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Three Greenway Improvements Make Trails Safer and (Literally) Smoother 
In response to community requests, there are several greenway improvement projects underway throughout the City. Lakeshore Greenway – Smooth sailing along the river Many avid runners and walkers ... more» 
Posted by Guest  On Sep 14, 2018 at 9:34 AM
  
Big Turnout at Wednesday Workshop to Identify Chapman Highway Safety Improvements 
Over 150 people turned out on a stormy evening Wednesday, Sept. 5, at South-Doyle Middle School to provide input on safety improvements for Chapman Highway.  The Chapman Highway Community Workshop, ... more» 
Posted by Guest  On Sep 07, 2018 at 11:31 AM
  
Starting Saturday, $25 Game Day Rates Apply to Volunteer Boulevard Parking Meters 
If part of your University of Tennessee game-day tradition is to arrive way early and get a primo metered parking spot on Volunteer Boulevard, you’ll want to know that, starting Saturday, Sept. 8, ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On Sep 06, 2018 at 1:31 PM
  
Quick Look: Five Redevelopment Projects in East Knoxville; $126 million in investments 
In August, crews began construction on Phase I of the Magnolia Avenue Streetscape Project. The East Knoxville state highway isn’t the only asset in the area receiving major investment. Crews exca ... more» 
Posted by Guest  On Sep 05, 2018 at 4:28 PM
  
What's Your Solid Waste I.Q.? - Curbside Trash Pickup 
1. Which of the following photos depicts a cart that will not be emptied due to overflow? a. Lid slightly propped up – INCORRECT. According to the policy outlined in the City’s contract wit ... more» 
Posted by Guest  On Sep 01, 2018 at 7:28 AM
  
Walkability, Connectivity Improvements at Burlington Intersection 
Elected officials, business owners, and community members cut the ribbon for the Fern Street/MLK Avenue intersection on Monday, Aug. 27, 2018. The Burlington Commercial District, situated between ... more» 
Posted by Guest  On Aug 30, 2018 at 4:17 PM
  
Horticulture Pro Relies on 'Team Effort' 
In the City's Public Service Department, many hands make light work.  That's especially true for the horticulture crews, who every day work together seamlessly as a team to keep parks, greenway ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On Aug 27, 2018 at 12:29 PM
  
City Worker: 'Gotta Be a Special Kind of Somebody to Like Doing Asphalt' 
When it comes to hot, sticky, uncomfortable summer jobs, there are very few that rival was Frankie Robinson does, day in and day out. Robinson, a three-year City employee in the Public Service ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On Aug 19, 2018 at 5:12 PM
  
Top 5 Reasons to Apply for Public Service Worker I 
The City’s Public Service Department is currently seeking applications for its Public Service Worker I position. Job tasks include (but are not limited to) mowing, trimming, and brush and leaf col ... more» 
Posted by Guest  On Aug 17, 2018 at 3:08 PM
  
Waterfront Amenities Latest Additions to Lakeshore Park 
Though Lakeshore Park has long boasted spectacular views of the Smoky Mountains and the Tennessee River, patrons visiting the 185-acre riverside park have never experienced actual access to the wa ... more» 
Posted by Guest  On Aug 15, 2018 at 5:02 PM
  
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