Shaping the Legislative Landscape

Legislative Breakfast 1-4-18

Knox County’s state lawmakers return to Nashville this week with a passel of wish lists from the school board and County Commission.

Basic Facts

Joint Education Committee

A crash course in the state’s formula for school funding highlights challenges for Knox County.

Setting the Agenda

Knox County planning map

With an eye on increased development outside the city limits, County Commission considers whether to restructure the planning commission.

Return to Sender

Register of Deeds Nick McBride

In a pinch, the state confiscated fees from county registers of deeds. County Commission wants the money back.

PILOT Projects Revisited

State St. Marriott

A new state law sends some redevelopment tax incentives to County Commission for approval, even one for a project that’s almost finished.

Unresolved Issues

Lawyer Herb Moncier addresses Chancellor John Weaver.

In a sometimes fractious meeting, County Commission confronts lingering questions and pension tensions.