DIRECTORS

THOMAS E. STRICKLAND, JR. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE MAYOR Accomplishments Has been instrumental in having Title VI assurances attached to city grants Established the Disparity Recommendation Committee and managed the development of the implementation plan to increase opportunities for minority women and small businesses to participate in city contracting, procurement and professional services Established outreach resources and exhibition opportunities for the city Has assisted the Police Advisory and Review Committee (PARC) in improving communications with the Knoxville Police Department, citizens, court systems and other agencies; as a result, PARC has established an excellent record for resolving matters before complaints have been filed Has increased rapport with city and county, state and national officials Community Relations Department