Alcoa public meetings in 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and second reading to rezone a portion of 252 W. Bessemer Street from Open Space to General Business. They will also consider first readings on planning commission regulations, fire and fireworks codes, solid waste rates, and sewage disposal, plus resolutions on cybersecurity grants and a property donation. The board is set to appoint a new city manager and make related board appointments.

• Rezone 252 W. Bessemer Street (Alcoa Business Park, LLC) from OS to General Business (PC RES 2024-07)
• Approve FY23 COPS Hiring Program Supplemental Grant Funds
• First reading: ordinance amending fire protection and fireworks, and municipal offenses
• First reading: ordinance amending solid waste rates for commercial and industrial customers
• Resolutions to participate in Public Entity Partners Cyber Security Matching Grant Program (two resolutions)

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

The Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission is considering various requests for property replatting, utility easement corrections, and site plan approvals. The meeting also includes a proposed amendment to the commission's meeting by-laws.

• Plat of correction for Home 2 Suites at 1864 Pauling Street
• Plat of correction for Marketplace at Alcoa at 1010 and 1024 Alcoa Market Street
• Site plan approval for a salt bin at 1219 McArthur Road
• Site plan approval for building expansion and improvements for Walmart at 1030 Hunters Crossing Way
• Amendment to revisions of meeting by-laws for the Planning Commission

Board of Commissioners

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including a rezoning request for a property on W. Bessemer Street, the purchase of replacement vehicles for the Public Works Department, and the declaration of a surplus truck. They will also hold first readings of ordinances to amend solid waste fees and sewage disposal regulations, and a second reading of a budget amendment. The meeting includes public hearings and routine procedural items.

• Rezoning of 252 W. Bessemer Street from Open Space District 'OS' to General Business District 'E' (PC Resolution 2024-07)
• Declare surplus and dispose of a 2000 Ford F-150 4WD truck from Development Services
• Approve purchase of replacement vehicles for Public Works Department
• Authorize Task Order 3 with C2RL, Inc. for engineering services at the City Service Center
• First reading of ordinance amending solid waste rates, fees, and charges for commercial and industrial customers

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

The commission will consider rezoning a portion of land and review several platting requests involving property divisions in Alcoa.

• Request to replat one lot into two lots at 1101 West Hunt Road (Project PLT-23-040)
• Rezoning request from Open Space District OS to General Business District E for Tax ID 046F B 003.00
• Request for updated site plan approval for redevelopment of four apartment units at the former Vose School Building (Project DEV-19-081)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider awarding a landscaping renovation contract for the Alcoa Municipal Building and Springbrook Corporate Center. The meeting also includes a first reading of an ordinance to amend the FY 2023-2024 city budget.

• Landscaping renovation bid award to Bailys Hardscaping and Landscaping, LLC and Marty Yates Builders, Inc.
• First reading of an ordinance to amend the FY 2023-2024 budget
• Reappointment of Tanya Martin to the Blount County Community Action Agency Board

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

The commission will consider several requests for platting utility easements and site improvements for a Chipotle restaurant and an auto spa. The meeting also includes a review of a site plan for Pellissippi Place Phase II North Entrance Road and a recommendation on a sign ordinance text amendment.

• Plat approval for Chipotle Restaurant at 909 Vintage Alcoa Way
• Plat approval for Tidal Wave Auto Spa at 276 Hamilton Crossing Dr.
• Replatting of properties at 1708, 1710, and 1712 Mountain Quail Circle
• Text amendment recommendation for pre-existing billboard exceptions in the Sign Ordinance
• Site plan approval for Pellissippi Place Phase II North Entrance Road grading and roadway plans

Board of Commissioners

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on annexation, zoning changes, and right-of-way vacations, and consider several contracts and resolutions. A notable item is a first-reading ordinance to prohibit the sale and discharge of fireworks within the city, which was postponed from the August 8 meeting. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, reappointments, and reports.

• Public hearing and second reading to annex and zone Tax Parcel 089.00 at 4739 Singleton Station Road as Light Industrial District F
• Public hearing and second reading to rezone Tax Parcel 016.07 off Old Reservoir Road from Limited Restriction I to Mixed Use E-3
• Public hearings to vacate a 15-foot alley off Aluminum Avenue and a portion of Hunters Crossing Drive
• Consideration of an ordinance prohibiting the sale and discharge of fireworks (first reading)
• Bid award for Springbrook Farms stormwater infrastructure project to D.R. Phillips, LLC

The Board of Commissioners approved a $208,174.90 stormwater infrastructure contract and a $172,062.00 mower purchase. They also approved the annexation and light industrial zoning of property at 4739 Singleton Station Road and closed two public rights-of-way.

• Awarded Springbrook Farms stormwater project to D.R. Phillips, LLC for $208,174.90 (5-0)
• Approved $172,062.00 purchase of replacement Side Machine Mower (5-0)
• Authorized $148,000 estimated cost for Hazen Sawyer Lead and Copper Rule Revisions work (5-0)
• Approved annexation and Plan of Services for 4739 Singleton Station Road (5-0)
• Assigned Light Industrial District 'F' zoning to 4739 Singleton Station Road (5-0)
• Closed public right-of-way for 15-foot alley off Aluminum Avenue (5-0)
• Closed portion of public right-of-way at Hunters Crossing Drive (5-0)
• Deferred ordinance prohibiting sale and discharge of fireworks to next meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Alcoa Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider a request for a special exception to allow an accessory structure larger than 35% of the primary structure in a Limited Restriction "I" District. The board will also approve minutes, elect officers for FY 2024, and review by-laws. No other business is listed.

• Special exception request by Kevin Gourley for accessory structure exceeding 35% of primary structure at 1200 Beverly Drive (Blount County Tax ID 046 007.00)
• Approval of minutes from June 5, 2023
• Election of officers for FY 2024
• Review of by-laws

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request to allow an accessory structure larger than 35% of the primary structure on a 12.20-acre lot. The approval is subject to specific setbacks, underground utilities, and city permit requirements.

• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Retained William Cochran as Chairman and Lynn Bolton as Secretary (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed existing by-laws
• Approved special exception for 40’ x 60’ barn at 1200 Beverly Drive (unanimous)

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

The Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission will consider several requests for land replatting, building additions, and modular home relocation. The meeting also includes an informational item regarding drive-thru improvements at Chick-fil-A.

• Replatting two parcels into one lot at 246 North Rankin Road
• Plat of correction for Clover Ridge Phase 1 off Middlesettlements Road
• Sign package addendum for Springbrook Farm at Marconi and Tesla Boulevard
• Storage/warehouse addition for Twin City Auto at 3046 Airport Highway
• Relocation of a modular home at 269 Adkins Way

The Alcoa Municipal/Regional Planning Commission unanimously approved several land-use requests, including two plat approvals, a sign package addendum, and two site plans. The commission also received an informational update regarding drive-thru modifications at Chick-fil-A.

• Approved preliminary and final plat to combine two parcels at 246 North Rankin Road (Unanimous)
• Approved 'plat of correction' for Clover Ridge Phase 1 off Middlesettlements Road (Unanimous)
• Approved sign package addendum for multi-tenant buildings at Marconi and Tesla Boulevard (Unanimous)
• Approved site plan and exterior design for Twin City Auto storage/warehousing at 3046 Airport Highway (Unanimous)
• Approved site plan for modular home relocation at 269 Adkins Way (Unanimous)
• Approved July 20, 2023, meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and vote on several property annexations and rezonings, including the Baker property at 1648 Middlesettlements Road and BVF Investments properties. They will also consider an amended planning fee schedule, a subdivision plat approval change, and first readings of ordinances including a fireworks ban and a rezoning off Old Reservoir Road. The board will also appoint a city court judge, retire a K9, and approve a USGS stream gage agreement.

• Public hearing and second reading to annex and rezone 1648 Middlesettlements Road (Baker property) to Residence District A
• Public hearing to contract corporate limits for 3745 Wildwood Road and 3845 Peery Road (BVF Investments)
• First reading to annex and rezone 4739 Singleton Station Road to Light Industrial District F
• First reading of ordinance prohibiting sale and discharge of fireworks
• Approve amended Planning and Codes Fee Schedule

The Board appointed Michael W. Moyers as City Court Judge and approved several administrative agreements. Multiple ordinances regarding zoning, right-of-way closures, and water system regulations passed first reading. A proposed ordinance to prohibit the sale and discharge of fireworks was postponed.

• Appointed Michael W. Moyers as City Court Judge (5-0)
• Approved annual agreement with U.S. Geological Survey for Little River stream gage (5-0)
• Authorized disposal of surplus Public Works vehicles and equipment (5-0)
• Retired K9 Iza to the care of Sergeant Ryan Moore (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with TENN OZ PARTNERS I, LLC for RE Vital at Springbrook Apartment Project (5-0)
• Passed first reading for zoning and plan of services at 4739 Singleton Station Road (5-0)
• Passed first reading for right-of-way closures at Aluminum Avenue and Hunters Crossing Drive (5-0)
• Postponed ordinance to prohibit sale and discharge of fireworks

Board of Commissioners

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners is holding a called meeting on July 28, 2023, to conduct public hearings and vote on second readings of ordinances. The main items are the annexation of two parcels on Wrights Ferry Road and several zoning changes, including rezoning for light industrial use. The agenda also includes amendments to residential district regulations and definitions in the zoning code.

• Annexation of tax parcels 007.00 and 007.01 (3265 and 3269 Wrights Ferry Road) into the city
• Rezoning of those parcels to Light Industrial District 'F' and Buffer District 'B-1'
• Rezoning of a portion of tax parcel 008.00 from Buffer 'B-1' to Light Industrial 'F' (Volunteer Ventures, LLC)
• Amendments to Residence District 'B' and 'C' setback regulations
• Updates to definitions for yards, lots, and related terms in Title 14

The Board of Commissioners approved the annexation of properties at 3269 and 3265 Wrights Ferry Road and established a plan of services for them. The Board also passed several ordinances amending zoning districts and residential regulations.

• Approved plan of services for 3269 and 3265 Wrights Ferry Road (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 3269 and 3265 Wrights Ferry Road (4-0)
• Assigned Light Industrial District 'F' and Buffer District 'B-1' to 3265 and 3269 Wrights Ferry Road (5-0)
• Rezoned portion of Tax Parcel 008.00 on Wrights Ferry Road from Buffer District 'B-1' to Light Industrial District 'F' (5-0)
• Amended Residence District 'B' setback and area regulations (5-0)
• Amended Residence District 'C' setback and area regulations (5-0)
• Updated zoning definitions for yards, lots, and related terms (5-0)

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

The Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission will consider multiple requests for land replatting, annexations, and zoning changes. The meeting also includes the election of officers for fiscal year 2024 and a review of the annual work program.

• Rezoning request from Limited Restriction District 'I' to Mixed Use District 'E-3' off Old Reservoir Road
• Final approval for Clover Ridge Subdivision, Phase II, consisting of 20 lots off Middlesettlements Road
• Annexation requests for properties on Singleton Station Road and Thornhill Drive
• Proposed addition to the East Tennessee Children’s Hospital Pediatric Clinic at 352 Fountain View Circle
• Replatting of eight lots into six lots at 253 Aluminum Avenue

The Commission approved three preliminary and final plats for lot replatting and subdivision development. It also passed resolutions recommending the annexation of two properties and the abandonment of a public alley to the Alcoa Board of Commissioners.

• Approved replatting 8 lots into 6 at 253 Aluminum Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved replatting one lot at 1155 Hunters Crossing Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved final plat for 20 lots in Clover Ridge Subdivision, Phase II (Unanimous)
• Adopted PC Resolution 2024-01 recommending annexation of 4739 Singleton Station Road (Unanimous)
• Adopted PC Resolution 2024-02 recommending Light Industrial District 'F' zoning for 4739 Single Station Road (Unanimous)
• Adopted PC Resolution 2024-03 recommending abandonment of 15-foot alley off Aluminum Avenue (Unanimous)
• Retained current slate of officers for FY 2024 (Unanimous)
• Reaffirmed By-Laws and adopted annual report and work program (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners will consider several planning commission recommendations, including annexing property at 1648 Middlesetlements Road, contracting corporate limits for properties on Wildwood and Peery Roads, adopting an amended fee schedule, and updating subdivision plat approval rules. They will also vote on resolutions to participate in the Safety Partners matching grant program for the city and its electric utility. Public hearings on these items are scheduled for August 8, 2023.

• Annexation and Plan of Services for 1648 Middlesetlements Road (Baker property)
• Zoning change to Residence District 'A' for 1648 Middlesetlements Road
• Contracting corporate limits for 3745 Wildwood Road and 3845 Peery Road (BVF Investments)
• Adoption of amended Planning and Codes Fee Schedule
• Resolutions to participate in Safety Partners matching grant program

The Board of Commissioners approved two resolutions to participate in the Public Entity Partners "Safety Partners" matching grant program. Several ordinances regarding zoning, annexation, and fee schedules passed their first readings. The board also received and filed six resolutions from the Alcoa Regional Planning Commission.

• Approved participation in Public Entity Partners "Safety Partners" matching grant program (5-0)
• Approved participation in Public Entity Partners "Safety Partners" matching grant for Utilities-Electric (5-0)
• Passed first reading of Plan of Services for 1648 Middlesettlements Road (5-0)
• Passed first reading of zoning amendment for 1648 Middlesettlements Road to Residence District "A" (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to contract corporate limits at 3745 Wildwood Road and 3845 Peery Road (5-0)
• Passed first reading of amended Planning and Codes Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Passed first reading of amendment to Title 14 of Municipal Code regarding subdivision plats (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 13 and June 23 meetings (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The City Commission is meeting to adopt the annual budget and tax rate for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023. The agenda also includes a request to authorize a temporary dark fiber lease with the Tennessee Valley Authority.

• Adoption of the annual budget and tax rate for FY 2023-2024
• Authorization of a temporary dark fiber lease with the Tennessee Valley Authority
• Ordinance to amend the FY 2022-2023 city budget
• Ordinance amending rates, fees, and charges for commercial and industrial solid waste collection

The Board of Commissioners approved the annual budget and tax rate for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The board also amended the 2022-2023 budget and updated commercial solid waste collection rates. Additionally, the Mayor was authorized to sign a dark fiber lease with the Tennessee Valley Authority.

• Authorized Mayor to execute temporary dark fiber lease with Tennessee Valley Authority (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-579 to amend the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget, including General Purpose Schools Fund adjustments (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-580 adopting the 2023-2024 annual budget and setting the tax rate at $1.69 (3-0)
• Restored $170,000 in appropriations for Alcoa City Schools for special purposes (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-581 amending commercial and industrial solid waste collection rates effective August 1, 2023 (3-0)

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

The Alcoa Municipal/Regional Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on June 15, 2023. The agenda includes several requests for preliminary and final approval, including a replat, utility easement plat, annexation, zoning assignment, de-annexation, and amendments to policies and fees. Additionally, there are new business items for site plan approvals for commercial buildings, a greenspace, mini storage, and a Taco Bell restaurant.

• Replat of two lots into three at 841 and 847 N. Wright Road (PLT-23-023)
• Annexation and zoning assignment (Residence District A) for 1648 Middlesettlements Road
• De-annexation of vacant parcels at 3745 Wildwood Road and 3845 Peery Road
• Amendments to Planning Commission submittal calendar, fee schedule, and subdivision plat provisions
• Site plan approvals for two commercial buildings at 246 Rankin Road, greenspace and mini storage at New Midland Plaza, and Taco Bell at Alcoa Marconi

The Commission approved two subdivision plats and two commercial site plans subject to staff stipulations. It also adopted several resolutions recommending annexation, de-annexation, zoning changes, and fee updates for the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved plat to divide two lots into three at 841 and 847 N. Wright Road (unanimous)
• Approved utility easement and site improvement plat at 500 Clayton Road (unanimous)
• Adopted PC Resolution 2023-34 recommending annexation of 1648 Middlesettlements Road (unanimous)
• Adopted PC Resolution 2023-35 recommending Residence District 'A' zoning for 1648 Middlesettlements Road (unanimous)
• Adopted PC Resolution 2023-36 recommending de-annexation of parcels at 3745 Wildwood Road and 3845 Peery Road (unanimous)
• Adopted PC Resolution 2023-37 establishing a new submittal calendar policy (unanimous)
• Adopted PC Resolution 2023-38 recommending Planning and Codes Fee Schedule updates (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Alcoa Chiropractic Center at 246 North Rankin Road (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the annual budget and tax rate for fiscal year 2023-2024. The meeting also includes several first and second readings of ordinances regarding zoning, annexations, and solid waste fees.

• Adoption of the annual budget and tax rate for July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024
• Ordinance to amend rates, fees, and charges for commercial and industrial solid waste collection
• Zoning changes and service plans for properties on East Broadway Avenue and Wrights Ferry Road
• Authorization of C2RL Engineers for the MLK Center expansion planning phases
• Approval of a study along the Bessemer Street corridor by CONSOR Engineers

The Board approved a Plan of Services for the Lisa Ketrow property on second reading. Several other ordinances regarding zoning, budget, and waste fees passed first reading. The Board also authorized contracts for the MLK Center expansion and a Bessemer Street corridor study.

• Approved Plan of Services for 2738 East Broadway Avenue (5-0)
• Authorized C2RL Engineers for MLK Center expansion planning (5-0)
• Approved EJCDC contract with CONSOR Engineers for Bessemer Street corridor study (5-0)
• Authorized TDEC grant contract for Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements (5-0)
• Authorized USDA Wildlife Service Cooperative Service Agreement (5-0)
• Passed first reading of FY 2023-2024 annual budget and tax rate (5-0)
• Passed first reading of commercial and industrial solid waste fee amendments (5-0)
• Passed first reading of budget amendment for FY 2022-2023 (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Alcoa Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request by Loren Riddick for a special exception to allow an accessory structure larger than 35 percent of the primary structure in a Limited Restriction 'I' District. The property is identified as Blount County Tax ID 046B B 002.01, off Mildred Drive. The board will also approve minutes from its March 8, 2023 meeting.

• Special exception request by Loren Riddick for accessory structure over 35% of primary structure
• Property located off Mildred Drive (Blount County Tax ID 046B B 002.01)
• Approval of minutes from March 8, 2023 meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request for a special exception to allow an accessory structure larger than 35% of the primary structure. The approval allows for the construction of a pole barn on a 3.81-acre agricultural parcel.

• Approved minutes of March 8, 2023, with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for a 60’(L) x 40’(W) x 20’(H) pole barn for agricultural use (unanimous)

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

The Alcoa Municipal/Regional Planning Commission will consider several property replats, annexation and zoning requests, and amendments to zoning regulations. The agenda includes five replat requests, a recommendation on Blount County cluster development regulations, and multiple zoning ordinance amendments. No preliminary or final approval requests are listed.

• Replat of two lots into three at 621 Mt. Lebanon Road (Michael Burt)
• Replat of interior property line at 3612 Williams Mill Road (Tanasi Inc.)
• Replat of interior property line at 3255, 3265, 3269 Wrights Ferry Road (Connie Zumaya)
• Annexation and zoning assignment for portions of Wrights Ferry Road properties
• Site plan approval for townhome addition at Avalon Apartments, 601 Avalon Drive

The Alcoa Municipal/Regional Planning Commission unanimously approved five requests for preliminary and final plats. Each approval was contingent upon the applicants meeting specific staff stipulations regarding revisions, easements, and utility requirements.

• Approved replatting of two lots into three at 621 Mt. Lebanon Road (unanimous)
• Approved replatting of interior property line at 3612 Williams Mill Road (unanimous)
• Approved replatting of interior property line between three lots at 3255, 3265, and 3269 Wrights Ferry Road (unanimous)
• Approved plat for utility easements and site improvements at Alcoa Mini Storage, 934 Starlite Road (unanimous)
• Approved plat for utility and detention pond easements for Project Pearl at 625 Pine Lake Drive (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several contract awards for city infrastructure and professional services. The agenda also includes appointments to the 911 Board and a search committee for a new City Judge.

• Contract for Water Treatment Plant brine tank replacement with Design & Construction Services
• Tennis court resurfacing and fencing at Alcoa Springbrook and Alcoa Bassel by Weston Paving Company
• $60,000.00 audit contract with Pugh CPAs for the 2022-2023 period
• Quiet title petition for Oersted Street property
• Reappointment of Police Chief David Carswell and Fire Chief Roger Robinson to the 911 Board

The Board approved contracts for water treatment plant equipment and tennis court renovations. They also authorized a property title petition and established a search committee for a new City Judge.

• Awarded $202,000 brine tank contract to Design & Construction Services (5-0)
• Awarded $168,051 Springbrook tennis courts contract to Weston Paving Company, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded $124,957 Bassel Courts contract to Weston Paving Company, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $60,000 audit contract with Pugh CPAs (5-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to file quiet title petition for Oersted Street Property (5-0)
• Appointed City Manager and City Attorney to City Judge search committee (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R23-450 to request unclaimed balance of accounts from State Treasurer (5-0)
• Reappointed Police Chief David Carswell and Fire Chief Roger Robinson to 911 Board (5-0)

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

The Commission unanimously approved a request to replat two lots on N Hall Road. A separate request to replat nine lots into 130 residential and 10 common space lots at the former Alcoa West Plant Property was presented with extensive staff stipulations for further review.

• Approved preliminary and final plat for Robinson Property on N Hall Road (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several amendments to the Alcoa Municipal Code regarding exterior building design, traffic, and parking. The agenda also includes a proposal for a mattress disposal fee at the local landfill and the annexation of property at 2738 East Broadway Avenue.

• Annexation and rezoning of 2738 East Broadway Avenue (Lisa Ketrow property)
• Construction contract award to Service Electric for Duncan Substation transformer installation
• Resolution creating a mattress disposal fee at the Alcoa, Maryville, Blount County Landfill
• Amendments to Title 14 regarding exterior building design and foundation surveys
• Appointment of Clint Abbott to the Alcoa Industrial Development Board

The Board approved a construction contract for substation transformers and passed ordinances regarding parking and exterior building design. They also established a mattress disposal fee and approved a charter amendment for Blount Memorial Hospital.

• Awarded $947,860 construction contract for Duncan Substation transformers to Service Electric (4-0)
• Passed Ordinance 23-574 amending motor vehicle stopping and parking codes on second reading (4-0)
• Passed Ordinance 23-575 amending exterior building design codes on second reading (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution R23-448 creating a mattress disposal fee at the Alcoa, Maryville, Blount County Landfill (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution R23-449 approving Blount Memorial Hospital charter amendment to remove nominating committee (4-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance for Plan of Services and annexation of 2738 East Broadway Avenue (4-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to assign General Business District 'E' zoning to 2738 East Broadway Avenue (4-0)
• Appointed Clint Abbott to the Alcoa Industrial Development Board (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The City Commission is considering several zoning amendments and a plan of services for Mimosa Heights Drive. The meeting includes discussions on sign ordinances, exterior building design, and the annexation of Jellybean Properties, LLC property.

• Plan of services and annexation for Tax Parcel 071.00 on Mimosa Heights Drive
• Rezoning of Tax Parcels 016.09, 016.10 and 016.11 from Limited Restriction District 'I' to Mixed Use District 'E-3'
• Amendment to the Sign Ordinance regarding electronic changeable copy signs
• Amendment to Planned Commercial Unit Development 'E-1' for vehicle oriented retail and self-storage
• Appointment of Matthew C. Haralson to the Blount Memorial Hospital Board of Directors

The Board of Commissioners approved the annexation and zoning of property on Mimosa Heights Drive and rezoned land on Old Knoxville Highway. They also updated the sign ordinance and appointed a new member to the Blount Memorial Hospital Board. One ordinance regarding vehicle-oriented retail was postponed.

• Approved Plan of Services for Tax Parcel 071.00, Tax Map 017 on Mimosa Heights Drive (4-0)
• Approved annexation of Tax Parcel 071.00, Tax Map 017 on Mimosa Heights Drive (4-0)
• Assigned General Business District 'E' to Tax Parcel 071.00, Tax Map 017 (4-0)
• Rezoned Tax Parcels 016.09, 016.10, and 016.11 on Old Knoxville Highway to Mixed Use District 'E-3' (4-0)
• Approved amendments to the Sign Ordinance regarding electronic changeable copy signs (4-0)
• Passed first reading of amendment to Exterior Building Design regulations (4-0)
• Postponed ordinance regarding Planned Commercial Unit Development 'E-1' use reviews
• Appointed Matthew C. Haralson to Blount Memorial Hospital Board of Directors for a 3-year term (4-0)

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

The Alcoa Municipal/Regional Planning Commission is meeting to consider several land-use items, including a property annexation and zoning assignment, amendments to county zoning regulations, and three site plan approvals for commercial projects. The agenda also includes an informational item about rough grading for a commercial outparcel.

• Annexation of Tax ID# 037C A 008.00 at 2738 East Broadway Avenue
• Zoning assignment (General Business District 'E') for 2738 East Broadway Avenue
• Amendment to Blount County Zoning Regulations, Article 13, temporarily removing cluster development for six months
• Site plan approval for Doug Justus Auto Center at 872 Mimosa Heights Drive
• Site plan approval for UT Federal Credit Union at Tesla Boulevard, Centennial Park Boulevard and Pauling Street

The commission approved a site plan for the UT Federal Credit Union at Springbrook Farm Development subject to 13 staff stipulations. The board also recommended the annexation and General Business District "E" zoning for 2738 East Broadway Avenue.

• Approved site plan and exterior elevations for UT Federal Credit Union (Unanimous)
• Recommended annexation of 2738 East Broadway Avenue (Unanimous)
• Recommended General Business District "E" zoning for 2738 East Broadway Avenue (Unanimous)
• Recommended temporary removal of cluster development definition from Blount County Zoning Regulations (4-1)
• Recommended reducing foundation survey requirement from 10 feet to 2 feet (Unanimous)
• Recommended amendments to Exterior Building Design provisions for historical expression (Unanimous)
• Deferred site plan for Doug Justus Auto Center at 872 Mimosa Heights Drive
• Deferred site plan for Leonard USA at 3262 Airport Highway

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several items regarding the property at 108 N. Oakhill Drive, including a plan of services, zoning changes, and annexation. Additionally, the Commission will review a request for a one-time $132,000 contribution to Blount County for a new judicial drug task force facility.

• One-time $132,000 contribution to Blount County for a 5th Judicial Drug Task Force facility
• Plan of services and annexation for 108 N. Oakhill Drive (Tax Parcel 052.02, Tax Map 017)
• Zoning amendment for 108 N. Oakhill Drive to assign Limited Restriction District 'I'
• Amendment to Title 15, Chapter 14 regarding stopping and parking
• Amendment to the 2025 Major Thoroughfare Plan

The Board of Commissioners approved a one-time contribution for a new 5th Judicial Drug Task Force facility. The Board also approved the annexation and zoning of property at 108 N. Oakhill Drive and updated the 2025 Major Thoroughfare Plan.

• Approved $132,000 contribution to Blount County Government for 5th Judicial Drug Task Force facility (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 108 N. Oakhill Drive (5-0)
• Approved Plan of Services for 108 N. Oakhill Drive (5-0)
• Approved zoning of 108 N. Oakhill Drive as Limited Restriction District 'I' (5-0)
• Approved amendments to 2025 Major Thoroughfare Plan (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance amending motor vehicle, traffic, and parking code (5-0)
• Postponed reappointment of Matthew C. Haralson to Blount Memorial Hospital Board (5-0)
• Approved minutes from February 14 and March 3, 2023 meetings (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Alcoa Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, elect officers for FY 2023, and review by-laws. The main item is a request by James and Amanda Harper for variances from the Flood Damage Prevention Regulations for their property at 1142 Mildred Drive.

• Request by James and Amanda Harper for variances from Flood Damage Prevention Regulations (Blount County Tax ID 046B A 012.00) at 1142 Mildred Drive

The Board unanimously denied a variance request to allow an accessory building to remain in a special flood hazard area (Zone AE). The structure was built without a permit and did not meet the city's minimum freeboard elevation requirements.

• Denied variance for accessory building at 1142 Mildred Drive (3-0)
• Retained William Cochran as Chairman (unanimous)
• Retained Lynn Bolton as Secretary (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed board by-laws (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 16, 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a called meeting to receive and file recommendations from the Alcoa Regional Planning Commission, then conduct first readings of ordinances on annexation, rezoning, and amendments to the sign and zoning codes. Public hearings are scheduled for March 14 and March 24, 2023.

• Annexation of Tax Parcel 071.00 on Mimosa Heights Drive (Jellybean Properties, LLC) with a Plan of Services
• Rezoning of Tax Parcel 071.00 to General Business District 'E'
• Rezoning of Tax Parcels 016.09, 016.10, and 016.11 on Old Knoxville Highway from Limited Restriction District 'I' to Mixed Use District 'E-3'
• Amendment to Title 14 for provisions on electronic changeable copy signs
• Amendment to Title 14 for uses on review for vehicle-oriented retail and self-storage in Planned Commercial Unit Development 'E-1'

The Board of Commissioners unanimously passed the first reading of five ordinances related to zoning amendments, a plan of services for annexation, and sign regulations. All items are scheduled for public hearing on March 24, 2023.

• Passed first reading of Plan of Services for annexation of Mimosa Heights Drive property (5-0)
• Passed first reading to assign General Business District 'E' to Mimosa Heights Drive property (5-0)
• Passed first reading to rezone Old Knoxville Highway property to Mixed Use District 'E-3' (5-0)
• Passed first reading of amendment to Sign Ordinance regarding electronic changeable copy signs (5-0)
• Passed first reading of amendment to Planned Commercial Unit Development 'E-1' regarding vehicle retail and self-storage (5-0)
• Approved receiving and filing six resolutions from the Alcoa Regional Planning Commission (5-0)

Public Building Authority

The Alcoa Public Building Authority is meeting to consider increasing the Alcoa Intermediate School Expansion Project budget by $367,302.83, bringing the total to $17,676,626.83, and to approve a $58,097.00 contract with Joseph Construction for masonry repair at the school entrance. The agenda also includes approving minutes from a prior meeting and other business.

• Increase Alcoa Intermediate School Expansion Project budget by $367,302.83 to $17,676,626.83
• Approve $58,097.00 contract with Joseph Construction for veneer masonry repair at school entrance by football field
• Approve meeting minutes of December 15, 2002

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

The Alcoa Municipal/Regional Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to consider several land-use requests, including replats, annexations, a rezoning, a sign ordinance text amendment, and multiple site plan approvals. The agenda includes both preliminary and final approvals, as well as concept plan reviews and new business items.

• Replat of 5 lots into 2 at 3720 Rivertrace Boulevard (PLT-23-003)
• Annexation and zoning assignment (General Business District E) for Mimosa Heights Drive property
• Rezoning from Limited Restriction I to Mixed Use District E-3 for Pellissippi Place Phase II
• Text amendment to Sign Ordinance to expand electronic graphic/video display zoning classifications
• Site plan approval for Blackhorse Brewery expansion including townhomes and silos at 441 N Hall Road

The Commission approved several plat and site plan requests and recommended multiple annexations and zoning changes to the Board of Commissioners. A major concept plan for 460 multi-family units at Pellissippi Place was approved subject to staff stipulations. One annexation request for 402 Jackson Hills Drive was recommended for denial.

• Approved preliminary and final plats for 3720 Rivertrace Lane, 3740 Alcoa Highway, 811 Sam Houston School Road, and Pellissippi Place (unanimous)
• Recommended annexation and General Business District 'E' zoning for Mimosa Heights Drive (unanimous)
• Recommended against annexation of 402 Jackson Hills Drive (unanimous)
• Recommended rezoning of Pellissippi Place from Limited Restriction 'I' to Mixed Use District 'E-3' (unanimous)
• Recommended Sign Ordinance amendment to allow electronic displays in industrial and interstate commercial zones (unanimous)
• Recommended amendment to Planned Commercial Unit Development District 'E-1' regarding uses on review (unanimous)
• Approved concept plan for 460 multi-family units at Pellissippi Place (unanimous)
• Approved site plans for Cirrus Training Facility, Clayton Lodge, and Clayton Homes Headquarters (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider amending the 2025 Major Thoroughfare Plan and its Urban Growth Boundary. They will also vote on annexing and rezoning a property at 108 N. Oakhill Drive, authorize several engineering and consulting service agreements, and consider participating in a cybersecurity grant program.

• Public hearing on amending the 2025 Major Thoroughfare Plan (PC Res 2023-14)
• Receive and file PC recommendations for annexation and rezoning of 108 N. Oakhill Drive (Willis property)
• Authorize task order with Atlantic Coast Consulting for air compliance reports (2023)
• Authorize agreement with C2RL for engineering and design work
• Authorize task order with C2RL for water system feasibility study with South Blount Utility District

The Board authorized several engineering service agreements for air compliance, water system feasibility, and landfill reporting. They also passed first readings for zoning and thoroughfare plan amendments and approved participation in cybersecurity matching grants.

• Authorized air compliance and emission reports contract with Atlantic Coast Consulting (5-0)
• Authorized professional engineering and design agreement with C2RL, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized water system interconnection study with C2RL, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized TDEC annual landfill report work with LDA Engineering (5-0)
• Passed first reading for Plan of Services for 108 N. Oakhill Drive (5-0)
• Passed first reading for zoning change to Limited Restriction District 'I' at 108 N. Oakhill Drive (5-0)
• Passed first reading to amend 2025 Major Thoroughfare Plan (5-0)
• Approved participation in Public Entity Partners Cyber Security Matching Grant Program (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners is holding a called meeting on January 20, 2023 at 11:15 a.m. The only business item is the administration of the oath of office to Commissioner-Elect Eddie Hall.

• Administration of Oath of Office for Commissioner-Elect Eddie Hall

The Board of Commissioners met for a called session to administer the Oath of Office to Commissioner-elect Eddie Hall. No other business was conducted during the meeting.

• Administered Oath of Office to Commissioner-elect Eddie Hall (term ending November 2024)

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

The Alcoa Municipal/Regional Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on January 19, 2023, to consider several land-use requests. Actions include replats, plats, an annexation with zoning, a zoning regulation amendment recommendation, a thoroughfare plan amendment, and concept plan reviews. The agenda also includes routine items like election of a vice chairman and approval of minutes.

• Replat two lots into three at 947 and 955 Birch Street (Project # PLT-19-029)
• Annexation and zoning assignment (Residence District I) for 108 N Oakhill Drive
• Amendment to Blount County Zoning Regulations Article 9 (minimum lot sizes in Rural 1 and Suburbanizing Districts)
• Amendment to City of Alcoa's Major Thoroughfare Plan (Centennial Park Boulevard)
• Concept plan for townhomes at Mills Street, Springbrook Farm (Project DEV-21-024)

The Commission approved several preliminary and final plats for residential and commercial projects, including a Food City site and various lot replats. It also approved concept plans for townhome developments and recommended an annexation and zoning change for a property on N Oakhill Drive.

• Appointed Commissioner Cooper as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved replat of 947 and 955 Birch Street (unanimous)
• Approved utility plat for Vintage Alcoa at 100 Vintage Alcoa Way (unanimous)
• Approved replat of 811 Sam Houston School Road (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Food City at 1388 Tesla Boulevard (unanimous)
• Adopted PC Resolution 2023-11 to recommend annexation of 108 N Oakhill Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted PC Resolution 2023-12 to recommend Limited Restriction District 'I' zoning for 108 N Oakhill Drive (unanimous)
• Approved concept plans for townhomes at Mills Street and Blackhorse Brewery (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings and second readings on ordinances to create a plan of services, annex, and rezone the Chastity Steelman property at 117 Wright Road to Residence District "B". The Board will also accept Commissioner Jim Buchanan's resignation and appoint a replacement, authorize a TDOT utility relocation agreement along US 129, and award a tire recycling contract to Liberty Tire Recycling.

• Annexation and plan of services for Tax Parcel 005.01 at 117 Wright Road (Chastity Steelman property)
• Rezoning of 117 Wright Road to Residence District "B"
• Accept resignation of Commissioner Jim Buchanan and appoint replacement
• Authorize TDOT utility relocation agreement along US 129 from Tyson Blvd to Pellissippi Parkway
• Award tire disposal contract to Liberty Tire Recycling

The Board nominated Eddie Hall to fill a vacant City Commissioner seat and approved the annexation and Residence District “B” zoning for property at 117 Wright Road. The Board also awarded a waste tire disposal contract to Liberty Tire Recycling and authorized utility relocation agreements with TDOT.

• Nominated Eddie Hall for City Commissioner (4-0)
• Approved Residence District “B” zoning for 117 Wright Road (4-0)
• Approved annexation of 117 Wright Road (4-0)
• Awarded waste tire disposal contract to Liberty Tire Recycling (4-0)
• Authorized TDOT utility relocation agreements for US 129 / SR 115 (4-0)
• Appointed Tracey Cooper to Alcoa Regional Planning Commission (4-0)
• Reappointed John Rochelle to Alcoa Regional Planning Commission (4-0)
• Reappointed Kathy Thompson to Alcoa Development and Housing Authority (4-0)