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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 Councilman Jerry Maynard.
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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell and President Neighbors (38); Absent: Burch, Adkins, Duvall (3).
The Minutes of the adjourned meeting June 10, 2008, were approved.
- COMMITTEE REPORTS ON MATTERS OTHER THAN LEGISLATION -
The following proposed amendment to the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council was distributed and will be considered at the next regular meeting of Council:
Rule 13 of the 2007-2011 Rules of Procedure of the Council of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County is hereby amended by adding the following new paragraph:
“Nothing in this rule shall preclude Members of Council from requesting the Metropolitan Clerk to send Council meeting agendas by electronic mail rather than U.S. mail. Members of Council desiring to receive all agendas by electronic mail shall make their request known to the Metropolitan Clerk in writing. The Metropolitan Clerk shall send the agendas by electronic mail to those Members of Council requesting to receive the documents in such a manner not less than two days, excluding Saturdays and Sundays, before the meeting at which it will be considered.”
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Action Commission
Appointment of Mr. Robert Stockard for a term expiring February 2, 2011. Mr. Stockard will serve as a community representative. 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. Francie Hunt for a term expiring April 6, 2014. Ms. Hunt will fill the unexpired term of Mr. Michael Schoenfeld. 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 providing amendments to the Charter of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, in accordance with Article 19, Section 19.01, and setting forth a brief description of each amendment to be placed on the ballot. The Charter Revision Committee recommended indefinite deferment. Mr. Coleman moved to defer the resolution indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
RESOLUTION NO. RS2008-296
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 Mt. View Road, Project No. 19-960-8405-04. Mr. Cole offered a substitute resolution and moved that it be accepted for filing, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
SUBSTITUTE RESOLUTION NO. RS2008-296
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 Mt. View Road, Project No. 19-960-8405-04. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
RESOLUTION NO. RS2008-297
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 Hamilton Church Road, Project No. 19-960-8407-04. Ms. Wilhoite offered a substitute resolution and moved that it be accepted for filing, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
SUBSTITUTE RESOLUTION NO. RS2008-297
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 Hamilton Church Road, Project No. 19-960-8407-04. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Ms. Wilhoite 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating the amount of $13,740,502.00 from the General Fund Reserve Fund for the purchase of equipment and building repairs for the Department of General Services of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Cole moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution appropriating to certain accounts for the benefit of the Administrative Department, Office of the Trustee, Fire Department, Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA), Community Education, and Public Works in the amount of Four Million One Hundred Forty Eight Thousand One Hundred Dollars ($4,148,100) from designated and undesignated fund balances of the General Fund of the General Services District, increased revenue sources, and from other sources. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance; Education; Public Works; Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages; and Transportation and Aviation Committees. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A Twenty-Third Supplemental Electric System Revenue Bond Resolution supplementing certain resolutions of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by approving certain terms and provisions and ratifying certain actions of the Electric Power Board of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County relating to the issuance of Electric System Revenue Bonds, 2008 Series A and of Electric System Revenue Refunding Bonds, 2008 Series B. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the employment of Jonathan B. Cooper as Special Counsel and Director of the Council Office for the Metropolitan County Council. The resolution was approved by the Executive Committee. Mr. Forkum 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a contract for the continued employment of Donald W. Jones as Special Counsel for the Metropolitan County Council. The resolution was approved by the Executive Committee. Mr. Forkum 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an application for the Arts Build Communities grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Arts Commission, for funding to conduct arts projects. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Administrative Office of the Courts, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the provision of interpreter services for indigent defendants with limited English proficiency. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an application for a State Supplement Juvenile Court Improvement grant from the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Human Services, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Davidson County Juvenile Court, to establish and enforce federal and state mandated child support program guidelines for children born out of wedlock. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, for collection of data on ambient air concentrations for fine particulate matter. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Department of Health to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, for emergency dental services to uninsured adults and for the purchase of equipment to provide these services (No. 343.52-883-08). 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Department of Health to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to provide family support 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “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, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, for the provision of health screening and health services for young adults. 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an application for a grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management, to support port-wide risk management for the Port of Nashville. 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an amendment to a grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management, to complete a Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan to mitigate losses from natural hazards. 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an application for a law enforcement grant from the Target Corporation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to purchase global positioning units and digital cameras for the Hermitage Precinct Flex Unit. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a substitute grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Environment and Conservation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Department of Public Works, for the purpose of collecting and disposing of waste tires. 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claim of Leslie F. Herndon against The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for $11,500.00. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle Mark and Sylvia Young’s claims against the Metropolitan Government for the amount of $251,428.00, and directing that this amount be paid from the Self-Insured Liability Fund. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Cole moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance amending Section 11.28.080 of the Metropolitan Code to allow children found loitering during school hours to be transported to either the Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center or a Truancy Center. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Education and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of the donation of a conservation easement from Hanover Ridge, LLC for use in the greenway system (Proposal No. 2008M-108). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Parks, Library and Recreation and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
BILL NO. BL2008-214
An ordinance amending Chapter 5.16 of the Metropolitan Code to authorize the collection of a forty-five dollar ($45.00) “victims assistance assessment”, and to designate a victims assistance program to receive funds collected through the assessment. Mr. Jameson offered a substitute bill and moved that it be accepted for filing, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2008-214
An ordinance amending Chapter 5.16 of the Metropolitan Code to authorize the collection of a forty-five dollar ($45.00) “victims assistance assessment”, and to designate victims assistance programs to receive funds collected through the assessment. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Jameson moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 16.24.330 of the Metropolitan Code to prohibit the excessive accumulation of wood chips/mulch. The bill was disapproved by the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee. Mr. Stanley moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 10.64.015 of the Metropolitan Code to allow waivers of the sprinkler requirement for group homes that have an adequate safety plan in place. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee recommended indefinite deferment. Mr. Hunt moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with E. Phillips Development, L.L.C., to provide public pressure sewer extension through construction of sewerage pump station and force main for its development at Ravenwood Pumping Station. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Stanley 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 -
Without objection the following three bills were taken out of order.
An ordinance approving an increase in probation supervision fees. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2008-206
An ordinance amending Section 3.08.010 of the Metropolitan Code to include certain officers employed by the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office in the pension plan for members with fire and police credited service. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance, Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Craddock 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to repeal Ordinance No. BL2001-777 in its entirety. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
The regular order of business was resumed at this time.
BILL NO. BL2008-174
A bill to be entitled: The Budget Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee for Fiscal Year 2009. Mr. Cole offered a substitute bill and moved that it be accepted for filing and no objection was made.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2008-174
A bill to be entitled: The Budget Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee for Fiscal Year 2009. The substitute ordinance was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance establishing the tax levy in the General Services District for the fiscal year 2008-2009, and declaring the amount required for the Annual Operating Budget of the Urban Services District, pursuant to Section 6.07 of the Metropolitan Charter. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cole 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “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 CS district properties located at 497 and 501 Old Hickory Boulevard, approximately 3,000 feet south of Tolbert Road (7.33 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2008Z-040G-06). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Crafton moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in August, the bill being requested by Lori Moss, 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 introduce and enact the necessary legislation to rename Spring Street “Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard”. The resolution was approved by the Public Works and Traffic and Parking Committees. Ms. Murray 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (36); “Noes” Ryman (1).
A resolution endorsing the National League of Cities’ Council on Youth, Education and Families City Platform for strengthening families and improving outcomes for children and youth as a blueprint for the Nashville community, and requesting the Mayor’s Office of Children and Youth to conduct an inventory of existing resources. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.