Farragut public meetings in 2024

Municipal Planning Commission

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a preliminary plat for Serenade at Farragut, a 30-unit mixed-use project on 9.2 acres at 421 N. Watt Road. The applicant also requests a variance from the 400-foot minimum driveway separation requirement, proposing an access about 131 feet from Harbin Lane. Staff recommends approval of the plat subject to conditions, and the variance will also go to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.

• Preliminary plat for Serenade at Farragut, 30 units, 9.2 acres, zoned Neighborhood/Convenience Commercial
• Variance request for driveway separation: 269 feet less than the 400-foot minimum
• Proposed access on N. Watt Road, about 131 feet from Harbin Lane
• Staff recommends approval with conditions: utility plan sheet and drainage permit fee
• Public hearing on the preliminary plat and variance

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission approved the final plat for Biddle Farms Commercial (2 lots, 4.98 acres) with conditions, and approved a variance and preliminary plat for Serenade at Farragut (30 units, 9.2 acres) on N. Watt Road. The commission also approved a site plan for Weigel's additions and a zoning map amendment for the former Summit View Nursing Home. Items 7 and 8 were postponed at the applicant's request.

• Approved final plat for Biddle Farms Commercial with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved driveway variance for Serenade at Farragut (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Serenade at Farragut with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Weigel's additions at 12001 Kingston Pike (unanimous)
• Approved zoning map amendment for 11803 Kingston Pike from C-1 to S-1 (unanimous)
• Postponed revised concept plan for Kingston Pike Village Parcel 8
• Postponed zoning text amendment for drive-through lane in Mixed-Use Town Center

Visual Resources Review Board

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will meet to approve minutes, hear a staff report on wall signs approved since the last meeting, and review five ground sign applications. These include a reface for CarFix, a renovation for McFee Manor Subdivision, and two refaces for Kohl's-Sephora, one of which raises a question about displaying street addresses. The Y-12 Credit Union sign request has been withdrawn to the January meeting.

• CarFix ground sign reface at 11926 Kingston Pike
• McFee Manor Subdivision entrance sign renovation at McFee Road and Providence Glen Lane
• Kohl's-Sephora ground sign reface at Kingston Pike frontage, 11930 Kingston Pike
• Kohl's-Sephora ground sign reface at Glen Abbey Blvd. frontage, 11930 Kingston Pike
• Staff report on 9 wall sign approvals since last meeting

Arts & Beautification Committee

The Arts & Beautification Committee will meet to approve the November minutes, receive an update on Celebrate the Season, and discuss the Art & Photo Show and a new agenda procedure. The meeting is largely routine and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of November minutes
• Update on Celebrate the Season
• Discussion of Art & Photo Show
• Introduction of new agenda procedure

The committee approved the November minutes and finalized key details for the March 21-23, 2025 Art/Photo Show, including age categories, entry limits, and fees. They also discussed positive feedback from the Celebrate the Season event and noted that meeting agendas and minutes will be posted online. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November minutes (motion by Joyce, second by Mayor Ron)
• Set Art/Photo Show dates: March 21-23, 2025 at FCC gym
• Established age categories: adult (18+), youth (13-17), children (12 and under)
• Set entry limits: 3 per participant, fees $15 adult, $5 youth, free children
• Scheduled art drop-off March 19, judging March 21, show March 22-23
• Discussed closing reception March 23, 3-4 PM (open to public)

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold its regular meeting to approve ordinances, contracts, and updates. Key items include a second reading on replacing the existing business license with a new Business Registration Program and first readings on zoning changes and budget amendments.

• Ordinance 24-21: Second reading to replace business license with Business Registration Program
• Ordinance 24-19: First reading to allow second detached single-family dwelling units in R-1 zoning
• Ordinance 24-23: First reading to amend FY2024-2025 budgets
• Approval of IT Managed Services Provider contract with TenHats
• Approval of Town Hall furniture & fixtures contract with Henricksen ($Omnia Contract #R221002)

The Board reviewed several contracts for Town Hall furniture, security, and network equipment, as well as a construction change order. The Board also considered a major fiber optic infrastructure project and related utility agreements. No final vote tallies are recorded for the December 12 items in the provided text.

• Proposed $1.18M fiber optic infrastructure contract with Creek Enterprises LLC
• Proposed $150,000 CEI services agreement with Cannon & Cannon for fiber project
• Proposed $121,813.96 Town Hall security installation contract with Everon
• Proposed $35,116.85 Town Hall security licensing contract with Everon
• Proposed $268,154.33 Town Hall furniture contract with Henricksen
• Proposed $34,051.46 Town Hall network equipment purchase from SHI Corp.
• Proposed $110,832 construction change order for Town Hall with Wright Construction
• Proposed Utility Make Ready Work Agreements for fiber project totaling $572,310

FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold discussions and public hearings on four development items, including a final plat for Biddle Farms Commercial, a preliminary plat for Serenade at Farragut, a site plan for an Express Oil Change, and a preliminary plat for road improvements at Farragut Area Elementary School.

• Final plat for Biddle Farms Commercial, 2 lots, 4.98 acres, zoned PCD
• Preliminary plat for Serenade at Farragut, 30 units, 9.2 acres, 421 N. Watt Road, zoned NCC
• Site plan for Express Oil Change and Tire Engineers, 6.6 acres, 11153 and 11157 Kingston Pike, zoned C-1
• Preliminary plat for road improvements at Farragut Area Elementary School, 41 acres, 202 Village Commons Boulevard, zoned R-1 and B-1

Farragut Museum Committee

The Farragut Museum Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss upcoming events including the Veterans Salute, Day of Infamy, and Wreaths Across America, as well as an update on the museum renovation. The agenda is mostly routine planning and discussion items.

• Approval of minutes from 10/14/24 meeting
• Discussion of Veterans Salute and Battle of Campbell Station Event
• Discussion of Day of Infamy Event
• Discussion of Wreaths Across America
• Museum Renovation Update

The Farragut Museum Committee met and approved the minutes from the October 14 meeting. They reviewed the successful Veterans Salute and Battle of Campbell Station event, which drew about 100 attendees and netted $242 from book and print sales. The committee confirmed the upcoming Day of Infamy presentation on December 4 and discussed wreath placement on December 14. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely administrative and event planning.

• Approved minutes from 10/14/24 meeting (motion by Mayor Williams, second by Bill Rhodes)
• Confirmed Day of Infamy presentation for December 4 at 7:00pm with Frank Galbreath
• Scheduled wreath placement at Grigsby Chapel United Methodist Church for December 14 at 10:00am
• Noted museum renovation: painting and ceiling tile installation over winter, with spring grand re-opening

Municipal Planning Commission

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings and discussions on several items, including a re-subdivision plat and sidewalk variance for the Echo Suites Hotel site, a zoning text amendment to allow second dwelling units on large R-1 lots, a site plan for Weigel's additions (postponed), and adoption of the Mixed-Use Town Center Vision Plan. They will also consider a right-of-way plan for Comcast cable installation and a zoning map change for the former Summit View Nursing Home property.

• Re-subdivision plat and sidewalk variance for Echo Suites Hotel, 11244 Outlet Drive, 3.1 acres, zoned OD-RE/E
• Right-of-way plan for Comcast cable: 8,731 ft of cable along Concord Road to FUD wastewater facility at 1051 Concord Road
• Zoning text amendment to permit second dwelling unit on lots >1.5 acres in R-1 district
• Site plan for two additions to Weigel's at 12001 Kingston Pike (postponed at applicant's request)
• Zoning map change for 12823 Kingston Pike (former Summit View Nursing Home) from C-1 to S-1, 5 acres

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission on November 21, 2024 approved Resolution PC-24-17, recommending that the Board of Mayor and Aldermen approve Ordinance 24-19 to allow a second dwelling unit on existing R-1 lots larger than 1.5 acres, with amended wording on sewer and water service. The commission also approved a variance and re-subdivision plat for the Echo Suites Hotel on Outlet Drive, and approved a Comcast right-of-way plan along Concord Road subject to permit and boring conditions. A Weigel's site plan was postponed at the applicant's request, and the Mixed-Use Town Center Vision Plan was heard but formal action was deferred to January 16, 2025. Louise Povlin was elected vice chairman.

• Elected Louise Povlin as vice chairman (unanimous; Povlin abstained)
• Approved agenda as amended to postpone Item #6 (unanimous)
• Approved October 17, 2024 minutes (unanimous; Greene and Povlin abstained)
• Approved variance to not construct a sidewalk along Lot D-2R2 frontage for Echo Suites Hotel (unanimous)
• Approved re-subdivision plat for Echo Suites Hotel subject to required signatures (unanimous)
• Approved Comcast right-of-way plan along Concord Road subject to right-of-way permit and directional boring conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution PC-24-17 recommending Ordinance 24-19 to allow a second dwelling unit on R-1 lots over 1.5 acres, with amended sewer/water wording (unanimous)
• Weigel's site plan for additions at 12001 Kingston Pike postponed at applicant's request

Parks & Athletics Council

The Farragut Parks & Athletics Council is meeting to approve minutes, discuss the initial parade grand marshal selection, field allocations for January 14, and receive a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) update. They will also review volunteer opportunities for upcoming community events. The meeting is largely routine with no major decisions expected.

• Initial Parade Grand Marshall Discussion
• Field Allocation Discussion for January 14
• CIP Update
• Volunteer opportunities: Countdown to Light the Park (11/25), Celebrate the Season (12/5), Twas the Night with No Parents (12/13), New Years at Noon (12/31)

Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee

The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, elect officers, and hear the Tourism Manager's report on September occupancy and rates, plus October digital reach. The committee will also discuss FY25 goals, meeting times, and subcommittees. This is a routine administrative and planning meeting with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• September occupancy: 64.7%
• September average daily rate: $117.89
• October digital media reach: 104,613
• October website sessions: 9,399
• Election of officers and discussion of FY25 goals

The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee elected Ron Pinchock as Chair and Joey as Vice Chair, both by 9-0 votes, and Debbie was also elected by a 9-0 vote. The committee approved four FY25 goals, including researching a trolley or transportation system, advocating for a wayfinding program, exploring a new festival, and forming two subcommittees. It decided to keep its meeting schedule as the third Tuesday of every other month at 8:30 am and formed Event and Marketing subcommittees. Other items, including proxy voting and event ideas, were discussed but not decided.

• Elected Ron Pinchock as Chair (9-0)
• Elected Joey as Vice Chair (9-0)
• Elected Debbie (9-0)
• Approved FY25 goals: trolley/transportation research, wayfinding advocacy, new festival research, two subcommittees (all in favor)
• Kept meeting schedule: third Tuesday every other month at 8:30 am
• Formed Event subcommittee (Aaron, Kerri, Marianne, Debbie, Ron P.)
• Formed Marketing subcommittee (Joey, Alex, Darryl, both student reps)

Arts & Beautification Committee

The Farragut Arts & Beautification Committee will meet on November 18, 2024, to discuss updates on past events, review upcoming seasonal celebrations, and address other business items. The meeting includes reminders for events like 'Celebrate the Season' on December 5 and 'Countdown to Light the Park' on November 25.

• Reminder of 'Celebrate the Season' event on December 5 from 4:30 to 7 pm
• Countdown to Light the Park on November 25 from 5 pm to 7 pm
• Twas the Night with No Parents scheduled for December 13 from 5 pm to 8 pm
• New Year's at Noon planned for December 31 from 11 am to 12:30 pm
• Art & Photo Show listed under other business

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop on pickleball complex design options at Mayor Bob Leonard Park, then vote on first reading of ordinances to replace the business license with a business registration program and update the code of ethics. They will also consider resolutions on travel, surplus property, personnel policies, and a revised fee schedule, plus a variance for the proposed Echo Suites Hotel and agreements for traffic signal design and legal services.

• Ordinance 24-21: Replace business license with Business Registration Program ($15 new registration fee, no renewal fee)
• Ordinance 24-22: Replace code of ethics standards for town officers and employees
• Variance request for Echo Suites Hotel, 11244 Outlet Drive, to allow driveway 200 feet apart instead of required 400 feet
• Resolution R-2024-24: Revised FY2025 Fee Schedule
• Professional Services Agreement with Cannon & Cannon for traffic signal design at Concord Road and Loop Road

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a 200-foot driveway spacing variance for the proposed Echo Suites Hotel at 11244 Outlet Drive, a $49,510 professional services agreement with Cannon & Cannon for traffic signal design at Concord Road and Loop Road, and a legal services agreement with Watson, Roach, Batson and Lauderback for litigation defense. The board also passed first readings of ordinances to replace the business license with a business registration program and to adopt a new code of ethics, and approved resolutions updating travel, surplus property, personnel, and fee policies.

• Approved 200-foot driveway spacing variance for Echo Suites Hotel (unanimous)
• Approved $49,510 traffic signal design contract with Cannon & Cannon (unanimous)
• Approved legal services agreement with Watson, Roach, Batson and Lauderback (unanimous)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 24-21, Business Registration Program (unanimous)
• Passed first reading of Ordinance 24-22, Code of Ethics update (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-19, Travel Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-22, Surplus Property Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-23, Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual (unanimous)

FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will review three development-related items: a zoning map amendment for a commercial property on Kingston Pike, site plan approvals for a Weigel’s building expansion, and a preliminary plat for a 30-unit residential development near Watt Road. All items involve public hearings and discussions.

• Amend zoning map for 12823 Kingston Pike from General Commercial (C-1) to Community Service (S-1)
• Site plan review for Weigel’s building additions at 12001 Kingston Pike (1.5 acres)
• Preliminary plat review for Serenade at Farragut, 421 N. Watt Road (30 units, 9.2 acres) under NCC zoning

Parks & Athletics Council

The Farragut Parks & Athletics Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: discussion of designs for the MBLP Pickleball Complex. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is listed as discussion only. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with call to order and adjournment.

• Discussion of MBLP Pickleball Complex designs

Farragut Education Relations Committee

The Farragut Education Relations Committee is meeting to approve minutes from October 14, 2024, and receive school liaison updates from local schools. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of October 14, 2024 minutes
• School liaison updates from St. John Neumann, Farragut Primary, Intermediate, Middle, and High Schools
• Any other business

The Farragut Education Relations Committee approved the amended October 14, 2024 meeting minutes, which removed Lauren King from the committee membership list due to her graduation. The meeting also included updates from school liaisons and town staff, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved amended October 14, 2024 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Farragut Museum Committee

The Farragut Museum Committee will meet to discuss plans for the Day of Infamy event on December 7, including venue availability, and review minutes from the previous meeting. The committee will also finalize details for the upcoming Freaky Friday Fright Night event on October 25 at Mayor Bob Leonard Park.

• Freaky Friday Fright Night on October 25 at 5:00pm at Mayor Bob Leonard Park
• Day of Infamy event on December 7 at Assembly Hall (available after 6:00pm)
• Veteran’s Salute / Battle of Campbell Station on November 10 at 1:00pm at Community Center

The committee approved the September 24 meeting minutes and finalized details for the Veterans Salute / Battle of Campbell Station event. Plans were also confirmed for a Day of Infamy presentation in December and winter museum renovations.

• Approved minutes from 9/24/24 meeting
• Scheduled Veterans Salute / Battle of Campbell Station for Nov 10 at 1:00 PM
• Scheduled Day of Infamy presentation for Dec 4 at 7:00 PM
• Scheduled Wreaths Across America placement for Dec 14 at 10:00 AM
• Scheduled Freaky Friday Fright Night for Oct 25 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop on the pickleball complex design at Mayor Bob Leonard Park before voting on ordinances and resolutions. Key decisions include amending the FY2024-25 budget to add $32,579 for McFee Park Phase 4 engineering services and authorizing participation in three matching grant programs for property conservation, driver safety, and cybersecurity.

• Amend FY2024-25 Capital Investment Program and ARPA Fund budgets by $32,579 for McFee Park Phase 4 Stormwater Parking Facilities engineering
• Approve Resolution R-2024-10 to participate in Public Entity Partners Property Conservation Matching Grant Program (up to $4,000 reimbursement)
• Approve Resolution R-2024-15 to participate in Public Entity Partners James L. Richardson Driver Safety Matching Grant Program
• Approve Resolution R-2024-16 to participate in Public Entity Partners Cyber Security Partners Matching Grant Program
• Approve Jamestowne Blvd road closure for Farragut Christmas Parade and Santas Village special event

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a budget amendment for McFee Park Phase 4, authorized participation in three Public Entity Partners matching grant programs, and approved the closure of Jamestowne Blvd for the Christmas Parade. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance 24-18 amending FY2024-2025 CIP and ARPA budgets (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-10 for Property Conservation Matching Grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-15 for Driver Safety Matching Grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-16 for Cyber Security Matching Grant (5-0)
• Approved Jamestowne Blvd closure for Christmas Parade on Dec 8 (5-0)

Visual Resources Review Board

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will review a tenant panel sign for Nail Bakery Spa, a landscape plan for a new Echo Suites hotel, and discuss changing its regular meeting time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The board will also address potential scheduling conflicts for November and December meetings.

• Review of individual tenant panel sign for Nail Bakery Spa at 115 Lovell Rd
• Review of landscape plan for new Echo Suites hotel at 11244 Outlet Drive
• Discussion and approval of changing regular meeting time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Discussion of November 26 and December 24 meeting dates due to holiday conflicts
• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2024 meeting

Arts & Beautification Committee

The Farragut Arts & Beautification Committee is meeting to approve September minutes and discuss routine business, including a reminder about Freaky Friday, an update on the ABC logo and apparel, and planning for Celebrate the Season and the Art & Photo Show. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Reminder of Freaky Friday event
• Update on ABC logo and apparel
• Discussion of Celebrate the Season
• Discussion of Art & Photo Show

Municipal Planning Commission

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a site plan for a 124-room Echo Suites Hotel at 11244 Outlet Drive, including a requested variance for driveway spacing. The commission will also discuss proposed zoning ordinance amendments to allow second dwelling units on large R-1 lots and drive-through lanes in the C-1 district, plus potential updates to home occupation rules and the Mixed-Use Town Center Vision Plan. The meeting includes routine items like agenda and minutes approval, and a citizen forum.

• Public hearing on Echo Suites Hotel site plan, 11244 Outlet Drive, 3.1 acres, zoned OD-RE/E, 124 rooms, 4 stories
• Variance request for driveway spacing (290 feet) from the Driveways and Other Access Ways Ordinance
• Discussion on zoning text amendment to permit second dwelling units on R-1 lots over 1.5 acres (about 25 qualifying tracts)
• Discussion on zoning text amendment to allow drive-through lanes for financial/real estate services in C-1 Mixed-Use Town Center
• Discussion on adopting the Mixed-Use Town Center Vision Plan

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission approved a site plan for the Echo Suites Hotel at 11244 Outlet Drive, with conditions including stormwater detention at 50% of pre-development levels and a modified access variance. The access variance was approved with a 200-foot separation from Corporate Point Way, pending Board of Mayor and Aldermen approval. The commission also unanimously approved moving its meeting time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

• Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved September 19, 2024 minutes (unanimous; Pinchok abstained)
• Approved moving meeting time from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved access variance for Echo Suites Hotel with 200-foot separation (unanimous)
• Approved Echo Suites Hotel site plan with stormwater detention at 50% of pre-development (unanimous)

Parks & Athletics Council

The Farragut Parks & Athletics Council will convene to receive updates on pickleball initiatives and the town’s capital improvement program. The meeting will also review minutes from the September 10, 2024 session and allow for other business before adjourning.

Farragut Education Relations Committee

The Farragut Education Relations Committee is meeting to elect officers, approve minutes from June and September, and receive updates from school liaisons. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or funding items listed.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of minutes from June 18 and September 26, 2024
• School liaison updates from Farragut schools and Saint John Neumann Catholic School

The Farragut Education Relations Committee elected Beth Duncan as Chair, Alderman Alex Cain as Vice Chair, and Betsy Swartzenruber as Secretary, all unanimously. The committee approved the June 18, 2024 minutes and the September 26, 2024 minutes as amended to remove a graduated youth representative and correct the Pink Out Day date. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of informational updates from schools and the Town of Farragut.

• Elected Beth Duncan as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Alderman Alex Cain as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Betsy Swartzenruber as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 26, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on October 10, 2024. The board will consider a first reading of an ordinance to amend the FY2024-2025 budget, increasing ARPA fund expenditures by $32,579 for McFee Park Phase 4 stormwater parking facilities. They will also vote on a resolution to declare surplus property, approve a revised museum committee charter, and make appointments to the Arts and Beautification Committee.

• Ordinance 24-18: Amends FY2024-2025 Capital Investment Program and ARPA Fund budgets, increasing ARPA expenditures by $32,579 for McFee Park Phase 4 stormwater parking facilities.
• Resolution R-2024-13: Declares two sets of volleyball poles as surplus property for sale on GovDeals.com.
• Approval of revised Farragut Museum Committee Charter, combining bylaws with the charter.
• Approval of appointments to the Arts and Beautification Committee.
• Approval of Amendment 2 to Professional Services Agreement with Ross Fowler for McFee Park Phase 4 bidding and construction services.

The Board approved Ordinance 24-18 on first reading, increasing the ARPA Fund budget by $32,579 for McFee Park Phase 4 engineering services. They also approved Resolution R-2024-13 to declare two sets of volleyball poles as surplus property for online auction. Additionally, the Board approved Amendment 2 to the professional services agreement with Ross Fowler for the same park project, increasing fees by $32,578.50.

• Approved Ordinance 24-18 first reading (4-0, Mayor absent)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-13 declaring volleyball poles surplus
• Approved Amendment 2 to Ross Fowler agreement for McFee Park Phase 4
• Approved revised Farragut Museum Committee Charter
• Approved appointments of Jennifer Craddick and Jeromy Brewster to Arts & Beautification Committee
• Approved cancellation of November 28 and December 26 meetings

FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan for the Echo Suites Hotel. The meeting also includes discussions on home occupation requirements and potential zoning amendments for drive-through lanes.

• Public hearing for Echo Suites Hotel site plan (Parcel 154.02, 3.1 Acres)
• Discussion on Customary Home Occupations zoning requirements
• Proposed zoning amendment for drive-through lanes in the Mixed-Use Town Center

Farragut Education Relations Committee

The Farragut Education Relations Committee will hold its September 26, 2024 meeting, starting with officer elections (chair, vice chair, secretary) and approval of the June 18, 2024 minutes. School liaisons will provide updates on local schools. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of June 18, 2024 minutes
• School liaison updates from FHS, FMS, FPS, and SGA

The Farragut Education Relations Committee met on September 26, 2024, but quorum was not present, so no votes were taken. Approval of minutes and election of officers were moved to the next meeting. The meeting consisted of member introductions, a review of the committee's purpose, and school liaison updates on upcoming events and fundraisers. The next meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at the Farragut Community Center.

• No quorum present; no substantive decisions made
• Approval of minutes moved to next meeting
• Election of officers moved to next meeting

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop to discuss the Mixed-Use Town Center Vision Plan and how it should be adopted, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings on three ordinances, including two rezoning requests and a budget amendment. The board will also consider a special event permit, a lease amendment, appointments, and a contract.

• Workshop on Mixed-Use Town Center Vision Plan and Comprehensive Land Use Plan
• Ordinance 24-15: Rezone 1.57 acres off Parkside Drive from Office (O-1-3) to General Commercial (C-1)
• Ordinance 24-16: Rezone 8.64 acres at 12715 Union Road from R-2 to R-1
• Ordinance 24-17: Amend FY 2024-2025 Capital Investment Program and ARPA Fund budgets
• Special event permit for St. John Neumann Catholic Church 'Mustang Miler' 5K on Oct 26, 2024

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved three ordinances on second reading: rezoning a 1.57-acre parcel off Parkside Drive from office to general commercial, rezoning 8.64 acres at 12715 Union Road from general to rural single-family residential, and amending the FY2024-2025 Capital Investment Program and ARPA Fund budgets. The board also approved a first amendment to the Crown Communications cell tower lease at 521 Virtue Road, extending it to 2046 with increased rent, and approved a $43,339.78 contract for Town Hall network cabling. A special event permit for the St. John Neumann 'Mustang Miler' 5K was approved.

• Approved Ordinance 24-15 rezoning 1.57 acres off Parkside Drive from O-1-3 to C-1 (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 24-16 rezoning 8.64 acres at 12715 Union Road from R-2 to R-1 (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 24-17 amending FY2024-2025 CIP and ARPA budgets by $378,327.73 (4-1)
• Approved First Amendment to Crown Communications lease at 521 Virtue Road, extending to 2046
• Approved $43,339.78 contract with Graybar for Town Hall network cabling
• Approved special event permit for St. John Neumann 'Mustang Miler' 5K on Oct 26, 2024
• Approved BMA appointments to town boards and commissions

Visual Resources Review Board

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board meets to approve or deny sign applications for businesses and review a landscape plan for a new retail building. The board will consider tenant panel signs, internal accessory signs, and ground-mounted sign updates, as well as a landscape plan for a retail building behind Casey’s fuel station.

• Roll’em Up Taquito – Individual tenant panel sign at 117 Lovell Rd
• Anchor 934 Leasing Office – Internal accessory sign at 200 Brooklawn St (denial recommended)
• Concord Veterinary – Primary ground sign refacing at 11904 Kingston Pk
• Campbell Station retail building – Landscape plan at 707 N Campbell Station Rd
• Wall signs approved since last meeting: 54th Nail Lounge, Prestige Cleaners, River Dog Bakery

Farragut Museum Committee

The Farragut Museum Committee will vote on its FY25 goals and discuss upcoming events, including the Battle of Campbell Station and Day of Infamy. The committee will consider moving the Battle event to November 10 to coincide with Veterans Day. They will also receive updates on Wreaths Across America and the Freaky Friday Fright Night event.

• Vote on Committee Goals FY25
• Discussion: Move Battle of Campbell Station event to Nov 10 for Veterans Day
• Day of Infamy event on Dec 7, Assembly Hall unavailable until 6pm
• Wreaths Across America update
• Freaky Friday Fright Night on Oct 25, 5-7pm

The Farragut Museum Committee approved its FY25 goals and moved the Battle of Campbell Station event from November 17 to November 10, expanding it to honor military veterans. The committee also approved an $250 donation for Wreaths Across America (8-1). The museum's reopening is delayed from late winter to possibly spring.

• Approved FY25 committee goals (unanimous)
• Moved Battle of Campbell Station event to Nov. 10
• Approved $250 donation for Wreaths Across America (8-1)
• Rescheduled Day of Infamy presentation to Dec. 5 or 6

Municipal Planning Commission

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission approved all agenda items unanimously, including a Comcast cable installation, a site plan for the Campbell Station Retail Building, and a pavilion at the Village at Ivey Farms. No utilities or citizen forum items were discussed. The meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m.

• Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved August 15, 2024 minutes (unanimous, Devlin abstained)
• Approved Comcast cable installation with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Campbell Station Retail Building site plan with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved 20x20 pavilion site plan at Village at Ivey Farms (unanimous)

Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee

The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, elect officers, hear the tourism manager's report on July occupancy and August digital reach, and set goals for fiscal year 2025. The agenda is routine and includes no major decisions or public hearings.

• July occupancy rate: 71.2%
• July average daily rate: $102.77
• August digital media reach: 86,042
• August website sessions: 10,042
• FY25 committee goals discussion

Arts & Beautification Committee

The Farragut Arts & Beautification Committee will meet to approve minutes, recap Artfest, and discuss a new ABC logo and apparel. They will also plan upcoming events including Freaky Friday, Celebrate the Season, the Holiday Light contest, decorating the Community Center, and Living History at Pleasant Forest Cemetery.

• Recap of Artfest
• Discussion on ABC logo and apparel
• Planning for Freaky Friday, Celebrate the Season, Holiday Light contest, Community Center decorating, and Living History at Pleasant Forest Cemetery

The committee approved a new logo design for use on promotional materials and member t-shirts. Members discussed logistics for the upcoming Freaky Friday event and the Celebrate the Season program.

• Approved August meeting minutes
• Approved logo design for promotional materials and t-shirts

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop on committee roles and responsibilities, followed by a regular meeting. The board will consider first readings of three ordinances, including two rezoning requests and a budget amendment, as well as resolutions and several business items such as race approvals and contract change orders. Public comment is invited under the Citizens Forum.

• Ordinance 24-15: Rezone 1.57 acres south of Home Federal Bank off Parkside Drive from O-1-3 to C-1 (Turkey Creek Land Partners, LLC)
• Ordinance 24-16: Rezone 8.64 acres at 12715 Union Road from R-2 to R-1 (Wil Glafenhein)
• Ordinance 24-17: Amend FY 2024-2025 Capital Investment Program and ARPA Fund budgets
• Resolution R-2024-12: Acceptance of public streets and street names
• Approval of change orders for synthetic field resurfacing at Mayor Bob Leonard Park and stormwater infrastructure repairs, plus bid award for McFee Park Phase 4

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved the bid and award of Contract 2025-06 to The Franklin Group, LLC for $2,674,000 for McFee Park Phase 4 construction. The board also approved three ordinances on first reading, including two rezoning requests and a budget amendment. Several change orders for existing contracts and two special event road closure requests were also approved.

• Awarded Contract 2025-06 to The Franklin Group, LLC for $2,674,000 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-15 on first reading to rezone 1.57 acres off Parkside Drive from O-1-3 to C-1 (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 24-16 on first reading to rezone 8.64 acres at 12715 Union Road from R-2 to R-1 (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance 24-17 on first reading to amend FY2024-25 CIP and ARPA budgets by $378,327.73 (4-1)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-12 accepting public streets and street names (4-1)
• Approved Change Order #1 for synthetic field resurfacing at Mayor Bob Leonard Park, $31,500 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Stormwater Infrastructure Repairs, $38,748 increase (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 for Stormwater Infrastructure Repairs, $165,579.73 increase (5-0)

Parks & Athletics Council

The Farragut Parks & Athletics Council is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive an update on new pickleball procedures and the MBLP Pickleball project, vote on FY25 goals, and review the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). No dollar amounts or specific project details are listed in the agenda.

• Vote on FY25 goals
• Update on new pickleball procedures
• Update on MBLP Pickleball project
• CIP update
• Approval of August 13, 2024 minutes

The Farragut Parks and Athletics Council unanimously approved the minutes from August and accepted current committee goals with two additions: field equipment for younger football players and a commitment to community activities. Staff reported that the McFee Park tennis/pickleball courts are being monitored for unpaid use, with no same-day reservations continuing for the south court. The council also reviewed capital improvement projects, including an ARPA grant for McFee parking improvements and the completion of synthetic turf fields.

• Approved August 13 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved current committee goals with two additions (unanimous)
• Continued no same-day reservations for McFee south pickleball court
• Noted ARPA grant for McFee pavers/parking, awaiting bid approval
• Reported synthetic turf fields complete, FIFA certification possible at $25,000

Visual Resources Review Board

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will review and decide on a ground-mounted tenant panel sign for Max Potential at 11201 West Point Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the June 25 meeting, elect officers for the 2024-2025 program year, and receive a staff report on recently approved wall signs.

• Approval of minutes from June 25, 2024 meeting
• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary for 2024-2025
• Review of Max Potential tenant panel sign at 11201 West Point Drive
• Staff report on wall signs approved since last meeting (Advance Auto, Poppets Play Place, Rocky Top Academy, Riverview Decks, Parlor Donuts, Paymore, Super Chix)

Farragut Museum Committee

The Farragut Museum Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, elect new officers, and discuss committee goals for FY25. They will also review a recent trip to the East Tennessee History Museum and Maybrey-Hazan House, and plan the Battle of Campbell Station event and Freaky Friday Fright Night.

• Election of new officers
• Committee goals for FY25
• Review of trip to East Tennessee History Museum and Maybrey-Hazan House
• Battle of Campbell Station event discussion (potential date: Sunday, 11/17)
• Freaky Friday Fright Night on October 25, 5-7pm

The Farragut Museum Committee elected Sue-Ann Hansler as Chair, Bill Rhodes as Vice-Chair, and Beverley Hammond as Secretary for FY25. They also approved the minutes from the 5/28/24 meeting and discussed tentative goals for the year, including events and museum improvements. No formal votes were taken on the goals, which remain tentative.

• Approved minutes from 5/28/24 meeting (motion by Joyce, second by Bill R)
• Elected Sue-Ann Hansler as Chair, Bill Rhodes as Vice-Chair, Beverley Hammond as Secretary (motion by Dot, second by Bill Battle)

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will decide whether to rescind prior approval for a John Deere 6110M tractor and Alamo mowing system, then vote on a new $151,452.61 purchase for a John Deere 6M105 tractor and Alamo mowing system to maintain town roads.

• Rescind approval for 2024 John Deere 6110M tractor and Alamo mowing system
• Approve purchase of 2024 John Deere 6M105 tractor and Alamo mowing system for $151,452.61
• Appointment of Alderman to Farragut Municipal Planning Commission
• Election of Vice-Mayor
• Oath of Office for new Municipal Judge Keith Alley

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen rescinded its previous approval for a 2024 John Deere 6110M tractor and Alamo mowing system due to a model change and price increase, then approved the purchase of a 2024 John Deere 6M105 tractor with an Alamo mowing system for $151,452.61. The board also administered oaths of office to Aldermen Drew Burnette and Alex Cain, appointed a representative to the Municipal Planning Commission, and elected a vice-mayor.

• Rescinded approval for 2024 John Deere 6110M tractor and Alamo mowing system
• Approved $151,452.61 purchase of 2024 John Deere 6M105 tractor and Alamo mowing system
• Administered oath of office to Alderman Drew Burnette
• Administered oath of office to Alderman Alex Cain
• Appointed BMA representative to Farragut Municipal Planning Commission
• Elected vice-mayor

Arts & Beautification Committee

The Arts & Beautification Committee is meeting to approve June minutes, elect officers (Chair, Vice, Secretary), and set goals for FY2025. They will also discuss sign-up sheets for ArtFest and Freaky Friday events. The agenda is largely procedural and planning-focused.

• Election of officers: Chair, Vice, Secretary
• Goal setting for FY2025
• Sign-up sheets for ArtFest
• Sign-up sheet for Freaky Friday
• Approval of June minutes

The Arts and Beautification Committee approved the June minutes and elected new officers for FY 2025: Lisa Hall as Chair, Annie Dittman as Vice-Chair, and Cynthia Howell as Secretary. The committee discussed upcoming events including ArtFest (September 15) and Freaky Friday (October 25), and considered additional activities like a mural competition for Town Hall. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June minutes (motion carried)
• Elected Lisa Hall as Chair, Annie Dittman as Vice-Chair, Cynthia Howell as Secretary

Municipal Planning Commission

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, a site plan for a retail building, and a zoning ordinance text amendment. The most consequential item is a request to rezone the last undeveloped tract in Turkey Creek from office to general commercial, which would allow restaurant uses. The commission will also consider rezoning a property on Union Road to a less dense residential district and a text amendment to allow second dwelling units on large rural lots.

• Rezone Parcel 191.1, Tax Map 130, 1.57 acres off Parkside Drive from O-1-3 to C-1 (Turkey Creek Land Partners, LLC)
• Rezone 8.64 acres at 12715 Union Road from R-2 to R-1 (Wil Glafenhein)
• Site plan for Campbell Station Retail Building, Parcel 119.02, Tax Map 130, 0.73 acres, zoned C-2 (Hutchins Associates PC)
• Text amendment to permit second dwelling units on lots over 1.5 acres in R-1 district (Tyler Butler)
• Approval of utilities

The Commission recommended approval for two rezoning requests involving properties off Parkside Drive and on Union Road. One site plan approval was postponed, and a zoning ordinance amendment was discussed without action.

• Recommended approval of Resolution PC-24-12 to rezone 1.57 acres south of Home Federal Bank from O-1-3 to C-1 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Resolution PC-24-13 to rezone 8.64 acres at 12715 Union Road from R-2 to R-1 (Unanimous)
• Postponed site plan approval for Campbell Station Retail Building
• Approved July 18, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous; 2 abstentions)

Parks & Athletics Council

The Farragut Parks & Athletics Council is meeting to elect officers for fiscal year 2025 and discuss several operational updates. The agenda includes a review of a new field allocation process, an update on pickleball procedures and the MBLP Pickleball project, and a capital improvements program (CIP) update. The council will also set its FY25 meeting schedule and discuss goals for the year.

• Election of officers for FY25
• Review of new field allocation process
• Update on pickleball procedures and MBLP Pickleball project
• CIP (Capital Improvements Program) update
• FY25 goals discussion

The council elected a new chair, vice-chair, and secretary. Members reviewed the field allocation process and received updates on the design phase for a new 12-court pickleball complex at MBLP.

• Approved May 13 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Mark Geller as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Derek Wright as vice-chair (unanimous)
• Elected Debbie Pinchok as secretary (unanimous)

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 24-10 to rezone 3.1 acres west of Cotton Eyed Joe's from C-2 to OD-RE/E, and will also consider a budget amendment for FY 2024-2025. The meeting includes a wayfinding sign workshop and reception for Vice-Mayor Louise Povlin.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-10: rezone Parcel 15402, Tax Map 130, west of Cotton Eyed Joe's, from C-2 to OD-RE/E, 3.1 acres
• Second reading of Ordinance 24-14: amend FY 2024-2025 General Fund budget
• Wayfinding sign workshop at 5:00 PM
• Reception for Vice-Mayor Louise Povlin at 4:00 PM

The provided document contains the agenda and supporting materials for the August 8, 2024 meeting, but does not include the minutes recording the outcomes of the scheduled votes. The record includes a proposal to rezone 3.1 acres for a hotel and a budget amendment.

FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold a discussion and public hearing on a site plan for the Campbell Station Retail Building. The property is a 0.73-acre parcel zoned C-2, with Hutchins Associates PC as the applicant. The meeting is scheduled for July 30, 2024, at the Farragut Community Center.

• Site plan approval for Campbell Station Retail Building, Parcel 119.02, Tax Map 130, 0.73 acres, zoned C-2

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop on McFee Park racquet sports, then a regular meeting. They will conduct a public hearing and second reading of an ordinance to require traffic impact studies to consider pedestrians and bicyclists. They will also consider first readings of a zoning map amendment for a 3.1-acre parcel west of Cotton Eyed Joe's and a budget amendment for the FY 2024-2025 General Fund and Capital Investment Program Fund. Additionally, they will vote on bids for the Anchor Park pedestrian crossing improvements and purchases of a tractor and a bucket truck.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 24-11 to amend traffic impact study requirements for pedestrian and bicyclist considerations
• First reading of Ordinance 24-10 to rezone 3.1 acres (Parcel 15402, Tax Map 130) west of Cotton Eyed Joe's from C-2 to OD-RE/E
• First reading of Ordinance 24-14 to amend FY 2024-2025 General Fund and Capital Investment Program Fund budgets
• Resolution R-2024-09 declaring certain town property surplus
• Approval of bids for Contract 2024-18, Anchor Park Pedestrian Crossing Improvements

The Board approved Ordinance 24-11 on second reading, amending traffic impact study requirements to include pedestrian and bicycle considerations. They also approved first readings for a zoning change and a budget amendment, declared a surplus vehicle, and approved several equipment purchases.

• Approved Ordinance 24-11 on second reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-10 on first reading to rezone Parcel 154.02 from C-2 to OD-RE/E (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-14 on first reading amending FY 2024-2025 General Fund budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-09 declaring 2010 Dodge 5500 Bucket Truck surplus (5-0)
• Approved Contract 2024-18 with Progression Electric, LLC for $262,093.95 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of John Deere 6110M tractor and Alamo Mowing System for $149,045.20 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford F550 bucket truck for $173,100 (5-0)

Tree Board

The Farragut Tree Board will discuss plans for the 2025 Tennessee Tree Day program, a potential 'Trees along McFee' initiative, and priority planting locations for late fall. The board will also review Tennessee’s Forest Action Plan and its objectives for forest health and community resilience.

• Discuss participation in Tennessee Tree Day Program (March 15, 2025) with tree distribution at McFee Park
• Develop 'Trees along McFee' Program with phased planting starting November/December 2024
• Review priority tree planting locations on public properties, including McFee Park and Virtue Road buffer strips
• Discuss Tennessee’s Forest Action Plan objectives: forest health, market diversification, connected landscapes, and wildfire resilience

Municipal Planning Commission

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will meet to discuss and vote on several items, including replacing gas lines in Village Green Subdivision, adding fiber optic cable, rezoning a parcel near Parkside Drive, and a subdivision plat. They will also discuss the Mixed Use Town Center Vision Plan, zoning ordinance amendments, and Future Land Use Map changes. Public comments are welcome.

• Replace 2-inch steel gas mains with MDPE plastic lines in Village Green Subdivision (KUB)
• Add ~385 ft new and ~1,000 ft existing conduit fiber optic cable along West End Avenue (MCI Network)
• Rezone 1.57 acres at Parcel 191.1, Tax Map 130, south of Home Federal Bank off Parkside Drive from O-1-3 to C-1 (Turkey Creek Land Partners)
• Plat of correction to reduce buffer strip from 50 ft to 35 ft on same parcel
• Re-subdivide Lots 1 and 2, Parcels 3.22 and 3.24, Tax Map 143 into three lots, 27.35 acres (Biddle Farms Residential)

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission approved several items, including replacing gas mains in Village Green Subdivision, adding fiber optic cable along West End Avenue, a plat correction for Parcel 191.1, a re-subdivision for Biddle Farms, and amendments to the Future Land Use Map. They also discussed but took no action on the Mixed Use Town Center Vision Plan, a rezoning request, and other items. Agenda item #10 was postponed at the applicant's request.

• Re-appointed Scott Russ as Chairman, Ed St. Clair as Vice Chairman, and Shannon Preston as Secretary (all unanimous with abstentions)
• Approved agenda with Item #10 removed (unanimous)
• Approved June 20, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved KUB gas main replacement in Village Green Subdivision with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved fiber optic cable installation along West End Avenue with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved plat correction for Parcel 191.1 reducing buffer strip from 50 to 35 feet (unanimous)
• Approved re-subdivision of Lots 1 and 2, Parcels 3.22 and 3.14, Tax Map 143 into three lots (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-09 amending Future Land Use Map (unanimous)

Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee

The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, elect officers, hear the Tourism Manager's report on May occupancy and June digital reach, and set goals for fiscal year 2025. The meeting is routine and includes no public hearings or major decisions.

• May occupancy: 74.2%
• May average daily rate: $111.97
• June digital media reach: 110,240
• June website sessions: 8,276
• Election of officers and FY25 committee goals

The Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee met on July 16, 2024, and tabled the election of officers and FY25 goals until the September 17 meeting. The committee discussed hotel occupancy and digital media metrics, and agreed to research return-on-investment measures. A proposal to explore geocaching as a tourism attraction was raised but not formally decided.

• Election of officers tabled until September 17
• FY25 goals tabled until September 17
• Staff to research return-on-investment tracking measures
• Discussed digital media tactics for fair content sharing

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on July 11, 2024. The main item is a second reading vote on Ordinance 24-09, which would replace the town's stormwater and aquatic buffer ordinances with a new stormwater management ordinance that increases riparian buffer widths and design storm requirements for developments draining to impaired waters. The board will also consider a first reading of Ordinance 24-11 to add pedestrian and bicyclist considerations to traffic impact study requirements, and approve a contract for synthetic ice rink rental and services. The meeting includes proclamations for Parks and Recreation Month and Public Relations Recognition Day, plus citizen forum.

• Ordinance 24-09 (second reading): replaces Chapters 103 and 111, increases water quality riparian buffer from 25 ft to 30 ft, and to 60 ft average (30 ft min) for developments draining to impaired waters
• Ordinance 24-11 (first reading): amends Chapter 22, Section 22-147 to add pedestrian and bicyclist considerations to traffic impact study requirements
• Contract 2024-17: approval for synthetic ice rink rental and services
• Proclamations: Parks and Recreation Month (July 2024) and Public Relations Recognition Day (July 16, 2024)
• Citizen forum for public comment

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved Ordinance 24-09 on second and final reading, which replaces the town's stormwater management and aquatic buffer codes with a new unified ordinance. The new rules increase water quality riparian buffer widths and require larger design storms for developments draining to impaired waters. The board also approved a contract for a seasonal synthetic ice rink and introduced an ordinance to add pedestrian and bicycle considerations to traffic impact studies.

• Approved Ordinance 24-09, new Stormwater Management Control ordinance (4-0)
• Approved Contract 2024-17 with Rinks-R-Us LLC for synthetic ice rink rental, $54,999.99
• Introduced Ordinance 24-11 on first reading to add pedestrian/bicycle considerations to traffic impact studies
• Motion to padlock McFee Park north pickleball courts failed (no second)

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider ordinances regarding canopy and projecting signs in the Mixed-Use Town Center. The meeting also includes a request for a beer permit for a Dollar General and a zoning map amendment for 341 Boring Road.

• Ordinance 24-06: Proposed amendments to allow canopy and projecting signs in the Mixed-Use Town Center
• Ordinance 24-08: Proposed rezoning of 12 acres at 341 Boring Road from R-1 and R-2 to R-3
• Ordinance 24-12: Amendment to the General Fund & Capital Investment Program budget FY23-24
• Beer Permit: Class 5, Off-Premise permit for Dollar General #30142 at 13024 Kingston Pike

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved three ordinances on second reading: Ordinance 24-06 amending the sign code to allow canopy and projecting signs in the Mixed-Use Town Center, Ordinance 24-08 rezoning 12 acres at 341 Boring Road from R-1/R-2 to R-3, and Ordinance 24-12 amending the FY23-24 budget with a $67,000 General Fund increase and a $2,968,679 Capital Investment Program increase. The Beer Board also approved a Class 5 off-premise beer permit for Dollar General #30142 at 13024 Kingston Pike.

• Approved Ordinance 24-06 on second reading, amending sign code to allow canopy and projecting signs in Mixed-Use Town Center
• Approved Ordinance 24-08 on second reading, rezoning 341 Boring Road parcels from R-1/R-2 to R-3
• Approved Ordinance 24-12 on second reading, increasing General Fund budget by $67,000 and CIP by $2,968,679
• Approved Class 5 off-premise beer permit for Dollar General #30142 at 13024 Kingston Pike

Visual Resources Review Board

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will approve minutes, appoint a single youth representative for 2024–25, and decide on four new permanent ground signs at Thrive Physical Therapy, Virtue Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Dollar General, and Advance Auto. Staff will also update the board on the Town of Farragut Wayfinding Signage Program.

• Selection of youth representative for 2024–25 program year
• Thrive Physical Therapy individual tenant panel sign at 153 Brooklawn Street
• Virtue Cumberland Presbyterian Church 20 sq ft ground sign at 725 Virtue Road
• Dollar General 33 sq ft monument ground sign at 13024 Kingston Pike
• Advance Auto 20 sq ft monument ground sign at 13020 Kingston Pike

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board approved the May 28, 2024 minutes and appointed Ms. Naddia Eve Talo as Youth Representative for the 2024-2025 program year. The board also approved four sign requests: a tenant panel sign for Thrive Physical Therapy at 153 Brooklawn Street, a refaced ground sign for Virtue Cumberland Presbyterian Church at 725 Virtue Road, a 33 square foot monument sign for Dollar General at 13024 Kingston Pike, and a 20 square foot monument sign for Advance Auto at 13020 Kingston Pike. Staff also reported three wall sign applications approved in the past month and gave an update on the wayfinding signage program, which is about 60 percent complete.

• Approved May 28, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Ms. Naddia Eve Talo as Youth Representative for 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Thrive Physical Therapy tenant panel sign at 153 Brooklawn Street (unanimous)
• Approved Virtue Cumberland Presbyterian Church ground sign reface at 725 Virtue Road (unanimous)
• Approved Dollar General 33 sq ft monument sign at 13024 Kingston Pike (unanimous)
• Approved Advance Auto 20 sq ft monument sign at 13020 Kingston Pike (unanimous)

Farragut Museum Committee

The Farragut Museum Committee's June meeting is cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be held on August 27 at 1:30pm.

• June meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for August 27 at 1:30pm

Municipal Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the final Mixed-Use Town Center Vision Plan. The plan includes updated land use designations along Concord Road and the removal of proposed raised medians from Kingston Pike. Resolution PC-24-08 recommends approving Ordinance 24-13 to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.

• Public hearing on the Mixed-Use Town Center Vision Plan
• Land use designation adjustments along Concord Road
• Removal of raised medians from Kingston Pike in the final plan
• Recommendation of Resolution PC-24-08 to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission unanimously postponed action on the Mixed Use Town Center Vision Plan until the Town Attorney can advise on the best adoption method. The commission also approved a zoning map amendment for a parcel west of Cotton Eyed Joe's, a hotel site plan at 11320 Outlet Drive, and amendments to traffic impact study requirements, among other items.

• Approved agenda with item #5 removed (unanimous)
• Approved May 16, 2024 minutes as submitted (unanimous)
• Appointed Anna Presley as Youth Representative for next fiscal year (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution PC-24-06 recommending Ordinance 24-10 to rezone Parcel 15402 from C-2 to OD-RE/E (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for hotel at 11320 Outlet Drive, subject to erosion control letter of credit and updated room count (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution PC-24-07 recommending Ordinance 24-11 on traffic impact study requirements, with Section (e) language removed (unanimous)
• Postponed decision on Mixed Use Town Center Vision Plan (Resolution PC-24-08) until Town Attorney consulted (unanimous)

Farragut Education Relations Committee

The Farragut Education Relations Committee will discuss and set its FY2025 meeting schedule, appoint youth representatives, and receive school liaison updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial items listed.

• Discussion of FY2025 meeting dates
• Youth Representative Appointments
• School Liaison Updates
• Approval of April 22, 2024 minutes

The Farragut Education Relations Committee voted to select three Farragut High School juniors—Rebecca Pack, Maila Sarrat, and Frank Yang—as student liaisons. The committee also approved meeting dates for the 2024-2025 year and received reports on school activities and facility updates. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Selected Rebecca Pack, Maila Sarrat, and Frank Yang as student liaisons (motion by Louise, second by Jhasta)
• Approved 2024-2025 meeting dates: Sept 12, Oct 14, Nov 4, Feb 3, Mar 3, May 5 (motion by Louise, second by Jhasta)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (motion by Louise, second by Jhasta)

Arts & Beautification Committee

The Arts & Beautification Committee will discuss preparations for the September 15 ArtFest, including crafts. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a parade, a rotating art and photo show, and fiscal year 2025 goals.

• ArtFest planning (scheduled for Sept. 15)
• Parade discussion
• Rotating Event Art/Photo Show
• FY25 Goals

The committee approved the May meeting minutes and discussed planning for ArtFest on September 15. Members reviewed craft activities and logistics for the event. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved May meeting minutes

Stormwater Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the new 2024 Operation and Maintenance Program for the Town of Farragut. Members will also review the implementation of the Keep the TN River Beautiful grant-funded program. The Stormwater Coordinator will provide a report during the meeting.

• New 2024 Operation and Maintenance Program
• Keep the TN River Beautiful Grant-Funded Program implementation
• Stormwater Coordinator Report

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on June 13, 2024, with the main item being the second and final reading of Ordinance 24-07, adopting the annual budget for FY2025 (July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025). The board will also consider several first-reading ordinances, including sign regulations, a zoning change, stormwater code updates, and a budget amendment. Additionally, the board will vote on multiple on-call maintenance contracts and approve committee appointments and special event permits.

• Second reading of Ordinance 24-07, FY2025 annual budget (revenues $17,027,108; includes $176,647 for new Project Manager position)
• First reading of Ordinance 24-06, amending sign code to allow canopy and projecting signs in parts of town (applicant: JA Fielden)
• First reading of Ordinance 24-08, rezoning 12 acres at 341 Boring Road from R-1/R-2 to R-3 (applicant: Homestead Land Holdings)
• First reading of Ordinance 24-09, replacing stormwater management code (Chapter 111) and deleting aquatic buffers chapter (103)
• Approval of on-call contracts for pavement markings, guardrail maintenance, and traffic signal maintenance (2025-02, 2025-03, 2025-04)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved the annual budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024. The budget includes a General Fund expenditure proposal of $11,173,602 and plans for various capital projects.

• Approved FY2025 Annual Budget (Ordinance 24-07)
• Approved $50,000 pavement markings contract to Volunteer Highway Supply Company Inc. (Contract 2025-02)
• Approved $15,000 guardrail maintenance contract to Roadway Solutions, LLC (Contract 2025-03)
• Approved $60,000 traffic signal maintenance contract to Progression Electric, LLC (Contract 2025-04)
• Approved $99,200 design and survey contract to Ross/Fowler for MBLP Pickleball Courts and Parking
• Approved Tennova Farragut Frosty 5K event for December 14, 2024
• Approved PJ Parkinson Run for Parkinson’s 5K/10K event for September 21, 2024

FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a new hotel site plan and a mixed-use town center vision plan. It will also consider amendments to the Future Land Use Map for several parcels, including school and town-owned land.

• Site plan for new hotel at 11320 Outlet Drive (4.34 acres, OD-RE/E zoning)
• Mixed-Use Town Center Vision Plan approval
• Future Land Use Map amendments for Knox County Schools land off Boring Road (Civic/Institutional)
• Future Land Use Map amendments for Town-owned land off McFee Road (Parks and Recreation)
• Future Land Use Map updates for Ford property and Park Place Subdivision (Very Low Density Residential) and Concord Road (Low Density Residential/Civic/Institutional)

Farragut Education Relations Committee

The Farragut Education Relations Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 22, 2024, and discuss scheduling for FY2025. They will also consider youth representative appointments and receive school liaison updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial items listed.

• Approval of April 22, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of FY2025 meeting dates
• Youth representative appointments
• School liaison updates

The meeting was rescheduled for June 18, 2024, because a quorum of members was not present. No substantive decisions were made.

• Meeting rescheduled for June 18, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.

Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee

The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, appoint a youth representative for fiscal year 2025, and hear the Tourism Manager’s report on hotel occupancy, digital media reach, and website traffic. The committee will also receive an update on American Rescue Plan-funded projects like wayfinding and visitor guide improvements.

• Appointment of TVAC youth representative for FY 25
• March Hotel Occupancy: 71.3
• March Hotel ADR: $102.75
• April Digital Media Reach: 73,021
• April Total Website Sessions: 7,600

The Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee voted unanimously to appoint Sana Kado and Meira Desai as youth representatives for FY25. The committee also approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed filling four remaining committee openings. The tourism manager reported on hotel occupancy, digital reach, and the completion of the Visitor's Guide.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (motion carried)
• Appointed Sana Kado and Meira Desai as youth representatives (unanimous)
• Discussed recruiting Farragut High School seniors for tourism/business interest
• Noted BOMA approved phase 2 of Wayfinding contract; moving to 60% phase
• Discussed reaching out to potential candidates for 4 committee openings

Visual Resources Review Board

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board meets to decide on several new sign applications, a revised landscape plan for a utility substation, and proposed amendments to the town’s sign regulations. Staff will also brief the board on a new town-wide wayfinding signage program.

• Expand Smoke Shop tenant panel sign at 11681 Parkside Drive
• Concord United Methodist Church ground-mounted sign at 11020 Roane Drive
• LCUB Substation revised landscape plan at 1053 Concord Road
• Proposed sign-ordinance amendments for canopy and projecting signs in the Mixed-Use Town Center Area
• Town of Farragut Wayfinding Signage Program update

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board approved wall sign applications, two ground-mounted signs, and a revised landscape plan for the LCUB substation. It also recommended proposed sign ordinance amendments to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and discussed the wayfinding signage program. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved April 23, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Expand Smoke Shop tenant panel sign at 11681 Parkside Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Concord United Methodist Church monument sign at 11020 Roane Drive, subject to staff recommendations (unanimous)
• Withdrawn: Otter Learning/Rocky Top Academy sign request at 11128 Kingston Pike
• Approved LCUB substation revised landscape plan at 1053 Concord Road (unanimous)
• Recommended sign ordinance amendments for canopy and projecting signs to BMA (passed, Mayor Williams abstaining)

Farragut Museum Committee

The Farragut Museum Committee is meeting to vote on a new museum charter and on adding a youth representative, and to discuss feedback on a living history event. They will also consider a future field trip to history and science museums in Knoxville and Oak Ridge. The agenda includes routine items like approving previous minutes and a reminder about the July 3 parade float build.

• Vote on new museum charter
• Discussion and vote on youth representative
• Feedback discussion on living history event
• Idea for field trip to East Tennessee History Center and American Museum of Science and Energy
• Reminder: Parade float build July 3, 10:00am at Public Works

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on May 23, 2024, at the Farragut Community Center. The board will vote on the FY2025 budget ordinance and a resolution setting the town’s fee schedule. It will also consider awarding a contract for resurfacing multiple streets and a contract for school zone signal improvements along Campbell Station Road.

• First reading of Ordinance 24-07 adopting FY2025 budget (July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025)
• Approval of Resolution R-2024-07, FY2025 Fee Schedule
• Approval of bids and award of Contract 2024-05 for resurfacing various streets
• Approval of bids and award of Contract 2024-16 for school zone signal improvements along Campbell Station Road
• Approval of Great Farragut Sidewalk Sale special event, July 26–28, 2024

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a first reading of the FY2025 annual budget. The board also reviewed bids for street resurfacing and school zone signal improvements, and a request for a town-wide sidewalk sale event.

• Proposed FY2025 General Fund revenues of $17,027,108 and expenditures of $11,033,366 (First Reading)
• Proposed $1.5M transfer from General Fund to State Street Aid Fund for road resurfacing (First Reading)
• Proposed $5M transfer from General Fund to Capital Investment Program Fund (First Reading)
• Proposed $1.14M street resurfacing contract awarded to APAC-Atlantic, Inc. (Pending)
• Proposed $138,917.60 school zone signal contract awarded to Progression Electric, LLC (Pending)
• Proposed 'Great Farragut Sidewalk Sale' event for July 26-28 (Pending)

Arts & Beautification Committee

The Farragut Arts & Beautification Committee will meet to approve past minutes, recap a recent cemetery event, discuss future events, and select a youth representative. No major decisions are scheduled.

• Recap of Living History at Pleasant Forest Cemetery
• Discussion on next rotating event
• Youth Representative selection

The Arts and Beautification Committee approved the April minutes and selected Ella Woods as the 2024-2025 youth representative. Members discussed feedback from the Living History event, including positives and areas for improvement, and planned the next rotation event, the Photo/Art Show. The meeting was adjourned at 12:07 PM.

• Approved April minutes (motion by Joyce, seconded by Bill)
• Selected Ella Woods as 2024-2025 youth representative
• Set next rotation event as Photo/Art Show (motion by Joyce, seconded by Marianne)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:07 PM (motion by Bill, seconded by Marianne)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings and discussions on several items, including approval of design plans for the Turkey Creek Greenway extension and road improvements, a new Stormwater Management Control Ordinance, and multiple zoning and land use map amendments. The commission will also discuss sign ordinance changes, a zoning change near Cotton Eyed Joe's, a development concept plan amendment, driveway access amendments, and a draft Vision Plan for the Town Center.

• Approval of design plans for Turkey Creek Greenway extension from Brixworth Subdivision to Virtue Road, including widening Turkey Creek Road and adding curb and gutter
• Public hearing on new Stormwater Management Control Ordinance to replace Chapters 103 and 111
• Public hearing on Future Land Use Map amendment for 12 acres at 341 Boring Road from Open Space Cluster Residential to Very Low Density Residential
• Public hearing on Zoning Map amendment for same 12 acres from R-1 and R-2 to R-3
• Discussion on zoning change for 3.1 acres west of Cotton Eyed Joe's from C-2 to OD-RE/E

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission voted unanimously to defer action on design plans for the Turkey Creek Greenway and Turkey Creek Road improvements until more information is provided. It unanimously recommended approval of a new Stormwater Management Control Ordinance (Ordinance 24-07) to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. The commission also unanimously recommended approval of amendments to the Future Land Use Map and Zoning Map for 12 acres at 341 Boring Road, and unanimously approved modifications to sign provisions in the Mixed-Use Town Center area. Several other items were for discussion only, with no decisions made.

• Deferred Turkey Creek Greenway design plans until more information is provided (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of new Stormwater Management Control Ordinance 24-07 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Future Land Use Map amendment for 341 Boring Road from Open Space Cluster Residential to Very Low Density Residential (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Map amendment for 341 Boring Road from R-1 and R-2 to R-3 (unanimous)
• Approved modifications to sign provisions in Ordinance 24-06 for Mixed-Use Town Center (unanimous)
• Approved April 18, 2024 minutes, with Commissioner Preston abstaining (unanimous among present)
• Approved meeting agenda as submitted (unanimous)

Parks & Athletics Council

The Farragut Parks & Athletics Council is meeting to discuss and approve several items, including a new Parks and Recreation logo, the field allocation process, and a new student representative. They will also receive an update on the Master Plan from Ron Oestreich and set the FY25 meeting schedule.

• Approval of new Parks and Recreation logo
• Discussion regarding field allocation process
• Approval of new Student Representative
• Master Plan update by Ron Oestreich
• FY25 meeting schedule

The Farragut Parks and Athletics Council approved a five-member subcommittee to handle semi-annual field allocation sessions and unanimously selected Ayden Perez as the student representative for the next school year. Staff reported that electronic gates at McFee Park will go active May 24, and bids for rectangular field repairs at MBLP came in under budget. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were updates or procedural.

• Approved five-member field allocation subcommittee (unanimous)
• Approved Ayden Perez as Student Representative (unanimous)
• Accepted April 9 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The May 9, 2024 meeting of the Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold a staff/developer meeting to discuss three items: a zoning map amendment for a parcel west of Cotton Eyed Joe's, an amendment to the development concept plan for the commercial portion of the Kingston Pike Village/Farragut Junction PCD, and amendments to the Sign Ordinance for the Mixed-Use Town Center area. The sign ordinance item includes a public hearing.

• Zoning map amendment for Parcel 15402, Tax Map 130, west of Cotton Eyed Joe's, from C-2 to OD-RE/E, 3.1 acres (Cox Universal Group)
• Amendment to development concept plan for commercial portion of Kingston Pike Village/Farragut Junction PCD at southwest intersection of Kingston Pike and S. Watt Road (Daniel Smith)
• Amendments to Farragut Sign Ordinance for Mixed-Use Town Center area (JA Fielden) - public hearing

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop regarding FY25 fee schedules and program changes. The regular meeting includes discussions on declaring town property as surplus and approving contracts for a new vehicle and synthetic field resurfacing.

• Workshop on Program Changes & FY25 Fee Schedule
• Resolution R-2024-06 to declare certain Town property as surplus
• Purchase of one Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4wd Pick-up from Wilson County Motors
• Bids for Contract 2024-15 for synthetic field resurfacing
• Beer Board review of Class 5, Off-Premise Beer Permit for Ian’s Market #122

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a $1.32 million contract with GeoSurfaces Inc. to resurface synthetic fields 1 and 2 at Mayor Bob Leonard Park, funded partly by a 50/50 matching grant. The board also approved a $44,070 purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado for Public Works and declared three town vehicles surplus for auction. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Contract 2024-15 with GeoSurfaces Inc. for $1,320,000 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 4WD from Wilson County Motors for $44,070 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-06 declaring 2007 Chevy Colorado, 2013 Ford F150, and 2018 Ford F150 surplus (5-0)

Visual Resources Review Board

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and review staff reports on recently approved wall signs. Three new sign applications will be considered: a tenant panel sign for Mind Body Optimization at 10904 Kingston Pike, and primary permanent ground signs for Discount Tire at 11201 Kingston Pike and Foundever at 11221 Outlet Drive.

• Review of tenant panel sign for Mind Body Optimization at 10904 Kingston Pike
• Review of primary permanent ground sign for Discount Tire at 11201 Kingston Pike
• Review of primary permanent ground sign for Foundever at 11221 Outlet Drive

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board approved three sign applications: a tenant panel sign for Mind Body Optimization, a refaced monument sign for Discount Tire, and a new monument sign for Foundever. All approvals were unanimous. The board also approved the March 26, 2024, minutes.

• Approved March 26, 2024, minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Mind Body Optimization tenant panel sign at 10904 Kingston Pike (unanimous)
• Approved Discount Tire monument sign at 11201 Kingston Pike, subject to staff conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Foundever monument sign at 11221 Outlet Drive (unanimous)

Farragut Museum Committee

The Farragut Museum Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, get updates on the Living History Event, discuss the committee charter (with a vote planned for May), and discuss the parade float and assembly date. The agenda is mostly routine updates and planning.

• Approval of minutes from 3/26/24 meeting
• Living History Event update (April 28 at Pleasant Forest Cemetery)
• Charter discussion with vote at May meeting
• Parade float discussion and assembly date

The committee approved the minutes from the March 26 meeting. Members reviewed a proposed charter that combines the existing Charter and By-Laws, with a vote scheduled for the May meeting. Updates were provided for an upcoming Living History event on April 28 and preparations for a July 4th parade float.

• Approved minutes from 3/26/24 meeting
• Voted to review new unified charter for one month before voting in May
• Discussed Living History event logistics for April 28
• Discussed parade float plans for July 4th week

Farragut Education Relations Committee

The Farragut Education Relations Committee is meeting to approve minutes from February 5, 2024, discuss FY2025 meeting dates, and receive school liaison updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of February 5, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of FY2025 meeting dates
• School liaison updates from Farragut schools

The committee approved the February 5, 2024 minutes unanimously and discussed potential FY2025 meeting dates, deciding to finalize the schedule at the June 3, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of school updates and reports.

• Approved February 5, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred FY2025 meeting schedule decision to June 3, 2024 meeting

Municipal Planning Commission

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will consider a KUB utility installation, approve the FY 2025-2030 Capital Investment Plan, and discuss two land-use map amendments for 12 acres at 341 Boring Road. They will also discuss sign ordinance amendments for the Mixed-Use Town Center area. The meeting includes public comment periods.

• KUB request to install 646 ft of 6-inch and 726 ft of 2-inch MDPE pipe along Kingston Pike, Old Stage Road, Windham Hill Road, and Somersworth Drive
• Approval of FY 2025-2030 Capital Investment Plan (CIP)
• Discussion on amending Future Land Use Map for Parcels 070 and 072, Tax Map 142, 341 Boring Road, from Open Space Cluster Residential to Very Low Density Residential
• Discussion on amending Zoning Map for same parcels from R-1 and R-2 to R-3
• Discussion on Sign Ordinance amendments for Mixed-Use Town Center area

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission approved the installation of six-inch and two-inch MDPE pipe by KUB along Kingston Pike, Old Stage Road, Windham Hill Road, and Somersworth Drive, subject to conditions including right-of-way and TDOT permits. The commission also approved the FY 2025-2030 Capital Investment Plan for recommendation to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. Several items were discussed but not voted on, including Future Land Use and Zoning Map amendments for parcels at 341 Boring Road and Sign Ordinance amendments for the Mixed-Use Town Center.

• Approved KUB MDPE pipe installation along Kingston Pike, Old Stage Road, Windham Hill Road, and Somersworth Drive (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025-2030 Capital Investment Plan for recommendation to Board of Mayor and Aldermen (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 21, 2024 (unanimous)

Arts & Beautification Committee

The Arts & Beautification Committee will review March minutes, hear an update on the Living History event at Pleasant Forest Cemetery, and brainstorm ideas for a summer activity. Members are reminded to submit committee applications. The meeting is largely routine and discussion-focused.

• Status update on Living History at Pleasant Forest Cemetery
• Brainstorm/discussion on a summer ABC activity
• Reminder to turn in committee applications
• Upcoming Living History event on April 28 at Pleasant Forest Cemetery

The committee approved the March meeting minutes. Members discussed logistics for the upcoming Pleasant Forest Cemetery Living History event and decided to focus on fall planning and the Independence Day parade instead of summer activities.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Decided to focus on fall event planning and Independence Day parade assistance over summer activities

Stormwater Advisory Committee

The Stormwater Advisory Committee will review a new stormwater ordinance and discuss potential stream cleanup efforts. Members will also discuss educational materials in partnership with Keep the TN River Beautiful.

• Review and discussion of new Stormwater Ordinance
• Discussion of possible Stream Cleanup
• Discussion of education material with Keep the TN River Beautiful

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on rescinding a March 28 decision to deny Resolution R-2024-02. This resolution concerns the Knox County Growth Policy Plan and its recommended amendments. The Board will also discuss terminating the Farragut Supplemental Retirement Plan.

• Rescinding the denial of Resolution R-2024-02 (Knox County Growth Policy Plan)
• Resolution R-2024-05: Termination of Farragut Supplemental Retirement Plan
• Ordinance 24-01: Amendments to Public Tree and Street Tree definitions
• Ordinance 24-04: Amendments to General Fund, Insurance Fund, CIP, and Tourism Budget
• Contract bids for annual on-call road maintenance and flashing warning beacons

The Board rescinded a previous denial and approved Resolution R-2024-02 to adopt amended Knox County Growth Policy Plan maps and policies. The Board also terminated the Town's supplemental retirement plan and approved several budget amendments and infrastructure contracts.

• Approved Resolution R-2024-02 adopting Knox County Growth Policy Plan amendments (3-2)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-05 to terminate the Farragut Supplemental Retirement Plan (5-0)
• Approved $399,800 annuity contract with Midland National Life Insurance Company (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-01 amending Public and Street Tree definitions (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-04 amending FY23-24 General, Insurance, CIP, and Tourism budgets (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-05 amending municipal code for depository of town funds (5-0)
• Awarded Contract 2025-01 for annual on-call road maintenance to Pavement Restorations, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded Contract 2024-14 to Stansell Electric Company, Inc. for $35,450 (5-0)

Parks & Athletics Council

The Parks & Athletics Council will vote on the 2024 Parade Grand Marshal and on updated fees, and will receive an update on the Master Plan. The meeting also includes approval of the March 6, 2024 minutes and other business.

• Vote on 2024 Parade Grand Marshal
• Vote on updated fees
• Master Plan update
• Approval of March 6, 2024 minutes

The Farragut Parks and Athletic Council approved rental fee increases for synthetic turf fields and the great lawn, and unanimously selected Joyce Moran and Dot LaMarche as co-Grand Marshals for the Independence Day parade after the original nominee declined. The council also heard updates on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, including a planned 8-court pickleball complex at MBLP and community surveys for a new 70-acre property near McFee Park.

• Approved rental fee increases: synthetic turf fields $300 to $325 (half-day), $600 to $625 (all-day), plus great lawn increases (unanimous)
• Selected Joyce Moran and Dot LaMarche as Grand Marshals for Independence Day parade (unanimous)
• Amended and approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a special called meeting to consider a statement of objectives and reasons for Resolution R-2024-02, which would reject the recommended changes to the Knox County Growth Policy Plan proposed by the Knox County Growth Policy Coordinating Committee on January 10, 2024. This action is required by Tennessee Code Annotated § 6-58-104(b)(1). Following the meeting, a workshop on the Capital Investment Program will be held.

• Resolution R-2024-02 to reject recommended changes to the Knox County Growth Policy Plan
• Statement of objectives and reasons required by TCA § 6-58-104(b)(1)
• Capital Investment Program Workshop following the special called meeting

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a special called meeting to consider a statement of objectives regarding Resolution R-2024-02, which would approve amendments to the Knox County Growth Policy Plan. The board passed a motion to place on the April 11, 2024 agenda a motion to rescind the March 28 vote denying the resolution and to reconsider approving it. A Capital Investment Program workshop followed the meeting.

• Approved motion to place on April 11 agenda a motion to rescind March 28 denial of Resolution R-2024-02 and reconsider approval (3-0-1 pass, 1 absent)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Held Capital Investment Program workshop (no decisions recorded)

FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will discuss two requests to amend the Future Land Use Map and Zoning Map for Parcels 070 and 072, Tax Map 142, located between Waverly Court Subdivision and Baldwin Park Subdivision at 341 Boring Road. The commission will also review an amendment to the development concept plan for the commercial portion of the Kingston Pike Village/Farragut Junction Planned Commercial Development project at the southwest intersection of Kingston Pike and S. Watt Road. Additionally, amendments to the Sign Ordinance for the Mixed-Use Town Center area will be discussed.

• Amend Future Land Use Map for 12-acre site at 341 Boring Road from Open Space Cluster Residential to Very Low Density Residential
• Amend Zoning Map for 12-acre site at 341 Boring Road from R-1 and R-2 to R-3
• Amend development concept plan for Kingston Pike Village/Farragut Junction PCD project at Kingston Pike and S. Watt Road
• Amend Sign Ordinance for Mixed-Use Town Center area

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop on the Capital Investment Program, then vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including approving the amended Knox County Growth Policy Plan, municipal banking services, the FY2024-2025 Strategic Plan, and budget amendments. They will also consider contracts for wayfinding signs, pedestrian crossings, street lighting, and right-of-way services, plus a first reading of tree ordinance changes.

• Resolution R-2024-02: Approve amended Knox County Growth Policy Plan
• Resolution R-2024-03: Municipal banking services
• Resolution R-2024-04: Adopt FY2024-2025 Strategic Plan
• Ordinance 24-03 (2nd reading): Amend General Fund and CIP budgets for FY23-24
• Contract 2024-12: Mid-Block Pedestrian Crossings; Contract 2024-13: Decorative street lighting for Brooklawn Street

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted 2-3 to reject Resolution R-2024-02, which would have approved the amended Knox County Growth Policy Plan. The board approved several other items, including a new municipal banking services contract, the FY2024-2025 Strategic Plan, and multiple construction contracts. All other votes were unanimous.

• Rejected Knox County Growth Policy Plan amendment (2-3)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-03, municipal banking services with TNBank (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-2024-04, FY2024-2025 Strategic Plan (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-03, FY23-24 budget amendment, second reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-01, Public Tree definition amendment, first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-04, FY23-24 budget amendment, first reading (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-05, Depository of Town Funds amendment, first reading (5-0)
• Approved $291,581.49 contract for Mid-Block Pedestrian Crossings (5-0)

Visual Resources Review Board

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will approve minutes from its February 27 meeting, hear a staff report on wall signs approved in the past month, and review two ground-mounted sign applications: an individual tenant panel sign for Rejoice Fertility at 11126 Kingston Pike and a primary permanent ground sign for Farragut Junction Apartments at 13120 Royal Palm Way. The board previously approved the apartment sign in a different location; the applicant now proposes placing it in the entrance roadway's median island, and staff recommends approval subject to conditions including accounting for a displaced shade tree and providing a cutsheet for external lights.

• Review of individual tenant panel sign for Rejoice Fertility, 11126 Kingston Pike
• Review of primary permanent ground sign for Farragut Junction Apartments, 13120 Royal Palm Way, off South Watt Road
• Staff report on wall sign applications approved since last meeting: Rejoice Fertility, The DW Designs, Westgate Christian Fellowship
• Board may revisit address number requirement for Farragut Junction sign, previously waived
• Staff recommends approval of Farragut Junction sign subject to conditions

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board approved two ground-mounted sign applications: one for Rejoice Fertility at 11126 Kingston Pike and one for Farragut Junction Apartments at 13120 Royal Palm Way. The apartment sign was approved subject to staff recommendations, including replacing a displaced shade tree and providing a cutsheet for external lights. The board also approved the February 27, 2024, minutes and noted three wall sign applications approved in the past month.

• Approved February 27, 2024, minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Rejoice Fertility individual tenant panel sign at 11126 Kingston Pike (unanimous)
• Approved Farragut Junction Apartments ground-mounted monument sign at 13120 Royal Palm Way, subject to staff recommendations (unanimous)

Farragut Museum Committee

The Farragut Museum Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, recap the Black History Month event, and receive updates on the Living History Event and the Battle of Campbell Station Monument. They will also discuss the committee's charter/bylaws and a parade float, and remind members to RSVP for the Volunteer Banquet on April 5.

• Approval of minutes from January 23, 2024 meeting
• Black History Month event recap
• Living History Event update (scheduled April 28 at Pleasant Forest Cemetery)
• Battle of Campbell Station Monument update
• Charter/bylaws discussion and parade float discussion

The committee approved the consolidation of its charter and bylaws and decided to reuse the existing Admiral Farragut Boat parade float. Members also planned a Living History event for April 28 and discussed future museum interior design.

• Approved minutes from 1/23/24 meeting
• Approved combining Charter and Bi-Laws into one Charter
• Approved reusing the Admiral Farragut Boat Parade float
• Agreed to seek an interior design expert for the future museum after July 4th

Municipal Planning Commission

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and discussion on a site plan to relocate the old Belleaire Drive access to Kingston Pike at First Baptist Church Concord, 11704 Kingston Pike. The project, which has been discussed since 2008, aims to align the access with Russgate Boulevard and address resident safety concerns. The commission will also consider a postponed utility request from KUB and other routine items.

• Site plan for relocation of old Belleaire Drive access at First Baptist Church Concord, 11704 Kingston Pike, zoned R-1 and R-3
• Postponed KUB request for installation of 6-inch MDPE pipe along Kingston Pike and Old Stage Road, and 2-inch MDPE to Windham Hill Road and Somersworth Drive
• Approval of minutes from February 15, 2024 meeting
• Approval of utilities
• Citizen forum for public comment

The Commission approved a site plan to relocate the old Belleaire Drive Kingston Pike access at First Baptist Church Concord. The approval is subject to zoning corrections, a $9,000 erosion control letter of credit, and a TDOT access permit.

• Approved agenda with Item #4 removed (unanimous)
• Approved February 15, 2024 minutes (unanimous, one abstention)
• Approved site plan for Belleaire Drive Kingston Pike access relocation (unanimous)

Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee

The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee meets to receive a tourism manager report with January occupancy and rate data, an ARP funding report, and to set FY 24 committee goals. The meeting also includes introductions and a hospitality partnership breakfast update.

• January hotel occupancy rate: 54.6%
• January average daily rate: $97.40
• February total social media reach: 77,470
• February total website sessions: 7,588
• ARP funding report presented by Hallie

The Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee approved its goals for fiscal year 2024 and authorized the use of proxies for business-oriented members. The committee also reviewed hotel occupancy and social media metrics.

• Approved FY 24 goals including research on a trolley system, wayfinding project, regional special event, and an Entertainment District Task Force
• Approved allowing business-oriented members to use proxies for meeting attendance
• Approved March 19 meeting minutes

Arts & Beautification Committee

The Arts & Beautification Committee will meet to discuss the status of living history at Pleasant Forest Cemetery. The agenda also includes the approval of February minutes and a reminder regarding the Volunteer/Committee Banquet.

• Status of Living History at Pleasant Forest Cemetery
• Volunteer/Committee Banquet RSVP reminder
• Living History Event scheduled for April 28 at Pleasant Forest Cemetery

The committee approved scripts for a living history event and decided on food and volunteer identification for the program. The committee also authorized contacting the Farragut Press regarding a segregation wall being placed in the museum.

• Approved February meeting minutes
• Approved scripts for 14 people for the living history event
• Decided to provide lanyards to identify volunteers
• Reached consensus to order Publix lunch boxes for approximately 40 people
• Approved request for David to contact Farragut Press regarding a segregation wall

Stormwater Advisory Committee

The Stormwater Advisory Committee will review and discuss a new Stormwater Ordinance. Members will also discuss potential activities for the Outdoor Classroom and receive a report from the Stormwater Coordinator.

• Review and discussion of new Stormwater Ordinance
• Discussion of possible activities at Outdoor Classroom
• Stormwater Coordinator Report

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The March 14, 2024 meeting of the Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen is cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Tree Board

The Tree Board will review the town's Tree City approval and discuss sign locations. Members will also review proposed activities for the Arbor Day celebration on April 11 and discuss the Town Center Draft Vision Plan streetscaping.

• Review of Tree City approval and sign locations
• Planning for Arbor Day celebration on April 11
• Review of streetscaping on Town Center Draft Vision Plan

Parks & Athletics Council

The Parks & Athletics Council will meet to approve minutes, introduce the new parks manager, discuss and vote on the 2024 parade grand marshal, receive a master plan update, and review fees. This is a regular business meeting with several action and discussion items.

• Vote on 2024 Parade Grand Marshall
• Introduction of Parks Manager Blake Travis
• Master Plan Update by Ron Oestreich
• Fee review and discussion

The Farragut Parks and Athletics Council approved the January 9, 2024 minutes and unanimously selected Gene McKissic as the 2024 Independence Day Parade Grand Marshal. Staff reported on the Master Plan, including a new turf product for MBLP fields and fee increase recommendations, but no formal action was taken on those items.

• Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Selected Gene McKissic as 2024 Independence Day Parade Grand Marshal (unanimous)

FMPC Staff/Developer Agenda

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold a discussion and public hearing on a site plan to relocate the old Belleaire Drive access at Kingston Pike for First Baptist Church Concord, located at 11704 Kingston Pike. The property is zoned R-1 and R-3, and the applicant is MBI Companies.

• Public hearing on site plan for relocation of Belleaire Drive Kingston Pike access
• First Baptist Church Concord, 11704 Kingston Pike
• Zoning: R-1 and R-3
• Applicant: MBI Companies

Visual Resources Review Board

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will review four sign applications and a landscape plan for a commercial center. The sign requests include a tenant panel for DW Designs, refaces for Westgate Christian Fellowship and Anthem Memory Care, and a new monument sign for Extra Space Storage. The landscape plan for the proposed N. Watt Road/Kingston Pike commercial center has an undercount of required shade trees that staff will address at the meeting.

• DW Designs tenant panel sign at 11521 Parkside Drive
• Westgate Christian Fellowship sign reface at 416 N. Campbell Station Road
• Anthem Memory Care sign reface at 901 Concord Road
• Extra Space Storage new ground sign at 11825 Snyder Road
• Landscape plan for N. Watt Road/Kingston Pike Commercial Center

The Board approved four ground-mounted sign applications for local businesses and a landscape plan for a new commercial center. All approvals were granted unanimously, with some sign requests subject to specific conditions regarding landscaping and site planning.

• Approved Rejoice Fertility sign panel (7-0)
• Approved Westgate Christian Fellowship sign reface (7-0)
• Approved Anthem Memory Care sign reface with landscaping conditions (7-0)
• Approved Extra Space monument sign with site plan and landscaping conditions (7-0)
• Approved North Watt Road/Kingston Pike commercial center landscape plan (7-0)

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop on the Knox County Growth Policy Plan and FY25 budget projections, then meet to consider a rezoning, budget amendments, and several professional services agreements. The board will also review a special occasion beer permit for a festival.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 23-20 to rezone 209 N. Watt Road from R-1 to C-1 (1.70 acres)
• First reading of Ordinance 24-03 to amend the FY23-24 General Fund and Capital Investment Program Budget
• Professional services agreement with Thompson Engineering, Inc. for Watt Road Roundabout design
• Professional services agreement with Brewer, Ingram & Fuller for Campbell Station Inn interior renovations
• Class 6 special occasion beer permit for Southern Tequila & Taco Festival (April 26, 2024)

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved several professional services agreements, including designs for the Watt Road roundabout and Campbell Station Inn renovations. The Board also authorized utility easements in Founders Park for the Turkey Creek B-Line Sewer Replacement Project and approved updates to the town's Emergency Management Plan. Additionally, the Board approved an amendment to the fire and emergency response agreement with Rural Metro.

• Approved Ordinance 23-20 to rezone 209 N. Watt Road to C-1 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-03 on first reading to amend FY23-24 budgets (5-0)
• Approved $113,225 contract with Thompson Engineering for Watt Road roundabout (5-0)
• Approved $71,470 contract with Brewer, Ingram & Fuller for Campbell Station Inn (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Rural Metro response agreement (5-0)
• Approved updates to Town of Farragut Emergency Management Plan (5-0)
• Approved utility easements in Founders Park for Turkey Creek sewer project (5-0)
• Approved Class 6 beer permit for Southern Tequila & Taco Festival (5-0)

Arts & Beautification Committee

The Farragut Arts & Beautification Committee will convene to approve November 2023 meeting minutes, receive a seasonal update, and hear the current status of the Living History project at Pleasant Forest Cemetery. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of November 2023 meeting minutes
• Status update on Living History at Pleasant Forest Cemetery

The committee approved its January minutes and reviewed planning for the Living History event, including a list of 13 potential honorees, a 24-passenger bus, and a rain-or-shine schedule. No funding, contracts, or formal event approvals were decided; organizers will continue confirming participants and pricing at the March 18 meeting.

• Approved January minutes (motion by Mayor Williams, seconded by Joyce; carried)
• Reviewed Living History honoree list: one name removed, two added, now 13 names
• No vote or approval on event budget, bus contract, or honoree list

Municipal Planning Commission

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will discuss and vote on several items, including approval of $2.73 million in TDEC Local Parks and Recreation Fund grant projects at Mayor Bob Leonard Park and McFee Park, a request to amend the Future Land Use Map for 209 N. Watt Road from Parks and Recreation to Commercial, and a preliminary plat for Somerset Farms. The meeting also includes public hearings on a site plan for Firestone Complete Auto Care and amendments to the Public Tree Care Ordinance. The agenda includes both decisions and discussions, with public comment allowed.

• Approval of $2.73M LPRF grant projects: turf replacement at Mayor Bob Leonard Park ($1,447,400), ADA path ($267,500), sand volleyball renovation ($50,000), and McFee Park dog park ($465,336)
• Public hearing on Future Land Use Map amendment for 209 N. Watt Road from Parks and Recreation to Commercial
• Public hearing on site plan for tire storage enclosure at Firestone Complete Auto Care, 11215 Kingston Pike
• Public hearing on variances and preliminary plat for Somerset Farms, 12960 Allen Kirby Road, 4 lots, 37.98 acres
• Approval request for 650 linear feet of two-inch gas line along Boring Road and Boring Lane by KUB

The Commission approved several infrastructure projects, including a gas line installation and a utility interceptor project. It also approved a land use map amendment for a property on N. Watt Road and updated the definition of a 'Public Tree' in the Town's Tree Care Ordinance.

• Approved 2023 TDEC Local Parks and Recreation Fund grant projects at Mayor Bob Leonard Park and McFee Park (unanimous)
• Approved Turkey Creek B-Line Interceptor Project subject to 12 staff conditions (unanimous; 1 abstention)
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment for 209 N. Watt Road from Parks and Recreation to Commercial (unanimous; 1 abstention)
• Approved site plan for Firestone Complete Auto Care tire storage enclosure and bollard barrier (unanimous)
• Approved installation of 650 linear feet of gas line along Boring Road and Boring Lane subject to staff conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 24-01 updating the definition of 'Public Tree' in the Public Tree Care Ordinance (unanimous)

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a workshop to review proposed updates to the Town's Emergency Management Plan, which supplements the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Operations Plan. The board will also consider several ordinances and business items, including a zoning change and multiple professional services agreements.

• Workshop: Review of Emergency Management Plan updates (approx. 48 pages)
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 24-02 (ARPA Fund Budget amendment)
• First reading of Ordinance 23-20 to rezone 209 N. Watt Road from R-1 to C-1 (1.70 acres)
• Approval of 2024 Forget Me Not Race
• Rejection of bids for Contract 2024-10 (On-Call Speed Cushion Installation)

The Board approved an amendment to the ARPA Fund Budget to increase expenditures for stormwater infrastructure repairs. The Board also approved two professional services agreements for sidewalk and pedestrian crossing projects and rejected bids for speed cushion installation due to cost.

• Approved Ordinance 24-02 to increase ARPA Fund Budget expenditures from $8.9M to $9,371,353 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-20 on first reading to rezone 209 N. Watt Road from R-1 to C-1 (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Forget Me Not Race event application for April 13, 2024 (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for Contract 2024-10 On-Call Speed Cushion Installation (5-0)
• Approved $235,500 agreement with O.R. Colan Associates, LLC for Sonja Drive/Admiral Road sidewalk acquisition (5-0)
• Approved $27,600 agreement with Cannon & Cannon, Inc. for Anchor Park pedestrian crossing design (5-0)

Farragut Education Relations Committee

The Farragut Education Relations Committee will hold a meeting to review past minutes, discuss teacher appreciation initiatives, and receive updates on Farragut High School’s Student Government Association events and activities for the second semester. The committee is a liaison between the Town of Farragut and local schools, focusing on educational and community engagement.

• Approval of minutes from September 14 and November 6, 2023
• Teacher Appreciation Discussion
• Second Semester Farragut High School SGA Events and Updates

The committee approved the minutes from September 14 and November 6, 2023. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates regarding town grants, youth representative applications, and upcoming events at Farragut Primary, Middle, and High Schools.

• Approved September 14, 2023 and November 6, 2023 minutes

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider approving a $1,471,352.90 contract with Morgan Contracting, Inc. for stormwater infrastructure repairs at eight locations, funded by ARPA and TDEC grants. The board will also vote on the first reading of an ordinance to increase the ARPA fund budget by $471,353 to cover this project, and will consider appointing G. Keith Alley as municipal judge with a pay raise from $100 to $300 per court session. Additionally, the board will vote on rejecting all bids for the On-Call Speed Cushion Installation contract due to excessive costs, and will discuss pickleball recommendations from the Parks & Athletics Council.

• Award contract 2024-09 to Morgan Contracting, Inc. for $1,471,352.90 for stormwater pipe repairs
• First reading of Ordinance 24-02 to increase ARPA fund budget by $471,353 to $9,371,353
• Resolution R-2024-01 to appoint G. Keith Alley as municipal judge, with compensation raised to $300 per session
• Reject all bids for contract 2024-10 (speed cushion installation) due to high costs
• Approve pickleball recommendations from Parks & Athletics Council

The Board approved a contract for stormwater infrastructure repairs and appointed a municipal judge. They also adopted a multi-phase plan for pickleball court usage and future facilities, while tabling a decision on speed cushion installations.

• Awarded Stormwater Infrastructure Repairs contract 2024-09 to Morgan Contracting, Inc. for $1,471,352.90
• Appointed G. Keith Alley as Municipal Judge with compensation of $300 per session
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 24-02 to increase ARPA Fund Budget expenditures by $471,353
• Approved Parks & Athletics Council pickleball recommendations for McFee Park and Mayor Bob Leonard Park (4-1)
• Tabled on-call speed cushion installation contract 2024-10 until February 8th meeting
• Approved January 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Visual Resources Review Board

The Farragut Visual Resources Review Board will review several sign and landscape applications, including new signs for two Dunkin locations, a tenant panel sign for Balanced Paws, subdivision signs for Turkey Creek Woods, and a landscape plan for Dogtopia. Staff recommends approval for most items, but notes the Dunkin menu board sign at 712 N. Campbell Station Road is non-compliant or incomplete.

• Dunkin menu board sign at 712 N. Campbell Station Road — incomplete/non-compliant application
• Dunkin primary ground sign and two peripheral accessory signs at 13038 Kingston Pike
• Balanced Paws tenant panel sign at 11135 Kingston Pike
• Turkey Creek Woods subdivision entrance sign refacing off East Kingsgate and Banbury roads
• Dogtopia landscape plan at 12925 Kingston Pike

The board approved multiple ground-mounted sign applications for businesses and a subdivision. It also approved a landscape plan for a new facility on Kingston Pike.

• Approved December 12, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Balanced Paws tenant panel sign at 11135 Kingston Pike (unanimous)
• Approved Dunkin Donuts replacement menu board at 712 N. Campbell Station Rd subject to staff recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved Turkey Creek Woods Subdivision sign refacing subject to staff recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved Dunkin Donuts primary ground mounted sign at 13038 Kingston Pike (unanimous)
• Approved two Dunkin Donuts peripheral accessory freestanding signs at 13038 Kingston Pike (unanimous)
• Approved Dogtopia landscape plan at 12925 Kingston Pike (unanimous)

Farragut Museum Committee

The Farragut Museum Committee is meeting to discuss the Battle of Campbell Station monument, review event recaps, and plan upcoming events. The agenda includes updates on the Living History and Black History Month events, as well as approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Battle of Campbell Station monument discussion
• Battle of Campbell Station event recap
• Book sales recap
• Living History event update
• Black History Month event update

The Farragut Museum Committee approved the October 24, 2023 meeting minutes. The committee discussed a proposed monument for McGill Plaza and finalized details for the Black History Month event on February 25.

• Approved minutes from October 24, 2023
• Approved $500 honorarium for Royal Youth Dance Ensemble
• Approved $500 love donation for Dr. Cynthia Fleming

Municipal Planning Commission

The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission will hold public hearings and discussions on several items, including a Future Land Use Map amendment for 209 N. Watt Road, a site plan for a tire enclosure at Firestone, variances and a preliminary plat for Somerset Farms, a gas line installation, and tree ordinance clarifications. The commission will also approve the agenda, minutes, and utilities.

• Amend Future Land Use Map for 209 N. Watt Road from Parks and Recreation to Commercial (Resolution 23-13)
• Site plan for tire storage enclosure and bollard barrier at Firestone Complete Auto Care, 11215 Kingston Pike
• Variances and preliminary plat for Somerset Farms, 12960 Allen Kirby Road, 4 lots, 37.98 acres, zoned Agricultural
• Installation of 650 linear feet of two-inch gas line along Boring Road and Boring Lane for 217 Boring Lane (KUB)
• Amendments to clarify definitions in the Public Tree Care Ordinance

Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee

The Farragut Tourism/Visitor Advisory Committee will meet to receive reports from staff on tourism activities, social media, and American Rescue Plan funding, then set its fiscal-year 2024 goals. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

The committee approved the November 21st meeting minutes. Members discussed expanding drink options and signage for the Drink Trail, as well as distribution strategies for the new Visitors Guide. The committee continues to research the feasibility of a trolley system and regional special events.

• Approved November 21st meeting minutes

Farragut Board of Mayor & Aldermen

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on January 11, 2024, at the Farragut Community Center. The board will consider Ordinance 23-17, which proposes to rezone all properties currently zoned Rural Single-Family Acre Residential (R-1-S-A) to Rural Residential (R-1). The meeting will also include procedural items such as approval of minutes and reports from the Mayor, Town Administrator, and Town Attorney.

• Ordinance 23-17: rezone Rural Single-Family Acre Residential (R-1-S-A) to Rural Residential (R-1) for all applicable properties
• Ordinance 23-19: amend General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Public hearing for Ordinance 23-17 under second reading
• Mayor’s Report and Town Administrator’s Report

The Farragut Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved two ordinances on second and final reading at its January 11, 2024 meeting. Ordinance 23-17 rezones all properties currently zoned Rural Single-Family Acre Residential (R-1-S-A) to Rural Residential (R-1), affecting the Belleaire Subdivision and a portion of the Concord Baptist property. Ordinance 23-19 amends the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 General Fund Budget, increasing appropriated expenditures from $10,379,296 to $10,439,602 to fund a temporary full-time Operations Manager position. Vice-Mayor Povlin was absent for both votes; all other members present voted yes.

• Approved Ordinance 23-17 on second and final reading, rezoning all R-1-S-A properties to R-1 (4-0, Povlin absent)
• Approved Ordinance 23-19 on second and final reading, amending the FY2023-2024 General Fund Budget (4-0, Povlin absent)
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented (4-0, Povlin absent)
• Approved the minutes of the December 14, 2023 meeting (4-0, Povlin absent)

Parks & Athletics Council

The Parks & Athletics Council will discuss and vote on a recommendation to address pickleball noise complaints from Brass Lantern residents. The proposal includes making McFee Park's north courts tennis-only, south courts pickleball-only, and studying a new pickleball complex at Mayor Bob Leonard Park. The council will also review the master plan, field allocations, and volunteer opportunities.

• Vote on BOMA recommendation for McFee Park pickleball court changes
• Proposal to re-stripe north courts for tennis only and install permanent signs
• Study for a dedicated, lighted pickleball complex at Mayor Bob Leonard Park
• Master Plan/CIP update
• Field allocation discussion

The council approved recommendations for pickleball activities to be presented to BOMA on January 25. Staff provided updates on the acquisition of 70 acres adjacent to McFee Park and several upcoming facility renovations. No other substantive votes were taken.

• Approved 'Recommendations for Pickleball' (6-1)
• Approved November 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)