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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 Councilman Robert Duvall.
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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard and President Gentry (39); Absent: Crafton, Toler (2).
The Minutes of the regular meeting of December 5, 2006, were approved.
- COMMITTEE REPORTS ON MATTERS OTHER THAN LEGISLATION -
The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended indefinite deferment of the following proposed amendment 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.
Mr. Wallace moved to defer the amendment to the second meeting in January, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Charter
Revision Commission
Appointment of Mr. Richard McGee for a term expiring September 4, 2009. Mr.
McGee will fill the unexpired term of Gen. Robert E. Cooper, Jr. The Rules-Confirmations-Public
Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Ms. Neighbors moved for
confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the
Council.
Community
Access Corporation Board
Appointment of Ms. Mimi Bliss for a term expiring October 10, 2007. Ms. Bliss
will fill the unexpired term of Mr. Amit Patel. The Rules-Confirmations-Public
Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Ms. Neighbors moved for
confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the
Council.
Historic
Zoning Commission
Appointment of Ms. Barri Bernstein for a term expiring June 1, 2007. Ms. Bernstein
will fill the unexpired term of Mr. Mac McDonald. The Rules-Confirmations-Public
Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Ms. Neighbors moved for
confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the
Council.
Metropolitan
Development and Housing Agency
Reappointment of Mr. J. Chase Cole for a term expiring November 5, 2011. The
Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment
and Ms. Neighbors moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted
by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Solid
Waste Region Board
Reappointment of Ms. Anna B. Alexander for a term expiring December 15, 2012.
The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment
and Ms. Neighbors moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted
by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Reappointment of Mr. Daniel Lane for a term expiring December 15, 2012. Without objection, the nomination was deferred to January 16, 2007.
Transportation
Licensing Commission
Reappointment of Ms. Holly Sharp for a term expiring October 10, 2008. Without
objection, the nomination was deferred to January 16, 2007.
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution appropriating the amount of $ 600,000 from the General Fund Reserve Fund for the purchase of equipment and building repairs for the General Sessions Court of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "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 Nashville Inner City Ministry, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended indefinite deferment. Mr. Greer moved to defer the resolution indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote of the Council: "Ayes" Neighbors, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Shulman, Adkins, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Williams (23); "Noes" Hunt, Craddock, Gotto, Burch, Wallace, Walls, Foster, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (10); "Abstaining" Dozier, Tucker, Whitmore (3).
A resolution appropriating $25,000 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to Senior Citizens, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Forkum moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating $22,250 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to Continental T-Belles Track Club, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution appropriating $10,000 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to Bellevue Exchange Club Foundation, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "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 Education Equal Opportunity Group, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Hunt moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "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 Health, for the provision of food safety services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving a contract by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and Columbia State Community College for the training of veterinary technician students at Metropolitan Animal Control. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the U.S. Department of Health to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by and through the Board of Health, for the provision of health services to the homeless. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving a contract for services by and between the Metropolitan Government and Anissa Burgess, DDS, to provide dental services to patients of the Downtown Clinic. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving an interlocal agreement with the City of Goodlettsville for use of the Police Department's mug shot system. 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to enhance the enforcement of driving under the influence laws. 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving an amendment to a grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to sustain key homeland security programs. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Shulman, Evans, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "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 Cumberland River Greenway-Opry Mills Connector. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committees. Mr. Loring moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Shulman, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Adkins (1).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for improvements to the Gateway Pro Partners parking expansion. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Loring moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to accept $8,575.24 in compromise and settlement of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County's vehicular damage claim against V. Johnson, LLC. 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
A resolution authorizing Walgreens Company to install, construct and maintain an aerial encroachment at 226 5th Avenue North (Proposal No. 2006M-085U-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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
A resolution approving an Amendment to a Memorandum of Understanding by and among the Metropolitan Government, the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency, the Industrial Development Board, Struever Bros. Eccles & Rouse Development Holdings LLC, and the Nashville Sounds Baseball Club Limited Partnership. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committees. Mr. Jameson moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded. The matter recurred on the motion to adopt, which motion was adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Hunt, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (30); "Noes" Tucker, Craddock, Gotto, Foster, Duvall (5); "Abstaining" Wallace (1).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
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 Gateway Boulevard between Davidson Street and 4th Avenue South to "Korean War Veterans Memorial Boulevard" (Proposal No. 2006M-231U-09). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Emergency Communications District Board, Public Works, Traffic and Parking, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Cates-Kottas Development to provide public sewer service in Williamson County to Brookfield Subdivision, Section 14, Project No. 04-SL-190. 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 Director of Public Property to exercise an option to purchase real property (Map 85, Parcels 17 and 18 - 1015 and 1014 Stones River Road) to be used by Parks and Recreation as part of the Stones River greenway system and as a Nature Center, and to grant a conservation easement to The Land Trust for Tennessee, Inc. (Proposal No. 2006M-224G-14). Pursuant to Rule No. 8 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council, no action was taken on this bill.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
An ordinance amending Section 12.08.150 of the Metropolitan Code by reducing the authority to tow vehicles illegally parked within the area of Metropolitan Government. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Wallace moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
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 defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
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 on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection Bill Nos. BL2006-1107 and BL2006-1108 were considered together.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2006-1107
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 SP district zoning on property located at 2002 Richard Jones Road to allow an existing three-story office building, with ground floor commercial uses including, but not limited to, retail and restaurant uses, approximately 575 feet east of Hillsboro Pike (3.93 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-090U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission.
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 approved by the Planning Commission.
Mr. Shulman moved to pass the bills 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. Mr. Greer 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 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 north of Sharondale Drive on Sharondale Court (5.51 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-163U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Shulman moved to defer the bill indefinitely while the neighborhood continues to work on the proposal, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 6.80.330(A) of the Metropolitan Code of Laws. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. 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. Shulman moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON THIRD READING -
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, by amending Section 17.04.060 to modify the definition of "two-family" structure to include two detached dwelling units, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-022T). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Briley moved to withdraw the bill, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An
ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance
of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing
from R20 to RS20 zoning various properties located on Castleman Drive, Trimble
Road, Trimble Court, Lindawood Drive, Colewood Drive, Estes Road, La Vista Drive,
Whitney Place Court, and Wallace Lane, north of Harding Place and west of Hillsboro
Pike (101.39 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-139U-10).
The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical
Committee. Ms. Williams offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which
motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Williams
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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown,
Gotto, Burch, Page, Hausser, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins,
Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (31);
"Noes" Dread, Craddock, White, Loring, Greer (5); "Abstaining"
Wallace (1).
BILL NO. BL2006-1167
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 RS20 and R10 to RM6 zoning property located at 1019 Highland Circle and 1122 Apple Valley Circle, approximately 750 feet west of Hamblen Drive (5.62 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-107G-04). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission; the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Ryman moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in February, the bill being requested by Lee Wall, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council with Mr. Craddock "Abstaining."
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 1019 Highland Circle and 1122 Apple Valley Road, to permit the development of 31 multi-family units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006P-009G-04). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission; the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Ryman moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in February, the bill being requested by Dale and Associates, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council with Mr. Craddock "Abstaining."
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; Emergency Communications District Board; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Murray 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "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 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; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Murray 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
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). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Education and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Shulman 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 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, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Summers 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance amending Chapter 2.44 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require the Metropolitan Police Department to provide quarterly and annual crime reports to the Metropolitan Council. The bill was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee. Ms. Hausser requested a suspension of the rules to amend the bill on third reading and no objection was made. Ms. Hausser offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Hausser moved to pass the bill on third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "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 Rosecliff Drive right-of-way (Proposal No. 2006M-109U-05). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; the Traffic and Parking Commission; Public Works, Traffic and Parking, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Cole 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance accepting a contribution to the Metropolitan Government from Dr. Chris Pardue in the amount of $80,000 for traffic infrastructure improvements in the area of Dobson Chapel Road and Central Pike. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. White moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects located at Knights of Columbus Boulevard, 3564 Dickerson Pike, 2911 Woodlawn Drive, 315 Harrison Street, 705 and 709 3rd Avenue North, Criddle Street, 1066 Firestone Parkway, Old Hickory Boulevard, 200 East Campbell Road, 2214 Hobson Pike #423, 500 Hospital Drive and 224 Stewarts Ferry Pike. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects located at 5315 Hickory Hollow Lane, 726 4th Avenue North, 41 Hart Street, West Trinity Lane, 1125 8th Avenue South, 3102 West End Circle, 664 Vernon Avenue, 350 Hermitage Avenue, 1556 Bell Road, 5813 Nolensville Pike, 4250 Andrew Jackson Parkway, 1136 Lebanon Pike, Omohundro Place, and 6401 Nolensville Pike. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects located at 4220 Lavergne Couchville Pike, 6029 Nolensville Pike, 2500 Murfreesboro Pike, 725 McFerrin Avenue, 735 Harding Place, 120 21st Avenue South, 2900 Lebanon Pike, Route 2 Monroe Crossing, 2995 Sidco Drive, and 254 Spence Lane. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects located at 809 and 825 Hamilton Crossings, 4151 Saundersville Road, 1200 Bryan Street, 4301 Harding Pike, North Dupont Avenue, 3921 Cross Creek Road, 224 Stewarts Ferry Pike, 6399 Charlotte Pike, 921 Division Street, 820 Hillview Heights. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Williams 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0).
An
ordinance abandoning an 8" sanitary sewer line, manhole, and easement that
will be replaced by a manhole, that is shown on Map 082-09, Parcels 253 and
254, Map 082-13, Parcels 144 and 145, Project 06-SL-0105, 8th Avenue North Sewer
Relocation, 8th and Monroe Street and authorizing the execution of the documents
to carry out the abandonment (Proposal No. 2006M-151U-08). The bill was approved
by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical
Committees. Mr. Wallace moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion
was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors,
Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole,
Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls,
Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge,
Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0).
BILL NO. BL2006-1274
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 160, Parcels
40, 46, 47, 213 and 214, Project 04-SL-0095, St. Martin's Square, Old Hickory
Blvd. and authorizing the execution of the documents to carry out the abandonment
and relocation. (Proposal No. 2006M-128U-12). The bill was approved by the Planning
Commission, Public Works 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman,
Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore,
Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman,
Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0).
BILL NO. BL2006-1275
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 043-09, Parcel 265.00, Project 06-SL-0077, Advance Auto Parts, 314 Gallatin Pike and authorizing the execution of the documents to carry out the abandonment (Proposal No. 2006M-126G-04). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Forkum moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance abandoning an 8" sanitary sewer line and an 8" water line and easement that will be replaced by an 8" sanitary sewer line and an 8" water line and the installation of two fire hydrants, that is shown on Map 134, Parcel 63, Project 06-SL-59/06-WL-60, Providence Park, Phase 3, Providence Park Lane and authorizing the execution of the documents to carry out the abandonment and relocation (Proposal No. 2006M-131U-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Adkins 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Gotto, Burch, White, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Williamson County Schools, to provide public sewer service in Williamson County to Williamson County School, Project No. 06-SL-137. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Gotto, Burch, White, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Cates-Kottas Development to provide public sewer service in Williamson County to Bennington Subdivision, Phase Two, Project No. 04-SL-85C. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Gotto, Burch, White, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (35); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Cates-Kottas Development to provide public sewer service in Williamson County to Bennington Subdivision, Phase Three, Project No. 06-SL-35. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Walls moved to defer the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Ryman moved to table the motion to defer, which motion was seconded and adopted by a roll call vote. The matter recurred on the motion to adopt, which motion was adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Burch, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Whitmore, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Hodge, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (29); "Noes" Craddock, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, Walls, Summers, Wilhoite, Coleman (9).
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-B, Project No. 05-SL-114B. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Mayor to submit an Annual Update to the Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development programs to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The bill was approved by the Federal Grants Review Committee. 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance adopting the re-codified Code of Laws of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, prepared by the Municipal Code Corporation, containing certain ordinances of a general and permanent nature enacted on or before April 4, 2006. The bill was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance amending Section 3.24.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to authorize the removal of the January 1, 2007 sunset date for the "in-line-of-duty medical treatment network" pilot program. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Burch 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, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (38); "Noes" (0).
An ordinance abandoning a 15' public utility drainage easement that will be replaced by a 20' public utility drainage easement, that is shown on Map 108-12, Parcel 207.00, Project 06-D-0468, Trailwood Subdivision, Lot 42, 1604 Elm Run, and authorizing the execution of the documents to carry out the abandonment (Proposal No. 2006M-141G-14). The bill was approved by Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Brown moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (38); "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 indefinite deferment. Mr. Hart moved to defer the resolution indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Vice Mayor to establish a task force to examine illegal immigration issues in Nashville and to make a recommendation to the Council regarding actions that should be taken on the federal, state and local level. The Rules-Confirmation-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Isabel moved to defer the resolution to the first meeting in February, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Mayor, the Department of Public Works, and the Board of Parks and Recreation to take the action necessary to convert the former Bordeaux sanitary landfill site into a park or wildlife refuge. The resolution was approved by the Public Works and Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (37); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to introduce and enact the necessary legislation to enable the Metropolitan Council to develop and implement a public campaign financing plan. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Summers moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to propose an amendment to the Tennessee Constitution to provide for a state-wide election lottery and to allow local governments to implement their own election lotteries. The resolution was not approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Wallace moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and failed by the following vote: "Ayes" Hart, White, Loring, Wallace (4); "Noes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Isabel, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, Page, Greer, Hausser, Walls, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (27); "Abstaining" Gilmore, Hunt, Whitmore, Coleman (4).
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Board of Public Education to limit salary increases for the Director of Schools and senior staff to the same percentage increase teachers receive. The Education Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Summers moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
RESOLUTION NO. RS2006-1700
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Board of Health to decrease the light-duty motor vehicle emission inspection fee from $10.00 to $8.00. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Tygard offered a substitute resolution and moved that it be accepted for filing and no objection was made.
SUBSTITUTE RESOLUTION NO. RS2006-1700
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Board of Health to consider decreasing the light-duty motor vehicle emission inspection fee to an amount not to exceed what is needed to recover the Metropolitan Government's costs for implementation and operation of the emission inspection program. The substitute resolution was approved by the Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committee. Mr. Tygard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0).
A resolution requesting the Tennessee General Assembly to retain the existing Open Meetings Act provisions applicable to local boards of education. The resolution was approved by the Education Committee. Ms. Tucker 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 to implement a gun buy-back program in Nashville and Davidson County. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Wallace moved to suspend the rules to allow the resolution to be heard. Objection was made by Mr. Duvall and the rules were not suspended. Pursuant to Rule 28 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council, the resolution was deferred.
A resolution expressing the Metropolitan Council's support for state legislation renaming a portion of Metrocenter Boulevard and 8th Avenue North as "Rosa L. Parks Boulevard." 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (36); "Noes" (0); "Abstaining" Adkins (1).
Mr. Wallace requested a suspension of the rules for consideration of a late resolution, and no objection was made.
A resolution requesting the United States Postal Service not to relocate post office box customers from Broadway Station to Church Street Station. Mr. Wallace moved to adopt the resolution and to have the action of the Council serve as a recommendation of the Committee of the Whole, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: "Ayes" Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Gotto, Burch, Page, Greer, Hausser, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (33); "Noes" (0).
Upon
motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.