M I N U T E S
Metropolitan Council Meeting
Tuesday, February 2, 1999
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M I N U T E S Metropolitan Council Meeting Tuesday, February 2, 1999 |
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 Ron Nollner.
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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver, and President West (39); Absent: Hall, Alexander (2).
The Minutes of the regular meeting of January 19, 1999 were approved.
- 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 2.112.020 of the Metropolitan Code, I hereby reappoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission, the following eligible, qualified person:
Ms. Andree LeQuire, 782 Melrose Avenue, Nashville TN 37211.
This term will expire January 1, 2003.
Your earnest and prompt consideration of this appointment is appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Philip Bredesen
Mayor
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 2.112.020 of the Metropolitan Code, I hereby reappoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission, the following eligible, qualified person:
Mr. Michael McBride, 632 River Ridge Court, Nashville TN 37221.
This term will expire January 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. French, Chairman of the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee, reported that the Committee had considered and recommended the reappointments of Mr. McBride and Ms. LeQuire to the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission. Mr. French moved to confirm the appointments, 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 2.132.030 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, I hereby appoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Human Relations Commission, the following eligible, qualified person:
Ms. Michelle McGriff, 805 Airways Circle, Nashville TN 37214.
Ms. McGriff replace Rod Jefferies, who recently resigned. This term will expire on April 18, 2001.
Your earnest and prompt consideration of this appointment is appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Philip Bredesen
Mayor
The communication was received and read. Mr. French, Chairman of the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee, reported that the Committee had considered and recommended the appointment of Ms. McGriff to the Human Relations Commission. Mr. French 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 Resolution No. R92-474, I hereby reappoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Municipal Solid Waste Region Board, the following eligible, qualified person:
Ms. April Ingram, 4628 Brick Church Pike, Goodlettsville TN 37072.
This appointment will expire on December 15, 2004.
Your earnest and prompt consideration of this appointment is appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Philip Bredesen
Mayor
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 Resolution No. R92-474, I hereby reappoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Municipal Solid Waste Region Board, the following eligible, qualified person:
Dr. Decatur Rogers, 2817 Buena Vista Pike Nashville TN 37218.
This appointment will expire on December 15, 2004.
Your earnest and prompt consideration of this appointment is appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Philip Bredesen
Mayor
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 Resolution No. R92-474, I hereby reappoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Municipal Solid Waste Region Board, the following eligible, qualified person:
Mr. William Stockard, 2516 Fairfax Avenue, Nashville TN 37212.
This appointment will expire on December 15, 2004.
Your earnest and prompt consideration of this appointment is appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Philip Bredesen
Mayor
The communication was received and read. Mr. French, Chairman of the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee, reported that the Committee had considered and recommended the reappointments of Ms. Ingram, Dr. Rogers and Mr. Stockard to the Municipal Solid Waste Region Board. Mr. French moved to confirm the appointments, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Members of the Metropolitan Council
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County
Nashville, Tennessee 37201
Dear Members of Council:
Pursuant to Metropolitan Charter Section 11.101.1 and Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 6.64.080, I hereby appoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Charitable Solicitations Board, the following eligible, qualified person:
Rev. William Buchanan, 1203 9th Avenue North, Nashville TN 37208.
Reverend Buchanan will serve as the clergy representative on the board. His term will expire October 9, 2000.
Your earnest and prompt consideration of this appointment is appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Jay West
Vice Mayor and President
Metropolitan Council
The communication was received and read. Mr. French, Chairman of the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee, reported that the Committee had considered and recommended the appointment of Rev. Buchanan to the Charitable Solicitations Board. Mr. French moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution establishing operational budget goals to be achieved by the Department of Water and Sewerage Services in FY 2001-02 and FY 2003-04, requesting that the Metropolitan Mayor employ a qualified firm to assist the Department of Water and Sewerage Services in the reengineering effort necessary to achieve these budget goals, and establishing an ad hoc Water Rate Oversight Committee of the Metropolitan Council to monitor the reengineering effort of the Department. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Majors moved to defer action on the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution authorizing 184 Second Avenue North, L.P. to install, construct and maintain a sign for The Beer Sellar measuring 4’ 10" in height projecting 6 feet over the sidewalk at 107 Church Street, east of Second Avenue North, (Proposal No. 98M-131U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission; the Public Works Committee recommended indefinite deferment and the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Sloss moved to defer action on the resolution, upon the Committee recommendation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution electing Mr. Stephen L. Meyer to the Board of Directors of the Health and Educational Facilities Board of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee. Mr. Kleinfelter moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing an application to the Tennessee Housing and Development Agency for 1999 State HOUSE Entitlement Program funds. The resolution was approved by the Federal Grants Review Committee. Mr. Douglas moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
A resolution creating the Hospital Authority of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees recommended deferment of the resolution. Mr. Fentress moved to defer action on the resolution, upon the Committees' recommendation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution setting a public hearing regarding the creation of a hospital authority of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Fentress moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appointing the Board of Trustees of the Hospital Authority of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees recommended deferment of the resolution. Mr. Fentress moved to defer action on the resolution, upon the Committees' recommendation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Mayor to execute any and all documents between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and the Hospital Authority of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County regarding the transfer and assumption of all properties, functions and obligations of Metropolitan Nashville General Hospital and Bordeaux Hospital to the Hospital Authority of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County; requiring the Hospital Authority to maintain the same civil service status and employee benefits for all Hospital Authority employees currently enjoyed by employees of Metropolitan Nashville General Hospital and Bordeaux Hospital; requiring the Hospital Authority to provide injured on duty medical care to all employees of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and medical care to inmates incarcerated in Davidson County for whom the Metropolitan Government must provide hospitalization. The Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees recommended deferment of the resolution. Mr. Fentress moved to defer action on the resolution, upon the Committees' recommendation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution appropriating funds from increased revenue source to the Department of Metropolitan Police. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer, Wine and Whiskey Committees. Mr. Fentress moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the transfer of funds from the GSD General Fund to the Solid Waste Disposal Fund (1-146) and to appropriate said funds to the Solid Waste Disposal Fund for various solid waste activities. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Fentress moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving a grant from the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service of $593,437.00 to the Metropolitan Government through the Board of Health for health care for the homeless. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Fentress moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving a grant in an amount not to exceed $475,000.00 from the State of Tennessee, Department of Health, to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Health Department for the provision of HIV/AIDS prevention and surveillance services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Fentress moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Government to enter into Utility Contract No. 5366 with the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, for the construction of certain utilities, said construction being necessary as part of State Project No. 19045-3235-04 involving construction of SR-106 (Hillsboro Road) at SR-254 (Old Hickory Boulevard) (Metro Project Nos. 98-SG-52 and 98-WG-39). The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Turner moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
A resolution ratifying the acceptance of a proposal to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County from the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation relating to Project No. STP-M-11(24), 19030-2212-54, Intersection of SR 11 (Dickerson Pike) with SR 65 (Trinity Lane). The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Majors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
A resolution to classify public roads in Davidson County, Tennessee. The resolution was approved by the Public Works Committee. Mr. Majors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
A resolution adding one (1) engineering firm (Palmer Engineering) 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. Fentress moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
A resolution adding one (1) engineering firm (Booker Engineering, Inc.) 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. Fentress moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claim of J. Barleycorn’s Liquor against The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for an amount not to exceed $22,327.04 and directing that this amount be paid from the self insured liability account. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Fentress moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS40 District to CN District properties at 8993, 8983 and Highway 100 (unnumbered), approximately 550 feet east of Old Harding Lane and 1.8 miles west of Natchez Trace Parkway (1.1 acres), (Proposal No. 99Z-001G), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R20 District to CS District properties at 2347, 2351, 2353 Gallatin Pike, Gallatin Pike (unnumbered), on the southeast corner of Gallatin Pike and Riverchase Boulevard (17.29 acres), (Proposal No. 99Z-004G), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R20 District to RM4 District a portion of property at Cumberland Hills Drive (unnumbered), approximately 400 feet south of Gallatin Pike (76.79 acres),(Proposal No. 99Z-006G), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by amending the Planned Unit Development District located approximately 450 feet south of Gallatin Pike, approximately 200 feet west of Cumberland Hills Drive classified as R20 and proposed for RM4, and to cancel a portion of the Planned Unit Development District by removing 10.47 acres from the district, zoned RS10 and proposed for CS, (87.26 acres), (Proposal No. 96P-023G), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
BILL NO. O99-1523
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a District to R8 District properties located at 3276 Hamilton Church Road and Hamilton Church Road (unnumbered), on the western terminus of Forest Breeze Drive (15.6 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-178U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
BILL NO. O99-1524
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by amending the existing Calumet Planned Unit Development District located to the west abutting Hamilton Church Road, to add 11.30 acres of land located to the east of the existing Planned Unit Development District and at the western terminus of Forest Breeze Drive, (Proposal No. 79-87-P), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
BILL NO. O99-1525
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a District to RS10 District properties located at 6187 Mt. View Road, 3416 Hamilton Church Road and Hamilton Church Road (unnumbered) (62.12 acres), (Proposal No. 99Z-009U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
BILL NO. O99-1526
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a District to RM20 District property located at 3161 Hamilton Church Road (6 acres), (Proposal No. 99Z-010U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
BILL NO. O99-1527
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS15, RS10, R10 and AR2a Districts to IWD District properties at East Stewarts Lane (unnumbered), Stewarts Lane (unnumbered), and County Hospital Road (unnumbered), along both margins of the Nashville-Ashland City Railroad and the north margin of County Hospital Road (202.73 acres), (Proposal No. 99Z-011U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
An ordinance amending Section 4.04.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding procurements by the Hospital Authority of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to approve an amendment of the Section 218 Social Security Coverage Agreement between the Metropolitan Government and the Tennessee Old Age and Survivors Insurance Agency in order to exclude services performed by a student in the employ of a school, who is enrolled and regularly attends classes at such school. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Education Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 2.44.030 of the Metropolitan Code authorizing the Chief of Police of the Metropolitan Police Department to enter into contracts with individual police recruits which will permit the Metropolitan Government to recoup some of the monetary expenditures used in training police recruits should the police recruit refuse employment with the Metropolitan Police Department or leave the Metropolitan Police Department in the first three years of the recruits employment. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer, Wine and Whiskey Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 15.32.190C of the Metropolitan Code of Laws by modifying specific provisions as noted in this ordinance. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing Fox Ridge Homes to participate with the Metropolitan Government, Department of Water and Sewerage Services, for the construction of Project No. 98-SG-181. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Development Ventures, LLC to participate with the Metropolitan Government, Department of Water and Sewerage Services, for the construction of Project No. 98-SG-181. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection the rules were suspended for consideration of twelve (12) late bills.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a District to CS District property located at Bell Road (unnumbered), approximately 650 feet west of Brookview Estates Drive (2.08 acres), (Proposal No. 99Z-008U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by canceling a portion and amending a portion of the Planned Unit Development District located abutting the south margin of Old Hickory Boulevard and the east margin of Edmondson Pike, (Proposal No. 88P-069U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
BILL NO. O99-1536
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from IR District to ORI District properties located at 350 28th Avenue North and Charlotte Avenue (unnumbered) (9.44 acres), (Proposal No. 99Z-007U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RM20 and RS10 Districts to IWD District properties located at 1809, 1815, 1817, 1907 Lebanon Pike and Lebanon Pike (unnumbered), approximately 100 feet west of Gayland Court (33.35 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-169U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R40 District to CL District properties located at 5811 River Road and River Road (unnumbered), approximately 1,600 feet west of Charlotte Pike (30.7 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-119G), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
BILL NO. O99-1539
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by making applicable to property abutting the west margin of Edmondson Pike opposite Frontier Lane (22.8 acres), classified R40 and proposed for RS10, the provisions of a Planned Unit Development District, (Proposal No. 99P-001U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R40 District to RS10 District property located at 5827 Edmondson Pike, abutting the west margin of Edmondson Pike opposite Frontier Lane (7.38 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-071U), all of which is more particularly described herein. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R40 District to RS10 District property located at 5801 Edmondson Pike, approximately 900 feet north of and opposite Frontier Lane (15.42 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-072U), all of which is more particularly described herein. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
BILL NO. O99-1542
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a and R15 Districts to SCC (8.77 acres) and RS7.5 (43.01 acres) Districts property located at 2215 Murfreesboro Pike and Murfreesboro Pike (unnumbered), on the east margin of Franklin Limestone Road and at the northern terminus of Olive Circle (51.78 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-125U), all of which is more particularly described herein. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by amending the Planned Unit Development District located abutting the north margin of Smith Springs Road and the west margin of Bell Road (1.50 acres), (Proposal No. 95P-017G), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from CN District to MUL District property at 6 South 14th Street, approximately 200 feet north of Holly Street (.09 acres), (Proposal No. 99Z-015U), all of which is more particularly described herein. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
BILL NO. O99-1545
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, by amending Section 17.16.250 by permitting consignment sales at certain sites in residential zone districts, all of which is more particularly described herein. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
An ordinance amending Title 15 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws reducing water and sewer rates, all as more fully described herein, effective May 1, 1999. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Majors moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. O99-1503
An ordinance to amend Title 6, Chapter 6.54 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws concerning sexually oriented businesses. Mr. Ferrell offered a substitute bill and moved that it be accepted for filing and no objection was made.
A substitute ordinance to amend Title 6, Chapter 6.54 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws concerning sexually oriented businesses. The substitute bill was approved by the Health, Hospitals and Social Services, Codes, Fair and Farmers Market and Public Safety-Beer, Wine and Whiskey Committees. Mr. Ferrell moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. O99-1504
An ordinance authorizing the donation of certain land along with a permanent ingress/egress easement to the YWCA of Nashville from The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee. The Budget and Finance, Health, Hospitals and Social Services and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees recommended deferment of the bill. Mr. Ferrell moved to defer action indefinitely on the bill, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
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 and approved by the Public Works and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees. Mr. Crafton offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Crafton 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 approving a contract between the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Board of Hospitals to permit student nurses to serve an internship at Metropolitan Nashville General Hospital. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Haddox moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the conveyance of certain property located at 117 Charles E. Davis Boulevard (Pruitt Library) to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee (Map 93-16, Parcel 19). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Parks, Library, Recreation and Auditorium and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees. Mr. Sloss moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving the assignment of a fiber optic telecommunications system to NEXTLINK Tennessee, Inc. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Mayor to execute an agreement permitting the privately funded construction of an indoor tennis facility at the Sportsplex. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Auditorium Committees. Mr. Fentress moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance readopting the Code of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, prepared by Book Publishing Company, including supplemental and replacement pages thereof, containing certain ordinances of a general and permanent nature enacted on or before October 1998. The bill was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee. Mr. Jenkins moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. O99-1511
An ordinance authorizing Real Entertainment Ventures, Inc. to construct, install, and maintain four (4) decorative signs measuring 4’ 6" x 4’ 0", encroaching 9’ onto the public sidewalk for the Wildhorse Saloon located at 120 Second Avenue North, (Proposal No. 99M-001U), 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. Mr. Sloss requested permission to withdraw the bill, which permission was granted by the unanimous 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 naming an old section of Donelson Pike as "Old Donelson Pike" between Old Elm Hill Pike and Nodyne Drive west of Donelson Pike, (Proposal No. 98M-125U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, E-911 Board, Public Works and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees. Mr. Dale 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 renaming 37th Avenue North between Clare Avenue and Batavia Street to "T. S. Jackson Avenue", (Proposal No. 99M-008U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, E-911 Board, Public Works and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees. Mr. McCallister 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 accepting the dedication of a portion of Camilla Caldwell Lane located on Tax Map 80, Parcel 35, 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. Mr. Ferrell moved to pass the bill on second reading, 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 Hermitage Connector Road off Dodson Chapel Road, Project No. 97-R-13. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees. Mr. Ponder 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. O98-1208
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 Health, Hospitals and Social Services, Codes, Fair and Farmers Market, Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees; Public Works Committee did not recommend the bill. Mr. Kleinfelter moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Waters moved to defer action on the bill, which motion was seconded and adopted by a roll call vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS15 District to RM20 District properties located on the north margin of Highway 70 South (unnumbered), approximately 900 feet west of Hicks Road (6.83 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-126G), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission and approved by the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee. Mr. Crafton moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Armistead, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (31); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Black, Nollner, Hart, Douglas, Clifton, Arriola, Sontany (7).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R20 District to RM9 District property located at 2228 Old Hickory Boulevard, on the northeast margin of Amalie Drive and Old Hickory Boulevard (5.13 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-173U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Hollis moved to defer action on the bill, the bill being requested by Wilson Stevenson, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R40 District to OR40 District properties located at 694 Old Hickory Boulevard and Old Hickory Boulevard (unnumbered), at the southern terminus of Trousdale Drive (40.5 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-176U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee. Mr. Jenkins moved to defer action on the bill, the bill being requested by Ragan-Smith Associates, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R8 District to RM6 District property located at 4130 Murfreesboro Pike and Murfreesboro Pike (unnumbered), approximately 300 feet north of and opposite Hurricane Creek Road (14.85 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-193G), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee. Ms. Holloway moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by making applicable to property abutting the north margin of Old Hickory Boulevard opposite Cloverland Drive (40.5 acres), the provisions of the Planned Unit Development District, classified within the R40 District and proposed for OR40, (Proposal No. 98P-007U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission and approved by the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee. Mr. Jenkins moved to defer action on the bill, the bill being requested by Ragan-Smith Associates, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS7.5 District to ON District properties located at 224, 228, 230, 248 and 300 Spence Lane and from RM20 to IWD district properties located at 210 Spence Lane, 1515 Lebanon Pike, and Lebanon Pike (unnumbered), approximately 100 feet north of Marwood Lane (11.85 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-192U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee. Mr. Dale offered Amendment No. 2 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Dale moved to pass the bill on third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance approving a memorandum of agreement between the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Police Department and Metropolitan Finance Department for the establishment of a special task force to service MDHA properties. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer, Wine and Whiskey Committees. Mr. Fentress moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance approving the transfer of certain property held by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee to the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency (Parcel 249, Map 92-4). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance 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, 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance accepting two grants in the total amount of Thirty-three Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-five Dollars ($33,325.00) from the State of Tennessee Department of Agriculture to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Board of Parks and Recreation for the urban and community forestry grant assistance program. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Auditorium Committees. Mr. Fentress moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance approving a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, National Emergency Training Center to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting through the Metropolitan Fire Department for the National Arson Initiative Pilot City Program. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer, Wine and Whiskey Committees. Mr. Fentress moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance to amend Sections 12.68.180 and 1.01.030 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to eliminate the ability of a person charged with a violation of Section 12.68.180 to pay a lesser penalty by electing to plead guilty prior to the court date and to amend Section 1.010.30 by replacing certain language regarding municipal ordinance violations. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer, Wine and Whiskey Committees. Mr. Hollis moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance amending Section 15.48.090 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws by modifying specific provisions as noted in this ordinance (Water and Sewer Service Billing Procedures: Inoperative meters - Estimation of water usage). The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Waters moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance approving a joint funding agreement between the United States Department of the Interior Geological Survey and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Department of Water and Sewerage Services for the period October 1, 1998 to September 30, 1999, for the operation of stream flow gauging stations the Cumberland River (UVM) and Cumberland River water quality sampling and monitoring sites in Davidson County. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Waters moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance approving the abandonment of a drainage easement encumbering a portion of Parcel 36 on Tax Map 108 (Proposal No. 98M-132U). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees. Mr. Stanley moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance approving the abandonment of a portion of a sanitary sewer easement encumbering Parcel 21 on Tax Map 119-10 (Proposal No. 98M-133U). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees. Mr. Graves moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" 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, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Kleinfelter, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (38); "Noes" (0).
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.