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Every recorded decision

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

Filtered · year 2023

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
Dec 16, 2023
Election of City Council Representative to KTA Election of City Council Representative to the Knoxville Transportation Authority (KTA)
Adopted —
Dec 16, 2023
Election of Beer Board Chair
Adopted —
Dec 16, 2023
Election of Vice-Mayor
Adopted —
Dec 16, 2023
Election of City Council Representative to KTA Election of City Council Representative to the Knoxville Transportation Authority (KTA)
Adopted —
Dec 16, 2023
Election of Beer Board Chair
Adopted —
Dec 16, 2023
Election of Vice-Mayor
Adopted —
Dec 16, 2023
Election of Vice-Mayor
Adopted 5-3-1-0
Split
Dec 12, 2023
Appropriate funds to community agencies and organizations O-172-2023 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $23,800.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to community agencies and organizations as set forth in the attachment.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmembers Smith, Singh, Rider, Thomas, McKenzie, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted —
Dec 12, 2023
Appropriate funds to community agencies and organizations O-172-2023 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $23,800.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to community agencies and organizations as set forth in the attachment.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmembers Smith, Singh, Rider, Thomas, McKenzie, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted —
Dec 12, 2023
Change zoning at 1124-1130 Trigg Street from RN-2 to RN-3 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification of property located at 1124, 1126, 1128 and 1130 Trigg Street from RN-2 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-3 (General Residential Neighborhood) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Keith Foster, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0) (File No. 11-F-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Change zoning at 4501 Lonas Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 4501 Lonas Drive from RN-1 (Single-Family Residential Neighborhood) District to RN-2 (Single- Family Residential Neighborhood) District, Northshore Construction, Inc., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 11-D-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Amend zoning map to add PD designation to 1834 Beech Street An Ordinance to amend the zoning map to add the PD (Planned Development) designation to 1834 Beech Street, David Cockrill, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No. 11-A-23-PD) (First District)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Change street name of Pelham Road to Rock Pointe Drive An Ordinance to change the street name of a portion of Pelham Road located between Rutledge Pike and the west terminus of Rock Pointe Drive to Rock Pointe Drive, City of Knoxville, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (PC File No. 11-A- 23-SNC) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Close unnamed street between Richmond Ave and Joseph Schofield St An Ordinance to close an unnamed street between Richmond Avenue and Joseph Schofield Street, located between the northwest and northeast corners of parcel 094 HJ 002, subject to one condition, and authorizing the mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, Andrew Byrd, Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 12-0 Consent) (File No.11-A-23-SC) (Council District 3)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Transfer Animal Control Unit functions to Young-Williams Animal Center O-171-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to transfer Animal Control Unit functions to Young-Williams Animal Center of East Tennessee and modify the Animal Control Board.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted —
Dec 12, 2023
Transfer Animal Control Unit functions to Young-Williams Animal Center O-171-2023 — An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to transfer Animal Control Unit functions to Young-Williams Animal Center of East Tennessee and modify the Animal Control Board.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted —
Dec 12, 2023
Amend code regarding remedial plans and fines for sales to minors O-170-2023 — An Ordinance amending Section 4-78(b)(ii) of Chapter 4 of the Knoxville City Code to clarify submission of remedial plans and fines for sales to underaged persons.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Testerman) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted —
Dec 12, 2023
Amend code regarding remedial plans and fines for sales to minors O-170-2023 — An Ordinance amending Section 4-78(b)(ii) of Chapter 4 of the Knoxville City Code to clarify submission of remedial plans and fines for sales to underaged persons.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Testerman) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted —
Dec 12, 2023
Amend Operating and Capital Budgets for FY 23/24 An Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 23/24.(Requested by Finance Department)
Adopted 7-1-1-0
Split
Dec 12, 2023
Apply for grant for Advocate for Overdose Families R-411-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and accept a grant award of up to $300,000.00 over three years, with no required local match, from Knox County Grants and Community Development to be used for salaries/benefits, supplies, equipment, and training costs associated with hiring and retaining an Advocate for Overdose Families.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Adopt updated comprehensive Fee Schedule for Plans Review and Building Inspections R-410-2023 — A Resolution adopting an updated comprehensive Fee Schedule for inspections, permits and renewals, plan reviews, licenses, and appeals for the Department of Plans Review and Building Inspections.(Requested by Plans Review & Inspections) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Authorize agreement with Fred D. (Tony) Thompson, Jr. R-409-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fred D. (Tony) Thompson, Jr. in the amount of $72,000.00 to provide governmental relations services for the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Law Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Authorize agreement with Cornerstone Government Affairs, Inc. R-408-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Cornerstone Government Affairs, Inc. in the amount of $180,000.00 to provide governmental relations services for the City of Knoxville.(Requested by Law Department) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Amend contract for electric buses and charging infrastructure R-407-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a third amendment to contract number C- 20-0147 between the City of Knoxville and New Flyer of America, Inc. authorizing an increase in the purchase price for nine electric buses and related charging infrastructure for a total purchase price of $10,777,038.72 and permitting the parties to negotiate future escalation caps as needed due to the result of extreme economic inflation.(Requested by Knoxville Area Transit) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Authorize agreement with Knoxville Urban Renaissance Builders for Fire Station #6 R-406-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville Urban Renaissance Builders, LLC (KURB) in an amount not to exceed $44,450.00 for the Fire Station #6 Repairs Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Authorize MOU with Knox County for Homeland Security Grant R-405-2023 — 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 $25,000.00 as a sub recipient 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 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Approve Park City Redevelopment and Urban Renewal Plan R-404-2023 — A Resolution approving the Park City Redevelopment and Urban Renewal Plan prepared by Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation.(Requested by Administration) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-1-0
Dec 12, 2023
Authorize PILOT payments for property at 1801 E. Magnolia Ave R-403-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Board of the City of Knoxville to negotiate and accept from Knoxville Leadership Foundation, or an affiliate thereof, payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes (“PILOT”) with respect to real property located at 1801 E. Magnolia Avenue, Parcel ID 082 PL 012, Knoxville, Tennessee and finding that such payments are deemed to be in furtherance of the public purposes of the Board as defined in Tenn. Code Ann. § 7-53-305.(Requested by Administration) Budget & taxes Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Authorize purchase of property for new fire station in Burlington R-402-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign, on behalf of the City, any and all documents necessary to purchase two parcels of property in the Burlington community for the potential development of a new fire station, for an amount not to exceed $700,000.00.(Requested by Administration and Knoxville Fire Department) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Honor memory of Larry G. Cox R-401-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Change zoning at 114 Sylvia Drive from RN-1 to RN-5 O-169-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Approve One Year Plan amendment at 114 Sylvia Drive O-168-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Amend North City Sector Plan at 114 Sylvia Drive O-167-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Change zoning at 707 Delapp Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 O-166-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Appoint Nicole Elliott and Ronnie Brabson to Audit Committee R-400-2023 — A Resolution of the Council of the City of Knoxville appointing Nicole Elliott and Ronnie Brabson to the City of Knoxville Audit Committee.(Requested by Audit Committee) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Confirm appointment to Knoxville Transportation Authority Board R-399-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Eboni Winford to the Knoxville Transportation Authority Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Confirm appointment to Knoxville Animal Control Board R-398-2023 — A Resolution confirming the appointment of Erin Donovan to the Knoxville Animal Control Board.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Confirm reappointment to Knoxville City Golf Course Advisory Committee R-397-2023 — A Resolution confirming the reappointments of Sheryl Ely and Chad Weth to the Knoxville City Golf Course Advisory Committee.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 12, 2023
Approve minutes of November 28, 2023 regular meeting approve the minutes of the November 28, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Change zoning for 114 Sylvia Drive from RN-1 to RN-5 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)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Approve One Year Plan amendment for 114 Sylvia Drive from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office 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)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Approve sector plan amendment for 114 Sylvia Drive from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential/Office 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)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Change zoning for 707 Delapp Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 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)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Amend Knoxville City Code Chapter 5 regarding Animal Control Unit functions An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 5, to transfer Animal Control Unit functions to Young-Williams Animal Center of East Tennessee and modify the Animal Control Board.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department)
Deferred 7-0-1-1
Deferred
Nov 28, 2023
Resolution calling for de-escalation and ceasefire in Israel and Palestine A Resolution calling on the U.S. Federal Government to urge an immediate de-escalation and ceasefire in Israel and occupied Palestine and to express the Council of the City of Knoxville's support and solidarity with the people of Palestine facing genocidal levels of violence at the hands of the state of Israel.(Requested by Councilmember Parker)
Failed —
Failed
Nov 28, 2023
Call on Knoxville Congressional Delegation to oppose H.R. 3557, American Broadband Act of 2023 R-396-2023 — A Resolution respectfully calling on the Knoxville Congressional Delegation to oppose H.R. 3557, the American Broadband Act of 2023.(Requested by Councilmember Parker) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with ICF Incorporated, LLC for climate action planning R-395-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with ICF Incorporated, LLC to support the City of Knoxville in technical analysis and plan development for regional climate action planning in an amount not to exceed $597,321.00.(Requested by Office of Sustainability) Intergovernmental & resolutions Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to enter Services Contract with Young-Williams Animal Center R-394-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Defined Services Contract between the City of Knoxville, Knox County, and Young-Williams Animal Center of East Tennessee to promote the responsible care and welfare of animals within the City of Knoxville and Knox County for an amount not to exceed $3,004,829 over a four year period.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety Item history →
Adopted 6-1-1-1
Split
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Young-Williams Animal Center to lease animal control equipment R-393-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Young-Williams Animal Center of East Tennessee to lease animal control equipment and vehicles for an amount not to exceed $1.00 annually.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety Item history →
Adopted 6-1-1-1
Split
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with Young-Williams Animal Center to lease facility R-392-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Young-Williams Animal Center of East Tennessee to lease part of the facility located at 913 East Fifth Avenue for an amount not to exceed $1.00 annually.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety Item history →
Adopted 6-1-1-1
Split
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with TBI for Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force R-391-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to support the Tennessee Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force by coordinating two annual training conferences, pursuant to a grant from the Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Criminal Justice Programs, in an amount not to exceed $130,000.00, with an option to renew the agreement for two additional one-year periods upon written agreement by the parties.(Requested by Knoxville Police Department) Public safety Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute quitclaim deed to Clyde R. Tant, Jr. for property on Oakcrest Road R-390-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed to Clyde R. Tant, Jr., for one parcel of property located at 421 Oakcrest Road, Parcel ID No. 068-DJ-009, within the limits of the City of Knoxville pursuant to the Homemakers Program for a contract sales price of $120,000.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement with CDM Smith Inc. for KAT Bus Stop Improvements Project R-389-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with CDM Smith Inc. to provide professional engineering design services for the Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) Bus Stop Improvements Project for an amount not to exceed $427,070.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to execute encroachment agreement with Sutherland Lofts, LLC R-388-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an encroachment agreement with Sutherland Lofts, LLC to allow an existing fence to encroach into the public right-of-way at 2203 Sutherland Avenue.(Requested by Department of Engineering) Roads & infrastructure Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Authorize Mayor to accept Stop Loss insurance proposal from Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company R-387-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept the proposal from Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company for Stop Loss insurance for the City’s self-insured medical plan and prescription drug plan, for an estimated annual premium of $822,076.00.(Requested by Employee Benefits & Risk Management) Contracts & purchasing Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Change zoning for properties on Fort Promise and West Oldham Avenues from RN-5 to C-N O-165-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Approve One Year Plan amendment for properties on Fort Promise and West Oldham Avenues O-164-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Approve sector plan amendment for properties on Fort Promise and West Oldham Avenues O-163-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Change zoning classification of 4600 Ernestine Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 O-162-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Approve Juan Hernandez request for One Year Plan amendment for 4600 Ernestine Drive O-161-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Approve Juan Hernandez request to amend North City Sector Plan for 4600 Ernestine Drive O-160-2023 — An Ordinance approving the request of Juan Hernandez for an amendment to the North City Sector Plan 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-SP) (Council District 4)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Approve One Year Plan amendment for 0 Westridge Drive from Civic/Institutional to Low Density Residential O-159-2023 — An Ordinance approving the request of Maple Lane Homes LLC for a One Year Plan amendment from Civic and Institutional to Low Density Residential for property located at 0 Westridge Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0) (File No. 10-E-23-PA) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Approve sector plan amendment for 0 Westridge Drive from Civic/Institutional to Low Density Residential O-158-2023 — An Ordinance approving the request of Maple Lane Homes LLC for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Civic and Institutional to Low Density Residential for property located at 0 Westridge Drive. (Planning Commission Approved 10-0) (File No. 10-E-23-SP) (Council District 2)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Change zoning for 2031 & 2033 Piney Grove Church Road from RN-1 to AG O-157-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Change zoning for 121 Union Avenue and 0 State Street from DK-G to DK-B O-156-2023 — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for property located at 121 Union Avenue and 0 State Street from DK-G (Downtown Knoxville District, Grid Subdistrict) to DK-B (Downtown Knoxville District, Boulevards Subdistrict), Smee + Busby Architects, P.C., Applicant. (Planning Commission Approved 6-4) (File No. 9-G-23-RZ) (Council District 6)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Close unnamed alley and authorize quitclaim deeds to adjacent property owners O-155-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Amend Zoning Code Article 7 to correct references, limit variances, and set standards O-154-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Appropriate $3,000 from Parks and Recreation for AMBC Fall Festival sponsorship O-153-2023 — 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) Parks & community Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Amend City Code Chapters 2 and 15 regarding antidiscrimination ordinances O-152-2023 — 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) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Nov 28, 2023
Amend City Code Chapter 2 to adjust classification and compensation plans O-151-2023 — 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 Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023
Elect Craig Pickett Jr. to Knoxville Utilities Board of Commissioners R-386-2023 — A Resolution electing Craig Pickett Jr. to the Knoxville Utilities Board of Commissioners.(Requested by Mayor Kincannon) Personnel & appointments Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 28, 2023 Grant pension to Donna L. Best 11-j — A Resolution granting a pension of $3,895.34 per month to Donna L. Best, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Personnel & appointments Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Nov 28, 2023
Motion to postpone Ordinance 12-a for two weeks failed for lack of second Council Member Rider moved to postpone Ordinance 12-a for two weeks. The Mayor declared the motion failed for lack of a second.
Failed —
Failed
Nov 28, 2023 Approve sector plan amendment from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial 10-a — An Ordinance approving the request of Erika Ayala Munoz for an amendment to the Northwest City Sector Plan from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial for a portion of property located at 2812 Merchant Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged, on appeal from a denial by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission. (Planning Commission File No. 10-B-23-SP) (Planning Commission Denied 10-0) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning) Zoning & land use Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Nov 28, 2023 Approve One Year Plan amendment from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial 10-b — An Ordinance approving the request of Erika Ayala Munoz for a One Year Plan amendment from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial for a portion of property located at 2812 Merchant Drive, leaving any special purpose land use classifications unchanged, on appeal from a denial by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission. (Planning Commission File No. 10-B-23-PA) (Planning Commission Denied 10-0) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Nov 28, 2023 Change zoning for 2812 Merchant Drive from OP to C-G-1 10-c — An Ordinance to change the base zoning classification for a portion of property located at 2812 Merchant Drive from OP (Office Park) District to C-G-1 (General Commercial) District, leaving all special purpose and overlay districts unchanged, Erika Ayala Munoz, Applicant, on appeal from a denial by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission. (Planning Commission File No. 10-B-23-RZ) (Planning Commission Denied 10-0) (Council District 5)(Requested by Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission) Zoning & land use Item history → Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Nov 28, 2023
Approve minutes from November 14, 2023 regular meeting Motion to: approve the minutes of the November 14, 2023 Regular Meeting of City Council
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
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.
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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)
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
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 Item history →
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous

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