For five City Council members who are leaving office, Tuesday was the last meeting for them to conduct Knoxville’s business.
Emerald Contract Revised
Public criticism leads to changes to the deal to sell a portion of Chilhowee Park for a youth activities center days before City Council’s scheduled vote.
Council Expands Co-Response Program
The McNabb Center will use increased funding to boost pay for social workers, enabling KPD to deploy six teams to respond to mental health crises.
Downtown Parking Makeover
The city plans to institute mobile pay for on-street spaces and increase most fees but keep free night and weekend parking.
Election 2024: City Referendum #2
Voters will choose the city’s new election system for district City Council members, but only one option will be on the ballot.
At Large or District Only
City Council gave preliminary approval to a referendum question that would let voters determine the format for future elections.
Council Keeps ADU Restriction
An initial vote signals the city’s owner-occupancy requirement for accessory dwelling units will remain in place.
Johnson Will Seek to Hold Legislative Seat
But a Republican-sponsored bill could block the U.S. Senate candidate from running for two offices simultaneously.
Bridgehead Established
In preparation for development, KCDC has purchased property for the southern end of the proposed pedestrian bridge across the Tennessee River.
City Considers Election Options
Knoxville officials have yet to decide whether to challenge the state law changing its district election process or ask voters to amend the charter.