M I N U T E S
Metropolitan Council Meeting
Tuesday, June 16, 1998
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M I N U T E S Metropolitan Council Meeting Tuesday, June 16, 1998 |
The Metropolitan Council met in regular session on this date at 7:00 p.m. in the Metropolitan Courthouse.
The invocation was offered by Councilmember Charles French.
The Metropolitan Council gave the pledge of allegiance to the American Flag.
The roll was called and the following members were present during the progress of the meeting: Varallo, Armistead, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hall, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner and Lineweaver (38); Absent: Holloway, Fentress and President West (3).
President Pro Tem Steine presided in the absence of Mr. West.
The Minutes of the regular meeting of June 2,1998 and adjourned meeting of June 9, 1998 were approved.
Mr. Harrison moved that at the time of adjournment of this meeting the Council adjourn to Tuesday,
June 23,1998, at 7:00 p.m. to consider the proposed annual operating budget on third and final reading, along with any other items deemed appropriate by the Vice Mayor for consideration at that time. The motion was adopted without objection.
- MAYOR’S MESSAGES -
The Honorable Jay West, Vice Mayor
Members of the Metropolitan Council
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County
Nashville, Tennessee 37201
Dear Vice Mayor West and Members of the Council:
Pursuant to Section 7.04.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, I hereby appoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Beer Permit Board, the following eligible, qualified person:
Mr. David Coleman, 103 Villa View Court, Brentwood, TN 37027.
Mr. Coleman will replace James Weatherly who recently resigned from the board. His term will expire on October 31, 1999.
Your earnest and prompt consideration of this appointment is appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Philip Bredesen
Mayor
The communication was received and read. Mr. Harrison, Chairman of the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee, reported that the Committee had considered and recommended the appointment of Mr. Coleman to the Beer Permit Board. Mr. Harrison moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
The Honorable Jay West, Vice Mayor
Members of the Metropolitan Council
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County
Nashville, Tennessee 37201
Dear Vice Mayor West and Members of the Council:
Pursuant to Section 17.120.040 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, I hereby reappoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Historic Zoning Commission, the following eligible, qualified person:
Mr. Gary Hawkins, 1112 Ordway Place, Nashville, TN 37206.
Mr. Hawkins will continue to serve as one of the commission's community-at-large representatives and his term will expire April 1, 2003.
Your earnest and prompt consideration of this appointment is appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Philip Bredesen
Mayor
The communication was received and read. Mr. Harrison, Chairman of the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee, reported that the Committee had considered and recommended the reappointment of Mr. Hawkins to the Historic Zoning Commission. Mr. Harrison moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
The Honorable Jay West, Vice Mayor
Members of the Metropolitan Council
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County
Nashville, Tennessee 37201
Dear Vice Mayor West and Members of the Council:
Pursuant to Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 2.100.010, I hereby reappoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Taxicab and Wrecker Licensing Board, the following eligible, qualified person:
Mr. Bernie McGehee, 8362 Greenvale Drive, Nashville, TN 37221.
Mr. McGehee's term will expire April 30, 2000.
Your earnest and prompt consideration of this appointment is appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Philip Bredesen
Mayor
The communication was received and read. Mr. Harrison, Chairman of the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee, reported that the Committee had considered and recommended the reappointment of Mr. McGehee to the Taxicab and Wrecker Licensing Board. Mr. Harrison moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
The Honorable Jay West, Vice Mayor
Members of the Metropolitan Council
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County
Nashville, Tennessee 37201
Dear Vice Mayor West and Members of the Council:
Pursuant to Section 11.901 of the Metropolitan Charter, I hereby reappoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Traffic and Parking Commission, the following eligible, qualified person:
Mr. Lawrence Lipman, 2325 Crestmoor Road, Suite L-4, Nashville, TN 37215.
This appointment will expire April 3, 2003.
Your earnest and prompt consideration of this appointment is appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Philip Bredesen
Mayor
The communication was received and read. Mr. Harrison, Chairman of the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee, reported that the Committee had considered and recommended the reappointment of Mr. Lipman to the Traffic and Parking Commission. Mr. Harrison moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
- BILL ON PUBLIC HEARING –
BILL NO. O98-1237
A bill to be entitled: The budget ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee for the fiscal year 1998-99. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Beehan requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill, and citizens were heard in favor of and in opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. Beehan moved to pass the bill on second reading and re-refer it to the Budget and Finance Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a roll call vote of the Council.
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution requesting the owners and proposed developers of the Jacksonian Apartments to explore all reasonable opportunities and alternatives for use of the building prior to the demolition of the building. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee. Mr. Ferrell moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Board of Public Education to initiate a referendum election on the proposed tax increase for public schools. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee. Mr. Hart moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded. Mr. French moved to table the motion to adopt, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Black, Majors, Beehan, Ponder, French, Stanley, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Kleinfelter, Sontany, Jenkins, Turner (17); "Noes" Waters, Nollner, Harrison, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Dale, Graves, Holt, Crafton, Arriola, Hollis, Alexander, Lineweaver (16); "Abstaining" Patton, Douglas, Johns (3).
A resolution calling the Metropolitan Board of Equalization in special session from August 1, 1998 through August 31, 1998, and on a monthly basis thereafter as necessary, to hear appeals on pro-rated assessments and to complete unfinished business from their regular session. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Beehan moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating $20,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds for the Hadley Park Tennis Program in the South Nashville Enterprise Community. The resolution was approved by the Federal Grants Review Committee. Mr. Sloss moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating $200,000 in Urban Development Action Grant (UDAG) repayments to the Metropolitan Development & Housing Agency for use by the Nashville Housing Fund. The resolution was approved by the Federal Grants Review Committee. Mr. Black moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the issuance of General Services District Capital Outlay Notes in an amount not to exceed $20,000,000 of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the purpose of providing funds for library improvement projects, as described herein, and to declare the intent of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to reimburse itself for certain expenditures with the proceeds of the General Services District Capital Outlay Notes. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Auditorium Committees. Ms. Beehan moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating Seven Million Three Hundred Sixty-Eight Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Nine Dollars ($7,368,649.00) from the unappropriated fund balance of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Police, Sheriff, Public Works, Parks, General Services, Codes, Office of Emergency Management, Tax Assessor and the Finance Departments for tornado-related expenses. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance, Codes, Fair and Farmers Market; Parks, Library, Recreation and Auditorium, Public Safety-Beer, Wine and Whiskey and Public Works Committees. Ms. Beehan moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating funds from increased revenue source to the Board of Parks and Recreation. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Auditorium Committees. Ms. Beehan moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating Ninety-Four Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-Six Dollars ($94,956) from the unappropriated fund balance of the General Fund of the General Services District for Account Nos. 301-461.911 and 301-461.912 to the Fire Department for tornado-related expenses. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer, Wine and Whiskey Committees. Ms. Beehan moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating funds from the unappropriated fund balance of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Davidson County Juvenile Court for Juvenile Court Case Support Services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Beehan moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving the appropriation of $15,000.00 to the Nashville Health Corps Partnership acting by and through the United Neighborhood Health Services, Inc. to be used as the local match for a federal grant. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Clifton moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating $10,000.00 to the Nashville Ballet, a nonprofit charitable organization, from the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Beehan moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating $14,000.00 from the Clean Air Act Reserve Fund for the purchase of equipment for the Air Pollution Control Division of the Metropolitan Department of Health. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Arriola, on behalf of the sponsor, moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving the renewal of a grant contract by and between State of Tennessee, Department of Health and the Metropolitan Government by and through the Board of Health for health and sanitary inspection services for hotels, food service establishments, swimming pools and bed and breakfast establishments. The Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services recommended deferment of the resolution. Ms. Arriola, on behalf of the sponsor, moved to defer action on the resolution, upon the Committee’s recommendation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution amending Resolution R98-1094 to approve Amendment No. 5 to the grant for alcohol and drug abuse services for the Downtown Clinic from the State of Tennessee to the Metropolitan Government by and through the Board of Health. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Arriola, on behalf of the sponsor, moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating the amount of $3,169,400 from the general fund reserve fund for the purchase of equipment, and for making repairs to buildings for various departments of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment of the resolution. Ms. Beehan to defer action on the resolution to the second meeting in July, upon the Committee’s recommendation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claim of Annie Delk against The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for an amount not to exceed $13,702.56 and directing that this amount be paid from the self-insured liability account. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Beehan moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claim of Shelia Washington, Jamie McAfee and Ricky Martin against The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for an amount not to exceed $10,000.00 and directing that this amount be paid from the self-insured liability account. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Beehan moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution adding one (1) engineering firm, LDI Design, LLC, to the master list of architects and engineers, which master list was approved by Resolution No. R94-1050. The resolution was approved by the Public Works Committee. Mr. Waters moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
Without objection the rules were suspended for consideration of one (1) late resolution.
A resolution approving an amendment to a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Military, Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County acting through Metropolitan Fire Department for arson prevention. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee. Ms. Beehan moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance approving Fiscal Year 1998-99 Central Business Improvement District budget. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation or condemnation for the purpose of acquiring utility easements for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government and specifically with relation to Project No. 96-WG-83B, Ocala Drive reservoir. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving an amendment to a lease agreement by and between the Martha O'Bryan Center and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the benefit of the Metropolitan Social Services Commission to extend the lease term. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Health, Hospitals and Social Services and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
Mr. Garrett requested a suspension of the rules to call up Bill O98-1224 at this time, and no objection was made. Mr. Garrett requested permission to withdraw the bill which is scheduled for public hearing at the July meeting inasmuch as it is a duplicate of Bill No. O98-1254, which permission was granted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
At this time the regular order of business was resumed.
An ordinance to amend Title 2, Division III, of the Metropolitan Code of Laws by adding a new Chapter 2.101 entitled Metropolitan Board of Public Education and Section 2.101.010 entitled compensation of members that would provide for the compensation of members of the Metropolitan Board of Education. The bill was approved by the Education Committee; the Budget and Finance Committee recommended indefinite deferral; the Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing and Charter Revision Committees recommended deferment of the bill. Mr. French moved to defer action on the bill, upon the committees' recommendation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 12 and Title 13 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws of Nashville and Davidson County to regulate the use of roller skates, in-line skates and skateboards. The bill was disapproved by the Traffic and Parking Commission; the Public Works, Public Safety-Beer, Wine and Whiskey and Traffic and Parking Committees recommended withdrawal of the bill. Mr. Ponder requested permission to withdraw the bill, upon the committees' recommendation, which motion was seconded and adopted without objection.
An ordinance amending Section 10.18.010 of the Metropolitan Code by deleting the provisions exempting space rented by Metropolitan Government to private tenants from the prohibition of smoking in Metropolitan buildings. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market, Public Works and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees. Mr. Kleinfelter moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 15.64.020 of the Metropolitan Code by prohibiting the Director of Public Works from enforcing the new flood protection elevation determination until the study by the Corps of Engineers becomes effective. The Public Works Committee recommended deferment of the bill. Mr. Dale moved to defer action on the bill, upon the committee recommendation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by closing Alley 653 from Hillside Avenue to Alley 655, Vernon Avenue from Hillside to its western terminus, and Reservoir Court (Proposal No. 98M-034U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees; the Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Douglas requested a suspension of the rules to override the Public Works Committee recommendation, and no objection was made. Mr. Douglas moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by closing a portion of Alley 655 between the north property line of Parcel 163 on Map 105-2 and its northern terminus (Proposal No. 98M-049U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees; the Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Sloss moved to defer action on the bill, upon the committee recommendation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by closing a segment of Alley No. 1198 between 38th Avenue North and its eastern terminus and to abandon all associated easements; and to abandon all public utility and drainage easements retained in the former right-of-way of a segment of Alley 1198 west of 37th Avenue North which was closed by City of Nashville Council Bill No. 59-372 (Proposal No. 98M-052U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees; the Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Johns moved to defer action on the bill, upon the committee recommendation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance establishing the tax levy in the General Services District for the fiscal year 1998-99, and declaring the amount required for the annual operating budget of the Urban Services District, pursuant to Section 6.07 of the Metropolitan Charter. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Beehan moved to pass the bill on second reading and re-refer it to the Budget and Finance Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by closing McGavock Street between Fourth Avenue South and Fifth Avenue South, (Proposal No. 98M-058U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was disapproved by the Traffic and Parking Commission; approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Committee; approved with an amendment by the Public Works and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees. Mr. Sloss offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Sloss moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by closing a segment of Alley No. 1839 between Newsome Street and its southern terminus (Proposal No. 98M-043U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning & Zoning Committees. Mr. Waters moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving a contract by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce for the promotion of tourism and convention business and the expenditure of funds. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Beehan offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Beehan moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend The Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by closing a portion of Chester Avenue between the west property line of Parcel 231 on Map 72-15 and Pennington Avenue, and to close a portion of Pennington Avenue between Chester Avenue and the north property line of Parcel 227 on Map 72-15 (Proposal No. 98M-055U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees. Mr. Campbell moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON THIRD READING -
BILL NO. O97-919
An ordinance amending the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, by accepting the dedication of Heath Road. The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission; approved by the Public Works Committee; the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Crafton moved to defer action on the bill to the second meeting in July, upon the committee recommendation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation or condemnation for use in a public project for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and specifically with relation to the construction of a new facility for Napier Elementary School. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Education and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees. Mr. Sloss moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Holt, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (36); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by closing Alley No. 376 (Mulloy Alley) between 17th Avenue North and 18th Avenue North, (Proposal No. 98M-025U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees; disapproved by the Traffic and Parking Commission; Traffic and Parking Committee recommended deferment of the bill. Mr. Sloss moved to defer action on the bill and refer the bill to the Traffic and Parking Commission and Traffic and Parking Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by closing Alley No. 68 between Alley No. 132 and Franklin Street, and an unnumbered alley segment abutting the west margin of Alley No. 68, approximately 76 feet south of Alley No. 132, (Proposal No. 97M-138U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees; and disapproved by the Traffic and Parking Commission. Mr. Sloss moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Majors, Harrison, Hart, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, McCallister, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Jenkins, Turner, Lineweaver (28); "Noes" (0).
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned to June 23, 1998 at 7:00 p.m.