Commission fills seats on audit, CAC, code commission, railroad and other boards

Sep 1, 2026

Following leadership elections, commissioners approved individual appointments to the audit committee, CAC board, Knox County Code Commission, Metro Drug Coalition, Railroad Authority, Retirement & Pension Board and several advisory groups by roll call or acclamation.

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The commission approved several appointments to external boards and advisory committees. Notable decisions included: Commissioner Fox appointed to the Knox County audit committee (6–5 roll call); Commissioner Thompson appointed to the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee (9–2); Commissioner Beeler appointed to the Metro Drug Coalition Board; and Commissioner Holt appointed to the Retirement and Pension Board and recommended by the mayor for Parks & Recreation appointment.

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