Party Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 8, 2025
Approve Certificate of Compliance for CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Casey's #4207. R-182-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to CGS Stores LLC d/b/a Casey's #4207 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 8, 2025
Submit 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Action Plan to HUD. R-181-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the submission of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development and the 2025-2026 Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and authorizing the Mayor to execute any associated documents and certifications under the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Act, and Emergency Solutions Grant Programs. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Jul 8, 2025
MOU with Knox County to accept $19k grant for KFD Laser Methane Detector. R-180-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County to accept $19,000.00 in grant funds as a sub recipient of the 2025 Homeland Security Grant in order to purchase a Laser Methane Detector for the Knoxville Fire Department. (Requested by Fire Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 8, 2025
Adopt Major Update to Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. R-177-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to adopt the Major Update to the Knox County, City of Knoxville and Town of Farragut Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. (Requested by Engineering Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 8, 2025
MOU with Knox County to accept $21k grant for KEMA emergency response capability. R-172-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Knox County in order for Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency (KEMA) to accept $21,000.00 as a sub recipient of a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Military to maintain KEMA's capability to respond during Department of Energy (DOE) emergencies. (Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 24, 2025
Authorize MOU with Knox County for Homeland Security Grant funds R-156-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a memorandum of understanding with Knox County in order for Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency to accept $22,500.00 as a subrecipient of a Homeland Security Grant for equipment and software at the Mobile Command Post and the Emergency Operations Center. (Requested by Emergency Management Agency) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 10, 2025
Issue Certificate of Compliance for Holston Package Store R-150-2025 — A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to F & S, LLC dba Holston Package Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 10, 2025
Honor memory of Brenda Palmer R-143-2025 — A Resolution honoring the memory of Brenda Palmer and to express City Council's condolences to her family upon the occasion of her passing. (Requested by City Council) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 13, 2025
Execute quitclaim deed for Homemakers Program property R-126-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Tiffany Foster and Reed Matthew Foster for one parcel of property located at 2100 Washington Avenue, Parcel ID No. 082-JX-010, within the limits of the City of Knoxville, pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $100,000. (Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 1, 2025
Authorize grant application for storm damage reimbursement R-92-2025 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Military, Tennessee Emergency Management Agency for reimbursement of eligible expenses from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, in the total amount of $844,386.13, with required matching funds in the amount of $120,626.58, for a project total of $965,012.71, for the August 7, 2023 severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornado events resulting in damages to the City. (Requested by Finance Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 10, 2024
Authorize agreement with The Capitol Strategy Group for governmental relations R-351-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fred D. (Tony) Thompson, Jr. and Kim Adkins, on behalf of The Capitol Strategy Group, LLC, in the amount of $72,000.00 to provide governmental relations services for the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Law Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 26, 2024
Award Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program Grant funds R-326-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $1,768,642.00 in Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program Grant funds to support eight projects guided by the Coordinated Community Plan and ongoing collaboration with the Youth Action Board.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Nov 12, 2024
Affirm Knox County's provision of emergency ambulance services R-310-2024 — A Resolution affirming Knox County's Provision of Emergency Ambulance Services within the municipal limits of the City of Knoxville in Accordance with Tennessee Code Annotated § 7-61-102(d).(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 17, 2024
Execute quitclaim deed for property at 1209 Forest Avenue R-248-2024 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Joseph S. Key II for one parcel of property located at 1209 Forest Avenue, Parcel ID No. 094-LM-011, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $131,100.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous

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