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Minutes Metropolitan Council Meeting |
The Metropolitan Council met in regular session on this date at 6:30 p.m. in the Metropolitan Courthouse.
The invocation was offered by Rabbi Philip Rice of Congregation Micah.
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: Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell and President Neighbors (39); Absent: Cole, Baker (2).
The Minutes of the regular meeting November 6, 2007, were approved.
- COMMITTEE REPORTS ON MATTERS OTHER THAN LEGISLATION -
The following proposed amendments to the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council were distributed and will be considered at the next regular meeting of Council:
Rule 7 of the 2007-2011 Council Rules of Procedure is hereby amended by deleting the existing provisions of the Rule and substituting in lieu thereof the following new provisions:
Each committee may formulate rules for its own operation, provided the rules formulated are not in conflict with
the existing Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council. No committee may meet except at the time stated for
its meeting and noticed to the members of the committee.
Rule 8 of the 2007-2011 Council Rules of Procedure is hereby amended by deleting the phrase:
“may be deferred one meeting”, and substituting in lieu thereof the phrase “shall be deferred one meeting”.
Rule 11 of the 2007-2011 Council Rules of Procedure is hereby amended by adding the following sentence at the end thereof:
The Vice Mayor shall read the caption of a late ordinance or resolution prior to entertaining a motion to suspend
the Rules for purposes of considering the late-filed legislation.
Rule 37 of the 2007-2011 Council Rules of Procedure is hereby amended by adding the following provision at the end of the third numbered paragraph:
The names of the five (5) or more members of Council requesting a roll call vote shall be spread in the Minutes
of the Council Meeting at which the request is made.
Rule 51 of the 2007-2011 Council Rules of Procedure is hereby amended by adding the following provision at the end thereof:
Should any member of Council object to the suspension of the rules, the Vice Mayor shall, upon request of the
member seeking a suspension of the rules, verbally identify the name(s) of the member(s) objecting.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Beer Permit Board
Reappointment of Mr. Gary Brown for a term expiring October 31, 2011. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Reappointment of Ms. Valinda Burks for a term expiring October 31, 2011. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Community Access Television Corporation Board
Reappointment of Mr. Don Hildebrand for a term expiring October 10, 2010. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.
Appointment of Ms. Liz McLaurin for a term expiring October 10, 2010. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Reappointment of Mr. Pat Nolan for a term expiring October 10, 2010. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Appointment of Ms. Deborah Varallo for a term expiring October 10, 2010. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Community Corrections Advisory Board
Reappointment of Mr. David Collins for a term expiring August 31, 2009. Mr. Collins is the nominee of Presiding Judge Mark T. Fishburn. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Electrical Examiners and Appeals Board
Appointment of Mr. D. J. Robertson for a term expiring October 19, 2011. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.
Reappointment of Ms. Pamela Wyatt for a term expiring October 19, 2011. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Board of Fair Commissioners
Appointment of Mr. Ned Horton for a term expiring April 6, 2010. Mr. Horton will complete the unexpired term of Mr. Dean Thompson. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency
Appointment of Mr. Ralph Mosley for a term expiring November 5, 2012. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Public Library Board
Appointment of Ms. Lucy Haynes for a term expiring October 19, 2011. Ms. Haynes will complete the unexpired term of Ms. Alice Randall. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Public Records Commission
Reappointment of Councilman Sam Coleman for a term expiring August 31, 2011. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Reappointment of Mr. Larry McClanahan for a term expiring August 31, 2011. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board
Appointment of Mr. Brock Parks for a term expiring October 7, 2009. Mr. Parks will complete the unexpired term of Mr. James Todd. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Social Services Commission
Appointment of Dr. Frank Boehm for a term expiring April 3, 2009. Dr. Boehm will complete the unexpired term of Mr. Leonard Bradley. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Appointment of Mr. Howard Gentry for a term expiring July 20, 2009. Mr. Gentry will complete the unexpired term of Mr. Jose Gonzalez. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Appointment of Ms. Mary Kate Mouser for a term expiring April 3, 2011. Mr. Gentry will complete the unexpired term of Ms. Linda Mattson. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Appointment of Bishop George W. Price, Jr. for a term expiring April 3, 2009. Bishop Price will complete the unexpired term of Mr. Glenn Carter. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Tourism and Convention Commission
Appointment of Mr. Hank Locklin for a term expiring June 30, 2009. Mr. Locklin will complete the unexpired term of Mr. Dan Tyler. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Ryman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution accepting a grant between the State of Tennessee, Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the provision of Juvenile Accountability Incentive Block Grant Program Services. 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” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Finance and Administration, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the State Trial Courts project to give treatment to methamphetamine abusers. 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” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an application for a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by and through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, for the construction of recreation trails to connect Opry Mills to the Cumberland River Greenway. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library and Recreation Committees. Mr. Foster moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement by and between the State of Tennessee, Property Utilization Division, and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, for acceptance of equipment to be utilized by the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department’s Drill and Ceremony Team. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Craddock moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution to appropriate grant funds from the State of Tennessee to the Metropolitan Action Commission for programs to increase awareness of poverty issues and to assist low income families. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a clinical affiliation agreement between Tennessee State University and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by and through the Metropolitan Department of Health Dental Clinic, to provide externship experience to students enrolled in the Dental Hygiene Degree completion program. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Maynard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a contract by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, and the United Way of Metropolitan Nashville to arrange assistance in the planning, development and delivery of services for minority individuals affected and infected with HIV/AIDS. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Maynard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0); “Abstaining” Todd (1).
A resolution approving an amendment to a grant from the Saint Thomas Health Services Fund to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to coordinate behavioral health services for uninsured and underinsured persons. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Maynard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health for air pollution control. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Maynard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Health to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan 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. Mr. Maynard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Health, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Health Department, to provide funding for Project Diabetes implementation activities in Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committee. Mr. Maynard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an amendment to a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Health, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Department of Health, to provide sexually transmitted disease services and HIV/AIDs prevention and surveillance. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Maynard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a State Aid Contract from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the resurfacing of Stewarts Ferry Pike, Project No. 19-125-8405-04. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Ms. Evans moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Environment and Conservation, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the operation and maintenance of a household hazardous waste collection facility. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Ms. Evans moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Government to enter into an interlocal agreement with the City of LaVergne to transport wastewater flow from parcels of land in Davidson County through the City of LaVergne’s sewer system back into Metropolitan Government’s sewer system. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an agreement with the City of Oak Hill to provide the planning, construction, and maintaining of the streets and roads within the boundaries of the City of Oak Hill, except those highways presently controlled by the State of Tennessee and/or the United States of America. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Ms. Evans moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a grant contract for a Fast Track Infrastructure Development Program from the State of Tennessee, Department of Economic and Community Development to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “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 Interstate 40 at 28th Avenue and Jefferson Street in North Nashville. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Maynard moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Police Department, for the Governor’s Highway Safety Grant for an enhanced DUI enforcement initiative. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing Access Fiber Group, Inc. to install, construct and maintain fiber optic cable as an aerial encroachment along an existing pole line within Davidson County (Proposal No. 2007M-210). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Maynard moved to defer the resolution to the second meeting in December so that the Councilmembers in all impacted districts could be involved in the discussions, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the personal injury claims of Deanna Covington and Jayson Covington against the Metropolitan Government for the amount of $15,000.00, and directing that this amount be paid from the Self-Insured Liability Fund. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Steine moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claim of Amanda Hamilton against The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee with an amendment. Mr. Steine offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claim of Michael McDaniel against The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee with an amendment. Mr. Steine offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the recovery claim of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County against Abdinoor Ido. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the recovery claim of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County against Cynthia Jackson. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee with an amendment. Mr. Steine offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claims of Randolph Kinzer, Mona Lisa Kinzer, and Medicare against The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the total amount of $55,000.00 and directing that this amount be paid from the Judgments and Losses Fund. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claim of Shanna McMillan against The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for $34,559.30. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the recovery claim of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County against Elizabeth Rich. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the recovery claim of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County against Jason Sims. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance amending Section 7.08.140 of the Metropolitan Code to prohibit the sale of single cans or bottles of beer by off-sale permit holders. Ms. Gilmore moved to defer the bill indefinitely for additional research on the proposal, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 12 of Article 11 of the Metropolitan Code to prohibit aggressive panhandling and certain other panhandling activities. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with BK Partners to provide public sewer service in Davidson County to Pennington Towers Outfall-Holiday Travel Park Sewage Pumping Station Removal, Project No. 07-SL-113. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Texaco Fueling Station/Market, to provide public sewer service in Williamson County to Haley Industrial Park, Project No. 05-SL-63. 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 acquisition of easements by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially with relation to Project Number 94-SC-5P-1, Boscobel CSO, Overflow Abatement Program, and authorizing the abandonment of a 12” sanitary sewer pipe and easement that will be replaced by a 24” sanitary sewer pipe and easement located at 2009 Sevier Street and 0 Davidson Street (Proposal No. 2007M-075U-5). The bill was approved by Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation for the purpose of acquiring easements for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially with relation to Project Number 06-WL-0080, YMCA/Army Corps Of Engineers Smith Springs, 3677 Burwick Place, and Army Corps of Engineers Parcel Number 90000002105 (Proposal No. 2007M-001U-13). The bill was approved by Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving the disposition of a certain parcel of surplus property located at 217 South 10th Street, by the Director of Public Property Administration held by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (Proposal No. 2007M-193U-5). The bill was approved by Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Health, Hospitals and Social Services, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving the disposition of a certain parcel of surplus property located at 401 Center Street, by the Director of Public Property Administration held by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (Proposal No. 2007M-214G-14 ). The bill was approved by Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Education, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance abandoning easement rights that were retained, that is shown on an unnumbered Alley located between Thompson Lane and Collier Drive and authorizing the execution of the documents to carry out the abandonment (Proposal No. 2007M-191U-11). The bill was approved by Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects located at 218 36th Avenue North, 7109 Centennial Boulevard, 1711 8th Avenue North, 5319 Mt. View Road, 541 and 551 Stewarts Ferry Pike, 1910 Charlotte Avenue, 2905 Parthenon Avenue, 949 T S Jackson Avenue, 3700 Batavia Street, 3074 Sidco Drive, 118 Acklen Park Drive, 4815 Lebanon Pike, 109 South 11th Street, 3810 Central Pike, 1421 Gould Boulevard, 5843 Nolensville Pike, Ann Street, 0 Big East Fork Road, 7236 Centennial Boulevard, 3431 Percy Priest Drive, 243 Venture Circle, 201 Great Circle Road, 2901 Dickerson Pike, 1518 4th Avenue South, 3721 Murfreesboro Pike, and 3400 Briley Park Boulevard North. The bill was approved by Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of a certain easement described in the plans for Anna L. Reeves Stormwater Project. No. 04-D-00739, Glenrose Avenue, 94, 102 B, 102, 104, 106, 108, 112, 212, 214, 216, 218, 220, 222, 224, 228, 232, and 0 Glenrose Avenue and 0 Foster Avenue (Proposal No. 2007M-103U-11). The bill was approved by Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by abandoning the right-of-way and easement for a portion of Battery Place (Proposal No. 2007M-161U-10). The bill was approved by Planning Commission and Traffic and Parking Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance adopting the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (Proposal No. 2007M-209). The bill was approved by Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
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An ordinance amending Chapter 6.80 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the “booting” of vehicles within the area of the Metropolitan Government. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended indefinite deferment. Ms. Page moved to defer the bill indefinitely, 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 Alley Number 222 right-of-way (Proposal No. 2007M-162U-08). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to pass the bill on 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 a portion of Alley Number 1219 right-of-way from Georgia Avenue to Delaware Avenue (Proposal Number 2005M-185U-07). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. At the request of the sponsor, Mr. Ryman moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance repealing Ordinance No. BL2007-1451, as amended. The bill was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Ryman moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 5.04.075 of the Metropolitan Code to exempt nonprofit organizations receiving grant funds through the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission from the additional reporting requirements regarding the use of funds. The bill was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 16.24.340 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding the boarding of vacant property. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee 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 approving a lease agreement between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Nashville Career Advancement Center and Legends Properties, LLC for the lease of office space for the Wilson County NCAC Program (Proposal No. 2007M-148). The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance, Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving and authorizing the Director of Public Property, or his designee, to accept the donation of real property (known as Map 47, Parcel 115 and a portion of Parcel 113) from Mary Lee Proctor O’Neil and Catherine Proctor Grose, for use as part of the parks system (Proposal No. 2007M-192G-3). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Budget and Finance; Parks, Library and Recreation and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Matthews moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by renaming Heartdale Place as “Barbara Lynn Way”, and by renaming Trailway Drive as “Lauren Evelyn Way” (Proposal No. 2007M-173G-2). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; Emergency Communications District Board; Public Works; Traffic and Parking; and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Hunt moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan 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. Ms. Langster moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 15.68.020 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the installation of private fire hydrants.
The bill was approved by the Public Works Committee. Mr. Forkum moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance establishing a program for the purpose of providing assistance to low-income elderly residents of the Metropolitan Government for the fiscal year 2007-2008. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving the disposition of a certain parcel of surplus property located at 4186 Dodson Chapel Road, by the Director of Public Property Administration held by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (Proposal No. 2007M-128G-14). The bill was approved by Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Education and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Evans moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Burkitt Place Development LLC, to provide public sewer service in Davidson and Williamson County to Burkitt Place Phase 2A, 2B & 2G, Project Nos. 06-SL-67 and 06-SL-71. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Toler moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Ken Kelley Property to provide public sewer service in Williamson County to Ken Kelley Property Project No. 07-SL-143. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation or condemnation for the purpose of acquiring easements for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially with relation to Project No. 07-SG-0149, Sanitarium Road Sewer Extension, 139, 135, 133, 136, 132, 131, 130, 129, 127, 128, 125, and 123 Sanitarium Road; 1515 Sutherland Drive; and 1120 Cheyenne Boulevard (Proposal No. 2007M-174G-4). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Forkum moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation and acceptance for the purpose of acquiring easements, pumps and appurtenances for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially with relation to grinder pumps located at 107 Edgebrook Road; 2225 Kayla Drive; 2225, 2217, 2205, 2220, 2221 and 2232 Seven Points Circle; 500, 505, and 501 Pauls Trail; 308 Rachaels Meadow Court; 2165 Christina Court, and 2528 Miami Avenue. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Gotto moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation and acceptance for the purpose of acquiring easements, pumps and appurtenances for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially with relation to grinder pumps located at 5052 John Hager Road; 2213, 2204, 2208, 2212, and 2216 Seven Points Circle; 3828 Leona Pass; 504, 512, and 521 Pauls Trail; 2129, 2173, 2177, 2164, 2148, 2144, 2140, 2104, 2176, and 2168 Christina Court; 304 Rachaels Meadow Court; 2172, 2124, 2112, 2153 and 2140 Christina Court; 1542 Springfield Highway; 2145, 2169, and 2128 Christina Court. . The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Gotto moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation for the purpose of acquiring easements for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially with relation to Project Number 06-WG-0094, Cumberland-Roxborough located on Corps of Engineers property (Proposal No. 2007M-130G-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Gotto moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property in fee simple, by negotiation or condemnation, required to construct a public project of the Metropolitan Government relative to Project Number 03-SC-136A, Barker Road Equalization Tanks, 1130 Visco Drive (Proposal No. 2007M-038U-11). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects located at 106 Kenner Avenue, 4601 Ashland City Highway, 7305 Sonya Drive, 520 Cowan Street, 230 Rudy Circle, 558 Bell Road, 421 and 501 Forest Park Road, 247 Old Hickory Boulevard, Armory Drive, 511 Chesterfield Avenue, 14346 Old Hickory Boulevard; 2927 Brick Church Pike, 106 28th Avenue North, 0 and 1654 Elm Hill Pike; 72, 0, and 84 Hermitage Avenue; 2518 Una Antioch Pike, 5995 Cane Ridge Road, 1040 Cornelia Street, and 4106 B Hillsboro Pike. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Harrison moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects located at 4871 and 4874 Shasta Drive; 4009 Vailwood Drive; 4005, 4009, 4014 Skyline Drive; 744 Greymont Drive; 1601, 1603 Northview Avenue; 1601 and 1608 Emerson Street; and 1607 Cahal Avenue. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects located at 3620 and 3624 Brighton Road, Project No. 07-D-0001, Brighton Road (Proposal No. 2007M-010U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance abandoning and acceptance of an 8” sanitary sewer line and easement that will be replaced by an 8” sanitary sewer line, that is shown on Map 026, Parcels 40, 41, 42, 53, & 166, Project 07-SL-0018, Wal-Mart Expansion, 132 Liberty Lane, 122 Liberty Lane, 2232 Gallatin Pike, and 2240 Gallatin Pike and authorizing the execution of the documents to carry out the abandonment (Proposal No. 2007M-105G-4). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Ryman moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance abandoning a public utility easement located at Alley # 1894 and authorizing the execution of any documents necessary to carry out the abandonment (Proposal No. 2007M-068U-11). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Evans moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. BL2007-62
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by abandoning the right-of-way of Alley No. 287 from Shelby Avenue to Alley No. 264 (Proposal No. 2007M-180U-05). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Jameson moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
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An ordinance authorizing Tennessee Independent Telecommunications Group, LLC d/b/a Iris Networks, to construct, install, and maintain fiber optic cable within Davidson County, Tennessee, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2007M-154). 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” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “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 Lakeland Court (Proposal No. 2007M-126U-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Claiborne moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “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 previously approved SP district on property located at 205 South 10th Street, southeast corner of Russell Street and South 10th Street and within the Lockeland Springs-East End Neighborhood Conservation Overlay district, (.89 acres), to permit a total of 54,000 square feet containing 3 retail units and 44 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-084U-05). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Jameson moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from Office/Residential (OR20) to Specific Plan (SP) zoning property located at 429 Veritas Street (0.34 acres) for development plan and final site plan approval to permit the existing 2,800 square foot building to be used for one single-family dwelling, general office, or light manufacturing/general retail to permit one upholstery shop only, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-126U-11). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Ms. Page moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from CS to SP zoning properties located at 304, 306 and 308 White Bridge Pike, approximately 120 feet north of Burgess Avenue (0.38 acres), to permit a 2,400 square foot car wash facility, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-159U-07). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Holleman moved to defer the bill on third reading while a community meeting is held, the bill being requested by Dale and Associates, 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 amending a portion of the Planned Unit Development Overlay District on property located at 4148 Clarksville Pike, at the southeast corner of Clarksville Pike and Kings Lane, (4.05 acres), zoned CL, to permit the development of a 30,521 square foot recreation center (family life center) and 9,600 square feet of office uses, replacing retail uses, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 89P-030U-03). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Matthews moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0); “Abstaining” Maynard (1).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from CS to SP zoning and for final site development approval for property located at 1510 Lebanon Pike, approximately 200 feet east of Spence Lane (1.77 acres), to permit automobile convenience, vehicular rental/leasing, vehicular sales and service, limited, and all other uses permitted by the CS zoning district, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-155U-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Claiborne offered Amendment No.1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Claiborne moved to pass the bill on third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing CN and RS5 to SP zoning properties located at 927, 929, 1001, and 1003 Lischey Avenue, on the east side of Lischey Avenue at Vernon Winfrey Avenue (0.74 acres), to permit 6 single-family homes, 3 townhome units, and a 2-story mixed-use building, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-162U-05). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Ms. Murray offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Murray moved to pass the bill on third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing R10 to SP zoning property located at 942 Riverside Drive, approximately 140 feet south of Rosebank Avenue (0.58 acres), to permit the development of 3 new, attached, single-family townhomes and to retain 1 existing single-family home, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-118U-05). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Jameson offered Amendment Nos. 1 and No. 2 and moved for their adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Jameson moved to pass the bill on third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing RS7.5 and CS to SP zoning on 88 properties abutting Myatt Drive from State Route 45 (Old Hickory Boulevard) to Anderson Lane and abutting Anderson Lane from May Drive to Rio Vista Drive (33.19 acres), to permit mixed uses along Myatt Drive, and mixed uses and mixed housing types along Anderson Lane, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-165G-04). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Forkum offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Forkum moved to pass the bill on third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing RS20 to SP zoning properties located at 1170 Dickerson Pike and Dickerson Pike (unnumbered), approximately 1,590 feet east of W. Campbell Road (3.23 acres), to permit 13,400 square feet of commercial sales and services uses in three buildings totaling 13,400 square feet, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-147G-02). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. 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 pass the bill on third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R20 to RM2 property located at 1083 Old Dickerson Pike, approximately 1,020 feet north of Fontaine Drive and terminus of Genelle Drive, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007Z-160U-02). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Ryman moved to withdraw the bill, at the request of applicant Stan Bradley, RSB, Inc., which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. BL2007-24
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 CS to SP zoning a portion of property located at 4201 Hurricane Boulevard, at the southwest corner of Murfreesboro Pike and Hurricane Creek Boulevard (1.0 acres), to permit a car wash facility, and all other uses permitted by the CS zoning district, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-163U-13). Mr. Coleman offered a substitute bill and moved that it be accepted for filing and no objection was made.
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 CS to SP zoning a portion of property located at 4201 Hurricane Boulevard, at the southwest corner of Murfreesboro Pike and Hurricane Creek Boulevard (1.0 acres), to permit a car wash facility, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-163U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Coleman moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
BILL NO. BL2007-25
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 SP zoning a portion of property located at 1500 Old Hickory Boulevard, approximately 485 feet west of Brick Church Pike (3.59 acres), to permit a 49,700 square foot assisted-living facility with 69 units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-146G-02). Mr. Hunt offered a substitute bill and moved that it be accepted for filing and no objection was made.
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 SP zoning a portion of property located at 1500 Old Hickory Boulevard, approximately 485 feet west of Brick Church Pike (3.89 acres), to permit a 49,700 square foot assisted-living facility with 69 units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-146G-02). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Hunt moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to SP zoning properties located at Bell Road (unnumbered), at the southeast corner of Old Hickory Boulevard and Bell Road (6.34 acres), to permit a 2-story, 31,200 square foot business school, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-156U-12). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Coleman moved to defer the bill on third reading while conditions are being finalized, bill being requested by Ragan-Smith Associates, 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 a portion of property from AR2a to IWD at 12848 Old Hickory Boulevard, approximately 1,790 feet south of Old Franklin Road, (.22 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007Z-161G-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Coleman moved to defer the bill on third reading, the bill being requested by Wamble and Associates, 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 IR, IWD, and RS7.5 to CS zoning properties located at 700 Edenwold Road and Edenwold Road (unnumbered), approximately 1,370 feet east of Gallatin Pike (46.93 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007Z-152G-04). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Ryman moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, zoning regulations, by amending the 31st Avenue/Long Boulevard Urban Design Overlay (UDO) district, to establish parking locations, maximum raised foundation heights for particular building types, maximum building heights in feet and stories, and permitted roof types, and to clarify when architectural treatment standards apply and establish additional stormwater management requirements all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2005UD-006U-10). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Ms. Langster moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from CS to MUL zoning property located at 1515 Lebanon Pike, southeast corner of Lebanon Pike and Spence Lane (1.5 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2006Z-058U-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Claiborne moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to SP zoning properties located at 3781, 3791, 3799, and 3803 Pin Hook Road and Pin Hook Road (unnumbered), approximately 2,430 feet west of LaVergne Couchville Pike (19.29 acres), to permit 42 multi-family units and 57 single-family lots, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-151U-13). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Coleman moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS15 district to RS40 district property located at 818 and 840 Old Lebanon Dirt Road and 6340 and 6344 North New Hope Road, on the west side of North New Hope Road (13.2 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005Z-081G-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Gotto 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 RS7.5 and RS15 to SP properties located at 1209, 1213 Tulip Grove Road, Tulip Grove Road (unnumbered), Valley Grove Drive (unnumbered), approx. 200 feet north of Rockwood Drive (71.69 acres), to permit 340 dwelling units consisting of 159 townhouses, 181 single-family lots, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-150G-14). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission; the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Gotto moved to defer the bill so that an additional community meeting can be held, the bill being requested by Wamble and Associates, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A request to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, to amend the requirements that allow the floor area of parking garage liner buildings fronting a public street or public space to be exempt from the calculation of floor area ratio by establishing different requirements for residential and non-residential uses (Proposal No. 2007Z-169T). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Jameson moved to defer the bill on third reading so that a citation error can be corrected, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- MEMORIALIZING RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to consider tying driving privileges for persons under twenty-one years to progress toward high school graduation. The Education and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Crafton moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the 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. Mr. Jameson moved to defer the resolution for review of the language, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution requesting the Vice Mayor to appoint a task force to make recommendations to the Urban Forester and the Council regarding the appropriate tree bank fee schedule and whether portions of certain commercial property should be exempt when determining the number of trees required to meet the applicable tree density requirements. The resolution was approved by the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee. Mr. Holleman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
A resolution supporting the Employee Free Choice Act. The resolution was approved by the Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committee. Mr. Ryman moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Ryman, Jernigan, Stanley, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Mitchell (26); “Noes” Tygard, Gotto, Burch, Foster, Dominy, Hodge, Duvall (7); “Abstaining” Garrett, Steine, Forkum, Claiborne, Todd (5).
A resolution proclaiming December 15, 2007, as “Homeless Memorial Day” in Nashville, Tennessee. The resolution was approved by the Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committee. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0).
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.