Knoxville public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on approving the sale of an interest in real property following a public hearing. Additionally, they will consider hiring Confluence Inc. to revise the Veterans District Master Plan.

• Public Hearing regarding disposal of an interest in real property by sale at 314 W Robinson
• Resolution directing the sale of an interest in real property at 314 W Robinson
• Authorization to hire Confluence Inc. for $X to revise Veterans District Master Plan

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will review a resolution to propose the sale of interest in 314 W Robinson. The council will also consider taking title to property at 621 N Lincoln and approving a site plan for a new Marion County Bank branch.

• Resolution proposing disposal of real property interest at 314 W Robinson
• Action to take title to property located at 621 N Lincoln
• Site plan approval for Marion County Bank at 1005 W. Pleasant Street
• Approval of 2024 Recreation and Cemetery fees
• Oaths of office for Mayor Brian Hatch and Council Members John Gotta, Dawn Rankin, and Bridget Mohler

City Council

The City Council will review several items including a $81,155.40 purchase of a Ventrac and a change order for the VA District improvements project. The agenda also includes approving agreements with the Marion County Fair Board and the CROSS Region law enforcement program.

• Purchase of a Ventrac for $81,155.40
• $14,916.70 change order from Elder Corporation for VA District - Phase 1 Improvements
• Resolution approving an agreement with the Marion County Fair Board
• 28E Agreement with CROSS Region for Law Enforcement Crisis Intervention Program
• Ordinance amending city code regarding fire inspection fees

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed disposal of an interest in real property by sale. Following the hearing, the council will consider a resolution directing the sale of land related to Origin Homes.

• Public hearing for the disposal of an interest in real property
• Resolution 11-51-23 directing the sale of land to Origin Homes

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will meet to review a consent agenda item regarding the disposal of an interest in real property. The proposed sale is related to Origin Homes lot sales.

• Resolution 11-50-23 proposing disposal of real property by sale for Origin Homes lot sales

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding designating portions of downtown as a blighted area and endorsing a CDBG-DTR grant application for downtown facades. The council will also consider amending fire inspection fees and approving the 2023 Community and Housing Needs Assessment.

• Public hearing to declare portions of downtown as a blighted area
• Public hearing for Knoxville CDBG Downtown Facade Grant Application
• Ordinance amendment regarding fire inspection fees
• Tax abatement for new single-family dwelling at 610 W Robinson
• Approval of Class E Retail Alcohol License for Casey's General Store #3 and 217

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation regarding the Knoxville Public Safety/City Hall Facility. The council also scheduled public hearings for November 6, 2023, to discuss designating portions of downtown as a blighted area and endorsing a CDBG-DTR grant application.

• Public hearing set for Nov. 6 regarding downtown blight designation
• Acceptance of $26,000 offer from Sage Homes, Inc. to purchase Lot 10 at the Veterans District
• Appointment of Mid-Iowa Planning Association as Grant Administrator for CDBG-DTR project
• Proposed ordinance amendment regarding fire inspection fees
• Approval of lease between the City and Paws And Pals Dog Park

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will review two change orders for the Water Reclamation UV Disinfectant Project. The agenda also includes approvals for retail alcohol licenses and a proclamation for National Fire Prevention Week.

• $25,000 change order from C.L. Carroll for the Water Reclamation UV Disinfectant Project
• $6,306 change order from C.L. Carroll for the Water Reclamation UV Disinfectant Project
• Class C Retail Alcohol License for Bottoms Up
• Class C Retail Alcohol License for Hy-Vee Wine & Spirits
• National Fire Prevention Week Proclamation

City Council

The City Council will discuss a property update with the Knoxville School Board regarding 102 N. Lincoln Street. The council is also considering a resolution to guarantee a local match for the Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund.

• Resolution to guarantee local match for Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund
• Discussion with Knoxville School Board regarding 102 N. Lincoln Street
• Class C Retail Alcohol License for Peace Tree Brewing Company
• Class C Retail Alcohol License for One Eleven Public House
• Approval of GAX #8 for Elite Dance CDBG-CV Grant

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a $105,500 change order for the Water Reclamation UV Disinfectant Project. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the 203 E Main Knoxville Façade Project and several residential tax abatement applications.

• $105,500 change order from C.L. Carroll for the Water Reclamation UV Disinfectant Project
• Public hearing on funded activities for the 203 E Main Knoxville Façade Project
• Tax abatement applications for new single-family dwellings at 1812 McKay Drive and 409 S Sixth Street
• Sage Homes, Inc. offer to purchase four lots in The Veterans District at $22,000 per lot
• Site plan approval for a building addition to Eye Health Solutions Clinic at 414 E Main Street

The City Council approved the sale of four lots in the Veterans District to Sage Homes, Inc. and authorized a $105,500 change order for a water reclamation project. The council also approved two tax abatements for new single-family homes and a site plan for a clinic addition.

• Approved sale of Lots 22, 23, 24, and 25 at Veterans District to Sage Homes, Inc. for $22,000 per lot (all ayes)
• Approved $105,500 change order from C.L. Carroll for Water Reclamation UV Disinfectant Project (all ayes)
• Approved tax abatement for new single-family dwelling at 1812 McKay Drive (all ayes)
• Approved tax abatement for new single-family dwelling at 409 S Sixth Street (all ayes)
• Approved site plan for Eye Health Solutions Clinic building addition at 414 E Main Street (all ayes)
• Approved representation by Ahlers & Cooney, P.C. for Knoxville Community School District real estate development (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will consider several retail alcohol license applications and adopt new city employee policies. The meeting also includes scheduling a public hearing for the 203 E. Main Knoxville Façade Project.

• Approval of retail alcohol licenses for Atlantic & Pacific Pub, Round Window Liquor, Monarca Mexican Food, Knoxville 66, and Coriglianos Pizzeria
• Adoption of new employee policies within the City of Knoxville Employee Handbook
• Setting a September 5, 2023, public hearing regarding the 203 E. Main Knoxville Façade Project
• Approval of July 2023 financials and the 2023 Annual Financial Report
• Approval of Resolution 8-36-23 Streets Finance Report

The City Council approved the adoption of new employee policies in the City of Knoxville Employee Handbook. The council also approved five retail alcohol licenses for local businesses and set a public hearing for September 5 regarding the 203 E. Main Knoxville Façade Project.

• Adopted new employee policies in the City of Knoxville Employee Handbook
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Atlantic & Pacific Pub
• Approved Class E Retail Alcohol License for Round Window Liquor
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Monarca Mexican Food
• Approved Class B Retail Alcohol License for Knoxville 66
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Coriglianos Pizzeria
• Set public hearing for Sept. 5, 2023, regarding 203 E. Main Knoxville Façade Project
• Approved payment of claims, including $1,139,784.23 to Elder Corporation

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a building addition and parking at 414 E. Main Street and a wall sign at 112 N. 2nd Street. Members also agreed that staff will prepare proposed amendments to the Commercial Districts Ordinance for a future meeting.

• Approved 8'x8' painted wall sign at 112 N. 2nd Street (6-0)
• Approved site plan for 1,500-square foot addition and parking at 414 E. Main Street (6-0)
• Approved August 8, 2023 agenda (6-0)
• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the adoption of the Marion County Hazard Mitigation Plan and an ordinance to retire the Park Lane Drive TIF District. The agenda also includes several tax abatement applications for new residential and commercial constructions.

• Adoption of the Marion County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Ordinance to formally retire the Park Lane Drive TIF District
• Tax abatements for new dwellings at 1613 McKay Drive and 2011 McKay Court
• Tax abatement for a new commercial property at 1502 E Main Street
• Change order of $16,606.00 from Cushman Excavation for Veterans Park Project

The City Council approved several tax abatements for new residential and commercial construction and authorized change orders for the Veterans Park and VA Phase 1 projects. The council also formally retired the Park Lane Drive TIF District and adopted a Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Approved tax abatement for new single-family dwelling at 1613 McKay Drive
• Approved tax abatement for new single-family dwelling at 2011 McKay Court
• Approved tax abatement for new commercial property at 1502 E Main
• Approved $16,606.00 change order #1 from Cushman Excavation for Veterans Park Project (all ayes)
• Approved $9,999.00 change order #3 from Elder Corporation for VA Phase 1 Project (all ayes)
• Adopted Hazard Mitigation Plan (all ayes)
• Adopted ordinance retiring the Park Lane Drive TIF District (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Veterans Park Trails Connection and a property sale. The council is also considering sign-on bonuses for fire department personnel and an ordinance for ambulance services.

• Public hearing for Veterans Park Trails Connection plans and contract
• Resolution to direct the sale of interest in real property
• Acceptance of $31,000 offer to purchase Lot #27 at the Veterans District
• Proposed sign-on bonuses of $2,000 for EMTs and up to $5,000 for certified Paramedics
• Ordinance to add a new chapter to the City Code regarding Ambulance Service

The City Council approved a contract for the Veterans Park Trails Connection project and authorized the sale of a real property lot. The council also adopted a new ordinance for ambulance services and approved sign-on bonuses for fire department personnel.

• Awarded $376,982.25 contract to Howrey Construction for Veterans Park Trails Connection (All Ayes)
• Approved sale of lot #27 at the Veterans District to Robert and Jill Roozeboom for $31,000.00 (All Ayes)
• Adopted ordinance adding a new chapter for Ambulance Service to the Code of Ordinances (All Ayes)
• Approved sign-on bonuses of $2,000 for EMTs and up to $5,000 for certified paramedics (All Ayes)
• Approved IEDA Contract and Ivory Soul, LLC Development Agreement for 225 E. Main Street (All Ayes)
• Approved status report and GAX 6 for Elite Dance CDBG-CV Grant (All Ayes)
• Approved retail alcohol licenses for Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, Fareway Stores, Inc #980, Monarca, and Atlantic & Pacific Pub (All Ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (All Ayes)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution for the proposed sale of real property interests and set public hearings for July 17, 2023. The agenda also includes approving a building inspection service contract and administering oaths of office to two police officers.

• Public hearing for Veterans Park Trails Connection plans and contract award
• Public hearing regarding the 203 E Main Knoxville Façade Project
• Service contract with Veenstra and Kimm, Inc. for building inspection services
• Resolution proposing disposal of an interest in real property by sale
• Oath of office for Lieutenant Travis Delaney and Officer Jordon Beaker

The City Council approved a service contract with VK Building Inspection Services and several business licenses. Public hearings were scheduled for July 17 regarding the VA Park Trails Connection and the 203 E. Main Knoxville Façade Project.

• Approved Residential and Commercial Garbage Hauler License for Garbage Guys (all ayes)
• Approved Special Class C Liquor License for Pizza Hut (all ayes)
• Approved service contract with VK Building Inspection Services (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for July 17, 2023, regarding VA Park Trails Connection (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for July 17, 2023, regarding 203 E. Main Knoxville Façade Project (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution to set a public hearing for disposal of real property by sale (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the definition of 'Adult Cabaret' in the zoning ordinance. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2023 Street Improvement Project and the use of LMI funds for Habitat for Humanity.

• Public hearing for amending the Adult Cabaret definition in Title 9, Chapter 1
• Discussion regarding the 2023 Street Improvement Project
• Approval of Change Order #4 for the Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project
• Use of City LMI funds to assist Habitat for Humanity of Marion County, Inc. with a lot acquisition
• Resolution setting salaries and wages for appointed officers and non-collective bargaining unit employees

The City Council adopted an ordinance amending the definition of Adult Cabaret following a public hearing. The council also approved several business licenses, a water facility change order, and funding for Habitat for Humanity.

• Adopted ordinance amending the definition of Adult Cabaret (all ayes)
• Approved $90,719.00 Change Order #4 for Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project (all ayes)
• Approved up to $15,000.00 in LMI funds for Habitat for Humanity of Marion County, Inc. to acquire a lot (roll call vote)
• Approved financial support for public safety personnel wages for Fly Iowa airport event (all ayes)
• Approved resolution setting salaries/wages for appointed officers and non-collective bargaining employees for FY2023 (all ayes)
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol Licenses for Casa Grande and Rib Shack, and Class E for Wal-Mart Supercenter #2935
• Approved cigarette permits for 12 businesses effective July 1, 2023
• Approved payment of claims

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinance amendments regarding electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and fowl definitions. The agenda also includes proposals for cemetery software and facade improvement grants.

• Adoption of a new Property Maintenance Code chapter
• Ordinance amendments for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical codes
• Façade Improvement Grants for 119 and 121 S Third Street
• Cemify cemetery software implementation proposal
• Class C Retail Alcohol License for VFW Post #3519

The City Council approved several updates to the Code of Ordinances, including a new Property Maintenance Code and amendments to electrical, plumbing, and mechanical codes. The council also approved storefront improvement grants and a new cemetery software system.

• Approved cemetery software implementation proposal from Cemify (all ayes)
• Approved storefront improvement grants for 119 S Third Street and 121 S Third Street (all ayes)
• Adopted ordinance amending definition of permitted fowl (4-1)
• Adopted ordinance amending plumbing and mechanical codes (all ayes)
• Adopted ordinance amending electrical code (all ayes)
• Adopted new Property Maintenance Code chapter (all ayes)
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #3519 (all ayes)
• Approved Low Rent Housing Board Application from Maureen Hutchins (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items regarding the development of the Veterans' Administration District, including agreements with Origin Homes, LLC and Marion County. The agenda also includes storefront improvement grants and various alcohol license approvals.

• Amended 28E agreement between Knoxville and Marion County for the Veterans' Affairs property redevelopment
• Development agreement with Origin Homes, LLC regarding lots in the Veterans' Administration District
• Workforce housing tax incentive application support for Origin Homes, LLC
• Appointment of a real estate agent to sell Phase I lots in the Veterans District
• Storefront improvement grants for 11 specific properties including locations on E Main Street and S 3rd Street

The City Council approved several agreements with Origin Homes, LLC for the sale and development of lots in the Veterans' Administration District. The council also authorized storefront improvement grants for 11 properties and appointed Sundance Realty to handle lot sales.

• Approved amended 28E agreement with Marion County for Veterans' Affairs Property redevelopment (all ayes)
• Approved development agreement with Origin Homes, LLC for Veterans' Administration District lots (all ayes)
• Approved resolution supporting workforce housing tax incentive application for Origin Homes, LLC (all ayes)
• Appointed Sundance Realty to represent the City in the sale of Phase I lots in the Veterans' District (all ayes)
• Approved storefront improvement grants for 11 specific addresses (all ayes)
• Approved Class B Retail Alcohol License for Dollar General #6820 (all ayes)
• Approved Class E Retail Alcohol License for Fast Mart 2 (Round Window Liquor) (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed disposal of an interest in real property by sale. The council will also consider a resolution directing this sale and discuss potential changes to the city code definition of permitted fowl.

• Public hearing for the disposal of an interest in real property by sale
• Resolution directing the sale of an interest in real property
• Discussion regarding city code definition of permitted fowl
• Approval of Ryan Roberts' Planning and Zoning Commission application
• Approval of city claims report

The City Council approved a resolution to sell an interest in real property following a public hearing. Council also directed staff to update the city code to allow quail as permitted fowl. Various claims and administrative minutes were approved.

• Approved resolution directing the sale of an interest in real property (all ayes)
• Directed staff to amend city code to include quail as permitted fowl
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)
• Approved City Council Minutes from April 17, 2023 (all ayes)
• Accepted Library Board Meeting Minutes from April 18, 2023 (all ayes)
• Accepted Housing Board Meeting Minutes from March 27, 2023 (all ayes)
• Approved Planning and Zoning Commission Application from Ryan Roberts (all ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Knoxville Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request for a painted wall sign at Auld Park Shelter House, review the schematic design for Library Garden Park, and discuss possible amendments to the Commercial Districts Ordinance. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Painted wall sign request by Hannah Vander Veer at southeast corner of N 2nd Street and E Reno Street (Parcel ID 0961503000)
• Schematic design review for Library Garden Park at 217 S Second Street
• Possible amendments to Knoxville Zoning Code Commercial Districts Ordinance
• Approval of February 15, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a request for a painted wall sign at Auld Park. The commission also issued design recommendations for the Library Garden Park and requested that staff prepare amendments to the Commercial Districts Ordinance.

• Approved 6'x12' painted wall sign at N 2nd Street and E Reno Street (5-0)
• Approved recommendations for Library Garden Park schematic design (5-0)
• Requested staff prepare proposed amendments to Commercial Districts Ordinance (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a FY2023 budget amendment and an ordinance to vacate an alley. The council will also consider multiple project change orders and the Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management Plan.

• Public hearing for the FY2023 Budget Amendment
• Public hearing regarding the vacation of an alley within city limits
• Change Order #2 for the VA Phase 1 Project
• Change Orders #2 and #3 for the Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project
• Approval of Class E Liquor Licenses for Casey's General Store #1610 and #1827

The City Council approved a budget amendment for the 2022-2023 fiscal year and authorized several project change orders. The council also vacated an alley and approved liquor licenses for two Casey's General Store locations.

• Approved 2022-2023 Budget Amendment (all ayes)
• Approved ordinance vacating an alley (all ayes)
• Approved resolution for disposal of real property by sale of alley (all ayes)
• Approved $13,324.50 change order #2 for VA Phase 1 Project (all ayes)
• Approved $185,000.00 change order #2 for Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project (all ayes)
• Approved $225,000.00 change order #3 for Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project (all ayes)
• Approved Class E Liquor Licenses for Casey’s General Store #1610 and #1827 (all ayes)
• Approved Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management Plan (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the sale of real property interest and consider a resolution to direct that sale. The meeting also includes updates on Gebhardt Park construction and findings from a GIS location study for a new Public Safety/City Hall facility.

• Public hearing for the disposal of an interest in real property by sale
• Resolution directing the sale of real property at 809 N 1st
• Class C Retail Alcohol License approval for Dingus, Inc.
• Construction progress update for Gebhardt Park
• GIS location study findings for the Public Safety/City Hall facility

The City Council approved the sale of real property at 809 N First to Ann Rankin and Adam Beal. The council also approved two liquor licenses and scheduled public hearings for a budget amendment and an alley vacation.

• Approved sale of 809 N First to Ann Rankin and Adam Beal for $1,500 (all ayes)
• Approved Class E Liquor License for Hy-Vee (all ayes)
• Approved Class C retail alcohol license for Dingus, Inc. (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for April 17, 2023, for Proposed Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Budget Amendment (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for April 17, 2023, regarding vacating an alley (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims with coding correction for Christner Contracting (all ayes)
• Directed staff to proceed with demolition permit for Gebhardt Park (no formal action)
• Directed staff to proceed to Phase 2 for public safety/city hall facility on West Pleasant (no formal action)

Board of Adjustment

The Knoxville Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two applications: a special use permit for a self-storage facility at 1502 E Main Street and a variance for a carport at 913 W Madison Street. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. Staff recommends approval for both requests.

• Special use permit for 18-unit self-storage facility at 1502 E Main Street (Fidelity Enterprises LLC)
• Variance for carport encroaching into side yard at 913 W Madison Street (Jaymie and Jennifer Moyle)
• Approval of December 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Staff report notes prior demolition of two buildings at 1502 E Main Street due to code violations

City Council

The City Council approved a union contract and a contract with Thrive Knoxville for a mural on city-owned property. Council also approved a consent agenda including financial reports and liquor license renewals, but took no action on the Conrey Storm Sewer Improvements Project contract.

• Approved contract with Thrive Knoxville for mural installation (3-1)
• Approved resolution approving the union contract (all ayes)
• Approved February 2023 Financials (all ayes)
• Approved Class E Retail Liquor License Renewal for New Star (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution Regarding City Credit Card Authorization and Credit Limits (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for April 3, 2023, regarding vacating an alley (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution Proposing Disposal of an Interest in Real Property by Sale (all ayes)
• No action taken on Conrey Storm Sewer Improvements Project contract

City Council

The Knoxville City Council is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the city's future capital projects and financial planning. The agenda also includes a consent item to approve a Class C retail alcohol license for the Marion County Fair Association, along with public comments and reports from the mayor and city manager.

• Discussion and possible action on future capital projects and financial planning
• Approve Class C retail alcohol license for Marion County Fair Association
• Citizens/Public Comments
• Mayor's Report
• City Manager's Report

The City Council met in a special session and approved a Class C Retail Alcohol License. A presentation on capital funding cash flows was delivered, but no action was taken on that item.

• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol License for Marion County Fair Association

City Council

The City Council approved the 2023-2024 city budget and the Knoxville Water Works budget. Council also approved an ordinance for the subdivision of duplex and rowhouse dwellings and a license to occupy for the Marion County Fair Association.

• Adopted 2023-2024 City of Knoxville budget (all ayes)
• Adopted 2023/2024 budget for The Knoxville Water Works (all ayes)
• Approved cost sharing up to $7,500 for Knoxville Gateway Project design services (4-1)
• Approved ordinance for subdivision of duplex and rowhouse dwellings (all ayes)
• Approved license to occupy for Marion County Fair Association (all ayes)
• Approved vacation of a water line easement (all ayes)
• Tabled Conrey Storm Sewer Improvements Project contract until March 20, 2023 (all ayes)
• Approved alcohol licenses for Dollar General #3540, Dut’s American Legion, and Kline’s Quick Time (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will hold public hearings on a zoning amendment allowing duplex and rowhouse subdivisions for separate sale, and on the FY2023/2024 maximum property tax dollars. They will also set a March 6 public hearing for the FY2023/2024 budget and consider a tax abatement for a home at 1301 W Madison. Other items include a storm sewer contract hearing, water line easement vacation, and a change order for the water reclamation facility.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment for duplex/rowhouse subdivision
• Public hearing and resolution on FY2023/2024 maximum property tax dollars
• Set public hearing for FY2023/2024 budget on March 6, 2023
• Tax abatement resolution for 1301 W Madison
• Change Order #1 for Water Reclamation Facility Improvement Project

The Council approved the maximum property tax dollars for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and scheduled a public hearing for the upcoming budget. They also approved a water reclamation facility change order and various claims. No action was taken on the housing needs assessment or the proposed Auld Park art piece.

• Approved resolution setting FY 2023-2024 maximum property tax dollars (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for FY 2023/2024 budget for March 6, 2023 (all ayes)
• Approved $11,493.00 Change Order #1 for water reclamation facility improvement project (roll call vote)
• Approved payment of claims, including $460,640.56 to CL Carroll Co Inc (all ayes)
• Approved tax abatement application for single-family dwelling improvements (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Conrey storm sewer improvements project for March 6, 2023 (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for water line easement vacation for March 6, 2023 (all ayes)
• Approved January 2023 Financials (all ayes)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Knoxville Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a regular meeting. The main item is continued consideration of possible amendments to the Knoxville Zoning Code Residential Districts Ordinance regarding subdivision of duplex and rowhouse dwellings for sale to separate owners. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering call to order, roll call, approval of agenda and minutes, and adjournment.

• Continued discussion of zoning code amendments for subdivision of duplex and rowhouse dwellings
• Approval of January 24, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed and discussed amendments to the Knoxville Zoning Code. The commission voted to recommend that City Council adopt an ordinance allowing duplex and rowhouse dwellings to be subdivided for sale to separate owners.

• Approved February 15, 2023 agenda (5-0)
• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt ordinance for subdivision of duplex and rowhouse dwellings (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Knoxville Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a regular meeting. The main item is continued discussion of possible amendments to the city's zoning code regarding subdivision of duplex and rowhouse dwellings for sale to separate owners. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Continued consideration of zoning code amendments for duplex and rowhouse subdivision
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 24, 2023

City Council

The City Council approved contracts for the Veteran’s Park Project and the Edwards Park Improvements Project. The council also approved a contract for architectural services and established the 2023 Municipal Façade Grant Program framework.

• Awarded Veteran’s Park Project contract for $1,012,500 (all ayes)
• Awarded Edwards Park Improvements Project contract for $179,318.90 (all ayes)
• Approved $14,000 contract with Curtis Architecture (all ayes)
• Approved 2023 Municipal Façade Grant Program framework (all ayes)
• Approved CDBG Contract Amendment for Elite Dance Grant Project (all ayes)
• Approved Class C Retail Alcohol Licenses for Pine Knolls Golf Club and Mrs. D’s, Inc. (all ayes)
• Scheduled public hearings for Feb 20, 2023, regarding Property Tax Levy and Zoning Code Residential Districts Ordinance
• Approved bids and ordered bids for Conrey Storm Sewer Improvements Project (roll call vote)

City Council

The City Council held a special session to schedule a public hearing regarding a contract for Veteran’s Park. Council members reviewed the Parks and Recreation Department Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Recommended Budgets, but no action was taken on the budgets.

• Approved consent agenda (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for February 6, 2023, to award Veteran’s Park contract

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider amendments to the Knoxville Zoning Code to allow duplexes and rowhouses to be subdivided into individual lots for separate ownership. This change is intended to eliminate the need for developers to seek variances from the Board of Adjustment, a process that was recently denied for a project at 501 S. Sixth Street. The proposed amendments include adding 'Single-Family Attached Dwellings' as a permitted use in R-2 and R-3 districts and establishing minimum unit dimensions.

• Proposed amendment to add Single-Family Attached Dwellings as permitted uses in R-2 and R-3 districts
• Proposal to establish zero-foot setback from common lot lines for attached residential structures
• Proposal to set minimum dimensions for duplex units: 18 feet wide/1,800 sq ft for interior units; 25 feet wide/2,500 sq ft for end units
• Proposal to create an administrative process for the Planning & Zoning Administrator to approve subdivisions of duplexes and rowhouses
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 11, 2022, and November 8, 2022

The Planning and Zoning Commission directed staff to prepare amendments to the Residential Districts Ordinance. These changes aim to allow duplex and rowhouse units to be subdivided and sold to separate owners without requiring zoning variances.

• Directed staff to prepare Knoxville Zoning Code Residential Districts Ordinance amendments (4-1)
• Approved January 24, 2023 agenda (5-0)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved a consent agenda including several administrative appointments and financial reports. Two public hearings were scheduled for February 6, 2023, regarding residential zoning and the Edwards Park contract. Budget presentations for the Fire Department and Hotel Motel Tax were reviewed, but no action was taken.

• Approved City Council Minutes from January 3, 2023 (all ayes)
• Approved December 2022 Financials (all ayes)
• Accepted resignations of Dixie Brown (Airport Commission) and Robert Leonard (Library Board) (all ayes)
• Approved Library Board application from Ellyn Shaw (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Feb 6, 2023, regarding Zoning Code Residential Districts Ordinance (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for Feb 6, 2023, to award Edwards Park contract (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)

City Council

The Knoxville City Council will vote on a resolution to approve plans, specifications, and contract documents for Edwards Park improvements, and to order bids. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving minutes, naming depositories for city funds, affirming the city attorney, designating the official newspaper, and approving liquor licenses for two Hy-Vee locations. The meeting is largely procedural, with the Edwards Park project being the main substantive item.

• Resolution approving plans and ordering bids for Edwards Park improvements
• Resolution naming depositories for city funds
• Affirmation of City Attorney Bob Stuyvesant
• Designation of Marion County Express Knoxville as official city newspaper
• Class E liquor licenses for Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh and Hy-Vee Wine and Spirits

The City Council approved a resolution to order bids for improvements to Edwards Park. The council also approved several administrative items via a consent agenda and authorized various claim payments.

• Approved resolution to order bids for Edwards Park Improvements (all ayes)
• Approved Class E Liquor License for Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh (all ayes)
• Approved Class E Liquor License for Hy-Vee Wine and Spirits (all ayes)
• Designated Marion County Express Knoxville as the Official City Newspaper (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution Naming Depositories for City Funds (all ayes)
• Approved Affirmation of City Attorney Bob Stuyvesant (all ayes)
• Approved payment of claims (all ayes)