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Minutes
Metropolitan Council Meeting
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Minutes
Metropolitan Council Meeting
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The Metropolitan Council met in regular session on this date at 7:00 p.m. in Metro City Hall.
The invocation was offered by Councilman Ludye N. Wallace.
The Metropolitan Council gave the pledge of allegiance to the American Flag.
The Minutes of the meeting of August 3, 2004, were approved.
The roll was called and the following members were present during the progress of the meeting: Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard and President Gentry (37); Absent: Hughes, White, Greer, Hausser (4).
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Electric Power Board
Appointment of Mr. Leo Waters for a term expiring July 1, 2009. At the request
of the appointee, the confirmation was deferred.
Hospital Authority
Reappointment of Dr. Lloyd Elam for a term expiring July 11, 2009. The Rules-Confirmations-Public
Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Ms. McClendon moved
for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote
of the Council.
Municipal Solid Waste Region Board
Appointment of Ms. Gail Hughes for a term expiring December 15, 2008, filling
the unexpired term of Dr. Ruth Neff. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections
Committee recommended the appointment and Ms. McClendon moved for confirmation,
which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Tourism and Convention Commission
Reappointment of Ms. Amy Atkinson for a term expiring June 30, 2007. At the
request of the appointee, the confirmation was deferred to the second meeting
in September.
- COMMITTEE REPORTS ON MATTERS OTHER THAN LEGISLATION -
The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended approval of the following proposed amendments to Rule No. 1 and Rule No. 24 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council:
1. By amending Rule 1 by adopting the following new order of business:
1. Meeting called to order.
2. Invocation
3. Roll Call
4. Approval of minutes of previous meetings
5. Communications from the Mayor
6. Reports of committees on maters other than reports on ordinances and resolutions
7. Elections and confirmations
8. Public Hearings
9. Resolutions
10. Ordinances on first reading
11. Ordinances on second reading
12. Ordinances on third reading
13. Announcements and extraordinary matters
14. Memorializing non-binding resolutions
15. Adjournment
2. By amending Rule 24 by deleting the final paragraph that provides as follows:
All nonbinding resolutions that are approved by a unanimous vote of the committee(s) to which such resolution is referred shall be placed on a consent agenda to be heard as a consent matter and shall be voted upon by the Council together on one vote. Any such resolution shall be removed from the consent agenda upon the request of any member of Council.
Ms. McClendon moved to adopt the amendments, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (30); “Noes” Gilmore, Isabel (2); “Abstaining” Coleman (1).
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution providing amendments to the Charter of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, in accordance with Article 19, Section 19.01, and setting forth a brief description of each amendment to be placed on the ballot. The resolution was disapproved by the Charter Revision Commission and Charter Revision Committee. Mr. Wallace moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and failed by the following vote: “Ayes” Tucker, Isabel, Gotto, Loring, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Tygard (13); “Noes” Dozier, Neighbors, Briley, Dread, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Whitson, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Bradley, Williams (17); “Abstaining” Gilmore, Hart, McClendon (3).
A resolution providing amendments to the Charter of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, in accordance with Article 19, Section 19.01, and setting forth a brief description of each amendment to be placed on the ballot. The resolution was approved by the Charter Revision Commission and Charter Revision Committee with an amendment. Mr. Coleman offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Coleman moved to adopt the resolution as amended, which motion was seconded and failed by the following vote: “Ayes” Tucker, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Whitson, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams (21); “Noes” Dozier, Craddock, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Loring, Crafton, Tygard (9); “Abstaining” Neighbors, Briley, McClendon (3).
A resolution appropriating Seventy-Five Thousand Dollars ($75,000) from the Unappropriated Fund Balance of the General Services District to fund a Best Practices Study for the Metropolitan Council. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Wallace moved to defer the resolution indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution providing amendments to the Charter of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, in accordance with Article 19, Section 19.01, and setting forth a brief description of each amendment to be placed on the ballot. The Charter Revision Commission and Charter Revision Committee made no recommendation. Mr. Wallace moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and failed by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Loring, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Coleman, Tygard (20); “Noes” Neighbors, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Toler, Williams (10); “Abstaining” Tucker, Briley, Dread, McClendon (4).
A resolution approving a contract for the privatization of the Information Technologies division of Metropolitan Nashville General Hospital’s Information Technologies and Telecommunications Department to McKesson Automation Incorporated. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Neighbors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Dread, Gilmore, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Loring, McClendon, Walls, Crafton, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (24); “Noes” Summers, Wilhoite, Toler (3); “Abstaining” Briley, Isabel, Burch, Wallace, Whitmore, Whitson, Alexander, Coleman (8).
A resolution approving the tree bank fee schedule promulgated by the Urban Forester. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to defer the resolution indefinitely until it can be discussed by all parties involved, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting Congressman Jim Cooper, Senator Bill Frist, and Senator Lamar Alexander to take the appropriate action for the construction of a visitor center located at the terminus of the Natchez Trace Parkway. The resolution was approved by the Convention and Tourism Committee. Mr. Tygard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution requesting the Convention Center Commission to update the Metropolitan Council regarding the status of the convention center feasibility study. The resolution was approved by the Convention and Tourism Committee. Mr. Tygard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution requesting the Mayor, the Director of Tourism, and the Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau to collaborate and report to the Council regarding the feasibility of and actions required to locate a major destination family theme park in Nashville. The resolution was approved by the Convention and Tourism Committee. Mr. Tygard offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Tygard moved to adopt the resolution as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to introduce and enact the necessary legislation to reduce the number of required days for early voting. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded. Mr. Isabel moved to defer the resolution indefinitely, which motion was seconded. Mr. Crafton moved to table the motion to defer, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. The matter recurred on the motion to adopt, which motion was adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution requesting the Tennessee State Department of Transportation to consider creative funding measures to construct sound barriers on Interstate 65 in the vicinity of the City of Oak Hill in Davidson County. The Transportation and Aviation Committee recommended deferment. Ms. Williams moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Mayor and the Finance Department to require that all consultants and companies doing business with the Metropolitan Government have the applicable local and state business licenses required by law. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Wallace moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department to purchase and require all marked patrol cars to be equipped with emergency flares to be used on interstates and busy streets when necessary to protect the safety of emergency personnel and/or the public. The resolution was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee with an amendment. Mr. Forkum offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Forkum moved to adopt the resolution as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution requesting the Department of Water and Sewerage Services to submit an accountability report to the Metropolitan Council to ensure that customers are not being overcharged. The resolution was approved by the Pubic Works Committee. Mr. Isabel moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Vice Mayor to appoint a task force consisting of business leaders and educators to study the feasibility of allowing commercial advertising in school buses. The Education Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Isabel moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Vice Mayor to appoint a task force to determine the appropriate tree bank fee schedule. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Isabel moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Planning Commission to adopt public notification requirements in rules for consideration of subdivision applications. The Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee recommended deferment. Ms. Tucker moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution accepting the Southeast Community Plan: 2004 Update adopted by the Metropolitan Planning Commission on July 22, 2004. The resolution was approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Foster moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
RESOLUTION NO. RS2004-437
A resolution supplementing and amending certain resolutions of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and awarding the sale of the Metropolitan Government’s General Obligation Public Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2004.
The Clerk reported that the following bids were received on this date for sale of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County’s $53,720,000 General Obligation Public Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2004:
SERIES 2004 BONDS
NAME OF BIDDER TRUE INTEREST COST
Citigroup Global Markets Inc. 3.423285%
Goldman, Sachs & Co. 3.430381%
Banc of America Securities LLC 3.433215%
Lehman Brothers 3.436631%
UBS Financial Services Inc. 3.438231%
RBC Dain Rauscher Inc. 3.444293%
Stephens Inc. 3.448986%
Merrill Lynch & Co. 3.464558%
Raymond James & Associates, Inc. 3.572526%
A report on the bids received on The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County’s $53,720,000 General Obligation Public Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2004, recommended acceptance of the bid of Citigroup Global Markets Inc. at 3.423285%.
Ms. Gilmore offered a substitute resolution and moved that it be accepted for filing, which motion was seconded and adopted without objection.
SUBSTITUTE RESOLUTION NO. RS2004-437
A resolution supplementing and amending certain resolutions of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and awarding the sale of the Metropolitan Government’s General Obligation Public Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2004. The substitute resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the employment of Donald W. Jones as Special Counsel and Director of the Council Office for the Metropolitan County Council. The resolution was approved by the Executive Committee. Mr. Tygard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating the amount of $17,042 from the General Fund Reserve Fund for the purchase of equipment and building repairs for the Metropolitan Clerk of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a contract between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville
and Davidson County and Imagistics International Inc. for the lease of copiers.
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Gilmore
moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the
following vote:
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Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock,
Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon,
Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster,
Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard
(36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $500,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds for the construction of streetscape work and infrastructure improvements in the Dickerson Road Commercial District. The resolution was approved by the Federal Grants Review Committee. Ms. Murray moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $50,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds for a public plaza in the Edgehill Neighborhood Strategy Area. The resolution was approved by the Federal Grants Review Committee. Ms. Murray moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $300,000 in Community Development Block Grant Funds for streetscape improvements and for outdoor community facilities at Ross Elementary School in the Maxwell Neighborhood Strategy Area. The resolution was approved by the Federal Grants Review Committee. Ms. Murray moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for critical infrastructure reimbursement for heightened threat periods. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to prepare a Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an amendment to a grant from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the Metropolitan Medical Response System sustainment program. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an application for Seven Mile Creek Area Home Buyout Phase II Grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Foster moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Health to the Metropolitan Department of Health for alcohol and drug abuse services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Neighbors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a grant agreement by and between the Metropolitan Board of Health and Kids on the Block of Middle Tennessee, to provide community prevention intervention services for children. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Neighbors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a contract by and between the State of Tennessee, Department of Children’s Services, and the Metropolitan Department of Health, for the Department of Health to provide vaccinations, testing, and x-rays to Department of Children’s Services employees, and receive payment for the same. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Neighbors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Health to The Metropolitan Department of Health to provide nutritious food to low-income clients. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Neighbors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a grant agreement by and between the Metropolitan Board of Health and the Alcohol and Drug Council of Middle Tennessee, to provide community prevention intervention services for children. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Neighbors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a grant agreement by and between the Metropolitan Board of Health and Centerstone Community Mental Health Centers, Inc., to provide community prevention intervention services for children. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Neighbors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Greater Nashville Regional Council to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by and through the Metropolitan Social Services Commission to provide nutrition and transportation services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Neighbors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a third amendment to a grant from the State of Tennessee, Secretary of State, Tennessee State Library and Archives to the Nashville Public Library, to support participation in the statewide on-line interlibrary loan system. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Entertainment Facility Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee Board of Probation and Parole to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the Davidson County Community Corrections Program. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the State Trial Courts’ coordination of parenting plans, divorce education, and mediation services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Government, to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the Old Hickory Utility District and The City of Lakewood to purchase drinking water in an emergency or special need. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Brown moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Government to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with the West Wilson Utility District to purchase drinking water in an emergency or special need. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Wallace moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing O’Charley’s Inc. to install, construct and maintain an aerial encroachment/sign at 110 Coley Davis Court (Proposal No. 2004M-053G-06). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. The Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Crafton moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection, the rules were suspended for consideration of one (1) late resolution.
A resolution accepting the report of the Thermal Site Task Force and submitting said report to the Mayor. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Shulman offered Amendment No. 1 to the resolution. Mr. Wallace objected to the amendment and it was not accepted. Mr. Tygard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation or condemnation for the purpose of acquiring easements for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially with relation to Project Number 04-SL-064A, Off-site Tillman Subdivision (Proposal No.2004M-035G-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 3.24.010 of the Metropolitan Code by reducing to four years the required number of years of service for eligibility for elected officials to continue to participate in the health care plan after retirement. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 16.04 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require the front entrances of single-family homes to face a public or private street. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 16.24.330 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding minimum standards for the construction and maintenance of fences. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving a contract for the performance of juvenile detention services by the juvenile court of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the State of Tennessee, Department of Children’s Services. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation or condemnation for Granny White Pike Sidewalk Improvements Project for curb and gutter, grass strip, sidewalk and associated improvements from Kirkwood Avenue to Clayton Avenue Project No. 04-M-29 (Proposal No. 2004M-068U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Public Works, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
An ordinance amending Chapter 13.20 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require all persons engaged in excavation, sidewalk construction or paving work within the right-of-way of the Metropolitan Government to post a sign indicating the expected commencement and completion dates of the project. The bill was approved by the Public Works Committee. Mr. Shulman offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Shulman 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 amending Section 16.04.200 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding the types of permissible materials that may be used in the construction of fences. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee recommended deferment. Ms. McClendon moved to defer 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 abandoning an alley from the east margin of 8th Avenue South to 140 feet east of 8th Avenue South between Lynwood and Alloway (Proposal No. 2004M-034U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees; the Public Works Committee recommended deferment. At the request of the sponsor, Ms. McClendon moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 8.04 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require dog owners to clean up and remove excrement left by their dogs on public or private property. The Public Works, Health, Hospitals and Social Services and Parks, Library, Recreation and Entertainment Facility Committees recommended deferment. At the request of the sponsor, Ms. McClendon moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. BL2004-303
An ordinance designating certain responsibility to the Metropolitan Department of Public Works regarding the signage of public and private streets and roads. Ms. Wilhoite offered a substitute bill and moved that it be accepted for filing, which motion was seconded and adopted without objection.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2004-303
An ordinance designating certain responsibility to the Metropolitan Department of Public Works regarding the signage of public and private streets and roads. The substitute bill was approved by the Public Works Committee. Ms. Wilhoite moved to pass the bill on second reading and re-refer it to the Public Works Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. BL2004-304
An ordinance approving a lease agreement (Planning Commission No. 2004M-058U-03) between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and the Metropolitan Hospital Authority for Nashville and Davidson County, for certain real property located at 1010 Camilla Caldwell Lane, commonly known as the J.B. Knowles Home for the Aged, and authorizing the transfer of all functions, operations, and obligations of the Knowles Home to the Hospital Authority. Ms. Neighbors offered a substitute bill and moved that it be accepted for filing, which motion was seconded and adopted without objection.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2004-304
A substitute ordinance approving a lease agreement (Planning Commission No. 2004M-058U-03) between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and the Metropolitan Hospital Authority for Nashville and Davidson County, for certain real property located at 1010 Camilla Caldwell Lane, commonly known as the J.B. Knowles Home for the Aged, and authorizing the transfer to the Hospital Authority of the assisted living and adult day care functions and any operations and obligations associated with those two functions. The substitute bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Health, Hospitals and Social Services and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Neighbors moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Isabel moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded. Ms. Gilmore moved to table the motion to defer, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. After discussion Mr. Crafton called for the previous question, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. The matter recurred on the motion to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was adopted by a voice vote of the Council, with Mr. Whitson “abstaining”.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by closing Alley #688 west of 1st Avenue South, south of Hart Street (Proposal No. 2004M-055U-11). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. McClendon 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 the purpose of acquiring easements for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially with relation to Project Number 03-SL-166, Tulip Grove Pointe (Proposal No.2004M-038G-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Gotto 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 the purpose of acquiring utility easements for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially with relation to Project Numbers 99-WG-85, 36” Water Main from K.R. Harrington Water Plant to Hickory Hill Lane, and 99-WG-86, 24” Water Main from Cumberland Water Plant to Summit Hospital (Proposal No.2004M-045G-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. At the request of the sponsor, Mr. Gotto 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 Government of Nashville and Davidson
County to accept funds from the Tennessee Valley Authority for use and benefit
of the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools and to revise a transmission
line easement transversing the southwest corner of Hobson Pike. The bill
was approved by the Budget and Finance and Education Committees. Mr. Bradley
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 -
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 the Commercial Planned Unit Development for property abutting the north margin of Richards Road at Antioch Pike, classified CL, (3.92 acres), all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 71-71-U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Dread moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
SECOND SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2004-245
An ordinance amending the Metropolitan Code of Laws to provide public notification requirements for meetings of boards and commissions of the Metropolitan Government. The bill was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Briley moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance amending Section
2.104.070 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require that all individuals
and firms engaged in tree care and removal activities
obtain a permit from the urban forester before engaging in such activities
on either public or private property. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair
and Farmers Market Committee. Mr. Wallace moved to pass the bill on third reading,
which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier,
Tucker, Dread, Gilmore, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Burch,
Loring, Wallace, Walls, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Alexander, Wilhoite,
Kerstetter, Williams, Tygard (23); “Noes” Hart, Gotto, Whitson,
Foster (4); “Abstaining” Neighbors, Briley, Isabel, Cole, McClendon,
Whitmore, Toler, Coleman, Bradley (9).
Without objection Bill Nos. BL2004-268 and BL2004-269 were considered together.
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 OR20 district to MUL district property located at 4103 Hillsboro Circle, 332 feet north of Hobbs Road, (0.17 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2004Z-023U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee.
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 applying a preliminary Planned Unit Development on property at 4103 Hillsboro Circle, abutting the west margin of Hillsboro Circle, 332 feet north of Hobbs Road, classified OR20 and proposed for MUL, (.17 acres), the provisions of a Planned Unit Development District, to permit all uses permitted in the MUL zoning district with the exceptions of restaurants or bars and night clubs (Proposal No. 2004P-005U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee.
Mr. Shulman moved to pass the bills on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend various sections of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, relative to adding a new land use “Public Facility” (2004Z-014T), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Loring moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Whitson moved to defer the bill on third reading, 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 amending Chapter 17.20 relative to the Provision of Sidewalks (Proposal No. 2004Z-015T), all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission; the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Dread moved to defer the bill on third 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 changing the name of Oakwood Forest Drive to Dover Glen Drive from the intersection of Oak Forest Drive 250 feet south to its terminus (Proposal No. 2004M-043U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Emergency Communications District Board, Public Works, Traffic and Parking, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Bradley moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance authorizing the Director of Public Property, or his designee, to accept and record an easement in favor of the Metropolitan Government for use in connection with development of the Harpeth River greenway (Proposal No. 2004M-064G-06). The bill was referred to the Planning Commission. The bill was approved by the Parks, Library, Recreation and Entertainment Facility and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Tygard moved to defer the bill on third reading, which bill does not have a recommendation from the Planning Commission, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract with the State Department of Transportation for improvements to the Demonbreun Street Bridge in accordance with Federal Project No: BR-STP-3249(2). The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Wallace moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance adopting property identification maps for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, which shall be the official maps for the identification of real estate for tax assessment purposes. The bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Loring moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Whitson, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (36); “Noes” (0).
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.