Knoxville public meetings in 2023

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review applications for a professional member and discuss risk assessments for Parks and Recreation and Fleet Services. They will also address the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).

• Review of professional member applications from Charles Al-Bawi, Kayla Rask, and William Hazlerig
• Risk assessment work plan for Parks and Recreation Dept. and Fleet Services Dept.
• External Audit Exit Conference for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Acceptance of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)

City Council Special Meeting

The Knoxville City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct several elections and confirmations. The agenda includes electing a Vice-Mayor, a Beer Board Chair, and a representative to the Knoxville Transportation Authority.

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

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several zoning changes and budget amendments for fiscal year 23/24. The agenda includes authorization for a new fire station property purchase and various service contracts. The council will also review appointments to local advisory boards.

• Contract amendment for nine electric buses totaling $10,777,038.72
• Property purchase in Burlington for a new fire station up to $700,000.00
• Zoning changes for properties on Delapp Drive and Sylvia Drive
• Agreement with KURB for Fire Station #6 repairs up to $44,450.00
• Transfer of Animal Control Unit functions to Young-Williams Animal Center

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Knoxville Beer Board will meet to consider several beer permit applications for businesses across various districts. The agenda includes requests for locations such as Chismoso Cocktails and Comida and Yee-Haw Brewing.

• Beer permit request for Bistro by the Tracks at 5448 Homberg Dr
• Beer permit request for Chismoso Cocktails and Comida at 131 S Gay St Ste 101
• Beer permit request for Fire + Smoke at 9405 S Northshore Dr Ste 103
• Beer permit request for Knoxville Opera Company at 612 E Depot Ave
• Beer permit request for Yee-Haw Brewing at 130 and 134 Bearden Pl

Audit Committee - Special Meeting

The Knoxville Audit Committee will meet to review applications from individuals seeking professional membership. The committee will also consider nominations for these positions.

• Review of professional member applications: Charles Al-Bawi, Kayla Rask, Nicole Elliott, Ronnie Brabson, and William Hazlerig
• Nominations for professional members for the Audit Committee

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Knoxville Beer Board is meeting to consider several beer permit requests for businesses across various districts. The agenda includes applications for Alchemy Lounge and Cigar, Sevier Ave Burger Company, and Hyatt Place Knoxville. Additional reviews include permits for Diti Market and Koko Japanese Grill.

• Beer permit request: Alchemy Lounge and Cigar at 119 S Central St
• Beer permit request: Sevier Ave Burger Company at 1120 Sevier Ave
• Beer permit request: Hyatt Place Knoxville at 530 S Gay St
• Beer permit request: Diti Market at 3700 Whittle Springs Rd
• Beer permit request: Koko Japanese Grill at 8883 Town and Country Cir

City Council Regular Meeting

The Knoxville City Council is scheduled to review multiple zoning amendments that would change land-use designations for residential and commercial properties across several districts. Members will also vote on funding agreements, including a $427,070 contract for Knoxville Area Transit bus stop upgrades and a four-year, $3,004,829 agreement to transfer animal control operations to the Young-Williams Animal Center of East Tennessee. The agenda includes policy resolutions addressing federal broadband legislation and international affairs, alongside routine administrative approvals for property transfers and insurance renewals.

• Zoning reclassification for properties at 121 Union Avenue and 0 State Street from DK-G to DK-B
• $427,070 engineering design contract with CDM Smith Inc. for Knoxville Area Transit bus stop improvements
• Four-year, $3,004,829 services agreement with Young-Williams Animal Center of East Tennessee for animal care and welfare
• Appeal hearing to rezone a portion of 2812 Merchant Drive from Office Park to General Commercial District
• $130,000 grant agreement with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation for Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force training

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions, including a $1.47 million annual contract for municipal waste disposal. The agenda also includes multiple first-reading ordinances for rezoning residential and commercial properties across various districts.

• Annual agreement with Waste Connections of Tennessee, Inc. for an estimated $1,472,600.00
• Empower Knox grants totaling up to $72,000.00 for 10 community organizations
• Extension of golf management services at Whittle Springs and Knoxville Municipal Golf Courses up to $182,872.56
• Subrecipient agreement with Oak Ridge Police Department for up to $25,000.00 in forensic training and equipment
• Zoning change for 121 Union Avenue and 0 State Street from DK-G to DK-B

City Council Workshop

The Knoxville City Council will hold a workshop regarding the history and status of Home Rule municipalities in Tennessee. The session includes presentations on Nashville's related lawsuits and the impact of state actions on local relations.

• Presentation on Home Rule History by Bob Cooper
• Update on Nashville's lawsuits involving Home Rule by Wally Dietz
• Discussion on the impact of State actions on Nashville and Davidson County by Brenda Wynn

City Council Regular Meeting

The Knoxville City Council will vote on several resolutions, including funding for two affordable rental housing developments and a grant application for youth homelessness. The council will also consider ordinances regarding zoning changes and a six-month moratorium on personal delivery devices.

• $1,750,000 award for 59 affordable rental units at 3782 Decoration Way
• $750,000 award for 25 affordable rental units at 2120 River Willow Way
• Six-month emergency moratorium on Personal Delivery Devices in public rights-of-way
• Zoning change for 3616 Skyline Drive from RN-1 to RN-2
• $54,700 HUD grant application for Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program planning

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The Audit Committee will meet to approve minutes from the August 16, 2023 meeting and review reports from the Chair and Internal Auditor. The committee will also consider applications from Charles Al-Bawi and Nicole Elliott for professional membership.

• Review of professional member applications for Charles Al-Bawi
• Review of professional member applications for Nicole Elliott
• Discussion of the Audit Committee work plan

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Knoxville Beer Board will meet to consider various applications for new beer permits across several districts. The agenda includes initial requests and an addendum of additional permit applications for businesses including convenience stores, restaurants, and breweries.

• Beer permit request for Appalachian Mountain Bike Club at 123 S Gay St
• Beer permit request for Aretha Frankentstein's at 3318 Chapman Hwy
• Multiple beer permit requests for Mapco Express locations
• Beer permit request for Urban Air Adventure Park at 9626 Kingston Pike
• Addendum permit requests including Fanbase 2 and Yee-Haw Brewing

City Council Regular Meeting

The Knoxville City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding city services, including medical and dental benefits for employees and various utility projects. The agenda also includes zoning changes and property acquisitions for drainage and street improvements.

• Agreement with BlueCross BlueShield for employee medical services at an estimated $774,816.00 annually
• Agreement with Southern Constructors, Inc. for Augusta Quarry Amenities Project - Phase II up to $3,577,967.00
• Agreement with Waste Connections of Tennessee, Inc. for waste hauling at an estimated $1,472,600.00 annually
• Zoning change for 3616 Skyline Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 district
• Property acquisition for Woodland Avenue Complete Streets Project up to $650,000.00

Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review year-to-date rounds and revenue summaries alongside industry trends. The meeting includes updates on course facilities, superintendent reports, and an update on the City's Golf Study and RFP.

• YTD Rounds & Revenue Summary
• Golf Study & RFP Update (City)
• Course / Facility Improvements
• Capital Recommendations

Beer Board Special Meeting

The Beer Board will discuss and vote on a beer permit request from the East Tennessee Equality Council.

• East Tennessee Equality Council's beer permit application

City Council Workshop

The Knoxville City Council will hold a workshop to review the presentation of the proposed Missing Middle Housing Plan. The session includes introductory remarks from Mayor Indya Kincannon and a presentation by City and Knox County Planning Commission staff.

• Review of Proposed Missing Middle Housing Plan

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Knoxville Beer Board will meet to consider various applications for beer permits across several districts. The agenda includes new requests and addendums for businesses ranging from restaurants to hotels.

• Beer permit request for Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville North at 5411 Pratt Rd
• Beer permit request for Oscar's Food Market at 1417 Magnolia Ave
• Beer permit request for The Chop House locations at 9700 Kingston Pike and 4870 Harvest Mill Way
• Beer permit request for Thompson-Boling Arena-Aramark Suites at 1600 Phillip Fulmer Way #20
• Addendum requests including Aces Motorcycle Club at 2309 Martin Luther King Jr Ave and Diti Market at 3700 Whittle Springs Rd

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hear presentations from the Knoxville Area Urban League, Knoxville Chamber, and Knoxville Entrepreneur Center on workforce development and community initiatives.

Beer Board Special Meeting

The Knoxville Beer Board met on September 5, 2023, to review a single beer permit application. The application was submitted by Monster Inc for the location known as Roger's Place.

• Beer permit request for Roger's Place (8817 Kingston Pike Ste 109)

The Beer Board approved a beer permit for Roger's Place, operated by Monster Inc., pending final documentation. The decision was made during a special meeting on September 5, 2023.

• Approved beer permit for Roger's Place at 8817 Kingston Pike Ste 109 pending final documentation (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several zoning appeals regarding middle housing implementation and various contract authorizations. The agenda also includes a $20 million state grant acceptance for the South Waterfront bridge project.

• Zoning appeals regarding middle housing definitions, setbacks, and parking requirements
• Acceptance of $20,000,000.00 from the State of Tennessee for the South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge
• $397,184.00 contract for Holston River Park Streambank Stabilization Project engineering services
• $87,225.00 agreement with Walker Consultants for a downtown Knoxville parking plan analysis
• $6,000.00 donation to Creative Community Cultural Arts for youth entrepreneurship training

City Council approved a contract for a strategic downtown parking plan and a $6,000 donation for youth entrepreneurship training. The body also confirmed several board appointments and referred three zoning appeals regarding middle housing back to the Planning Commission.

• Approved $87,225 contract with Walker Consultants for downtown parking plan (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 donation to Creative Community Cultural Arts for youth workshops (Unanimous)
• Referred three zoning appeals by R. Bentley Marlow back to Planning Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of five members to Wrecker Services Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Brian Gard and John Wright to Public Building Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved easement agreement with Historic Tennessee Theatre Foundation (Unanimous)
• Approved adjustment to Audit Committee composition (Unanimous)
• Approved four individual pension grants (Unanimous)

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop regarding city employee discrimination and harassment policies. The session includes a presentation on third-party analysis, recommendations, and an implementation plan.

• Presentation on city employee discrimination and harassment policies
• Review of third-party analysis and recommendations by Devin Lyon
• Discussion of implementation plans from the Director of Human Resources

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will meet to consider several applications for new beer permits across various districts. The agenda includes primary requests and an addendum containing additional permit applications.

• Beer permit request for THE ARC KNOX COUNTY at 3000 N CENTRAL ST
• Beer permit request for COURTYARD KNOXVILLE PAPERMILL at 250 BROOKVIEW CENTER WAY
• Beer permit request for EAST TENNESSEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC at 601 S GAY ST
• Beer permit request for FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL at 1207 N BROADWAY
• Beer permit request for HAMPTON INN & SUITES KNOXVILLE NORTH at 5411 PRATT RD

The Beer Board approved beer permits for the East Tennessee Historical Society, First Lutheran Church and School, Lim Dynasty Asia Cafe, and St. George Greek Orthodox Church. Three permits were approved pending final documentation, and three requests were postponed. Additionally, three existing beer permits were extended.

• Approved beer permits for East Tennessee Historical Society, First Lutheran Church and School, Lim Dynasty Asia Cafe, and St. George Greek Orthodox Church (Unanimous)
• Approved pending final documentation permits for Courtyard Knoxville Papermill, La Eskina Latina, and Spliffy (Unanimous)
• Postponed permit requests for The Arc Knox County, Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville North, and Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permits for Fast Hand Tavern, Tienda y Carniceria La Bonita #2, and E Hotels and Management LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved July 25, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances for rezoning properties in Council Districts 1, 2, 5, and 6. The meeting also includes decisions on budget appropriations for community programs and resolutions authorizing various municipal service contracts.

• Appropriation of $2,850.00 to Ashes 2 Glory for school supplies
• Zoning amendments for properties at 4813 Lonas Drive and 4629 Papermill Drive
• Agreement with Turn Up Knox for violence interruption programs up to $450,000.00
• Contract with Henley Roofing Company for community center upgrades up to $713,300.00
• Acceptance of a $100,000.00 donation from Bird Global, Inc. for mobility infrastructure

The City Council unanimously approved several zoning and sector plan amendments for properties on Lonas Drive, Papermill Drive, and Vermont Avenue. The council also authorized three community donations totaling $6,700 and confirmed several board appointments.

• Approved $2,850 donation to Ashes 2 Glory for school supplies (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 donation to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,850 donation to Ijams Nature Center (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning and plan amendments for 4813 Lonas Drive to Medium Density Residential (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning and plan amendments for 4629 Papermill Drive to General Commercial (Unanimous)
• Approved sector plan amendment for 1800 and 1900 Vermont Avenue to Medium Density Residential/Office (Unanimous)
• Confirmed reappointments to Affordable Housing Fund Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Confirmed reappointment of Hallie Hearnes to Historic Zoning Commission (Unanimous)

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The Audit Committee will meet to review the minutes from June 20, 2023, and discuss policies related to Public Chapter No. 300. The committee will also discuss the selection process for professional citizens committee members.

• Discussion and adoption of policy related to Public Chapter No. 300
• Discussion of a selection process for professional citizens committee members
• Internal Auditor's Report

The Audit Committee approved a new policy regarding public comments related to Public Chapter No. 300. The committee also discussed the internal auditor's report and the process for filling future professional citizen seats.

• Approved minutes of the June 20, 2023 Regular Meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved policy related to Public Chapter No. 300 (Voice-vote carried)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing multiple rezoning requests for properties in the Central City and Northwest sectors. The meeting also includes resolutions for various stormwater improvement projects and software system renewals.

• Rezoning of 522 and 524 Victory Street from Residential/Office to Mixed Use-Special District
• Bluegrass Lake Stormwater Mitigation Plan project agreement up to $987,500.00
• North Cherry Street Stormwater Improvements Project engineering services up to $227,400.00
• Grant application for $1,250,000.00 to renovate Knoxville Area Transit bus stops
• Software renewal agreement with Avero, LLC exceeding $150,000.00

City Council approved several engineering contracts for stormwater improvements and greenway connections. The council also approved zoning changes for properties on Victory Street and a grant application for bus stop renovations.

• Approved appointment of Ashley Ramos to Knoxville Animal Control Board (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning and plan amendments for 522 and 524 Victory Street (Unanimous)
• Approved $227,400 for North Cherry Street Stormwater Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $133,400 for Baum Drive Stormwater Improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $106,781.75 for Mary Vestal Park Streambank Stabilization (Unanimous)
• Approved $987,500 for Bluegrass Lake Stormwater Mitigation Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved $173,880 for Riverwalk to Cityview Greenway Connection (Unanimous)
• Approved grant application for $1.25M to renovate bus stops with $250,000 city match (Unanimous)

City Council Workshop

The joint workshop includes a review of the 2022 Knoxville/Knox County Sequential Intercept Mapping Report. Officials will discuss the local mental health continuum, department funded services, and Knox County Emergency Communications District E-911.

• Review of 2022 Sequential Intercept Mapping Report
• Discussion of Knoxville/Knox County Crisis Response Continuum
• Review of Knox County Emergency Communications District E-911
• Discussion of local mental health continuum and funded services

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing multiple ordinances to amend the city's parking and zoning codes. The agenda also includes resolutions for various infrastructure projects, insurance renewals, and law enforcement grants.

• Amendments to the Knoxville City Code regarding off-street parking requirements
• Renewal of Liberty Mutual insurance policy for an approximate annual premium of $536,12GS.00
• Contract amendment for Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Improvement Project increasing total to $506,475.00
• Agreement with APAC Atlantic, Inc. for Third Creek Greenway Resurfacing - Phase I up to $331,923.75
• Grant application for Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security up to $750,000.00 for School Resource Officers

City Council unanimously approved amendments to the zoning code regarding off-street parking and landscaping. The council also approved several property rezoning requests and the closure of portions of Eakers Road and Riverside Drive. Additionally, a resolution was passed to extend the Downtown Cinema operating contract.

• Approved amendments to Zoning Code Article 11 regarding off-street parking (Unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Zoning Code Articles 12.5 and 12.6 regarding parking lot landscaping (Unanimous)
• Approved closure of portion of Eakers Road (Unanimous)
• Approved closure of portion of Riverside Drive and all of Kreis Road (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1909 and 1915 Hoitt Avenue to RN-4 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 3705 Valley View Drive to RN-3 (C) (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1902 Forest Avenue to RN-6 (Unanimous)
• Approved $66,713 annual cost for first year of Downtown Cinema contract extension (Unanimous)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will meet to consider several new beer permit applications for businesses across various districts. The agenda also includes the adoption of a policy related to Public Chapter No. 300.

• Beer permit request: Dash N Go (2128 E Magnolia Ave)
• Beer permit request: Marble City Market (333 W Depot Ave Ste 110)
• Beer permit request: Frank & George's (6th District)
• Beer permit request: Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville North (5411 Pratt Rd)
• Beer permit request: Hyatt Place Knoxville (530 S Gay St)

The Beer Board approved a new policy regarding public comments in accordance with state law. Several beer permit requests were approved or extended, while one request was postponed and another was withdrawn.

• Approved policy related to Public Chapter No. 300 (Unanimous)
• Approved beer permit for Dash N Go pending final documentation (Unanimous)
• Approved beer permit for Marble City Market (Unanimous)
• Approved on/off premise and subordinate retailer permits for Frank & George's (Unanimous)
• Postponed Hampton Inn & Suites Knoxville North permit request to 8/22/2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved beer permit for Hyatt Place Knoxville pending final documentation (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permits for Crafty Bastard Baker Creek, Diti Market, and Orange Hat Brewing East (Unanimous)
• Recorded withdrawal of permit request for O'Rourke's

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on several ordinances regarding land development updates and rezoning requests for various properties. The council is also reviewing multiple grant applications for transit improvements and infrastructure projects.

• Grant application for N. Broadway sidewalk construction totaling $1,250,000
• Grant application for electric buses and charging infrastructure totaling $1,875,000
• Agreement with Wildlands Engineering, Inc. for Rock City Park Stream Stabilization ($148,790)
• Agreement with National Institute of Criminal Justice Reform for violence reduction ($307,050)
• Property acquisition at 205 Spruce Street estimated at $77,800

Council approved several grants for electric buses, sidewalk construction, and transit infrastructure. They also passed updates to the city code regarding land development and zoning for nonconforming lots. Several zoning amendments for properties on Victory Street were postponed.

• Approved $3,000 donation to Canvas Can Do Miracles (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with National Institute of Criminal Justice Reform up to $307,050 (7-0)
• Approved $148,790 for Rock City Park Stream Stabilization Project (Unanimous)
• Approved application for $1.25M N. Broadway sidewalk grant (Unanimous)
• Approved acquisition of property at 205 Spruce Street for $77,800 (Unanimous)
• Approved application for $1.875M electric bus and charging grant (Unanimous)
• Approved application for $1.306M and $2.913M transit grants (Unanimous)
• Postponed zoning and plan amendments for 522 and 524 Victory Street (Unanimous)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Knoxville Beer Board will meet to consider various applications for new beer permits across several districts. The agenda also includes an addendum of additional permit requests for businesses including hotels, restaurants, and clubs.

• Beer permit request for Big Kahuna Wings Foundation at 12824 Kingston Pike
• Beer permit request for Yee-Haw Brewing LLC at 130 and 134 Bearden Pl
• Beer permit request for Hilton Knoxville (AHTRST Concessions LLC) at 501 W Church Ave
• Beer permit request for Hyatt Place (Ephant Group - Legacy LLC) at 530 S Gay St
• Beer permit request for DiCarlo's Pizza at 524 S Gay Street Unit 101

The Beer Board approved several new beer permit requests, some pending final documentation. The board also granted several permit extensions for existing applicants. Minutes from May 16 and June 13, 2023, were approved.

• Approved beer permits for Big Kahuna Wings Foundation, Bridgewater Management, Hola Hora Latina, and Uunik Academy (Unanimous)
• Approved beer permits pending final documentation for Green Grocery Store, Hilton Knoxville, Lilou, Nauti K's Riverside Bar & Grill, PBandG, Stir, Thistle & Brier, and Yee-Haw Brewing (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for Aces Motorcycle Club until 9/19/2023 (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for DiCarlo's Pizza until 8/22/2023 (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for Fanbase 2 until 10/17/2023 (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for Hyatt Place until 10/17/2023 (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for Lunaverse Knoxville until 10/17/2023 (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for O'Rourke's until 7/25/2023 (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The meeting will focus on confirming appointments, approving ordinances, and considering zoning changes for various properties.

• Confirming reappointment of Laura Cole to the Design Review Board
• Amending Knoxville City Code to set fines for sales to underaged persons
• Rezoning property at 0 Central Avenue Pike from AG District to RN-6 District
• Lease agreement with Boghani Properties for $498,294.14 annually
• Grant application for Safe Streets and Roads for All program in the amount of $10,000,000

Council approved several zoning reclassifications and granted Neighborhood Codes Enforcement officers authority to tow vehicles on public property. The body also approved three employee pensions and a liquor store license. Two zoning ordinances were postponed to July 25, 2023.

• Approved authority for Neighborhood Codes Enforcement to tow vehicles on public property (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning change from AG to RN-6 at 0 Central Avenue Pike (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning change from C-G-2 to O at 0 Sherrill Boulevard and 517 Frank Gardner Lane (Unanimous)
• Approved closure of Opal Avenue between Gore Road and its eastern terminus (Unanimous)
• Denied zoning variance appeal for 2230 Laurel Avenue (8-1)
• Approved appeal overturning special use application for Taco Bell at 5613 Kingston Pike (8-1)
• Approved liquor store license for RSP, Inc. d/b/a Beer & Bottle Shop (Unanimous)
• Postponed zoning ordinances 9-c and 9-d to July 25, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council Workshop

The City Council will discuss the history, context, and timeline of form-based codes compared to conventional zoning during a workshop.

• Discussion on form-based codes vs. conventional zoning

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The Audit Committee will review an external audit progress report and discuss a proposal to change how the committee is composed. The committee will also consider authorization to begin a request for proposals regarding an Information Technology risk assessment.

• External Audit Progress Report
• Request to initiate RFP/RFQ for IT risk assessment
• Proposal for changing Audit Committee composition

The Audit Committee approved the initiation of an RFP/RFQ for an information technology risk assessment. Members also adopted specific language to amend the code regarding the composition of the committee and set a new regular meeting schedule for 2024.

• Approved minutes of May 18, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)
• Set regular meeting date for third Wednesday in alternating months starting February 2024
• Authorized RFP/RFQ for an information technology risk assessment (Voice-vote)
• Approved option #2 for the first, second, and third blanks regarding committee composition
• Adopted specific language for the fourth blank regarding professional association recommendations for nominees
• Decided to maintain two-year terms for committee members
• Decided not to stagger committee member terms

Beer Board Special Meeting

The Knoxville Beer Board met for a special meeting to consider a beer permit application. The applicant is Bridgewater Management Corp, located at 205 Bridgewater Rd.

• Beer permit request: Bridgewater Management Corp (205 Bridgewater Rd)

The Beer Board approved a beer permit request for Bridgewater Place located at 205 Bridgewater Rd. The decision was made via a unanimous vote.

• Approved beer permit for Bridgewater Place (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing the 2024-2029 Capital Improvements Program and several large federal transit grants. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning changes, annexations, and various community service contracts.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Years 2024-2029 Knoxville Capital Improvements Program
• Grant applications for Knoxville Area Transit totaling over $15 million in federal and state funds
• Agreement with KCDC for redevelopment services not to exceed $300,000.00
• Contract amendment for Fort Dickerson Park Site Utilities Project increasing total to $681,347.00
• Annexation of 5.29 acres at 2920 Dresser Road and 0.64 acres at 7624 Sabre Drive

City Council approved the Fiscal Years 2024-2029 Capital Improvements Program and budget. The council also authorized several grants for housing, homeless services, and mental health, and approved two land annexations on first reading.

• Approved Fiscal Years 2024-2029 Capital Improvements Program and FY 2024 Budget (8-1)
• Approved $28,450 emergency appropriation for community agencies (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Linda Gay Blanc to City Pension Board (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of duties from Director of Plans Review and Building Inspections to Director of Public Service (Unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 for Knoxville's Community Development Corporation for redevelopment support (Unanimous)
• Approved $199,787.50 contract increase for Fort Dickerson Park Site Utilities Project (Unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 for 10 affordable rental housing units on Ben Hur Ave, Chestnut St, and Selma Ave (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of annexations for 2920 Dresser Road and 7624 Sabre Drive (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing ordinances for the upcoming fiscal year, including annual appropriations and property tax levies. The agenda also includes several zoning amendments and appointments to the Planning Commission.

• Ordinance for 2023-2024 annual appropriations for city departments
• Ordinance to levy taxes on real, personal, and mixed properties
• Zoning changes for 1301 East Weisgarber Road from Office to Industrial Mixed-Use
• Agreement with Davis H. Elliot Construction Company, Inc. for traffic signal services up to $45,000
• CDBG funding of up to $50,000 to SEEED, Inc. for Green Construction Program

The City Council approved the annual appropriations for city departments and the property tax levy for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 2023. The council also approved several zoning changes and planning commission appointments.

• Approved annual appropriations for city departments and agencies (7-1)
• Approved property tax levy for General Fund and Debt Service Fund (Unanimous)
• Approved classification and compensation plan adjustments (7-1)
• Approved closing of unnamed alley between Saint Mary Street and Huron Street (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning change to Industrial Mixed-Use at 1301 East Weisgarber Road (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning change to Highway Commercial for properties on Pelham Road and Nash Road (Unanimous)
• Approved sector plan amendment to Medium Density Residential/Office at 2400 Merchant Drive (Unanimous)
• Confirmed appointments of Amy Midis, Tim Hill, and Miles Biggs to Planning Commission (Unanimous)

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review the Internal Auditor's report regarding location codes, the Wrecker Commission, and external audit contracts. Members will also continue discussions on job descriptions for the Internal Auditor and risk assessment implementation.

• Internal Auditor's Report: Location Code for Internal Audit
• Internal Auditor's Report: Wrecker Commission
• Internal Auditor's Report: RFP/Contract for External Audit
• Discussion of Internal Auditor job duties and description
• Discussion of risk assessment and implementation plan

The Audit Committee approved a motion to develop a proposal for changing the committee's composition to include experienced finance, audit, or legal professionals. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 3, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 3, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to have a proposal on committee composition at the next meeting (Unanimous)
• Resolved to meet next on June 20 at 3:00pm

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will review several beer permit applications from various districts. The board is also considering resolutions regarding hearing officer compensation and a $50.00 publication fee for all permit and special event applications.

• Beer permit request: THE BIG EARS FESTIVAL (900 S GAY ST STE 1001)
• Beer permit request: BIG KAHUNA WINGS FOUNDATION (12824 KINGSTON PIKE)
• Beer permit request: COURTYARD KNOXVILLE PAPERMILL (250 BROOKVIEW CENTER WAY)
• Beer permit request: CRAVE865 LLC (2008 CUMBERLAND AVE)
• Beer permit request: EZ FOOD MART (2310 E MAGNOLIA AVE)

The Beer Board approved new beer permits for The Big Ears Festival and Tailgating for a Cause, while several others were approved pending final documentation. The board also passed resolutions to establish hearing officer compensation and set application publication fees. Four existing permits were extended.

• Approved beer permits for The Big Ears Festival and Tailgating for a Cause (Unanimous)
• Approved permits pending final documentation for Crave865 LLC, EZ Food Mart, Just 1 More Bar and Grille, Spring Hill Market, and Tienda y Carniceria La Bonita #2 (Unanimous)
• Postponed permit requests for Big Kahuna Wings Foundation, Courtyard Knoxville Papermill, Green Grocery Store, and PBANDG (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permits for Diti Market, E Hotels and Management LLC, Fast Hand Tavern, and The Local Smokey (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution BBR-2-2023 establishing hearing officer compensation (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution BBR-3-2023 setting permit and special event application publication fees at $50.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 18, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions including grant applications for violence prevention, youth programs, and transit. The agenda also includes multiple zoning amendments and land annexation proposals across various city districts.

• Grant of up to $2,000,000.00 for community-based violence intervention
• Grants not to exceed $198,621.50 for Summer Opportunity Youth Programs
• Grant application for $1,125,000.00 for Knoxville Area Transit bus stop rehabilitation
• Grant of up to $500,000.00 for Police Department Forensic Unit equipment and salaries
• Annexation of 7624 Sabre Drive (approx. 0.64 acres)

The City Council approved several resolutions for community safety grants, youth programming, and historic preservation. The council also approved the annexation of two parcels of land and a grant application for bus stop renovations. Three ordinances regarding property at 835 Tipton Avenue were withdrawn.

• Approved grant application up to $2,000,000 for violence intervention (Unanimous)
• Approved up to $198,621.50 for Summer Opportunity Youth Program grants (Unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 0.64 acres at 7624 Sabre Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 5.29 acres at 2920 Dresser Road (Unanimous)
• Approved up to $50,000 in Historic Preservation Grant awards (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,125,000 TDOT grant application for bus stop renovations (Unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved request for state legislators to strengthen firearm protection laws (6-0)

City Council Legislative Budget Hearings

The City Council is conducting budget hearings to review Mayor Indya Kincannon's budget introduction. The session includes presentations and council questions regarding various city departments, including public safety, transit, and economic development.

• Mayor's Budget Introduction
• Public Safety department reviews (Police, Fire, Emergency Management)
• Transit and Sustainability department reviews
• Economic and Community Development department reviews
• Operations and Public Service department reviews

Public Property Naming Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will consider requests to name the Topside Road bridge over Alcoa Highway and a corner of Lakeside Street. Members will also discuss and review the committee's operating procedures and criteria for future applications.

• Request to name the Topside Road bridge over Alcoa Highway as 'Coach John Majors Bridge'
• Request to add honorary street name 'Big John Tate Corner' to Lakeside Street at Magnolia Avenue
• Discussion of committee operating procedures and evaluation criteria

The Public Property Naming Committee unanimously recommended the naming of a new bridge and an honorary street corner. The committee also discussed updating application criteria for future naming requests.

• Approved recommendation for 'Coach John Majors Bridge' on Topside Road over Alcoa Highway (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for honorary street name 'Big John Tate Corner' at Lakeside Street and Magnolia Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 22, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several resolutions, including a contract for road resurfacing and multiple federal and international law enforcement grants. The meeting also includes first readings of ordinances for the 2023-2024 annual budget and property tax levies.

• Contract with Rogers Group, Inc. not to exceed $5,495,384.50 for 2023 Resurfacing Phase II Project
• Zoning change for 7700 Pinner Drive from RN-1 to RN-2
• $500,000 School Violence Prevention Program Grant application (City portion up to $175,000)
• $250,000 DOJ grant for police de-escalation and implicit bias training
• $300,000 International Association of Chiefs of Police grant for a Law Enforcement Victim Advocate

City Council approved a major road resurfacing project and several police grants. The board also confirmed multiple appointments to city boards and approved a zoning change on Pinner Drive.

• Approved $5,495,384.50 contract with Rogers Group, Inc. for 2023 Resurfacing Phase II (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning change at 7700 Pinner Drive from RN-1 to RN-2 (Unanimous)
• Approved $130,000 for budget and accounting services from Two Sisters Ventures, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved application for School Violence Prevention Program Grant up to $175,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 DOJ grant for KPD de-escalation and implicit bias training (Unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 grant for a Law Enforcement Victim Advocate (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Deputy Chief David Powell to Knoxville Animal Control Board (Unanimous)
• Approved PILOT payments for 200 W Fifth Avenue via Industrial Development Board (Unanimous)

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop featuring a presentation on the C-G General Commercial District. The presentation will be delivered by officials from Economic Development and the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission.

• C-G General Commercial District presentation

Knoxville Golf Course Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review year-to-date revenue and rounds played at the golf course. The agenda includes discussions on industry trends, inflation, facility improvements, and updates regarding a City golf study and RFP.

• Review of YTD Rounds & Revenue Summary
• Discussion of Industry Trends & Metrics including rate increases and inflation
• Updates on Course / Facility Improvements and Capital Recommendations
• Update on the City Golf Study & RFP

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will meet to consider several beer permit applications from various businesses across the 1st, 2nd, and 6th districts. The agenda includes a request for Lunaverse Knoxville as an addendum.

• Adopt a Golden Knoxville (2nd District)
• Asian Culture Center of TN (6th District)
• Courtyard Knoxville Papermill (2nd District)
• Crafty Bastard Baker Creek (1st District)
• Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken (2nd District)

The Beer Board approved several new beer permits, some of which are pending final documentation. One permit request was postponed, and one existing permit was granted a 60-day extension.

• Approved beer permits for Adopt a Golden Knoxville, Asian Culture Center of TN, Lakeshore Park Conservancy, Muse Knoxville, and Visit Knoxville (Unanimous)
• Approved beer permits pending final documentation for Crafty Bastard Baker Creek, Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken, Ian's Market / Aroma Express, JMC Smoke Shop, Orange Hat Brewing East, and The Yacht (Unanimous)
• Postponed beer permit request for Courtyard Knoxville Papermill to 5/16/2023 (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for Lunaverse Knoxville for 60 days (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the March 21, 2023 Regular Meeting (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several rezoning requests, including changes for properties on Washington Pike and North Middlebrook Pike. The meeting also includes decisions on budget amendments, street closure ordinances, and various contract resolutions.

• Awarding up to $2.9 million from HOME American Rescue Plan for 58 affordable units at 1511 Callahan Drive
• Awarding up to $900,000 from Affordable Rental Development Program for 30 units at 1511 Callahan Drive
• Increasing Edison Electric, LLC contract for streetlight maintenance by $170,000 to a new annual total of $1,550,000
• Amending AECOM Technical Services, Inc. contract for Cherry Street Sinkhole project by $22,284 to a new total of $70,114
• Ordinance to close portions of Henry Chiles Street and Anderson Drive for Central Baptist Church of Bearden

City Council unanimously approved several zoning reclassifications and the adoption of the 2023 One Year Plan. The council also approved budget transfers for fiscal year 22/23 and authorized contract increases for streetlight maintenance and water quality design services.

• Approved budget amendments and fund transfers for FY 22/23 (Unanimous)
• Approved closing Henry Chiles Street and a portion of Anderson Drive (Unanimous)
• Adopted the 2023 One Year Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved five zoning changes at Washington Pike, Dowell Springs Blvd, N Middlebrook Pike, and Western Ave (Unanimous)
• Approved $170,000 increase to Edison Electric, LLC streetlight contract (Unanimous)
• Approved $22,284 increase to AECOM contract for Cherry Street Sinkhole project (Unanimous)
• Approved wine license Certificate of Compliance for Weigel Stores, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Confirmed appointments to Sports Authority, Industrial Development Board, and Visit Knoxville (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several large-scale contracts, including a $2.2 million construction project for Kingston Pike and multi-million dollar federal grant applications for electric bus charging. The meeting also includes multiple zoning changes and budget amendments.

• Resolution for Southern Constructors, Inc. for the Kingston Pike Complete Connections Project up to $2,199,974.00
• Grant applications for Knoxville Area Transit totaling $4,500,000.00 each for electric bus charging equipment
• Agreement with Accela, Inc. for cloud-based software management up to $1,339,915.06
• Zoning change from Agricultural to Single-Family Residential for Francis Road, Old Amherst Road, and Helmbolt Road
• Five-year consulting agreement with Willis Towers Watson Southeast, Inc. with annual costs up to $130,000.00

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop to review a presentation on missing middle housing in Knoxville. The session includes an overview and analysis by Tony Perez of Opticos Design and a discussion of opportunities for city staff to support these housing types.

• Presentation: Missing Middle Housing in Knoxville
• Analysis by Tony Perez, Senior Associate with Opticos Design

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is considering a resolution requested by Vice-Mayor Roberto regarding Senate Bill 0526. The measure seeks to encourage the State Legislature to support local control over city elections and uphold home rule rights in Knoxville.

• Resolution to oppose SB 0526
• Reaffirmation of home rule under Article 11, Section 9 of the Constitution

The City Council approved a resolution requesting that the Knox County Delegation and the Senate State and Local Government Committee oppose SB 0526. The action reaffirms the city's support for home rule and local control over city elections.

• Approved Resolution R-95-2023 to oppose SB 0526 (Unanimous)

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will consider various beer permit applications from local businesses. These requests include several establishments across the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, and 6th districts.

• Beer permit request: Aces Motorcycle Club, 2309 Martin Luther King Jr Ave
• Beer permit request: Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus, 621 Lamar St
• Beer permit request: Big Ears Festival, 310 W Jackson Ave #102
• Beer permit request: Blount Mansion Association, 200 W Hill Ave
• Beer permit request: Cancer Support Community East Tennessee, 2230 Sutherland Ave

The Beer Board approved several new beer permits, some pending final documentation. Multiple existing permits were granted extensions, and five requests were postponed to the April meeting.

• Approved permits for Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus, Big Ears Festival, Blount Mansion Association, Cancer Support Community East Tennessee, Fanatic Brewing Company, and The Roam Collective (Unanimous)
• Approved permits pending final documentation for Aces Motorcycle Club, Cantina Amigos Mexican Grill, DiCarlo's Pizza, and Hyatt Place (Unanimous)
• Postponed permits for Courtyard Knoxville Papermill, Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken, JMC Smoke Shop, Orange Hat Brewing Co, and Ian's Market / Aroma Express (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permits for Fanbase 2, Gogi Korean Kitchen, and The Bookstore LLC for 90 days (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for O'Rourke's for 60 days (Unanimous)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding city contracts, including stormwater rehabilitation and sidewalk improvements. The agenda also includes zoning amendments for South Gay Street and Francis Road, as well as an emergency ordinance for a building permit moratorium in the South Waterfront.

• Zoning change for 308 South Gay Street from DK-H to DK-G
• Whaley Construction, LLC contract up to $2,544,793.35 for Old Broadway Sidewalk Improvements Project
• Gulf Coast Underground, LLC contract up to $873,988.85 for CIPP IV Stormwater Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project
• Messer Construction Company contract increase of $1,022,700.00 for the New Public Safety Complex
• Emergency ordinance for a 90-day moratorium on building permits in South Waterfront zoning districts

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a $1.28 million annual contract for citywide street lighting maintenance, multiple property transfers and a greenspace agreement at the former St. Mary's Hospital site, and several community empowerment donations. Also on the agenda are zoning changes for properties on Francis Road and South Gay Street, and a fence height appeal at 7601 Bennington Drive.

• Resolution authorizing $1,280,000/year contract with Edison Electric for Citywide Street Lighting and High Mast Maintenance
• Three resolutions to transfer St. Mary's Redevelopment Area parcels to KCDC and establish a public park with Lincoln Memorial University
• Ordinance appropriating $7,500 from Community Empowerment budget to TKJ Foundation for Camp 24 youth leadership camp in Lonsdale
• Resolution to apply for up to $50,000 AARP Community Challenge Flagship Grant for African American Equity Restoration Taskforce
• Zoning change for 0 and 1817 Francis Road, 0 Old Amherst Road, and 0 Helmbolt Road from AG to RN-2

City Council approved an ordinance to increase the FY 22/23 Operating and Capital Budgets by $3,995,516. The council also authorized several property transfers and agreements related to the St. Mary's Redevelopment Area and approved multiple community grants.

• Approved $3,995,516 budget amendment for FY 22/23 (8-1)
• Approved $7,500 grant to TKJ Foundation for Camp 24 (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 grant to Knoxville Inner City Kids Outreach (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,785 grant to Knoxville Area Urban League (Unanimous)
• Approved $8,483.29 in Challenge Grant reimbursements for four organizations (Unanimous)
• Approved fence height variance appeal for 7601 Bennington Dr (7-2)
• Approved transfer of three parcels in St. Mary's Redevelopment Area to KCDC (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plan for Galbraith School Adaptive Reuse (Unanimous)

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The Audit Committee will meet to approve January minutes, receive an update on the FY ending 23-27 external audit procurement, and discuss the internal auditor's work plan and job duties as well as committee composition.

• Approval of minutes from January 13, 2023 meeting
• FY ending 23-27 external audit procurement update
• Discussion of internal auditor work plan and job duties
• Discussion of Audit Committee composition

The Audit Committee approved a recommendation to amend city code § 7.5-7 (b) regarding the Internal Auditor's responsibilities. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 13, 2023 meeting.

• Approved recommendation to amend code § 7.5-7 (b) to include reviewing suspected fraud, waste, and abuse (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the January 13, 2023 Regular Meeting (Unanimous)

Public Property Naming Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Property Naming Committee will consider a request to assign the honorary name 'Home Run Alley' to a segment of Sutherland Avenue, from Jade Road to Renford Road. The meeting also includes call to order, roll call, and approval of prior minutes.

• Honorary naming request: 'Home Run Alley' for Sutherland Avenue between Jade Road and Renford Road

The Public Property Naming Committee unanimously recommended approving an honorary name for a segment of Sutherland Avenue. The committee also approved the minutes from its previous meeting on October 17, 2022.

• Recommended approval to name a segment of Sutherland Avenue from Jade Road to Renford Road "Home Run Alley" (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the October 17, 2022 Regular Meeting (Unanimous)

City Council Regular

The City Council will review several zoning amendments for residential and industrial properties. The meeting also includes resolutions regarding road resurfacing, sidewalk projects, and federal grant applications.

• Zoning changes for 910 Zoe Way from Office to Low Density Residential
• Zoning changes for 3418, 3424, and 3434 Linden Avenue to Medium Density Residential/Office
• Zoning change for 1542 New York Avenue to Heavy Industrial
• Application for a $25,000,000.00 RAISE grant for the South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge
• Contract with Rogers Group, Inc. up to $5,238,777.00 for 2023 Resurfacing Phase I Project

The City Council approved several zoning amendments and property reclassifications. The body also authorized multiple infrastructure agreements for road resurfacing and sidewalk replacement, and approved various grant applications and community donations.

• Approved $5,238,777.00 agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for 2023 Resurfacing Phase I Project
• Approved $1,199,597.50 agreement with Design and Construction Services, Inc. for 2023 Sidewalk Replacement Project
• Authorized application for $25,000,000.00 RAISE grant for South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge
• Approved zoning change for 910 Zoe Way from Office Park to Single-Family Residential Neighborhood
• Approved zoning change for 1542 New York Avenue from Single-Family Residential to Heavy Industrial
• Approved zoning change for 2337 Money Place from Neighborhood Commercial to Single-Family Residential Neighborhood
• Approved $700,000.00 DOJ grant for Knoxville Police Department’s Forensic Unit
• Approved $28,205.56 in Spring Break Opportunity Youth Micro Grants to 10 organizations

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Knoxville Beer Board will consider 20 beer permit requests for new and renewal licenses at bars, restaurants, festivals, and other venues across the city. The board will also vote on a resolution to adopt revised application forms for on-premise and common area beer permits. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and an addendum with five additional permit requests.

• Beer permit requests for Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus (621 Lamar St), Big Ears Festival (310 W Jackson Ave), Condado Tacos (11383 Parkside Dr), Dogwood Arts Festival (123 W Jackson Ave), and East Tennessee Kidney Foundation (P O Box 22072)
• Addendum items include Fly By Night (906 Sevier Ave), Lucky Shot Billiards Sports Bar & Grill (6021 Chapman Hwy), Lunaverse Knoxville (940 Blackstock), The Humble Hog (312 S Gay St), and Zero Zero Wine Bar (1211 N Central St)
• Consideration of revised forms for on-premise and common area beer permit applications

City Council Regular

The City Council will hold first readings on several zoning changes, including a request from CMC Steel US, LLC to rezone 1542 New York Avenue from single-family residential to heavy industrial. The council will also vote on three traffic signal maintenance contracts totaling up to $375,000 annually and a $390,319 FEMA grant for firefighter safety equipment.

• Rezoning of 1542 New York Avenue from single-family residential (RN-1) to heavy industrial (I-H) for CMC Steel US, LLC
• Three separate traffic signal maintenance contracts with Davis H. Elliot, Progression Electric, and Stansell Electric, each up to $125,000/year
• FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant of $390,319 for Knoxville Fire Department health and safety equipment
• Rezoning of 910 Zoe Way from office (OP) to single-family residential (RN-1) requested by Deidra Messinger
• Solid waste and recycling consulting contract with MidAtlantic Solid Waste Consultants up to $52,200 for downtown services

City Council Retreat

The City Council is meeting for its annual retreat, which includes a workshop led by MTAS facilitators, a lunch discussion with the Mayor, and a creative team-building exercise. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Workshop led by MTAS facilitators
• Lunch and discussion with Mayor
• Creative team-building exercise led by Center Director Kelly Sullivan

Beer Board Regular Meeting

The Beer Board will meet to approve minutes from December 13, 2022, and consider 7 beer permit requests and 9 addendum items for new establishments across Knoxville. All items are up for discussion and decision at this meeting.

• Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus (621 Lamar St) — two separate permit requests listed for same location
• Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken (126 Lovell Rd) — new permit for the chain restaurant
• Ian's Market / Aroma Express (145 S Gay St) — beer permit for a downtown market
• The Double S Wine Bar (300 W Magnolia Ave Ste 120) — new wine bar permit
• Tuk Tuk Thai Fusion (9253 Kingston Pike) — beer permit for a Thai restaurant

The Beer Board approved three beer permits pending final documentation. Several other permit requests were postponed or extended, and one application was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved permit for E Hotels and Management LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved permit for Stop N Shop Market & Deli (Unanimous)
• Approved permit for Tienda La Estrellita (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permits for 71 South, Diti Market, Fast Hand Tavern, and Knox Tobacco and Beer for 90 days (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for Addison's for 60 days (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for The Double S Wine Bar and The Local Smokey for 90 days (Unanimous)
• Extended beer permit for O'Rourke's for 30 days (Unanimous)
• Permit application for Tuk Tuk Thai Fusion withdrawn by applicant

City Council Regular

The City Council will hold second-reading votes on several ordinances, including new minimum standards for animal care and multiple zoning changes. Resolutions authorize up to $920,000 in property acquisitions for the Northwest Greenway Connector and Pleasant Ridge Road projects, and a $1 million Bloomberg cycling grant application.

• Ordinance to establish minimum requirements for care and keeping of animals
• Rezoning of 2742 Hancock Street and 302 North Avenue from I-G to I-MU
• Rezoning of 901 Metler Drive from RN-1 to RN-2
• Resolution to acquire property for Northwest Greenway Connector Phase II, up to $270,000
• Resolution to acquire property for Pleasant Ridge Road Phase II, up to $650,000

Audit Committee - Regular Meeting

The Audit Committee will meet to review and accept the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, presented by Crosslin & Associates. They will also discuss Knoxville City Code Section 7.5-66 regarding the committee's role and consider a job description for an Internal Auditor.

• Presentation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for year ending June 30, 2022 by Crosslin & Associates
• Discussion of Knoxville City Code Section 7.5-66 – Audit Committee
• Review of Internal Auditor job description

The Audit Committee approved the minutes from the July 26, 2022 meeting and accepted the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report presented by Crosslin & Associates, PLLC. Discussions were held regarding the Internal Auditor job description and City Code Section 7.5-66, but no votes were taken on those items.

• Approved minutes of the July 26, 2022 Regular Meeting
• Accepted Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for year ending June 30, 2022 as presented by Crosslin

City Council Regular

City Council will consider multiple zoning changes and development incentives, including a tax break (PILOT) for a major Cumberland Avenue project and another for East Hill Avenue. The agenda also includes funding for a pedestrian bridge study, new police body cameras, and a $50,000 urban forestry plan.

• PILOT tax break for Core Knoxville Cumberland LLC on 19 parcels near Cumberland Avenue
• PILOT tax break for Ridgehouse Companies at 0 East Hill Avenue
• $150,000 contract for grant writing for South Waterfront Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge
• $280,783.80 for 66 additional police body cameras and equipment
• $50,000 from Public Service to Trees Knoxville for an urban forestry master plan

The City Council approved several zoning amendments, street closures, and board appointments. The council also authorized funding for urban forestry, police equipment, and the Cradle of Country Music Park development.

• Approved $50,000 for Trees Knoxville urban forestry master plan
• Approved $280,783.80 for 66 additional police body cameras
• Approved $468,115.00 for 2023 Curb Cuts Project
• Approved $134,500.00 DOJ grant for narcotics officer overtime
• Approved $150,000.00 for South Waterfront Bridge grant writing
• Approved $50,000.00 annual support for Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum
• Confirmed appointments to Board of Environmental Appeals and Community Television of Knoxville
• Approved multiple zoning changes and street closures on second reading