“What’s Next Knoxville?” is the process of updating the City of Knoxville’s Comprehensive Plan - a long-range policy document that will guide decisions on land use, transportation, and investment priorities over the next 25 years.

We spent the spring listening and learning what you love about the city, what you want to retain, and what you think should change.

The project team will share a draft vision statement and goals and present options for how different priorities could shape the future of Knoxville.

Join us at any of the upcoming input sessions to weigh in! There will be no formal presentation, so drop in at your convenience.  

Monday, September 21, 2026

• 5:30 - 7:30 pm at Norwood Elementary School

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

• 5:30 - 7:30 pm at Whittle Springs Middle School

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

• 4:30 - 6:30 pm at Urban Wilderness Gateway Park

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

• 12:00 - 2:00 pm at the East Tennessee History Center
• 5:30 - 7:30 pm at Bearden Middle School

Thursday, October 1, 2026

• 5:30 – 7:30 pm at Dr. E.V. Davidson Community Center

 

There will be refreshments and activities for kids at each session.

 

If you are not able to attend in person, all activities will be available on the project website.

 

Throughout the fall, the project team will attend additional events, present information, and staff the project headquarters to meet and hear from community members across the city. To learn more and subscribe to the newsletter, visit whatsnextknoxville.com.