10 Year Vision for Knoxville Knoxville continues to grow responsibly. The downtown is cleaner and retains its character. It is a walkable city, it is a safe city and a destination for families and vacationers, as well as professionals choosing to live downtown. What is Knoxville's Best Kept Secret? Enjoying music from local artists on the patio of Social Dove. What would you do to strengthen Knoxville? More law enforcement downtown, walking the streets and interacting with the public. Eliminate pan-handling and ensure people on the street who need services are directed to the proper organizations that provide help. What is your favorite Knoxville memory? The first weekend I moved here was the cycling race downtown. It was a fantastic introduction to living downtown. What is your favorite book or what book is currently on your nightstand? Unsettled by Steven Koonin What is the best advice you have received from a mentor, and who was that mentor? Maintain self-care and balance, cultivate mindfulness and spend time every morning with self reflection on how I am landing and does that meet my intent. - Deb Rubin What advice would you give to your 16 year old self? Work hard and good things will happen.