Cumberland Avenue Merchants Association (CAMA) Meeting Reminder
Date: May 2, 2012
Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: Goal Post Tavern, 1824 Cumberland Avenue
What: The merchants and other interested stakeholders meet to discuss items of interest or concern and get updates on the City's Cumberland Avenue Corridor Project.
Parking: Available parking is located at Graphic Creations, 1809 Lake Avenue.
Weekend Events
April 28, 2012
Mini Market Square Farmer’s Market
Market Street between Union & Clinch
9am – 2pm
A preview of the Market Square Farmers Market featuring some of the market's farmers and food producers.
Knoxville Opera Rossini Festival
Gay St. & Market Square
12:00pm – 9:00pm
2012 Rossini Festival Italian Street Fair. Entertainment, Arts & Crafts, Food & Beverage.
*(Streets that will be closed: Union Ave between Walnut & Gay St.; Market St. between Union & Cumberland; Clinch Ave between Walnut & State St.; Gay St. between Summit Hill & Cumberland; Church St. between Walnut & State St.; Wall Ave between Walnut & Gay.)
Friday, April 27, 2012
Friday, April 20, 2012
April 20th Update
KUB Update
From: KUB Community Relations (Contact – 865-594-7988)
Re: Traffic Advisory – Road Closure for Utility Work [All closures and work are weather permitting]
Tyson Park Street Road Closure [April 23-27] – KUB will close a section of Tyson Park Street to thru traffic between Kingston Pike and the Alcoa Highway Overpass starting Monday, April 23, and lasting through Friday, April 27, as roadway resurfacing work is completed following utility construction in the area. This road closure will be in effect continuously during the listed dates. Access to Tyson Park Street and parking within Tyson Park will remain open via South Concord Street. The Third Creek Greenway will also remain open while this work is completed.
Some listed closures may extend beyond the scheduled times depending on the conditions encountered during excavation and construction. Appropriate traffic control measures and devices will be in place throughout construction zones to assist motorists traveling in these areas. Due to the ongoing presence of workers and equipment, motorists are advised to use extreme caution and expect temporary delays in these areas.
City of Knoxville - Street Paving in Ft. Sanders
To help minimize the effect on the neighborhood, the city has directed its Contractor to hold off work until after Monday, May 14*. A list of streets remaining to be paved is listed below and it is only the portions bound by 11th St and 17th Street. If you should have any questions, please contact the Engineering Department at 865.215.6100.
Bridge Avenue
Forest Avenue
Fourteenth Street
Highland Avenue
Laurel Avenue
Sixteenth Street
Twelfth Street
White Avenue
*Note: A previous post said paving would start May 14th, but date certain has not been determined for the completion of this work. Once a date is determined, that information will be posted on this blog and sent out via other channels.
Weekend Events
April 20 – 22, 2012
Rhythm & Blooms
Market Square Stage (4/20), Downtown Venues, Botanical Gardens
Experience East Tennessee's historical & present role in Americana music with performances by local, regional, and nationally reknown musicians. http://www.rhythmnbloomsfest.com/
April 21, 2012
Chalk Walk
Market Square & Krutch Park
8:00am – 5:00pm
Family Friendly Fun! Downtown sidewalks become the canvas for professional & student artists during this street painting festival. Www.dogwoodarts.com
For other events, please visit the City of Knoxville's event calendar, here.
As always, thanks for your interest in Cumberland Avenue. Have a safe and fun filled weekend.
From: KUB Community Relations (Contact – 865-594-7988)
Re: Traffic Advisory – Road Closure for Utility Work [All closures and work are weather permitting]
Tyson Park Street Road Closure [April 23-27] – KUB will close a section of Tyson Park Street to thru traffic between Kingston Pike and the Alcoa Highway Overpass starting Monday, April 23, and lasting through Friday, April 27, as roadway resurfacing work is completed following utility construction in the area. This road closure will be in effect continuously during the listed dates. Access to Tyson Park Street and parking within Tyson Park will remain open via South Concord Street. The Third Creek Greenway will also remain open while this work is completed.
Some listed closures may extend beyond the scheduled times depending on the conditions encountered during excavation and construction. Appropriate traffic control measures and devices will be in place throughout construction zones to assist motorists traveling in these areas. Due to the ongoing presence of workers and equipment, motorists are advised to use extreme caution and expect temporary delays in these areas.
City of Knoxville - Street Paving in Ft. Sanders
To help minimize the effect on the neighborhood, the city has directed its Contractor to hold off work until after Monday, May 14*. A list of streets remaining to be paved is listed below and it is only the portions bound by 11th St and 17th Street. If you should have any questions, please contact the Engineering Department at 865.215.6100.
Bridge Avenue
Forest Avenue
Fourteenth Street
Highland Avenue
Laurel Avenue
Sixteenth Street
Twelfth Street
White Avenue
*Note: A previous post said paving would start May 14th, but date certain has not been determined for the completion of this work. Once a date is determined, that information will be posted on this blog and sent out via other channels.
Weekend Events
April 20 – 22, 2012
Rhythm & Blooms
Market Square Stage (4/20), Downtown Venues, Botanical Gardens
Experience East Tennessee's historical & present role in Americana music with performances by local, regional, and nationally reknown musicians. http://www.rhythmnbloomsfest.com/
April 21, 2012
Chalk Walk
Market Square & Krutch Park
8:00am – 5:00pm
Family Friendly Fun! Downtown sidewalks become the canvas for professional & student artists during this street painting festival. Www.dogwoodarts.com
For other events, please visit the City of Knoxville's event calendar, here.
As always, thanks for your interest in Cumberland Avenue. Have a safe and fun filled weekend.
Thursday, April 12, 2012
April 12th Update
KUB Update
From: KUB Community Relations, 865-594-7531
Re: Traffic Advisory – Lane Closure for Utility Work [All closures and work are weather permitting]
Cumberland Avenue Lane Closure [April 16] – KUB will close the eastbound curbside lane of traffic on a section of Cumberland Avenue between Poplar Street and Phillip Fulmer Way as water system work is completed near the Eleventh Street intersection. This lane closure will be in effect from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Monday, April 16. One eastbound lane, the eastbound turn lane from Cumberland Avenue onto Eleventh Street, and both westbound lanes will remain open while this work is completed.
Some listed closures may extend beyond the scheduled times depending on the conditions encountered during excavation and construction. Appropriate traffic control measures will be in place at each location to assist motorists traveling in these areas. Due to the ongoing presence of workers and equipment, motorists are advised to use extreme caution and expect temporary delays in these areas.
Henley Bridge Update/Neyland Drive Closure
Neyland Drive is scheduled to have a complete closure of all lanes from 9 p.m. April 13th to 7:30 a.m. April 15th. The closure will be in place from Walnut Street to the intersection of Lake Loudon Boulevard. Calhoun's on the River and the Tennessee Boat House will be open to traffic. This total closure is needed to complete the demolition of Pier #2. For more information visit here.
Fort Sanders Update
The city of Knoxville conducted a codes sweep on the western side of the Fort Sanders neighborhood on Wednesday, April 11th. For more information about the event, click here.
UT Update
Classes end on Friday, April 27th and final exams run from May 1st through May 8th. Graduation ceremonies run from May 9th -11th.
CAMA Update
The Merchants Association held its monthly meeting on April 4, at 3:00 pm in the Goal Post Tavern. Representatitives were on hand from the City of Knoxville, Goal Post Tavern, Graphic Creations, KPD, McDonalds, Regions, University Liquors, UTPD, Wolf Trees and University Commons Project (former Fulton Bellow Site). KPD provided an update regarding issues in the district and the merchants welcomed Officer Liz Vail as the new representative. The developers of the University Commons project presented their plans and had a question and answer session about their proposed development. The City of Knoxville presented an update on the Streetscape project and the Form Code. Additionally, city staff noted that a developer plans to invest $16 million into renovating the hotel on Lake Avenue and running a Hilton Garden Inn at that location. Businesses also provided updates.
Upcoming Events
April 13-15, 2012
Dogwood Arts Market Square Art Fair
Market Square, Downtown Knoxville
Friday & Saturday: 10 am – 8 pm
Sunday: 11 am – 5 pm
Downtown Knoxville is transformed into a lively street fair with high-quality arts and crafts booths, demonstrations, entertainment, and festive food.
*Market Street between Clinch & Union and Union Ave between Walnut & Gay St. will be closed from Thursday, April 12 7:00am – Sunday, April 15 10:00pm.
For other events, please visit the City of Knoxville's event calendar, here.
As always, thanks for your interest in things related to Cumberland Avenue. Have a safe and fun filled weekend.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
April 11th Update
MEDIA ADVISORY - from the City of Knoxville
Contact: Jesse Fox Mayshark 865-215-3710 Office
What: Public meeting on University Commons Redevelopment and Urban Renewal Plan
When: 6 p.m. Thursday, April 12
Where: KCDC office, 901 Broadway
Who: KCDC staff will present the proposed redevelopment plan for the old Fulton Bellows site along Third Creek, off Cumberland Avenue. A draft is available on the KCDC website, http://www.kcdc.org/. The plan is expected to go to City Council for approval at its Tuesday, April 17th meeting. It includes a proposal for Tax Increment Financing of the University Commons development.
Contact: Jesse Fox Mayshark 865-215-3710 Office
What: Public meeting on University Commons Redevelopment and Urban Renewal Plan
When: 6 p.m. Thursday, April 12
Where: KCDC office, 901 Broadway
Who: KCDC staff will present the proposed redevelopment plan for the old Fulton Bellows site along Third Creek, off Cumberland Avenue. A draft is available on the KCDC website, http://www.kcdc.org/. The plan is expected to go to City Council for approval at its Tuesday, April 17th meeting. It includes a proposal for Tax Increment Financing of the University Commons development.
Monday, April 2, 2012
April 2nd Update
Cumberland Avenue Merchants Association (CAMA) Meeting Reminder
Date: April 4, 2012
Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: Goal Post Tavern, 1824 Cumberland Avenue
What: The merchants and other interested stakeholders meet to discuss items of interest or concern and get updates on the City's Cumberland Avenue Corridor Project. For more information please visit http://www.cumberlandknoxville.com/.
Note: The developers of the University Commons Project (former Fulton Bellows site, west of the railroad tracks) will be on hand to discuss their project and answer questions from the merchants.
Parking: Available parking is located at Graphic Creations, 1809 Lake Avenue.
Date: April 4, 2012
Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: Goal Post Tavern, 1824 Cumberland Avenue
What: The merchants and other interested stakeholders meet to discuss items of interest or concern and get updates on the City's Cumberland Avenue Corridor Project. For more information please visit http://www.cumberlandknoxville.com/.
Note: The developers of the University Commons Project (former Fulton Bellows site, west of the railroad tracks) will be on hand to discuss their project and answer questions from the merchants.
Parking: Available parking is located at Graphic Creations, 1809 Lake Avenue.
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