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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 Pastor Steven Meriwether of Immanuel Baptist Church.
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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell and President Neighbors (41); Absent: (0).
The Minutes of the regular meeting of December 2, 2008, were approved.
- COMMITTEE REPORTS ON MATTERS OTHER THAN LEGISLATION -
The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment of the following proposed amendment to the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council.
Rule 20 of the 2007-2011 Rules of Procedure of the Council of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (as amended) shall be and the same is hereby amended by deleting the second sentence of the Rule in its entirety and substituting in lieu thereof the following new second sentence:
“The Metropolitan Clerk shall advertise such ordinance for public hearing and second reading; however, no public hearing shall be held by the Council until either (a) the recommendation of the Planning Commission has been submitted to the Metropolitan Clerk; or (b) one or both of the following has occurred: (1) at least thirty (30) days has elapsed from the date of referral to the Planning Commission without a recommendation; or (2) the Planning Commission deferred action of the ordinance for the specific purpose of obtaining more information regarding the substance and impact of the legislation.”
Mr. Gotto moved to defer the proposed amendment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Hospital Authority
Reappointment of Mr. Waverly D. Crenshaw, Jr. for a term expiring November 4, 2013. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Harrison moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution appropriating the amount of $73,000.00 from the General Fund Reserve Fund for the purchase of equipment and building repairs for the Juvenile Court of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Forkum moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating the amount of $100,000.00 from the General Fund Reserve Fund for the purchase of equipment and building repairs for the Department of Health of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating the amount of $726,000.00 from the General Fund Reserve Fund for the purchase of equipment and building repairs for the Information Technology Services Department of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Forkum moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0); “Abstaining” Durbin (1).
A resolution appropriating the amount of $750,000.00 from the General Fund Reserve Fund for the purchase of equipment and building repairs for the Parks and Recreation Department of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library and Recreation Committees. 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating the amount of $500,000.00 from the General Fund Reserve Fund for the purchase of equipment and building repairs for the Nashville Fire Department of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating the amount of $500,000.00 from the General Fund Reserve Fund for the purchase of equipment and building repairs for the Nashville Police Department of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating the amount of $1,000,000.00 from the General Fund Reserve Fund for the purchase of equipment and building repairs for the Nashville Public Library of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library and Recreation Committees. 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating the amount of $375,000.00 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 resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Forkum moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating to certain accounts for the benefit of the Election Commission in the amount of Two Hundred Seventy Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Dollars ($277,900) from undesignated fund balances of the General Fund of the General Services District. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committees. Mr. Forkum moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Tygard, Harrison, Craddock, Murray, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Baker, Crafton, Foster, Dominy, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall (18); “Noes” Maynard (1); “Abstaining” Garrett, Barry, Steine, Matthews, Hunt, Jameson, Cole, Jernigan, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Wilhoite, Toler, Todd, Mitchell (21).
A resolution accepting a grant from the American Legacy Foundation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to target socio-economically disadvantaged adult smokers and their families to encourage smoke-free environments. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Durbin 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an Amendment to an Intergovernmental Service Agreement between the United States Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “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 Nashville Sheriff’s Department, to support DUI arrests by creating a mobile booking station. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. Bennett 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting an Arts Build Communities grant from the State of Tennessee, Tennessee Arts Commission, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Arts Commission, for funds to re-grant to non-profit arts organizations to conduct art projects. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Forkum moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a technical assistance grant from the State of Tennessee, Tennessee Arts Commission, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Arts Commission. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Forkum moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Labor and Workforce Development, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Nashville Career Advancement Center, to upgrade the skills of 30 current Ideal employees (09-09-FY9-31W-STATE). The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committees. 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County for the purchase and removal of 5405 and 5409 San Marcos Drive located in a repetitively flooded area. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “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 Metro Park located on Morgan Road - Joelton Greenway project. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance, Parks, Library and Recreation and Public Works Committees. Mr. Matthews 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claims of Scott Martin against The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for $11,500.00. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Forkum moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle its property damage claim against James M. McElyer. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Forkum moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Murray, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with Drees Homes to provide public sewer service in Williamson County for Project No. 04-SL-0195. 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 enter into Utility Relocation Contract No. 7220, with the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, Project No. 19959-2546-94, to relocate certain facilities, located on the public highway right-of-way of the Chestnut Street Bridge over CSX R/R, LM 1.57, located in Davidson County. 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 by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
An ordinance amending Section 10.20.300 of the Metropolitan Code increasing the distance from residential structures as it pertains to the prohibition on nighttime dumpster collection. The bill was approved by the Public Works Committee. Mr. Gotto moved to defer the bill on second reading and re-refer the bill to the Public Works Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 16.28 of the Metropolitan Code to impose an additional fee for building permits for construction or demolition projects within historic zoning overlays. The Budget and Finance and Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Crafton moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 11.12.070 of the Metropolitan Code, Excessive Noise, to add noise restrictions within the downtown area. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Jameson moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Pursuant to Rule 22 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council, the resolution was deemed deferred indefinitely.
An ordinance amending Chapter 7.08 of the Metropolitan Code to provide that an applicant is prohibited from obtaining a beer permit if he/she has been released from incarceration within the past ten years for conviction of certain crimes, and to clarify that beer must be purchased directly from an authorized wholesaler before it can be resold. The bill was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee with an amendment. Ms. Page offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Page moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council with Ms. Murray “Abstaining”.
An ordinance amending Title 10 of the Metropolitan Code to adopt the 2006 International Fire Code, and amendments thereto. The Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Hodge moved to defer the bill on second reading and refer the bill to the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 12.76 of the Metropolitan Code to provide maintenance standards for bridges owned or maintained by railroad companies. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market and Public Works Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Gotto moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapters 15.20 and 15.36 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the amount of water and sewer capacity charges. The Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Crafton moved to defer the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving a contract for services performed by The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the Emergency Communications District for Nashville, Davidson County, for reimbursement of $4,900.00, plus reimbursement of training costs for Emergency Communications personnel. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance, Public Works and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. Bennett 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 -
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2008-298
An ordinance amending Section 3.40.050 of the Metropolitan Code to provide a minimum service pension benefit for employees with at least five years credited service from and after September 1, 2005. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Relations-Housing Committees. Mr. Tygard 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0); “Abstaining” Durbin (1).
An ordinance amending Chapter 6.06 of the Metropolitan Code to amend the definition of “after hours establishment”, and to prohibit such establishments from allowing the consumption of alcoholic beverages upon the premises. The bill was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages 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, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance adopting the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (Proposal No. 2008M-182). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Toler 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain easements for stormwater projects located at 1515 Lebanon Pike, 820 Dominican Drive, Highway 70 South, 2406 Crestmoor Road, 3514 Pin Hook Road, 3334 Hamilton Church Road, 901 South 5th Street, 7201 Charlotte Pike, 726 Old Hickory Boulevard, 6509 Charlotte Pike, 8400 Highway 100, 1900 Belmont Boulevard, 2321 Crestmoor Road, 1608 County Hospital Road, 841 Briley Parkway, 6000 Highway 100, 3300 Elm Hill Pike, 5820 Nolensville Pike, 7100 Highway 70 South, 5621 Charlotte Pike, 310 Oceola Avenue, Hicks Road, 4540 Trousdale Drive, Dickerson Pike, and 2440 Music Valley Drive. The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Harrison 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by abandoning a portion of Century Boulevard right-of-way (Proposal Number 2008M-169U-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 defer the bill on third reading at the request of the applicant, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council
- MEMORIALIZING RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution requesting the citizens of Nashville and Davidson County to sign the T. Boone Pickens’ Energy Independence Plan pledge and encourages everyone to support this plan. The resolution was approved by the he Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. 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, Stanley, Durbin, Gilmore, Langster, Evans, Holleman, Dominy, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Mitchell (27); “Noes” Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Hodge (4); “Abstaining” Claiborne, Page, Moore, Crafton, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Todd (8).
A resolution requesting the Nashville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization to openly endorse certain highway infrastructure projects and to commit to these projects to achieve their completion in the immediate future. The resolution was approved by the Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Stanley filed a report for the record. Mr. Stanley 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
A resolution requesting all departments and agencies of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to stop purchasing, consuming and serving bottled water. The resolution was approved by the Public Works Committee; the Budget and Finance Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Jameson moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection, the rules were suspended for consideration of one late (1) resolution.
A resolution requesting the Davidson County Delegation to the Tennessee General Assembly to introduce and enact the necessary legislation to fund and complete the installation of improved lighting, sidewalks, streetscape projects and landscape projects associated with a Lebanon Road Corridor Study. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Claiborne 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, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, Durbin, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.