City Council R 265 260217

Knoxville City Council · February 18, 2026

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Invocation and pledge

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Mayor calls the meeting to order and announces an invocation was led by Council member Grant and the pledge of allegiance led by Council member Thomas.

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Knoxville City Council approved a package of grants and several contracts and appointments. The meeting featured extended public comment and scrutiny over the African American Equity Restoration Fund grants, including a motion to postpone that was withdrawn before the council approved the $140,000 round of awards by an 8-1 vote.

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