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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 Councilmember Ronnie Greer.
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, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard and President Gentry (36); Absent: Hausser, Alexander, Coleman (3).
The Minutes of the meeting of November 1, 2005, were approved.
- COMMITTEE REPORTS ON MATTERS OTHER THAN LEGISLATION -
The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended approval of the following proposed amendment to Rule No. 3 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council:
By adding the following two new standing committees: Charter Revision; Federal Grants Review
Mr. Tygard moved to adopt the amendment, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Williams, Tygard (29); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Isabel, Greer, Bradley (3).
The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended approval of the following proposed amendments to Rule Nos. 1 and 25 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council:
1. By amending
Rule 1 by deleting "Announcements and extraordinary matters" and "Memorializing
resolutions" from the regular order of business.
2. By amending
the Table of Contents for Rule 25 by renaming it as "Honorarium resolution
requirements
and presentations; announcements and extraordinary matters".
3. By amending
Rule 25 by deleting the second paragraph in its entirety and substituting in
lieu thereof the
following new paragraph:
"All presentations
of memorializing and congratulatory resolutions and announcements and extraordinary
matters shall be held prior to all regularly scheduled council meetings from
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The
president pro tem of the Council or his/her designee shall preside over such
matters."
Mr. Crafton moved to adopt the proposed amendments, which motion was seconded. Ms. Williams moved to defer the motion, which motion was seconded. Mr. Crafton moved to table the motion to defer, which motion was seconded and adopted by a roll call vote of the Council. Mr. Crafton moved to defer indefinitely the proposed amendments, which motion was adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Health and Educational Facilities Board
The President called for an election to fill one six-year term on the Health and Educational Facilities Board of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The nominations previously made were: R. Walker Batts, Saletta Holloway, Dr. Huey Newberry. The nomination of Ms. Holloway was withdrawn at the request of the candidate. Mr. Adkins reported that the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee interviewed the two remaining candidates and found both candidates qualified to serve. Mr. Shulman moved to withdraw the nomination of Mr. Batts, which motion was and adopted without objection. Mr. Wallace moved to elect Dr. Newberry by acclamation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council. The President declared that Dr. Newberry was elected to a six-year term expiring September 30, 2011 on the Health and Educational Facilities Board of the Metropolitan Government.
Agricultural
Extension Board
Appointment of Ms. Mary Jane Hurt for a term expiring August 1, 2008. The Rules-Confirmations-Public
Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Adkins moved for confirmation,
which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Auditorium
Commission
Appointment of Rev. Ron Glatt for a term expiring June 30, 2008. The Rules-Confirmations-Public
Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Adkins moved for confirmation,
which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Charter
Revision Commission
Appointment of Chancellor Irvin Kilcrease for a term expiring September 4, 2009.
The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment
and Mr. Adkins moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted
by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Community
Corrections Advisory Board
Reappointment of Rev. Mary Kaki Friskics-Warren for a term expiring November
9, 2007. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the
reappointment and Mr. Adkins moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded
and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Appointment of Mr. Karl Pulley for a term expiring August 31, 2007. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Adkins moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Farmers
Market Board
Appointment of Ms. Louise McClellan for a term expiring July 5, 2010. The Rules-Confirmations-Public
Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Adkins moved for confirmation,
which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Historical
Commission
Reappointment of Mr. John Connelly for a term expiring August 10, 2009. At the
request of the appointee, the nomination was withdrawn.
Reappointment of Ms. Ann Eaden for a term expiring August 10, 2009. Without objection, the nomination was withdrawn.
Appointment of Dr. Bill McKee for a term expiring August 10, 2009. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Adkins moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Sports
Authority
Reappointment of Rev. Forrest Harris for a term expiring October 19, 2011. The
Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment
and Mr. Adkins 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 Foundations Associates, Inc., and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to provide residential treatment services and half-way house placement to homeless persons with co-occurring disorders of mental illness and chemical dependency. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee; the Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committee approved withdrawal. Mr. Walls moved to withdraw the bill at the request of the Health Department, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution appropriating the amount of $27,000 from the General Fund Reserve Fund for the purchase of equipment and building repairs for the County Clerk of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment. Ms. McClendon moved to defer the resolution, 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 Committee recommended indefinite deferment. Mr. Wallace moved to defer the resolution indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution approving amendments to two agreements between the Metropolitan Government and Constellation Energy Projects & Services Group, Inc. (formerly Constellation Energy Source, Inc.) relating to management of and fuel purchases for the district energy system. The Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees recommended deferment. Ms. McClendon moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution approving Amendment One to the contract with Factory Mutual Insurance Co. (FM Global) for purchase of insurance services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. McClendon 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Tennessee Arts Commission, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Arts Commission, for conference expenses. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. McClendon 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving a third amendment to 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 Committee. Ms. McClendon 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Labor and Workforce Development, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to support reintegration counselors for persons displaced by a hurricane (No. 06-09-WS6-H09-HKRCI). The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committees. Ms. McClendon 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Labor and Workforce Development, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for programs to prepare dislocated workers for re-entry into the labor force and training for those facing serious barriers to employment (No.06-09-FY6-409-DSLWK). The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committees. Ms. McClendon 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Labor and Workforce Development, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for programs to prepare adults for re-entry into the labor force and training for those facing serious barriers to employment (No. 06-09-FY6-209-ADULT). The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committees. Ms. McClendon 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for a highway safety initiative by the Metropolitan Police Department. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Dozier 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Adkins (1).
A resolution accepting a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the purchase of bullet-proof vests. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. McClendon 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving an amendment to a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for a gang resistance education and training program. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. McClendon 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "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 services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Walls 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving Contract No. 050204 with the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, for the State Industrial Access Road serving Purity Dairies Inc. project, relocating Expressway Park Drive, pursuant to the Industrial Highway Act of 1959 (PIN No. 106945.00). The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Toler 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Adkins (1).
A resolution authorizing Tennessee Art League to install, construct and maintain an approximately 3 foot sign reading "Tennessee Art League" above the sidewalk at 808 Broadway (Proposal No. 2005M-186U-09). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the Department of Law to accept $8,134.22 in compromise and settlement of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County's property damage claim against Chester King. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. McClendon 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the Department of Law to accept $6,416.47 in compromise and settlement of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County's personal injury claim against Saul Levinson. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. McClendon 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance naming the proposed plaza in front of the Metropolitan Courthouse in honor of Richard H. Fulton. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Parks, Library, Recreation and Entertainment Facility; Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Mayor to submit an Annual Update to the Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development programs to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Federal Grants Review Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 4.12.095 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relating to privatization contracts by changing the definition of "privatizing governmental services", requiring approval of such contracts by ordinance, and prohibiting certain individuals or firms from being eligible for such contracts, providing employment opportunity for displaced Metro employees, and required information being provided to the 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 to amend the Metropolitan Code of Laws to address the hoarding of animals in poor sanitary conditions. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 10 (Health and Safety) of the Metropolitan Code of Laws providing regulations for temporary food establishments and mobile food vendors, all of which is more specifically described herein. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 16.28.040 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to prohibit the issuance of a building permit if the applicant or property owner has been found guilty within the past twelve months of violating a stop work order issued by the Department of Codes Administration or violating T.C.A. § 7-51-1201. 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 Title 16 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws by amending Section 16.28.190 to provide for compliance with T.C.A. §7-51-1201 et seq. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 16 of the Metropolitan Code by amending Section 16.28.190 relative to demolition permits for historic structures. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws by amending Section 17.40.410 relative to demolition of residential structures (Proposal No. 2006Z-003T). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapters 6.12 and 6.54 of Title 6 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to repeal the chapter pertaining to sexually oriented businesses, and to add new permitting provisions for after hours clubs and sexually oriented night clubs. Mr. Dread moved to withdraw the bill, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 7.08.105 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws pertaining to the notice requirements for holders of caterer's beer permits. 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 to amend Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 15.12.020 and Section 15.48.020 by eliminating the requirement for separate written contracts between the Department of Water and Sewerage Services and its customers, and by authorizing customers to discontinue service upon oral notice. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to permit a change in control of the telecommunications franchise granted to MCImetro Access Transmission Services LLC by Ordinance No. 094-1192 caused by the Plan of Merger by and among Verizon Communications, Inc., Eli Acquisition, LLC and MCI, Inc. 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 Director of Public Property, or his designee, and the Director of Parks and Recreation, or his designee, to accept and record an easement in favor of the Metropolitan Government, for the use and benefit of the Greenway Commission, on a certain parcel of property located on portions of the Cheatham Lock and Dam Project for use in the Cumberland River greenway system (Proposal No. 2005M-218U-05). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Parks, Library, Recreation and Entertainment Facility and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of easements by negotiation or condemnation for use in Public Works Project Number 05-R-05, Smith Springs Parkway Extension from Paddington Way to Arvington Way, a public project of the Metropolitan Government (Proposal No. 2005M-222U-13). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to enter into Utility Relocation Contract No. 5997, Supplement # 1 with the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, Project No. BR-STP-45 (17); 19045-3238-94, SR-45 Bridge & Approaches over Whites Creek (LM 0.97) located in Davidson County. 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 to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by closing Alley #912 from 30th Ave South southwest to a dead end (Proposal No. 2005M-142U-10). 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 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 Neighborhood Conservation Overlay district to various properties in the Sylvan Park area (612.57) acres, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-180U-07). Mr. Summers moved to pass the bill on first reading and refer it to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee, which motion was seconded. Mr. Greer moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded. Mr. Summers 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 pass on first reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council with Mr. Greer voting "No".
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 Neighborhood Conservation Overlay district to various properties in the Whitland area, located between Whitland Avenue and Brighton Avenue and between Bowling Avenue and Wilson Avenue (70.34 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-182U-10). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee with Mr. Greer voting "No".
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
An ordinance amending the Metropolitan Code of Laws to exempt restaurants that possess a valid license issued by the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission for on-premises sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining beer permits. The bill was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee. Mr. Wallace moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded. After discussion the matter recurred on the motion to defer and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2005-659
An ordinance amending Chapter 2.04 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding standards of conduct for Members of Council, disclosure of interests, enforcement provisions, and creation of a Council Board of Conduct, all of which is specifically described herein. The bill was approved by the Rules-Confirmation-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Briley moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Briley offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Briley offered Amendment No. 2 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Kerstetter moved for a suspension of the rules to amend Amendment No. 2; objection was made by Mr. Dread and the motion was not accepted. Mr. Kerstetter moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Briley moved to table the motion to defer, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Wallace moved to defer the bill to the heel of the second reading items, which motion was seconded. Mr. Briley moved to table the motion to defer, which motion was seconded and adopted by a roll call vote of the Council. Mr. Cole called for the previous question on the main motion, which motion was seconded and failed by a roll call vote of the Council. Mr. Kerstetter offered Amendment No. 3 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded. Mr. Briley moved to table the motion to amend, which motion was seconded and failed by a roll call vote of the Council. The matter recurred on the motion to adopt Amendment No. 3, which motion was adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Tucker, Isabel, Murray, Hart, Ryman, Brown, Burch, White, Loring, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (18); "Noes" Dozier, Neighbors, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Gotto, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Toler (16) "Abstaining" McClendon (1). The matter recurred on the motion 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 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. Mr. Kerstetter moved to withdraw the bill, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance establishing a program for the purpose of providing assistance to low-income elderly residents of the Metropolitan Government for the fiscal year 2005-2006. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Neighbors 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 2.104.040 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws related to the topping of trees within Davidson County. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee recommended indefinite deferment. Mr. Loring moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 7.08.090 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to exempt restaurants located within the same structure as another restaurant possessing a valid retailer's "on-sale" beer permit from the minimum distance requirements for the issuance of beer permits. The bill was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee. Mr. Whitmore moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and failed by the following vote: "Ayes" Dread, Cole, Hart, Ryman, Wallace, Whitmore, Adkins, Foster, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (11); "Noes" Tucker, Gilmore, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Forkum, Gotto, Burch, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Crafton, Shulman, Wilhoite, Toler (15); "Abstaining" Neighbors, Briley, White (3).
An ordinance authorizing the Director of the Division of Public Property Administration and the Director of Parks and Recreation to accept, execute and record an agreement for grant of easements in favor of the Metropolitan Government for use in connection with development of the Harpeth River greenway (Proposal No. 2005M-127G-06). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Parks, Library, Recreation and Entertainment Facility and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Tygard 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 enter into a lease agreement with Greensboro I, a Tennessee Limited Partnership, for certain real property located at 804 Second Avenue South in Nashville, Tennessee (Proposal No. 2005M-181U-09). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Loring moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 2.04 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws pertaining to ethical standards for Members of Council and disclosure of interests, all of which is more specifically described herein. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended approval and re-referral. Mr. Tygard moved to defer the bill on second reading and to re-refer it to the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 2 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to implement standards of conduct for employees of the Metropolitan Government. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Craddock moved to defer the bill to the second meeting in January, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 3.24.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to authorize the extension of the "in-line-of-duty medical treatment network" pilot program. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing 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 amending Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 15.12.070 regarding prohibitions on cross-connections to the public drinking water supply system. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Toler moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving the disposition of a parcel of surplus property located at 1822 Pearl Street, by the Director of Public Property Administration held by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (Proposal No. 2005M-182U-08). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Education and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees; the Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Wallace 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 changing the name of McIver Street between Gallatin Pike and Burrus Street to "Hunters Meadow Lane" (Proposal No. 2005M-106U-05). The bill was referred to the Emergency Communications District Board. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees; the Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Toler moved to suspend the rules to override the committee recommendation for deferment, and no objection was made. Mr. Toler 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 acceptance of an easement described in the plans for 2004 Pittway Drive, Stormwater Project No. 05-DL-0836 (Proposal No. 2005M-140). The bill was approved by the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Toler moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance abandoning a 20 foot drainage easement and authorizing the acceptance of a replacement 20 foot drainage easement, on Map 181, Parcel 011.00, Project No. 04-DL-0762, Darsino's Retail Center, and authorizing the execution of the documents necessary to effectuate the same (Proposal No. 2005M-007G-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Toler 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 No. 03-WG-116A, Powell Avenue 36-inch Water Main, Phase II (Proposal No. 2005M-113U-11). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works 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 authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Yazdian Construction Co., to provide public sewer service in Williamson County, to a development known as Nolensville Commercial. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Toler moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving and accepting a contribution in the amount of $34,370 from Tyler Ring for purposes of traffic infrastructure improvements at Cato Road. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance, Public Works and Traffic and Parking Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving and accepting a contribution in the amount of $40,000 from Lenox Village for purposes of traffic infrastructure improvements at Holt Road. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance, Public Works and Traffic and Parking Committees. Mr. Toler 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 acceptance of certain easements located on 20 Culvert Street, 3410 Gallatin Pike, 11 Burton Hills Boulevard, 4131 Andrew Jackson Parkway, 936 Firestone Parkway, 417 Myatt Drive, 4108 Belmont Boulevard, 3109 Granny White Pike, 748 Wedgewood Avenue. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Forkum 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 acceptance of certain easements located at 586 & 588 Tulip Grove Road, 8300 Highway 70, 400 Oakbluff Lane, 1221 18th Avenue South, 1382 Rural Hill Road, 2606 & 2610 Grandview Avenue, 601 Marriott Drive, 4300 Hillsboro Pike, 6401 Harding Pike, and 15th Avenue South. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Ryman 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 changing from RS40 district to RM4 district property located at Highway 100 (unnumbered) on the northeast corner of Highway 100 and Chaffin Drive (1.94 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2003Z-132G-06). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Tygard moved to defer the bill indefinitely while unresolved issues continue to be addressed, the bill being requested by Joseph G. Petrosky, P.E. , 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 R6 to RM15 district property located at J.J. Watson Avenue (unnumbered), and Winston Avenue (unnumbered), west of Nolensville Pike, (4.57 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2004Z-118U-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and disapproved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Foster moved to defeat the bill, 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2005-621
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 properties located at 6943 Burkitt Road, 6947 Burkitt Road, and Burkitt Road (unnumbered), (46.50 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2004Z-164G-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Toler moved to defer the bill on third reading, the bill being requested by James C.D. Franks, 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 Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Jameson requested a suspension of the rules for an amendment on third reading; objection was made by Messrs. Hart and Tygard, and no amendment was offered. Mr. Briley moved to rescind passage on second reading and to place the bill back on second reading at the next meeting, which motion was seconded and failed by a roll call vote of the Council. Mr. Jameson moved to defer the bill to the second meeting in January, 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. Mr. Jameson moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and failed by the following vote: "Ayes" Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Murray, Jameson, Cole, McClendon, Whitmore (8); "Noes" Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Hart, Forkum, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Walls, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (22); "Abstaining" Dozier, Ryman, Greer, Wallace, Wilhoite (5).
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2005-728
An ordinance amending Article 13 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to prohibit soliciting employment within the right-of-way. The substitute bill was approved by the Public Works and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Burch moved to defer the bill indefinitely while the proposal continues to be worked out with all parties, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection Bill Nos. BL2005-747 and BL2005-748 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 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 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 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). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Ms. McClendon offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
Ms. McClendon moved to pass the bills 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, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "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 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 and the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Loring moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 16 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws by adopting a later edition of the National Electrical Code and amendments thereto, and adopting a later edition of the American National Standard Code of Accessible and Useable Buildings and Facilities, with certain amendments thereto. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee. 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance approving the Jefferson Street Redevelopment Plan. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Federal Grants Review and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Wallace requested a suspension of the rules for an amendment on third reading, and no objection was made. Mr. Wallace offered Amendment No. 2 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Wallace 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, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance approving Amendment No. 3 to the Phillips-Jackson Street Redevelopment Plan. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Federal Grants Review and Planning, Zoning and Historical 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation or condemnation for use in a public project for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and specifically with relation to the construction of a new Fire Station in the Neely's Bend Road area (Proposal No. 2005M-174G-04). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Forkum 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "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 OL district a portion of property located at 5441 Edmondson Pike (2.10 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-124U-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Foster 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "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 AR2A to MUN district property located at 4162 Murfreesboro Pike (1.3 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-111G-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Toler offered Amendment No. 1 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, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "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 canceling a Commercial Planned Unit Development located at 1614 16th Avenue South, approved for a music studio (0.17 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 15-87-P-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "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 R6 to OL district properties located at 2900, 2902, 2904, and 2824 Felicia Street (0.68 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-133U-08). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Whitmore 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "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 RM9 district a portion of property located at 2900 Lebanon Pike (8.7 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-126U-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. White 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "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 IR to MUN district property located at 1306 3rd Avenue North (0.19 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-121U-08). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
Without objection Bill Nos. BL2005-810 and BL2005-811 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 RM15 to MUL district property located at Central Pike (unnumbered) (2.62 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-130G-14). 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 amending a portion of a Residential Planned Unit Development located on the south side of Central Pike, east of Dodson Chapel Road, and proposed for 10,700 square feet of office, to allow for the development of 31,920 square feet of office and retail space (2.62 acres), all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 189-73-G-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee.
Mr. White 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
Without objection Bill Nos. BL2005-812 and BL2005-813 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 R15 to CS district a portion of property located at 519 Bell Road, south of Murfreesboro Pike (1.06 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-065U-13). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission and approved by the 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 located on the west side of Bell Road, south of Murfreesboro Pike, to allow for the development of a 5,301 square foot car wash (1.06 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005P-025U-13). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission and approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Bradley offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
Mr. Bradley moved to pass the bills 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, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Isabel (1).
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 RS10 various properties located between Maplehurst Avenue and Woodvale Drive, and between Granny White Pike and Lealand Lane (34.90 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-156U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical 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 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "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 a portion of a parcel from RS7.5 to IR district property located at 939 Anderson Lane, east of Myatt Drive (4.51 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-151G-04). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Forkum 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "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 MUN district property located at 2643 Smith Springs Road (0.21 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-110U-13). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission; the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee recommended deferment. Ms. Wilhoite moved to defer the bill, the bill being requested by Jerry Ward, 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 R10 to MUN district property located at Tulip Grove Road (unnumbered), approximately 150 feet south of the southeast intersection of Tulip Grove Road and Lebanon Pike (1.16 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-092G-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Gotto 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "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 OR20 to MUN district property located at 2115 Elm Hill Pike, west of Briley Parkway (.88 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-147U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Loring offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Loring 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, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Isabel (1).
Without objection Bill Nos. BL2005-823, BL2005-824 and BL2005-825 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 canceling a Planned Unit Development district at 3161 Hamilton Church Road, located abutting the south side of Hamilton Church Road, 1,600 feet east of Murfreesboro Pike (6.0 acres), approved for 27 single-family lots, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2004P-022U-13). 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 RM9 (6.0 acres) district property located at 3161 Hamilton Church Road and to change from AR2a to RM9 (18.17 acres) and RM20 (12.25 acres) district property located at 3300 Murfreesboro Pike (36.42 total acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-123U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2005-825
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 an Urban Design Overlay district located at 3100, 3214, 3300 and 3332 Murfreesboro Pike, 5925, 5953, 5969, 5995 and 6005 Mt. View Road, 3161, 3173, 3179, 3183, 3201, 3205, 3209, 3215, 3221, 3227 and 3233 Hamilton Church Road, within the area bounded by Murfreesboro Pike, Hamilton Church Road, and Mt. View Road, (104.66 acres), to permit a mixture of building types, all of which is described here in (Proposal No. 2005UD-008U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Bradley offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
Mr. Bradley moved to pass the bills 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, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
Without objection Bill Nos. BL2005-830 and BL2005-831 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 and RS15 to RM9 district property located at 4343 Ashland City Highway, at the south side of Drakes Branch Road (7.16 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-115U-03). 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 undeveloped Commercial Planned Unit Development District located at 4343 Ashland City Highway, abutting the south margin of Ashland City Highway, 380 feet east of Stewarts Lane, approved for a 8,750 square foot retail/office center and a 2,100 square foot convenience market/gas station, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 88P-031U-03). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee.
Ms. Gilmore 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
BILL
NO. BL2005-832
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, zoning regulations,
by amending the Bedford Avenue Urban Design Overlay (UDO) district to modify
variations to the conventional standards of the underlying zoning, 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 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore,
Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley,
Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, by amending the Hillsboro Village Urban Design Overlay (UDO) district to modify variations to the conventional standards of the underlying zoning, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2005UD-009U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Wallace, on behalf of the sponsor, 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "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 CL to CS district property located at 4648 Old Hickory Boulevard, approximately 1,500 feet north of Lebanon Pike (0.36 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-114G-14). The Planning Commission made no recommendation on the proposal; the bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Brown 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
- MEMORIALIZING RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency to initiate an Adaptive Reuse Ordinance (ARO) pilot project for Dickerson Pike, East Trinity Lane, and Douglas Avenue. The Federal Grants Review Committee recommended indefinite deferment. Ms. Murray moved to defer the resolution indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department to enforce the existing fireworks ordinance, and requesting the Nashville Fire Department to increase its efforts to educate the public about the dangers of fireworks and injury prevention when using fireworks. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Hart moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Congressional Delegation to oppose any federal legislation that would create a national cable/video franchise or remove the cable franchising authority from municipalities. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Williams 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Congressional Delegation to take the necessary legislative action to ensure that the United States strives to meet or exceed Kyoto Protocol targets for reducing global warming. The resolution was approved by the Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committee. Mr. Jameson moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and failed by the following vote: "Ayes" Neighbors, Jameson, Cole, Summers, Shulman, Adkins (6); "Noes" Dozier, Dread, Craddock, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Gotto, White, Loring, Walls, Crafton, Foster, Toler, Tygard (14); "Abstaining" Tucker, Gilmore, McClendon, Wallace, Whitmore, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Williams (8).
A resolution requesting Governor Phil Bredesen, the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly, the Tennessee Department of Transportation, the Mayor's Office, the Metropolitan Department of Public Works, and the Metropolitan Traffic and Parking Commission to take the action necessary to post signs in front of curves in the roadways indicating a safe speed for motorcycles to negotiate the curve. The resolution was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages 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, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting Governor Phil Bredesen, the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly, and the entire Tennessee General Assembly to take the action necessary to increase taxes on tobacco, beer, and liquor, and earmark these additional funds for local education and public safety functions. The resolution was approved by the Education and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees; the Budget and Finance 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 and the entire Tennessee General Assembly to take the action necessary to amend the Tennessee Constitution to allow a portion of the lottery revenue generated in each county to be designated for local schools, police and fire functions. The resolution was approved by the Education and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees; the Budget and Finance 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 members of the Nashville Newspaper Publishers Cooperative, and all publishers who rely on news racks for distribution of printed materials, to make every effort to reach a solution to the problem regarding the proliferation of news racks within the right-of-way prior to January 1, 2006. The resolution was approved by the Public Works Committee. Mr. Jameson 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Mayor and the Director of Finance to offer an early retirement buyout for Metropolitan Government employees. The resolution was approved by the Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committee; the Budget and Finance 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 Mayor, the Director of Finance, and the Metro Council Budget and Finance Committee to offer an early retirement buyout for Metropolitan Government employees. The resolution was approved by the Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committee; the Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Wallace moved to withdraw the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Emergency Medical Services Division of the Nashville Fire Department to organize and promote an ICE campaign in Nashville and Davidson County to aid in emergency treatment. The resolution was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee. Mr. Dozier 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation to modify its policy preventing home school organizations from using community center facilities for academic purposes. The resolution was approved by the Parks, Library, Recreation and Entertainment Facility Committee. Mr. Crafton 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Board of Public Education and the Director of Schools to establish and implement an incentive pay program for teachers whose students show marked increases in standardized test scores. The Education Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Crafton moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation to install surveillance cameras in Metro parks with a high number of arrests for public indecency and patronizing prostitution. The resolution was approved by the Parks, Library, Recreation and Entertainment Facility Committee. Mr. Craddock 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
Mr. Cole requested a suspension of the rules for consideration of one late resolution and no objection was made.
A resolution requesting Senator Bill Frist, Senator Lamar Alexander, Representative Jim Cooper, Representative Marsha Blackburn, and the entire United States Congress to oppose budget cuts that will reduce the availability of health care services through the Medicaid program. The resolution was approved by the Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committee. Mr. Cole 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, White, Loring, McClendon, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Kerstetter, Toler, Bradley, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.