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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 Reverend Enoch Fuzz.
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: Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard and President Gentry (34); Absent: Jameson, Hart, Walls, Whitson, Alexander, Williams (6).
The Minutes of the meeting of July 19, 2005, were approved.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Sexually
Oriented Business Licensing Board
Appointment of Mr. Johnny Crumby, Sr. for a term expiring October 7, 2008. At
the request of the appointee, the nomination was deferred.
Appointment of Ms. Carol A. Etherington for a term expiring October 10, 2007. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Coleman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Appointment of Mr. Michael Mitchell for a term expiring October 7, 2007. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Coleman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Appointment of Mr. William L. Parker, Jr. for a term expiring October 7, 2005. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Coleman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Appointment of Ms. Camille Steward for a term expiring October 7, 2008. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Coleman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution approving a contract by and between United Neighborhood Health Services and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to provide medical services to homeless 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" Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (27); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving an amendment to a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to The Metropolitan Department of Health to provide primary health care services to homeless people. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Cole moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was second and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (27); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Department of Health to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by and through the Board of Health, for bioterrorism preparedness 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" Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (27); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving an amendment to a grant from the State of Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County providing for additional funding to acquire and demolish properties located in a flood hazard area. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Ms. Neighbors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (27); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the Department of Law to accept $6,764.17 in compromise and settlement of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County's property damage claim against Appleway Equipment Leasing. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Neighbors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (27); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting $9,577.12 in compromise and settlement of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County's claims against Mr. Troy Lacey for property damage and reimbursement of medical bills. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Neighbors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (27); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing Zander Insurance Group, Inc to install, construct and maintain an aerial encroachment in right-of-way on Oceola Avenue to install aerial telephone feeder cable to join 212 Oceola Avenue with 223 Oceola Avenue (Proposal No.2005M-120U-07). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee; the Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Summers moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance repealing Chapter 10.68 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to allow the sale and use of fireworks within Davidson County. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 5.04 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require the Department of Finance to provide monthly revenue collection reports to the Metropolitan Council. 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 approving a contract by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and Loss Prevention Specialists, Inc. for recovery of funds belonging to the Metropolitan Government. 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 Mayor's Office of Emergency Management to accept donations. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance accepting the donation of Three Thousand Dollars ($3,000) from the Nashville Downtown Partnership to the Metropolitan Government, Department of Public Works, for the installation of railings along planters located within the downtown area. 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 approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract with the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation regarding the installation and maintenance of one or more traffic signals at SR-155 Briley Parkway at Centennial Boulevard, Exit 26 SB off ramp. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements described in the plans for Bonnalynn Drive, Stormwater Project No. 03-D-0462 (Proposal No. 2005M-063G-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects of the Metropolitan Department of Water and Sewerage Services. Project Nos. 05-DL-0806, 05-DL-0807, 05-DL-0808, 05-DL-0810 and 05-DL-0811. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees 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 a portion of Otay Street right-of-way from Northview Avenue westward to the railroad right-of-way (Proposal No. 2005M-108U-05). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Traffic and Parking Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees 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 Alley #318 right-of-way from S. 11th Street to Alley #292 (Proposal No. 2005M-123U-05). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Traffic and Parking Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements described in the plans for 2604 Pennington Avenue and 1125 and 1817 Cahal Avenue, Stormwater Project No. 04-D-0734, and 1124 Richard Lee Circle, Stormwater Project No. 04-D-0683. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from SCN to CL district property located at 5843 Nolensville Pike, approximately 1200 feet south of Swiss Avenue (1.08 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-015U-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees 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 the Residential and Commercial Planned Unit Development district located at 5843 Nolensville Pike, approximately 1200 feet south of Swiss Avenue, to permit a 10,200 square foot, 2-story, retail and office building, replacing a 2,800 square foot food service use, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 78-86-P-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R40 to RS40 district various properties along both sides of Graybar Lane between Benham Avenue and Granny White Pike (60.88 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-118U-10). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R40 to RS20 district property located at 1809 Graybar Lane (1.02 acres), located at the southeast corner of Graybar Lane and Benham Avenue, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-104U-10). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from IG to MUI district property located at 712 4th Avenue North (0.18 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-078U-09). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS40 to CL district properties located at 7751, 8042, 8050, and 8100 Highway 100, and 7821, 7749, and 7751 Old Harding Pike (10.57 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2004Z-116G-06). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees 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 making applicable the provisions of a Planned Unit Development District located at 7751, 8042, 8050, and 8100 Highway 100, and 7821, 7749, and 7751 Old Harding Pike, to permit a 3000 square foot bank, two restaurants totaling 9,300 square feet, 34,500 square feet of retail and 12,000 square feet of office space, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005P-017G-06). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R6 to CS district property at Hester Avenue (unnumbered), 220 feet south of Glenrose Avenue (0.18 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2004Z-030U-11). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. McClendon moved to defer the bill indefinitely, the bill being requested by Inez P. Silverfield, 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 making applicable the provisions of a Planned Unit Development district located at 2204 Nolensville Pike, and Hester Avenue (unnumbered), 250 feet south of Glenrose Avenue, to permit an expansion of the existing car sale operation with a proposed 1,350 square foot building (0.45 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2004P-029U-11). Ms. McClendon moved to defer the bill indefinitely, the bill being requested by Inez P. Silverfield and Shaun Shirzad Etemadi, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R15 and R20 to RS15 and RS20 district various properties along both sides of Kirtland Avenue, Farrar Avenue, Hood Avenue, and Castleman Drive between Hillsboro Pike and Lone Oak Road (55.58 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-119U-10). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R15 to RS7.5 district property located at 4211-A Farrar Avenue (.45 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-112U-10). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to RS10 district property located at 3681 Hamilton Church Road, east of Hobson Pike (17.37 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-070G-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees 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 making applicable the provisions of a Planned Unit Development district located at 3681 Hamilton Church Road, east of Hobson Pike (17.37 acres), to permit 46 single-family lots, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005P-016G-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to RS40 district property located at 13877 Old Hickory Boulevard, located along the southern margin of Old Hickory Boulevard at the intersection of Legacy Drive (4.88 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-018G-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to RS10 district a portion of properties located at McCrory Lane (unnumbered), on the east margin of McCrory Lane, approximately 800 feet north of Newsom Station Road (43.70 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-101G-06). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to RM20 district property located at 1396 Rural Hill Road, approximately 1,000 feet north of Mt. View Road (4.71 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-085U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to RS20 district property located at 8779 McCrory Lane and McCrory Lane (unnumbered) (58.38 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-103G-06). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees 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 making applicable the provisions to amend a portion of the Commercial Planned Unit Development district located at 4319 Sidco Drive along the west side of Sidco Drive, north of Harding Place, and along the west side of Interstate 65, to permit a 8,656 square foot addition to the existing 8,837 square foot retail use (1.33 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 155-79-U-11). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to IWD district property located at Old Hickory Boulevard (unnumbered), approximately 2,300 feet north of I-24 West (64.23 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-082G-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R20 to RS20 district zoning at 900, 902, 906, 908, 916 and 1002 Tower Place (3.03 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-109U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R20 to RS20 district property located at 4031, 4036, 4043, 4101, 4102, 4105, 4106, and 4108 Lealand Lane (6.19) acres, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-108U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
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 the placement and design of two-family dwelling units, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No 2004Z-020T). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, by adding a new zoning district called "Specific Plan" (SP), all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-073T). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 2 and Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws by amending Sections 2.104.040, 17.24.020, 17.24.030, 17.24.050, 17.24.080, 17.24.100, 17.24.150, 17.24.160, 17.24.210, 17.24.220, 17.24.230, 17.24.240 and 17.24.250 relating to tree topping and landscaping, buffering, and tree replacement, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-122T). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection, the rules were suspended to accept three (3) late ordinances for consideration.
An ordinance transferring a telecommunications franchise granted to ICG Access Services, Inc. by Ordinance No. 094-1185 to Xspedius Management Company of Chattanooga, LLC d/b/a Xspedius Communications. 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 approving an Agreement between the United States Department of the Army and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the Cowan Street Streambank Protection Project in Davidson County, Tennessee and authorizing the execution of the same. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the negotiation and acceptance of Deeds of Perpetual Channel Improvement Easements for Project 04-DL-0715, Cowan Street Riverbank Protection, from the owners of Map 71-14, Parcel 387, the owners of Map 82-02, Parcel 78, and the State of Tennessee, on property abutting the east bank of the Cumberland River for protection from the Cumberland River (Proposal No. 2004M-100U-05). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
An ordinance amending Section 13.24.130 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws requiring the Board of Parks and Recreation to designate an area of Elmington Park as a "dog friendly zone." The bill was approved by the Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committee. Mr. Shulman moved to withdraw the bill to allow for the development of a more workable proposal, 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 applying the Institutional Overlay district to various properties between Belmont Boulevard, 15th Avenue South and 12th Avenue South and between Wedgewood Avenue and Ashwood Avenue, including properties along Acklen Avenue, Bernard Avenue, Compton Avenue and Delmar Avenue, (74.95 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2002Z-040U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Ms. Hausser moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council, with Mr. Greer voting "No".
An ordinance amending Section 10.20.300 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding dumpster-type containers located within three hundred feet of a residential structure, all of which is more particularly described herein. The Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Shulman moved to defer the bill indefinitely so that remaining questions can be addressed, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 12.08.150 of the Metropolitan Code by reducing the authority to tow vehicles illegally parked within the area of Metropolitan Government. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Wallace moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Pursuant to Rule No. 22 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council, the bill was deferred indefinitely.
An ordinance naming the criminal courts building on Second Avenue North, adjacent to the Ben West Building, as the "Justice A. A. Birch Building". The bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee; the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee did not make a recommendation; the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Wallace moved for a suspension of the rules for consideration of the bill on second reading; objection was made by Mr. Summers and the rules were not suspended. Pursuant to Rule 28 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council, the bill was deferred.
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, zoning regulations, by amending the Bedford Avenue Urban Design Overlay (UDO) district, to eliminate floor area ratio exemptions, to limit the size of restaurants, and to eliminate maximum building footprints, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2005UD-005U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Shulman moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, zoning regulations, by amending Section 17.36.300 (Permitted Land Uses) and Section 17.36.320 (Variation of conventional standards), to permit alternative development standards for specific land uses within Urban Design Overlay districts (Proposal No. 2005Z-97T). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Shulman moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance naming the complex consisting of the Ben West Building and the new Criminal Courts Building on Second Avenue North, adjacent to the Ben West Building, jointly as the "Justice A. A. Birch Complex". The bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee; the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages and Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Greer 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 13.26 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws establishing the process and procedure for naming public structures and spaces of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee; the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Cole 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 Geographical Information Systems Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by naming the three private drives in Nashboro Village, Tract 18, Nashboro Greens, Nashboro Greens Court and Nashboro Greens Way (Proposal No. 2004M-110U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Emergency Communications District Board, Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Wilhoite moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by renaming a portion of Reischa Drive, between Donna Kay Drive and the dead end, to "Providence Park Lane" (Proposal No. 2005M-052U-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Emergency Communications District Board, Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Adkins moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending
Section 6.52.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to allow an apprentice plumber
to work under the direction of a master or journeyman plumber as an alternative
to an apprenticeship program registered with the U.S. Department of Labor. The
Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Kerstetter
moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in October, which motion was seconded
and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. BL2005-718
An ordinance amending Section 16.24.330 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding the storage of trailers and watercraft in the front yard of residential property. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market recommended deferment. Mr. Dread moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance abandoning an 8 inch sanitary sewer line and easement that will be replaced by an 8 inch sanitary sewer line, that is shown on Map 135, Parcels 239.01, 239.02, and 240, Project 05-SL-27, Shoppes at Nashboro, and authorizing the execution of the documents to carry out the abandonment (Proposal No. 2005M-075U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Ms. Wilhoite moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 11.28.210 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws expanding the hours of the curfew for juveniles. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Kerstetter moved to defer the bill to the second meeting in September, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 16.24.330 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws exempting vehicles with a visible disabled driver placard from the provision requiring motor vehicles to be parked on a paved or graveled driveway. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee. 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 amending Article 13 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to prohibit soliciting employment within the right-of-way. The Public Works and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Burch moved to defer the bill to the second meeting in September, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON THIRD READING -
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, zoning regulations, by amending Section 17.40.120 to require that district councilmembers be notified by the planning commission in writing of all requests for modification to planned unit developments prior to the approval of such modifications (Proposal No. 2004Z-023T). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission and approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Greer moved to withdraw the bill, 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 permissible materials used in the construction of fences and other regulations pertaining to fences. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee. Ms. McClendon 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
Without objection Bill Nos. BL2005-677, BL2005-678, BL2005-679 and BL2005-680 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 RS7.5, IWD, and CS to SCR district properties at Dickerson Pike (unnumbered), 3466 and 3446 Dickerson Pike, abutting the west side of Dickerson Pike (81.71 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2004Z-113G-02). 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 changing from RS7.5 to SCR district a portion of property at Dickerson Pike (unnumbered), approximately 1,500 feet west of Dickerson Pike (6.82 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2004Z-115G-02). 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 making applicable the provisions of a Planned Unit Development district located at Dickerson Pike (unnumbered), and 3438, 3446, 3466 Dickerson Pike, north of Doverside Drive, to permit 718,781 square feet of retail and restaurant uses (125.84 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005P-010G-02). 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 canceling an existing Residential Planned Unit Development district located at the terminus of Mulberry Downs Circle, and approximately 1,500 feet west of Dickerson Pike, to remove a 19.75 acre portion from the PUD, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 88P-056G-02). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee.
Ms. Tucker 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (29); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R10 to RS40 district various properties located on Haywood Lane (92.59 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-055U-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Kerstetter moved to defer the bill to the second meeting in September, the bill being requested by the Metropolitan Planning Department, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, by amending Chapters 17.16, 17.36 and 17.40 to add Historic Bed and Breakfast Homestay (HB) as a classification of the historic overlay districts, rather than as a Special Exception (SE) use, all of which is more specifically described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-091T). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission and approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Brown moved to defer the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, by amending the Lenox Village Urban Design Overlay (UDO) district to clarify variations to the conventional standards of the underlying zoning, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2005UD-007U-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Toler offered Amendment No. 2 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Toler moved to pass the bill on third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance amending
Section 2.40.130 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws pertaining to defense counsel
for employees.
The bill was approved by the Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing
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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman,
Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore,
Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley,
Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Richard Argo to provide public sewer service in Davidson County to 6260-6268 Nolensville Road , Project No. 03-SC-216. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Toler 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance approving the disposition of a certain parcel of surplus property by the Director of Public Property listed as Williamson County Tax Map 56L, Group "D", Parcel 1. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Shulman 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "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. Dozier 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance approving an agreement with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives regarding participation in the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Ryman 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation or condemnation for the purpose of acquiring a sanitary sewer easement for use in public project of the Metropolitan Government, initially with relation to Project No. 04-SL-69, Lakeside Cove At Percy Priest, Phase 1 (Proposal No. 2005M-126G-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Bradley moved to defer the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance abandoning a 10 foot utility easement, that is shown on Map 105-09, Parcel 100.00, Project 05-SG-30, Belmont University, Residence Hall and authorizing the execution of the documents to carry out the abandonment (Proposal No. 2005M-065U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Hausser 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance approving and authorizing the Metropolitan Mayor to execute a cost sharing agreement for planning assistance between the United States Department of the Army and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the Cumberland Riverfront Redevelopment Plan Project. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Entertainment Facility Committee. Ms. Neighbors 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing
the Metropolitan Government to participate with Blue Bell Creameries, L.P.,
to provide public sewer service in Williamson County to Blue Bell Creameries,
L.P. , Project No. 04-SL-92. The bill was approved by the
Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Shulman 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon,
Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster,
Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation or condemnation for the purpose of acquiring an easement for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially with relation to Project Number 04-WG-172, McCammon and Duncan (Proposal No.2005M-045G-02). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Tucker 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2005-724
An ordinance establishing the Seniors Tax Relief Grant Program for the purpose of providing assistance to elderly resident tax-payers of Davidson County and to allocate and appropriate the additional sales tax revenue that will be received if the voters approve an increase in the local option sales tax. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Neighbors 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
- MEMORIALIZING RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to introduce and enact legislation that would enable the Metropolitan Board of Public Education to adopt a budget without approval of the Metropolitan Council and to levy such tax as may be necessary to fully fund the adopted budget. The resolution was disapproved by the Budget and Finance Committee; the Education Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Wallace moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Pursuant to Rule No. 22 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council, the resolution was deferred indefinitely.
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Police Department to implement the "How's My Driving?" program for teens. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Ms. Wilhoite moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Pursuant to Rule No. 22 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council, the resolution was deferred indefinitely.
A resolution requesting the Director of Finance and the Metropolitan Employee Benefit Board to study the feasibility of requiring all Metropolitan Government employees to utilize Nashville General Hospital at Meharry for non-emergency medical services. The resolution was approved by the Health, Hospitals and Social Services and Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committees. Mr. Isabel 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to introduce and enact the necessary legislation to require a supermajority vote of the Metropolitan Council when exercising the power of eminent domain. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Isabel 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Mayor and the Director of Finance to implement a bonus-based incentive plan for Metropolitan department directors to find areas of savings within their budgets. The Budget and Finance 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 Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Nashville Chamber of Commerce, the Nashville Symphony, and the Country Music Hall of Fame to create a world-wide festival of music in Nashville to tie in with the opening of the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. The resolution was approved by the Convention and Tourism Committee. Mr. Shulman 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the President of the United States George W. Bush, Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, Senator Lamar Alexander, the Tennessee Congressional Delegation, Governor Phil Bredesen, and the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to take the action necessary to strengthen the penalties for persons convicted of sexual offenses against children. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Wallace moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to introduce and enact the necessary legislation to make criminal littering a felony. The resolution was approved by the Public Works Committee. 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, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Hausser, Greer, Wallace, Whitmore, Crafton, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Coleman, Bradley, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
Upon motion duly
seconded, the meeting was adjourned.