KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Dozens of East Knoxville residents attended the first Chilhowee Park Advisory meeting on Tuesday to share ideas on how to update Chilhowee Park. Mayor Indya Kincannon said the city will allocate $10 million for future projects over the next five years.
The meeting at the Jacob Building marked the first time the public could weigh in on future plans for the park. The gathering comes after public backlash over the city’s attempt to sell land near the park.
“Excitement in the community here. The city and the mayor and Councilman Grant and the excitement from people to see a real change in East Knoxville tonight,” said Keith Foster, a member of the Chilhowee Park Advisory Group…