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Minutes
Metropolitan
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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 the Metropolitan Courthouse.
The invocation was offered by Deacon Jesse Tucker.
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, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard and President Gentry (36); Absent: Gilmore, Loring, Hausser, Williams (4).
The Minutes of the regular meeting of October 3, 2006, were approved.
Ms.
Neighbors moved that at time of adjournment the meeting be adjourned to Thursday,
November 9, 2006, at
6:00 p.m., which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the
Council.
- COMMITTEE REPORTS ON MATTERS OTHER THAN LEGISLATION -
The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferral of the following proposed amendments to the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council:
Rule
No. 8.
Amending by adding the following new paragraph:
The
Metropolitan Clerk shall not permit any Member of Council to sign a resolution
or ordinance that
has been previously filed without the written consent of the primary sponsor.
Rule No. 37
Amending by adding the following provision at the end thereof:
Further,
a roll call vote is required on any motion for the previous question on the
operating budget for the
ensuing fiscal year or on legislation comprising the Mayor's capital spending
plan.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Health
and Educational Facilities Board
The President called for nominations to fill two (2) vacancies on the Health
and Educational Facilities Board of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville
and Davidson County. Mr. Shulman nominated Mr. Walker Batts; Mr. Coleman nominated
Dr. Melvin Lightfoot; Mr. Isabel nominated Ms. Ella Suddeth; Mr. Wallace nominated
Mr. Frank Harrison; Mr. Hodge nominated Mr. Michael Kerstetter; Mr. Ryman nominated
Ms. Amy Adams Gowan. There being no further nominations, the President declared
nominations closed. The nominees were referred to the Rules-Confirmations-Public
Elections Committee for a recommendation, and an election will be conducted
at the next regular meeting of the Council.
- RESOLUTIONS -
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 general operating support ($47,000) of the Arts Commission. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for general operating support ($50,585) of the Arts Commission. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
A resolution to appropriate grant funds from the State of Tennessee to the Metropolitan Action Commission for programs to increase awareness of poverty issues and to assist low income families. The resolution was approved by the Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committee; the Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Ryman moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Department of Health to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by and through the Board of Health, for bioterrorism preparedness services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving an amendment to a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Health to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by and through the Board of Health, for food safety services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving an amendment to a cooperative agreement between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for air pollution control. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving a contract between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and the Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center, Inc., for the provision of services related to the Women, Infants and Children program. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees with an amendment. Mr. Wallace offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Wallace moved to adopt the resolution as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
A resolution modifying the master list of architects and engineers originally approved by Resolution No. R94-1050. The resolution was approved by the Public Works Committee; the Budget and Finance Committee recommend deferment. Mr. Ryman moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution approving and authorizing the Metropolitan Mayor to enter into Supplemental Agreement No. 500,464 with Nashville and Eastern Railroad Corporation, allowing the Department of Water and Sewerage Services to increase the rental fee paid for the water line at M.P. .04, Nashville, Tennessee. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Jameson moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving and authorizing the Metropolitan Mayor to enter into Supplemental Agreement No. 500,003 with Nashville and Eastern Railroad Corporation, allowing the Department of Water and Sewerage Services to increase the rental fee paid for the water line at M.P. 2.73, Nashville, Tennessee. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Brown moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving and authorizing the Metropolitan Mayor to enter into Supplemental Agreement No. 500,006 with Nashville and Eastern Railroad Corporation, allowing the Department of Water and Sewerage Services to increase the rental fee paid for the water line at M.P. 10.39, Nashville, Tennessee. 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, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving an application for a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for improvements to the right-of-way along SR45 from the Cumberland River Bridge to Dupont School at Lakewood City Limits. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Brown moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Adkins (1).
A resolution approving an application for a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for improvements to the Shelby Avenue Streetscape from the intersection of South 2nd Street to South 11th Street. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Jameson moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Adkins (1).
A resolution approving an application for a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for improvements to the right-of-way at the interchange at Woodland Street and Main Street. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Jameson moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Adkins (1).
A resolution approving an application for a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for improvements to the Demonbreun Streetscape between 10th Avenue South and 6th Avenue South and the 1st Avenue South intersection. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Wallace moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Adkins (1).
A resolution approving an application for a grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for improvements to the Community Gateway and Entry Corridor along 21st Avenue South. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Adkins (1).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Government to enter into Utility Relocation Contract No. 5980, Supplement # 1 with the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, Project No. IM-40(118)213, 19008-2178-44, I-40 widening and rehabilitation from I-24 to Donelson Pike, located in Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees with an amendment. Mr. Burch offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Burch moved to adopt the resolution as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Adkins (1).
A resolution approving cooperative agreement No. 06E4TN25250022 with the United States Department of the Interior - United States Geological Survey for continuation of a program to operate and maintain an ADVM gauge on the Cumberland River and water quality monitors and streamflow gauges in several streams in Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Walls moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Sam's Club Foundation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for fire prevention programs in schools and senior citizen centers. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (34); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving an application for a grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to support homeland security capabilities. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for programs to address driving under the influence (DUI) issues. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of State, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the benefit of the Nashville Public Library for general library services, library services for the deaf and hard of hearing, and materials for the disadvantaged. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of State, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the benefit of the Nashville Public Library to purchase library materials and support participation in the interlibrary loan system. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by and through the Board of Parks and Recreation, for the purposes of providing free Big Band dances to the public. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A
resolution approving an amendment to 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 youth for re-entry into the labor
force and training for those facing serious barriers to employment (No. 07-09-PY6-309-YOUTH).
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human
Relations-Housing Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which
motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote:
"Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock,
Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer,
Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster,
Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes"
(0).
A resolution approving an amendment to 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, youth, and dislocated workers for re-entry into the labor force and training for those facing serious barriers to employment (07-09-PY6-109-ADMIN). The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A
resolution approving an amendment to 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. 07-09-PY6-209-ADULT).
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human
Relations-Housing Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which
motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote:
"Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock,
Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer,
Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster,
Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes"
(0).
A
resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee to The Metropolitan
Government of Nashville and Davidson County to provide incumbent worker training
to current employees of Ingram Book Group (07-09-PY6-11W-STATE). The resolution
was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human
Relations-Housing Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which
motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote:
"Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock,
Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer,
Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster,
Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, 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 participate in a recruitment campaign for Embraer Air and assist with additional hiring needs (07-09-PY6-2FT-STATE). The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Burch moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating $1,000 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to Youth, Incorporated to provide partial funding for its program services. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Tygard moved to suspend the rules to override the Committee recommendation, and no objection was made. Mr. Tygard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating $2,500 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to Operation Stand Down Nashville, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committees. Mr. Tygard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating $5,000 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Jewish Community Center of Nashville to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committees. Mr. Tygard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating $8,000 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to Eighteenth Avenue Family Enrichment Center to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committees. Mr. Whitmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the Executive Director of Metropolitan Social Services to declare a certain parcel of property, known as the Municipal Children's Home, to be surplus and to transfer said property to the custody of the Director of Public Property Administration of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (Proposal No 2006M-086U-07). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission and the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee; the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees recommended indefinite deferment. Mr. Ryman moved to defer the resolution indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution appropriating Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000) from the Unappropriated Fund Balance of the General Fund of the General Services District to fund an Economic Impact Study regarding Metropolitan Government employees living outside of Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee; the Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing 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 appropriating Seventy-Five Thousand Dollars ($75,000) from the Unappropriated Fund Balance of the General Services District to fund a Best Practices Study for the Metropolitan Council. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claim of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County against American Disposal Service, LLC for $58,992.88. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claim of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County against Daryl Hutchison in the amount of $18,902.00. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claim of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County against the Mary H. Hutto for $3,000.00. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance amending Section 2.04.030 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to give the full Council authority over the operation of the Metropolitan Council Office, and to make certain employees of the Council Office part of the classified service. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to establish an employee safety program administered by the Department of Law and to move the current employee safety program by amending Titles 2 and 3 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 5.04 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require the Mayor to notify the Council upon making any multi-year agreements or commitments for funding to nonprofit organizations. 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 amending Title 6 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws prohibiting the harboring of illegal aliens and prohibiting landowners from leasing or renting dwelling units to illegal aliens. Mr. Gotto moved to pass the bill on first reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. The bill was referred to the Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committee.
An ordinance amending Title 6 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws prohibiting the hiring of unlawful workers within the area of the Metropolitan Government and providing penalties for violations, all of which is more particularly described herein. Mr. Gotto moved to pass the bill on first reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Isabel moved to table the motion to pass, which motion was seconded and failed by a roll call vote. The matter recurred on the motion to pass the bill on first reading and at least five members requested a roll call vote on the motion, including Craddock, Gotto, White, and Greer. The vote was taken and the motion adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Tucker, Dread, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Hart, Forkum Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (27); "Noes" Isabel, Greer, Evans (3); "Abstaining" Neighbors, Briley, Jameson, Cole (4). The bill was referred to the Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committee.
An ordinance amending Section 6.80.330(A) 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 Chapter 8.08 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws prohibiting persons found by a court to have violated the vicious dog ordinance from owning pit bulls within the area of the Metropolitan Government. Mr. Hart moved to defer the bill indefinitely on first reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 13.08 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding abandoned property within the public right-of-way, all of which is more particularly described herein. 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 amending Title 15 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws as specifically described herein. 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 authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Roy Maynard, to provide public sewer service in Williamson County to 1119 Waller Road, Project No. 98-SL-192. 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 Nolensville Paint and Body to provide one public sewer service connection to Haley Industrial Park, Project No. 05-SL-63, in Williamson County, Tennessee. 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 TWD I Partnership, to provide public pressure sewer extension through construction of sewerage pump station and force main for its development at The Preserve at Old Hickory Pump Station. 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 approving the disposition of a certain parcel of property held by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and known as the Randalls Learning Center by the Director of Public Property (Proposal No. 2006M-153U-10). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Education and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Director of Public Property, or his designee, to accept H.G. Hill Realty Company, LLC's proposed donation of a parcel of property for use as a park and to execute and record any instruments necessary to effect the donation (Proposal No. 2006M-130U-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements described in the plans for Bronte Avenue Stormwater Project, located at 1132, 1143, and 1136 Delmas Avenue, 2700, 2704, 2706, and 2708 Bronte Avenue, 1638, 1640, 1642, 1700, and 1702 Northview Avenue, and 1301 Otay Street, Project No. 03-D-0381 (Proposal No.2006M-058U-05). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects located at 4020 Jordonia Station Road, 1433 Cowan Court, 5811 River Road, 8283 River Road Pike, 5431 Edmondson Pike, 711 Myatt Center Lane, 1000 Gallatin Pike, Gallatin Pike, 1008 Gallatin Pike. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects located at 8101 Highway 100, 1010 E. Trinity Lane, 2900 Lebanon Pike, 2121 Metrocenter Boulevard, 655 Grassmere Park, 329 Donelson Pike, 407 42nd Avenue North. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects located at 23 White Bridge Pike, 1215 21st Avenue South, 3723 Keystone Avenue, 75 Lester Avenue, and 3634 Central Pike. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of easements by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects relating to Project No. 03-WG-116A, Powell Avenue 36 inch Water Main, Phase II, CSX Railroad Crossing Radnor Yards. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance 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 for Ridgefield Court (Proposal No. 2006M-089U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Traffic and Parking Commission. Mr. Summers moved to pass the bill on first reading and defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. The bill was referred to the Public Works, Traffic and Parking, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance abandoning a 12" water line and easement that will be replaced by a 10" water line and 2 fire hydrants, that is shown on Map 147, Parcel 038.00, Project 05-WL-0213, Wal-Mart, Nolensville Pike at Harding Place, 4050 Nolensville Pike and authorizing the execution of the documents to carry out the abandonment (Proposal No. 2006M-095U-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance abandoning an 8" sanitary sewer line and easement that will be replaced by an 8" sanitary sewer line, that is shown on Map 107, Parcels 76, 77, 152 and 153 and Map 107-06, Parcels 6 and 13, and the installation of 3 fire hydrants for Project No. 06-SL-39 and 06-WL-36, Kaplan School, Dabbs Avenue, and authorizing the execution of the documents to carry out the abandonment (Proposal No. 2006M-096U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance 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 RS5 to SP zoning property located at 711 and 713 40th Avenue North, at the southwest corner of Clifton Avenue and 40th Avenue North (.54 acres), to permit the development of 10 townhomes, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006SP-135U-08). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Whitmore moved to defer the bill on first reading and re-refer the bill to the Planning Commission, the bill being requested by Marcus Buckner, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
BILL NO. BL2006-1125
An ordinance naming the new Head Start Center and campus in the southeast quadrant of Davidson County. Mr. Foster offered a substitute bill and moved that it be accepted for filing and no objection was made.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2006-1125
An ordinance naming the new Head Start Center and campus in the southeast quadrant of Davidson County. The bill was approved by the Metropolitan Action Commission and the Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committee. Mr. Foster moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2006- 1185
An ordinance amending Chapter 1.04 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws declaring English to be the official language of the Metropolitan Government, and to require that all government communications, publications and telephone answering systems be in English with certain exceptions. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Crafton 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 renaming a portion of 13th Avenue North between Jo Johnston Avenue and Alley No. 611, as "Pearl Street" (Proposal No. 2005M-176U-08). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Emergency Communications District Board, Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Wallace moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by abandoning the right-of-way for an unnumbered alley between South 14th Street and South 15th Street (Proposal No. 2006M-077U-05). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Traffic and Parking Commission; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Jameson 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 4.20 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require
Metropolitan Government contractors for construction and building projects to
obtain a business tax license from the Davidson County Clerk prior to commencing
work on the project. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
Mr. Wallace 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 8.12 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding the treatment of animals. The bill was approved by the Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committee. Mr. Shulman moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Foster offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. The matter recurred on the motion to pass as amended, which motion was adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by renaming a portion of Observatory Drive to North Observatory Drive and another portion to South Observatory Drive (Proposal No. 2005M-125U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Emergency Communications District Board, Public Works, Traffic and Parking, 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 to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by renaming Spring Court to Lischey Place (Proposal No. 2006M-094U-05). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee; the Public Works and Traffic and Parking Committees recommended deferment. Ms. Murray moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by abandoning portions of right-of-way for Meridian Street and Spring Court (Proposal No. 2006M-092U-05). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee; the Public Works, and Traffic and Parking Committees recommended deferment. Ms. Murray moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by abandoning the right-of-way and easement for a portion of Carothers Road east of Battle Road (Proposal No. 2006M-084G-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee; the Public Works and Traffic and Parking Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Toler moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by abandoning the right-of-way for an unnumbered alley adjacent to Fairway Drive, south of Lebanon Pike (Proposal No. 2006M-090U-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Brown moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by abandoning the right-of-way for an unnumbered alley located between Culvert Street and Alley #2086 (Proposal No. 2006M-083U-11). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees; the Traffic and Parking Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Greer moved to suspend the rules to allow the bill to be heard. Mr. White objected, and the bill was deferred on second reading pursuant to Rule No. 23 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council.
An ordinance approving the disposition of a certain parcel of property located at 3315 John Mallette Drive, known as the old Bordeaux Library, by the Director of Public Property (Proposal No. 2006M-079U-03). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Budget and Finance; Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Isabel 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 Chapter 13.08 and Chapter 13.16 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to prohibit any temporary or permanent encroachment into the public right-of-way without first obtaining a permit from the Metropolitan Government. The bill was approved by the Public Works Committee. Mr. Wallace moved to rescind the previous action that passed this ordinance on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (31); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance requiring that all brochures, pamphlets, and reports published by the Metropolitan Government for distribution outside of a particular department state the number of items printed and the cost per unit of publishing the material. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Wilhoite moved to suspend the rules to allow an amendment to the bill on third reading, and no objection was made. Ms. Wilhoite offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Wilhoite 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, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, 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 R40 to RS20 zoning properties located at 501 Broadwell Drive, Trousdale Drive (unnumbered) and Hill Road (unnumbered), south of the intersection of Broadwell Drive and Trousdale Drive (4.42 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-116U-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Adkins moved to defer the bill on third reading to address constituent concerns, the bill being requested by Michael Yates, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council
An ordinance amending Section 15.44.050 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws amending the provisions pertaining to estimates and billing adjustments for water diverted from the public sanitary sewer system effective July 1, 2007, all of which is more particularly described herein. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Tygard moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance amending Section 16.24.330 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding the storage of trailers and watercraft in the front yard of residential property. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market 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, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. BL2006-1096 by renumbering an incorrect section number. The bill was approved by the Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committee. Mr. Briley moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance accepting the donation of horses by the names of "Society's Red Bear" and "Armed SG's Boy Scout" for the use and benefit of the Metropolitan Police Department. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages 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, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of a completed bridge over railroad tracks belonging to CSX Transportation, Inc. and the acceptance of all accompanying rights-of-way and other easements and improvements to facilitate its use (Proposal No. 2006M-093G-06). The bill was approved by Planning Commission, Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Tygard moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (32); "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 Summerfield Boulevard to "Summercrest Boulevard" to assure continuity of the street name (Proposal No. 2006M-82U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Emergency Communications District Board; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Coleman moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (32); "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 Cane Ridge Road right-of-way across from Blairfield Drive (Proposal No. 2006M-081G-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Traffic and Parking Commission; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Coleman moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (32); "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 the right-of-way for an unnumbered alley off Whites Creek Pike (Proposal No. 2006M-078G-01). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Traffic and Parking Commission; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Hunt moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (32); "Noes" (0).
- MEMORIALIZING RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to allow the Metropolitan Government to transfer operation of the Animal Control Division from the Health Department to the Davidson County Sheriff's Office. The Health, Hospitals and Social Services and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees 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 Director of Finance, the Director of Public Property
Administration, the Director of the Department of General Services, and the
Traffic and Parking Commission to provide the Metropolitan Council with certain
information regarding the parking spaces under the control of the Metropolitan
Government, and requesting a study to determine the feasibility of requiring
a parking fee to be paid in the Fulton Complex garage once it is completed.
The resolution was approved by the Traffic and Parking Committee. Mr. Wallace
moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the
following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel,
Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch,
White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster,
Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Mayor's Office of Emergency Management and the Nashville Fire Department to install safety devices along the river at Riverfront Park. The resolution was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee. Mr. Isabel moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Mayor not to include funding for the Nashville Symphony in next fiscal year's capital spending plan. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended indefinite deferment. Mr. Summers moved to defer the resolution indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Employee Benefit Board to have an actuarial study performed to determine the cost of including judicial court officers in the fire and police pension plan. The Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committee recommended deferment. Ms. Wilhoite moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting Governor Phil Bredesen and the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to publish a list of employers that are providing insurance for their employees through the Cover Tennessee program. 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 Metropolitan Nashville Police Department not to place police officers against the median walls of interstates for the purpose of writing tickets to HOV lane offenders. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Gotto 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 Public Education to examine the feasibility of installing video cameras on the side of school buses to assist law enforcement officers in prosecuting drivers that fail to stop for a school bus loading or discharging children. The resolution was approved by the Education Committee. Mr. Forkum moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation to reimburse patrons of the Tennessee Association of Craft Artists festival for the towing charges resulting from parking in undesignated areas. The Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Tygard 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 Parks and Recreation to address the parking situation at Centennial Park by allowing parking on certain grassy areas, by visibly marking the areas where parking is and is not allowed, and by stationing Park Rangers at certain events to ensure that the public does not park in the wrong areas. The Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committee recommended indefinite deferment. Mr. Shulman moved to defer the resolution indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution stating the Metropolitan Council's intent to call together citizens and groups from all across Nashville for the purpose of discussing and addressing the various questions and issues currently before the Council regarding the "diversity" of our community. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Shulman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A
resolution requesting the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority to reconsider
the suspension of its minority and women-owned business assistance program.
The resolution was approved by the Transportation and Aviation Committee. Mr.
Wallace moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted
by the following vote:
"Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock,
Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace,
Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite,
Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting Mayor Bill Purcell to initiate a contest to determine an official motto for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended indefinite deferment. Ms. Wilhoite moved to defer the resolution indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution encouraging all employees of the 95 Tennessee counties to participate in the 2006 Change a Light Campaign sponsored by the National Association of Counties, and encouraging all Nashville citizens to use energy efficient light bulbs in their homes. The resolution was approved by the Public Works Committee. Ms. Wilhoite moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
A resolution proclaiming November 2-4, 2006, as National Middle School Recognition Days in Honor of the 33rd Annual National Middle School Association Conference and Exhibit. The resolution was approved by the Education Committee. Ms. Tucker moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
Mr. Wallace requested a suspension of the rules for consideration of a late resolution. Mr. Summers objected and the resolution was not considered.
Ms. Wilhoite requested a suspension of the rules for consideration of a late resolution and no objection was made.
A resolution recognizing the 70th Anniversary of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, Alpha Chi Chapter at Tennessee State University in Nashville, Tennessee. Ms. Wilhoite moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Crafton, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned to November 9, 2006.