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Council adopts Magnolia Avenue redevelopment plan; East Knoxville speakers raise concerns about outreach and Chilhowee Park
Summary
The council approved a redevelopment plan for Magnolia Avenue and parts of East Knoxville prepared by KCDC, prompting residents to object to perceived lack of outreach, possible private uses at Chilhowee Park and stormwater constraints.
The Knoxville City Council approved a redevelopment plan for Magnolia Avenue and adjoining East Knoxville areas prepared by the Knoxville Community Development Corporation (KCDC) on a 7–1 vote. The plan is intended to attract private investment, utilize public financing tools and support streetscape and infrastructure improvements along the corridor.
During public comment, several East Knoxville residents urged more inclusive outreach and objected to proposals they said could convert public parkland at Chilhowee Park to private uses. Skykila Smith presented a petition with more than 400 signatures opposing an Emerald Youth proposal to…
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