City Council R 265 260512

The Knoxville City Council meeting held on May 13, 2026, included several procurement and contract-related discussions. The council approved contract amendments with APAC Atlantic Incorporated for the bomb drive grant and Adams Contracting LLC for the North Cherry Street Storm Water Improvements Project, increasing the contract amount by $51,615.91 funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). They also authorized an extension of the contract with Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company for bus tire procurement and approved contracts with multiple vendors for invasive species control services. Additionally, the council authorized submission of the 2026-2027 annual action plan for housing and community development grants. A significant policy discussion and vote occurred regarding a new ordinance to prohibit tobacco and vapor product use in age-restricted venues, which passed with an effective date of January 1, 2027. The meeting also covered land use and zoning amendments related to affordable housing and commercial development projects. Several motions to consolidate related agenda items were approved to streamline decision-making.