Knoxville public meetings in 2021

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct internal elections and confirmations. The body will select a Vice-Mayor and representatives for city boards.

• Election of Vice-Mayor
• Election of Beer Board Chair
• Election of City Council Representative to the Knoxville Transportation Authority (KTA)

The Knoxville City Council held a special meeting to elect officers. Council Member Andrew Roberto was elected Vice-Mayor, Council Member Janet Testerman was elected Beer Board Chair, and Council Member Tommy Smith was elected as the City Council Representative to the Knoxville Transportation Authority. All elections were confirmed by acclamation or voice vote.

• Elected Andrew Roberto as Vice-Mayor (7-1, then unanimous by acclamation)
• Elected Janet Testerman as Beer Board Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Tommy Smith as City Council Representative to the Knoxville Transportation Authority (7-1, then by acclamation)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board is meeting to consider beer permit requests for various businesses, including multiple Casey's and Goodstop locations. The board will also hold administrative hearings for three establishments and discuss the penalty structure for underage sales violations.

• Permit requests for 23 locations including Casey's and Goodstop stores
• Permit requests for Aloft Knoxville West (364 Lovell Rd) and Bebo's Cafe (8111 Gleason Dr)
• Permit requests for Knoxville Opera Company (612 E Depot Ave) and Kulture (3434 Martin L King Jr Ave)
• Administrative hearings for El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant, Smoky Mountain Brewery, and Blackhorse Pub & Brewery
• Discussion of penalty structure for underage sales violations

The Knoxville Beer Board approved 20 beer permit requests, including 18 pending final documentation, and postponed 2 requests to the January 25, 2022 meeting. In administrative hearings, the board postponed two cases (El Mezcal and Smoky Mountain Brewery) and referred Blackhorse Pub & Brewery to a suspension/revocation hearing for failure to file a revised remedial plan and pay a fine by the deadline. The board also extended beer permits for Diti Market and Lucky Shot Billiards for 90 days.

• Approved 18 beer permits pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Knoxville Opera Company temporary permit (unanimous)
• Approved Legacy Housing Foundation temporary permit (unanimous, McKenzie recused)
• Postponed Kulture and Weigel's #103 to 1/25/2022 (unanimous)
• Extended Diti Market and Lucky Shot Billiards permits 90 days (unanimous)
• Postponed El Mezcal administrative hearing to 1/25/2022 (unanimous)
• Postponed Smoky Mountain Brewery hearing to 1/25/2022 (8-1, Fugate dissenting)
• Referred Blackhorse Pub & Brewery to suspension/revocation hearing (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing ordinances to lower unposted speed limits and establish regulations for shareable personal micromobility vehicles. The body is also deciding on several property rezonings and infrastructure contracts.

• Ordinance to lower unposted speed limits by five miles per hour on City roadways
• Ordinance to establish permits and regulations for shareable personal micromobility vehicles
• Agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for Palmetto Road Phase 2 and Sullivan Road Sidewalk Project not to exceed $729,000.00
• Rezone 6238 Anderson Drive from Heavy Industrial to General Commercial
• Resolution to join the Tennessee State-Subdivision Opioid Abatement Agreement

The Knoxville City Council approved a new permit system for shared scooters and other micromobility vehicles, replacing the pilot program. The council also lowered the default speed limit on unposted city roadways from 30 to 25 mph, effective July 1, 2022, and approved two tax abatement agreements for housing developments. Several street closures related to the new multi-use stadium project were also approved on first reading.

• Approved scooter permit ordinance, as amended, on emergency basis (8-1)
• Lowered unposted speed limit to 25 mph, effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 15-year PILOT for Shanklin Flats redevelopment at 101 E. Fourth Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 9-year PILOT for 122-unit Capitol Lofts at 305 W. Vine Ave (8-0)
• Approved $729,000 sidewalk contract with Southern Constructors (8-0)
• Approved $169,192/yr security contract for Broadway-Magnolia Safe Space (8-0)
• Approved joining Tennessee opioid abatement settlement (8-0)
• Approved first reading of stadium-related street closures (8-1)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering several ordinances for property rezoning and sector plan amendments. The body is also reviewing resolutions for construction services, flood mitigation, and community grants.

• Rezoning of 1901 Sutherland Avenue from General Industrial to Heavy Industrial
• Agreement with D.R. Phillips, LLC for 2021 Third Creek Greenway Repairs not to exceed $328,883.58
• Grant application for $924,000.00 for a pedestrian/bicycle connection along Neyland Drive
• Purchase and demolition of 201 Delta Road for $275,900.00 to alleviate flooding
• Donations of $4,000.00 to Girls, Inc. and $3,000.00 to Knoxville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

The Knoxville City Council approved on first reading a new permit system for shared scooters and micromobility vehicles, replacing the pilot program, and also approved lowering the default speed limit on unposted city roadways from 30 to 25 mph, effective July 1, 2022. The council also approved numerous zoning and land-use changes, including rezoning properties on Sevierville Pike, Sutherland Avenue, and Island Home Avenue, and postponed three ordinances related to a property on Anderson Drive to the December 14 meeting.

• Approved on first reading (7-2) an ordinance establishing a permit system for shared micromobility vehicles, with a $12,000 permit fee and a 300-device fleet cap per vendor.
• Approved on first reading (unanimous) an ordinance to lower the default speed limit on unposted city roadways from 30 to 25 mph, effective July 1, 2022.
• Approved on first reading (unanimous) an ordinance to eliminate the required minimum speed limit on city roadways.
• Approved on first reading (7-0) an ordinance to update the city's Horticulture Ordinance, renaming it to Forestry and updating language.
• Approved on first reading (unanimous) an ordinance to retitle the 'Lateral Police Officer' classification to 'Police Officer Recruit - Lateral Entry'.
• Postponed to the December 14, 2021 meeting three ordinances related to a sector plan amendment, one-year plan amendment, and rezoning for property at 6238 Anderson Drive.
• Approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to apply for a $924,000 Transportation Alternatives Program grant for a pedestrian/bicycle connection along Neyland Drive.
• Approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to accept a $275,900 FEMA grant to purchase and demolish the structure at 201 Delta Road to alleviate flooding.

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board is meeting to consider beer permit requests for several businesses. The agenda includes a large number of applications from CGS Stores LLC for Casey's and GoodStop locations.

• Permit request for Aloft Knoxville West at 364 Lovell Rd
• Permit request for Don Chuy's Fresh Mex & Cantina at 2904 Knoxville Center Dr
• Permit request for Kulture at 3434 Martin L King Jr Ave
• Permit request for Wilson Corner Market at 2701 Wilson Ave
• Permit request for The Humble Hog at 716 20th Street

The Knoxville Beer Board postponed 20 beer permit requests to the December 14, 2021 meeting, including those for Aloft Knoxville West, Kulture, Wilson Corner Market, and multiple Casey's and Goodstop locations. The board approved 8 other permit requests pending final documentation, including Don Chuy's Fresh Mex & Cantina and several Casey's and Goodstop locations. The board also extended The Humble Hog's beer permit for 90 days.

• Postponed 20 beer permit requests to Dec 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Don Chuy's Fresh Mex & Cantina permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Casey's #4048 permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Casey's #4119 permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Casey's #4121 permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Goodstop #4123 permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Goodstop #4132 permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Casey's #4140 permit pending final documentation (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss several high-value grant programs for arts, non-profits, and transit. The body is also deciding on multiple rezoning requests and infrastructure contracts for roadway and sidewalk projects.

• Proposed $16.5 million Federal Transit Administration grant for transit operating expenses
• Proposed $1.3 million agreement with Arts & Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville
• Proposed $1.05 million agreement with United Way of Greater Knoxville for COVID-19 recovery
• Rezoning of 0 Kingwood Road from RN-2 to RN-4 for Van Smith Group, LLC
• Agreement with Merit Construction, Inc. for Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvements Phase II not to exceed $648,375.00

City Council Workshop

The Knox County Commission and Knoxville City Council are holding a joint workshop to discuss an Interlocal Project Agreement for a multi-use sports and entertainment stadium. The proposed project involves the construction of a stadium on land around 400 E. Jackson Avenue.

• Proposed issuance of up to $65,000,000 in Public Facility Revenue Bonds
• Proposed 50/50 cost split between the City and County for debt service and capital reserve shortfalls
• Stadium site located at 400 E. Jackson Avenue
• Proposed bond terms: maximum 5.0% interest per annum for up to 30 fiscal years
• Proposed revenue sources: stadium sales tax, lease payments from Boyd Sports, LLC, and tax increment revenues

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is deciding on several high-value funding agreements for affordable housing and pandemic recovery. The body is also reviewing budget amendments, board appointments, and zoning changes for property on Kingwood Road.

• Agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee for up to $2,000,000 in ARPA funds
• Grant agreement with HUD for HOME Investment Partnerships Program in the amount of $4,076,859
• Agreement with Inskip Flats, LP for up to $1,980,000 for 66 affordable housing units at 4755 Romeo Way and 4810 Elder Road
• Agreement for the Woodland Avenue Complete Street Project with an estimated cost of $3,600,000
• Rezone 0 Kingwood Road from RN-2 to RN-4 District for Van Smith Group, LLC

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board is meeting to consider beer permit requests for 11 different locations across the city. The board will also hold an administrative hearing regarding El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant.

• Permit request for ALE-RAES at 937 N Broadway St
• Permit request for Aloft Knoxville West at 364 Lovell Rd
• Permit request for Appalachian Mountain Bike Club at 123 S Gay St
• Permit request for Cafe 4 at 4 Market Sq
• Administrative hearing for Leon Enterprises Inc. (El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant) at 118 N Forest Park Blvd

The Knoxville Beer Board approved eight beer permit requests, most pending final documentation, and postponed two others to the November 16, 2021 meeting. One permit request was withdrawn by the applicant. The board also postponed an administrative hearing for El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant to December 14, 2021.

• Approved ALE-RAES beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Postponed Aloft Knoxville West beer permit to 11/16/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Appalachian Mountain Bike Club temporary beer permit (unanimous)
• Approved Cafe 4 beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Cedar Shell Foodmart beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Hop-In beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Postponed Kulture beer permit to 11/16/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Loco Burro, O'Rourke's, and Space Bar beer permits pending final documentation (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is meeting to vote on several zoning changes and infrastructure contracts. The body will discuss a Vision Zero goal to eliminate traffic deaths and a $2.4 million agreement for employer-sponsored health center operations.

• Agreement with Premise Health Employer Solutions, LLC for health center management at an estimated annual cost of $2,400,000.00
• Rezoning of 4849 Chambliss Avenue from RN-4 to O District and 350 South Gay Street from DK-H to DK-G
• Resolution endorsing a Vision Zero goal to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries
• Agreement with EyeMed Vision Care, LLC and First American Administrators, Inc. for vision benefits at an annual cost of $128,185.44
• Interlocal Project Agreement with Knox County for an urgent care/behavioral health facility at 1515 Saint Mary Street

The Council approved on first reading a $35.9 million amendment to the FY 2021/2022 operating and capital budgets, funded primarily by $21.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery (SLFR) funds and $13.3 million reallocated from a reduced transfer to Knoxville Area Transit (KAT). The amendment funds a wide range of projects including stormwater improvements, water system projects, premium pay for employees, behavioral health services, and various capital projects. The vote was 7-1 with Council Member Parker voting no and Council Member Singh abstaining.

• Approved $35.9M FY 21/22 budget amendment on first reading (7-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved $21.2M in ARPA SLFR funds for COVID-19 response, premium pay, stormwater, and water projects
• Reallocated $13.3M from KAT transfer reduction to fund paving, sidewalks, and other capital projects
• Approved $803K from General Fund unassigned balance for stadium planning, IT, and other items
• Approved $550K from Risk Management Fund for claims
• Approved Vision Zero resolution to eliminate traffic deaths (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Knox County for urgent care/behavioral health facility (unanimous)
• Approved $2.4M annual contract with Premise Health for employee health center (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several zoning changes, contract amendments, and board appointments. Key items include a preliminary plan for a stadium development and funding for a transit network analysis.

• Preliminary Plan for multi-use stadium/mixed-use development at 601 E Jackson Avenue and surrounding properties
• Contract amendment for KAT electric bus and charging infrastructure increasing total price to $12,555,072.62
• Funding up to $163,532.00 for Knoxville Area Transit network operational analysis
• Contract amendment for 2021 Resurfacing Phase II Project increasing total to $3,155,184.72
• Rezonings at 0 Kingwood Road, 4849 Chambliss Avenue, and 350 South Gay Street

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board is meeting to consider beer permit requests for various businesses across several districts. The board will also review alcohol utilization plans for two major venues.

• Beer permit request for Core of Knoxville at 7211 Kingston Pike
• Beer permit request for Fanatic Brewing Company LLC at 2735 N Central St
• Beer permit request for Yee-Haw Brewing at 745 / 751 N Broadway
• Beer permit request for Visit Knoxville at 301 S Gay St
• Approval of Aramark Volunteer Utilization Plan for Thompson Boling Arena and Neyland Stadium

The Knoxville Beer Board approved Aramark's volunteer utilization plan for Thompson-Boling Arena and supplemental plan for Neyland Stadium in a 7-0 vote, with one abstention. The board also approved several new beer permits, including Fanatic Brewing Company, Special Spaces, St. George Greek Orthodox Church, and Visit Knoxville, and approved two permits pending final documentation. Five existing beer permits were extended to January 25, 2022, and one permit request was postponed to the October 19, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Aramark volunteer utilization plan for Thompson-Boling Arena and Neyland Stadium (7-0, Singh abstained)
• Approved beer permit for Fanatic Brewing Company LLC (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit for Special Spaces Inc (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit for St. George Greek Orthodox Church (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit for Visit Knoxville (unanimous)
• Approved beer permits for Core of Knoxville and Famous Dave's pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Extended beer permits for Bida Nhu Y, Casa Monchi Mexican Restaurant, Delicias Colombianas, The Concourse, and Yee-Haw Brewing (unanimous)
• Postponed beer permit request for Kulture to October 19, 2021 (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several rezoning requests and a proposal to close a section of Glenmore Drive. The body is also considering resolutions for transit improvements, public WiFi upgrades, and various service contracts.

• Proposed $900,000 TDOT grant for Knoxville Area Transit bus stop improvements with a $300,000 city match
• Rezoning of 119 and 129 W. Burwell Avenue to Industrial Mixed-Use
• Rezoning of 2005 Dutch Valley Drive to Industrial Mixed-Use
• Proposed closure of Glenmore Drive between West Hills and Bynon Park and Bennington Drive
• Janitorial services contract with TMA Services, LLC for four police locations totaling $38,750.00

The Knoxville City Council approved a series of resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing the Mayor to apply for a $900,000 state grant for bus stop improvements, entering a five-year ice rink lease agreement, and approving several property rezoning requests. The council also approved a $15,421 appropriation from the Community Improvement Fund to various community agencies. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved application for $900,000 TDOT IMPROVE Act grant for KAT bus stops (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year ice rink lease with IRE Crown Rinks, LLC up to $81,086/year (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 119 & 129 W. Burwell Ave. to Industrial Mixed-Use (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 2005 Dutch Valley Dr. to Industrial Mixed-Use (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0 Woods-Smith Rd. to RN-2 Single-Family Residential (unanimous)
• Approved $15,421 in Community Improvement Fund donations (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 donation to Girl Talk, Inc. for Life Prep Academy (unanimous)
• Withdrew ordinance to close Glenmore Drive (unanimous)

City Council Workshop

The City Council is holding a workshop to review the legal ramifications and factors involved in the redistricting process. The meeting includes a presentation of 2020 Census data from Knoxville-Knox County Planning.

• Review of redistricting process and legal ramifications
• Presentation of 2020 Census data

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, affordable housing funding, and zoning changes. The body is also deciding on various grant applications for police and fire equipment and small community donations.

• Infrastructure improvements at Austin Homes along Summit Hill Drive, Harriet Tubman Street, and Bell Street not to exceed $3,781,900.00
• $2,000,000.00 from the Affordable Rental Development Fund for 80 units at 4625 Asheville Highway
• Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project contract with Morgan Contracting, Inc. not to exceed $976,734.20
• Burlington Streetscapes Project design services with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. not to exceed $266,720.00
• Rezonings for 0 Kingwood Road, 7630 Luscombe Drive, 0 Callahan Drive, 9608 Westland Drive, 119 and 129 W. Burwell Avenue, 2005 Dutch Valley Drive, and 0 Woods-Smith Road

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board is meeting to consider beer permit requests for various businesses and organizations across several city districts. The board will also conduct an administrative hearing regarding Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen.

• Permit request for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at 5401 Kingston Pk
• Permit request for Dollar General Store #591 at 5725 Western Ave
• Permit request for Fai Thai Kitchen at 522 S Gay St
• Permit request for Famous Dave's at 208 Advantage Dr
• Administrative hearing for Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen at 5615 Clinton Hwy

The Knoxville Beer Board approved several beer permit requests, including Dollar General Store #591, Scarecrow Foundation Inc, and three Marble City Market Bar permits, all unanimously. Several other permits were approved pending final documentation, including Fai Thai Kitchen, First Tee of Greater Knoxville, Keep Knoxville Beautiful, La Chiapaneca, Tailgating for a Cause, and Tap 40 Grill. Two requests were postponed to the September 21 meeting: Famous Dave's and St. George Greek Orthodox Church. The board also extended beer permits for CVS Pharmacy #1137, Diti Market, Lucky Shot Billiards Sports Bar & Grill, and Nama Omakase, and noted that Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant and Smoky Mountain Meadery had their permits picked up or withdrawn. In an administrative hearing for Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen, the board took no further action.

• Approved minutes of July 27, 2021 meeting unanimously.
• Approved beer permit for Dollar General Store #591 (5725 Western Ave) unanimously.
• Approved beer permit for Scarecrow Foundation Inc (217 S Peters Rd) unanimously.
• Approved three permits for Marble City Market Bar LLC (333 W Depot Ave) unanimously, pending final documentation.
• Approved permits pending final documentation for Fai Thai Kitchen, First Tee of Greater Knoxville, Keep Knoxville Beautiful, La Chiapaneca, Tailgating for a Cause, and Tap 40 Grill.
• Postponed beer permit requests for Famous Dave's and St. George Greek Orthodox Church to September 21, 2021.
• Extended beer permits for CVS Pharmacy #1137, Diti Market, Lucky Shot Billiards Sports Bar & Grill, and Nama Omakase to December 14, 2021.
• Took no further action in administrative hearing for Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on several ordinances, including zoning changes for properties on Maloney Road and a request to remove a planned district designation at 2002 Thunderhead Road. The body will also consider various city contracts, grant applications, and community donations.

• Rezoning of 3305, 3155, and 3125 Maloney Road to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) District
• Agreement with Management Advisory Group International, Inc. for a compensation study not to exceed $219,500.00
• Acquisition of property at 523 E. Oklahoma Avenue at an estimated cost of $144,500.00
• Grant applications for Knoxville Police Department totaling $250,000 for ICAC and crisis response training
• Donations from Community Empowerment budget to Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation ($2,500), Samaritan Ministry ($500), The Shora Foundation ($1,000), and Yoke Youth ($1,000)

The Knoxville City Council approved a rezoning request from Dominion Group for properties at 3305, 3155, and 3125 Maloney Road, changing the zoning from Office (O) and Single-Family Residential (RN-1) to General Residential Neighborhood (RN-5). The council also approved related amendments to the South County Sector Plan and One Year Plan, changing the land use designation to Medium Density Residential/Office (MDR/O). The council postponed two ordinances related to the 2002 Thunderhead Road property to the October 19, 2021 meeting.

• Approved rezoning of 3305, 3155, and 3125 Maloney Road to RN-5 (General Residential Neighborhood) (O-114-2021).
• Approved South County Sector Plan amendment for 3305, 3155, and 3125 Maloney Road to MDR/O (O-112-2021).
• Approved One Year Plan amendment for 3305, 3155, and 3125 Maloney Road to MDR/O (O-113-2021).
• Postponed ordinances 10-a and 12-c regarding 2002 Thunderhead Road to the October 19, 2021 meeting.
• Approved a $219,500 contract with Management Advisory Group International, Inc. for a compensation study (R-285-2021).
• Authorized acquisition of 523 E. Oklahoma Avenue by condemnation if necessary for $144,500 (R-284-2021).
• Approved a $360,000 grant application to the Federal Transit Administration for a Knoxville Area Transit study (R-286-2021).
• Approved amendments to the bylaws of the Mayor's Council on Disability Issues to allow electronic meetings (R-288-2021).

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss several zoning changes, including properties on Kingwood Road and Maloney Road. The body is also reviewing multiple funding agreements for homelessness services, community schools, and public safety programs.

• Agreement with Knox Education Foundation for Community Schools Initiative not to exceed $425,000.00
• Agreement with Helen Ross McNabb Center, Inc. for Knoxville Co-Response Team not to exceed $380,000.00 per year
• Agreement for 2021 Curb Cuts Project - Phase II not to exceed $340,800.00
• Rezoning of 0 Kingwood Road from RN-2 to RN-4 District
• Rezoning of 3305, 3155, and 3125 Maloney Road to RN-5 District

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The Audit Committee is meeting to discuss the audit plan and approach for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021. The session includes a presentation by David Hunt with Crosslin.

• Presentation of audit plan and approach for fiscal year ending June 30, 2021
• Approval of May 5, 2021 meeting minutes

The Audit Committee unanimously approved the minutes from its May 5, 2021 meeting. Crosslin presented its audit plan and approach for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021, including team, responsibilities, independence, fraud risk, and timeline. No votes were taken on the presentation. Future meeting dates were set for October 6 and December 20, 2021.

• Approved minutes of May 5, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Heard Crosslin audit plan for FY2021 (no vote)
• Scheduled future meetings for Oct 6 and Dec 20, 2021 (no vote)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will review several beer permit applications from various local businesses and districts. The board is also considering resolutions regarding hearing officer compensation and new permit application forms.

• 16 beer permit requests including Dollar General Store #591 and The New Magnolia Cafe
• 3 addendum beer permit requests including Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant and The Brass Pearl
• Resolution establishing the rate of compensation for the beer board hearing officer
• Resolution adopting forms for Common Area Permit and Subordinate Retailer's Permit applications
• Discussion of Safe Bar Program

The Knoxville Beer Board approved 14 beer permit requests, with most approvals pending final documentation such as fire prevention, building inspection, or health department approvals. The board also unanimously approved two resolutions: one setting the hearing officer's compensation at a $350 flat fee for uncontested matters and $175 per hour for contested hearings, and another adopting new application forms for Common Area and Subordinate Retailer permits. Several permit requests were postponed to the August 24, 2021 meeting, and one application was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved resolution setting beer board hearing officer pay at $350 flat fee / $175 hourly (unanimous)
• Approved resolution adopting Common Area and Subordinate Retailer permit application forms (unanimous)
• Approved 14 beer permits, most pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Postponed Dollar General Store #591, La Chiapaneca, Marble City Market Bar LLC to Aug 24 (unanimous)
• Postponed Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant permit extension to Aug 24 (unanimous)
• Withdrawn: JN Investment LLC beer permit application
• Approved June 15, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is deciding on several zoning changes, including a mixed-use district and industrial rezonings. The body is also reviewing contracts for sidewalk and drainage projects and funding for COVID-19 response services.

• Contract with Whaley Construction, LLC for Coker Avenue Sidewalk Project not to exceed $772,701.50
• Agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee for Mobile Meals facility expansion up to $310,000.00
• Subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for street outreach services up to $475,560.00
• Rezone 1820 Amherst Road from RN-1 to RN-2
• Ordinance to create a Common Area Permit and Subordinate Retailer's On-Premise Permit for alcoholic beverages

The Knoxville City Council approved the creation of the African American Equity Restoration Task Force and appointed its initial members by an 8-1 vote, with Council Member Amelia Parker voting no. The council also approved a substitute resolution requesting a study of the city's existing policies on racist and sexist practices, rather than the originally proposed zero-tolerance policy study. Several zoning, rezoning, and contract items were approved, while three appeals related to properties on Thunderhead Road and Glenmore Drive were postponed to the August 10, 2021 meeting.

• Created African American Equity Restoration Task Force and appointed members (8-1)
• Approved substitute resolution to study existing racist/sexist policies in city government (unanimous)
• Approved common area beer permit ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $772,701.50 Coker Avenue Sidewalk contract with Whaley Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $310,000 for Mobile Meals facility expansion (unanimous)
• Approved $475,560 for Volunteer Ministry Center street outreach (unanimous)
• Postponed appeal to remove planned district at 2002 Thunderhead Road (unanimous)
• Postponed Glenmore Drive closure appeal (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions for homelessness services, park equipment, and infrastructure. The body is also considering zoning changes and an ordinance to create new alcohol permits for common areas.

• Request for $1,600,000 in grant funding for electric bus overhead charging infrastructure
• Proposed $699,984 in CARES Act funding to address homelessness
• Contracts for play structures at Paul Hogue Park, Inskip Norwood Recreation Center, Ashley Nicole Dream Playground, Skyline Park, and Fountain City Park
• Proposed ordinance to create Common Area and Subordinate Retailer's On-Premise permits for alcohol consumption on private property
• Rezonings for properties at 1820 Amherst Road, 4315 Rutledge Pike, and multiple parcels on Keck Road and Wilbanks Road

The Knoxville City Council approved a resolution authorizing the Mayor to apply for and accept a $1.6 million federal grant for electric bus overhead charging infrastructure, with a $400,000 city match. The council also approved several other resolutions, including a $381,090 insurance policy renewal, a $29,100.56 contract amendment for the Mineral Springs Avenue Bridge, and a $99,000 subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for homeless services. Additionally, the council approved a $699,984 CARES Act grant application and a $60,000 funding increase for the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee.

• Approved resolution R-245-2021 authorizing the Mayor to apply for and accept a $1,600,000 CMAQ grant for electric bus charging infrastructure, with a $400,000 city match.
• Approved resolution R-238-2021 authorizing renewal of a property, flood, earthquake, and boiler/machinery insurance policy with Travelers for an annual premium of $381,090.00.
• Approved resolution R-239-2021 amending the Mineral Springs Avenue Bridge contract, increasing the amount by $29,100.56 to a new total of $1,217,654.70 and extending completion to August 6, 2021.
• Approved resolution R-241-2021 authorizing a $99,000 subgrantee agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center for supportive services at the Foyer Low Barrier Shelter.
• Approved resolution R-242-2021 authorizing the Mayor to apply for and accept $699,984.00 in CARES Act ESG-CV2 funding from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency.
• Approved resolution R-243-2021 authorizing a second amendment to a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee, increasing funding by $60,000 to a new total of $180,000.
• Approved resolution R-244-2021 authorizing an $80,000 subgrantee agreement with the Salvation Army for its Pathway to Hope program, with Council Member Tommy Smith abstaining.
• Approved on first reading an ordinance to create a Common Area Permit and a Subordinate Retailer's On-Premise Permit for beer and alcoholic beverage consumption in common areas.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is deciding on the FY 2022-2027 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program and the acceptance of $42,453,411.00 from the American Rescue Plan Act. The body will also consider several zoning changes, property annexations, and various grant applications for police and transit services.

• Acceptance of $42,453,411.00 from the Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund (ARPA)
• Adoption of the FY 2022-2027 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program
• Zoning change for 4507 Sevierville Pike from RN-1 to AG district
• Zoning change for 2910, 2912, and 3000 Greenway Drive from RN-1 to RN-4 district
• Agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for a Safer and Complete Streets Study not to exceed $250,000.00

The Knoxville City Council approved a resolution authorizing the Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) to provide broadband services to the fullest extent permitted by state law. The council also approved a separate resolution authorizing the mayor to execute an interlocal cooperation agreement with KUB to provide funding for a community low-income internet program. The council also approved the FY 2022-2027 Capital Improvements Program, which includes a $48.19 million capital budget for FY 2022.

• Authorized KUB to provide broadband services (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized interlocal agreement with KUB for low-income internet program funding (7-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved FY 2022-2027 Capital Improvements Program (8-1)
• Approved $42.45M in ARPA funds acceptance
• Approved $1.1M donation for Claude Walker Park improvements
• Approved $1.75M purchase of 1515 Saint Mary Street property
• Approved $1.43M and $15.09M in transit grants
• Approved $200K and $250K in COPS grants for de-escalation training and crisis intervention

City Council Workshop

The City Council will review a presentation regarding the history, data, and impacts of the Co-Response Pilot Program. The session includes a comparison of alternative response models followed by council questions and discussion.

• Presentation: Co-Response Pilot Program history and overview
• Review and comparison of alternative response models

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will meet to consider various beer permit applications from local businesses. These requests include several locations for Crafty Bastard Brewery and Yee-Haw Brewing.

• Beer permit request: Aldabet Market, 2900 Sevier Ave
• Beer permit request: Bida Nhu Y, 5105 A Clinton Hwy
• Beer permit request: Delicias Colombianas, 5003 Clinton Hwy
• Beer permit request: Dollar General Store #591, 5725 Western Ave
• Beer permit request: Dollar General Store #21831, 208 Cedar Ln

The Knoxville Beer Board approved 10 beer permit requests, including 7 pending final documentation, and postponed 4 requests to the July 27 meeting. The board also extended 6 existing permits for 90 days, including for Casa Monchi Mexican Restaurant, Crafty Bastard Brewery, and Yee-Haw Brewing. All votes were unanimous, with two abstentions noted.

• Approved AM Market beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Bida Nhu Y beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved East Tennessee Children's Hospital temporary permit (unanimous)
• Approved Firebirds Wood Fired Grill permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Lucky Star Market permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Quick Stop permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved The Restoration House temporary permit (unanimous)
• Approved Uunik Academy temporary permit (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss the FY 2022-2027 Capital Improvements Program and budget. The body is also reviewing several property annexations, zoning changes, and various infrastructure and social service contracts.

• FY 2022-2027 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program and FY 2022 Capital Improvements Budget
• Amherst Road Slope Stabilization Project agreement with Morgan Contracting, Inc. not to exceed $887,025.20
• Grant of $1,908,900.00 from TDOT for the Advanced Traffic Management Systems Project
• Summer Youth Violence Prevention Small Grants totaling $199,979.47 for 13 organizations
• Rezoning of 2002 Thunderhead Road from C-R-2 to C-G-3

The Knoxville City Council approved the FY 2022-2027 Capital Improvements Program on first reading (8-1), which includes $18 million in bonded debt for the new Public Safety Complex. The Council also approved a 12-year payment-in-lieu-of-tax (PILOT) agreement for the redevelopment of the Andrew Johnson Building (7-2) and extended the moratorium on shared mobility vehicles (scooters) through December 31, 2021. Several other contracts and agreements were approved, including a $199,979.47 grant program for summer youth violence prevention and multiple construction and service contracts.

• Approved FY 2022-2027 Capital Improvements Program on first reading (8-1), including $18M for Public Safety Complex
• Approved 12-year PILOT agreement for Andrew Johnson Building redevelopment (7-2)
• Extended shared mobility vehicle (scooter) moratorium through Dec 31, 2021
• Approved $199,979.47 in Summer Youth Violence Prevention grants to 13 organizations
• Approved $887,025.20 contract with Morgan Contracting for Amherst Road Slope Stabilization
• Approved $575,300 design contract with Cannon & Cannon for Magnolia Avenue Streetscape Phase 3
• Approved $25,000 agreement with Salvation Army for Joy D. Baker Center services (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved acquisition of blighted property at 421 Oakcrest Road for $68,000 (8-1)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on several service contracts, grant applications, and funding for homelessness and youth services. The body is also reviewing a zoning appeal for a property on Central Avenue Pike and appointments to the Design Review Board.

• Agreement with GMV Syncromatics for a transit system solution with a first-year cost up to $3,419,484.00
• Agreement with Great Southern Recreation for a new play structure at Fort Kid at World's Fair Park up to $450,000.00
• Agreement with the Change Center for youth enrichment services up to $150,000.00
• Zoning appeal for property located at 4605 Central Avenue Pike
• Agreement with Superior Pavement Marking, Inc. for pedestrian and bicycle markings up to $228,262.50

The Knoxville City Council approved a $3.4 million contract with GMV Syncromatics to replace Knoxville Area Transit's outdated CAD/AVL system, along with several other contracts and grants. The council also denied a zoning appeal for a standalone art structure at 4605 Central Avenue Pike, upholding the Board of Zoning Appeals' decision. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on a housing contract amendment.

• Approved $3,419,484 contract with GMV Syncromatics for KAT transit tech (unanimous)
• Denied BZA appeal for art structure at 4605 Central Avenue Pike (unanimous)
• Approved $450,000 Fort Kid play structure contract with Great Southern Recreation (unanimous)
• Approved $228,262.50 pavement marking contract with Superior Pavement Marking (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 agreement with Change Center for youth services (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 contribution to United Way for violence interruption (unanimous)
• Approved $316,800 housing stability services contract with Knoxville Leadership Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved $120,000 amendment to CAC homeless services contract (7-0, Smith abstained)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will meet to review several beer permit applications from various local businesses and organizations. These requests include establishments located in the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th districts.

• Beer permit request: Adopt a Golden Knoxville Inc (2nd District)
• Beer permit request: Broadway Quick Mart (4th District)
• Beer permit request: Cancer Support Community East Tennessee (6th District)
• Beer permit request: Corner Mart (1st District)
• Beer permit request: CVS Pharmacy #1137 (1st District)

The Knoxville Beer Board approved 16 beer permit requests, including several pending final documentation, and postponed 2 requests (Delicias Colombianas and Lucky Star Market) to the June 15, 2021 meeting. The board also extended beer permits for 90 days for Diti Market, Lucky Shot Billiards Sports Bar & Grill, and Smoky Mountain Meadery. The April 20, 2021 meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of April 20, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit for Adopt A Golden Knoxville Inc (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit pending final documentation for Broadway Quick Mart (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit for Cancer Support Community East Tennessee (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit pending final documentation for Corner Mart (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit pending final documentation for CVS Pharmacy #1137 (unanimous, Singh abstained)
• Postponed beer permit for Delicias Colombianas to 6/15/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit for Earth Fare (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering the annual budget and tax levy for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes several zoning amendments, land annexations, and various service contracts.

• Annual appropriations and tax levy for fiscal period July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022
• Rezoning of 2100 Chipman Street from RN-4 to I-MU
• Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project property acquisition up to $125,000.00
• Citywide Facilities Paving Project contract with Duracap Asphalt Paving Company, Inc. up to $336,864.20
• ESG-CV funding for Rapid Re-Housing services up to $516,508.08

The Knoxville City Council approved the FY 2021-22 annual budget ordinance (O-58-2021) by an 8-1 vote, with Council Member Amelia Parker voting no. The council also unanimously approved the corresponding property tax levy ordinance (O-59-2021) at a rate of $2.4638 per $100 of assessed value. Additionally, the council established the Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund with a minimum $5 million annual commitment for 10 years.

• Approved FY 2021-22 budget ordinance (8-1)
• Approved $2.4638 property tax levy (unanimous)
• Established Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund with $5M/year for 10 years (unanimous)
• Approved 12 new city job classifications and pay adjustments (unanimous)
• Postponed Northshore Town Center zoning and planned district removal items to June 15 (unanimous)
• Approved $336,864.20 paving contract with Duracap Asphalt (unanimous)
• Approved $516,508.08 rapid re-housing contract amendment with CAC (8-0, Smith abstained)
• Approved $585,700.00 rapid re-housing agreement with Volunteer Ministry Center (unanimous)

City Council Legislative Budget Hearings

The City Council is conducting the second day of budget hearings for various city departments. The session includes reviews of operations, public service, and public safety agencies.

• Operations overview with David Brace
• Plans Review and Building Inspections review
• Fleet Services review
• Engineering review
• Public Service, Parks and Recreation, and Public Assembly Facilities reviews

City Council Legislative Budget Hearings

The City Council is conducting budget hearings featuring introductions and overviews from the Mayor and Chief Financial Officer. Various city departments and agencies will present their budget details for council questioning.

• Mayor's budget introduction
• Budget overview by Chief Financial Officer Susan Gennoe
• Policy presentations from Community Empowerment, Communications, and Special Events
• Presentations from Knoxville Area Transit and Office of Sustainability
• Economic and Community Development reviews including Housing and Neighborhood Development

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review research comparing various audit departments and receive information regarding the history of external audit contracts. Members will also receive an update on the current external auditor contract and information about budget reserves.

• Presentation of research comparing various audit departments
• Information regarding history of external audit contracts
• Update on current contract for external auditor
• Information regarding budget "reserves"

The Knoxville Audit Committee approved a motion directing the Internal Auditor to create a preliminary proposal for implementing a Fraud, Waste, and Abuse hotline, creating an Internal Audit webpage, and developing a risk assessment. The committee also approved the minutes from the December 22, 2020 meeting. Discussions were held on external audit contract history, the current contract, and budget reserves, but no votes were taken on those items.

• Approved minutes of December 22, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved motion for Internal Auditor to draft proposal on fraud hotline, audit webpage, and risk assessment (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is meeting to discuss the annual budget and tax levy for the upcoming fiscal year. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and the establishment of an affordable housing fund.

• Agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for 2021 Resurfacing Phase II Project not to exceed $3,056,338.25
• Property acquisition for Lancaster Drive Sidewalk Improvements Project not to exceed $575,000.00
• Ordinance to establish the Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund
• Rezoning of 4821 North Broadway from C-G-2 to C-G-1 District
• Subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League for $90,000.00 for Housing Stabilization Services

The Knoxville City Council approved the FY 2021-2022 budget ordinance on first reading (7-2), which includes a $2.4638 tax rate and no tax increase. The council also approved on first reading an ordinance establishing the Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund, which commits at least $5 million annually for 10 years. Several other ordinances were approved on first reading, including a rezoning at 4821 North Broadway (5-4) and a contract for the 2021 Resurfacing Phase II project.

• Approved FY 21-22 budget ordinance on first reading (7-2)
• Approved tax levy ordinance on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance establishing Knoxville Affordable Housing Fund on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 4821 North Broadway from C-G-2 to C-G-1 (5-4)
• Approved $3,056,338.25 contract with Rogers Group for 2021 Resurfacing Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved $131,425.00 contract with Southern Constructors for Boyds Bridge Pike Bridge repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $163,053.00 contract with Southern Constructors for Woodland Avenue Bridge repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $90,000 subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League for housing stabilization (unanimous)

City Council Workshop

The City Council workshop includes a presentation regarding the Annual Action Plan. Following the presentation, council members will engage in questions and discussion.

• Presentation: Annual Action Plan

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will meet via Zoom to consider several beer permit applications from various local businesses. The agenda includes requests for establishments in the 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 6th districts.

• Broadway Quick Mart (5604 N Broadway St) permit request
• Brother Wolf / Osteria Stella (108 W Jackson Ave) permit request
• Cataleya Cantina (9314 Kingston Pike Ste 100) permit request
• Corner Mart (1316 Maryville Pike) permit request
• Keep Knoxville Beautiful (2743 B Wimpole Ave) permit request

The Knoxville Beer Board unanimously approved six beer permit requests, including two with complete files and four pending final documentation. Three permit requests were postponed to the May 18, 2021 meeting at the applicants' request. The board also noted that the Goodfriend Tennis Center & Barksdale Stadium permit was picked up, making the addendum item moot.

• Approved minutes of March 23, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Postponed Broadway Quick Mart permit to May 18 (unanimous)
• Postponed Corner Mart permit to May 18 (unanimous)
• Postponed Nama Omakase permit to May 18 (unanimous)
• Approved Brother Wolf / Osteria Stella permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Cataleya Cantina permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Keep Knoxville Beautiful temporary permit (unanimous)
• Approved Likewise Coffee permit (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including zoning changes and street closures. The body is also discussing funding for COVID-19 community outreach and crime prevention.

• Contract with Messer Construction Company for Public Safety Complex not to exceed $47,513,000.00
• Proposed $4 million allocation in FY 2021/2022 budget for crime reduction and prevention
• Rezoning of 4821 North Broadway and 202 Cedar Lane
• Donation of $5,000.00 to Word of Life Ministries and $13,000.00 to East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers Association
• Closing of portions of Wrinkle Avenue and McCarty Avenue

The Knoxville City Council approved a contract with Messer Construction Company for up to $47,513,000 to complete the Public Safety Complex at the historic St. Mary's Campus, with an estimated completion date of August 2022. The council also approved a resolution requesting $4 million in the FY 2021/2022 budget for crime reduction and prevention programs, and approved several other contracts, agreements, and ordinances.

• Approved $47.5M contract with Messer Construction for Public Safety Complex (8-1)
• Approved resolution requesting $4M for crime reduction and prevention programs (8-1)
• Approved $13,000 donation to East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers (7-2)
• Approved $200,000 agreement with C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries for housing assistance
• Approved $169,500 contract extension with Crosslin & Associates for city audit
• Approved $22,261 contract amendment with CDM Smith for Amherst Road slope stabilization
• Approved agreement with KUB to share infrastructure for traffic systems
• Approved lease of pool at Dr. E.V. Davidson Recreation Center to Emerald Youth Foundation

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several grant applications for police safety and transit, including a $6 million project for electric buses. The body is also considering multiple rezoning ordinances and street closures across various districts.

• Grant application for $4.8 million plus a $1.2 million city match to purchase electric buses
• Agreement with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. for Cumberland Avenue Area Signal Improvements not to exceed $497,810.00
• Agreement with Cities United for violence reduction coaching not to exceed $75,000.00
• Rezoning of 4821 North Broadway from C-G-2 to C-G-1
• Rezoning of 202 Cedar Lane from O District to C-G-1

The Knoxville City Council approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to apply for a $4.8 million federal grant, with a city match of up to $1.2 million, to purchase electric buses for Knoxville Area Transit. The council also denied an appeal by JT Development Group, LLC of a Board of Zoning Appeals' denial of a variance for a monument entrance sign at 504 Brunello Way. Several other items were approved, including a $75,000 agreement with Cities United for violence reduction services and a $497,810 design contract for traffic signal improvements.

• Approved resolution to apply for a $4.8M FTA grant with a $1.2M city match to purchase electric buses for Knoxville Area Transit.
• Denied an appeal by JT Development Group, LLC for a variance to allow a monument entrance sign at 504 Brunello Way.
• Approved a $75,000 agreement with Cities United for coaching and capacity building services related to violence reduction.
• Approved a $497,810 agreement with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. for design services for the Cumberland Avenue Area Signal Improvements project.
• Approved a resolution to execute a proposal with TDOT to install an additional southbound right turn lane on Lovell Road at Parkside Drive.
• Approved a resolution authorizing the release of an excess easement for property at 525 Henley Street.
• Approved an ordinance appropriating $10,398.10 from the Parks and Recreation Grants and Benevolence Fund for completed Challenge Grant projects.
• Approved on first reading an ordinance to allow prescribed grazing by sheep in addition to goats.

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will meet via Zoom to review several beer permit applications. These include requests from various restaurants, markets, and festival organizers across several city districts.

• Dogwood Arts Festival Inc permit request (6th District)
• Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant LLC permit request (6th District)
• JN Investment LLC permit request (2nd District)
• Nama LLC permit request (6th District)
• Ambe Enterprise LLC permit request (2nd District)

The Knoxville Beer Board approved a beer permit for the Dogwood Arts Festival and approved permits pending final documentation for Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant, JN Investment LLC, Quick Market #4, Redbud Kitchen, and Sweet P's Uptown Corner. The board postponed permit requests for Nama Omakase, The Brass Pearl, and West Baxter Market & Deli to the April 20, 2021 meeting. It also extended Fat Tuesday's beer permit for 90 days and took no further action on Pete Cook Bowl.

• Approved Dogwood Arts Festival beer permit (unanimous).
• Approved Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant permit pending final documentation (unanimous).
• Approved JN Investment LLC permit pending final documentation (unanimous).
• Approved Quick Market #4 permit pending final documentation (unanimous).
• Approved Redbud Kitchen permit pending final documentation (unanimous).
• Approved Sweet P's Uptown Corner permit pending final documentation (unanimous).
• Postponed Nama Omakase, The Brass Pearl, and West Baxter Market & Deli to April 20, 2021 (unanimous).
• Extended Fat Tuesday beer permit for 90 days (unanimous).

City Council Regular Meeting

The Knoxville City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 23, 2021, conducted electronically due to COVID-19. The agenda includes a budget amendment, zoning ordinance changes, several resolutions authorizing contracts and grants, and appointments to the Community Television board. Public participation is limited to remote registration.

• Ordinance to add social service centers as special use in C-G, C-R, and DK-E districts
• Rezoning of 622 and 624 Dry Gap Pike from AG to RN-1
• Contract with Design and Construction Services for Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvements ($733,262.85)
• Grant applications for Knoxville Area Transit totaling $6,642,862 (with city match)
• Pension resolutions for four employees (monthly amounts from $2,162.45 to $3,320.42)

City Council Workshop

The City Council is holding a workshop to hear presentations from the Office on Homelessness and community partner agencies. The meeting includes a period for council questions, discussion, and a public forum.

• Presentation by the Office on Homelessness
• Presentation by Community Partner Agencies

Beer Board Special Meeting

The Beer Board will meet via electronic conference to consider a beer permit request. The applicant is Swamibapa LLC for the business located at 4615 Papermill Dr.

• Beer permit request: Tobacco Junction, 4615 Papermill Dr

The Knoxville Beer Board approved a beer permit for Tobacco Junction, located at 4615 Papermill Dr, with Swamibapa LLC as the applicant and owner, and Ketankumar and Pragneshkumar Patel as owners. The motion was made by Lynne Fugate, seconded by Charles Thomas, and passed unanimously. The permit was previously deferred from the February 23 meeting, and the file still requires sales tax registration.

• Approved the beer permit for Tobacco Junction (Swamibapa LLC) at 4615 Papermill Dr, unanimously.
• Approved the permit despite the file still requiring sales tax registration.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions for utility revenue refunding bonds totaling over $420 million. The body is also considering various infrastructure contracts and a request for state legislation regarding a mixed-use stadium.

• Proposed revenue refunding bonds for Electric ($87.5M), Gas ($49.5M), Water ($41.5M), and Wastewater ($241M) systems
• Agreement with Design and Construction Services, Inc. for Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvements not to exceed $733,262.85
• Contract amendment for Washington Pike Roadway Improvements increasing amount by $693,000.00
• Proposed $100,000.00 payment toward purchasing 28 acres to expand William Hastie Natural Area
• Ordinance to rezone 622 and 624 Dry Gap Pike from Agricultural to Single-Family Residential Neighborhood

City Council approved a resolution requesting state legislation to allocate sales tax revenue from a one-quarter mile area around a proposed mixed-use stadium to the Sports Authority, voting 8-1 after a motion to postpone failed 2-7. The council also approved numerous contracts, including a $100,000 contribution toward a 28-acre land purchase for the William Hastie Natural Area, and authorized over $400 million in KUB revenue refunding bonds. A resolution opposing the stadium tax legislation failed due to lack of a motion.

• Approved resolution requesting state legislation for stadium tax revenue allocation (8-1)
• Postponed Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvements contract to 3/23/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 toward 28-acre William Hastie Natural Area expansion (unanimous)
• Approved $87.5M electric, $49.5M gas, $41.5M water, $241M wastewater refunding bonds (unanimous)
• Approved $693,000 increase for Washington Pike design contract (unanimous)
• Approved $668,938 Cured-In-Place Pipe Phase 3 contract (unanimous)
• Approved $4,800 donation to World United Ministries (unanimous)
• Resolution opposing stadium tax legislation failed (no motion)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will meet electronically to consider several beer permit applications. These requests include various restaurants, breweries, and markets across multiple districts.

• Beer permit request for Casa Monchi Mexican Restaurant at 5640 Clinton Hwy
• Beer permit requests for Crafty Bastard Brewery at 6 Emory Pl and 9937 Kingston Pike
• Beer permit request for Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant at 3609 Sutherland Ave
• Beer permit request for Quick Market #4 at 8311 Kingston Pike
• Beer permit requests for Yee-Haw Brewing at 745 / 751 N Broadway

The Knoxville Beer Board approved eight beer permit requests pending final documentation, including Casa Monchi Mexican Restaurant, Crafty Bastard Brewery (four permits), Quick Market #4, and Yee-Haw Brewing (two permits). The board postponed Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant to March 23, 2021, and Tobacco Junction to a special meeting on March 9, 2021. The board also unanimously approved the minutes of the January 26 and February 9 meetings.

• Approved minutes of January 26, 2021 Regular Meeting and February 9, 2021 Special Meeting (unanimous).
• Postponed Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant beer permit to March 23, 2021 (unanimous).
• Approved Casa Monchi Mexican Restaurant beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous).
• Approved Crafty Bastard Brewery (6th District) on/off premise and manufacturing/distribution permits pending final documentation (unanimous).
• Approved Crafty Bastard Brewery (2nd District) on/off premise and manufacturing/distribution permits pending final documentation (unanimous).
• Approved Quick Market #4 beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous).
• Postponed Tobacco Junction beer permit to special meeting on March 9, 2021 (unanimous).
• Approved Yee-Haw Brewing on/off premise and manufacturing/distribution permits pending final documentation (unanimous, with one abstention).

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on several second-reading ordinances regarding street name changes, alley closures, and property rezonings. The body is also reviewing resolutions for city infrastructure projects and police department grants.

• Contract with McKinnon Construction Company, LLC for Old Broadway Sidewalk Improvements not to exceed $1,634,598.68
• Grant applications for the Knoxville Police Department totaling $2,200,000.00
• Contract increase of $200,000.00 for Edison Electric, LLC for streetlight maintenance
• Rezone request for 8002 Kingston Pike from C-G-3 to C-G-1 on appeal from a Planning Commission denial
• Proposed donation of $4,800.00 to World United Ministries for Safe Haven Gym Program and Love Your Neighbor Day

City Council approved a $1 million emergency budget appropriation for violence interruption strategies, funded from the General Fund. Council also approved a new fee schedule for police video recordings, rejecting an amendment to cap fees at $50. A resolution to study zoning for temporary homeless encampments failed due to lack of a second.

• Approved $1M emergency budget amendment for violence interruption (unanimous)
• Approved new KPD video recording fee schedule (8-0, Parker abstained)
• Amendment to cap video recording fees at $50 failed (2-7)
• Approved $1.63M Old Broadway Sidewalk Improvements contract (unanimous)
• Approved $1.075M streetlight maintenance contract amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $1M Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Program grant application (unanimous)
• Approved $1.2M Internet Crimes Against Children grant application (unanimous)
• Resolution to study temporary encampment zoning failed (no second)

Beer Board Special Meeting

The Beer Board is holding a special meeting to consider a beer permit request. The board will review the application for Corner 16.

• Beer permit request for Corner 16 (#118) at 9637 Kroger Park Dr

The Knoxville Beer Board unanimously approved a beer permit for Corner 16 at 9637 Kroger Park Dr, pending final documentation. The applicant still needs Building Inspection, Fire Prevention, and Health Department approvals to complete the file. The permit was previously postponed from January 26 and was considered at this special meeting.

• Approved beer permit for Corner 16 (Copper Cellar Corporation) pending final documentation (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss several zoning appeals and rezoning requests across multiple districts. The body is also considering funding for COVID-19 response efforts and a large contract for road work.

• Agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for 2021 Resurfacing Project - Phase I not to exceed $4,209,834.00
• HUD Community Development Block Grant funds for Mobile Meals not to exceed $25,000.00
• HUD Community Development Block Grant - Covid19 funding for housing assistance not to exceed $80,000.00
• Zoning appeal for a 45-foot cross-shaped work of art at 4605 Central Avenue Pike
• Rezoning of 8300 East Walker Springs Lane from Office Park to General Residential Neighborhood

The Knoxville City Council approved a $4,209,834 contract with Rogers Group, Inc. for the 2021 Resurfacing Project Phase I, covering about 20 miles in Districts 3, 4, and 5. A rezoning request for 8300 East Walker Springs Lane from office to residential was defeated on a 4-5 vote. The council also approved several COVID-19 relief funding measures and advanced multiple zoning and street name changes on first reading.

• Approved $4,209,834 contract with Rogers Group for 2021 Resurfacing Phase I (unanimous)
• Defeated rezoning of 8300 E. Walker Springs Ln from OP to RN-5 (4-5)
• Approved $25,000 for CAC Mobile Meals COVID-19 response (unanimous)
• Approved $80,000 amendment for Knoxville Leadership Foundation housing assistance (unanimous)
• Approved appeal for rezoning at 8002 Kingston Pike from C-G-3 to C-G-1 (8-1)
• Approved KPD video recording fee schedule change on first reading (unanimous)
• Approved 17 pension resolutions for city employees (unanimous)
• Postponed appeal for 45-ft cross at 4605 Central Avenue Pike to Feb 23 (unanimous)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board is meeting to consider beer permit requests for various businesses across the city. The board will also discuss its goals and review inspections conducted in 2020.

• Permit request for Yee-Haw Brewing at 745 / 751 N Broadway
• Permit request for Casa Monchi Mexican Restaurant at 5640 Clinton Hwy
• Permit request for GoPuff #147 at 1403 9th Ave
• Permit requests for Aramark at Allan Jones Aquatic Center and Goodfriend Tennis Center
• Permit request for Smoky Mountain Meadery at 1335 Western Ave Ste B

The Knoxville Beer Board approved five beer permits pending final documentation, postponed three requests to future meetings, and extended five existing permits. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the Goodfriend Tennis Center extension.

• Approved Big Al's Place beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved GoPuff #147 beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Volunteer Princess beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Wings Etc. beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Postponed Casa Monchi Mexican Restaurant to Feb 23, 2021 (unanimous)
• Postponed Yee-Haw Brewing (On/Off and Manufacturing/Distribution) to Feb 23, 2021 (unanimous)
• Postponed Corner 16 - #118 to special meeting Feb 9, 2021 (unanimous)
• Extended Diti Market, Pete Cook Bowl, Smoky Mountain Meadery, Goodfriend Tennis Center & Barksdale Stadium, and Lucky Shot Billiards permits (unanimous, one abstention on Goodfriend)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering several resolutions including funding for affordable housing at 211 Jessamine St. and streetscape projects on Magnolia Avenue. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding building code amendments and property rezoning.

• Affordable housing development at 211 Jessamine St. up to $480,000.00
• Magnolia Avenue Streetscape Project estimated at $5,000,000.00
• Washington Pike Roadway Improvements contract increase of $693,000.00
• Salvation Army Bridge of Hope partitions up to $25,000.00
• Rezoning of 3107, 3117 and 3123 Greenway Drive

The Knoxville City Council approved a $480,000 award from the Affordable Rental Development Fund to 4th Purpose Realty, LLC for 16 affordable housing units at 211 Jessamine St., with 15 units serving formerly incarcerated men and one for a live-in manager. The council also approved a $25,000 agreement with the Salvation Army for COVID-19 partitions at the Bridge of Hope shelter, and a $5 million agreement with TDOT for Phase 3 of the Magnolia Avenue Streetscape Project. Several items were postponed, including a rezoning at 8300 East Walker Springs Lane and an appeal for a 45-foot cross at 4605 Central Avenue Pike.

• Approved $480,000 Affordable Rental Development Fund award to 4th Purpose Realty, LLC (7-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved $25,000 agreement with Salvation Army for COVID-19 partitions (7-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved $5M TDOT agreement for Magnolia Avenue Streetscape Phase 3 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,187,178 bulk fuel contract with Tri Star Energy, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $42,500 OpenCities, Inc. permit software agreement (unanimous)
• Postponed rezoning at 8300 East Walker Springs Lane to 2/9/2021 (unanimous)
• Postponed BZA appeal for 45-foot cross at 4605 Central Avenue Pike to 2/9/2021 (unanimous)
• Postponed Washington Pike roadway improvements contract amendment to 3/9/2021 (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is meeting to vote on several property rezonings and street closures. The body will also consider funding for homelessness prevention, neighborhood revitalization, and infrastructure projects.

• Agreement with Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation for Western Heights Revitalization Master Planning up to $500,000.00
• Subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League for homelessness prevention services up to $225,000.00
• Rezonings for 114 Dameron Avenue, 2244 & 0 Western Avenue, 0 Western Avenue, 2613-2625 Greenway Drive, 205 Bridgewater Road, and 1136 Groner Drive
• Ordinance to establish a Tree Mitigation Bank
• Contract with Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the Jackson Avenue Ramps Replacement Project increasing total to $1,326,903.74

City Council Workshop

The City Council is holding a workshop to hear presentations on the state of the Black community and the Vision Zero Knoxville initiative. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation by Zimbabwe U. Matavou: State of the Black Community: A Culture in Decline - Rescue and Restoration
• Presentation by Bryan Hill of Bike Walk Knoxville: Vision Zero Knoxville