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MinutesMetropolitan Council Meeting |
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 Michael Craddock.
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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard and President Gentry (40); Absent: Crafton (1).
The Minutes of the regular meeting of April 3, 2007, were approved.
- MOTION TO RECONSIDER -
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by amending a portion of the Planned Unit Development district located at 7727, 7739, 7745 Old Harding Pike, 8020, 8024, 8036 Highway 100, Old Harding Pike (unnumbered), and Highway 100 (unnumbered), previously approved for 74 townhomes, 26,700 square feet of office/library, 87,900 square feet of retail/restaurant/bank uses, and to amend by allowing for 101,677 square feet of retail/restaurant/bank uses, 20,000 square feet of office, and to allow for a new ingress/egress along Highway 100, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2005P-008G-06). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission and approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Upon motion previously made and duly seconded, the vote to reconsider BL2007-1340 was taken and passed by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (34); “Noes” (0); “Abstaining” Gilmore (1).
- COMMITTEE REPORTS ON MATTERS OTHER THAN LEGISLATION -
Rule No. 8.
Amending by adding the following new paragraph:
“Members of Council shall be limited to filing no more than one memorializing resolution, resolution requesting
information, or similar resolution that is not binding legislation during each quarter of the calendar year.”
The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment. At the request of the sponsor, the amendment was deferred to the second meeting in May.
Rule No. 25
Amending by deleting the last three sentences of the Rule and substituting in lieu thereof the following new sentences:
“Announcements, extraordinary matters, and the presentation of memorializing and congratulatory resolutions
shall be held thirty (30) minutes prior to all regularly scheduled Council meetings. The president pro tempore
or his/her designee shall preside over such matters. No presentation of memorializing or congratulatory
resolutions shall be conducted during a regularly scheduled meeting of the Council.”
The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee approved the amendment. Mr. Gotto moved to adopt the amendment, which motion was seconded and failed by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Dread, Craddock, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, Summers, Foster, Alexander, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (17); “Noes” Tucker, Briley, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Burch, Page, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Wilhoite, Toler, Williams (21); “Abstaining” Pepper.
Adding the following new rule:
“When, at a Council meeting, the Council receives a message from the Mayor that the Mayor has vetoed
an ordinance passed upon three (3) readings by the Council or a resolution passed upon one (1) reading
of the Council, no motion to override such veto shall be in order during such meeting. Neither shall a
motion to override such a veto be in order during the first Council meeting of an odd month.
When a motion to override a mayoral veto is made and seconded, such motion shall be a debatable motion
and shall not be subject to a motion to table. No motion calling the previous question shall be in order until
the proponents and opponents shall have been allowed a total of thirty (30) minutes of debate except that
such a motion shall be in order if, before the mandated period of debate is concluded, all members desiring
to speak have spoken and no other member seeks recognition to speak.”
The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee approved the amendment. Mr. Foster moved to adopt the amendment, which motion was seconded and failed by the following vote: “Ayes” Neighbors, Tucker, Dread, Gilmore, Hart, Forkum, Burch, Greer, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Tygard (23); “Noes” Dozier, Briley, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring (13); “Abstaining” Page.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Action Commission
Appointment of Ms. Jennifer Cole for a term expiring March 6, 2010. 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 with Mr. Cole “Abstaining.”
Appointment of Dr. LaVoneia Steele for a term expiring February 2, 2010. Dr. Steele will serve as the labor representative. 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.
Civil Service Commission
Reappointment of Ms. D. Billye Sanders for a term expiring March 31, 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.
Fair Board
Reappointment of Mr. Alex Joyce for a term expiring April 6, 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.
Board of Parks and Recreation
Appointment of Mr. James Lawson for a term expiring April 30, 2012. 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.
Public Library Board
Reappointment of Mr. Michael J. Schoenfeld for a term expiring April 6, 2014. Without objection, the nomination was deferred to May 1, 2007.
Stormwater Management Committee
Appointment of Ms. Elaine Bright for a term expiring February 8, 2011. Ms. Bright will serve as the community-at-large representative. 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.
- RESOLUTIONS–
A resolution approving an application for an Access to Artistic Excellence grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution amending Resolution No. RS2006-1329 regarding the issuance of general obligation bonds. 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000) from the Reserve for Council Community Policing Initiative account of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department to fund the "Metropolitan Police Community Response Teams" to increase community policing. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. Pepper offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Pepper moved to adopt the resolution 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, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving the salary for the Chief Medical Director of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to the Lease Agreement between the Metropolitan Government (“Tenant”) and Meharry Medical College (“Landlord”) for premises for Metropolitan General Hospital. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees with an amendment. Mr. Ryman offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution 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, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a contract between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Health Department, and the State of Tennessee Department of Health, to allow the Metro Health Department access to State birth records to issue birth certificates. 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting 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. Ms. Pepper 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution ratifying and approving a contract by and between Vanderbilt University, School of Nursing, and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, for professional nursing practitioner 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Department of Health to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for adolescent pregnancy prevention 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a contract between AmeriGroup Tennessee, Inc. and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson Country acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health whereby the Metropolitan Board of Health will be a provider of health care services for persons enrolled in the TennCare program. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Hart 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Department of Health to the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by and through the Board of Health, to provide dental services through the Downtown Clinic for the Homeless. 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Department of Health to the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to provide rape prevention education 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Department of Health to the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by and through the Board of Health, to provide school based oral disease prevention 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “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 for buy-out of homes at 4802, 4806, and 4810 Milner Drive and 373 Wimpole Drive located in a repetitively flooded area. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Adkins 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “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 for buy-out of a home at 4808 Milner Drive located in a repetitively flooded area. 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting the Downtown Community Plan: 2007 Update for the Downtown Community and the detailed neighborhood design plans for the Bicentennial Mall, Capitol Hill, Core, East Bank Central, East Bank North, East Bank South, Gulch, Hope Gardens, Lafayette, North Gulch, Public Square, Second and Broadway, Rolling Mill Hill, Rutledge Hill, SoBro, Sulphur Dell, and Upper Broadway neighborhoods, adopted by the Metropolitan Planning Commission on February 22, 2007. The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Jameson moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “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 Young Men’s Christian Association of Middle Tennessee 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $1,500 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 resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Alexander 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “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 Nashville Chamber Orchestra to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Shulman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “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 Humane Association to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Neighbors moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “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 Youth Encouragement Services, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Tucker 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $6,000 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation for the purchase of baseball equipment. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committees. Mr. Coleman 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $7,000 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency for the purchase of an electronic sign for the James A. Cayce Homes. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee with an amendment. Mr. Jameson offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Jameson moved to adopt the resolution 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, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams (38); “Noes” (0); “Abstaining” Tygard (1).
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 Senior Citizens, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Craddock moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $12,790 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation for improvements to the Harpeth River Greenway System. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committees. 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $13,000 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to Isaac Litton Alumni Association, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Hart 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $13,750 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 resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Tucker 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $24,000 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Metropolitan Transit Authority for the purchase of four bus shelters. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Transportation and Aviation 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $27,000 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to Discover Madison, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Hart 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $30,250 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Metropolitan Police Department. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees with an amendment. Mr. Alexander offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Alexander moved to adopt the resolution 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, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $51,750 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to Ladies’ Hermitage Association to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Gotto 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $95,083 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to Nashville Alliance For Public Education, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee with an amendment. Mr. Cole offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Cole moved to adopt the resolution 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, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claims of Glen Scrivens and Tennessee Farmers Mutual Insurance Company against 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
Without objection, the rules were suspended for consideration of five (5) late resolutions.
A resolution appropriating $48,750 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation for improvements to the Richland Creek Greenway system. The resolution was approved by the Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committee. Mr. Summers 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $17,234 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to Nashville Alliance For Public Education, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. The resolution was approved by the Education Committee. Ms. Wilhoite 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $1,945 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Historical Commission to purchase an historical marker for the First Baptist Church – East Nashville. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Jameson moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating $20,000 from the Reserve Council Infrastructure Program, Nonprofit Grants and Council Initiatives Account of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation to provide the matching funds for a Tennessee Department of Transportation grant and for improvements to St. Bernard’s Park. Ms. Pepper 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (38); “Noes” (0); “Abstaining” Adkins (1).
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 the Davidson County Rescue Squad, Inc. to provide partial funding for its program services. Mr. Dozier moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
- BILL ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING –
An ordinance amending Chapter 5.04 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to procedure for submitting grant applications that must be approved by the Metropolitan Council. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING –
An ordinance amending Section 16.12.130 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to allow the installation of plumbing fixtures designed to reduce or eliminate water consumption. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market and Public Works Committees recommended indefinite deferment. Mr. Jameson moved to defer the bill indefinitely, 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 AR2a to SP zoning property located at 1160 Barnes Road, approximately 1,380 feet east of Barnes Cove Drive (19.33 acres), to permit the development of 77 single-family homes, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005SP-139G-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Toler moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 16 of the Metropolitan Code regarding sustainable building design standards for new and renovated Metropolitan Government buildings and facilities. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees; the Budget and Finance Committee approved a substitute bill. Mr. Briley moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Pursuant to Rule 22 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council, the bill is deferred indefinitely.
An ordinance amending Title 2 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to implement standards of conduct for Metropolitan Government elected officials, employees, and members of boards and commissions. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Gotto moved to suspend the rules to override the committee recommendation and to consider the bill at this time; Mr. Adkins objected and the rules were not suspended. Mr. Cole offered Amendment No. 2 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Cole moved to defer the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 15.64 of the Metropolitan Code, Stormwater Management, to prohibit certain activities involving the disposal or use of excavated fill material that occur within the drainage area of a Class II designated Scenic River under The Tennessee Scenic Rivers Act of 1968. The Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Cole moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 10.32 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative to informing and protecting the public upon the spraying of airborne pesticides by the Metropolitan Department of Health to control mosquitoes and other pests. The Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees recommended deferment. Ms. Gilmore moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving and authorizing the Director of Public Property, or his designee, to accept the donation of a parcel of property from Nashville Area Habitat for Humanity, Inc., for use as part of the parks system (Proposal No. 2007M-017U-12). 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. Adkins moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 11.26 of the Metropolitan Code to require property owners to remove graffiti from their property. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees recommended deferment. Ms. Wilhoite moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 16.24.330 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the parking and storage of antique motor vehicles. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Whitmore 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 6.72 of the Metropolitan Code to require drivers of vehicles for hire to provide proof of CPR certification prior to obtaining a driver’s permit from the Transportation Licensing Commission. The bill was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee with an amendment. Mr. Dread offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Dread moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended and refer the bill to the Transportation & Aviation Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Burkitt Place Development LLC, to provide public sewer service in Davidson and Williamson County to Burkitt Place Phase 2-C, Project No. 06-SL-68. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Toler moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. BL2007-1404
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 the right-of-way for Alley #566 from Warren Street to Alley #565 (Proposal No. 2006M-019U-09). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works 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.
- BILLS ON THIRD READING –
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to RM15 zoning property located at 8921 Collins Road, approximately 275 feet west of Collinswood Drive (2.5 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-130G-06). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission and approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Tygard moved to defer the bill on third reading, the bill being requested by A. W. Chaffin, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 17.16.160 of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, by replacing the special exception standards for Historic Homes Events with new standards, all of which is more specifically described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-170T). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Summers moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, by creating a passive park as a new recreational land use, by providing that passive parks be permitted by right in non-residential districts and be permitted by special exception in residential districts, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-196T). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission and approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Ms. Williams moved to defer the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection Bill Nos. BL2007-1346 and BL2007-1347 were considered together.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by making applicable the provisions of a Planned Unit Development property located at 2911 Stokers Lane (2.71 acres) to permit a 32-unit assisted-living facility, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007P-001U-03). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS10 to RM4 zoning property located at 2911 Stokers Lane (2.71 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007Z-016U-03). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee.
Mr. Isabel moved to pass the bills on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “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 amending a portion of the Urban Design Overlay district located in the Green Hills commercial area along Hillsboro Drive, Bandywood Drive, portions of Hillsboro Pike, Abbott Martin Road, Hillsboro Circle, Hobbs Road, Richard Jones Road, and Warfield Drive, to require the on-site sign provisions of the UDO to become mandatory for any change in signage (new tenant, new sign face or any type of sign change), all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2002UD-001U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Shulman moved to defer the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council
BILL NO. BL2007-1364
An ordinance amending Chapters 17.04, 17.08, 17.16, 17.36, and 17.40 of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, pertaining to the regulation of the historic bed and breakfast homestay and historic home event uses, all of which is more specifically described herein (Proposal No. 2007Z-032T). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Evans offered a substitute bill and moved that it be accepted for filing, which motion was seconded by a voice vote of the Council.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2007-1364
An ordinance amending Chapters 17.04, 17.08, 17.16, 17.36, and 17.40 of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, pertaining to the regulation of the historic bed and breakfast homestay and historic home event uses, all of which is more specifically described herein (Proposal No. 2007Z-032T). The Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee recommended deferment. Petitions were filed in support of the substitute bill. Mr. Evans moved to defer the substitute bill, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 17.32.050 of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, to allow signs with lights or illuminations that flash, move, rotate, scintillate, blink, flicker or vary in intensity or color within the CL zoning district, all of which is more specifically described herein (Proposal No. 2007Z-033T). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission and approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Brown moved to defer the bill on third reading which further questions are addressed and an amendment is drafted, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 13 of the Metropolitan Code to create a new Chapter 13.18 pertaining to the regulation of newsracks within the public right-of-way. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Wallace moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Tucker, Dread, Gilmore, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Pepper, Wallace, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Alexander, Wilhoite, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (27); “Noes” Briley, Isabel, Walls, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Hodge, Toler (8); “Abstaining” Dozier, Neighbors, Ryman, Greer (4).
An ordinance amending Title 16 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to adopt the 2006 International Residential Code for One and Two-Family Dwellings. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee. 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance naming the roundabout right-of-way, located at the intersection of Division Street, 16th Avenue South, Music Square East, and Demonbreun Street, “Buddy Killen Circle” (Proposal No. 2007M-019U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking 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, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance amending Sections 6.100.040 and 6.100.060 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to Pawnbrokers, Secondhand Dealers and Junk Dealers located in the Urban Services District. The bill was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee. Mr. Walls 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance amending Titles 2, 10 and 16 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to adopt the 2006 Fire Code, Building Code, Energy Code, Gas/Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, and amendments thereto. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee. 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance requiring Metropolitan Government departments, agencies, boards and commissions to respond to requests for information from Members of the Metropolitan Council within thirty days. The bill was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. 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, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance authorizing the Director of Public Property, or his designee, to accept and record easements in favor of the Metropolitan Government on certain parcels of property for use in the Harpeth River and Cumberland River greenway systems (Proposal No. 2007M-018G-06). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility and Planning, Zoning and Historical 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, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “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 right-of-way and easement for Alley Number 627 (Proposal No. 2006M-216U-08). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Whitmore requested a suspension of the rules for consideration of an amendment on third reading, and no objection was made. Mr. Whitmore offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Whitmore 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, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
- MEMORIALIZING RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to introduce and enact the necessary legislation to require metal recycling businesses and scrap metal dealers to maintain a record of transaction whenever copper materials are purchased from individuals, and to require proof of identification from the seller and the origin of the materials. The resolution was approved by the Public Works Committee. In the absence of the sponsor, the resolution was deferred.
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department to implement a gun buy-back program in Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee. Mr. Wallace moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote:
“Ayes” Briley, Dread, Isabel, Hunt, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, White, Loring, Page, Pepper, Wallace, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Wilhoite, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (22); “Noes” Walls, Adkins, Hodge, Toler, Duvall (5); “Abstaining” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Gilmore, Craddock, Hart, Forkum, Whitmore (8).
A resolution requesting Mayor Bill Purcell and the Metropolitan Department of Public Works to enforce the existing laws pertaining to unauthorized encroachments within the public right-of-way. The resolution was approved by the Public Works Committee. Mr. Wallace moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, White, Loring, Page, Pepper, Wallace, Evans, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Coleman, Williams, Tygard (22); “Noes” Brown, Walls, Hodge, Toler, Duvall (5); “Abstaining” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Craddock, Ryman, Gotto, Whitmore, Summers, Wilhoite (9).
A resolution requesting the Mayor's Office and the Parks and Recreation Department to place appropriate yellow ribbons in the Public Square as a way to remember the men and women of our Armed Services in conflict overseas. The resolution was approved by the Parks, Library, Recreation and Public Entertainment Facility Committee. Mr. Shulman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution proclaiming the week of April 22 through April 28 as Week of the Young Child 2007. The resolution was approved by the Education Committee. Ms. Neighbors 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, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
Without objection, the rules were suspended to accept one (1) additional late resolution.
A resolution requesting the Mayor's Office and the Parks and Recreation Department to place appropriate ribbons in the Public Square and in other public spaces to acknowledge and cause us to remember the students and faculty members of Virginia Tech killed, wounded, or traumatized by the attacks perpetrated on the Virginia Tech campus on Monday, April 16, 2007. Mr. Isabel moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Dozier, Neighbors, Tucker, Briley, Dread, Gilmore, Isabel, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Hart, Forkum, Ryman, Brown, Gotto, Burch, White, Loring, Page, Greer, Pepper, Wallace, Walls, Whitmore, Evans, Summers, Shulman, Adkins, Foster, Alexander, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Williams, Tygard (39); “Noes” (0).
Ms. Wilhoite requested a suspension of the rules for consideration of an additional late resolution; objection was made and the rules were not suspended.
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.
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