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Alcoa public meetings in 2024

30 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 19, 2024

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider replat of one lot into four off N. Hall Road

The Alcoa Municipal Regional Planning Commission will review a revised replat request to divide one lot into four off N. Hall Road and Marconi Boulevard, along with an annexation request for 410 Luther Jackson Drive. The commission will also consider concept plan approval for a commercial development on Marconi Boulevard and site plan approvals for two separate projects on Tesla Boulevard and Gill Street. Additionally, the agenda includes approval of November's minutes, citizen comments, and year-end reporting of 2024 agenda items.

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Mon Dec 16, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board to consider variance requests for setbacks on Topside Road and E. Edison Street

The Alcoa Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests. The first requests a side yard setback variance in the Interstate Commercial District at 2024 Topside Road. The second requests a front yard setback variance in the Residence District at 268 E. Edison Street. The board will also approve the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting.

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Tue Dec 10, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to vote on resolution opposing Education Freedom Scholarship Act

The Board of Commissioners will administer oaths to two newly elected commissioners, then reorganize by electing a mayor and vice-mayor. They will hold a public hearing and second reading on rezoning 2132 Topside Road from General Business E to Planned Commercial Unit Development E-1. They will also vote on a resolution opposing the Education Freedom Scholarship Act, approve a task order for landfill study, and authorize a water/sewer rate study contract.

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✓ Decided: Alcoa board re-elects Martin mayor, passes zoning change

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners re-elected Tanya Martin as mayor and Tracey Cooper as vice-mayor for two-year terms. They approved a zoning change for 2132 Topside Road, authorized several contracts and purchases, adopted a resolution opposing the Education Freedom Scholarship Act, passed a budget amendment on first reading, and made appointments to local boards.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Commissioner Blair and seconded by Commissioner Cooper to appoint Mr. Rick Owens to the Blount Memorial Foundation Board. On roll call the vote was as follows:
1 yea
Tanya Martin December yea
Mon Dec 2, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

BZA to consider driveway setback variance at 227 E. Edison Street

The Alcoa Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and decide on a variance request from Zoel Baron (B&B Builders) to reduce the required side property line setback for a residential driveway at 227 E. Edison Street, owned by Rosalind Robinson. The board will also approve minutes from its November 4, 2024 meeting.

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Thu Nov 21, 2024

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review multiple replatting and site plan requests

The Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider five replatting requests and five site plan approvals. These items involve residential lot changes and commercial developments across the city.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider rezoning 2132 Topside Road and surveillance camera resolution

The Board of Commissioners will hold first reading of an ordinance to rezone 2132 Topside Road from General Business to Planned Commercial Unit Development, with a public hearing set for December 10. Other business includes resolutions endorsing visual surveillance devices for law enforcement and authorizing participation in matching grant programs for driver training and cybersecurity. The board will also consider service agreements for engineering work and a possible dispute resolution regarding the Pistol Creek Greenway bridge.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Vice -Mayor Cooper and seconded by Commissioner Biggar that a resolution, the caption of which follows, be adopted: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF ALCOA TO PARTICIPATE IN…
1 nay
None November nay
Mon Nov 4, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

Variance request for rear yard setback at 334 N. Wright Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request from Pistol Creek Properties, LLC to reduce the rear yard setback requirement for a property in the Limited Restriction District 'I' located at 334 N. Wright Road. No other business is scheduled.

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Thu Oct 17, 2024

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

Planning commission to consider rezoning and commercial development at former McBath Property

The Alcoa Municipal Regional Planning Commission will review multiple replat requests, a rezoning, an annexation, and concept/site plans. Key items include a rezoning of 2132 Topside Road from General Business 'E' to Planned Commercial Unit Development 'E-1' for the former McBath Property, paired with a concept plan for a commercial development at the same location. The commission will also consider annexing 4019 Glenmore Drive and a site plan for additional parking at the Cirrus Aircraft Training Center.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to vote on pedestrian bridge agreement over CSX tracks

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners will consider authorizing an overhead crossing agreement with CSX Transportation to build a 170-foot pedestrian bridge for the greenway near Smith & Wesson. The board will also vote on a related maintenance and funding agreement with the Industrial Development Board and on several professional service contracts. Other items include declaring a surplus police vehicle and approving an amended charter for Blount Memorial Hospital.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Commissioner Hall and seconded by Commissioner Blair to authorize the execution of the Overhead Crossing Agreement with CSX Transportation for the construction and maintenance of…
1 yea
Tracey Cooper October yea
Mon Sep 23, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board considers side yard setback variance for 2024 Topside Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review a request for a variance from side yard setback provisions. The board will also elect officers for FY 2025 and review its by-laws.

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Thu Sep 19, 2024

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

Commission reviews rezoning and site plans for Topside Road and other locations

The Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission is considering a rezoning request and concept plan for the former McBath Property. The body will also review site plan approvals for several commercial additions and new buildings.

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Tue Sep 10, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Alcoa to allocate $40,000 match for citywide transportation action plan

The Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to allocate a 20% match of $40,000 toward a grant application for a Citywide Transportation Action Plan. Other business includes authorizing an agreement with WSP for stormwater ordinance training, and declaring surplus vehicles and equipment from the Police, Public Works, and Electric departments.

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Thu Aug 15, 2024

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider mixed-use development at 364 Lindsay Street

The Alcoa Municipal Regional Planning Commission will review several site plans and plats. Key items include a mixed-use commercial/residential project at 364 Lindsay Street, a townhome development at 303 Lindsay Street, and a commercial development at McBath and Topside roads. The commission will also consider a replat for Blackhorse Brewery and a plat correction for Ardmore at Topside Apartments.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves multiple plats and site plans unanimously

The Alcoa Municipal Regional Planning Commission approved several preliminary and final plats and site plans, all subject to staff stipulations. These included a plat correction for Ardmore at Topside Apartments, a replat for Blackhorse Brewery, a preliminary plat and site plan for a townhome development at 303 Lindsay Street, a parking expansion for Massey Electric Company, an updated site plan for New Midland Plaza, and a site plan for a mixed-use building at 364 Lindsay Street. Two site plan requests were deferred at the applicants' request.

Tue Aug 13, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Alcoa Board considers zoning changes for office districts and stormwater rules

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on amending maximum lot coverage regulations for Office Districts O-3 and O-5. Members will also consider updates to stormwater management codes and various interlocal and development agreements.

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✓ Decided: Alcoa Board passes zoning, stormwater ordinances and approves grants

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners unanimously approved three ordinances on second reading: amending Office District O-3 and O-5 maximum lot coverage regulations, and amending stormwater management regulations. They also authorized participation in two property conservation matching grant programs, amended the TVA power contract, and approved several administrative items including a USGS stream gage agreement, a mechanic's truck purchase, vehicle disposal, and a development agreement extension.

Thu Jul 18, 2024

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review lot replats and commercial site plans

The Alcoa Municipal Regional Planning Commission will hold its annual meeting to elect officers and adopt a work program. The body will consider several requests for lot replats and the creation of new developable lots. One request involves site plan approval for two multi-tenant commercial buildings.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves four plats and a commercial site plan

The Alcoa Municipal Regional Planning Commission unanimously approved four preliminary/final plats, including a replat of Clover Ridge Phase II, a plat of correction for Topside 333 Apartments, a replat of Springbrook Farm, and a preliminary plat for another Springbrook Farm lot. The commission also approved a site plan for two multi-tenant commercial buildings at Springbrook Farm, subject to staff stipulations. A request for a 13-lot expansion of Hall's Place S/D was deferred at the engineer's request. Officers and by-laws were reaffirmed for FY 2025, and the annual report and work program were adopted.

Tue Jul 9, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Alcoa Board considers zoning amendments and safety grant participation

The Board will review recommendations to amend lot coverage regulations for Office Districts O-3 and O-5. The meeting also includes proposals to join a safety matching grant program and update stormwater management ordinances.

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Thu Jun 20, 2024

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews site plans for Dunkin Donuts and Blackhorse Brewery

The Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission will consider several site plan applications and development requests. Items include new business at Hunters Crossing Drive and parking modifications at Twin City Auto. The commission will also review amendments to lot coverage regulations in Office Districts O-3 and O-5.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Alcoa Board considers rezoning and annexation of 3664 Concord Road

The Board will hold public hearings regarding the annexation and rezoning of property at 3664 Concord Road. The agenda also includes contracts for powerline vegetation management, vehicle tracking systems, and water treatment technology trials.

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Commissioner Blair and seconded by Commissioner Hall to reappoint Mrs. Tracey Cooper to the Blount County Parks and Recreation Commission for a four-year term, expiring July…
1 nay
None June nay
Fri May 24, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Alcoa commission to adopt FY2025 budget and tax rate

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners is holding a called meeting to adopt the annual budget and tax rate for fiscal year 2024-2025, and to consider a supplemental task order for emergency repairs at the Island Home Sanitary Sewer Pump Station. The meeting also includes a second reading of ordinances to amend the current year's budget and to adopt the new budget.

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Thu May 16, 2024

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review site plans for new restaurant, office building, and parking lot

The Alcoa Municipal Regional Planning Commission will consider several site plan approvals, including a new Jim and Nicks restaurant in Springbrook Farms, a new office building for Hickory Workforce Development, and parking lot improvements at 2728 E Broadway Avenue. The commission will also review two lot replats and two plats of correction, plus an emergency foundation stabilization at the Alcoa Service Center. No preliminary or final subdivision approvals are on the agenda.

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Tue May 14, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Alcoa board to rezone Bessemer St. property, consider annexation and budget

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and second reading to rezone part of 120 W. Bessemer Street from General Business and Open Space to Mixed Use District E-3. They will also receive planning commission recommendations to annex and zone 3664 Concord Road, and consider first readings of the FY 2024-2025 budget and tax rate ordinance. Other business includes approving an audit contract with Pugh CPAs, declaring a fire trailer surplus, and awarding a contract for a new air curtain destructor at the landfill.

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Thu Apr 18, 2024

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review annexation, rezoning, and multiple plats

The Alcoa Municipal Regional Planning Commission will consider several plats of correction, replats, and site plans, including a request to annex and zone property at 3664 Concord Road. They will also review a site plan for a three-story retail and townhome development at Blackhorse Brewery and a parking lot expansion for MKAA. The meeting includes citizen comments and approval of previous minutes.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to vote on annexation, vehicle purchases, surplus disposal

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider several routine items, including a recommendation not to annex a property off Old Knoxville Pike, approval of a new Chevrolet Tahoe for the Water Treatment Plant, and declaring a surplus vehicle from the Electric Department. The agenda also includes recognitions and proclamations, but no major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

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Thu Mar 21, 2024

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider multiple replats, annexation, and site plans

The Alcoa Municipal Regional Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on March 21, 2024. The agenda includes several replat requests, an annexation, and multiple site plan approvals. No preliminary or final subdivision approvals are scheduled.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Alcoa board to rezone Bessemer Street property, amend traffic code

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and first reading on a zoning change for 120 W. Bessemer Street, and a second reading on a traffic code amendment. They will also consider purchasing a water treatment system, declaring a surplus vehicle, and approving school facility modifications.

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Thu Feb 15, 2024

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider replats, rezoning, and officer election

The Alcoa Municipal Regional Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear citizen comments, and act on several items. These include replatting property lines on Lively Road, platting utility easements for Tire Discounters, and rescinding and replacing a rezoning resolution for property on West Bessemer Street. The commission will also welcome a new member, elect a chairman, and honor a retiring member.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Alcoa Board discusses thoroughfare plan amendments and infrastructure projects

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the 2025 Major Thoroughfare Plan and Urban Growth Boundary. The meeting also includes discussions on bridge repair planning, software awards, and various municipal ordinances.

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Mon Feb 12, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board to consider buffer strip variance for 2738 East Broadway Avenue

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a request from property owner John Lyle. The board is considering a variance from buffer strip provisions for a site in the General Business District “E”.

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Thu Jan 18, 2024

Alcoa Regional/Municipal Planning Commission

Commission to review rezoning, annexations, and several site plan requests

The Alcoa Municipal/Regional Planning Commission will consider multiple land use requests including rezoning, annexations, and replatting. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the City of Alcoa’s Major Thoroughfare Plan.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024

Board of Commissioners

Alcoa board to vote on school safety zones, hospital charter, and truck purchase

The Alcoa Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and second reading on a zoning amendment regulating the planning commission, and will consider several business items including an amended hospital charter, a new fire truck, and emergency sewer repairs. They will also vote on resolutions for school safety zones and opposing the Education Freedom Scholarship Act, plus an ordinance expanding a business improvement district.

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