Farragut public meetings in 2021
114 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Municipal Planning Commission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will discuss a zoning map amendment to rezone Parcel 6, Tax Map 151, at 421 N. Watt Road from General Commercial (C-1) to Neighborhood/Convenience Commercial (NCC). The request supports a proposed mixed-use development with commercial, office, and residential townhomes. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and consider utility approvals and citizen comments.
- Rezone 9.22 acres at 421 N. Watt Road from C-1 to NCC
- Proposed mixed-use development with townhomes and commercial/office space
- Approval of minutes from November 18, 2021
- Approval of utilities
- Citizen forum for public comments
The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 18, 2021, meeting. Members also held a discussion regarding a proposed zoning map amendment for 421 N. Watt Road, though no formal action was taken on the item.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved November 18, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Discussed zoning map amendment for 421 N. Watt Road (no action taken)
Parks & Athletics Council
The Parks & Athletics Council is meeting to approve the November 2021 minutes and hold a final discussion of the Parks & Recreation Master Plan, focusing on near-term, mid-term, and long-term priorities. This is a discussion item, not a final vote, and no other substantive business is listed.
- Final discussion of Parks & Recreation Master Plan action plan (near-, mid-, long-term priorities)
- Approval of November 2021 meeting minutes
The Parks and Athletics Council approved its October minutes and discussed the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, focusing on near-term projects. Members agreed to consolidate greenway projects, pursue a public/private partnership to evaluate an aquatic center, add a short-term project to acquire park land by gift or purchase, move selected shade projects to near term, and shift electric charging stations and swings at MBLP to mid term. No significant changes were made to the staff recommendation, and no other business was conducted.
- Approved October minutes (motion by Scott Russ, seconded by Jeff Devlin; approved by vote)
- Agreed to consolidate greenway projects, including updating the master plan and specific short-term projects
- Agreed on the need to build a public/private partnership beyond the Town of Farragut to seriously evaluate an aquatic center
- Agreed to add a short-term project to add park land via gift or purchase
- Agreed to move selected shade projects to near term
- Agreed to move installation of electric charging stations to mid term
- Agreed to move installation of swings at MBLP to mid term
- No significant changes to staff recommendation
Stormwater Advisory Committee
The Farragut Stormwater Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from August and November, hear a stormwater coordinator report on November updates, and discuss an Arbor Day celebration/tree giveaway. No formal business items are listed. The next meeting is scheduled for January 13, 2022.
- Approval of minutes from August 12 and November 11, 2021
- Stormwater Coordinator Report: November updates
- Discussion of Arbor Day celebration/tree giveaway
- Next meeting: January 13, 2022, 3:45 PM
The Farragut Stormwater Advisory Committee met on December 9, 2021, but lacked a quorum to approve previous meeting minutes and took no formal business actions. The committee received updates on stormwater violations from staff and discussed planning for an upcoming Arbor Day celebration and a future stream cleanup.
- Minutes from August 2021 and November 2021 tabled due to lack of quorum
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop on possible zoning amendments, including whether to remove apartment buildings as a permitted use in the Neighborhood/Convenience Commercial District, then hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances, first readings of two more, and approval of a roof replacement contract and snow removal schedule. The Beer Board will consider three beer permit requests.
- Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 21-17 to allow a second dwelling unit on a lot of record in the Agricultural district
- Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 21-21 to amend the Capital Investment Program Budget and add ARPA Fund Budget for FY 2021-2022
- First reading of Ordinance 21-19 for sign amendments in the Outlet Drive Regional Entertainment and Employment District
- First reading of Ordinance 21-22 to prohibit smoking and vaping on public park and greenway grounds
- Approval of Contract #2021-12 for Town Hall flat rubber roof and front gutter replacement
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved Ordinance 21-17 on second and final reading, allowing a second single-family detached dwelling on lots of record of at least five acres in the Agricultural (A) district. The board also approved Ordinance 21-21 on second reading, amending the Capital Investment Program budget and adding the ARPA Fund budget, and approved first readings of Ordinance 21-19 (sign amendments for the Outlet Drive district) and Ordinance 21-22 (prohibiting smoking, tobacco, and vapor products in parks and youth-accessible public property). In business items, the board awarded Contract 2021-12 for Town Hall roof and gutter replacement to McGuire Roofing and Construction LLC and approved the 2021/2022 Snow Removal Schedule with an amendment moving Borchardt Blvd. to first stage and Thornton Heights to second stage.
- Approved Ordinance 21-17 on second and final reading (5-0) allowing a second dwelling unit on 5-acre agricultural lots
- Approved Ordinance 21-21 on second and final reading (5-0) amending the Capital Investment Program budget and adding the ARPA Fund budget
- Approved Ordinance 21-19 on first reading (5-0) for sign amendments in the Outlet Drive Regional Entertainment and Employment District
- Approved Ordinance 21-22 on first reading (5-0) prohibiting smoking, tobacco, and vapor products in parks and youth-accessible public property
- Awarded Contract 2021-12 to McGuire Roofing and Construction LLC for $17,315 (5-0)
- Approved the 2021/2022 Snow Removal Schedule as amended (5-0), moving Borchardt Blvd. to first stage and Thornton Heights to second stage
- Approved the agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved the minutes of November 11, 2021 (5-0)
Beer Board
The Farragut Beer Board approved three beer permit requests: a Class 1 on-premise permit for Pin Thai and Class 5 off-premise permits for two Casey's stores. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved Class 1 On-Premise Beer permit for Pin Thai, 723 N. Campbell Station Road
- Approved Class 5 Off-Premise Beer permit for Casey's Store #4049, 701 N. Campbell Station Road
- Approved Class 5 Off-Premise Beer permit for Casey's Store #4037, 13061 Kingston Pike
The Farragut Beer Board approved the October 28, 2021 minutes and granted three beer permits at its December 9, 2021 meeting. A Class 1 on-premise permit was approved for Pin Thai at 723 N. Campbell Station Road. Class 5 off-premise permits were approved for Casey's Store #4049 at 701 N. Campbell Station Road and Casey's Store #4037 at 13061 Kingston Pike. All votes were unanimous with no nays.
- Approved minutes of October 28, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved Class 1 on-premise beer permit for Pin Thai, 723 N. Campbell Station Road (5-0)
- Approved Class 5 off-premise beer permit for Casey's Store #4049, 701 N. Campbell Station Road (5-0)
- Approved Class 5 off-premise beer permit for Casey's Store #4037, 13061 Kingston Pike (5-0)
Farragut Education Relations Committee
The Farragut Education Relations Committee will hold a routine meeting with no substantive items on the agenda. Members will approve previous minutes and address any other business before adjourning.
The Education Relations Committee voted to use its remaining budget to provide bagels to Farragut public school teachers on the first day of school. Members also shared updates on local school fundraisers and community donations.
- Approved November 1, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved using remaining budget for teacher bagels on first day of school (unanimous)
- Moved January 3, 2022 meeting to January 10, 2022 (unanimous)
FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will discuss a zoning map amendment for a parcel on N. Watt Road and hold a public hearing on a final plat for the Meadows on McFee Subdivision, Phase 1. Both items involve land-use decisions with potential impacts on local development.
- Rezone 9.22-acre parcel at 421 N. Watt Road from General Commercial (C-1) to Neighborhood/Convenience Commercial (NCC)
- Public hearing on final plat for Meadows on McFee Subdivision, Phase 1 (5.25 acres, 19 lots, R-1/OSR zoning)
Municipal Planning Commission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several site plans, including a new subdivision phase, outdoor seating, and expansions, as well as discuss amendments to the zoning code regarding outdoor lighting and signs. One lighting amendment has been postponed by the applicant. The meeting also includes adoption of site requirements for final plats and approval of utilities.
- Final plat for Brookmere Subdivision, Phase 4, 18.8 acres, 11 lots, zoned R-1/OSR
- Site plan for outdoor seating at Farragut Gateway Restaurant, 103 S. Campbell Station Road
- Site plan for improvements at 13127 Kingston Pike associated with Ag-Pro (formerly Farragut Lawn and Tractor)
- Site plan for dining room expansion at Big Kahuna Wings, 12828 Kingston Pike, 1.38 acres
- Zoning amendment for outdoor site lighting (postponed) and sign amendments for regional recreational facilities
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission approved a final plat for Brookmere Subdivision Phase 4 (18.8 acres, 11 lots) subject to staff conditions, and approved site plans for outdoor seating at the Farragut Gateway Restaurant, improvements tied to Ag-Pro on Kingston Pike, and a dining room expansion at Big Kahuna Wings. It also recommended approval of two zoning ordinance amendments (sign rules for the Outlet Drive district and outdoor site lighting) and a resolution on site requirements for final plats. A request to amend ballfield lighting rules was postponed by the applicant, and the commission agreed to form a steering committee to help update the Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan.
- Approved Brookmere Subdivision Phase 4 final plat, 18.8 acres/11 lots, subject to 10 staff conditions (unanimous)
- Approved outdoor seating site plan for Farragut Gateway Restaurant at 103 S. Campbell Station Road, subject to string lights meeting Town requirements (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for improvements at 13127/13131 Kingston Pike (Ag-Pro), subject to 7 staff conditions (unanimous)
- Approved Big Kahuna Wings dining room expansion site plan at 12828 Kingston Pike, subject to remaining staff comments (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PC-21-16 / Ordinance 21-79 on sign amendments for the Outlet Drive district (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PC-21-17 / Ordinance 21-20 on outdoor site lighting updates (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PC-21-15 on site requirements before final plat approval, with two modifications (unanimous)
- Agreed to establish a steering committee for the Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan, with Vice Mayor Povlin and Commissioner Russ serving (unanimous)
Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee
The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee will meet to receive a report from the Tourism Coordinator, review its own charter, and discuss findings from a recent tourism survey. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions scheduled.
- Charter review by committee
- Tourism survey report presentation
- Upcoming meeting schedule set for 2022
The committee reviewed hotel occupancy data, travel sentiment studies, and digital marketing analytics. Members reviewed the committee charter and reported results from visitor surveys conducted at local events.
- Approved September meeting minutes
- Reviewed committee charter with no changes suggested
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen meets to discuss and decide on American Rescue Plan Act funding allocations and a zoning ordinance allowing a second dwelling unit on a five-acre lot. The meeting also includes approvals for local events, park improvements, and engineering services.
- Ordinance 21-17: First reading to amend zoning for second dwelling units on five-acre lots (e.g., 13000 Allen Kirby Road)
- Ordinance 21-21: Amendment to Capital Investment Program Budget and ARPA Fund Budget for FY2021-2022
- Approval of $1.5M permeable paver parking lot at McFee Park Phase 4
- Approval of $1.3M broadband fiber optic infrastructure project
- Approval of $120,400 essential worker premium pay and vaccine incentives
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved design and construction services for McFee Park Phase 4, engineering services for Campbell Station Road improvements, and a marketing contract with Madden Media. The board also approved two upcoming road races and advanced two ordinances on first reading, including a budget amendment to add American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
- Approved Ordinance 21-17 on first reading to amend zoning provisions for the Agricultural (A) district (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-21 on first reading to amend the Capital Investment Program budget and add the ARPA Fund budget (5-0)
- Approved the Veteran Salute 5K/10K road race for November 13, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved the Hot to Trot 5K/10K & Fun Run for November 25, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved a design and construction services proposal from Ross/Fowler, PC for McFee Park Phase 4 in the amount of $153,950 (5-0)
- Approved a professional services agreement with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. for Campbell Station Road improvements at I-40/75 in the amount of $22,000 (5-0)
- Approved a $21,000 contract with Madden Media for targeted marketing, website maintenance, and expansion for Visit Farragut (5-0)
Parks & Athletics Council
The Parks & Athletics Council will discuss the Parks & Recreation Master Plan and a proposed update to the Smoking in Parks Ordinance. The ordinance update would expand prohibitions to include vaping and tobacco products across all town parks and greenways.
- Discussion of Parks & Recreation Master Plan projects
- Proposed update to Smoking in Parks Ordinance to include vaping and tobacco products
- Master Plan project list including Anchor Park, Mayor Bob Leonard Park, and McFee Park
- Proposed greenway connections including Evans Road and Little Turkey Creek
The Parks and Athletics Council approved a recommendation to prohibit smoking, vaping, and tobacco products across all park properties. Members also reviewed the Capital Improvement Plan and project list in preparation for upcoming public forums.
- Approved October meeting minutes
- Approved recommendation to ban tobacco and vaping in parks
FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission is holding staff/developer discussions and public hearings on three items: a site plan for improvements at 13127 Kingston Pike associated with Ag-Pro (formerly Farragut Lawn and Tractor), a dining room expansion at Big Kahuna Wings, and a final plat for Brookmere Subdivision Phase 4. These are public hearings where the commission will discuss and potentially act on the proposals.
- Site plan for improvements at 13127 Kingston Pike, associated with Ag-Pro (formerly Farragut Lawn and Tractor) at 13131 Kingston Pike, zoned C-1
- Site plan for dining room expansion at Big Kahuna Wings, 12828 Kingston Pike, zoned C-1
- Final plat for Brookmere Subdivision Phase 4, 18.8 acres, 11 lots, zoned R-1/OSR
Farragut Education Relations Committee
The Farragut Education Relations Committee will meet to approve minutes from September 13, 2021, receive updates on upcoming school events and fundraisers, and discuss the Love Kitchen Can Food Drive, including reward sponsorships for Farragut Primary, Intermediate, Middle, and High Schools. The agenda is routine, with no major policy decisions expected.
- Approval of September 13, 2021 minutes
- Love Kitchen Can Food Drive update by Hannah Brennen
- Reward sponsorship for can collection at Farragut Primary, Intermediate, and Middle Schools
- Reward sponsorship for can design at Farragut High School
- Upcoming school events and fundraisers updates
The Farragut Education Relations Committee met on November 1, 2021, and approved the September minutes and a can collection reward not to exceed $350. Members also discussed school events, a planned Admiral Fund kickoff in January with a $25,000 goal, and a Give Butter campaign for Project Giving Tree. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved September minutes (no oppose)
- Approved highest can collection reward not to exceed $350 (no oppose)
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 21-18 to amend the FY2021-2022 Equipment Fund budget, and consider Resolution R-2021-12 adopting the FY2022 Fee Schedule. The Beer Board will discuss SmartServ's request to vacate its 21-day beer permit suspension for selling beer to a minor, with the suspension stayed pending the outcome.
- Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 21-18 amending the FY2021-2022 Equipment Fund budget
- Approval of Resolution R-2021-12, FY2022 Fee Schedule
- Beer Board discussion of SmartServ's motion to vacate 21-day suspension (800 N. Campbell Station Road)
- Mayor's report with Karen Pershing, Executive Director, Metropolitan Drug Coalition
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved Ordinance 21-18 on second and final reading, amending the Equipment Fund for the FY2021-2022 budget by increasing expenditures from $219,500 to $276,500. The board also approved Resolution R-2021-12, adopting the FY2022 Fee Schedule, which reflects a previously approved increase in the synthetic turf tournament rental fee. Both items passed with all present members voting yes; Alderman Povlin was absent. The meeting also included reports and announcements but no other substantive decisions.
- Approved Ordinance 21-18 on second and final reading, amending the Equipment Fund FY2021-2022 budget from $219,500 to $276,500 (4-0, Povlin absent)
- Approved Resolution R-2021-12, FY2022 Fee Schedule (4-0, Povlin absent)
- Approved the agenda as presented (4-0, Povlin absent)
- Approved the minutes of October 14, 2021, as presented (4-0, Povlin absent)
Beer Board
The Farragut Beer Board met to discuss a request from SmartServ to vacate a previous 21-day permit suspension. The Board voted to vacate the suspension and instead assessed a $2,500 civil penalty. The original suspension was issued for selling beer to a minor.
- Vacated 21-day beer permit suspension for SmartServ (800 N. Campbell Station Road)
- $2,500 civil penalty assessed to SmartServ
The Beer Board vacated a previously issued 21-day permit suspension for SmartServ regarding the sale of beer to a minor. The Board instead approved a civil penalty of $2,500 for the establishment.
- Approved minutes of October 14, 2021
- Vacated 21-day beer permit suspension for SmartServ at 800 N. Campbell Station Road (4-0)
- Assessed $2,500 civil penalty to SmartServ (4-0)
Beer Board
The Farragut Beer Board will discuss SmartServ's request to vacate the October 14, 2021 decision that suspended its beer permit for 21 days after selling beer to a minor. SmartServ claims a docketing error caused its absence and argues it is a responsible vendor, but the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission has no record of certification. The board may uphold or vacate the suspension, or schedule a new hearing.
- SmartServ, 800 N. Campbell Station Road, requests to vacate 21-day beer permit suspension for selling beer to a minor
- SmartServ claims docketing error caused absence at October 14 hearing
- SmartServ asserts responsible vendor status under TCA 57-5-603, but TABC has no certification record
- Suspension stayed pending outcome of this meeting
- Board may uphold suspension, vacate it, or schedule a new hearing
Visual Resources Review Board
The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will review five ground sign applications along Kingston Pike and Brooklawn Street, including new monument signs for Fast Pace Urgent Health Care, AgPro John Deere, and ALDI, plus a reface for TN Bank. They will also discuss a proposed master sign for the Topgolf development, adopt-a-stream cleanup participation, and meeting schedules for November and December.
- Fast Pace Urgent Health Care: new 39 sq ft internally lit monument sign at 13013 Kingston Pike
- AgPro John Deere: new 18 sq ft monument sign at 13131 Kingston Pike, subject to setback and utility easement verification
- TN Bank: reface of existing monument sign at 11200 Kingston Pike, subject to 1999 variance height limits
- ALDI (Biddle Farms Development): two tenant panel monument signs, one off Brooklawn St and one along Kingston Pike, with logo medallions counted in sign area
- Topgolf: discussion and feedback on proposed master sign for unified development site
The Visual Resources Review Board unanimously approved permanent ground-mounted signs for Fast Pace Urgent Health Care, AgPro John Deere, TN Bank, and two ALDI locations at Biddle Farms, subject to staff verification of specific design and setback requirements. The board also approved a landscape plan for Fast Pace Urgent Health Care. Additionally, the board provided feedback on a proposed Topgolf sign, recommended changing the development name 'Farragut Commons' to avoid confusion with an existing subdivision, and combined the November and December regular meetings into one session on December 7.
- Approved Fast Pace Urgent Health Care sign (13013 Kingston Pike) with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved AgPro John Deere sign (13131 Kingston Pike) subject to eight corrections (unanimous)
- Approved TN Bank sign reface (11200 Kingston Pike) with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved ALDI sign for Brooklawn Street frontage with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved ALDI sign for Kingston Pike frontage with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved Fast Pace Urgent Health Care landscape plan with conditions (unanimous)
- Recommended changing 'Farragut Commons' name for Topgolf development sign
- Combined November and December regular meetings into one session on Dec 7
Farragut Museum Committee
The Farragut Museum Committee is meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports, hear the Historic Resources Coordinator's report on upcoming events and museum dates, and discuss other business including the museum and gift shop schedule and book donations. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of September 28, 2021 minutes
- Financial reports review
- Historic Resources Coordinator report on upcoming events and museum dates
- Museum and gift shop schedule discussion led by Joyce Moran
- Book donations and Outreach Subcommittee report
The committee approved the minutes from the September 28, 2021, meeting. Members reviewed the September sales activity report and discussed upcoming events and outreach plans. No meetings will be held in November or December.
- Approved September 28, 2021, meeting minutes
Municipal Planning Commission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a utility plan for Sugarwood Subdivision, a zoning amendment for second dwelling units in the Agricultural district, a site plan for Fast Pace Health Urgent Care, and a preliminary plat for Bridgemore Phase 3B and 4. They will also discuss amendments to outdoor lighting regulations, subdivision connectivity requirements, and sign regulations, plus field requirements for final plats.
- Utility plan to replace primary electric with conduit in Sugarwood Subdivision (MDI Contracting)
- Zoning amendment to allow second dwelling unit on lots of record in Agricultural district (Keri Archer)
- Site plan for Fast Pace Health Urgent Care, 13013 Kingston Pike, 1.85 acres, C-1 zoning
- Preliminary plat for Bridgemore Phase 3B and 4, 70.28 acres, 108 lots, R-1/OSR zoning
- Amendments to outdoor lighting to allow ballfield lighting and to subdivision connectivity for estate-sized lots
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission approved a utility plan for the Sugarwood Subdivision and a site plan for Fast Pace Health Urgent Care. Commissioners also approved a preliminary plat for Bridgemore Phases 3 and 4, subject to conditions regarding geotechnical studies and road improvements. Additionally, the commission recommended an amendment to the zoning code to allow for a second dwelling unit on agricultural lots.
- Approved Sugarwood Subdivision utility plan (unanimous)
- Recommended zoning amendment for second dwelling units (unanimous)
- Approved site plan and driveway variance for Fast Pace Health (unanimous)
- Approved Bridgemore Phases 3 and 4 preliminary plat and variance (unanimous)
- Postponed agenda items 7 and 9 at applicant request
Arts & Beautification Committee
The Arts & Beautification Committee is meeting to approve August minutes and discuss upcoming events, including Freaky Friday sign-ups, Celebrate the Season updates, and planning for the Holiday Deco Awards. Other business includes Living History. The agenda is mostly procedural and event-planning focused.
- Approval of minutes from August
- Freaky Friday sign-up discussion
- Celebrate the Season update (crafts, Santa photos, movie)
- Holiday Deco Awards planning
- Living History under other business
The Farragut Arts and Beautification Committee approved the September meeting notes, authorized Holiday Decorating awards for the year, and formed a subcommittee for the Living History at Pleasant Forest event. They also discussed plans for Town Hall decorating, Celebrate the Season activities, and advertising for Living History actors.
- Approved September meeting notes
- Approved Holiday Decorating awards for this year
- Formed a subcommittee for Living History at Pleasant Forest consisting of Annie Judkins, T.C. Williams, Marianne McGill, and Bettye Newby
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on October 14, 2021, starting with a Beer Board hearing at 5:00 PM to address alleged beer permit violations at Fairfield Inn, Hampton Inn, and Smart Serve. The main BMA meeting at 6:00 PM includes first reading of an ordinance to amend the FY 2021-2022 budget, approval of grant program participations, a fee change for synthetic turf field rentals, and several other business items.
- Beer permit violation hearings for Fairfield Inn (11763 Snyder Road), Hampton Inn (11340 Campbell Lakes Drive), and Smart Serve (800 N. Campbell Station Road)
- First reading of Ordinance 21-18 to amend the Equipment Fund for FY 2021-2022 budget
- Resolution R-2021-10 to participate in Public Entity Partners Driver Safety Matching Grant Program
- Resolution R-2021-11 to participate in Public Entity Partners Property Conservation Matching Grant Program
- Fee change for daily rental of synthetic turf athletic fields for tournaments
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a $227,000 design-build contract with Holston Construction Services, LLC for a climate-controlled storage building at the Public Works facility. The board also approved vehicle purchases from Wilson County Motors ($66,308.40) and Ted Russell Ford ($97,488.08), raised the daily tournament rental fee for synthetic turf fields from $300 to $600 effective November 1, 2021, and approved two grant program resolutions and two subdivision sign requests for Fox Den. All votes were unanimous with no nays recorded.
- Approved Ordinance 21-18 on first reading (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-2021-10 for the James L. Richardson Driver Safety Matching Grant Program (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-2021-11 for the Property Conservation Matching Grant Program (5-0)
- Increased daily tournament rental fee for synthetic turf fields from $300 to $600 effective November 1, 2021 (5-0)
- Cancelled November 25, 2021 and December 23, 2021 BMA meetings (5-0)
- Appointed Ashley Lynch to a two-year term on the Farragut Tourism and Visitor Advisory Committee (5-0)
- Approved Fox Den subdivision sign in Olympic Drive ROW area with conditions (5-0)
- Approved Fox Den subdivision sign in Saint Andrews Drive ROW area with conditions (5-0)
Beer Board
The Farragut Beer Board held hearings on beer permit violations at three businesses. It approved $500 fines for Fairfield Inn and Hampton Inn for selling beer to a minor, with a 14-day suspension if not paid within 7 days. SmartServe, which had no representative present, received a 21-day suspension of its beer permit. The board also approved the minutes from the August 26, 2021 meeting.
- Fairfield Inn, 11763 Snyder Road: $500 fine or 14-day suspension for selling beer to a minor
- Hampton Inn, 11340 Campbell Lakes Drive: $500 fine or 14-day suspension for selling beer to a minor
- SmartServe, 800 N. Campbell Station Road: 21-day beer permit suspension (no representative present)
- Minutes of August 26, 2021 approved
The Beer Board held hearings regarding beer permit violations at three local businesses. The board imposed fines on Fairfield Inn and Hampton Inn for selling beer to a minor and suspended the beer permit for SmartServ.
- Approved August 26, 2021 minutes (5-0)
- Fined Fairfield Inn $500 or 14-day suspension (5-0)
- Fined Hampton Inn $500 or 14-day suspension (5-0)
- Suspended SmartServ beer permit for 21 days (5-0)
Parks & Athletics Council
The Parks & Athletics Council will meet to discuss the Parks & Recreation Master Plan, following a survey presentation at the previous meeting. The council is expected to review survey results and consider funding solutions, with plans to establish projects and priorities in October and hold a public forum in November or December. The agenda also includes approval of the September minutes and other business.
- Discussion of Parks & Recreation Master Plan, including survey results and funding solutions
- Approval of September 2021 minutes
- Previous meeting approved increasing synthetic turf field tournament fee from $300 to $600 per day
- Master Plan includes projects like Anchor Park fencing replacement ($150,000), MBLP field reconstruction ($1,332,000), and McFee Park dog park ($522,000)
- Next meeting scheduled for November 9, 2021
The council approved the minutes from the September meeting. Members also discussed projects and priorities for the Park & Recreation Master Plan and scheduled public forums for November and December.
- Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)
FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold discussions and public hearings on several zoning and development items, including a request to allow custom ballfield lighting, a site plan for a Fast Pace Health Urgent Care, a preliminary plat for the 108-lot Bridgemore Phase 3B and 4, and a zoning amendment for canopy signs. The agenda also includes a discussion on updates to outdoor lighting and street lighting regulations.
- Ballfield lighting amendment to allow custom-designed lighting that won't affect neighbors (Jeff Jordan)
- Discussion on updates to outdoor site lighting and residential street lighting codes (Town of Farragut)
- Site plan for Fast Pace Health Urgent Care at 13013 Kingston Pike, 1.85 acres, C-1 zoning
- Preliminary plat for Bridgemore Phase 3B and 4, 70.28 acres, 108 lots, R-1/OSR zoning
- Canopy sign amendment to allow signs protruding more than one foot from building wall (ARCO Murray Construction)
Farragut Museum Committee
The Museum Committee will review financial reports and a report from the Historic Resources Coordinator regarding upcoming events and exhibitions. The committee will also discuss the museum and gift shop schedule and book donations.
- Approval of August 24, 2021 minutes
- Review of upcoming events and exhibitions
- Discussion of museum and gift shop schedule
- Discussion of book donations
The committee approved the minutes from the August 24, 2021, meeting. Members also voted to retain the current paint color for the museum entrance following a discussion.
- Approved August 24, 2021 meeting minutes
- Voted to keep existing museum entrance paint color
Visual Resources Review Board
The Visual Resources Review Board is reviewing multiple requests for permanent ground-mounted signs for subdivisions and businesses. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a requested ordinance amendment for canopy-mounted signs.
- New subdivision signs for Sugarwood Subdivision off Kingston Pike
- Monument sign for Marathon Station at 10855 Kingston Pike
- Revised entrance sign plans for Fox Den Homeowners Association on Olympic Drive and Saint Andrews Drive
- Menu board and monument sign applications for Hardee’s at 639 North Campbell Station Road
- Ordinance amendment discussion for canopy-mounted signs requested by Topgolf
The Board approved several ground-mounted sign applications for local subdivisions and businesses, including conditions for site compliance and utility safety. Members also discussed a potential ordinance amendment to allow canopy-mounted signs for the Topgolf development on Outlet Drive.
- Approved August 24, 2021, minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Sugarwood Subdivision entrance signs (unanimous)
- Approved Marathon Station monument sign (unanimous)
- Approved Fox Den Olympic Drive sign with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved Fox Den Saint Andrews Drive sign with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved Hardee's menu board sign with compliance conditions (unanimous)
- Approved Hardee's ground sign with compliance conditions (unanimous)
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider approving Resolution R-2021-08, which adopts a Special Event Co-Sponsorship Policy for events using Town property or receiving Town sponsorship. The board will also vote on approving directional signage for the 2021 Parade of Homes, which includes three homes within the town. The agenda includes routine items like roll call, minutes approval, and a proclamation for Dysautonomia Awareness Month.
- Resolution R-2021-08 to adopt a Special Event Co-Sponsorship Policy
- Approval of special event directional signage for 2021 Parade of Homes (Sept 30-Oct 17)
- Proclamation for Dysautonomia Awareness Month
- School Donation Presentation
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a resolution adopting a new Special Event Co-Sponsorship Policy and contract after it was tabled from the previous meeting. The board also approved special event directional signage for the 2021 Parade of Homes. Additionally, the mayor presented a proclamation for Dysautonomia Awareness Month and school donation checks.
- Approved Resolution R-2021-08 to adopt a Special Event Co-Sponsorship Policy (5-0)
- Approved special event directional signage for the 2021 Parade of Homes (5-0)
Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee
The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear the Tourism Coordinator's report, and discuss website updates. They will also plan volunteer staffing for tourism surveys at Lawn Chair on October 2 and receive an update on the intercept survey. The agenda is mostly routine updates and planning, with no major decisions or financial items listed.
- Tourism Coordinator Report by Karen Tindal
- Website update by Karen Tindal
- Tourism surveys at Lawn Chair on October 2, needing committee volunteers
- Intercept survey update by Karen Tindal
- Future meeting schedule: Nov 16, 2021; Jan 18, Mar 15, May 17, 2022
The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee approved its August meeting minutes and agreed to move its meeting start time from 8:15am to 8:30am. The rest of the session was reports and discussion: hotel occupancy and travel trends, a state tourism marketing grant, a new website, planned visitor surveys, and a proposed Visit Knoxville ad arrangement. No other formal votes were recorded.
- Approved August meeting minutes (motion seconded, approved)
- Agreed to change committee meeting start time to 8:30am
Arts & Beautification Committee
The Arts & Beautification Committee is meeting to approve minutes, recap ArtFest, and discuss upcoming events including Freaky Friday, Town Decorating, and Celebrate the Season. The agenda is largely procedural and event-planning focused.
- Approval of minutes
- Recap of ArtFest
- Discussion of Freaky Friday (October)
- Discussion of Town Decorating (November)
- Discussion of Celebrate the Season (December)
The Arts and Beautification Committee approved the September meeting notes and okayed Holiday Decorating awards for this year. Members discussed activities for Celebrate the Season, including crafts, a movie, cookie decorating, face painting and photos with Santa, but no decisions on those were recorded. A subcommittee was formed for Living History @ Pleasant Forest, and the group noted Town Hall decorating on November 19 at 9 AM with the November meeting to follow.
- Approved September meeting notes as distributed (motion carried)
- Holiday Decorating awards okayed for this year (Michelle moved, Marianne seconded)
- Formed subcommittee for Living History @ Pleasant Forest (Annie Judkins, T.C. Williams, Marianne McGill, Bettye Newby)
- Adjourned meeting at 12:30 PM
Municipal Planning Commission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings and discussions on several items, including a final plat for Brookmere Phase 3 (42 lots, 15.67 acres), a second-floor addition to First Baptist Concord Church, and amendments to zoning codes for outdoor lighting, accessory dwelling units, CLUP text, and tree protection penalties. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from August 19, 2021, and a citizen forum.
- Final plat for Brookmere Phase 3, Parcel 054, Tax Map 152, 34.67 acres (amended to 15.67 acres, 42 lots), zoned R-1/OSR
- Site plan for second-floor addition to First Baptist Concord Church Educational Building, 11704 Kingston Pike, zoned R-3
- Zoning amendment to allow custom-designed baseball/softball field lighting
- Zoning amendment to allow one accessory dwelling unit in Agricultural district (A)
- Amendments to increase penalties for removal of protected trees without permission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission approved the final plat for Brookmere Phase 3, subject to specific field completion requirements and financial guarantees. The Commission also approved updates to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan regarding residential density and recommended increased penalties for unauthorized tree removal.
- Approved Brookmere Phase 3 final plat (8-1)
- Approved site plan for First Baptist Concord Church second floor (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution PC-21-12 regarding residential land use (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution PC-21-13 regarding tree protection penalties (unanimous)
- Tabled discussion on outdoor site lighting ordinance
- Tabled discussion on accessory dwelling unit ordinance
Parks & Athletics Council
The Parks & Athletics Council will discuss and vote on proposed fees for synthetic turf field use, and will also discuss the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. The meeting includes approval of the August 2021 minutes and other business.
- Discussion and vote on synthetic turf field use fees
- Discussion of Parks & Recreation Master Plan
- Approval of August 2021 minutes
- Next meeting scheduled for October 5, 2021
The Parks and Athletics Council unanimously approved raising the synthetic turf field fee for tournament use from $300 to $600 per day per field. The council also approved the August minutes. On the Parks & Athletics Master Plan, the board received survey results and was asked to return to the next meeting prepared to discuss them in depth and suggest possible funding solutions, with projects and priorities to be set in October and a public forum planned for November or December.
- Approved August minutes (unanimous)
- Approved increasing synthetic turf tournament fee from $300/day to $600/day per field (unanimous)
- Received Parks & Athletics Master Plan survey results; directed board to discuss in depth and bring funding solutions to next meeting
- Adjourned
Farragut Education Relations Committee
The Farragut Education Relations Committee will meet to approve minutes from August 4, 2021, and discuss school events and fundraising dates. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the discussion of upcoming school activities.
- Approval of minutes from August 4, 2021
- Discussion of school events and fundraising dates
The Farragut Education Relations Committee met to hear updates from the Education Foundation, student representatives, and committee members regarding school supplies, upcoming events, and volunteer opportunities. The committee also discussed and approved the amended minutes from the August 4, 2021 meeting. No other formal votes or substantive policy decisions were recorded.
- Approved amended August 4, 2021 meeting minutes
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider approving two professional services agreements with Urban Engineering, Inc. for the design of the Sonja Drive Sidewalk Extension and the Evans Road Greenway Connection. The board will also vote on a resolution to adopt a Special Event Co-Sponsorship Policy. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes and reports from the mayor and town administrator.
- Approval of $58,975 contract with Urban Engineering for Sonja Drive Sidewalk Extension design (Admiral Road to Oran Road)
- Approval of $28,050 contract with Urban Engineering for Evans Road Greenway Connection design (Cottages at Pryse Farm to Farm at Willow Creek)
- Resolution R-2021-08 to adopt a Special Event Co-Sponsorship Policy for events on Town property or with Town sponsorship
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved two professional services agreements with Urban Engineering, Inc. for design work: a Sonja Drive sidewalk extension not to exceed $58,975 and an Evans Road greenway connection not to exceed $28,050. The board also voted to table Resolution R-2021-08, which would adopt a Special Event Co-Sponsorship Policy, until its September 23 meeting. The agenda and minutes of the August 26, 2021 meeting were approved, and committee representatives gave reports on goals for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Approved professional services agreement with Urban Engineering, Inc. for Sonja Drive Sidewalk Extension design, not to exceed $58,975 (5-0)
- Approved professional services agreement with Urban Engineering, Inc. for Evans Road Greenway Connection design, not to exceed $28,050 (5-0)
- Tabled Resolution R-2021-08 adopting a Special Event Co-Sponsorship Policy until the September 23 meeting (5-0)
- Approved the September 9, 2021 meeting agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved the minutes of the August 26, 2021 meeting as presented (5-0)
FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission is holding a staff/developer meeting to discuss several zoning code amendments and site plans. Items include allowing accessory dwelling units in the Agricultural district, permitting custom baseball/softball field lighting, a church building expansion, a final plat for a new subdivision phase, and a subdivision connectivity exemption. Public hearings are scheduled for the church site plan and Brookmere Phase 3 final plat.
- Amendment to allow accessory dwelling units in Agricultural district (A) with criteria
- Amendment to allow custom baseball/softball field lighting not affecting neighbors
- Public hearing: site plan for second floor addition to First Baptist Concord Church Educational Building, 11704 Kingston Pike, zoned R-3
- Public hearing: final plat for Brookmere Phase 3, Parcel 054, Tax Map 152, 34.67 acres, 52 lots, zoned R-1/OSR
- Amendment to exempt estate-sized lots in subdivisions of 10 or fewer units from path connectivity requirements
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop to review bids for McFee Park Phase 3 construction and discuss a proposed revised Capital Investment Program (CIP) budget. The board will also hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to rezone property at 12422 Union Road from R-2 to R-1, and another to amend the FY2021-2022 budget. The meeting includes routine items like approval of minutes and reports.
- Workshop: Review of McFee Park Phase 3 bids; construction budget $8,000,000, remaining $90,675
- Proposed CIP revision includes $550,000 for 4 tennis courts with lighting, $115,000 all-purpose court, $400,000 tennis pavilion/restroom, $500,000 parking, $429,000 engineering/design
- Ordinance 21-14: Rezone 15.5 acres at 12422 Union Road from R-2 to R-1 (Keeney Property Subdivision)
- Ordinance 21-15: Amend State Street Aid and Equipment Fund for FY2021-2022 budget
- Public comment period for non-agenda items
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a zoning change for a portion of the Keeney Property Subdivision and amended the State Street Aid and Equipment Fund budget. The board also authorized a one-time COVID-19 vaccine incentive payment for town employees.
- Approved Ordinance 21-14 to rezone 15.5 acres at 12422 Union Road from R-2 to R-1 (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-15 to increase State Street Aid and Equipment Fund expenditures (4-0)
- Approved one-time $200 COVID-19 vaccine incentive per employee, not to exceed $14,800 (4-0)
- Approved August 12, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved August 26, 2021 meeting agenda (4-0)
Beer Board
The Farragut Beer Board approved minutes from the August 12, 2021 meeting and voted on several beer permit requests. They approved a Class 4 on-premise tavern beer permit for Mind Yer P's & Q's at 12144 Kingston Pike Ste 104, and Class 6 special occasion permits for Farragut Business Alliance HARVESTFEST (October 3, 2021) and Octoberfest (October 1-3, 2021). All motions passed unanimously with Alderman Meyer absent.
- Approved Class 4 on-premise tavern beer permit for Mind Yer P's & Q's, 12144 Kingston Pike Ste 104
- Approved Class 6 special occasion beer permit for Farragut Business Alliance HARVESTFEST, October 3, 2021
- Approved Class 6 special occasion beer permit for Octoberfest, October 1-3, 2021
- Approved minutes of August 12, 2021 meeting
The Farragut Beer Board approved the minutes of its August 12, 2021 meeting and granted three beer permits. It approved a Class 4 on-premise tavern beer permit for Mind Yer P's & C's at 12744 Kingston Pike Ste 104, a special occasion beer permit for the Farragut Business Alliance HARVESTFEST on October 1, 2021, and a special occasion beer permit for Octoberfest on October 1-3, 2021. All votes were unanimous among the four members present, with Alderman Meyer absent.
- Approved minutes of August 12, 2021 meeting (4-0, Meyer absent)
- Approved Class 4 on-premise tavern beer permit for Mind Yer P's & C's, 12744 Kingston Pike Ste 104 (4-0, Meyer absent)
- Approved special occasion beer permit for Farragut Business Alliance HARVESTFEST, October 1, 2021 (4-0, Meyer absent)
- Approved special occasion beer permit for Octoberfest, October 1-3, 2021 (4-0, Meyer absent)
Farragut Museum Committee
The Farragut Museum Committee is meeting to approve minutes from August 10, review the financial report, and hear updates from the Historic Resources Coordinator on exhibits and lectures. They will also discuss committee name tags, the museum and gift shop schedule, and gift shop matters. This is a routine business meeting with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from August 10, 2021
- Financial report review
- Historic Resources Coordinator report on exhibits and lectures
- Discussion of committee name tags
- Museum and gift shop schedule update by Joyce Moran
The Farragut Museum Committee met to review financial reports and upcoming museum events. The committee formally approved the minutes from their August 10, 2021, meeting.
- Approved August 10, 2021 meeting minutes
Visual Resources Review Board
The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will meet to approve minutes, elect officers, and review two applications: a tenant panel sign for Luna Boutique and a revised landscape plan for Kingston Pike Village Phase II. Staff recommends approval of both, with the landscape plan subject to adding two landscape islands.
- Luna Boutique tenant panel sign at 11320 Station West Drive (Appalachian Log Square)
- Revised landscape plan for Kingston Pike Village Phase II at 13140 Kingston Pike
- Annual election of officers (Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary)
- Approval of July 27, 2021 meeting minutes
The Visual Resources Review Board approved its July 27, 2021 minutes and elected officers for the year: Marty Layman as Chairman, Brittany Moore as Vice-Chairman, and Jeanie Stow as Secretary, all by unanimous votes. The board also approved a tenant panel sign for Luna Boutique Suites at 11320 Station West Drive and a revised landscape plan for Kingston Pike Village, Phase II at 13140 Kingston Pike, subject to adding two landscape islands in the parking lot south of the retail buildings. All actions passed unanimously.
- Approved July 27, 2021 minutes as submitted (unanimous)
- Elected Marty Layman as Chairman (unanimous)
- Elected Brittany Moore as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
- Elected Jeanie Stow as Secretary (unanimous)
- Approved tenant panel sign for Luna Boutique Suites at 11320 Station West Drive (unanimous)
- Approved revised landscape plan for Kingston Pike Village, Phase II at 13140 Kingston Pike, subject to adding two landscape islands in the parking lot south of the retail buildings (unanimous)
Municipal Planning Commission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold a workshop on undeveloped land and housing, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings on several development proposals. Items include a water line replacement, fiber optic installation for schools, a re-subdivision, site plan amendments, and a line-of-sight evaluation. The commission will also discuss a single-family subdivision concept, CLUP text amendments, and increased tree protection penalties.
- Water line replacement on Thornton Drive in Thornton Heights Subdivision
- Underground fiber optic conduit for Farragut Primary, Intermediate, Middle, and High Schools
- Re-subdivision of Mary Smith property, 328 Boring Road, 4 lots, 17.83 acres, R-2
- Kingston Pike Village Phase 2 site plan amendment, 115 S. Watt Road, 8 acres, PCD
- Discussion on single-family subdivision and commercial development near 12403 Kingston Pike, 14.5 acres
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission approved five items on August 19, 2021: a water line replacement on Thornton Drive, underground fiber conduit to serve four Farragut schools, a re-subdivision plat and open-space variance for the Mary Smith property on Boring Road, site plan amendments for Kingston Pike Village Phase 2, and a screening fence plan for Moses Watersports. Each motion passed unanimously. Four other items — outdoor storage at Ag-Pro, a possible subdivision and commercial project near the Dollar General on Kingston Pike, CLUP text amendments, and higher tree-removal penalties — were discussion only, with no action taken.
- Approved water line replacement on Thornton Drive in Thornton Heights Subdivision, with erosion/traffic coordination and as-built requirements (unanimous)
- Approved underground fiber optic conduit for Farragut Primary, Intermediate, Middle and High Schools, amended to require work outside peak school traffic hours (unanimous)
- Approved 10% open space variance for Mary Smith property re-subdivision, 328 Boring Road, 4 lots on 17.83 acres (unanimous)
- Approved re-subdivision plat for 328 Boring Road subject to addressing seven staff comments, including a $300 variance filing fee and a pedestrian facility along the Boring Road frontage (unanimous)
- Approved site plan amendments for Kingston Pike Village Phase 2 (grocery store and retail shops), 115 S. Watt Road, subject to 13 staff conditions (unanimous)
- Approved line-of-sight screening plan for Moses Watersports, 11470 Outlet Drive, with an eight-foot wood fence and maintenance requirement (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda and the July 15, 2021 minutes as submitted (unanimous)
- No action taken on four discussion-only items: Ag-Pro outdoor storage, a concept for subdivision/commercial development on Tax Map 152 parcels, CLUP text amendments, and increased tree-protection penalties
Stormwater Advisory Committee
The Farragut Stormwater Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the July minutes, discuss the 2020-2021 Annual MS4 Stormwater Report, and handle any business items. The meeting is primarily a review and discussion session, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Discussion of 2020-2021 Annual MS4 Stormwater Report
- Approval of July 8, 2021 minutes
- Next meeting set for September 9, 2021 at 3:45 PM
The Farragut Stormwater Advisory Committee reviewed the TDEC Division of Water Resources Annual Report MS4 Permit with no errors found. The committee also approved the minutes from the previous July 8, 2021 meeting. No other substantive business items were addressed.
- Approved July 8, 2021 meeting minutes
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold first readings on two ordinances: one to rezone 15.5 acres at 12422 Union Road from R-2 to R-1 to allow agricultural uses, and another to amend the FY2021-2022 State Street Aid budget. The board will also vote on a zoning appeals appointment, a subdivision sign request, and a street resurfacing change order. The meeting includes a beer board session for a special occasion permit.
- First reading of Ordinance 21-14 to rezone Lots 1-3, Keeney Property Subdivision, 12422 Union Road, from R-2 to R-1
- First reading of Ordinance 21-15 to increase State Street Aid Fund appropriations by $856,000 for resurfacing
- Approval of permanent subdivision sign for The Preserve at Turkey Creek on Painted Turtle Lane ROW
- Approval of Change Order No. 1 for Contract 2021-05, Resurfacing of Various Streets
- Beer board: special occasion permit for St. John Neumann 'Harvesting for Him' event
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved first reading of Ordinance 21-14 to rezone three lots in the Keeney Property Subdivision at 12422 Union Road from R-2 to R-1, and first reading of Ordinance 21-15 to amend the FY2021-2022 State Street Aid and Equipment Fund budgets. The board also approved Change Order No. 1 to Contract 2021-05 for street resurfacing at a cost of $53,063, appointed Jeff Devlin to the Board of Zoning Appeals, and approved a subdivision sign in the Painted Turtle Lane right-of-way for The Preserve at Turkey Creek subject to conditions. All votes were unanimous with no nays.
- Approved Ordinance 21-14 on first reading to rezone Lots 1-3 of Keeney Property Subdivision, 12422 Union Road, from R-2 to R-1 (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-15 on first reading to amend FY2021-2022 State Street Aid and Equipment Fund budgets (5-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 1, Contract 2021-05, Resurfacing of Various Streets, at a cost of $53,063 (5-0)
- Appointed Jeff Devlin to the Board of Zoning Appeals for an unexpired term ending June 2023 (5-0)
- Approved subdivision sign and streetscape plan for The Preserve at Turkey Creek in Painted Turtle Lane right-of-way, subject to utility verification, as-built survey, and maintenance/liability agreement (5-0)
- Approved the agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved the minutes of July 22, 2021, as presented; Alderman Pinchok abstained (4-0, 1 abstention)
Beer Board
The Farragut Beer Board approved a special occasion beer permit for a church event and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Both items passed unanimously.
- Approved Class 6 special occasion beer permit for St. John Neumann Catholic Church 'Harvesting for Him' event
- Approved minutes of June 10, 2021 meeting
The Farragut Beer Board approved a Class 6 special occasion beer permit for the St. John Neumann Catholic Church "Harvesting for Him" event. The board also approved the minutes of its June 10, 2021 meeting. Both motions passed with no nays.
- Approved Class 6 special occasion beer permit for St. John Neumann Catholic Church "Harvesting for Him" event (5-0)
- Approved minutes of the June 10, 2021 meeting (5-0)
Parks & Athletics Council
The Farragut Parks & Athletics Council is meeting to approve minutes, elect officers, discuss and vote on FY2022 goals, and review results from an insider survey for the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. They will also receive an update on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The meeting includes a dinner at 6:00 p.m. and the business session at 7:00 p.m.
- Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
- Discussion and vote on FY2022 goals
- Review of Insider Survey results for Parks & Recreation Master Plan
- Update on Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
The Parks and Athletics Council approved its June minutes, elected Bob Brock as Chairman, Jeff Ullian as Vice-Chairman, and Bill McAdams as Secretary, and approved the FY2022 goals proposed by staff. The council also agreed on FY2021 achievements and received updates on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, McFee Park, the Blue Cross/Blue Shield playground, and the Capital Investment Plan. No funding decisions were made; the field allocation process will be expanded to include the tennis courts at McFee.
- Approved June minutes (motion by Jeff Ullian, seconded by Randy Armstrong)
- Elected Bob Brock as Chairman
- Elected Jeff Ullian as Vice-Chairman
- Elected Bill McAdams as Secretary
- Agreed on FY2021 achievements as proposed by staff
- Approved FY2022 goals proposed by staff (motion by Jeff Devlin, seconded by Jeff Ullian)
- Expanded field allocation process to include tennis courts at McFee
Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee
The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on its goals for fiscal year 2022. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, introductions, and scheduling of future meetings. This is a routine planning session with no major decisions or public hearings.
- Discussion and vote on FY 2022 goals
- Approval of minutes
- Remaining FY 22 meeting schedule: Sep 21, Nov 16, Jan 18, Mar 15, May 17
The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee approved the July meeting minutes and established six goals for fiscal year 2022, which include a mobile visitor center, intercept interviews, QR code surveys, increased visitor data collection, and stronger business networking.
- Approved July meeting minutes (one abstention)
- Approved six FY 2022 goals including mobile visitor center and intercept interviews
Farragut Museum Committee
The Farragut Museum Committee is meeting to elect officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Gift Shop Manager, and Student Members), approve the June 2021 minutes, and discuss goals and projects. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific policy or financial items listed.
- Election of officers: Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Gift Shop Manager, Student Members
- Approval of June 2021 minutes
- Discussion of goals and projects
The Farragut Museum Committee elected its officers for 2021-2022, including Bill Rhodes as Chairman, Todd Klepper as Vice Chairman, Dot LaMarche as Secretary, and Sue-Ann Hansler as Gift Shop Manager. The committee approved the Farragut Museum Advisory Committee Goals FY 2022 and amended its bylaws to change youth member appointments, officer duties, and meeting times. The minutes of June 22, 2021 were approved with corrections. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Elected Bill Rhodes as Chairman (motion carried)
- Elected Todd Klepper as Vice Chairman (motion carried)
- Elected Dot LaMarche as Secretary (motion carried)
- Elected Sue-Ann Hansler as Gift Shop Manager (motion carried)
- Approved Catherine Horwege and Dhruvin Patel as Student Members (motion carried)
- Approved June 22, 2021 minutes as corrected (motion carried)
- Approved Farragut Museum Advisory Committee Goals FY 2022 (motion carried)
- Approved bylaws changes regarding membership, officers, and meeting times (motion carried)
Arts & Beautification Committee
The Farragut Arts & Beautification Committee is meeting to approve minutes, elect officers (chair, vice chair, secretary), and discuss the goals/project list for Fiscal Year 2022. They will also review upcoming events including ArtFest, Freaky Friday, Town Decorating, and Celebrate the Season. This is a routine administrative and planning meeting.
- Election of officers: chair, vice chair, secretary
- Goals/Project List for Fiscal Year 2022
- ArtFest (September)
- Freaky Friday (October)
- Town Decorating (November) and Celebrate the Season (December)
The committee approved its July minutes and elected officers for the 2021-2022 fiscal year: Diane Duncan as Chair, Annie Judkins as Vice Chair, and Bettye Newby as Secretary. It adopted the FY 2022 goals by acclamation, which list events including Art Fest in September, Freaky Friday in October, holiday decorating in November, Celebrate the Season and Holiday Decoration Awards in December, and Pleasant Forest Cemetery in April 2022. No other business was taken up.
- Approved July minutes as distributed (motion carried)
- Elected Diane Duncan as Chair for FY 2021-2022
- Elected Annie Judkins as Vice Chair for FY 2021-2022
- Elected Bettye Newby as Secretary for FY 2021-2022
- Adopted FY 2022 goals by acclamation
- Adjourned at 8:00 PM
Farragut Education Relations Committee
The committee will hold a roundtable discussion with school principals. Members will also elect a Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary.
- Roundtable discussion with school principals
- Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
- Discussion of Farragut H.S SGA upcoming plans
The Farragut Education Relations Committee met on August 4, 2021, and elected Mandy Kincaid as Chairman, Janet Morgan as Vice Chairman, and Mary Nussbaum as Secretary. The committee also approved the minutes of its June 7, 2021 meeting. Most of the meeting was a roundtable discussion with school principals about school culture, challenges, enrollment, and faculty numbers; no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved June 7, 2021 minutes (all present voted in favor)
- Elected Mandy Kincaid as Chairman, Janet Morgan as Vice Chairman, and Mary Nussbaum as Secretary (all voted in favor)
FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will discuss several development concepts and land use designations. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding screening requirements for a watersports site plan.
- Outdoor storage and display concept at 13127 Kingston Pike
- Single-family subdivision and commercial development on 14.5 acres near 12403 Kingston Pike
- CLUP text amendments for Medium and High-Density Residential designations
- Public hearing on line-of-sight screening for Moses Watersports at 11470 Outlet Drive
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a request for an administrative interpretation regarding a denied site plan for a covered structure. The applicant is appealing a staff decision that the structure violates the 50-foot peripheral building setback at 736 Harbor Way.
- Public hearing: Administrative interpretation of site plan denial at 736 Harbor Way
- Review of 50-foot peripheral building setback requirements in the R-4 Zoning District
Visual Resources Review Board
The Visual Resources Review Board is reviewing several applications for ground-mounted subdivision signs and landscape plans. Items include signage for Old Stage Farms and Preserve at Turkey Creek, as well as landscaping requirements for Moses Water Sports.
- Tenant panel sign for Autism in Motion at 11121 Kingston Pike
- Permanent ground mounted signs for Old Stage Farms subdivision off Old Stage Road
- Permanent ground mounted sign for Preserve at Turkey Creek subdivision off Turkey Creek Road
- Landscape plan for Old Stage Farms subdivision
- Landscape plan for Moses Water Sports at 11470 Outlet Drive
The Visual Resources Review Board approved sign applications for Autism in Motion and Old Stage Farms, and a landscape plan for Moses Water Sports. The Board also recommended approval of a sign location in the public right-of-way for the Preserve at Turkey Creek to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
- Approved tenant panel sign for Autism in Motion at 11121 Kingston Pike (Unanimous)
- Approved two ground mounted signs for Old Stage Farms subject to a survey (Unanimous)
- Recommended approval of ROW use and streetscape plan for Preserve at Turkey Creek to Board of Mayor and Aldermen (Unanimous)
- Approved monument sign design and landscaping for Preserve at Turkey Creek subject to survey and maintenance agreement (Unanimous)
- Approved landscape plan for Old Stage Farms (Unanimous)
- Approved landscape plan for Moses Water Sports subject to tree substitutions and relocation (Unanimous)
- Approved June 22, 2021, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider several business items, including appointments, a safety grant resolution, equipment purchases, an engineering contract supplement, and a chamber agreement. The board will also hold a citizen forum for public comment.
- Approve appointment of Annie Judkins to the Farragut Museum Committee
- Resolution R-2021-07 to participate in Public Entity Partners 'Safety Partners' Matching Grant Program
- Purchase two John Deere 1570 mowers for $60,617.12 via Sourcewell contract
- Supplement Qk4 engineering services for Watt Road/Kingston Pike intersection improvements, increasing fee to $153,867.15
- Renew Memorandum of Understanding with Farragut West Knox Chamber of Commerce for FY 2022
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved all five business items on its July 22, 2021 agenda, including a one-year appointment to the Museum Committee, a safety grant resolution, the purchase of two John Deere mowers, an engineering supplement for the Watt Road/Kingston Pike intersection, and a one-year MOU with the Farragut West Knox Chamber of Commerce. Alderman Pinchok was absent for all votes; no nays were recorded. The meeting also included routine approval of the agenda and the July 8, 2021 minutes, and adjourned at 6:30 PM.
- Approved agenda as presented (4-0, Pinchok absent)
- Approved July 8, 2021 minutes with amendments (4-0, Pinchok absent)
- Appointed Annie Judkins to a one-year term on the Farragut Museum Committee (4-0, Pinchok absent)
- Approved Resolution R-2021-07 authorizing participation in the Public Entity Partners 'Safety Partners' Matching Grant Program (4-0, Pinchok absent)
- Approved purchase of two John Deere 1570 mowers from Ag-Pro for $60,617.12 (4-0, Pinchok absent)
- Approved $11,467.15 supplement to Qk4, Inc. for engineering services at Watt Road/Kingston Pike (4-0, Pinchok absent)
- Approved one-year MOU with the Farragut West Knox Chamber of Commerce, $18,000 for FY2022 (4-0, Pinchok absent)
Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee
The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, elect officers for FY 2022, hear the Tourism Coordinator's report, get a tournament incentive update, and vote on a youth representative. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items with no major policy decisions or financial contracts listed.
- Election of officers for FY 2022
- Tourism Coordinator report by Karen Tindal
- Tournament incentive update
- Youth representative vote
- All Town Committee Meeting/Annual Goals Session on August 10 at Farragut Community Center
The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee approved its March meeting minutes and elected its FY 2022 officers: Julie Blaylock as Secretary, Candace Vioxx as Chair, and Darryl Whitehead as Co-Chair, all passed unanimously. The committee voted to select Ms. Cho as its youth representative, leaving Mr. Patel available for assignment to the museum committee. Members also received updates on hotel occupancy recovery, the Longwoods travel study, Visit Farragut marketing efforts, and a new tournament incentive of $2.55 credit per room night that took effect July 1.
- Approved March meeting minutes (motion seconded, approved)
- Elected Julie Blaylock as Secretary for FY 2022 (unanimous)
- Elected Candace Vioxx as Chair for FY 2022 (unanimous)
- Elected Darryl Whitehead as Co-Chair for FY 2022 (unanimous)
- Selected Ms. Cho as TVAC youth representative (motion seconded, approved)
Arts & Beautification Committee
The Farragut Arts & Beautification Committee is meeting to approve minutes and receive updates on the Art Show and the upcoming ArtFest in September. They will also begin preliminary planning for Celebrate the Season. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.
- Approval of minutes
- Art Show update
- ArtFest (September) planning
- Start thinking of Celebrate the Season
The Arts and Beautification Committee approved its June minutes as distributed. Members discussed plans for Art Fest on Sunday, September 12 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and Celebrate the Season on Thursday, December 2 from 4:30 to 7:00 PM at the Community Center. The committee also reviewed the prior Art Show, which drew 102 pieces of art, and set a Town Hall decorating date of Friday, November 19. No funding, contracts, or ordinances were voted on.
- Approved June minutes as distributed (motion carried)
- Adjourned the meeting at 12:12 PM (motion carried)
Municipal Planning Commission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings on multiple land use requests, including new subdivisions and zoning changes. The agenda includes discussions on site plans for commercial expansions and potential rezoning for residential properties.
- Re-subdivision of 3.81 acres at 713 Concord Road into 3 lots
- Preliminary plat for Keeney Property Subdivision at 12422 Union Road (25.74 acres, 6 lots)
- Final plat for Preserve at Turkey Creek (10.23 acres, 13 lots)
- Site plan for Moses Watersports at 11470 Outlet Drive
- Dining room expansion of approximately 500 square feet at Big Kahuna Wings
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission voted 8-1 on July 15, 2021 to deny Resolution PC-21-11, which would have changed the future land use map for a 20-acre portion of Parcel 069, Tax Map 142 from Medium Density Residential to High Density Residential. The commission also voted 8-1 to not support Resolution PC-21-10, which would have rezoned the same property from R-1 and R-2 to R-6 Multi-Family Residential. Both actions followed staff recommendations against the changes. The commission approved several subdivision and site plan items, including variances and plats for the Keeney Property Subdivision and Moses Watersports, and postponed a final plat for Preserve at Turkey Creek.
- Denied Resolution PC-21-11 (future land use map amendment to High Density Residential) 8-1
- Voted not to support Resolution PC-21-10 (rezoning to R-6 Multi-Family Residential) 8-1
- Approved variance for 30-foot right of way for Keeney Property Subdivision (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary plat for Keeney Property Subdivision with conditions (unanimous)
- Approved final plat for Preserve at Turkey Creek with conditions and postponement of stabilization issue (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for Moses Watersports with conditions, screening height to be reviewed in August (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PC-21-09 for zoning map amendment of Lots 1-3 Keeney Property from R-2 to R-1 (unanimous)
- Retained existing officers: Holladay as Chairman, St. Clair as Vice-Chairman, Russ as Secretary (unanimous)
Stormwater Advisory Committee
The committee will conduct organizational business including the election of officers and approval of past meeting minutes. The Stormwater Coordinator will also provide a permit overview and discuss initiatives for fiscal year 2022.
- Election of officers
- Stormwater permit overview
- FY22 committee initiatives
The committee elected its officers for the 2021-2022 term and approved minutes from three previous meetings. Members discussed potential initiatives for the year, including wildlife program certification and adopt-a-stream. No other business items were decided.
- Elected Violet Freudenberg as Chair, Valerie McFall as Vice Chair, and Jennifer Mayfield as Secretary (Voice vote: All in favor)
- Approved August 13, 2020 minutes (All in favor)
- Approved May 13, 2021 minutes (All in favor; 1 abstention)
- Approved June 10, 2021 minutes (All in favor)
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider approving two professional services agreements for traffic studies: a $69,500 study of Grigsby Chapel Road by CDM Smith, Inc., and a study of Jamestowne Boulevard by Cannon & Cannon, Inc. The board will also vote on revisions to the Farragut Museum Committee charter to expand its membership. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, a mayor's report, and a citizens forum.
- Approval of Professional Services Agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for Grigsby Chapel Road Traffic Mitigation Study ($69,500 lump sum)
- Approval of Professional Services Agreement with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. for Jamestowne Boulevard Traffic Study
- Approval of Farragut Museum Committee Charter Revision (increase voting members from 9 to 11, youth members from 1 to 3)
- Appointments to the Municipal Planning Commission
- Citizens Forum for public comment
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a $69,500 professional services agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for a Grigsby Chapel Road traffic mitigation study and an $80,000 agreement with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. for a Jamestowne Boulevard traffic study. The Board also approved revisions to the Farragut Museum Committee charter to expand voting and youth members and reappointed two members to the Municipal Planning Commission.
- Approved agenda and July 8, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0, 2 absent)
- Reappointed Jon Greene and Noah Myers to the Farragut Municipal Planning Commission
- Approved Farragut Museum Committee charter revision increasing voting members from 9 to 11 and youth members from 1 to 3 (3-0, 2 absent)
- Approved $69,500 Professional Services Agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for Grigsby Chapel Road Traffic Mitigation Study with amended scope (3-0, 2 absent)
- Approved $80,000 Professional Services Agreement with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. for Jamestowne Boulevard Traffic Study (3-0, 2 absent)
FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold staff/developer discussions and public hearings on several development requests, including a proposed rezoning of 20 acres north of the old Ingles building from R-1 to R-6 and a future land use map change from Medium to High Density Residential. Other items include a final plat for a 13-lot subdivision, a site plan for a watersports business, and access and expansion requests for two Kingston Pike properties.
- Rezoning request for Parcel 069, Tax Map 142 (20 acres) from R-1 to R-6 (Multi-Family Residential)
- Future land use map amendment for same parcel from Medium Density Residential to High Density Residential
- Final plat for Preserve at Turkey Creek, 13 lots, 10.23 acres, zoned R-2
- Site plan for Moses Watersports, 11470 Outlet Drive, 6.8 acres, zoned OD-RE/E
- Access request for property west of Weigels at 12001 Kingston Pike
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider a second reading of Ordinance 21-09. This ordinance would require a concept plan for rezoning requests to Open Space Mixed Residential (OSMR) to show the distribution of attached and detached housing units. The Board will also review committee appointments and an annual debt management policy review.
- Ordinance 21-09: Requiring concept plans for OSMR rezoning requests
- Resolution R-2021-06: Annual Debt Management Policy Review
- FY2022 Committee Appointments approval
- Farragut Education Relations Committee Charter Revision
The Board approved a contract with Whaley Construction, LLC for emergency repairs to Andover Boulevard. Additionally, the Board passed an ordinance amending zoning requirements for concept plans in Open Space Mixed Residential districts and approved revisions to the Education Relations Committee charter.
- Approved contract with Whaley Construction, LLC for emergency road repairs
- Approved Ordinance 21-09 regarding OSMR zoning concept plans (4-0)
- Approved revisions to Education Relations Committee charter (4-0)
- Appointed Mary Cook and Mary Nussbaum to Education Relations Committee (4-0)
- Approved Resolution R-2021-06, Annual Debt Management Policy (4-0)
- Approved June 10, 2021 workshop and meeting minutes
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Farragut Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on an administrative interpretation of staff's denial of a site plan for a covered structure built within a 50-foot peripheral building setback at 736 Harbor Way in the Turkey Creek Harbor Subdivision. The board will also approve minutes from its February 24, 2021 meeting.
- Public hearing on administrative interpretation of staff denial of site plan for covered structure at 736 Harbor Way
- Structure constructed within 50-foot peripheral building setback in Turkey Creek Harbor Subdivision
- Applicant: Bobby Sanford
- Approval of minutes from February 24, 2021 meeting
Visual Resources Review Board
The Visual Resources Review Board will consider several ground-mounted sign applications and a phase one landscape plan. The board will also review applications for subdivision entrance signs and appoint a new student representative.
- Fox Den HOA subdivision entrance signs at Olympic Drive and Saint Andrews Drive
- 38 square foot multi-tenant monument sign for Blockbuster Property Center at 11135 Kingston Pike
- Phase I landscape plan for Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms near Kingston Pike and Brooklawn Street
- Appointment of a student representative for the 2021-2022 fiscal year
The Visual Resources Review Board recommended approval of two permanent Fox Den subdivision entrance signs in the Olympic Drive and Saint Andrews Drive rights-of-way, subject to arborist review and a Town-approved maintenance agreement, and separately approved the monument signs themselves. The Board approved a multi-tenant monument sign at 11135 Kingston Pike with dark letters on a light background and a required survey. It also approved the Phase I landscape plan for the Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms development and appointed Ms. Inas Lalani as youth/student representative for 2021-2022. All votes passed unanimously on roll call.
- Recommended ROW use and streetscape plan for Fox Den sign at Olympic Drive to Board of Mayor and Aldermen, subject to arborist and maintenance agreement (unanimous roll call)
- Approved Fox Den monument sign at Olympic Drive (unanimous roll call)
- Recommended ROW use and streetscape plan for Fox Den sign at Saint Andrews Drive to Board of Mayor and Aldermen, subject to arborist and maintenance agreement (unanimous roll call)
- Approved Fox Den monument sign at Saint Andrews Drive (unanimous roll call)
- Approved 38 sq ft multi-tenant monument sign at 11135 Kingston Pike, first color option (dark letters on light background), with survey required (unanimous roll call)
- Approved Phase I landscape plan for Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms off Kingston Pike and Brooklawn Street (unanimous roll call)
- Appointed Ms. Inas Lalani as youth/student representative for 2021-2022 (unanimous roll call)
- Approved May 25, 2021 minutes as submitted (unanimous)
Farragut Museum Committee
The Farragut Museum Committee is meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports, and hear the Historic Resources Coordinator's report on the Humanities TN Traveling Exhibition, upcoming events, and student committee applications. Other business includes updates on the 4th of July parade float and discussions about the museum and gift shop operating schedule.
- Approval of May 25, 2021 minutes
- Financial reports review
- Humanities TN Traveling Exhibition update
- 4th of July Parade Float update
- Museum and Gift Shop operating schedule discussion
Arts & Beautification Committee
The Arts & Beautification Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Beautification Awards and Art Show, select a youth representative, and plan for ArtFest in September. The agenda is mostly routine updates and planning, with no major decisions or financial items listed.
- Beautification Awards update
- Art Show update
- Youth Representative selection
- ArtFest (September) planning
The committee approved the May meeting minutes and selected a new student representative. Members coordinated logistics for the upcoming Art Show and discussed activity suggestions for Art Fest.
- Approved May meeting minutes
- Selected Emilie Murr as student representative
Municipal Planning Commission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several subdivision plats and a pedestrian bridge proposal. The body will also discuss updates to the Major Road Plan and the appointment of a new youth representative.
- Public hearing for a pedestrian bridge at 12715 Union Road
- Preliminary plat for Keeney Property Subdivision (12422 Union Road, 25.74 acres, 4 lots)
- Final plat for Old Stage Farms Subdivision (12630 Old Stage Road, 5.65 acres, 9 lots)
- Modification discussion for Bridgemore Subdivision off McFee Road
- Site plan amendments for Kingston Pike Village – Phase 2 at 115 S. Watt Road
The Commission approved a pedestrian bridge site plan at 12715 Union Road and entrance signs for the Fox Den Subdivision. Members also approved a final plat for the Old Stage Farms Subdivision and adopted Resolution PC-21-08 regarding updates to the Major Road Plan. Additionally, Henry Standaert was appointed as the youth representative for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Approved pedestrian bridge site plan at 12715 Union Road (9-0)
- Approved Fox Den Subdivision entrance signs (9-0)
- Approved final plat for Old Stage Farms Subdivision (9-0)
- Approved Resolution PC-21-08 for Major Road Plan updates (9-0)
- Appointed Henry Standaert as youth representative (9-0)
- Postponed Keeney Property Subdivision plat to July (9-0)
Stormwater Advisory Committee
The Farragut Stormwater Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear a report on notices of violation (NOVs), and appoint a youth member. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major policy decisions or funding items listed.
- Approval of minutes from May 13, 2021 and August 13, 2020
- Stormwater Coordinator report on NOVs (notices of violation)
- Appointment of a youth member to the committee
- Next meeting scheduled for July 8, 2021 at 3:45 PM
The supplied minutes record agenda items including the approval of previous minutes, a stormwater coordinator report on NOVs, the appointment of a youth member, and confirmation of the next meeting date, but do not record specific outcomes, votes, or substantive decisions.
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop, beer board meeting, and regular meeting. They will vote on the FY2022 budget, zoning amendments for refuse screening and open space residential concept plans, and several annual road maintenance contracts. The board will also hear an appeal of a concept plan approval for the Grove at Boyd Station subdivision and consider change orders for McFee Park Phase 3.
- Ordinance 21-13: Adopting the annual budget for FY2022 (July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022)
- Ordinance 21-08: Amending zoning to address screening requirements for below-grade refuse collection and recycling systems (Binova, LLC)
- Ordinance 21-09: First reading to require a concept plan for Open Space Mixed Residential (OSMR) rezoning requests
- Approval of bids for annual on-call contracts: road maintenance (2022-01), pavement marking (2022-02), guardrail maintenance (2022-03), signal maintenance (2022-04)
- Appeal of the Concept Plan Approval for the Grove at Boyd Station Subdivision
The Board approved the annual budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021. Several on-call maintenance contracts for roads, pavement marking, guardrails, and signals were awarded. The Board also denied an appeal regarding the concept plan for the Grove at Boyd Station subdivision.
- Approved FY2022 Annual Budget (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-08 regarding refuse collection screening requirements (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-09 on first reading regarding OSMR rezoning concept plans (4-0)
- Awarded Contract 2022-01 for road maintenance to Pavement Restorations Inc (4-0)
- Awarded Contract 2022-02 for pavement marking to Volunteer Highway Supply (4-0)
- Awarded Contract 2022-03 for guardrail maintenance to Roadway Solutions, LLC (4-0)
- Awarded Contract 2022-04 for signal maintenance to Stansell Electric Company (4-0)
- Denied appeal of Concept Plan Approval for the Grove at Boyd Station subdivision (3-0, 1 abstention)
Beer Board
The Farragut Beer Board approved minutes from May 13, 2021, and granted two Class 6 special occasion beer permits to the Farragut Business Alliance for MUSICFEST at West End (July 9-10, 2021) and DOG DAZE 5 (August 13-15, 2021). All votes were unanimous among the four aldermen present; Mayor Williams was absent.
- Approved Class 6 beer permit for MUSICFEST at West End, July 9-10, 2021
- Approved Class 6 beer permit for DOG DAZE 5, August 13-15, 2021
- Approved minutes of May 13, 2021 meeting
The Beer Board approved two Class 6 special occasion beer permits for the Farragut Business Alliance. The board also approved the minutes from the May 13, 2021, meeting.
- Approved May 13, 2021 minutes (4-0)
- Approved Class 6 permit for MUSICFEST at West End, July 9-10, 2021 (4-0)
- Approved Class 6 permit for DOG DAZE 5, August 13-15, 2021 (4-0)
Parks & Athletics Council
The Farragut Parks & Athletics Council is meeting to approve May minutes, vote on a youth representative, and discuss field allocation. A separate field allocation meeting follows at 7:00 p.m. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major funding or policy decisions listed.
- Vote on youth representative
- Field allocation discussion
- Approval of May 2021 minutes
- Field allocation meeting at 7:00 p.m.
The Parks and Athletics Council approved minutes and selected Ria Padhye as youth representative, both by unanimous votes of those present. It adopted a tournament field-use proposal limiting groups to 2 weekends per month and 3 weekends per season, with at least 1.5 days per weekend and additional booking allowed if weekends remain open after field allocation. Members also discussed field allocation for diamond and rectangle fields and heard Parks and Rec Master Plan focus group feedback; no fee changes were decided, only noted as a future consideration.
- Approved prior meeting minutes (all present in favor)
- Selected Ria Padhye as youth representative (all present in favor)
- Adopted tournament limits: 2 weekends per month and 3 weekends per season per group, at least 1.5 days per weekend, extra booking allowed if weekends remain open (all present in favor)
- Adjourned the meeting (all present in favor)
Farragut Education Relations Committee
The Farragut Education Relations Committee will meet to appoint a youth representative to serve a two-year term. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Appointment of the Youth Representative to the Farragut Education Relations Committee for a two-year term
- Approval of May 3, 2021, meeting minutes
The Farragut Education Relations Committee approved its April 5, 2021 minutes and discussed upcoming meeting dates. The committee will meet June 7, 2021, and cancelled its July 5, 2021 meeting. School principals will be invited to the August 2, 2021 meeting, and a new youth representative will be appointed at the June meeting.
- Approved April 5, 2021 minutes (all present in favor)
- Set next meeting for June 7, 2021
- Cancelled July 5, 2021 meeting
- Agreed to invite school principals to August 2, 2021 meeting
- New youth representative to be appointed at June meeting
FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold discussions and public hearings on several subdivision plats, a zoning change, and site plan amendments. Items include preliminary and final plats for new subdivisions, a concept plan modification, a request to rezone 20 acres from R-1 to R-6 for multifamily housing, and changes to the Kingston Pike Village Phase 2 site plan.
- Preliminary plat for Keeney Property Subdivision, 12422 Union Road, 25.74 acres, 4 lots, R-2
- Final plat for Old Stage Farms Subdivision, 12630 Old Stage Road, 5.65 acres, 9 lots, R-2
- Concept plan modification for northwest portion of Bridgemore Subdivision off McFee Road, R-1/OSR
- Zoning map amendment for Parcel 069, Tax Map 142 (north of old Ingles building), 20 acres, R-1 to R-6
- Site plan amendments for Kingston Pike Village Phase 2 (grocery store and retail shops), 115 S. Watt Road, PCD, 8 acres
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider adopting the annual budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. They will also hold second readings on ordinances to increase municipal court costs and amend the 2020-2021 budget.
- Ordinance 21-13: Adopting the annual budget for July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022
- Ordinance 21-10: Increasing municipal court costs to $115.00 per citation
- Ordinance 21-12: Amending the FY 2020-2021 budget to add $30,000 for Watt Road pedestrian crossing lights and $6,082 for insurance fund contributions
- Ordinance 21-08: First reading regarding screening requirements for Binova, LLC refuse systems
- Resolution R-2021-05: Approval of the FY2022 Fee Schedule
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved three ordinances on second and final reading: Ordinance 21-10 raising municipal court costs to $115 per citation, Ordinance 21-11 letting the board set meeting times and places, and Ordinance 21-12 amending the FY2020-2021 budget. On first reading, the board approved Ordinance 21-08 on screening for below-grade refuse containers and Ordinance 21-13, the FY2022 annual budget. The board also approved the FY2022 fee schedule, later reconsidering it to add a $125 table-and-chair rental at the McFee Great Pavilion, and set board meetings to begin at 6:00 PM at Farragut Town Hall. Alderman Meyer was absent for all votes.
- Approved Ordinance 21-10, raising municipal court costs to $115 per citation, second and final reading (4-0, Meyer absent)
- Approved Ordinance 21-11, letting the board set meeting time and place, second and final reading (4-0, Meyer absent)
- Approved Ordinance 21-12, amending FY2020-2021 Capital Investment Program and Insurance Fund budgets, second and final reading (4-0, Meyer absent)
- Approved Ordinance 21-08 on first reading, amending screening rules for below-grade refuse and recycling systems (4-0, Meyer absent)
- Approved Ordinance 21-13 on first reading, adopting the FY2022 annual budget (4-0, Meyer absent)
- Approved Resolution R-2021-05, FY2022 Fee Schedule (4-0, Meyer absent)
- Reconsidered R-2021-05 and amended it to add $125 table-and-chair rental at McFee Great Pavilion (4-0, Meyer absent)
- Approved board meetings to begin at 6:00 PM at Farragut Town Hall (4-0, Meyer absent)
Visual Resources Review Board
The Visual Resources Review Board is reviewing several ground sign applications and landscape plans for local developments. Items include tenant panels, monument signs, and landscaping for various commercial and residential projects.
- Tenant panel sign review for Tennessee Cutlery at 11414 Kingston Pike
- 18 square foot monument sign review for UBank at 155 North Campbell Station Road
- 38 square foot multi-tenant monument sign review for Blockbuster Property Center at 11135 Kingston Pike
- Landscape plan review for Villages of Farragut (Phase II) at 230 Village Commons Boulevard
- Landscape plan review for Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms
The Visual Resources Review Board approved a tenant panel sign for Tennessee Cutlery and a monument sign for UBank. A revised landscape plan for Villages of Farragut Phase II was approved, while a sign request for the Blockbuster property was tabled.
- Approved Tennessee Cutlery tenant panel sign at 11414 Kingston Pike (Unanimous)
- Approved UBank monument ground sign at 155 North Campbell Station Road (Unanimous)
- Tabled Blockbuster property ground sign at 11135 Kingston Pike pending corrected plans (Unanimous)
- Approved revised landscape plan for Villages of Farragut, Phase II at 230 Village Commons Boulevard (Unanimous)
- Approved April 27, 2021, minutes (Unanimous)
Farragut Museum Committee
The committee will review financial reports and the previous meeting's minutes. Members will also discuss the museum and gift shop operating schedules and receive updates regarding the gift shop from Todd Klepper.
- Approval of April 27, 2021 minutes
- Financial reports review
- Museum and gift shop operating schedule discussion
- Gift shop updates from Todd Klepper
The committee approved a plan to update the museum gift shop's merchandise and physical layout, with costs to be paid from the Gift Shop Account. New operating hours for the museum and gift shop were established effective June 1, 2021. The committee also approved the April 2021 minutes and the May financial report.
- Approved April 27, 2021 minutes
- Approved May financial report (Savings: $71,992.05; Checking: $2,777.89)
- Approved gift shop updates including new merchandise and redecorating
- Set museum and gift shop hours to Monday-Friday, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM effective June 1, 2021
Municipal Planning Commission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a preliminary plat for the 285-lot Grove at Boyd Station subdivision, a site plan update for the Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms, and a zoning text amendment to require concept plans for OSMR rezonings. The commission will also discuss updates to the Major Road Plan and a proposed change to meeting start time. The agenda includes approval of minutes and utilities, plus a citizen forum.
- Preliminary plat for Grove at Boyd Station Subdivision, 12611 Boyd Station Road, 132 acres, 285 lots, zoned R-1/OSMR
- Site plan update for Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms, 11230-11240 Kingston Pike and 133 Concord Road, 37.08 acres, zoned PCD and FPD
- Zoning text amendment to require a concept plan for OSMR rezonings to show attached vs. detached unit distribution
- Discussion on Major Road Plan updates and cross sections for local and major collector streets
- Discussion on changing meeting start time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat for the Grove at Boyd Station Subdivision, a 132-acre, 285-lot development on Boyd Station Road, subject to staff comments except one about a trail connection that the applicant said raised drainage concerns. The Commission also approved a site plan for the Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms on Kingston Pike, subject to staff comments except one about window transparency on the Aldi building. It recommended approval of a zoning amendment requiring a concept plan for attached vs. detached units in the OSMR district. A discussion on the Major Road Plan and a proposal to move meeting start times to 6:00 p.m. produced no decisions.
- Approved Grove at Boyd Station preliminary plat, 132 acres, 285 lots (8-0), subject to staff comments except #8 on a Chantilly Avenue trail connection
- Approved Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms site plan, 37.08 acres (8-0), subject to staff comments except #6 on Aldi window transparency
- Recommended approval of Resolution PC-21-07 for Ordinance 21-09, requiring a concept plan with OSMR rezoning requests (8-0)
- Approved the May 20, 2021 agenda as submitted (8-0)
- Approved the April 15, 2021 minutes as submitted (8-0)
- No action on Major Road Plan updates and cross sections — discussion only
- Did not support changing Planning Commission meeting start time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- No utilities items submitted; no citizen forum comments
Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss and vote on a proposed incentive plan to encourage groups renting Town of Farragut facilities to use local hotels. The plan proposes issuing a rebate of $2.55 per hotel room night to organizing groups, up to the total facility rental charge.
- Vote on Tournament Incentive Plan
- Proposed $2.55 per hotel room night rebate for facility renters
- Incentive eligibility for athletic fields, Community Center, and McGill Plaza
- Discussion regarding focus groups
The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee met to review tourism reports, discuss a proposed tournament incentive rebate program, and provide feedback for the Parks and Rec Master Plan. The committee approved the March meeting minutes and discussed upcoming events, local construction projects, and future youth representative applications.
- Approved March meeting minutes
Arts & Beautification Committee
The committee will review beautification awards and receive an update regarding the Art Show. Members will also discuss Pleasant Forest for the 2021/2022 period.
- Beautification Awards presentation
- Art Show update
- Pleasant Forest (2021/2022) discussion
The Arts and Beautification Committee voted on and named the winners of its 2021 beautification awards for local businesses and residential areas. Members also discussed the upcoming Art Show on June 26-27 at the Community Center, a Pleasant Forest Cemetery event planned for spring 2022, and activity ideas for Art Fest. The committee changed its meeting time from 4:00 PM to 11:30 AM on the third Monday of the month at the Community Center. The meeting adjourned at 4:55 PM.
- Named 2021 beautification award winners, including Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union, Farragut Gateway, Camden Grove, Concord United Methodist, Chili's Grill & Bar, Autumn Care, and Comfort Suites
- Changed meeting time to 11:30 AM on the third Monday of the month at the Community Center
- Adjourned the meeting at 4:55 PM
Stormwater Advisory Committee
The Stormwater Advisory Committee will meet to review the Stormwater Coordinator Report. This report includes updates on staffing, program status, infrastructure, and Notices of Violation (NOVs).
- Approval of February 11, 2021 minutes
- Stormwater Coordinator Report on staffing and programs
- Discussion of stormwater infrastructure
- Review of NOVs
The Stormwater Advisory Committee approved its February 2021 minutes without change and confirmed that Violet Freudenberg will assume the President's responsibilities through the end of the current term after Ken Hawkins resigned due to relocation. Staff reported no open Notices of Violation, ongoing pipe repair starting in Village Green, and that stormwater system mapping may restart in July. The committee also discussed possible AmeriCorps funding, Tree City certification, and a proposed ordinance change allowing higher native grass in riparian buffers. No other formal votes were recorded.
- Approved February 2021 minutes without change (motion by Valerie, seconded by Ed)
- Violet Freudenberg to assume President responsibilities through end of current term following Ken Hawkins' resignation
- Confirmed next meeting for Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 3:45 p.m. in the Town Hall Board Room
- Adjourned the May meeting at 16:59
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider ordinances to increase municipal court costs to $115.00 per citation and allow more flexibility for meeting times and locations. The meeting also includes business items regarding a pedestrian crossing contract and employee medical insurance.
- Ordinance 21-10: Proposed increase of municipal court costs to $115.00 per citation
- Ordinance 21-11: Proposed change to allow the Board to direct the time and place of regular meetings
- Ordinance 21-12: Proposed amendment to the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Capital Investment Program and Insurance Fund
- Change Order 1 for Contract 2021-08 regarding the Watt Road Pedestrian Crossing
- Class 6 special occasion beer permit request for the Southern Tequila & Taco Festival on July 23, 2021
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved three ordinances on first reading: raising municipal court costs to $115 per citation, changing when and where regular meetings are held, and amending the FY2020-2021 budget. The board also approved Change Order 1 for the Watt Road Pedestrian Crossing and a Memorandum of Understanding with the State of Tennessee for employee medical insurance. All votes were unanimous with no nays. The meeting adjourned at 7:42 PM.
- Approved Ordinance 21-10 on first reading, raising court costs to $115 per citation (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-11 on first reading, amending meeting time and place rules (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-12 on first reading, amending FY2021 Capital Investment Program and Insurance Fund budgets (5-0)
- Approved Change Order 1 for Contract 2021-08, Watt Road Pedestrian Crossing, adding in-pavement lights for $26,291 (5-0)
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding with the State of Tennessee for employee medical insurance (5-0)
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved April 22, 2021 workshop minutes (5-0)
- Approved April 22, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
Beer Board
The Farragut Beer Board met to approve previous meeting minutes and a special occasion beer permit. The board approved a Glass 6 permit for the Southern Tequila & Taco Festival scheduled for July 23, 2021.
- Approval of February 11, 2021, meeting minutes
- Glass 6 special occasion beer permit for Southern Tequila & Taco Festival on July 23, 2021
The Beer Board approved a special occasion beer permit for the Southern Tequila & Taco Festival scheduled for July 23, 2021. The board also approved the minutes from the February 11, 2021, meeting.
- Approved February 11, 2021 minutes (5-0)
- Approved Glass 6 special occasion beer permit for Southern Tequila & Taco Festival, July 23, 2021 (5-0)
Parks & Athletics Council
The Parks & Athletics Council will meet to discuss fee structures for McFee Phase 3. The meeting also includes discussions regarding tournaments and tourism.
- Fee discussion for McFee Phase 3
- Tournament and tourism discussion
The Parks and Athletics Council approved the proposed fee schedule and reservation process for McFee Park Phase 3 amenities, with recommendations for a 10 PM closing and consideration of additional lights. It separately approved the proposed Pavilion rental fee and the Farragut Hotel Incentive Plan. The great lawn will not be rented during the first year while sod is established, and the FHS tennis teams' use question will be decided by BOMA.
- Approved minutes of the 1/13/2021 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved proposed McFee Park Phase 3 fee schedule and reservation process with recommendations: 10 PM closing instead of 9 PM and consideration of additional lights on until 10 PM (unanimous)
- Approved proposed Pavilion rental fee (unanimous)
- Approved and recommended the Farragut Hotel Incentive Plan (unanimous)
FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission staff/developer agenda for May 4, 2021, covers three items for the May 20 FMPC meeting: a preliminary plat for a 285-lot subdivision, updates to the Major Road Plan and Subdivision Regulations on street construction, and a site plan update for the Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms. Public hearings are scheduled for the subdivision and town center items.
- Preliminary plat for Grove at Boyd Station Subdivision, 132 acres, 285 lots, 12611 Boyd Station Road, zoned R-1/OSMR
- Discussion on updates to Major Road Plan and Subdivision Regulations for street construction requirements
- Site plan update for Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms, 37.08 acres, 11230 Kingston Pike, 11240 Kingston Pike, 133 Concord Road, zoned PCD and FPD
Farragut Education Relations Committee
The Farragut Education Relations Committee reviewed updates from local primary, intermediate, middle, and high schools. Vice Mayor Louise Povlin discussed a plan to request a $1,000 budget from the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
- Farragut Intermediate School raised $29,500 during the Farragut Footloose fundraiser
- Farragut Middle School PTO raised $8,000 for the Admiral Out Campaign
- The Love Kitchen Can Food Drive collected 37,000 cans and approximately $6,000 in donations
- Proposed $1,000 budget request to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen
- Town Committee application deadline for high school juniors and seniors is May 14, 2021
The Farragut Education Relations Committee approved its April 5, 2021 minutes and discussed upcoming meeting dates. The committee will meet June 7, 2021, and cancelled its July 5, 2021 meeting. School principals will be invited to the August 2, 2021 meeting, and a new youth representative will be appointed at the June meeting.
- Approved April 5, 2021 minutes (all present in favor)
- Set next meeting for June 7, 2021
- Cancelled July 5, 2021 meeting
- Agreed to invite school principals to August 2, 2021 meeting
- New youth representative to be appointed at June meeting
Farragut Museum Committee
The Farragut Museum Committee is meeting to discuss museum hours and the PARD Master Plan Focus Group. The agenda is brief and contains only these two discussion items, with no decisions or proposals detailed.
- Discussion of museum hours
- Discussion of PARD Master Plan Focus Group
The Farragut Museum Committee approved minutes from March 23, 2021 and voted to open the Museum Monday through Friday from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm effective June 1, 2021. The committee also heard reports on March visitors (103), the April financial balances, and plans for a July 3rd parade float and a program on Admiral Farragut. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved March 23, 2021 minutes (motion carried)
- Approved Museum hours Monday-Friday 11:00 am-2:00 pm effective June 1, 2021 (motion carried)
Visual Resources Review Board
The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will review several sign and landscape applications. Staff recommends denial of the Old Stage Farms subdivision entrance sign due to non-compliance, and cannot recommend approval of the Villages of Farragut Phase II landscape plan due to incompleteness. The board will also consider sign applications for Daddy Mac's and Sir Goony's.
- Daddy Mac's ground sign and interstate pole sign refacing at 11335 Campbell Lakes Drive
- Sir Goony's new 40 sq ft monument ground sign at 10925 Kingston Pike
- Old Stage Farms subdivision entrance sign off Old Stage Road - staff recommends denial
- Villages of Farragut Phase II landscape plan at 230 Village Commons Boulevard - incomplete, no approval recommendation
- Approval of March 23, 2021 meeting minutes
The Visual Resources Review Board approved sign applications for Daddy Mac's and Sir Goony's. A request for the Old Stage Farms Subdivision entrance sign was denied due to setback and application standard issues. A landscape plan for the Villages of Farragut, Phase II was tabled for updates.
- Approved Daddy Mac’s ground sign at 11335 Campbell Lakes Drive (Unanimous)
- Approved Daddy Mac’s interstate pole sign refacing at 11335 Campbell Lakes Drive (Unanimous)
- Approved Sir Goony’s ground sign at 10925 Kingston Pike subject to survey (Unanimous)
- Denied Old Stage Farms Subdivision entrance sign on Old Stage Road (Unanimous)
- Tabled Villages of Farragut, Phase II landscape plan for updates (Unanimous)
- Approved March 23, 2021 minutes (Unanimous)
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider approving three change orders for the McFee Park Phase 3 project, totaling $38,455, and award a street resurfacing contract. The board will also discuss a supplement to Ross-Fowler for as-built survey services at McFee Park, though that item is postponed to the May meeting.
- Approval of Change Orders 5, 6 & 7 for Contract 2020-12, McFee Park Phase 3, totaling $38,455 and a 13-day extension
- Approval of Contract 2021-05, Street Resurfacing, with low bid of $672,277.60 from Duracap Asphalt Co., Inc., plus additions for a total of $748,161.85
- Resurfacing of McFee Road, Glen Abbey Boulevard, Harrison Road, and two greenway sections
- Addition of Port St. Charles Drive and San Martin Lane to the resurfacing contract
- Supplement to Ross-Fowler for As-Built Survey Services, McFee Park Phase 3 (postponed to May)
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved Change Orders 5, 6 and 7 for Contract 2020-12, McFee Park Phase 3, totaling $38,455.00 with a 13-day contract extension. The Board awarded Contract 2021-05 for street resurfacing to Duracap Asphalt Co. at its low bid of $672,277.60, plus additional streets and curb ramps for a total cost of $748,161.85. A budget workshop was held before the meeting where the Town Administrator presented a classification and compensation report and proposed FY2022 program changes; no decisions on those items are recorded in these minutes. The agenda item for a Ross-Fowler as-built survey supplement for McFee Park Phase 3 was removed from the agenda and postponed to the May meeting.
- Approved Change Orders 5, 6 & 7 for Contract 2020-12, McFee Park Phase 3, $38,455.00 and 13-day extension (5-0)
- Awarded Contract 2021-05 street resurfacing to Duracap Asphalt Co., low bid $672,277.60, total $748,161.85 with added streets and curb ramps (5-0)
- Approved agenda with removal of item V.B., Ross-Fowler as-built survey services for McFee Park Phase 3 (5-0)
- Approved April 8, 2021 workshop meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved April 8, 2021 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
Arts & Beautification Committee
The committee will review the Focus Group Complete Package and discuss upcoming community events. Members will also address beautification awards and potential dates for an art show and BookFest.
- Focus Group Complete Package review
- Beautification Awards scheduled for May 3 to 7
- BookFest planning for potentially the 1st Sunday in September
- Ribbon cutting at Ralph McGill Plaza (Campbell Station Inn Plaza)
- Pleasant Forest (2021/2022) discussion
The committee discussed upcoming events: Art Fest (formerly Book Fest) in September 2021 at the Community Center, an art show on June 26-27 with entry fees and cash awards, the return of Beautification Awards with photos taken May 3-7, and a Pleasant Forest Cemetery event in spring 2022. It also reviewed the Ralph McGill Plaza dedication on May 7 and began discussion of a 10-year Parks and Recreation Master Plan, with a community survey planned for August. No formal votes on these items were recorded; the only motion was to adjourn.
- No substantive decisions were voted on; items were discussed and planned
- Art Fest (formerly Book Fest) set for a Sunday afternoon in September 2021 at the Community Center; date not confirmed
- Art show scheduled for June 26-27 at the Community Center with five categories and entry fees of $15 for first three entries, $10 for last two
- Beautification Awards to return in 2021; photos of homes and businesses to be taken May 3-7
- Pleasant Forest Cemetery event planned for spring 2022 with hired actors portraying people buried there
- Ralph McGill Plaza dedication set for May 7 with music at 5:30 PM and ceremony at 6:00 PM
- Parks and Recreation Master Plan discussion held; survey to be developed and sent out in August
- Meeting adjourned at 5:33 PM (motion by Ron Williams, seconded by Beverley Hammond)
Municipal Planning Commission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing the proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for fiscal years 2022 through 2027. The agenda presents project costs by category (General Government, Parks, Engineering) and year, with a total CIP cost of $25,662,000 and total funding of $30,384,302. The commission is discussing the plan, which outlines future capital projects and funding sources.
- CIP total: $25,662,000 over FY2022-FY2027
- Engineering projects: $14,500,000 total, largest category
- Parks projects: $5,439,000 total
- General Government projects: $5,723,000 total
- Funding total: $30,384,302, with available fund balance projected
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission voted 9-0 to recommend against two rezoning requests from Horne Properties, Inc. — one for 20 acres north of the old Ingles building and one for 68.31 acres at 11500 Kingston Pike — because staff said the applications were incomplete without required traffic impact studies and inconsistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The commission approved the FY2022 Capital Improvement Program 9-0 and approved a re-subdivision plat at 354 Boring Road 9-0 with a pedestrian facility easement added to an existing First Utility District water line easement. It also approved a code amendment on screening for below-grade refuse and recycling systems 9-0, and approved civil plan sheets for the Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms site plan 9-0 so initial demolition and grading could begin. Discussion of an OSMR code amendment and updates to the Major Road Plan was deferred to next month 9-0.
- Approved the agenda as submitted (9-0)
- Approved the March 18, 2021 minutes (6-0-3; Dick, Bellamy, Povlin abstained)
- Approved the FY2022 CIP as presented (9-0)
- Approved pedestrian facility easement within the existing 20-foot FUD water line easement for the 354 Boring Road re-subdivision plat, with a plat note that timing be revisited if Lot 1R-1 is further subdivided (8-0, Dick abstained)
- Approved the 354 Boring Road re-subdivision plat subject to three staff conditions (9-0)
- Recommended against Resolution PC-21-04 rezoning 20 acres north of the old Ingles building from R-1/R-2 to R-6, citing an incomplete application lacking a traffic impact study (9-0)
- Recommended against Resolution PC-21-05 rezoning 68.31 acres at 11500 Kingston Pike, citing an incomplete application lacking a traffic impact study (9-0)
- Approved Resolution PC-21-06 recommending an amendment to the zoning code on screening for below-grade refuse and recycling systems (9-0)
Board of Plumbing and Gas/Mechanical Examiners
The Farragut Board of Plumbing and Gas/Mechanical Examiners will meet to approve minutes, discuss old and new business, and review one applicant, John Fodge, for a plumbing or gas/mechanical license. Public comments on the applicant are invited.
- Review of John Fodge for a Farragut plumbing or gas/mechanical license
- Approval of minutes
- Old business and new business discussion
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a budget workshop and regular meeting. The main business item is a vote on a variance from the driveway spacing requirement for the proposed access points of the Meadows on McFee Subdivision. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, a mayor's report, and a citizens forum.
- Variance from driveway distance requirement for Meadows on McFee Subdivision access points
- Budget workshop covering FY2022 capital projects, including Virtue Road Phase II ($6.96M) and Union Road Improvements ($3.52M)
- Proposed FY2022 tourism fund budget with $253,000 in room occupancy tax revenue
- Proposed FY2022 equipment replacement fund with $173,500 in expenditures
- Proposed FY2022 state street aid fund with $1.03M in expenditures
At its April 8, 2021 meeting, the Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a variance from the driveway separation requirement for arterial streets for the proposed access points of the Meadows on McFee Subdivision. The vote was unanimous (5-0). Earlier that evening, the board held a budget workshop where the Town Administrator reviewed proposed Tourism, Street Aid, Equipment, Insurance and Capital Investment Program budgets for Fiscal Year 2022; no budget votes were recorded. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes of March 11, 2021 and March 25, 2021.
- Approved variance from driveway distance requirement for arterial streets for Meadows on McFee Subdivision access points (5-0)
- Approved the April 8, 2021 meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes of March 11, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved minutes of March 25, 2021 Budget Workshop (5-0)
Farragut Education Relations Committee
The Farragut Education Relations Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive school updates, and discuss its update report and budget request to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. The agenda includes public comments and other business. The meeting is a regular session with no specific action items listed beyond the budget request discussion.
- Approval of January 11, 2021 minutes
- School updates
- Education Relations Committee update report and budget request to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen
- Public comments
The committee approved the minutes from the January 11, 2021 meeting. Members received updates on fundraisers and event dates for local primary, intermediate, middle, and high schools.
- Approved January 11, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission staff/developer meeting on March 30, 2021, will discuss and hold public hearings on three items ahead of the April 15 FMPC meeting. These include a concept plan for a 285-lot subdivision, updates to the Major Road Plan and Subdivision Regulations, and a site plan for the Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19.
- Concept plan for Grove at Boyd Station Subdivision, 132 acres, 285 lots, zoned R-1/OSMR, at 12611 Boyd Station Road
- Discussion on updates to Major Road Plan and Subdivision Regulations for street construction requirements
- Site plan for Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms, 37.08 acres, zoned PCD and FPD, at 11230 Kingston Pike, 11240 Kingston Pike, and 133 Concord Road
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a budget workshop at 5:30 PM. The regular BMA meeting is cancelled with no agenda items. The workshop will be held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Budget workshop scheduled for 5:30 PM
- Regular BMA meeting cancelled with no agenda items
- Meeting held virtually per Governor Lee's executive orders
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen met on March 25, 2021 to review the proposed Capital Investment Program budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The minutes record no decisions, votes, or approvals from that workshop. The regular BMA meeting was cancelled. The document is signed by Mayor Ron Williams and Town Recorder Allison Myers.
Visual Resources Review Board
The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board meets to decide on ground-mounted sign applications for US Cellular at 11661 Parkside Drive and Pep Boy’s at 10839 Kingston Pike, and to review a landscape plan for the Horizon Plaza development at 11011 Kingston Pike. The board also considers follow-up items from the previous meeting.
- US Cellular tenant panel sign at 11661 Parkside Drive
- Pep Boy’s monument ground sign refacing at 10839 Kingston Pike
- Horizon Plaza landscape plan at 11011 Kingston Pike with staff-recommended corrections
The Visual Resources Review Board approved a US Cellular tenant panel on an existing monument sign at 11661 Parkside Drive and a monument ground sign refacing at 10839 Kingston Pike for Pep Boys. It also approved the Horizon Plaza landscape plan at 11011 Kingston Pike, subject to final staff review, with staff able to refer it back to the Board if issues arise. The February 23, 2021 minutes were approved unanimously. A staff report on Kingston Pike Village Phase II plantings and fire lane access was given; no decision was made on that item.
- Approved February 23, 2021 minutes as submitted (unanimous)
- Approved US Cellular tenant panel at 11661 Parkside Drive (unanimous roll call)
- Approved Pep Boys monument ground sign refacing at 10839 Kingston Pike (unanimous roll call)
- Approved Horizon Plaza landscape plan at 11011 Kingston Pike, subject to final staff review (unanimous roll call)
Farragut Museum Committee
The Farragut Museum Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of minutes, a financial report on museum accounts, and reports from the Historic Resources Coordinator on a parade and summer/fall events. They will also discuss museum schedule, gift shop, and other business. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of minutes from December 1, 2020
- Financial report on museum accounts
- Historic Resources Coordinator report on parade and summer/fall events
- Discussion of museum schedule and gift shop
The Farragut Museum Committee approved its December 1, 2020 minutes by motion (Mayor Ron Williams, seconded by Dot LaMarche; motion carried). The February 23, 2021 minutes were distributed "for information only," not for approval. The rest of the meeting covered reports and discussion: a July 3rd parade float, a planned Admiral Farragut program, museum schedule and gift shop updates, and Parks and Recreation Master Plan focus groups. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved December 1, 2020 minutes as presented (motion carried)
- February 23, 2021 minutes distributed for information only, not approved
- No vote recorded on July 3rd parade float plans; Public Works purchased a trailer and will provide a truck
- No vote recorded on summer/fall Admiral Farragut program with speaker Tom Fine
- Museum schedule unchanged: Monday through Thursday, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
- Gift Shop inventory completed by Todd Klepper and Sue-Ann Hansler
- Mayor Williams stated Knox County Clerk's Office will remain at Farragut Town Hall
- Next meeting set for Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at 1:00 pm at the Community Center
Municipal Planning Commission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a KUB gas main installation, three subdivision plats, and discuss two large rezoning requests by Horne Properties, including a 68.31-acre property at 11500 Kingston Pike. The commission will also consider two zoning code amendments. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19.
- KUB gas main: 1,500 ft of 4-inch and 600 ft of 2-inch MDPE gas main along Everett Road, Long Ridge Road, Brochardt Boulevard, and Comblain Road
- Re-subdivision plat: 354 Boring Road, 2.61 acres, 2 lots, zoned R-2
- Re-subdivision plat: S. Hobbs Road and Old Stage Road, 0.96 acres, 2 lots, zoned R-1
- Preliminary plat: Meadows on McFee, 933 and 1013 McFee Road, 32 acres, 68 lots, zoned R-1/OSR
- Zoning map amendments: Parcel 069 (20 acres) to R-6; 11500 Kingston Pike (68.31 acres) to C-1, R-6, and R-4
The Municipal Planning Commission approved two variances and a preliminary plat for the 68-lot Meadows on McFee subdivision on McFee Road, subject to staff conditions. It also approved a KUB gas main extension along Everett Road, Long Ridge Road and streets in the Saddle Ridge and Fox Run subdivisions. A re-subdivision at 354 Boring Road was postponed to a later meeting so staff could work out a pedestrian easement with the property owner and First Utility District. Several zoning amendment requests were listed for discussion only, and one plat was removed from the agenda at staff's request.
- Approved KUB gas main extension (11,500 ft of 4-inch and 600 ft of 2-inch MDPE) with staff conditions (6-0)
- Approved variance from the Driveways and Other Accessways Ordinance for the Meadows on McFee subdivision (6-0)
- Approved variance from the Subdivision Regulations for a 30 mph design speed on Red Poppy Drive and Scarlet Sage Drive (6-0)
- Approved the preliminary plat for Meadows on McFee, 32 acres, 68 lots, with amended staff conditions (6-0)
- Postponed the 354 Boring Road re-subdivision plat and pedestrian facility variance to a later meeting (6-0)
- Removed the Gary Shelby property re-subdivision plat from the agenda at staff's request (5-0)
- Approved the February 18, 2021 minutes (5-0)
- Approved the agenda as amended (5-0)
Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee
The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss tourism matters. The agenda includes a report from the tourism coordinator, an update on a request for qualifications (RFQ), and a presentation from Madden Media. The meeting is open to the public via livestream and comments can be submitted by email.
- Approval of minutes
- Tourism Coordinator Report by Karen Tindal
- Update on RFQ by Wendy Robinson
- Presentation from Madden Media by TJ Fletcher
The committee reviewed tourism data and social media performance. BOMA unanimously approved a request for qualifications (RFQ) for Madden Media to rebuild the tourism website and develop a marketing strategy.
- Approved January meeting minutes
- BOMA unanimously approved RFQ for Madden Media
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen meets to adopt the town’s Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Strategic Plan and amend the current-year capital budget. The strategic plan sets seven critical success factors and priority initiatives for parks, infrastructure, finance, and regional collaboration. The board also considers a second-reading ordinance to adjust the FY2021 capital program by $13.1 million.
- Resolution R-2021-03 adopting FY2021-2022 Strategic Plan
- Ordinance 21-05 amending FY2021 capital budget from $1.28M to $14.39M (increase $13.11M)
- Contract with Madden Media for Visit Farragut website development ($40,000)
- Memorandum of Agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission ($25,000)
- Ordinance 21-04 rezoning 131.25 acres at McFee Road & Boyd Station Road to Open Space Mixed Residential Overlay
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved Resolution R-2021-03 adopting the Town's Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Strategic Plan, with amendments adding an economic initiatives review, revising the Regional Leadership and Collaboration description, and adding a traffic mitigation strategy for the Grigsby Chapel corridor. The board also approved Ordinance 21-05 on second and final reading, amending the FY2020-2021 Capital Investment Program budget by increasing appropriated expenditures from $1,277,000 to $14,391,311. During the Citizens Forum, four residents spoke asking the board to pass a resolution supporting Tennessee bills H.B. 1397 and S.B. 0857 regarding 5G cell tower placement; the minutes record no action or vote on that request.
- Approved Resolution R-2021-03 adopting the FY2021-2022 Strategic Plan, as amended (5-0)
- Approved amendments to the strategic plan: added economic initiatives review item, revised Regional Leadership and Collaboration description, added Grigsby Chapel corridor traffic mitigation strategy (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-05 on second and final reading amending the FY2020-2021 Capital Investment Program budget, increasing expenditures from $1,277,000 to $14,391,311 (5-0)
- Approved the March 11, 2021 meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved the February 25, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission staff/developer meeting will discuss two items for the March 18 FMPC agenda: a preliminary plat for a 68-lot subdivision on McFee Road, and a proposed zoning ordinance amendment about below-grade refuse systems. The meeting is virtual and open to the public.
- Preliminary plat for Meadows on McFee, 933 and 1013 McFee Road, 32 acres, 68 lots, zoned R-1/OSR
- Zoning ordinance amendment to Section XXIII, Site Plan Regulations, Paragraph C(6)(r) regarding below-grade refuse collection and recycling
- Public hearing scheduled for the preliminary plat
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and second reading on a rezoning of 131.25 acres at 12611 Boyd Station Road from General Single-Family Residential (R-2) to Open Space Mixed Residential Overlay (R-1/OSMR). The board will also consider first reading of an ordinance amending the FY 2020-2021 Capital Investment Program, approve a contract with Madden Media for Visit Farragut website development, and approve a 5K event application.
- Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 21-04 to rezone 131.25 acres at 12611 Boyd Station Road (McFee Road and Boyd Station Road intersection) from R-2 to R-1/OSMR
- First reading of Ordinance 21-05 to amend the FY 2020-2021 Capital Investment Program budget
- Approval of contract with Madden Media for Visit Farragut website development ($37,400 for development plus $2,000 for hosting/maintenance)
- Approval of 2021 Forget Me Not 5K event on April 24, 2021, using streets in Village Green subdivision, with $500 deposit
- Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for planning reports along I-40/75 in West Knox County
The Board approved a rezoning request for 131.25 acres at McFee and Boyd Station Roads to allow for mixed residential development. The Board also approved several contracts for tourism and planning, and formally accepted a list of public streets.
- Approved Ordinance 21-04 to rezone 131.25 acres to Open Space Mixed Residential Overlay (5-0)
- Approved $40,000 contract with Madden Media for Visit Farragut website development (5-0)
- Approved $25,000 agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission for I-40/75 planning reports (5-0)
- Approved Resolution R-21-03 to formally accept public streets and street names (5-0)
- Approved 2021 Forget Me Not 5K event application (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-05 on first reading to increase FY2020-2021 Capital Investment Program expenditures by $13,114,311 (5-0)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Farragut Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two requests: a variance to omit about 125 feet of sidewalk along Admiral Road for the Horizon Plaza development at 11011 Kingston Pike, and an administrative interpretation on whether a dog behaviorist and trainer qualifies as a 'professional service' under the zoning ordinance. The board will also approve minutes from the August 2020 meeting.
- Variance to omit 125 feet of sidewalk along Admiral Road for Horizon Plaza at 11011 Kingston Pike (6.08 acres, C-1 and FPD zoning)
- Administrative interpretation: whether dog behaviorist/trainer is a 'professional service' (Balance Paws K9 Training, 11135 Kingston Pike)
- Staff recommends approval of sidewalk variance with condition for future sidewalk extension covenant
- Staff considers dog training similar to professional services, but notes potential nuisance concerns
- Approval of minutes from August 26, 2020 meeting
Visual Resources Review Board
The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will consider approval of three tenant panel sign installations and a landscape plan for Phase II of the Kingston Pike Village development. Staff recommends approval of all items, with conditions on the landscape plan. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19 precautions.
- Tenant panel sign for Admirals Dough-Joe at 11665 Parkside Drive
- Tenant panel sign for Evolve Smoke Shop at 715 N. Campbell Station Road
- Tenant panel sign for Knoxville Orthodontics at 11213 West Point Drive
- Landscape plan for Kingston Pike Village Phase II (Grocery & Shops) at 13140 Kingston Pike
- Landscape plan approval subject to conditions including evergreen screening, tree substitutions, and Fire Marshal verification
The Visual Resources Review Board approved a landscape plan for a grocery store and shops at 13140 Kingston Pike, subject to staff recommendations and Fire Marshal review. The Board also approved three tenant sign panel applications.
- Approved January 26, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Admiral’s Dough-Joe tenant panel at 11665 Parkside Drive (unanimous)
- Approved Evolve Smoke Shop tenant panel at 715 N. Campbell Station Road (unanimous)
- Approved Knoxville Orthodontics tenant panel at 11213 West Point Drive with lettering contrast requirement (unanimous)
- Approved Kingston Pike Village Phase II landscape plan subject to staff recommendations and Fire Marshal review of fire lane trees (unanimous)
Farragut Museum Committee
The Museum Committee will review the financial report for museum accounts and hear a report from the Historic Resources Coordinator. The committee will also discuss museum scheduling, the gift shop, and upcoming exhibits and events.
- Approval of December 1, 2020 minutes
- Museum accounts financial report
- Historic Resources Coordinator report on exhibits, parades, and events
- Discussion regarding museum schedule and gift shop
The virtual meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not present. Attendees discussed the 2021 parade float and reached a consensus to reopen the Museum and Gift Shop on Mondays starting March 1, 2021.
- Consensus reached to reopen Gift Shop and Museum on Mondays effective March 1, 2021
Municipal Planning Commission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission met remotely to decide on four subdivision plats, three site plans, one rezoning, and one zoning map amendment. All approved items required fees and conditions to be met. Two zoning map amendments were discussed but not decided, and a workshop introduced form-based zoning concepts for future development standards.
- Approved re-subdivision plat at 11824 Kingston Pike, 1.79 acres, 3 lots, $90 drainage fee
- Approved final plat for Ivey Farms Subdivision Phase 1 Unit 2, 22 lots, 10.87 acres, $630 drainage fee
- Approved site plan for First Watch Restaurant, 111 Lovell Road, enclosure of outdoor seating
- Approved site plan for Kingston Pike Village Phase 2, 115 S. Watt Road, $140,000 erosion control letter of credit, $7,550 drainage fee
- Recommended rezoning of 131.25-acre parcel at 12611 Boyd Station Road from R-2 to R-1/OSMR with up to 100 attached units and lot combination required
The Planning Commission approved the final plat for the Mary E. Smith property and the site plan for Horizon Plaza, both with 8-0 votes. The Commission also approved variances for pedestrian facilities, open space, and driveway access for these projects. Two zoning map amendment requests were removed from the agenda at the applicant's request.
- Agenda amended to remove items 6 and 7 (8-0)
- January 21, 2021 minutes approved (8-0)
- Mary E. Smith plat approved with conditions (8-0)
- Variance to waive pedestrian facility on Lot 1 approved (8-0)
- Variance to waive 10% open space requirement approved (8-0)
- BlueCross Healthy Place Playground site plan approved (8-0)
- Horizon Plaza site plan approved with conditions (8-0)
- Variance for Kingston Pike driveway access approved (8-0)
Stormwater Advisory Committee
The Farragut Stormwater Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting to receive a coordinator’s report on stormwater system mapping, watershed planning, and education efforts. The group will also approve prior meeting minutes and set the date for the next session.
The Stormwater Advisory Committee approved its December 10, 2020 meeting minutes, with Louise Povlin abstaining and all other members present in favor. The January 2021 meeting was cancelled. The rest of the meeting was informational: staff reported on education and outreach, a stormwater mapping and assessment project, a possible joint Watershed Plan for Turkey Creek with Knox County, and staffing changes. No new business was raised, and the committee confirmed its next meeting for 3:45pm Thursday, March 11, 2021.
- Approved December 10, 2020 meeting minutes (all in favor; Louise Povlin abstained)
- Confirmed next meeting for 3:45pm Thursday, March 11, 2021
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a first reading of an ordinance to rezone about 131 acres at the eastern intersection of McFee Road and Boyd Station Road from General Single-Family Residential (R-2) to Open Space Mixed Residential Overlay (R-1/OSMR). The board will also consider awarding a contract for the Smith Road Sidewalk Project and a resolution establishing an aesthetic plan for vertical utility infrastructure. A presentation of the FY2020 financial report is also scheduled.
- Ordinance 21-04: Rezone 131.25 acres at 12611 Boyd Station Road (Parcels 50, 50.01, 54.01, 9.01, Tax Map 162) from R-2 to R-1/OSMR (first reading)
- Contract 2021-09: Award Smith Road Sidewalk Project to Whaley Construction, LLC for $622,664.90 (low bid)
- Resolution 21-02: Adopt Appendix E, Aesthetic Plan for Vertical Utility Infrastructure in Public Rights of Way
- Beer permit: Class 1 On-Premise Beer Permit for The Farragut Table, 10943 Kingston Pike
- Presentation of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for FY ended June 30, 2020
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved Ordinance 21-04 on first reading, a rezoning of 131.25 acres around the eastern intersection of McFee Road and Boyd Station Road from General Single-Family Residential (R-2) to Open Space Mixed Residential Overlay (R-1/OSMR). The motion added a condition that the zoning not take effect until the four parcels are combined, allowing the applicant to continue to second reading. The board also awarded Contract 2021-09 for the Smith Road Sidewalk Project to Whaley Construction and approved Resolution 21-02 creating an aesthetic plan for vertical utility infrastructure in public rights of way. All votes were unanimous with no nays.
- Approved Ordinance 21-04 rezoning 131.25 acres at McFee Road and Boyd Station Road from R-2 to R-1/OSMR on first reading, effective only after parcels are combined (5-0)
- Awarded Contract 2021-09, Smith Road Sidewalk Project, to Whaley Construction for $622,664.90 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-02 creating Appendix E, an Aesthetic Plan for Vertical Utility Infrastructure in Public Rights of Ways (5-0)
- Approved the meeting agenda as presented (5-0)
- Approved the January 28, 2021 minutes as presented (5-0)
Beer Board
The Farragut Beer Board met and approved the minutes from January 14, 2021. The board also approved a Class 1, On-Premise Beer permit for The Farragut Table at 10943 Kingston Pike. Both motions passed unanimously.
- Approved Class 1, On-Premise Beer permit for The Farragut Table, 10943 Kingston Pike
The Farragut Beer Board approved the minutes of its January 14, 2021 meeting and granted a Class 1, On-Premise Beer permit for The Farragut Table at 10943 Kingston Pike. Both votes were unanimous roll call votes with no nays. The meeting was held February 11, 2021 at 6:55 PM.
- Approved January 14, 2021 minutes as presented (5-0)
- Approved Class 1, On-Premise Beer permit for The Farragut Table, 10943 Kingston Pike (5-0)
Parks & Athletics Council
The Farragut Parks & Athletics Council is meeting virtually to discuss a program update and consider new fees, including a yearly permit fee for park programs and a special event fee at Campbell Station Inn/McGill Plaza. The meeting includes approval of January minutes and other business.
- New yearly permit fee for programs in parks
- New special event fee at Campbell Station Inn/McGill Plaza
- Farragut 40 Program update by Lauren Cox
- Approval of January 2021 minutes
The Council unanimously approved a new annual permit fee for for-profit park users and a tiered fee structure for special events at Ralph McGill Plaza. Staff provided updates on the Farragut 40 program, the community center gym floor, and McFee Park construction.
- Approved $100 yearly permit fee for for-profit park programs (Unanimous)
- Approved tiered special event fees for Ralph McGill Plaza (Unanimous)
- Approved February 9, 2021 meeting minutes
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold public hearings and second readings for three ordinances related to the Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms project, which would rezone properties at 11230 and 11240 Kingston Pike and 133 Concord Road. The board will also consider a supplemental request from Kimley Horn for additional engineering services for the Union Road Improvement Project. A workshop before the meeting will introduce form-based codes and discuss a housing need and demand study.
- Ordinance 21-01: amend future land use map for portion of Parcel 003.19, Tax Map 143 (133 Concord Road) from Medium Density Residential to Town Center
- Ordinance 21-02: rezone 43.63 acres at 11230 and 11240 Kingston Pike and 133 Concord Road from C-1 and R-2 to Planned Commercial Development (PCD)
- Ordinance 21-03: amend Mixed Use Town Center zoning ordinance for Biddle Farms project
- Supplemental request from Kimley Horn for additional engineering services for Union Road Improvement Project
- Workshop: introduction of form-based code and discussion of housing need and demand study
The Board approved three ordinances to amend the land use map, zoning map, and zoning ordinance to facilitate the Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms project. The Board also approved a supplemental engineering contract for the Union Road Improvement Project.
- Approved $52,600 engineering supplement for Union Road Improvement Project (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-01 to amend future land use map for 133 Concord Road to Town Center (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-02 to rezone 43.63 acres at Biddle Farms to Planned Commercial Development (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 21-03 to amend Zoning Ordinance regarding Mixed Use Town Center (5-0)
Visual Resources Review Board
The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will consider two items: a tenant panel sign for Reissing Health Family Chiropractic at 11657 Parkside Drive, and a revised landscape plan for the former Blockbuster Video center at 11135 Kingston Pike. Staff recommends approval of the sign and conditional approval of the landscape plan, subject to corrections. The meeting also includes approval of the December 15, 2020 minutes.
- Tenant panel sign for Reissing Health Family Chiropractic at 11657 Parkside Drive
- Revised landscape plan for former Blockbuster Video center at 11135 Kingston Pike
- Landscape plan conditions: correct shade tree calculations, remove Eastern Hop Hornbeam, update address, clarify no rear work
- Approval of minutes from December 15, 2020 meeting
The Visual Resources Review Board approved a revised landscape plan for the former Blockbuster Video commercial center at 11135 Kingston Pike, subject to five staff conditions and a request that the applicant check that new trees at the entrance do not block the ground sign. The roll call vote passed with six members in favor; one member lost audio and no vote was recorded. The board also approved a tenant sign panel for Reissing Health Family Chiropractic at 11657 Parkside Drive and approved the December 15, 2020 minutes.
- Approved tenant sign panel for Reissing Health Family Chiropractic at 11657 Parkside Drive (unanimous roll call)
- Approved revised landscape plan for former Blockbuster Video site at 11135 Kingston Pike, subject to five staff conditions and a request to review entrance trees for sign visibility (6 in favor; 1 member lost audio, no vote recorded)
- Approved December 15, 2020 minutes as submitted (unanimous)
Municipal Planning Commission
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several development projects, including a 131-acre rezoning request and multiple subdivision plats. The meeting will also address site plans for local businesses and a new aesthetic plan for utility infrastructure.
- Rezoning 131.25 acres at McFee Road and Boyd Station Road to R-1/OSMR
- rezoning 68.31 acres at 11500 Kingston Pike to include C-1 and R-6 zones
- Final plat for Ivey Farms Subdivision, Phase 1, Unit 2 (22 lots, 10.87 acres)
- Site plan for Kingston Pike Village — Phase 2 at 115 S. Watt Road
- Site plan for First Watch Restaurant at 111 Lovell Road to enclose outdoor seating
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission met remotely on January 21, 2021, and approved several subdivision and site plan items on 9-0 votes. It recommended approval of Resolution PC-21-01, a rezoning of about 131.25 acres at the eastern intersection of McFee Road and Boyd Station Road from R-2 to R-1/OSMR, subject to two conditions. Two other zoning map amendment requests were discussed for discussion purposes only, with no action taken. The meeting adjourned at 11:40 p.m.
- Approved the agenda as presented (8-0)
- Approved the December 17, 2020 minutes as submitted (8-0)
- Approved the re-subdivision plat at 11824 Kingston Pike, 1.79 acres, 3 lots, subject to staff conditions (9-0)
- Approved the final plat for Ivey Farms Subdivision Phase 1, Unit 2, 22 lots, 10.87 acres, subject to staff conditions (9-0)
- Approved the site plan to enclose the covered outdoor seating area at First Watch Restaurant, 111 Lovell Road, with a preference for Option 01 (9-0)
- Approved the site plan for Kingston Pike Village Phase 2 (grocery store and retail shops), 115 S. Watt Road, 8 acres, subject to 14 staff conditions (9-0)
- Recommended approval of Resolution PC-21-01 rezoning about 131.25 acres at the eastern intersection of McFee Road and Boyd Station Road from R-2 to R-1/OSMR, subject to conditions on attached units and lot combination (9-0)
- Approved Resolution 21-02, the Aesthetic Plan for Vertical Utility Infrastructure in Public Rights of Ways (9-0)
Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee
The committee will meet virtually to review reports from the Tourism Coordinator and discuss the Light the Park wrap-up. The meeting also includes an update on RFQ submissions.
- Tourism Coordinator Report
- Update on RFQ Submissions
- Light the Park wrap-up report
The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee approved its November meeting minutes and received reports on hotel occupancy, a travel sentiment study, social media growth, and the 2020 Light the Park event. The committee also heard that an RFQ process for a consultant has been narrowed to two firms, with a contract proposal possibly going to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen soon. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 8:57 a.m.
- Approved November meeting minutes (motion seconded, approved)
- No other substantive decisions recorded
Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen
The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold public hearings and vote on ordinances related to the Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms project, including rezoning and land use changes, as well as a budget amendment. The board will also consider appointing a municipal judge and approving beer permits for two local businesses.
- Ordinance 20-25: amend C-1 zoning for outdoor display/storage of farm implements and lawn care equipment (Farragut Lawn and Tractor)
- Ordinance 20-26: amend FY 2020-2021 budget
- Ordinance 21-01: amend future land use map for portion of Parcel 003.19, 133 Concord Road, to Town Center (CHM, LLC)
- Ordinance 21-02: rezone 11230 and 11240 Kingston Pike and 133 Concord Road (43.63 acres) to Planned Commercial Development (CHM, LLC)
- Beer permits: First Watch Restaurant (111 Lovell Road) and Euphoric Cheese Shop (139 West End Avenue)
The Board appointed Keith Alley as Municipal Judge and approved budget amendments and zoning changes for outdoor equipment display. The Board also passed first readings for three ordinances related to the Farragut Town Center at Biddle Farms project despite significant citizen opposition.
- Appointed Keith Alley as Municipal Judge (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 20-25 regarding outdoor display of farm and lawn equipment (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 20-26 amending FY 2020-2021 General Fund and Capital Investment Program budgets (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-01 to amend future land use map for Biddle Farms (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-02 to rezone Biddle Farms parcels to Planned Commercial Development (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-03 to amend Mixed Use Town Center zoning text (5-0)
- Approved December 10, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
Parks & Athletics Council
The Farragut Parks & Athletics Council is meeting virtually to discuss and vote on several items, including a new fee for tournament trash/damage deposits, nominations for the Independence Day parade grand marshal, and a no-smoking ordinance for play areas. They will also receive updates on the Farragut 40 program, field use, and capital improvements. The meeting is open to the public via livestream.
- New fee: Tournament Excessive Trash/Damage Deposit for athletic fields and pavilions
- Vote on nominations for Independence Day parade grand marshal
- Discussion of No Smoking in Play Areas Ordinance
- Update on Farragut 40 Program
- Update on field use and CIP
The Farragut Parks and Athletics Council unanimously approved a fee recommendation for athletic fields and pavilions, including a recommended $500 refundable tournament/excessive trash/damage deposit. It also unanimously approved the October 6, 2020 minutes. The council discussed the July 3, 2021 Independence Day Parade and grand marshal nominations, and received updates on the Farragut 40 program, field use, the no-smoking ordinance, capital projects, and programs. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved October 6, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved fee recommendation for athletic fields and pavilions (unanimous)
- Recommended $500 refundable tournament/excessive trash/damage deposit
- Adjourned at 6:43pm (unanimous)
Farragut Education Relations Committee
The Farragut Education Relations Committee is meeting to discuss the Love Kitchen canned food drive and review the 2021 town events calendar. The agenda also includes approval of the November 9, 2020 minutes and public comments.
- Love Kitchen Can Food Drive discussion
- 2021 Town Events review
- Approval of November 9, 2020 minutes
The Farragut Education Relations Committee approved its November 9, 2020 minutes and discussed moving the Love Kitchen Can Food Drive to February 22–March 5, 2021. No budget vote was taken; Vice Mayor Louise Povlin said the committee currently has no budget and would ask the Town Administrator whether money in the Town's Legislative budget could fund reward breakfasts for winning classes at the primary, intermediate, and middle schools. The committee also heard updates on fundraising and 2021 school events, and no public comments were submitted.
- Approved November 9, 2020 minutes (motion passed; Povlin, Stiles, Kincaid, Nussbaum voted in favor)
- No vote on funding breakfast rewards for winning classes at Farragut Primary, Intermediate, and Middle schools; Povlin said she would check with the Town Administrator
- No vote on Give Butter online fundraising; Povlin said she would speak with Mary Cook of the Farragut High School Education Foundation
FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission staff/developer meeting on January 7, 2021, will discuss and hold public hearings on several development items scheduled for the January 21 FMPC meeting. These include final plats, site plans, and zoning map amendments. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19.
- Final plat for Ivey Farms Subdivision, Phase 1, Unit 2: 22 lots, 10.87 acres, zoned R-1/OSR
- Site plan for Horizon Plaza at 11011 Kingston Pike: 6.08 acres, zoned C-1 and FPD
- Zoning map amendment for Parcel 069, Tax Map 142 (north of old Ingles building): 20 acres from R-1 to R-6
- Zoning map amendment for 11500 Kingston Pike (west of Farragut Town Hall): 68.31 acres, multiple rezones including O-1 to C-1 and R-1/R-2 to R-6
- Site plan for Kingston Pike Village – Phase 2 Grocery and Shops at 115 S. Watt Road: 8 acres, zoned PCD