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Metropolitan Council Meeting

Tuesday, March 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 Charles Fentress.

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, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver, and President West (38); Absent: Hart, Kleinfelter, Hall (3).

The Minutes of the regular meeting of February 16, 1999 were approved.

- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -

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. David Paine, 209 10th Avenue South, Suite 303, Nashville TN 37203.

This term will expire on 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 reappointment of Mr. Paine to the Metropolitan Nashville Arts 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 Metropolitan Code Section 6.08.220, I hereby appoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Community Access Television Corporation Board, the following eligible, qualified person:

Mr. Samuel Coleman, 5319 Nolensville Road, E-202, Nashville TN 37211.

This term will expire on October 10, 2001.

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 Metropolitan Code Section 6.08.220, I hereby appoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Community Access Television Corporation Board, the following eligible, qualified person:

Mr. Donald Hildebrand, 132 Hardingwoods Place, Nashville TN 37205.

This term will expire on October 10, 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 appointments of Messers. Coleman and Hildebrand to the Community Access Television Corporation Board. 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 Resolution No. R92-474, I hereby appoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Municipal Solid Waste Region Board, the following eligible, qualified person:

Mr. Jim Downing, 162 3rd Avenue North, Nashville TN 37201.

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 reappointment of Mr. Downing to the Municipal Solid Waste Region Board. 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 Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 10.28.010, I hereby appoint, subject to your confirmation, as a member of the Vegetation Control Board, the following eligible, qualified person:

Mr. Dwight Beard, 2808 Foster Avenue, Nashville TN 37210.

Mr. Beard will replace Ms. Baker, who recently resigned from the board. This appointment will expire March 1, 2000.

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 Mr. Beard to the Vegetation Control Board. Mr. French moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.

The nomination of Mr. Al Bodie to the Health and Educational Facilities Board was withdrawn.

- CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS -

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1437

A resolution honoring Cynthia Black as the H.C. Hardy "Volunteer of the Year" for 1998 for the Metro Beautification and Environment Commission.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1438

A resolution recognizing McGavock Comprehensive High School teacher Charlotte McBee on being named Educator of the Year by the National High School Association.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1439

A resolution recognizing Mr. Robert H. Mingle upon his retirement from service with the Metropolitan Public School System.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1440

A resolution honoring Bob Johnson upon his retirement as executive director of the PENCIL Foundation.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1441

A resolution recognizing Crieve Hall Elementary School student Laura Wilbanks on winning 1st place in the Davidson County 4-H Public Speaking Contest.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1442

A resolution recognizing Crieve Hall Elementary School student Ben Flatt on winning 2nd place in the Davidson County 4-H Public Speaking Contest.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1443

A resolution recognizing Crieve Hall Elementary School student Will Young on winning 3rd place in the Davidson County 4-H Public Speaking Contest.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1444

A resolution recognizing Granbery Elementary School student Jared Webb on winning 1st place in the Davidson County 4-H Public Speaking Contest.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1445

A resolution recognizing Granbery Elementary School student Holly Rainey on winning 2nd place in the Davidson County 4-H Public Speaking Contest.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1446

A resolution recognizing Granbery Elementary School student Courtney Harris on winning 3rd place in the Davidson County 4-H Public Speaking Contest.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1447

A resolution recognizing the Father Ryan High School Wrestling Team on winning the State Division II Title Championship.

Without objection the rules were suspended for consideration of four (4) late resolutions.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1449

A resolution honoring Mr. Les Speyer for his outstanding contributions to the Metropolitan Government.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1450

A resolution honoring Richard D. Fletcher, Jr.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1451

A resolution recognizing Granbery Elementary School Student Chelsea Harris on winning 3rd Place in the Davidson County 4-H Public Speaking Contest.

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1452

A resolution recognizing Mr. Joseph Campbell upon his retirement from service with the Metropolitan Health Department.

The resolutions on the consent agenda were approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee. Mr. French moved to adopt the resolutions, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Varallo, Armistead, Steine, Ferrell, Waters, Patton, Black, Nollner, Majors, Harrison, Beehan, Campbell, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (37); "Noes" (0).

- RESOLUTION -

RESOLUTION NO. R99-1448

resolution approving the election of certain notaries public for Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee. Mr. Harrison offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Harrison moved to adopt the resolution 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, Dillard, Garrett, Wooden, Ponder, French, Stanley, Dale, Graves, Douglas, Clifton, Sloss, Haddox, McCallister, Hand, Crafton, Johns, Arriola, Sontany, Holloway, Hollis, Alexander, Jenkins, Turner, Fentress, Lineweaver (37); "Noes" (0).

- BILLS ON PUBLIC HEARING -

BILL NO. O99-1514

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 R6 District to RM40 District properties located on the south margin of Metrocenter Boulevard (unnumbered), approximately 600 feet west of 10th Avenue North (1.94 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-196U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Haddox 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. Petitions were filled in opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Haddox moved to defer action indefinitely on the bill, the bill being requested by LDI Design – Landscape Architects, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1515

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 OL District to RM9 District property located on the south margin of Old Hickory Boulevard, approximately 800 feet west of Edmondson Pike (9.25 acres), (Proposal No. 98Z-197U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Jenkins 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 no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Jenkins moved to pass the bill on second reading and defer the bill indefinitely, the bill being requested by Alan D. and Candace Revelette, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1516

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 R10 District to CL District properties at 420, 424 Donelson Pike and Donelson Pike (unnumbered), approximately 160 feet south of Lakeland Drive (9.46 acres), (Proposal No. 99Z-005U), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Dale asked that bill be withdrawn at the request of petitioner Littlejohn Engineering Associates, Inc., which request was granted without objection.

BILL NO. O99-1519

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. Mr. Lineweaver 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 no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Lineweaver moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1520

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. Mr. Garrett 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 no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Garrett moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1521

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. Mr. Garrett 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 no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Garrett moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1522

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. Mr. Garrett 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 no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Garrett moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

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. Ms. Holloway 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. Holloway moved to defer action indefinitely, the bill being requested by Wamble and Associates, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

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. Ms. Holloway 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. Holloway moved to defer action indefinitely, the bill being requested by Wamble and Associates, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

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. Ms. Holloway 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. Holloway moved to defer action on the bill the bill being requested by Jilly Butler, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

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. Ms. Holloway 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. Holloway moved to defer action on the bill, the bill being requested by Houston Ezell Corporation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

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. Ms. Patton moved to defer action indefinitely on the bill because of community opposition, the bill being requested by Ragan-Smith and Associates, Inc. which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1534

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. Mr. Alexander 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 no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Alexander moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1535

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. Mr. Alexander 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 no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Alexander moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

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. Mr. McCallister 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 no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. McCallister moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1537

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. Mr. Dale 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 opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Dale moved to defer action on the bill, the bill being requested by Jim Donoho, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1538

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. Mr. Crafton 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. Mr. Crafton moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

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. Mr. Jenkins asked that bill be withdrawn at the request of petitioner Ragan-Smith Associates, which request was granted without objection.

BILL NO. O99-1540

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. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Jenkins 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. Mr. Jenkins moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1541

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. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Jenkins 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. Mr. Jenkins moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

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. The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Sontany 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. Sontany moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1543

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. Ms. Sontany 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 opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. Sontany moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1544

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 MUN 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. The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. 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 no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. 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 and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

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. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Wooden 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 passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Wooden moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer it to the Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -

BILL NO. O99-1552

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 R6 District to OR20 District properties at 1015, 1017, 1021, 1023, 1025, 1027, 1031, 1033 and 1037 Scovel Street, approximately 200 feet east of 11th Avenue North (1.38 acres), (Proposal No. 99Z-002U), 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 and re-referred to the Planning Commission by a voice vote of the Council. The Clerk was directed to advertise the bill as required by law.

BILL NO. O99-1553

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 removing 53 non-historic residential properties built from 1940 to the present from the Woodland in Waverly Historic Zoning Overlay District (Proposal No. 99Z-034U), 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. O99-1555

An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by closing approximately 550 feet of Aldrich Lane located south of Cornish Drive from the northern property line of parcels 57 and 89 to its southern terminus at parcel 103 (Proposal No. 99M-031U), all of which is more particularly described herein. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1556

An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by abandoning Alley 138 between Fairfield Avenue and Donelson Street, (Proposal No. 99M-018U), 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 Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1557

An ordinance amending the Metropolitan Code of Laws by adding a new Article VIII to Chapter 2.56 to set forth provisions relative to the General Sessions Court Safety Center. 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.

BILL NO. O99-1558

An ordinance approving 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. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Health, Hospitals and Social Services and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1559

An ordinance approving a ground lease agreement between the Tennessee Board of Regents and the Metropolitan Government for construction of a television studio at Nashville State Technical Institute for public, educational, and governmental programming. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1560

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to enter into an agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. 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.

BILL NO. O99-1561

An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Mayor to execute an agreement for the exchange of equipment installation rights between the Metropolitan Department of Water and Sewerage Services and Sprint Spectrum L.P. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1562

An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Mayor to enter into an interlocal agreement with Williamson County granting Metro access to the county’s graphical information system. 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.

BILL NO. O99-1563

An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of a contract between the State of Tennessee and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for STP-M-4967(1), Central Pike (FAU-4967), widening of bridge over Stoner Creek and replacement of a Nashville and Eastern Railroad bridge over Central Pike, and authorizing the approval by resolution of the Metropolitan Council of utility relocation, maintenance or traffic signals and/or street lighting or contracts and documents associated with said project. 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.

BILL NO. O99-1564

An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of a contract between the State of Tennessee and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for STP-M-4167(2), Elm Hill Pike, Spence Lane to Massman Drive and authorizing the approval by resolution of the Metropolitan Council of utility relocation, maintenance or traffic signals and/or street lighting or contracts and documents associated with said project. 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.

BILL NO. O99-1565

An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of a contract between the State of Tennessee and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for STP-M-3251(1), West Trinity Lane, from Buena Vista Pike to White Creek Pike (US-431) and authorizing the approval by resolution of the Metropolitan Council of utility relocation, maintenance or traffic signals and/or street lighting or contracts and documents associated with said project. 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.

BILL NO. O99-1566

An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation or condemnation for Elm Hill Pike, from Spence Lane to Massman Drive, Project No. 98-R-6. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1567

An ordinance approving the sale of certain property held by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee (Map 107-9, Parcel 35; Marcella Drive). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1568

An ordinance approving the sale of certain property held by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee (Parcel 28, Tax Map 60; 2915 Brick Church Pike). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1569

An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of a permanent easement to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, for the use and benefit of the Greenway Commission of the Metropolitan Government in conjunction with the Shelby Bottoms Greenway. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Parks, Library, Recreation and Auditorium and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. O99-1570

An ordinance to approve the granting of a permanent easement on certain property owned by the Metropolitan Government (Tax Map 70-15, Parcel 43) and used for The Looby Center. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Public Works, Parks, Library, Recreation and Auditorium and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

Without objection the rules were suspended for consideration of one (1) late bill.

BILL NO. O99-1571

An ordinance approving a lease agreement by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting through the Register of Deeds and Nashville II Partners. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning, Historical and Port Authority Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.