Mayor Rogero's Statement on Today's KTSC Board Meeting
"I appreciate the difficult work of the Knoxville Tourism & Sports Corp. Board today and am encouraged by the movement toward change in the organization's leadership. I personally believe there was no wrongdoing on the part of the executive committee and deeply appreciate their service. Their resignations will ensure a fresh perspective moving forward, and help restore public confidence in KTSC."
Mayor Rogero's Statement Regarding KTSC
"The recent revelations about Knoxville Tourism and Sports Corporation have raised questions about the organization and its role with the City. Let me start by saying that tourism is an important economic driver for our city and KTSC has been an integral partner in that effort. KTSC has an existing contract with the City under which they have delivered valuable work. I know many of the good people there - both on the board and on staff. They work very hard and are committed to promoting the City and all of its assets. Let's not lose sight of this as we move forward."
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Officer Awarded Medal of Merit for Assisting Apartment Residents of Burning Building
 Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief David Rausch awarded the Medal of Merit Award to Knoxville Police Department Officer Mike Riddle. Officer Riddle has been with KPD since April 1989.
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City Accepting Agency Grant Applications
The City of Knoxville is currently accepting applications from non-profit organizations interested in obtaining a City Community Agency Grant for fiscal year 2012-2013, which begins on July 1, 2012. The deadline for filing an application is 4:30 p.m., Thursday, March 1, 2012.
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Mayor Rogero Holds Budget Retreat
 Mayor Madeline Rogero held a budget retreat with City Council members and city leadership staff at the John T. O'Connor Center today to discuss the financial state of the City's budget and to introduce new council and staff to the annual budget process. Finance Director Jim York reported on the forecast for completion of the 2011-2012 Fiscal Year, and presented the budget outlook for Fiscal Year 2012-2013.
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[SIX MONTH FINANCIAL REPORT - PDF]
[PRESENTATION BY FINANCE - PDF]
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City Takes Proactive Steps Against Illegal Dump Site
After issuing several zoning violations and stop-work orders, the City of Knoxville has taken additional proactive steps against Greenphalt Recycling - including the posting of signs at the company's two sites. Public Service Department crews posted notices that Greenphalt has not been permitted for the disposal of solid waste by the State of Tennessee or any other regulating authority.
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February Sweeps in Brush Collection Season
 With the beginning of February comes the start of Brush Collection season for Knoxville residents - just in time to prepare yards for the spring. The Public Service Department announced that City crews will begin collecting brush and other household yard waste from Feb. 1st until Oct. 31st.
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Mardi Growl Set for March 3
 Put your best foot and your best friend's best paw forward to march in the 5th Annual Mardi Growl Parade and Festival, hosted by Friends of Young-Williams Animal Center and the City of Knoxville. Enter your cute canine in one of five categories to compete for prizes including Best Vol Spirit, Congeniality, Pet/Owner Look Alike, Best Naked Dog and Best Costume.
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Lunchtime Tunes
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free live in studio performances weekdays at noon at the WDVX 89.9 FM studio
in Downtown Knoxville at 301 South Gay Street.
BLUE PLATE SPECIAL SCHEDULE:
Mon., Feb. 6: David Ramirez
Tues., Feb. 7: Jonathan Maness
Wed., Feb. 8: Crispy Watkins
Thur., Feb. 9: Ted Russell Kamp / Rupert Wates
Fri., Feb. 10: Chris Pickering
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Knoxville Events Coming Soon!
Listed below are just a few events coming soon to Knoxville. To view more events CLICK HERE.
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