City of Knoxville Council met August 14

By Bree Gonzales

Sep 3, 2018

City of Knoxville Council met Aug. 14.

Here is the agenda provided by the Council:

Call to order

The meeting was called to order at 6:03 PM by Mayor Madeline Rogero

Invocation and pledge of allegiance to the flag

Council Member McKenzie gave the invocation, and Council Member Stair led in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Roll call

Attendee Name

Title

Status

Arrived

Madeline Rogero

Mayor

Present

Mark Campen

Fifth District

Present

Gwen McKenzie

Sixth District

Present

Lauren Rider

Fourth District

Present

Andrew Roberto

Second District

Present

Finbarr Saunders

Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

Present

Seema Singh-Perez

Third District

Present

Marshall Stair

At-Large Seat B

Present

George C. Wallace

At-Large Seat A

Present

Stephanie Welch

First District

Present

Approval of minutes

Motion to: approve the minutes of the July 31, 2018 Regular Meeting of City Council

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

George C. Wallace, At-Large Seat A

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

At this time, Mayor Rogero announced that more speakers have signed up to speak to Ordinance 12-h than Council's rules allow.

A discussion ensued with Council Member Roberto and Mayor Rogero participating.

It was suggested and agreed that each speaker would be given the opportunity to speak but that they would be limited to three minutes each.

Announcements and extraordinary matters, adoption of agenda

a. ITEMS WITHDRAWN (Indicated with "W")

Withdrawn

12-n An Ordinance to rezone property located on the north side of Kingston Pike, east side of Walker Springs Road, from C-4 (Highway and Arterial Commercial) District to C-3 (General Commercial) District, Land Development Solutions, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-I-18-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

RESULT:

WITHDRAWN [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Andrew Roberto, Second District

SECONDER:

George C. Wallace, At-Large Seat A

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

ITEMS FOR POSTPONEMENT (Indicated with "P")

None

ITEMS REQUESTED TO BE ADDED BY MOTION (Indicated with "M")

None

CONSENT ITEMS (Indicated with "*")

Resolution No. R-286-2018

11-j A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market #11 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Resolution No. R-287-2018

11-k A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market #12 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Resolution No. R-288-2018

11-l A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market #22 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Resolution No. R-289-2018

11-m A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market #23 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License. (Requested by Finance Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Resolution No. R-290-2018

11-n A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market #29 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Resolution No. R-291-2018

11-o A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to KenJo Market #31 relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its Retail Food Store Wine License.(Requested by Finance Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Resolution No. R-292-2018

11-p A Resolution approving the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance to Juma Inc. d/b/a Magnolia Package Store relative to its application to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission to renew its license to operate a liquor store in the City. (Requested by Finance Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Ordinance No. O-112-2018

12-o An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,700.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to Knoxville Symphony Society, Inc. to be utilized toward providing in-school performances for Knoxville Schools. (Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Roberto, Rider, Campen, McKenzie, and Stair)

RESULT:

APPROVED, EMERGENCY [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Ordinance No. O-113-2018

12-p An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $1,650.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to East Tennessee Community Design Center, Inc. serving as fiscal agent on behalf of Lonsdale Homecoming Committee to be utilized toward the 2018 Lonsdale Homecoming. (Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders and Councilmembers Roberto, Singh-Perez, Rider, Mckenzie, and Stair)

RESULT:

APPROVED, EMERGENCY [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

MAYOR'S REPORT

Mayor Rogero reflected on the promotion ceremony held on Monday, August 13, 2018 for Police Chief Eve Thomas and Deputy Chief Ron Green.

The Mayor also announced the graduation ceremony for the Knoxville Police Department’s latest recruit class for Friday, August 17, 2018 at 4:00 pm at the Laurel Church of Christ, 3457 Kingston Pike. Eighteen recruits will graduate.

The Mayor announced that, beginning on Wednesday, August 22, 2018; the City will be host to the fifth annual Cities United Convening, which is comprised of mayors and their staff from across the country. The event will focus on sharing ideas on strategies to build safe, healthy, and hopeful communities. The Mayor stated that this group has assisted with the Save Our Sons initiative with its efforts here in Knoxville.

The Mayor announced the official unveiling of James Davis Drive for Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 10:00 am near the Eternal Life Harvest Center. James H. Davis was the late pastor of this church.

The Mayor also announced that a delegation from Muroran, Japan; Knoxville’s sister city; will be visiting the city beginning on Friday, August 24, 2018. They will be participating in the Asian Festival on Market Square on Sunday, August 26, 2018.

REPORTS OF COUNCIL MEMBERS OR COMMITTEES

Council Member Roberto reminded everyone that the second draft of the Updated Zoning Code and first draft of the Updated Zoning Map are out for public review and comment. He announced two public meetings on Recode Knoxville:

Monday, August 20, 2018 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Deane Hill Recreation Center

· Thursday, August 23, 2018 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church

Elections and Confirmations

Resolution No. R-293-2018

A Resolution confirming the appointment of Keith Hogue to the Knoxville Animal Control

Board. (Requested by Mayor Rogero)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Seema Singh-Perez, Third District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Ordinances on second reading

Approved on First Reading

An Ordinance to amend the Knoxville City Code, Chapter 18, Sections 18-3 and 18-4, by

adding a measurement distance for sound on public premises and amending the criteria

for loud, unusual, or unnecessary noises. (Requested by Office of Redevelopment)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [8 TO 1] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, George C. Wallace

SECONDER:

Marshall Stair, At-Large Seat B

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Stair, Wallace, Welch

NAYS:

Seema Singh-Perez

At this time, Mayor Rogero asked Law Director Charles Swanson to address a proposed substitute ordinance. She also asked Chief Policy Officer and Deputy to the Mayor Dr. Bill Lyons to address this substitute ordinance.

Council Member Stair moved to substitute for the original ordinance the proposed ordinance, and Vice-Mayor Saunders seconded the motion.

Vice-Mayor Saunders asked for clarification that, if the substitute ordinance is adopted, this would be on first reading; and Charles Swanson confirmed that it would.

Discussion:

Council Member Singh-Perez, Dr. Bill Lyons, and Council Member Roberto

Speaking against the ordinance:

David Hayes, 1312 Hawthorne Ave

At this time, Mayor Rogero asked for a main motion to approve original ordinance. Without objection, Council Member Stair's motion to substitute was withdrawn.

Vice-Mayor Saunders moved to approve the original ordinance, and Council Member Stair seconded the motion.

Council Member Roberto moved to substitute for the original ordinance the proposed ordinance, and Vice-Mayor Saunders seconded the motion.

Discussion:

Council Member Rider, Charles Swanson, Council Member McKenzie, Police Chief Eve Thomas, Council Member Singh-Perez, and Rob Frost, Special Counsel and Advisory to the City Council

On voice-vote, Council Member Roberto's motion to substitute carried eight to one with Council Members Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Stair, Wallace, and Welch voting "aye" and Council Member Singh-Perez voting "nay." The proposed ordinance was adopted as a substitute for the original ordinance.

This matter was finally disposed of after the vote result was announced for Ordinance 12-a.

Ordinance No. O-114-2018

An Ordinance to amend Chapter 4, Article III, Division 2, Section 4-131 of the Knoxville

City Code so as to amend certain distance requirements to coincide with newly enacted

state law.(Requested by Vice Mayor Saunders)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Andrew Roberto, Second District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Ordinance No. O-115-2018

An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from Parks and Recreation Department

funds and donating same to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to be utilized

toward the Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction

Ceremony.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Stephanie Welch, First District

SECONDER:

Gwen McKenzie, Sixth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Hearings on zoning matters, appeals from action of mpc/board of zoning appeals or plans review

None

Resolutions

Resolution No. R-294-2018

a. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Toole Design Group,

LLC for an amount not to exceed $150,000.00 for the Broadway Corridor Improvement Study.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Lauren Rider, Fourth District

SECONDER:

Marshall Stair, At-Large Seat B

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Discussion:

Council Member Rider, Council Member Wallace, and Jim Hagerman, Engineering Director

Resolution No. R-295-2018

b. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Fulghum, MacIndoe &

Associates, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $72,330.00 for as-needed inspection services for street light construction and maintenance.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Gwen McKenzie, Sixth District

SECONDER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Resolution No. R-296-2018

c. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with SmartWorks Partners

to perform program management and permitting services for small cell attachments within the City for an amount not to exceed $60,875.00.(Requested by Department of Engineering)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

George C. Wallace, At-Large Seat A

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Discussion:

Council Member Wallace, Jim Hagerman, Engineering Director, and Boyce Evans, Purchasing Agent

Resolution No. R-297-2018

d. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to request the Public Building Authority to perform

project management services related to repair and maintenance to the Sunsphere and Amphitheatre at World's Fair Park, in an amount not to exceed $2,500,000.00.(Requested by Finance Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Gwen McKenzie, Sixth District

SECONDER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Discussion:

Council Member Wallace and Dr. Bill Lyons, Chief Policy Officer and Deputy to the Mayor

Resolution No. R-298-2018

e. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Redevelopment Agreement with

Johnson & Galyon, Inc. for certain infrastructure improvements to be performed in tandem with the redevelopment of certain real property within the Lonsdale Redevelopment and Urban Renewal Plan as a multi-purpose recreation, art, and education facility for the children and youth of Lonsdale and the greater Knoxville community, in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000.00. (Requested by Department of Administration)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

SECONDER:

Andrew Roberto, Second District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Resolution No. R-299-2018

f. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with PlayCore Wisconsin

d/b/a GameTime for the supply and installation of a new playground structure, ADA accessible ramp and ADA compliant engineered wood fiber surfacing at the Milton Roberts Recreation Center for an amount not to exceed $63,936.45.(Requested by Department of Parks Recreation)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Gwen McKenzie, Sixth District

SECONDER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Resolution No. R-300-2018

g. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Bliss Products and

Services, Inc. for the supply and installation of a new playground structure, ADA accessible ramp and ADA compliant engineered wood fiber surfacing at West Haven Recreation Center for an amount not to exceed $67,526.55.(Requested by Department of Parks Recreation)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

George C. Wallace, At-Large Seat A

SECONDER:

Stephanie Welch, First District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Resolution No. R-301-2018

h. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to request the Public Building Authority to perform

project management services related to three separate projects: (1) Ed Cothren Pool Resurfacing Repairs, (2) Fulton High School and Harriet Tubman Park Tennis Court Resurfacing Repairs, and (3) Harriet Tubman Park Clubhouse and Playground Addition, for a total amount for all three projects not to exceed $610,000.00. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Gwen McKenzie, Seema Singh-Perez

SECONDER:

George C. Wallace, Stephanie Welch

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Council Member McKenzie moved to approve the resolution, and Council Member Welch seconded the motion.

At this time, Mayor Rogero asked Law Director Charles Swanson to address a proposed substitute resolution.

Council Member Wallace moved to substitute for the original resolution the proposed resolution, and Council Member Campen seconded the motion. On unanimous voice-vote, the motion to substitute carried, and the proposed resolution was adopted as a substitute for the original resolution.

This matter was finally disposed of after the vote result was announced for Ordinance 12-a.

Resolution No. R-302-2018

i. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply

jointly with Knox County for an Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant award of $154,568.00 from the U. S. Department of Justice for improved operation of the criminal justice system, and if such application is approved, authorizing the Mayor to accept such a grant award. (Requested by Knoxville Police Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Stephanie Welch, First District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Resolutions 11-j through 11-p were approved on consent - see Section 5-d

Ordinances on first reading

Approved on First Reading

a. An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $110,000.00

from the Historic Preservation Fund and donating the same to Knox Heritage for its

Vintage Properties Fund to focus on historic preservation work in the Fort Sanders

neighborhood.(Requested by Community Development Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Stephanie Welch, First District

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Discussion:

Council Member Welch and Dr. Bill Lyons, Chief Policy Officer and Deputy to the Mayor

At this time, Mayor Rogero called on Law Director Charles Swanson to explain a parliamentary issue with Resolution 11-h and Ordinance 9-a

Charles Swanson stated that in that both cases, City Council adopted a substitution but did not in fact approve them after voting on the substitution.

Council Member Singh-Perez moved to approve Resolution 11-h, as substituted; and Council Member Wallace seconded the motion. On unanimous voice-vote, the motion to approve carried, and the resolution was approved, as substituted.

Council Member Wallace moved to approve Ordinance 9-a, as substituted; and Vice-Mayor Saunders seconded the motion. On voice-vote, the motion to approve carried eight to one with Council Members Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Stair, Wallace, and Welch voting "aye" and Council Member Singh-Perez voting "nay." The ordinance was approved, as substituted.

Approved on First Reading

b. An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,750.00 toward the sponsorship of Ijams Nature Center's Symphony in the Park annual fundraiser. (Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Gwen McKenzie, Sixth District

SECONDER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Council Member Welch announced that she is a volunteer member of the Ijams Nature Center Board of Directors. She stated further that she will not benefit from this sponsorship, and she stated that she would be voting on this item.

Approved on First Reading

c. An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from Mayor's Office Grants and Benevolences Fund and donating same to the Tennessee Theatre Foundation to be utilized toward the free public events in celebration of its 90th anniversary.(Requested by Mayor Rogero)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Approved on First Reading

d. An Ordinance to close a portion of Bruce Avenue from Citico Street to Clyde Street (closed), and authorizing the Mayor to execute quitclaim deeds to the adjacent property owners, RFH, LP, Applicant. (MPC Approved 15-0) (File No. 7-A-18-SC) (Sixth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Gwen McKenzie, Sixth District

SECONDER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Approved on First Reading

e. An Ordinance approving the request of Elmington CG, LLC for an amendment to the South City Sector Plan from Mixed Use Special District, SC-5 to High Density Residential for property located on the northwest side of E. Young High Pike, northeast side of Chapman Highway, (MPC Approved 15-0) (File No. 7-A-18-SP) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Stephanie Welch, First District

SECONDER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Discussion:

Council Member Wallace, Arthur Seymour, Jr., 550 W Main St, representing Elmington CG, LLC; Council Member Welch, and Mayor Rogero

Speaking to the matter:

Kenneth Alan McBride, 114 E Young High Pike

Approved on First Reading

f. An Ordinance approving the request of Elmington CG, LLC for an amendment to the One Year Plan from Mixed Use Special District, SC-5 to High Density Residential for property located on the northwest side of E. Young High Pike, northeast side of Chapman Highway, (MPC Approved 15-0) (File No. 7-A-18-PA) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Stephanie Welch, First District

SECONDER:

Finbarr Saunders, Vice-Mayor, At-Large Seat C

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Approved on First Reading

g. An Ordinance to rezone property located on the northwest side of E. Young High Pike, northeast side of Chapman Highway, from C-3 (General Commercial) District to RP-2 (Planned Residential) District at a density up to 30 dwelling units per acre, subject to one condition, Elmington CG, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-A-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Stephanie Welch, First District

SECONDER:

George C. Wallace, At-Large Seat A

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Approved on First Reading

h. An Ordinance to rezone property located on the west side of Hollywood Road, south side of I-40, from C-4 (Highway and Arterial Commercial) District to RP-2 (Planned Residential) District at a density of up to 24 dwelling units per acre subject to one condition, Elmington CG, LLC, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-B-18-RZ) (Second District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Andrew Roberto, Second District

SECONDER:

Stephanie Welch, First District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Speaking in favor of the ordinance:

Louise Gorenflo, 2306 Sunnywood Ln

Erin Bicknese, 1905 Washington Ave

Arthur Seymour, Jr.; 550 W Main St, representing Elmington CG, LLC

John Shepard, 118 16th Ave S Suite 200 Nashville, TN 37203; Vice President of Multifamily Acquisitions for Elmington CG, LLC

Adam Hughes, 1119 Alexander St Apt 1

Speaking against the ordinance:

David Williams, 505 Hollywood Rd, President of Pond Gap Area Neighborhood Association

Stacy Varon, 617 Hollywood Rd

Council Member Roberto moved to give the last speaker an additional minute to speak. The motion failed for lack of a second.

Amy Midis, 5015 Summit Cir, President of Forest Heights Neighborhood Association

Mary English, 810 Oak Grove Ln, President of Bearden Village Council

Bob Kronick, 3636 Taliluna Ave

Mary Elizabeth Yates, 715 Forest View Rd

Discussion:

Council Member Roberto, Becky Wade, Community Development Director; Rob Frost, Special Counsel and Advisor to the City Council; Amy Brooks, Planning Services Manager for the Knoxville-Knox County Metropolitan Planning Commission; Jim Hagerman, Engineering Director; Council Member McKenzie, Stacy Varon, Council Member Rider, John Shepard, Council Member Welch, Arthur Seymour, Jr.; Charles Swanson, Law Director

Council Member Roberto moved to approve the ordinance, and Council Member Welch seconded the motion.

Discussion:

Council Member Stair

On unanimous voice-vote, the motion to approve the ordinance carried, and the ordinance was approved on first reading.

Approved on First Reading

i. An Ordinance to rezone property located on the east side of Gap Road, south side of Cassell Drive, from O-3 (Office Park) and R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to O-1 (Office, Medical, and Related Services) District, Falconnier Design Co., Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-C-18-RZ) (Fifth District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

SECONDER:

George C. Wallace, At-Large Seat A

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Approved on First Reading

j. An Ordinance to rezone property located on the south side of Alamo Avenue, east of Home Street, from R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to R-1E (Low Density Exclusive Residential) District, Logan Wentworth, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-D-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Stephanie Welch, First District

SECONDER:

George C. Wallace, At-Large Seat A

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Approved on First Reading

k. An Ordinance to rezone property located on the north side of Forest Avenue, east side of Nineteenth Street, from I-2 (Restricted Manufacturing and Warehousing) District to R-2 (General Residential) District, subject to one condition, Sean Suddes, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-F-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Stephanie Welch, First District

SECONDER:

Mark Campen, Fifth District

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Discussion:

Council Member Welch and Sean Suddes, applicant

Approved on First Reading

l. An Ordinance to rezone property located on the south side of Grand Avenue, east side of

Nineteenth Street, from I-2 (Restricted Manufacturing and Warehousing) District to R-2 (General Residential) District, subject to one condition, Sean Suddes, Applicant. (MPC approved 15-0) (MPC File No. 7-G-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

RESULT:

APPROVED ON FIRST READING [UNANIMOUS] Next: 8/28/2018 6:00 PM

MOVER:

Stephanie Welch, First District

SECONDER:

George C. Wallace, At-Large Seat A

AYES:

Campen, McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Wallace, Welch

Denied

m. An Ordinance to rezone property located on the north side of Cherokee Trail, north of

Edington Road, from R-1 (Low Density Residential) District to RP-1 (Planned Residential) District at a density of up to 5.9 dwelling units per acre, Land Development Solutions, Applicant. (MPC approved 12-3) (MPC File No. 7-H-18-RZ) (First District)(Requested by Metropolitan Planning Commission)

RESULT:

DENIED [7 TO 2]

MOVER:

Stephanie Welch, First District

SECONDER:

Andrew Roberto, Second District

AYES:

McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, Welch

NAYS:

Mark Campen, George C. Wallace

Speaking against the ordinance:

Cathy Scott, 4233 Wells Rd

Rick Roach, 2404 Victoria Ave

Speaking in the favor of the ordinance:

Rusty Baksa, 310 Simmons Rd Suite K, Land Development Solutions

Discussion:

Council Member Welch, Amy Brooks, Planning Services Manager for the Knoxville-Knox County Metropolitan Planning Commission; and Rusty Baksa

Council Member Welch moved to deny the ordinance, and Council Member Roberto seconded the motion

Discussion:

Council Member Stair, Amy Brooks, Council Members Wallace and Welch, Cathy Scott, Council Member Rider, and Jim Hagerman, Engineering Director

On voice-vote, the motion to deny the ordinance carried seven to two with Council Members McKenzie, Rider, Roberto, Saunders, Singh-Perez, Stair, and Welch voting "aye" and Council Members Campen and Wallace voting "nay." The ordinance was denied.

Ordinance 12-n was withdrawn earlier in the meeting - see Section 5-a

Ordinances 12-o and 12-p were approved on consent - see Section 5-d

At approximately 8:36 pm, Mayor Rogero announced a recess.

At approximately 8:43 pm, Mayor Rogero called the meeting back to order.

Public forum

Keith Britt

558 Noelton Dr

Ryan Rohloff

President Knoxville Amalgamated Transit Union

1612 E Glenwood Ave

David Hayes

1312 Hawthorne Ave

Rick Roach

2404 Victoria Ave

Adjournment

The meeting was closed at 9:03 PM

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