What is your vision for Knoxville 10 years from now? Onward from 2031 Knoxville will be the community where all people feel valued and acknowledge the treasure in others.  All leaders will regard everyone they serve equally with an intentional effort to love and edify.  Justice, truth, and freedom will be the order of the day! What is Knoxville's best kept secret? The contributions of Black people to Knoxville success. What would you do to strengthen Knoxville? Do everything in my power to make Knoxville College a primer institution again. What is your favorite Knoxville memory? The Tom Joyner Morning Show Sky Show. What is your favorite book or what book is currently on your nightstand? Favorite: Souls of Black Folk, W.E.B. DuBois; Night stand now : As If She Were Free, Erica L. Ball What advice would you give to your 16 year old self? Take it one step at a time Sam. Stop and smell the roses!