Knoxville public meetings in 2022

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Knoxville Beer Board will consider eight beer permit requests at its December 13 meeting, including applications for Fanatic Brewing Company at two locations, Knoxville Opera, Tailgating for a Cause, Craft Axe Throwing, Gogi Korean Kitchen, Pour Taproom, and The Bookstore LLC. The board will also approve minutes from its November 15 meeting.

• Fanatic Brewing Company LLC seeks permits for 7600 Kingston Pike #61 and 1209 N Central St
• Knoxville Opera Company applies for a permit at 612 E Depot Ave
• Craft Axe Throwing of West Knoxville (Abercrombie LLC) at 320 N Peters Rd
• Gogi Korean Kitchen Inc at 7818 Montvue Center Way
• Pour Taproom (Rudrew LLC) at 207 W Jackson Ave

The Beer Board approved a permit for the Knoxville Opera and conditionally approved two permits for Fanbase locations. Three existing permits were extended for 90 days, while two other permit requests were withdrawn.

• Approved beer permit for Knoxville Opera (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit pending final documentation for Fanbase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit pending final documentation for Fanbase 3 (unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for Craft Axe Throwing of West Knoxville (unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for Gogi Korean Kitchen (unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for The Bookstore LLC (unanimous)
• Permit request for Tailgating for a Cause withdrawn
• Permit request for Pour Taproom withdrawn

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts, including $1.6 million in federal funds for the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project and a $1.56 million agreement for Lancaster Drive sidewalk improvements. Council will also vote on appointments to the Knoxville Transportation Authority and Tree Board, and on first-reading ordinances to rezone multiple properties, including several at 0 Hillwood Drive and 9956 Dutchtown Road.

• Resolution to accept $1,603,134.40 in federal Surface Transportation Block Grant funds (plus $400,783.60 city match) for Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project
• Resolution authorizing $1,558,420.00 agreement with Southern Constructors for Lancaster Drive Sidewalk Improvements
• Ordinances on first reading to rezone 0 Hillwood Drive from South Waterfront to General Residential Neighborhood (RN-5) and amend sector/one-year plans
• Ordinances on first reading to rezone 9956 Dutchtown Road and 950 Mabry Hood Road from Agricultural/Office Park to Multi-Family Residential (RN-6)
• Resolutions authorizing $72,000 and $180,000 contracts for governmental relations services with Fred D. Thompson Jr. and Cornerstone Government Affairs

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a $934,476 stop-loss insurance contract with BlueCross BlueShield, a $481,559.50 agreement for Fort Dickerson Park utilities, and multiple small donations from the Community Empowerment budget. They will also hear appeals on zoning decisions and vote on first-reading ordinances regarding vehicle impoundment lot procedures and donations to youth programs.

• Resolution authorizing $934,476 annual premium for BlueCross BlueShield stop-loss insurance for city's self-insured medical plan
• Resolution for $481,559.50 agreement with East Tennessee Pipeline for Fort Dickerson Park Site Utilities Project
• Resolution to amend $510,000 Affordable Rental Development Fund grant for 17 affordable housing units at 7823 Gleason Drive
• Ordinance on second reading donating $2,900 to My Daughters Journey for gun violence trauma programs
• Appeal hearing on fence height increase at 3934 Alma Avenue from 42 to 72 inches

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 5:00 PM in the City County Building. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the October 18 meeting and consideration of beer permit requests for 10 establishments: Dukez Sports Bar, Fire & Smoke, Fly By Night, Mack's Mini Mart, Monkey's Bar, The Humble Hog, Zero Zero Wine Bar, and four addendum items (Lucky Shot Billiards, Lunaverne Knoxville, Taco Madres Taqueria, Undeclared, and Yee-Haw Brewing). No other business is listed.

• Dukez Sports Bar – 3011 Lakemoor View Rd (1st District)
• Fire & Smoke – 9405 S Northshore Dr Ste 103 (2nd District)
• Fly By Night – 906 Sevier Ave Ste 126 (1st District)
• Mack's Mini Mart – 7502 Strawberry Plains Pike (4th District)
• Yee-Haw Brewing – 745/751 N Broadway (4th District)

The Beer Board approved seven new beer permit requests pending final documentation. Additionally, the board granted 90-day permit extensions to five existing applicants. The minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting were also approved.

• Approved minutes of October 18, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved beer permit pending final documentation for Dukez Sports Bar (Unanimous)
• Approved beer permit pending final documentation for Fire and Smoke (Unanimous)
• Approved beer permit pending final documentation for Fly By Night (Unanimous)
• Approved beer permit pending final documentation for Mack's Mini Mart (Unanimous)
• Approved beer permit pending final documentation for Monkey's Bar (Unanimous)
• Approved beer permit pending final documentation for The Humble Hog (Unanimous)
• Approved beer permit pending final documentation for Zero Zero Wine Bar (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold second-reading votes on several zoning changes, including properties on Garden Drive, University Avenue, Whittle Springs Road, Pelham Road, and Deane Hill Drive. It will also consider resolutions to increase the Public Safety Complex contract by $4.9 million for brick veneer repairs and to approve a $1 million playground equipment contract. Other items include appointments to boards and a resolution to rename Old North Knoxville Park.

• Rezoning of 3411 Garden Drive from single-family to general residential (RN-4)
• Rezoning of 1101 University Avenue from single-family to neighborhood commercial (C-N)
• Rezoning of 2721 Whittle Springs Road from neighborhood commercial to general residential (RN-4)
• Rezoning of 0 Pelham Road from single-family to general industrial (I-G)
• Resolution to increase Public Safety Complex contract by $4,900,000 for brick veneer repair

City Council Workshop

The City Council is holding a workshop to receive a presentation on short-term rental history, the city's ordinance, and state legislation. Council members will then discuss the topic.

• Presentation on City of Knoxville Short Term Rental Ordinance Overview
• Presentation on State of Tennessee Short Term Rental Unit Act Synopsis
• Review of City of Knoxville Short Term Rental Statistics and Details
• Discussion of state legislative landscape affecting short-term rentals

City Council Regular Meeting

The Knoxville City Council will consider resolutions awarding up to $2,065,000 from the Affordable Rental Development Fund for 69 affordable units at 4502 Fennel Road and $510,000 for rehabilitating 17 units at 7823 Gleason Drive. The council will also vote on a second-reading ordinance to designate Juneteenth as a municipal holiday. Multiple first-reading ordinances propose zoning changes for properties on Garden Drive, University Avenue, Whittle Springs Road, Pelham Road, and Deane Hill Drive.

• Resolution to award up to $2,065,000 for 69 affordable rental units at 4502 Fennel Road
• Resolution to award up to $510,000 for rehabilitating 17 affordable units at 7823 Gleason Drive
• Ordinance on second reading to designate Juneteenth as a municipal holiday
• Resolution to increase the Atlantic Avenue Sidewalk Project contract by $223,956.75 to $3,127,299.10
• First-reading zoning changes for properties at 3411 Garden Drive, 1101 University Avenue, and 2721 Whittle Springs Road

The City Council officially designated Juneteenth as a municipal holiday. The council also approved several affordable housing grants and infrastructure projects, including a loan for stadium area redevelopment. Multiple zoning and sector plan amendments were approved on first reading.

• Approved designating Juneteenth as a municipal holiday [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved $350,000 funding for Knoxville Entrepreneur Center (7-0)
• Approved Stadium Area Infrastructure Redevelopment and Loan Agreement with KCDC (7-1)
• Approved $2,065,000 for 69 affordable rental units at 4502 Fennel Road [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved $510,000 for rehabilitation of 17 affordable housing units at 7823 Gleason Drive [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved $1,396,448 grant for Violent Crime Intervention programs (7-1)
• Approved $202,800 total grant for School Resource Officer travel and training [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved $223,956.75 contract increase for Atlantic Avenue Sidewalk Project [UNANIMOUS]

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including a $2.67 million contract for the Knoxville Urban Wilderness Gateway Park Phase Two Baker Creek Pavilion Project and a $1.14 million contract for Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvements Phase III. Other items include zoning changes for properties on Ridgecrest Drive and Clinton Highway, and funding for youth programs and homelessness prevention.

• Resolution authorizing $2,667,343.50 for Baker Creek Pavilion Project
• Resolution authorizing $1,140,516.00 for Waterfront Drive Roadway Improvements Phase III
• Ordinance to rezone 2302 Ridgecrest Drive from RN-1 to RN-2
• Ordinance to rezone 6357, 0, 6367, 6345, and 6361 Clinton Highway from AG to RN-1
• Resolution to reimburse Comcast ($50,000), KUB ($250,000), and AT&T ($850,000) for utility relocations on Sevier Avenue

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Knoxville Beer Board will consider seven new beer permit applications, including for Appalachian Mountain Bike Club, Evape Lounge, Muse Knoxville, and two SMG venues. Two administrative hearings are scheduled for Ruby Tuesday #4909 and Aramark at Neyland Stadium. The board will also discuss a new application form for a 'caterer with beer' permit.

• Beer permit for Appalachian Mountain Bike Club at 123 S Gay St
• Beer permit for Evape Lounge at 1207 N Central St
• Beer permit for Muse Knoxville at 516 N Beaman St
• Administrative hearing for Ruby Tuesday #4909 at 7406 Chapman Hwy
• Resolution to consider new 'caterer with beer' permit application form

The Knoxville Beer Board unanimously approved a new beer permit application form that includes a 'caterer with beer' permit option, as allowed by city ordinance. The board also approved seven new beer permits and extended five existing permits, all by unanimous votes. One administrative hearing for Aramark at Neyland Stadium was referred to a suspension/revocation hearing, while no further action was taken on a Ruby Tuesday citation.

• Approved new beer permit application form including caterer permit (unanimous)
• Approved beer permits for Appalachian Mountain Bike Club, Muse Knoxville, St. George Greek Orthodox Church (unanimous)
• Approved beer permits pending final documentation for eVape Lounge, SMG-Chilhowee Park, SMG-Civic Coliseum, The Holistic Connection (unanimous)
• Extended beer permits for Addison's (90 days), Diti Market (60 days), Knox Tobacco and Beer (60 days), O'Rourke's (60 days), The Double S Wine Bar (60 days) (all unanimous)
• Referred Aramark Sports (Neyland Stadium) to suspension/revocation hearing (unanimous)
• Took no further action on Ruby Tuesday #4909 administrative hearing
• Approved minutes of September 20 and October 4, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Public Property Naming Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Property Naming Committee will consider a request to rename Old North Knoxville Park as Beth A. Booker Park. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from September 2020.

• Request to rename Old North Knoxville Park to Beth A. Booker Park

Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee is meeting to discuss course enhancements made since 2020 and review year-to-date rounds and revenue. The session includes discussions on industry trends, staffing costs, and pricing and marketing strategies.

• Review of course enhancements since 2020
• YTD rounds and revenue summary
• Analysis of staffing, labor costs, and inflation impacts
• Capital recommendations
• Superintendent updates

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss applying for a $55 million Reconnecting Communities grant to improve multimodal access in neighborhoods impacted by urban renewal. The body is also deciding on several zoning appeals, budget amendments, and various city contracts.

• Application for $55 million federal Reconnecting Communities grant with a $25 million local match
• Agreement with Knoxville's Community Development Corporation for Western Heights infrastructure not to exceed $4.2 million
• Agreement with Blount Contractors, Inc. for Cradle of Country Music Park - Pier 865 Project not to exceed $824,400
• Zoning appeal for 4430 Candora Avenue to change from I-MU to I-H District
• Agreement with Knoxville Chamber for economic prosperity funding not to exceed $631,300

Beer Board Special Meeting

The Beer Board will meet to review a beer permit request for The Bottom located at 2340 E Magnolia Ave. This special meeting includes a single item regarding the applicant's request.

• Beer permit request: THE BOTTOM, 2340 E MAGNOLIA AVE

The Knoxville Beer Board held a special meeting on October 4, 2022, and considered one beer permit request. The board unanimously approved a temporary beer permit for The Bottom, located at 2340 E Magnolia Ave, for its Grant Anniversary special event on October 8. The application was complete and the Knoxville Police Department reported no record.

• Approved temporary beer permit for The Bottom at 2340 E Magnolia Ave for October 8 anniversary event (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on several zoning changes and funding agreements for economic development and housing. The meeting includes appeals regarding zoning decisions at 4430 Candora Avenue and 6217 Kingston Pike.

• Award of up to $1,500,000 for 50 senior supportive housing units at 245 S. Bell Street
• Agreement with Knoxville Chamber for up to $631,300 for the Path to Prosperity vision
• Zoning change for 516 and 520 West Vine Avenue from DK-G to DK-B
• Funding of up to $225,000 for the Knox Education Foundation Community Schools initiative
• Contract amendment for Whaley Construction, LLC for the 2022 Curb Cuts Project to a total of $463,428.00

Council approved a $1.5 million loan from the Affordable Rental Development Fund for 50 permanent supportive housing units for seniors at 245 S. Bell Street. The 30-year forgivable loan will fund units serving very low-income households as part of the 161-unit Austin Homes Phase 3 project. Council also approved $225,000 for the Community Schools initiative, $100,000 for the SPARK Cleantech Accelerator, and a $631,300 agreement with the Knoxville Chamber.

• Approved $1.5M loan for 50 senior supportive housing units at 245 S. Bell Street (unanimous)
• Approved $225,000 agreement with Knox Education Foundation for Community Schools (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 agreement with Cherokee Farm for SPARK Cleantech Accelerator (unanimous)
• Approved $631,300 agreement with Knoxville Chamber for economic development (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 subgrantee agreement with East Tennessee Community Design Center (unanimous)
• Approved HOME-ARP Allocation Plan submission to HUD (8-1)
• Approved $143,349 contract with Gresham Smith for Gay Street signal pole design (unanimous)
• Approved $33,441.25 change order for 2022 Curb Cuts project (unanimous)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board is meeting to consider beer permit requests for various businesses across six districts. The board will also hold an administrative hearing for Fiesta Garibaldi Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar.

• Permit request for 71 South at 3726 Sevier Heights
• Permit request for Abridged Beer Company at 320 N Peters Rd
• Permit request for Fast Hand Tavern at 3800 Sutherland Ave
• Permit request for Marble City Market / Frank & George's at 333 W Depot Ave
• Administrative hearing for Fiesta Garibaldi Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar at 8520 Kingston Pike

The Knoxville Beer Board approved 18 beer permit requests, with 12 approved pending final documentation and 6 approved outright. One request (Muse Knoxville) was postponed to October 18, 2022 at the applicant's request. Two existing permits were extended, one was declared moot because the permit was picked up, and no further action was taken on an administrative hearing for Fiesta Garibaldi Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar after discussion of a revised remedial plan.

• Approved minutes of the August 23, 2022 Regular Meeting unanimously.
• Approved pending final documentation: 71 South (1st District), Abridged Beer Company (manufacturer/distribution and on/off premise permits, 2nd District), Fast Hand Tavern (2nd District), Gavino's Pizzeria and Restaurant (2nd District), Jacob's Time Out Deli (3rd District), Jay's and L's (6th District), Kings Wings N Things (6th District), Marble City Market / Frank & George's (common area, subordinate retailer's on-premise, and on/off premise permits, 6th District), The Local Smokey (6th District), and Voodoo Brewing Company (2nd District).
• Approved outright: Adopt A Golden Knoxville (2nd District), East Tennessee Equality Council (6th District), Knoxville Gay Men's Chorus (6th District), and Scarecrow Foundation (1st District).
• Postponed Muse Knoxville (6th District) to October 18, 2022 at the applicant's request.
• Extended beer permits for O'Rourke's (5th District) to October 18, 2022 and Tuk Tuk Thai Fusion (2nd District) to January 24, 2023.
• Declared Wilson Corner Market (6th District) moot as the applicant picked up the permit.
• Took no further action on the administrative hearing for Garibaldi LLC d/b/a Fiesta Garibaldi Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar after discussion of a revised remedial plan.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several resolutions including major transit grants for Knoxville Area Transit and various park donations. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding property rezoning at Dowell Springs Boulevard and updates to city wrecker rates.

• Rezoning of 0 Dowell Springs Boulevard from Office to Medium Density Residential / Office
• Resolution for $3,750,000.00 in transit grant funds for electric bus depot chargers
• Resolution for $3,609,300.00 in transit grant funds for urban transit operating assistance
• Acceptance of a $44,456.00 donation from Visit Knoxville for Fort Kid Park amenities
• Contract with Henley Roofing Company for Christenberry Recreation Center up to $450,000.00

The Knoxville City Council approved a resolution affirming that all city residents should have the right to access fundamental obstetric and gynecological health care services, including abortion. The vote was 8-0 with one abstention. The council also approved numerous other items, including zoning changes, contracts, and grant applications.

• Approved resolution affirming right to access obstetric and gynecological health care (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved sector plan and one-year plan amendments for 0 Dowell Springs Blvd. from Office to Medium Density Residential/Office (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending wrecker rotation list rates and charges, as amended (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Henley Roofing Co. for Christenberry Rec Center roof replacement and HVAC upgrades, $450,000 (unanimous)
• Approved grant application for $250,000 from DOJ for youth violence prevention (unanimous)
• Approved grant application for $3,750,000 from TDOT for electric bus depot chargers (unanimous)
• Approved grant application for $658,155 from TDOT for transit vehicle mid-life overhauls (unanimous)
• Approved grant application for $500,000 from DOJ for Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (unanimous)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Knoxville Beer Board will meet to consider beer permit requests for various businesses and organizations across the city. The board will also approve minutes from the July 26 and August 18 meetings.

• Permit request for Abridged Beer Company at 320 N Peters Rd
• Permit request for Neyland Stadium - Aramark Bowl at 1300 Phillip Fulmer Way
• Permit request for Thompson-Boling Arena - Aramark Bowl at 1600 Phillip Fulmer Way
• Permit request for First Lutheran Church & School at 1207 N Broadway
• Permit request for Ebony & Ivory Brewing Co at 2300 N Central Suite 101

The Knoxville Beer Board approved new beer permits for Bombay Palace, First Lutheran Church & School, Frothy Monkey, Graduate Knoxville, Messiah Lutheran Church, Scarecrow Foundation, and others, most pending final documentation. The board also extended permits for Craft Axe Throwing, Ebony & Ivory Brewing Co., and O'Rourke's, and postponed requests for Abridged Beer Company, Kings Wings N Things, and Jay's and L's to future meetings.

• Approved new beer permits for Bombay Palace, First Lutheran Church & School, Frothy Monkey, Graduate Knoxville, Messiah Lutheran Church, and Scarecrow Foundation.
• Approved pending final documentation for Big Orange Billiards and Brews, Cumberland House Knoxville, Gogi Korean Kitchen, Pour Taproom, The Bookstore LLC, Neyland Stadium, and Thompson-Boling Arena.
• Extended beer permits for Craft Axe Throwing of West Knoxville, Ebony & Ivory Brewing Co. (two permits), and O'Rourke's.
• Postponed beer permit requests for Abridged Beer Company (two permits), Kings Wings N Things, and Jay's and L's to the September 20, 2022 meeting.
• Approved the minutes of the July 26, 2022 Regular Meeting and the August 18, 2022 Special Meeting.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing multiple ordinances regarding land use, zoning amendments, and street closures. The meeting also includes several resolutions for funding grants, service contracts, and departmental budget appropriations.

• Zoning change for 1624 Riverside Drive from Light Industrial to Mixed Use Regional Center
• Appropriation of $1,750.00 for Ijams Nature Center's 'Twilight at Ijams' fundraiser
• Appropriation of $1,200.00 for Legacy Parks Foundation's 2022 Legacy Luncheon
• Appropriation of $1,200.00 for Knoxville Botanical Garden's 13th Annual Green Thumb Gala
• Appropriation of $1,000.00 for East Tennessee Community Design Center's fundraiser

Beer Board Special Meeting

The Beer Board will meet to consider a beer permit application from Events Pro LLC. The applicant is located at 1073 Wildwood Ave.

• Beer permit request: Events Pro LLC (1073 Wildwood Ave)

The Beer Board unanimously approved a temporary beer permit for Events Pro LLC to serve beer at the Knox Food Fest in World's Fair Park on August 19-20, 2022. The vote was 7-0 with two members absent. The application was complete and the applicant had no applicable police record.

• Approved temporary beer permit for Events Pro LLC at 1073 Wildwood Ave for Knox Food Fest (7-0)

City Council Workshop

The City Council will review updates regarding Knoxville's bicycle infrastructure and the Knoxville Greenway. Additionally, officials will present a draft of the Knoxville Sidewalk Study for discussion.

• Knoxville Bicycle Infrastructure Update
• Knoxville Greenway Update
• Draft Knoxville Sidewalk Study
• Bike Walk Knoxville presentation

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering several legislative actions including a tax rate adjustment from $2.9638 to $2.1556. The agenda includes multiple zoning amendments, contract increases for the Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project, and various municipal fund appropriations.

• Tax rate adjustment from $2.9638 to $2.1556
• Annexation of three parcels near Maloney Road
• Agreement with Knoxville's Community Development Corporation not to exceed $100,000.00 per year
• Texas Avenue Sidewalk Project contract increase of $131,215.00 for a total of $1,153,781.20
• General Obligation Refunding Bond not to exceed $60,065,000.00

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The Audit Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a report from the Internal Auditor. The session includes a presentation and discussion regarding the internal audit work plan.

• Approval of June 21, 2022, meeting minutes
• Internal Audit work plan presentation and discussion

The Knoxville Audit Committee approved the minutes from its June 21, 2022 meeting. Members discussed the internal auditor's report, including a Finance Department staffing update and the Wrecker Services Commission update, and reviewed the internal audit work plan without taking a vote. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board is meeting to consider beer permit requests for various businesses across six districts. The board will also review the minutes from the June 28, 2022 meeting.

• Permit request for AM Market at 2900 Sevier Ave
• Permit request for Cumberland House Knoxville at 1109 White Ave
• Permit request for Pour Taproom at 207 W Jackson Ave
• Permit request for Hop-In at 1700 Merchant Dr
• Permit request for Tuk Tuk Thai Fusion at 9253 Kingston Pike

The Knoxville Beer Board approved eight beer permit requests, including several pending final documentation, and postponed four others to the August 23, 2022 meeting. Four existing beer permits were extended. All votes were unanimous with Gwen McKenzie absent.

• Approved Asian Culture Center of TN temporary permit (unanimous)
• Approved East Tennessee Community Design Center temporary permit (unanimous)
• Approved Knoxville News-Sentinel Charities temporary permit (unanimous)
• Approved Anafres Grill & Market pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved El Ranchero Express pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Snack Box LLC pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Taco Madres Taqueria & Bar Lounge pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Undeclared pending final documentation (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering several ordinances to amend the zoning code, including rules for townhouses, cultural facilities, and animal care facilities. The body will also review the Alcoa Highway Corridor Study and various street and alley closures. Additionally, the council is voting on several funding resolutions and revenue bonds for city utilities.

• Adoption of the Alcoa Highway Corridor Study amending the General Plan 2033
• Contract with CDM Smith, Inc. for Stormwater Asset Management Project up to $2,137,100.00
• Issuance of Electric System Revenue Bonds not to exceed $79,000,000
• Zoning change for 4050 Sutherland Avenue from Office to Neighborhood Commercial
• CARES Act funding for Volunteer Ministry Center up to $160,000.00 for street outreach

City Council Workshop

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss a pilot program for traffic noise cameras downtown. The session covers current noise levels, enforcement challenges, and how the camera technology operates.

• Presentation on Downtown Traffic Noise Camera Pilot Program
• Review of Knoxville vehicle noise ordinance and enforcement challenges

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding zoning code amendments, property closures, and rezoning requests. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions for contract amendments and funding allocations for public safety, infrastructure, and housing services.

• Raise competitive bidding threshold from $25,000.00 to $50,000.00
• E-911 lease amendment increasing contribution by $647,000.00
• Real Time Crime Center design contract up to $89,000.00
• 2022 Resurfacing Phase I Project contract increase of $184,279.56
• Homeless services funding via Volunteer Ministry Center up to $180,000.00

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering several items including funding for electric buses, sidewalk construction, and various zoning amendments. The agenda also includes resolutions for community development grants and city charter amendments.

• Zoning amendments for 4207, 4201, 4123 and 0 Bruhin Road
• Atlantic Avenue Sidewalk Construction Project funding of $1,524,421.08
• Contract with McKinnon Construction Company, LLC up to $2,903,342.35 for Atlantic Avenue Sidewalk Project
• Grant for Knoxville Area Transit to purchase four electric buses and charging infrastructure
• Donation of $25,000.00 to United Way of Greater Knoxville for Social Innovation Challenge

The Knoxville City Council approved a series of ordinances to rezone and amend the land-use plans for property at 4207, 4201, 4123, and 0 Bruhin Road, allowing for medium-density residential development. The council also approved several contracts and grants, including a $2.9 million sidewalk project and funding for four electric buses. A package of charter amendments proposed by Councilmember Parker was defeated.

• Approved North City Sector Plan amendment to Medium Density Residential/Office for Bruhin Road (7-1)
• Approved One Year Plan amendment to Medium Density Residential/Office for Bruhin Road (7-1)
• Approved rezoning of Bruhin Road property from RN-1 to RN-5 (6-2)
• Approved $2.9M contract with McKinnon Construction for Atlantic Avenue Sidewalk Project (unanimous)
• Approved $5.18M grant acceptance for four electric buses and charging infrastructure (unanimous)
• Defeated charter amendment to change ballot language for district council races (2-6)
• Defeated charter amendment to change ballot language for at-large council races (2-6)
• Approved on first reading ordinance to raise competitive bidding threshold to $50,000 (unanimous)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will consider beer permit requests for 18 different applicants across various city districts. The board is also scheduled to hold an administrative hearing for Hatmaker's Bar and Grill.

• Permit request for Yee-Haw Brewing at 745 / 751 N Broadway
• Permit request for Cumberland House Knoxville at 1109 White Ave
• Permit request for Weigel's #103 at 210 Lovell Rd
• Permit request for Taco Madres Taqueria & Bar Lounge at 2916 Knoxville Center Dr
• Administrative hearing for Fountain City Investments LLC d/b/a Hatmaker's Bar and Grill at 2917 Tazewell Pike

The Knoxville Beer Board approved beer permits for Hola Hora Latina Inc., VIDL, and Danger Company Inc. (pending final documentation), and approved four other permits pending documentation. Six existing permits were extended, and the board unanimously referred Hatmaker's Bar and Grill to a suspension/revocation hearing following a TABC summary suspension.

• Approved Hola Hora Latina Inc. beer permit (unanimous)
• Approved VIDL beer permit (unanimous)
• Approved Danger Company Inc. permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved El Ranchero Express, Monarca Grocery Store, The Double S Wine Bar, UUNIK Academy permits pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Extended beer permits for Addison's, Diti Market, Knox Tobacco and Beer, Weigel's #103, Wilson Corner Market, Yee-Haw Brewing (unanimous)
• Referred Hatmaker's Bar and Grill to suspension/revocation hearing (unanimous)
• Postponed Asian Culture Center of TN, Cumberland House Knoxville, Kings Wings N Things, Taco Madres Taqueria & Bar Lounge, El Ranchero Express to July 26, 2022 (unanimous)

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The Audit Committee is meeting to review the Internal Auditor's report and discuss external audit communications. The body will also discuss the internal audit work plan and set future meeting dates.

• Approval of April 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Internal Auditor's report
• External Audit required communications
• Internal Audit work plan

The Audit Committee approved the April 26, 2022 meeting minutes and approved a motion directing the Internal Auditor to review how the city approves wrecker rates. The committee also received updates on the external audit and Finance Department vacancies. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting lost quorum during the external audit presentation.

• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved motion for Internal Auditor to review wrecker rate approval process (3-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding sector plan amendments and rezoning for properties on Bruhin Road and Mississippi Avenue. The meeting also includes resolutions for various city contracts, grant acceptances, and community service funding.

• Rezoning of 4207, 4201, 4123 and 0 Bruhin Road to Medium Density Residential/Office
• Rezoning of 0 Mississippi Avenue and portions of 927 Knoxville College Drive and 0 Western Avenue
• Adoption of the Fiscal Years 2023-2028 Capital Improvements Program
• Acceptance of a grant up to $1,500,000.00 for violence intervention and prevention
• Amendment of sidewalk replacement contract by $399,757.00 to a total of $1,200,462.00

The Knoxville City Council approved the FY2023-2028 Capital Improvements Program (5-1), rezoned Knoxville College property for multi-family residential use, and authorized contracts for violence interruption street outreach and a behavioral health urgent care center. The council also postponed three related ordinances for the Hopeful Housing/Huber Properties project on Bruhin Road for two weeks.

• Approved FY2023-2028 Capital Improvements Program (5-1)
• Approved rezoning of Knoxville College property to RN-6 (unanimous)
• Approved $450,000 contract with SEEED for violence interruption program (5-1)
• Approved lease of 1515 St. Mary's St. to Helen Ross McNabb Center (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $1.5M DOJ grant application for violence prevention (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year Visit Knoxville contract (unanimous)
• Postponed Bruhin Road rezoning and plan amendments (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 donation to United Way for Social Innovation Challenge (first reading)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing multiple zoning changes, road closures, and professional service contracts. The body is also considering the adoption of the Fiscal Years 2023-2028 Capital Improvements Program and budget amendments for FY 2021/2022.

• Proposed adoption of the Fiscal Years 2023-2028 Capital Improvements Program
• Resolution for Northwest Greenway Connector Phase II property acquisition not to exceed $270,000.00
• Agreement with Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. for employee benefits not to exceed $150,000.00 annually
• Zoning change for 4912 Rutledge Pike from General Industrial to Heavy Industrial
• Grant application for $702,031.00 for Knoxville Area Transit with a city match up to $175,508.00

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board is meeting to consider beer permit requests for various businesses across the city. These requests include restaurants, breweries, and specialty venues in multiple districts.

• Permit request for Craft Axe Throwing of West Knoxville at 320 N Peters Rd
• Permit request for Ebony & Ivory Brewing Co at 2300 N Central Suite 101
• Permit request for Lakeshore Park Conservancy at 5930 Lyons View Pike
• Permit request for Wasabi Japanese Steakhouse at 118 Major Reynolds Pl and 226 Lovell Rd
• Permit request for Hop-In at 1700 Merchant Dr

The Knoxville Beer Board approved 14 beer permit requests, with 11 approved pending final documentation and 3 approved outright. Two permit requests were postponed to the June 28, 2022 meeting at the applicants' request, and one beer permit was extended for sixty days. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Craft Axe Throwing of West Knoxville beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Postponed Cumberland House Knoxville beer permit to June 28, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Ebony & Ivory Brewing Co on/off premise beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Ebony & Ivory Brewing Co manufacturer/distribution beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Fanbase West beer permit (unanimous)
• Approved Hard Knox Pizza beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Jaboni's beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Kabuki beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several ordinances including annual budget adjustments and property tax levies. The agenda also includes resolutions for infrastructure contracts and federal grant applications for Knoxville Area Transit.

• Ordinance to amend the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 2021/2022
• Ordinance to levy a tax on all taxable properties for the fiscal period July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023
• Resolution for streetlights maintenance increasing annual amount by $180,000.00 to a total not to exceed $1,380,000.00
• Resolution for the 2022 Resurfacing Phase II Project not to exceed $4,293,870.00
• Grant application for Knoxville Area Transit electric bus equipment totaling up to $6,250,000.00

City Council Legislative Budget Hearings

The City Council is conducting budget hearings to review the Mayor's budget introduction and various department overviews. Discussions include public safety, policy, economic development, operations, and city court.

• Mayor's Budget Introduction by Indya Kincannon
• Public Safety reviews including Knoxville Police and Fire Departments
• Economic and Community Development reviews including Zoo Knoxville and Housing and Neighborhood Development
• Operations reviews including Engineering, Fleet Services, and Parks and Recreation
• City Court review with Judge John Rosson

Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee will review year-to-date rounds and revenue. The meeting includes discussions on industry trends, labor costs, pricing, and marketing.

• YTD Rounds & Revenue Summary
• Staffing & Labor Costs discussion
• Capital Recommendations

City Council Workshop

The Knoxville City Council and Knox County Commission held a joint workshop to discuss mental health and substance abuse services. The meeting featured presentations from state and local healthcare providers and officials.

• Presentation by Marie Williams, Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
• Presentations from Tennova Healthcare, Covenant Health, and Mental Health Association of East TN
• Presentation from the Knox County Sheriff’s Office
• Presentations from Volunteer Ministry Center and McNabb Center

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering several ordinances related to the fiscal year 2022/2023 budget and city tax levies. The agenda also includes various resolutions for community grants, police funding, and construction contract amendments.

• $194,108.80 in Summer Opportunity Youth Program grants
• $700,000.00 grant for Knoxville Police Department gun crime investigations
• $150,000.00 grant for the Kevin and Avonte Program
• Contract amendment for Coker Avenue Sidewalk Project to $791,441.95
• Contract amendment for 2021 Citywide Facilities Paving Project to $618,592.48

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The Audit Committee will meet to select an external auditor for the fiscal year ending 2022. Members will also discuss reports or research regarding the Internal Auditor's 2022/2023 work plan.

• Selection of external auditor for fiscal year ending 2022
• Discussion of Internal Auditor's 2022/2023 work plan

The Audit Committee unanimously approved a motion to present a resolution to full Council to execute the final one-year extension of the external auditor contract with Crosstlin for fiscal year ending 2022. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 5, 2022 meeting. No vote was taken on the Internal Auditor's 2022/2023 work plan, which was only discussed. Future meeting dates were set for June 21 and December 20, 2022.

• Approved minutes of January 5, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved motion to present resolution to Council for one-year extension with Crosstlin for FY2022 (unanimous)
• Set future meeting dates: June 21, 2022 and December 20, 2022

Beer Board Regular Meeting

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

• Adopt a Golden Knoxville (2nd District)
• Catalyst Sports Inc (1st District)
• Handy Dandy Market & Deli (1st District)
• Knox Axe House (2nd District)
• La Palma de Oro (3rd District)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several ordinances and resolutions, including budget amendments and street closures. Key items include a large grant application for water infrastructure and various community development projects.

• Grant application for $20,041,654.60 for water infrastructure with a $3,001,000.00 City match
• Acquisition of property at 2005 Maplewood Drive at an estimated cost of $130,000.00
• Ordinance to close intersection rights-of-way at Patton Street and Willow Avenue
• Resolution for a solar array installation at Cal Johnson Recreation Center up to $48,765.50
• Grant application of $175,000.00 from the U.S. Department of Justice for police mental health programs

The Knoxville City Council approved an amendment to the Summit Hill Redevelopment Plan to authorize tax increment financing (TIF) for the redevelopment of the 200 block of Gay Street. The project, proposed by Hatcher Hill Investment Group, includes 53 residential condominium units, 21,773 square feet of retail space, and a public plaza. The TIF grant of $3,700,000 is intended to make the project financially viable.

• Approved amendment to Summit Hill Redevelopment Plan authorizing TIF for 200 Gay Street project (unanimous)
• Approved $20,041,654.60 TDEC water infrastructure grant application with $3,010,000 city match (unanimous)
• Approved acquisition of 2005 Maplewood Drive property by condemnation if necessary for $130,000 (7-1)
• Approved $48,765.50 solar array installation at Cal Johnson Recreation Center (unanimous)
• Approved $175,000 federal grant for police mental health and wellness programs (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 3314 McPherson Street property to Knox Housing Partnership for $1,700 (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2021/2022 budget housekeeping ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 One Year Plan (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several professional service contracts and community donations. The body is also considering the adoption of the 2022 One Year Plan and multiple right-of-way closures in Council District 6.

• Historic Preservation Grant Awards totaling not to exceed $129,404.00
• Professional accounting services contracts with Abacus Hive (up to $100,000) and Marret & Company, PLLC (up to $117,000)
• Mini-Pitch project at Harriet Tubman Park with a $50,000 City commitment
• Right-of-way closures for Patton Street, Willow Avenue, and First Creek
• Donation of $10,000 to Two Bikes and $4,295 to YO-STEM

The Knoxville City Council approved a resolution to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with One Knoxville Sporting Club for a Mini-Pitch project at Harriet Tubman Park, with the City committing $50,000. The council also approved a related donation agreement with the U.S. Soccer Foundation for the mini-pitch installation by an 8-1 vote. Several other resolutions and ordinances were approved, including funding for historic preservation grants, accounting services, and a donation to a youth robotics team.

• Approved $50,000 City commitment for Mini-Pitch at Harriet Tubman Park (unanimous)
• Approved donation agreement with U.S. Soccer Foundation for Mini-Pitch (8-1)
• Approved $129,404 in Historic Preservation Grant Awards (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 donation to Two Bikes Bike School (unanimous)
• Approved $4,295 emergency donation to YO-STEM robotics team (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 contract with Abacus Hive for budget/accounting services (unanimous)
• Approved $117,000 contract with Marret & Company for accounting services (unanimous)
• Approved $79,000 contract amendment for ICAC Task Force training (unanimous)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board is meeting to consider beer permit requests for multiple businesses across several districts. The board will also conduct administrative hearings for two locations on N Broadway.

• Permit requests for Addison's (126 S Gay St), Fanatic Brewing Company (2735 N Central St), and Weigel's #103 (210 Lovell Rd)
• Permit requests for Cancer Support Community East Tennessee (2230 Sutherland Ave) and Festivals for Charity Inc (408 Rhodora Rd Apt C)
• Permit requests for Knox Tobacco and Beer (4028 Asheville Hwy) and Visit Knoxville (301 S Gay St)
• Addendum permit requests for Diti Market, Lucky Shot Billiards Sports Bar & Grill, The Humble Hog, and Wilson Corner Market
• Administrative hearings for Dollar General Store #10918 (4011 N Broadway) and Fountain City Exxon (5306 N Broadway)

The Knoxville Beer Board approved seven beer permit requests, including three pending final documentation, and extended three existing permits. It also referred two administrative cases—Dollar General Store #10918 and Fountain City Exxon—to suspension/revocation hearings. The Humble Hog withdrew its application.

• Approved Addison's beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Cancer Support Community East Tennessee temporary permit (unanimous)
• Approved Fanatic Brewing Company temporary permit (unanimous)
• Approved Festivals for Charity Inc temporary permit (unanimous)
• Approved Knox Tobacco and Beer permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Visit Knoxville temporary permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Approved Weigel's #103 permit pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Extended Diti Market, Lucky Shot Billiards, and Wilson Corner Market permits (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review ordinances regarding the FY 2021/2022 operating and capital budgets and new tobacco restrictions in parks. The meeting also includes resolutions for several professional service agreements, grant acceptances, and contract amendments.

• Amendment to FY 2021/2022 Operating and Capital budgets
• Ordinance prohibiting tobacco or vapor products in City-owned parks and greenways
• Agreement with Matrix Consulting Group for development services analysis up to $124,900.00
• Agreement with Cornerstone Government Affairs, Inc. for governmental relations at $150,000.00
• Contract amendment for Urban Wilderness Gateway Project to a new total of $1,057,650.37

The Knoxville City Council approved a budget amendment for FY 2021/2022 that adds 12 new Knoxville Police Department cadet positions and one administrative manager position, and transfers $832,875 from the General Fund for various initiatives including security cameras at World's Fair Park, federal lobbying, and a summer youth program. The council also approved a separate ordinance prohibiting tobacco and vapor products in city parks, greenways, and playgrounds.

• Approved FY21/22 budget amendment adding 12 KPD cadets and 1 admin manager (7-1)
• Approved ordinance banning tobacco/vapor products in city parks, greenways, playgrounds (unanimous)
• Approved $124,900 contract with Matrix Consulting Group for development services review (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 contract with Cornerstone Government Affairs for federal lobbying (unanimous)
• Approved $500,996 insurance package with Munich, Burlington, and Travelers (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 THSO grant for traffic enforcement equipment and overtime (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 THSO grant for community traffic safety education (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 annual contract with Keep Knoxville Beautiful for litter/graffiti abatement (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss several revenue bond issuances for electric, water, and wastewater systems. The body is also reviewing infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and an ordinance to prohibit tobacco and vapor products in city parks.

• Proposed revenue bonds: $55M for Electric System, $12M for Wastewater System, $27.415M for Electric Refunding, $15.765M for Water Refunding, and $24.535M for Wastewater Refunding
• Contract for Seventeenth Street Bridge Project professional services not to exceed $92,400
• Contract amendment for Woodland Avenue Complete Street Project increasing total to $410,900
• First Creek Greenway - Broadway Streetscape Project funding increase to $3,918,600
• Zoning change for 3802 Knox Lane from RN-1 to RN-2

The Knoxville City Council approved a series of resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing up to $55 million in KUB electric system revenue bonds, a 10-year PILOT agreement for a new hotel at 210 East Jackson Avenue, and a budget amendment adding 12 police cadet positions. All votes were unanimous with Council Member Amelia Parker absent.

• Approved $55M KUB Electric System Revenue Bonds, Series MM-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 10-year PILOT for 127-room Springhill Suites at 210 E. Jackson Ave (unanimous)
• Approved FY21/22 budget amendment adding 12 KPD cadets and $832,875 in transfers (unanimous)
• Approved $23,070 in Youth Violence Prevention Week micro-grants to 8 organizations (unanimous)
• Approved $92,400 contract with CDM Smith for Seventeenth Street Bridge inspection (unanimous)
• Approved $38,000 change order for Woodland Avenue Complete Street project (unanimous)
• Approved $3,918,600 TDOT amendment for First Creek Greenway-Broadway Streetscape (unanimous)
• Approved comprehensive fee schedule for Plans Review and Building Inspections (unanimous)

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hear a report regarding the Classification and Compensation Study. The session includes perspectives from employee representatives for General Government, the Knoxville Police Department, and the Knoxville Fire Department.

• Classification and Compensation Study Report presented by Dr. Kelly Drummond and Russell Campbell

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board is meeting to consider beer permit requests for various businesses and events. These requests include applications from festivals, retail stores, and non-profit organizations.

• Permit requests for Dogwood Arts Festival at 123 W Jackson Ave
• Permit request for Dollar General Store #22828 at 7575 Strawberry Plains Pike
• Permit request for The Big Ears Festival at 310 W Jackson Ave #102
• Permit request for Weigel's #103 at 210 Lovell Rd
• Permit requests for The Concourse at 4328 N Broadway Ste 16 and The Humble Hog at 716 20th Street

The Knoxville Beer Board approved 10 beer permit requests, including temporary permits for Dogwood Arts Festival events, Dollar General Store #22828, East Tennessee Kidney Foundation, The Big Ears Festival, and Young-Williams Animal Center. Two applications were withdrawn by the applicants, and one permit request (Weigel's #103) was postponed to the March 22, 2022 meeting. Two existing permits (The Concourse and The Humble Hog) were extended.

• Approved Dogwood Arts Festival permits for Chalk Walk, Festival, and Southern Skies (unanimous)
• Approved Dollar General Store #22828 beer permit (unanimous)
• Approved East Tennessee Kidney Foundation permit for Knox Shamrock Fest (unanimous)
• Approved The Big Ears Festival permits for World's Fair Park and Southern Terminal (unanimous)
• Approved Young-Williams Animal Center permit for Mardi Growl (unanimous, Testerman recused)
• Postponed Weigel's #103 permit to March 22, 2022 (unanimous)
• Extended The Concourse beer permit to April 19, 2022 (unanimous)
• Extended The Humble Hog beer permit to March 22, 2022 (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding land use, street right-of-way closures, and alcohol distribution at Lakeshore Park. The meeting also includes resolutions for multiple service contracts involving road maintenance, utility services, and community grants.

• Ordinance to allow beer or alcoholic beverage distribution at Lakeshore Park
• Ordinance donating $8,550.00 from the Community Empowerment budget to Alliance House Community Coalition
• Ordinances to close portions of Florida Street and E. Jackson Avenue right-of-ways
• Resolution for a $3,439,380.00 contract with Rogers Group, Inc. for 2022 Resurfacing Phase I Project
• Resolution for a $3,511,400.00 grant application to Knoxville Area Transit for urban transit assistance

The Knoxville City Council approved an amendment to the Magnolia Avenue Warehouse District Redevelopment and Urban Renewal Plan to authorize tax increment financing (TIF) and expand the redevelopment area boundaries, with Council Member Amelia Parker voting no. The council also approved a resolution requesting state legislators to recognize gun violence as a public health issue, and authorized contracts for street resurfacing, mowing, and other services.

• Approved the Magnolia Avenue Warehouse District Redevelopment and Urban Renewal Plan amendment authorizing tax increment financing and boundary changes (8-1, Parker dissenting).
• Approved a resolution requesting state legislators to enact legislation recognizing gun violence as a public health issue (unanimous).
• Approved a $3,439,380.00 contract with Rogers Group, Inc. for the 2022 Resurfacing Phase I Project (unanimous).
• Approved a $292,100.00 contract with Taylors Lawn Service for mowing and maintenance of I-40, James White Parkway, and Zone C (unanimous).
• Approved a $110,400.00 contract with Patriot Lawn Maintenance, LLC for mowing and maintenance of I-275, Asheville Highway, and Suttree Landing Park (unanimous).
• Approved a $77,520.00 contract with Carmichaels Lawn Care for mowing and grounds maintenance of Zone D (unanimous).
• Approved a $251,482.10 contract with Avalawn, Inc. for mowing and grounds maintenance of Zones A and B (unanimous).
• Postponed a resolution and seven ordinances related to a new fee schedule and building code amendments to the March 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous).

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop featuring presentations from three organizations regarding animal welfare. The session is for information and discussion.

• Presentation by Knoxville Animal Welfare Alliance
• Presentation by Humane Society of the United States
• Presentation by Animal Control Board

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts, including stadium improvements at 400 E. Jackson Avenue. The body is also considering multiple rezoning requests and ordinances to close portions of city rights-of-way.

• Agreement for public infrastructure improvements at the stadium site near 400 E. Jackson Avenue
• Funding up to $90,000 for the Greater Knoxville Chamber of Commerce Latino business program
• Contract amendment for 2021 Resurfacing Phase II Project increasing total to $3,167,541.31
• Contract amendment for 2020 On-Call Sidewalk Replacement Project increasing total to $800,705.00
• Rezoning requests for 0 Zoe Way, 2126 Forest Avenue, and 4824 Harvest Mill Way

The Knoxville City Council approved a resolution authorizing a Stadium Area Public Infrastructure Agreement with The Sports Authority of Knox County for improvements around the planned multi-use stadium at 400 E. Jackson Avenue, with a $14 million expenditure limit. The vote was 7-1, with Council Member Amelia Parker voting no. The council also approved several other items, including funding for a Latino small business program, multiple pension grants, and several zoning and street closure ordinances on first reading.

• Approved Stadium Area Public Infrastructure Agreement with $14M limit (7-1)
• Approved $90,000 agreement with Chamber of Commerce for Latino small business program (unanimous)
• Approved $7,000 appropriation to YWCA Project Reach (unanimous)
• Approved 16 pension resolutions for city employees (unanimous)
• Approved $12,356.59 amendment to 2021 Resurfacing Phase II contract (unanimous)
• Approved $100,705 amendment to sidewalk replacement contract (unanimous)
• Approved $38,500 design contract for Fire Station #15 renovations (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance allowing beer/alcohol distribution at Lakeshore Park (unanimous)

City Council Retreat

The City Council is meeting for a retreat focused on group work, learning styles, and collective community goals. The session includes remarks and a Q&A with Mayor Kincannon.

• Discussion on 'The Secret to Groups that Work'
• Review of Learning-Thinking-Working Styles
• Q&A session with Mayor Kincannon
• Discussion on collective goals and thoughts on community

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will consider new beer permit requests for several businesses across five districts. The board is also scheduled to hold administrative hearings for five existing establishments.

• Permit request for Dollar General Store #22828 at 7575 Strawberry Plains Pike
• Permit request for Yee-Haw Brewing at 745 / 751 N Broadway
• Permit request for Kulture at 3434 Martin L King Jr Ave
• Administrative hearing for El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant at 118 N Forest Park Blvd
• Administrative hearing for Neyland Stadium - Aramark Bowl at 1300 Phillip Fulmer Way

The Knoxville Beer Board approved a temporary beer permit for the Tennessee Craft Brewers Guild for the Farm To Tap event at Suttree Landing Park on February 26. The board also approved a beer permit for Yesterday's Kitchen & Bar pending final documentation, and extended permits for Hop-In, The Concourse, and Yee-Haw Brewing. Several other permit requests were postponed to the February 22 meeting, and no further action was taken on five administrative hearings.

• Approved temporary beer permit for Tennessee Craft Brewers Guild (unanimous)
• Approved beer permit for Yesterday's Kitchen & Bar pending final documentation (unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for Hop-In for 90 days (unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for The Concourse to February 22 meeting (unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for Yee-Haw Brewing for 120 days (unanimous)
• Postponed Dollar General Store #22828, Kulture, and Weigel's #103 permit requests to February 22 (unanimous)
• Took no further action on five administrative hearings (El Mezcal, Smoky Mountain Brewery, Uptown Bar & Grill, The Half Barrel, Neyland Stadium Aramark Bowl)
• Approved minutes of December 14, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is voting on zoning amendments for airports and drug treatment clinics, as well as several property rezonings. The body is also reviewing contract amendments for the new Public Safety Complex and various infrastructure projects.

• Contract increase of $1,015,923.00 for architectural design of the new Public Safety Complex
• Zoning amendments to add airports as a Special Use in Institutional Districts and drug treatment clinics as permitted in several commercial and office districts
• Rezonings of 923 Valley Drive and 1001 Cox Street from RN-1 to RN-2
• Agreement with Whaley Construction, LLC for the 2022 Curb Cuts Project not to exceed $308,320.00
• Acquisition of property at 108 Knox Road for an amount not to exceed $135,000.00

The Knoxville City Council unanimously approved all items on its January 25, 2022 agenda, including several contract amendments for the new Public Safety Complex totaling over $1.5 million. The council also approved zoning changes to allow drug treatment clinics in more commercial districts and to permit airports in the Institutional district. All votes were unanimous with Councilmember Seema Singh absent.

• Approved $1,015,923 amendment to McCarty Holsaple McCarty architectural contract for Public Safety Complex (unanimous)
• Approved $480,881 amendment to Volkert owner's representative contract for Public Safety Complex (unanimous)
• Approved $33,659 amendment to Quantum Environmental contract for Public Safety Complex (unanimous)
• Approved zoning change adding drug treatment clinics as permitted use in C-G, C-H, C-R, O, and OP districts (unanimous)
• Approved zoning change adding airport as special use in Institutional (INST) district (unanimous)
• Approved $308,320 contract with Whaley Construction for 2022 Curb Cuts Project (unanimous)
• Approved $35,800 contract with Brooke Lynn Bagley for KPD mental health services (unanimous)
• Approved $135,000 acquisition of 108 Knox Road for Fountain City Skate Park (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is meeting to decide on several zoning changes, street closures, and contract approvals. The agenda includes a request to apply for a $40 million HUD grant for the Western Heights neighborhood and various police and fire department expenditures.

• Application for a HUD Choice Neighborhoods Initiative grant up to $40,000,000 for Western Heights
• Contract amendment for Knoxville Fire Department alerting system for an additional $519,041.79
• Agreement with Miller3 Consulting, Inc. for a Disparity Study not to exceed $348,750.00
• Rezoning of 6238 Anderson Drive from Heavy Industrial to General Commercial
• Proposed zoning amendments to add drug treatment clinics as a permitted use in several districts

The Knoxville City Council approved a rezoning and planned development designation for the multi-use stadium project in the Old City, along with several related street closures. The council also approved funding for various initiatives, including a $125,000 contract for mental health services, a $40 million grant application for the Western Heights neighborhood, and a $43,000 contract for a police chief search. All votes were unanimous except for the stadium-related items and a drug enforcement grant, which passed 7-1 with Council Member Amelia Parker voting no.

• Approved planned development designation for multi-use stadium Phase 1 properties (7-1)
• Approved street closures for Campbell Ave, Patton St, Willow Ave, and right-of-way adjacent to First Creek for stadium project (7-1 each)
• Approved $125,000 ARPA contract with Childhelp, Inc. for mental health therapy (unanimous)
• Authorized application for up to $40,000,000 Choice Neighborhoods Initiative grant for Western Heights (unanimous)
• Approved $43,000 contract with Police Executive Research Forum for police chief search (unanimous)
• Approved $143,000 Appalachia HIDTA grant for officer overtime (7-1)
• Approved $348,750 contract with Miller3 Consulting for disparity study (unanimous)
• Approved $519,041.79 amendment for Fire Station Alerting system equipment (unanimous)

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The Audit Committee will meet to discuss the annual comprehensive financial report and external audit exit conference with Crosslin & Associates, PLLC. The body will also discuss research topics for the Internal Auditor for 2022.

• External audit exit conference and annual comprehensive financial report for year ending June 30, 2021
• 2022 Research topics for Internal Auditor
• Approval of August 6, 2021 meeting minutes

The Audit Committee unanimously approved the minutes from its August 6, 2021 meeting. The committee discussed the external audit exit conference and the annual comprehensive financial report for the year ending June 30, 2021, noting the report was not yet completed. No votes were taken on the audit or on 2022 research topics for the internal auditor.

• Approved minutes of August 6, 2021 meeting (unanimous)