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Minutes
Metropolitan
Council Meeting
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The invocation was offered by Councilman Edward Whitmore.
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, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard and President Gentry (36); Absent: Crafton (1).
The Minutes of the regular meeting of May 16, 2006, were approved.
Mr. Adkins moved that, at the time of adjournment, the meeting be adjourned to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 13, 2006, for consideration of Ordinance No. BL2005-1089 on third and final reading, and such other legislation that the Vice Mayor deems appropriate for consideration at that time. The motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- MOTION TO RECONSIDER -
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by abandoning the right-of-way of Alley Number 234 from the intersection of Division Street and Music Circle East around to Music Circle East (Proposal No. 2006M-025U-10) all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Traffic and Parking Commission; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. The vote was called on the motion to reconsider, which motion failed by the following vote: "Ayes" Tucker, Briley, Isabel, Murray, McClendon, Greer, Summers, Foster, Wilhoite, Toler (10); "Noes" Neighbors, Dread, Craddock, Jameson, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Shulman, Adkins, Alexander, Coleman, Tygard (19) "Abstaining" Dozier, Cole, Hart, Williams (4).
- COMMITTEE REPORTS ON MATTERS OTHER THAN LEGISLATION -
The following proposed amendments to the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council were deferred to the next meeting:
Rule Nos. 22 and 25:
1. Rule 22 of the 2004-2007 Rules of Procedure of the Council of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (as amended) shall be and the same is hereby amended by adding the following new paragraph:
"All resolutions accepting donations on behalf of departments, boards, and commissions of the Metropolitan Government shall be automatically deferred one meeting upon being introduced."
2. Rule 25 of the 2004-2007 Rules of Procedure of the Council of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (as amended) shall be and the same is hereby amended by deleting the last three sentences of the Rule and substituting in lieu thereof the following new sentences:
"Announcements, extraordinary matters, and the presentation of memorializing and congratulatory resolutions shall be held forty-five (45) minutes prior to all regularly scheduled Council meetings. The president pro tempore or his/her designee shall preside over such matters. No presentation of memorializing or congratulatory resolutions shall be conducted during a regularly scheduled meeting of the Council."
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Airport
Authority
Reappointment of Mr. Frank M. Garrison for a term expiring June 4, 2010. Without
objection, the nomination was deferred to July 6, 2006.
Reappointment of Ms. Juli H. Mosley for a term expiring April 6, 2010. Without objection, the nomination was deferred to July 6, 2006.
Community
Access Television Special Committee
Appointment of Ms. Marcie Smeck for a term expiring March 1, 2009. Without objection,
the nomination was withdrawn.
Board
of Equalization
Appointment of Mr. Will Cheek for a term expiring April 1, 2008, as a General
Services District representative. Without objection, the nomination was withdrawn.
Appointment of
Mr. Mark Deutschmann for a term expiring April 1, 2008, as an Urban Services
District representative. 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.
Gas/Mechanical Examiners and Appeals Board
Appointment of Mr. T. J. McDaniel for a term expiring January 30, 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.
Human
Relations Commission
Appointment of Mr. Carter Andrews for a term expiring April 18, 2007. Without
objection, the nomination was withdrawn.
Reappointment of Ms. Nonye Ejiofor for a term expiring April 18, 2009. 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.
Plumbing
Examiners and Appeals Board
Appointment of Mr. James Hodge for a term expiring March 10, 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.
Stormwater Management
Committee
Appointment of Ms. Emily Carr for a term expiring July 8, 2009. Without objection,
the nomination was deferred to July 6, 2006.
- BILL ON PUBLIC HEARING -
An ordinance adopting the Capital Improvements Budget and Program 2006-2007 through 2011-2012 for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County as the official Capital Improvements Budget and Program of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for Fiscal Year 2006-2007. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. McClendon requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and citizens were heard in favor of passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. McClendon moved to pass the bill on second reading and re-refer the bill to the Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution authorizing West End Restaurants to install, construct and maintain a metal canopy extending three feet from the building envelope beyond the property line and ten feet above the sidewalk along West End Avenue (Proposal No. 2006M-056U-10). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Hausser 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, Burch, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing Stahlman Redevelopment Partners to install, construct and maintain an aerial encroachment of 5 foot x 8 foot flags at a 33 degree angle, 22 feet above sidewalk on 3rd Avenue North and on Union Street (Proposal No. 2006M-055U-09). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. 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, Burch, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating to certain accounts for the benefit of the Metropolitan Public Health, Transportation Licensing Commission, and District Attorney in the amount of Two Million, One Hundred Ninety-Four Thousand, Five Hundred Dollars ($2,194,500) from designated and undesignated fund balances of the general fund of the General Services District, increased revenue sources and from other sources. The resolution was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee; the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees recommended deferment. Ms. McClendon moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
Initial resolution determining to issue general obligation bonds of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed Two Hundred Ninety-Six Million Three Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Two Dollars ($296,325,332) to be financed by the ad valorem levy on property in the General Services District and in an aggregate principal amount of Twenty-Two Million Three Hundred Fifty-Six Thousand One Hundred Fifty Dollars ($22,356,150) to be financed by the ad valorem levy on property in the Urban Services District. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment. Ms. McClendon moved to defer the resolution to the second meeting in July, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
RESOLUTION NO. RS2006-1330
A resolution supplementing and amending Resolution No. RS2006-1305 of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and awarding the sale of the Metropolitan Government's General Obligation Bonds, Series 2006B.
The Clerk reported
that the following bids were received on this date for the sale of General Obligation
Bonds of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Series
2006B, in the amount of $203,780,000:
| Name of Bidder | True Interest Cost |
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Morgan Keegan
& Company, Inc. |
4.378445% |
The report of the bids received for sale of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County's $203,780,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2006B, recommended acceptance of the bid of Morgan Keegan & Company, Inc. at a true interest cost of 4.378445 %.
Ms. McClendon offered a substitute resolution and moved that it be accepted for filing, and no objection was made.
SUBSTITUTE RESOLUTION NO. RS2006-1330
A substitute resolution supplementing and amending Resolution No. RS2006-1305 of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and awarding the sale of the Metropolitan Government's General Obligation Bonds, Series 2006B. The substitute 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, Burch, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution electing to sell the tax receivables of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee. 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 adopting a fee schedule associated with the processing and review of certain zoning-related applications (Proposal Number 2006Z-094T). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee; the Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment with an amendment. 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 defer the resolution as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution providing additional compensation to the Davidson County Circuit Court Clerk and the Davidson County Criminal Court Clerk in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of their base compensation, pursuant to T.C.A. § 8-24-102(j)(2). 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. Foster moved to defer the resolution indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution approving a contract for services by and between the Metropolitan Government by and through the Board of Health and the Campus for Human Development for the operation of an educational day center and housing for substance abuse treatment participants. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services 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, Burch, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving a grant agreement by and between the Metropolitan Board of Health and Centerstone Community Mental Health Centers, Inc., for Centerstone to provide community prevention intervention services for children. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. 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, Burch, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving an application for a Highway Safety Grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the Davidson County Sheriff's Office. 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, Burch, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Adkins (1).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the resurfacing of Burkitt Road. 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, Burch, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Adkins (1).
A resolution approving the exercise of an option agreement for the purchase of certain flood prone property, for Metro Water Services Project No. 02-D-149 (Proposal No. 2002M-111U-12). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, and Planning, Zoning and Historical 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, Burch, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the Department of Law to pay $250, 000.00 into the court as the full amount allowed under the Tennessee Governmental Tort Liability Act for the claims of Terrie H. Fish against The Metropolitan Government, and directing that this amount be paid from the Self-Insured Liability Fund. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance 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, Burch, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
The Budget Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee for Fiscal Year 2007. 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 establishing the tax levy in the General Services District for the fiscal year 2006-2007, and declaring the amount required for the annual operating budget of the Urban Services District, pursuant to Section 6.07 of the Metropolitan Charter. 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 increases in traffic school fees and probation supervision fees. 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 Ordinance No. BL2001-777 by partially repealing the waiver of fees for processing credit or debit card payments when collecting funds on behalf of 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 increasing the Police Department Impound Lot (tow-in lot) storage fees, and amending Sections 6.80.550 and 12.72.040 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws. 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 amending Title 15 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws by repealing Section 15.32.040 relating to the rate charged for water furnished to one customer through multiple meters; by adding a new Section 15.20.045 imposing a water system capacity charge in the amount of $1000 per single family equivalent connection; by amending Section 15.36.040 to change the existing sewer system capacity charge from $500 to $2000 per single family equivalent connection; and by amending Section 15.48.090 to permit quarterly meter reading. 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 amending Chapter 3.08 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require the Metropolitan Benefit Board to provide an annual report to the Council regarding the Metropolitan Government pension system. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Article I of Chapter 6.20 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require that apprentice electricians doing business within the area of the Metropolitan Government be licensed, to add additional provisions regarding apprenticeship programs, and to add penalty provisions and additional grounds for violations. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 7.08.040 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to prohibit persons convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) from obtaining a permit for the sale, distribution, manufacturing or storage of beer from the Metropolitan Beer Permit Board. 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 approving an agreement between the Metropolitan Government and the State of Tennessee, Department of Finance and Administration, relating to the installation of certain safety equipment for the District Energy System. 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 Metropolitan Government to participate with The Jones Company, to provide public sewer service in Williamson County to Nolen Park Subdivision Project No. 05-SL-56. 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 Metropolitan Government to participate with Burkitt Place Development LLC, to provide public sewer service in Davidson and Williamson County to Burkitt Place Phase 1-A, Section 1, Project No. 05-SL-114A. 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 Metropolitan Government to participate with Centex Homes to provide public sewer service in Davidson County to Villas of Concord Place, Phase 5, Project No. 05-SL-47D. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees.
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 20th Avenue North between Charlotte Avenue and the dead end north of Warner Street to "Spruce Street" (Proposal No 2006M-068U-08). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Emergency Communications District Board, 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 changing from R40 to RS20 zoning on a portion of the property at 1811 Woodmont Boulevard (0.46 acres), and from R40 to RS40 on property at Woodmont Boulevard (unnumbered) and a portion of property at 1811 Woodmont Boulevard (1.17 acres), near the southwest corner of Woodmont Boulevard and Stokesmont Road, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-052U-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 Committee 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 RS10
to AR2a zoning properties located east of Blake Drive between Blake Drive and
Mill Creek (7.19 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-076G-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
Committee 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 RM9 to OR40 district property located at Cheron Road (unnumbered), approximately 575 feet west of Briarville Road (5.33 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-037G-04). 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 Committee 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 OR20 to MUL zoning property located at 2002 Richard Jones Road, approximately 575 feet east of Hillsboro Pike (3.93 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-090U-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 Committee 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 canceling a Planned Unit Development located at 2002 Richard Jones, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 138-82-U-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 Committee 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 RS10 to SP zoning on property located at Nolensville Pike (unnumbered) to permit 25 townhomes, approximately 1,035 feet north of Hills Chapel Road (3.37 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006SP-061G-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 Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. BL2006-1110
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, R15 and R20 to SP district, properties along the south side of Kirtland Avenue, Farrar Avenue, Hood Avenue, and Castleman Drive between Hillsboro Pike and Lone Oak Road (48.42 acres), all of which is described here in (Proposal No. 2005SP-119U-10). Mr. Shulman offered a substitute bill and moved that it be accepted for filing, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2006-1110
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, R15 and R20 to SP district, properties along the south side of Kirtland Avenue, and both sides of Farrar Avenue, Hood Avenue, and Castleman Drive between Hillsboro Pike and Lone Oak Road (51.66 acres), to prohibit new duplexes and permit property owners with 45,000 square feet lots or parcels at the time of adoption of the SP to subdivide into up to three lots each, and apply basic development standards, all of which is described here in (Proposal No. 2005SP-119U-10). 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 to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RM20 to OR20 zoning property located at 326 Travis Drive, at the northeast corner of Welch Road and Travis Drive (1.1 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-074U-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 Committee 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 RS10 zoning various properties located on Burton Avenue, Observatory Court, and Observatory Drive, west of Belmont Boulevard (28.07 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-055U-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 Committee 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 SP zoning various properties located directly north of Rice Road and Bell Road intersection (33.25 acres), to permit a maximum of 570 residential units and 430,000 square feet of office and commercial uses, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006SP-079U-13). 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 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 RS10 to RM20 (.59 acres) and CS (4.0 acres) zoning property located at 115 Hart Lane, approximately 705 feet east of Dickerson Pike (4.59 acres total), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-057U-05). 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 Committee 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 RM4 zoning property located at 7874 McCrory Lane, approximately 1,850 feet south of Highway 70 (36.2 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-067G-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 Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, by amending Section 17.32.050 to prohibit certain temporary signs on Metropolitan Government property, all of which is more particularly described herein. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection, the rules were suspended to accept two (2) late ordinances.
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 SP zoning property located at Hamilton Church Road (unnumbered), approximately 900 feet east of Mt. View Road (9.0 acres), all of which is described here in (Proposal No. 2006SP-070G-13). 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 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 SP zoning property located at 3485 Hamilton Church Road, approximately 1,400 feet west of Hobson Pike (11.93 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006SP-077G-13). 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.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
An ordinance amending Chapter 4.12 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require that certain procurement contracts be approved by Resolution of the Metropolitan Council. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Tygard offered Amendment No. 2 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a roll call vote of the Council. Mr. Tygard offered Amendment No. 3 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Tygard moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 2.68 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require boards and commissions of the Metropolitan Government to publicly announce at each meeting the process and timeframe for appealing a decision of the board or commission. The bill was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Foster moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending the ability of taxicab drivers to discharge passengers in the farthest right lane of traffic when the curb is blocked by parked vehicles. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Dozier moved to defer the bill on second reading and refer the bill to the Transportation and Aviation Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance granting the authority to the Metropolitan Transportation Licensing Commission to authorize taxicabs to charge a temporary fuel surcharge. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Dozier moved to defer the bill on second reading and refer the bill to the Transportation and Aviation Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 12.68.210 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to prohibit the use of mobile telephones while driving, unless a hands free device is used. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended indefinite deferment. Mr. Isabel moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Alexander moved to table the motion to pass, which motion was seconded. A roll call vote was requested by Dread, Forkum, Gotto, Greer and others. The matter recurred on the motion to table, which motion was adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Craddock, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Gotto, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Walls, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Toler, Coleman, Tygard (21); "Noes" Gilmore, Isabel, Murray, Brown, White, Loring, Wallace, Whitmore, Summers, Wilhoite, Williams (11); "Abstaining" Jameson, Hart, Burch (3).
An ordinance amending Section 13.32.120 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to prohibit chain link fences along arterial and collector streets. The Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Wallace moved to defer the bill to the second meeting in July, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 16.04.090 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require property owners to obtain permit bonds for certain residential building construction and repairs. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee recommended deferment. Ms. McClendon moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 16.24.190 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding the prosecution for repeat violations of the Property Standards Code. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee. 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 Section 16.24.330 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to limit the duration portable storage units may be on residential property. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Isabel moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted 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. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Tygard moved to defer 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 Burkitt Place Development LLC, to provide public sewer service in Davidson and Williamson County to Burkitt Place Phase 1-A, Section 2, Project No. 05-SL-114A. 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 authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Pulte Homes, Tennessee LP, to provide public sewer service in Williamson County to Winterset Woods Section 3, Project No. 05-SL-184. 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 abandoning a 15", 12" and an 8" sanitary sewer line and easement that will be replaced by a 15", 12" and an 8" sanitary sewer line and easement, that is shown on Map 161, Parcels 101-103, 105, 107, 112, and 189 and Map 162, Parcels 78-82, Project 05-SL-118, Wal-Mart, Nolensville Road, and authorizing the execution of the documents to carry out the abandonment (Proposal No. 2005M-211U-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 abandoning an 8" sanitary sewer line and easement and accepting a new 8" sanitary sewer line, fire hydrant, and easement, as shown on Map 104-9, Parcel 163.00, Project Nos. 04-SL-201 and 05-WL-19, Southgate Condominiums, and authorizing the execution of necessary documents (Proposal No. 2005M-095U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Summers moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance abandoning an 18" sanitary sewer line and easement and authorizing the acceptance of an 18" sanitary sewer line and easement, all of which is shown on Map 102, Parcel 28 and part of Parcels 24 and 26, Project 05-SL-0203, Costco at Hillwood Plaza Shopping Center, and authorizing the execution of the documents necessary therefor (Proposal No. 2006M-002U-07). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Walls 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 for stormwater projects located at 557, 561, 564, and 568 Castlegate Drive, 710 and 712 Holder Drive, and Centennial Boulevard. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Walls 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 for stormwater projects located at 2244 Hobson Pike, 1010 16th Avenue South, 401 McIver Street, 3101 Nolensville Pike, 3105 Nolensville Pike, 2323 Springdale Drive, 1101 18th Avenue South, 1103 18th Avenue South, 218 Crestview Drive, and 3821 West End Avenue. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Walls 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. 04-D-0704, 3445 Hampton Avenue and 3435 Woodmont Boulevard (Proposal No. 2005M-187U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. 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 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. 93-SC-25P, Richland Creek/Charlotte Pike Sewer System Rehabilitation (Proposal Nos. 2004M-118U-07 and 2006M-003U-07). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Summers moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance declaring surplus and approving the disposition of a certain parcel of property, known as the Municipal Garage, by the Director of Public Property (Proposal No. 2006M-067U-09). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Wallace moved to defer the bill on second reading while clarification is sought on the funds disposition from the proposed sale of property, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by abandoning the right-of-way and easement of Alley #439 from Compton Avenue to Alley #952 and by abandoning a portion of Alley #952 right-of-way only from Alley #439 eastward approximately 250 feet (Proposal No. 2006M-047U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Traffic and Parking Commission; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Hausser 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 amending the Metropolitan Code of Laws to provide for the reimbursement of overpayments made by customers for water and sewer services. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. 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, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Foster (1).
An ordinance authorizing certain departments, boards, and commissions of the Metropolitan Government to accept donations valued at less than or equal to $5,000, and providing for Council approval by Resolution for acceptance of donations valued at more than $5,000. 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, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by making applicable the provisions of a Planned Unit Development district located at 212 25th Avenue North, to permit an existing 125,000 square foot office/restaurant building an exemption, from the minimum distance requirement included in the beer provisions of the Metro Code (1.22 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006P-003U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Whitmore moved to defer the bill on third reading while remaining issues are addressed, the bill being requested by Barge Cauthen & Associates, which motion was seconded and adopted 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 bulk standards and scenic landscape easements applicable to the AG, AR2a, R80, RS80, R40, and RS40 zoning districts in order to provide for significant protection of unique natural, cultural, and historical resources and adding applicable definitions (Proposal No 2006Z-014T). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Briley moved to defer the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Mayor to enter into Water, Sewer and Cable Line Agreement No. 600,043 with Nashville and Eastern Railroad Corporation, allowing the Department of Water and Sewerage Services to construct and maintain water, sewer, cable lines in the railroad right-of-way 570 foot easterly, M.P. 3.11 and M.P. 3.24. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. 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, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance naming Fire Station No. 39 in honor of B.R. Hall, Sr. The bill was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages and Planning, Zoning and Historical 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, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance amending Section 3.28.010 and Section 3.29.010 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, changing the definition of disability. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committees. Mr. Jameson moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded. After discussion, Ms. Hausser moved to defer the bill on third 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, Tennessee, to accept a donation of property located at 136 Una Recreational Park Drive, described as Tax Map 135-00, Parcel 168 (Proposal No. 2006M-041U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Budget and Finance; Parks, Library, Recreation and Entertainment Facility; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Wilhoite 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, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract with CSX Transportation Inc. and Beazer Homes Corporation for the construction and acceptance of a roadway bridge over a CSX Transportation Inc. right-of-way at Railroad Milepost 00N-14.69 in Davidson County, Tennessee (Proposal No. 2006M-061G-06). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical 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, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
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 Douglas Road right-of-way from a point approximately 300' north of the south property line of Parcel 36 on Map 14, northward approximately 790' to the dead end (Proposal No. 2006M-033G-01). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Traffic and Parking Commission; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Gilmore 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, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
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 unnamed right-of-way between Cargile Road and Haverford Drive (Proposal No. 2006M-032U-07). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Traffic and Parking Commission; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Dread moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
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 a portion of Franklin Street between 1st Avenue South and 4th Avenue South to "Gateway Boulevard" (Proposal No. 2006M-050U-09). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Emergency Communications District Board; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Jameson 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, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
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 P Pool Avenue between Elm Hill Pike and Transit Avenue to "Lannie Boswell Avenue" (Proposal No. 2005M-268U-11). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Emergency Communications District Board; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Greer 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, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
- MEMORIALIZING RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to introduce and support legislation that would allow local governments to assess senior citizen housing developments at twenty-five percent of its value. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment. At the request of the sponsor, Mr. Tygard moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
RESOLUTION NO. RS2006-1323
A resolution expressing the Metropolitan Council's intent to reduce funding for Metropolitan Government departments that fail to ensure all department management have received training regarding Title VI compliance prior to the end of the current fiscal year. Mr. Coleman offered a substitute resolution and moved that it be accepted for filing, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
SUBSITUTE RESOLUTION NO. RS2006-1323
A resolution expressing the Metropolitan Council's intent to withhold funding for Metropolitan Government departments that fail to ensure that all department management have received training regarding Title VI compliance prior to the end of the current fiscal year until a corrective action plan is filed. The substitute resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Coleman moved to adopt the substitute resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to require sellers of residential real property to disclose hazardous and environmental concerns about the area surrounding the property as part of the Residential Property Disclosure Statement. The Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Ms. Gilmore moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Election Commission to publish an explanation of the August 3, 2006 ballot and the procedure for using the new voting machines in community and minority newspapers distributed in Davidson County, in addition to the traditional publication of the ballot in newspapers of general circulation. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Mayor and the Director of Finance to take the action necessary to renegotiate contracts for the maintenance and operation of the Gaylord Entertainment Center and the Coliseum to obtain terms that are more favorable to the Metropolitan Government. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Department of Water Services, the White House Utility District, the Harpeth Valley Utility District and the Madison Utility District to develop a plan to install fire hydrants to serve all residents of Davidson County within ten years and to provide an annual report to the Council regarding the progress toward implementation of the plan. The Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Ryman moved to defer the resolution to the second meeting in July, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Traffic and Parking Commission to reduce speed limits in front of residential retirement facilities, assisted living facilities and nursing homes on a case-by-case basis. The resolution was approved by the Traffic and Parking Committee. Mr. Shulman moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Nashville Fire Department to research and present information to the Council regarding the feasibility of implementing a "Vial of Life" program in Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee. Mr. Tygard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, Senator Lamar Alexander, and the Davidson County Congressional Delegation to introduce and enact the necessary legislation to provide for supervision of mentally ill persons released from prison who are residing in group homes to ensure they receive adequate medical care. The Health, Hospitals and Social Services 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 and the Greater Nashville Hotel and Lodging Association to take the action necessary to waive parking fees during the summer months to attract regional travelers to Nashville. The Convention and Tourism and Traffic and Parking Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Isabel moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Department of General Services to install card key access at the rear of the Council Chamber. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance 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, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Traffic and Parking Commission to provide free parking in all Metro-owned lots and garages if persons park 30 minutes or less. The Traffic and Parking Commission 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 Department of General Services, and the Metropolitan Beautification and Environment Commission to develop a plan for the maintenance of shrubs, planters and other landscaping in front of the A.A. Birch Building, the Criminal Justice Center, the Ben West Building and the historic Metropolitan Courthouse. 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, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting
the Mayor, the Department of Public Works, the Board of Parks and Recreation,
and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to examine the feasibility of using federal
and/or local funding to stabilize the structure supporting the electrical tower
located behind the Justice A.A. Birch Building along the Cumberland River downtown
greenway. The resolution was approved by the Parks, Library, Recreation and
Entertainment Facility and Public Works Committees. Mr. Wallace moved to adopt
the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote:
"Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel,
Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring,
McClendon, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Summers, Shulman, Adkins,
Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes"
(0).