Knoxville
Upcoming
City Council Regular
The Knoxville City Council will vote on zoning changes for two residential properties, approve a one-year moratorium on large data centers, and authorize multiple contracts and grants for infrastructure, housing, and transit projects.
- Emergency ordinance proposing a one-year moratorium on data centers using 10+ megawatts.
- Zoning changes for 3225 Joyce Ave and 732-758 Hialeah Dr from RN-1 to RN-2.
- $4.5M agreement for Western Heights Phase V infrastructure improvements.
- $1.35M federal transit grant application for Knoxville Area Transit.
- Public hearing on a setback variance appeal for a detached garage at 1503 Southgate Rd.
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City Council Regular
The Knoxville City Council will vote on amendments increasing state funding for the Liberty Street Multimodal Project and Northwest Greenway Connector Phase II. The agenda also includes approvals for over $250,000 in grants supporting homeless shelter and rapid re-housing services, alongside a new management contract for the Knoxville Convention Center. Additionally, council members will adopt the FY 2027-2032 Capital Improvements Program, review two residential rezonings, and consider closing two city alleys.
- Increase DOT funding for Liberty Street Multimodal Project to $2,332,342 and Northwest Greenway Connector Phase II to $7,227,492.
- Approve up to $250,000 in grants for homeless shelter, rapid re-housing, and eviction mediation services.
- Adopt the FY 2027-2032 Capital Improvements Program and FY 2027 Capital Improvements Budget.
- Rezoning properties at 3225 Joyce Avenue and 732-758 Hialeah Drive from RN-1 to RN-2.
- Approve a one-year management contract for the Knoxville Convention Center at up to $905,000 annually.
Beer Board Regular
The board is considering multiple beer permit applications for local businesses including restaurants, breweries, and markets. Additionally, they will review a special event permit request for the German Fest at First Lutheran Church.
- Special event permit: First Lutheran Church and School - German Fest
- Beer permit: The 1951 Club (6601 Kingston Pike)
- Beer permit: Buffleheads (1004 Sevier Ave)
- Beer permit: Cedar Corner Market (9133 Executive Park Dr)
- Beer permit: Crafty Bastard Brewery (6 Emory Place)
Audit Committee Regular
The committee will review updates on reporting procedures for waste, fraud, and abuse of government funds. Members will also consider new policy proposals regarding the role of the internal auditor and upcoming member nominations.
- Proposed communication regarding public funds granted to non-profits
- Amendment to executive order on reporting waste, fraud, and abuse
- Nominations for expiring terms of Nikki Elliott and Ronnie Brabson
- New policy on internal auditor role and reporting
- Engagement letter for fiscal year ending June 30, 2026
City Council Regular
City Council will vote on a zoning appeal overturning a Board of Zoning Appeals decision regarding CareCuts' religious land use exemption at 5200 Clinton Highway. The agenda also includes multiple contracts for infrastructure and events, board appointments, and a $4,500 appropriation for youth event grants through the Empower Knox program.
- Zoning appeal: overturning BZA decision on CareCuts religious land use exemption at 5200 Clinton Highway (District 5)
- $465,028.50 contract with Adams Contracting for North Cherry Water Quality Improvements Project (District 6)
- $598,000 contract with Ardurra Group for Stormwater Program Funding Feasibility Study
- $75,000 Historic Preservation grant to Paragon Development L.P. for restoration at 825 N. Central Street (District 4)
- $15,000 AARP Community Challenge grant for Vision Zero traffic safety initiative (District 4)