City of Knoxville - Office of Neighborhood Empowerment

09/09/2026

📢 Reminder: Neighborhood Advisory Council (NAC) Applications Due September 18!

Do you care about your neighborhood and want to help shape the future of Knoxville? There's still time to apply for a seat on the Neighborhood Advisory Council (NAC), but the deadline is approaching fast!

Applications for the January 2027 through December 2029 term are due by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 18.

The NAC brings together neighborhood leaders from across Knoxville to:

✅ Learn about City processes
✅ Advise the Office of Neighborhood Empowerment
✅ Provide feedback on City policies and programs
✅ Share neighborhood concerns with the Mayor and City Administration
✅ Serve as a voice for residents on issues affecting neighborhoods

Current openings include:

• Seat 1-A (currently vacant)
• Seat 2-B (Alanna McKissack - term limited)
• Seat 4-B (Brent Waugh - term limited)
• Seat 5-A (Philip Hipps - term limited)
• Seat 6-A (Tiara-Lady Wilson)
• At-Large Seat C (Erin Hatfield)

Please note that some current members are eligible to reapply, so not all open seats will necessarily be filled by new appointees.

The Council meets on the second Wednesday of each month (except July and December). Members are appointed by the Mayor, confirmed by City Council, and serve three-year terms.

Apply here: https://www.knoxvilletn.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=109562&pageId=189873 -f831b4801d3cb3f9bd1e7b98bfef57a7

🌟 If you're passionate about Knoxville neighborhoods and building stronger connections between residents and local government, consider applying or encouraging a neighbor to apply!

For more information on applying or recommending someone for a seat, visit the City's website or contact Debbie Sharp at [email protected].

09/09/2026

🚦🎉 Celebrate 25 Years of Safety City! 🎉🚦

Join the City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department as it celebrates Safety City's 25th Anniversary on Monday, Sept. 14, at 4:30 p.m. Doors open at 4 p.m.

Come honor 25 years of teaching children valuable safety skills, connect with community partners, and learn about plans for the future.

After the celebration, families can enjoy an Open Ride until 7 p.m., giving children the chance to explore Safety City's miniature streets and practice safe biking and driving skills in a fun, hands-on environment.

We hope you'll join the City for this special milestone celebration as we look back on 25 years of community impact and ahead to the next 25! 🚲

09/08/2026

🌟 Help Shape the Future of Hill Avenue! 🌟

Join KCDC for a fun, family-friendly community block party on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 800 Howard Baker Jr. Ave. to share your ideas for the future of the former Public Safety Center on Hill Ave.

Hosted by KCDC in partnership with the City, this event is all about listening to the community and gathering input that will help guide the vision for the former Public Safety Building site.

✅ Activities for kids and adults
✅ Food trucks
✅ Community partners
✅ Opportunities to connect and share your ideas

Whether you live, work, or spend time downtown, your voice matters. Come enjoy a great day with neighbors while helping shape what's next for this key Knoxville site.

Parking is available at the event site and the Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum garages. You can also take KAT, walk, or bike to the event. Bike racks will be available.

Learn more and stay updated at KCDC's website: https://www.kcdc.org/hillavenueinput/

09/08/2026

Hi Neighbors!

Here is the link to this week's newsletter: https://bit.ly/NeighborlyNotice-2026-09-08

If you have trouble accessing the newsletter through that link, try viewing it on the website by clicking here: The Neighborly Notice Newsletter - City of Knoxville

Below are this week's topics:

1. NAC Member Spotlight: Brent Waugh
2. Deadline Approaching to Register for ONE Grant Workshops
3. Reminder: NAC Applications Due Sept. 18
4. Register your Neighborhood for National Night Out
5. Comment Period Opens Sept. 10, for Annual HUD Funding Report
6. BZA Meeting Set for Tuesday, Sept. 15
7. City Seeks Input on Stormwater Infrastructure Survey
8. Trees Knoxville Hosts Volunteer Forester Classes
9. Health Department Offers Free Diabetes Management Classes
10. AmeriCorps Seniors Host Day of Service
11. UT Hosts TN Smart Yards Festival
12. United Way Invites Neighbors to Community Meal & Share-out
13. CAC Office on Aging Plans Feed-A-Pet Fall Food Drive
14. Knoxville Neighborhoods Calendar (click link for online calendar)

Have a wonderful day!

09/04/2026

Thanks to Knoxville - Knox County Community Action Committee and EVERYONE who helped make our 2026 Neighborhood Resource Fair so fun, engaging and impactful.

08/25/2026

Hi Neighbors!

Here is the link to this week's newsletter: https://bit.ly/NeighborlyNotice-2026-08-25

If you have trouble accessing the newsletter through that link, try viewing it on the website by clicking here: https://www.knoxvilletn.gov/government/city_departments_offices/neighborhoods/the_neighborly_notice_newsletter -75f2cef64aaacd0d2d54d5883416b127

Below are this week's topics:

1. No Newsletter Next Week
2. Neighborhood Resource Fair is this Week
3. City Announces Labor Day Closures
4. Register for ONE Grant Workshops
5. City Now Accepting NAC Applications
6. City Council Announces Workshop
7. Better Building Board & Public Officer Hearing are Next Week
8. City Seeks Crossing Guards for the 2026–2027 School Year
9. KEMA to Offer Community Emergency Response Training
10. Stormwater Engineering Seeks Input
11. City Hosts Hill Ave Engagement Block Party
12. What’s Next Knoxville?
13. Planning Commission Posts Preliminary Agenda
14. CareCuts Hosts Golf Tournament
15. KBG invites Community to a Free Night of the Knoxville Symphony
16. United Way Kicks Off Annual Campaign
17. KCHD Offers Diabetes Management Series
18. Trees Knoxville Provides Volunteer Forester Classes
19. AmeriCorps Seniors Host 9/11 Day of Service
20. Save the Date: KKB East Knox Clean-up Coming
21. Bike Walk Knoxville Offers Friendly Driver Program
22. Knoxville Neighborhoods Calendar (click link for online calendar) https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0?cid=a25veHZpbGxldG5uZWlnaGJvcmhvb2RzQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ

Have a wonderful day!

08/24/2026

Missed the registration deadline for the Neighborhood Resource Fair? Don't worry, you can still join us!

Watch this short video to learn more about the upcoming Neighborhood Resource Fair and the many resources, services, and connections available to neighborhood leaders and residents. 🎥
https://youtu.be/-kcxULcS0ds?si=nIlPPYqUh7xjFmWu
Advance registration is now closed, but on-site registration will be available the day of the event, so there's still time to participate.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

08/20/2026

Thanks to Knoxville - Knox County Community Action Committee for sharing the Neighborhood Resource Fair flyer. See you there!

📍 CAC will be at the City of Knoxville’s Neighborhood Resource Fair!

Join us Saturday, August 29, from 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at the World’s Fair Exhibition Hall and connect with CAC and other local organizations offering helpful community services and resources. The event is free and will also include free food and opportunities to win door prizes.

Stop by and see CAC while you’re there—we’d love to connect with you and share more about the programs and services available to our community!

📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 World’s Fair Exhibition Hall, 935 World’s Fair Park Dr.

Registration is encouraged, and preregistering with the QR code on the flyer earns extra door prize tickets!

08/20/2026

What's in store at the 2026 Neighborhood Resource Fair? Great information, resources and conversations that will help you and your family make the most out of living in Knoxville. Register in advance for bonus door prize tickets and vouchers for free lunch! Link in top comment.