Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Knox County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in general
Homelessness and Winter Services
Advocate Vivian Scheibe urged city-county-police-court cooperation on warming centers and services for working homeless families before winter.
Strawberry Plains Pike Comprehensive Plan Amendment
A commercial rezoning request sparked neighborhood pushback over rural preservation and water table protection.
Weather Closure
Ice has completely shut down Knox County schools, city offices, and local services today, so definitely check the full closures list before leaving your house.
Short-term Rentals Regulation
Knox County is considering new rules for short-term rentals like Airbnb and VRBO. These regulations aim to balance neighborhood peace and parking with the booming tourism market.
Cybersecurity Breach
Knoxville's city computers were hit by a ransomware attack, meaning you might run into delays trying to get things done with local government while they fix their systems.
Law Enforcement Discipline
High-ranking Knox County Sheriff's Office officials and the communications chief finally got disciplined for an Old City incident from April, proving that brass can't dodge accountability. It's a rare look at internal discipline hitting the top tier of local law enforcement.