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1. New Location for the Neighborhood Resource Fair This Saturday
2. No Newsletter Next Week
3. NAC Meets August 13
4. Serve on the Neighborhood Advisory Council
5. Participate in ONE’s Leadership Training Class
6. Board of Zoning Appeals Meets August 19
7. Reinstate Your Driver’s License Next Saturday
8. Historic Zoning Commission August 21
9. Nominations Are Open for the 2025 Orchid Awards
10. First Day of Early Voting Kicks Off Wednesday
11. Knox County Schools Start Aug. 7
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1. New Location for the Neighborhood Resource Fair This Saturday
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the City of Knoxville’s Neighborhood Resource Fair is moving to a new location. The event will now take place at the World’s Fair Exhibition Hall, 935 Worlds Fair Park Drive, on Saturday Aug. from 9a.m. to 1 p.m. It will no longer be held at the Jacob Building in Chilhowee Park. Please help us spread the word to your friends, family, and neighbors.
Today is the last day to pre-register.
All attendees may park for free at the Locust St. Garage, 540 Locust St. For individuals with mobility challenges, there will be free parking at the L&N STEM Academy, 800 Worlds Fair Park Dr., World’s Fair Park Parking, 1040 Worlds Fair Park Drive. Additional parking may be available as we are working out the details. If you have pre-registered, you will receive an update later in the week.
This free event is packed with valuable resources, services, and connections to support you and your family including health screenings, job opportunities, educational programs, and more. Pre-registering ensures you don’t miss out and gives you more chances to win one of our amazing door prizes.
We can’t wait to see you there!
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2. No Newsletter Next Week
The Office of Neighborhood Empowerment will not produce a newsletter next Tuesday, Aug. 12. But don’t worry, we will be back up and running on Tuesday, Aug. 19.
If you would like to follow us on Facebook, you can keep up with City and neighborhood events.
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3. NAC Meets August 13
The Neighborhood Advisory Council (NAC) will meet on Wednesday, Aug. 13, from 4:30-6 p.m. at the Public Works Service Center, 3131 Morris Ave.
Council members will hear from Boyce Evans, the Chief Operating Officer of the City of Knoxville, who will share insights on the City budget, including where money comes from and how it’s allocated.
All are welcomed to attend.
The City of Knoxville ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services.
To request language translation services, contact the City’s Human Resources Department at tit...@knoxvilletn.gov or 865-215-3100. For disability accommodations, contact City ADA Coordinator Stephanie Brewer Cook at sc...@knoxvilletn.gov or 865-215-2034.
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4. Serve on the Neighborhood Advisory Council
Are you or someone you know interested in serving your neighborhood and the greater community while learning more about City operations? The City of Knoxville is currently seeking applicants for seats on the Neighborhood Advisory Council (NAC) for the Jan. 2026 through Dec. 2028 term.
Open seats include:
- Seat 1-A
- Seat 2-A
- Seat 3-B
- Seat 6-B
- At Large Seat B
Some of these seats are currently held by neighbors who are eligible to reapply, so not all seats may be appointed by new appointees. Applications are due on Thursday, Aug. 14, by 4:30 p.m.
The NAC consists of neighborhood leaders from around the city and serves in an advisory and partnership capacity to:
- Give advice and feedback on the programs and policies of the Office of Neighborhood Empowerment,
- Bring neighborhood issues and concerns to the attention of the Mayor and City Administration,
- Propose to the Administration responses and solutions to address these concerns; and
- Serve as a sounding board for city initiatives and proposals affecting neighborhoods.
The NAC meets the second Wednesday of each month except July and December. As a matter of policy, it does not advise Knoxville City Council, Knoxville-Knox County Planning, and other elected and appointed bodies. Members are appointed by the Mayor, confirmed by City Council and serve three-year terms, limited to two consecutive terms. Members may serve again after a one-year break.
For more information about how to apply for or recommend someone for a seat, please visit the City’s website or contact Debbie Sharp at dsh...@knoxvilletn.gov.
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5. Participate in ONE’s Leadership Training Class
The Office of Neighborhood Empowerment (ONE) is inviting neighbors to apply for the fall session of the Building Strong Neighborhood Organizations (BSNO) Leadership Training Class. If you are interested in participating, please email the following information to Hayley Howard by no later than Friday, Aug. 22, at 4:30 p.m.:
- Full name
- Physical address
- Email address
- Phone number
- Neighborhood organization
- Brief statement on why you want to participate
BSNO is a free, eight-week course that will take place on Monday evenings, except during fall break, Sept. 8 through Nov. 3, with graduation taking place on Nov. 10. This leadership training program, for those living in the city, is created specifically for participants in and leaders of resident-led, resident-controlled, democratically run neighborhood groups. Additionally, the training is open to individuals who would like to start neighborhood associations in unorganized neighborhoods.
Over 70 neighborhood leaders have graduated from this class in the past. We consider anyone helping in a neighborhood organization or starting an organization to be a leader.
Participants receive resources including a 3-ring binder full of numerous “how-to” articles on various aspects of creating and sustaining community-based organizations.
If you have any questions, please email Hayley Howard at hho...@knoxvilletn.gov.
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6. Board of Zoning Appeals August 19
The Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) will meet next Tuesday, Aug. 19, at 4 p.m. in the Small Assembly Room of the City County Building, 400 Main St.
Please see the agenda for more details.
The meeting is in person, however, if you would like to attend via Zoom, you can request a link from Jen Scobee at jsc...@knoxvilen.tn.gov. Please submit your request no later than 12 noon, the day of the meeting.
If you wish to speak on a property, please sign in as you walk in. If you would like to be advised of appeals on an item, please be sure to fill out the Appeals sign-up sheet that will also be on the table.
The City of Knoxville ensures meaningful access to City programs, services, and activities to comply with Civil Rights Title VI and ADA Title II laws and reasonably provides translation, interpretation, modifications, accommodations, alternative formats, auxiliary aids and services.
To request language translation services, contact the City’s Human Resources Department at tit...@knoxvilletn.gov or 865-215-3100. For disability accommodations, contact City ADA Coordinator Stephanie Brewer Cook at sc...@knoxvilletn.gov or 865-215-2034 at least 72 hours before the meeting.
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7. Reinstate Your Driver’s License Next Saturday
A Driver’s License Reinstatement Fair will take place on Saturday, Aug. 16, from 9 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. in the City County Building, 400 Main St. Registration is required for the event.
Onsite services provided include:
- County and city judicial cost reviews
- Disposition updates
- Eye exams
- Written driver’s tests
- Road tests
- Meet with representatives
For more information, please visit Knox County’s website.
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8. Historic Zoning Commission Meets August 21
The monthly Historic Zoning Commission meeting for August is on Thursday, Aug. 21, at 8:30 a.m. in the Small Assembly Room, City County Building, 400 Main St.
Please visit Knoxville Knox County Planning’s website to view the agenda closer to the date.
Anyone wanting to speak on behalf of the property or the neighborhood is encouraged to attend.
The City of Knoxville’s Historic Zoning Commission encourages the preservation of historic sites and areas and the integration of historic facilities into other plans. They review applications for building permits for construction or demolition within designated historic zones.
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9. Nominations Are Open for the 2025 Orchid Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2025 Orchid Awards and will close on Friday, Aug. 25. The awards ceremony will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 Worlds Fair Park Dr.
Tickets for the event will go on sale starting in September.
Since 1979, Keep Knoxville Beautiful (KKB) has presented Orchids Beautification Awards to Knoxville and Knox County buildings, public art, and outdoor spaces that beautify and elevate the local landscape. In addition to traditional categories such as New Architecture, Redesign/Reuse, Outdoor Space, and Public Art, Keep Knoxville Beautiful highlights the accomplishments and sustainable efforts of our valuable volunteers, community partners, and green organizations and businesses.
To submit a nomination or learn more, visit Keep Knoxville Beautiful’s website.
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10. First Day of Early Voting Kicks Off Wednesday
Early voting for the upcoming City election begins on Wednesday, Aug. 6, and continues through Thursday, Aug. 21, giving residents in the city the opportunity to cast their ballots ahead of the upcoming election. Early voting provides residents with a convenient and secure way to exercise their right to vote. During early voting, you may vote at any of the six locations. Take advantage and avoid some of the lines!
Voters can check their registration status and find polling places at Go Vote! Knoxville.
For those who are voting in person, a valid photo ID is required. Absentee ballots are also available for eligible voters who request them no later than Saturday, Aug. 16, (10 days prior to election day).
Civic leaders will remind residents “Your vote is your voice. Make it count!”
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11. Knox County Schools Start Aug. 7
Knox County Schools begin on Thursday, Aug. 7. As students return to class, please take extra care while driving near bus stops and school zones.
We may be a bit out of practice slowing down in school zones, so please don’t forget that our little neighbors need you to pay attention. We want to keep them safe this school year.
Also, if you are so inclined, all schools in our district need assistance. If you would like to give, contact the school closest to you and see what the needs are.
Some neighborhoods are doing school supplies drives currently and will be giving school supplies, individually wrapped snacks, cleaning supplies, etc. This can help the schools, teachers, and most of all, our children.
Thank you to all the neighbors and neighborhood groups that have been donating.
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12. Knoxville Neighborhoods Calendar (click link for online calendar)
To add your neighborhood event or meeting to the Google calendar, call 865-215-3232.
Other Calendars
Additional online calendars that cover events outside the neighborhood realm include:
The City of Knoxville requires a permit to operate a short-term rental property. Details and a list of short-term rental permits are located on the City’s website here.
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