Ballot Bound

City voters will decide on Nov. 4 whether to raise the local-option sales tax to pay for affordable housing and neighborhood infrastructure.

Sales Tax Hike Clears First Hurdle

Council gave initial approval to placing the .5 percent sales tax increase proposal before the voters in the November general election.

In a split vote, City Council signs off on an arrangement for a national organization for a prominent role in violence interruption.

Council OKs a 10-year tax incentive for a 297-unit apartment building planned for downtown property east of the Henley Bridge.

Voters will choose the city’s new election system for district City Council members, but only one option will be on the ballot.

After Council’s action on Tuesday, a referendum to adopt a completely at-large voting system will go on the November ballot.

City Council gave preliminary approval to a referendum question that would let voters determine the format for future elections.

Council members will consider three proposals to bring Knoxville’s election system into compliance with state law.

A state study supports building a replacement for Lakeshore Mental Health Institute, but funding is not assured.

An initial vote signals the city’s owner-occupancy requirement for accessory dwelling units will remain in place.