Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
CareCuts Cleared to Move
City Council denied an appeal of the Planning Commission’s decision to allow the homeless-services provider to open a center on Clinton Highway.
Council Calls for Warming-Center Review
The resolution asks the City, the County and the Office of Housing Stability to look at expanding the times that warming centers are open to unhoused individuals.
Grants Delayed
In an unusual turn of events led by newly elected members, City Council paused disbursements for mental-health services.
Choosing a Path Forward
City Council narrowly approved a zoning change that would allow a townhouse development at the edge of the West Hills neighborhood.
Rotating Off
For five City Council members who are leaving office, Tuesday was the last meeting for them to conduct Knoxville’s business.
Dividing Duplexes Divides Council
A zoning-code change would allow subdivided duplexes in Knoxville, but a lack of design guidelines is a sticking point for some Council members.
Restocking Food Pantries
Knoxville city government teams with the United Way of Greater Knoxville to help fund organizations serving residents who’ve lost SNAP benefits.
Turnout Catalyst
An analysis of Knoxville municipal-election returns gives an idea of the sales-tax referendum’s effect on driving people to the polls.
City Voters Reject Sales-Tax Hike
The referendum spurred turnout in a Knoxville municipal election that produced blowout victories in most City Council races.