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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 Ryan Bult of Cross Point 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, 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 February 1, 2011, were approved.
- PROPOSED RULES AMENDMENT -
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 12 of the 2007-2011 Rules of Procedure of the Council of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (as amended) is hereby by deleting said rule and substituting with the following new Rule 12:
12. Zoning public hearings
Public hearings on zoning bills shall be held on the first meeting of each month. The Clerk shall exclude ordinances on public hearing from any other Council meeting, except when required by law to be earlier held. This rule shall not preclude any other matters from being considered on the first meeting of each month other than honorary resolutions as provided in Rule 24.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Nashville and Eastern Rail Authority
The President announced that an election would be conducted to fill a two-year term on the Nashville and Eastern Rail Authority and that the name of Mr. J.B. Loring had been submitted in nomination for the position. Mr. Adkins reported that the Committee had considered and found Mr. Loring to be qualified. Mr. Adkins moved for the election of Mr. Loring by acclamation, which motion was seconded and unanimously adopted.
Mr. Adkins requested a suspension of the Rules to consider the election of a late filed nomination to fill a position on the Cheatham County Rail Authority and no objection was made.
Cheatham County Rail Authority
The President announced that an election would be conducted to fill a two-year term on the Cheatham County Rail Authority and that the name Mr. Edward Cole had been submitted in nomination for the position. Mr. Adkins reported that the Committee had considered and found Mr. Cole to be qualified. Mr. Adkins moved for the election of Mr. Cole by acclamation, which motion was seconded and adopted with Councilman Cole abstaining.
Davidson County Historian
Appointment of Dr. Carol Bucy as Davidson County Historian. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Adkins moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Alarm Appeals Board
Appointment of Mr. Marcel Hernandez for a term expiring November 4, 2012. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Adkins moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Reappointment of Mr. Randy Woodard for a term expiring November 4, 2012. In the absence of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.
Arts Commission
Reappointment of Ms. Kim Fowler for a term expiring January 1, 2015. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.
Appointment of Mr. Larry Keeton for a term expiring January 1, 2013. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.
Reappointment of Ms. Cindy Steine for a term expiring January 1, 2015. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Adkins moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Solid Waste Region Board
Appointment of Ms. Leslee Alexander for a term expiring December 15, 2016. Ms. Alexander will fill the unexpired term of Dr. Decatur Rogers. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Adkins moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Zoning Appeals Board
Appointment of Ms. Stacey Garrett for a term expiring February 26, 2013. Ms. Garrett will fill the unexpired term of Mr. Fabian Bedne. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Adkins moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution removing the members of the Metropolitan Board of Fair Commissioners. Pursuant to Rule 44 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council, the resolution was deferred.
A resolution authorizing an economic and community development incentive grant to be made to the Industrial Development Board of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the benefit of Asurion, LLC, in an amount not to exceed Two Million Four Hundred Thousand dollars. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Barry 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, Hollin, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (38); “Noes” (0); “Abstaining” Jameson (1).
A resolution authorizing the submission of an application by the Metropolitan Government as Grantee for Foreign Trade Zone #78 to request Subzone Status with Manufacturing Authority for Hemlock Semiconductor, LLC. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Barry 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Director of Public Property, or his designee, to exercise an option to purchase real property (Map 107-13 Parcel 018.00) for the use and benefit of the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (Proposal No. 2011M-001PR-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Education and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Gilmore 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution to appropriate grant funds from the State of Tennessee, Department of Human Services, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Action Commission, for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Barry 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving Amendment One 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 Board of Health, to provide dental services to those children who qualify for TennCare. 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a contract for services by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, and Vanderbilt University to provide analytic support to process evaluation data. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Barry 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a contract for services by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, and Prevent Child Abuse Tennessee to provide parenting sessions based on the Nurturing Parenting Program for parents of infants and toddlers. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Ms. Barry 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving a business associate agreement between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, and Prevent Child Abuse Tennessee to provide safeguards to prevent the use or disclosure of protected health information. The resolution was approved by the Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committee. Ms. Barry 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “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 Police Department, for an enhanced DUI enforcement initiative to reduce traffic fatalities attributed to impaired drivers. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. Barry 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, to prevent and respond to acts of terrorism, to increase the sharing of information and intelligence, and to increase the ability to mitigate the effects of an attack. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. Langster 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Cal Turner Family Foundation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Davidson County Sheriff’s Department, for the development, implementation, and sustaining of a ServSafe Certification Culinary Program. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. Langster 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution exempting Snap Stone’s Restaurant located at 5385 Mt. View Road from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit pursuant to Section 7.08.090.E. of the Metropolitan Code. The resolution was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee. Mr. Coleman moved to defer the resolution so the required public hearing can be held, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution approving a joint funding agreement with the United States Department of the Interior, United States Geological Survey, to acquire LiDAR derived high-resolution elevation data for Davidson County and portions of adjacent counties totaling approximately 858 square miles. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Ms. Barry 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting the 2010 Plan Update for the North Nashville Community, adopted by the Metropolitan Planning Commission on January 27, 2011. The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Harrison 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution modifying the master list of architects and engineers originally approved by Resolution No. RS94-1050. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Hodge 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving Amendment Two to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Grant to establish and participate in the Tennessee Economic Recovery Training Grant (TERTG) program 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 offer training to upgrade current worker skills (LW09ST92SSSWA09). The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Resources-Housing Committees. Ms. Barry 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving Amendment Two to the agreement between the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Parks and Recreation Department, for the receipt of funds through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) for construction of the TSU Connector for the Cumberland River Greenway. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library and Recreation Committees. Ms. Langster 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claim of Diane Robinson against The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in the amount of $30,205.65, and that said amount be paid out of the Self-Insured Liability Fund. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Ms. Barry 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance amending Title 3 of the Metropolitan Code to prohibit former Members of the Metropolitan Council from being employed by the Metropolitan Government in the non-classified service for two years after leaving office, and requesting the Civil Service Commission to amend the Civil Service Rules to include such a provision regarding employment in the classified service. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Personnel-Public Information-Human Resources-Housing Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 3 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative to years of credited employee service required for a vested pension. Mr. Crafton moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 3 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to state that it is the intent of the Metropolitan Government that post-employment benefits are considered defined contribution benefit plans. Mr. Crafton moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 17.16.250 of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, to modify the requirements applicable to home occupations (Proposal No. 2010Z-025TX-001). Mr. Jameson moved to defer the bill on first reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
An ordinance amending Chapter 12.44 of the Metropolitan Code to provide for free parking for vehicle owners that purchase carbon offsets. The Budget and Finance and Traffic and Parking Committees recommended indefinite deferment. Mr. Tygard moved to defer the bill indefinitely and refer the bill to the Traffic and Parking Commission, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 10.56.240 of the Metropolitan Code to exempt certain newer vehicles from the emissions testing requirements. The Budget and Finance Committee and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Ryman moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 4.28 of the Metropolitan Code to prohibit Metropolitan Government contractors from discriminating on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity through their employment practices. The Budget and Finance and Personnel-Public Information-Human Resources-Housing Committees made no recommendation. Ms. Gilmore moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Ryman moved to defer the bill to the second meeting in June, which motion was seconded. Mr. Jameson moved to table the motion to defer, which motion was seconded and adopted by a roll call vote of the Council. Mr. Hollin offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. The matter recurred on the motion to pass the bill on second reading, as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Jernigan, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Wilhoite, Coleman, Mitchell (21)’ “Noes” Garrett, Tygard, Craddock, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Crafton, Dominy, Hodge, Toler, Duvall, Todd (16); “Abstaining” Hunt, Adkins, Foster (3).
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 No. 1863 (Proposal No. 2010M-012AB-001). The bill was approved by the Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Page moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving an amendment to the lease between the Metropolitan Government and Square Investment Holdings, LP for space in the Washington Square Building located at 222 Second Avenue North (Proposal No. 2011M-002PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance 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.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by renaming a portion of Summitt Avenue to “West Summitt Avenue” (Proposal No. 2010M-002SR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Historical Commission, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees; the Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Harrison moved for a suspension of the rules to override the committee recommendation for deferment, which motion which motion was seconded and adopted without objection. Mr. Harrison moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON THIRD READING -
An ordinance appropriating an amount not to exceed $200,000 from the unappropriated fund balance of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Department of Water and Sewerage Services for the purpose of providing limited economic recovery credits to customers that were directed to cease using public drinking water for plant nursery stock and washing cars during the period of mandatory water conservation following the May 2010 flooding of the K.R. Harrington water treatment plant. The Budget and Finance Committee made no recommendation; the Public Works Committee approved the bill. Mr. Tygard moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Hollin, Jameson, Bennett, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Moore, Gilmore, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd (27); “Noes” Barry, Steine, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Page, LaLonde, Baker, Langster, Adkins, Hodge, Mitchell (12); “Abstaining” Burch (1).
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2010-803
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 RM9 to SP zoning for property located at Old Hickory Boulevard (unnumbered), approximately 600 feet north of Central Pike (10.65 acres), to permit a mixture of commercial and/or medical uses along with a possible assisted-living facility and active senior living, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2010SP-019-001). The bill was approved by Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Gotto moved to defer the bill indefinitely, the bill being requested by Anderson, Delk, Epps and Associates, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing Bristol Development Group to install, construct, and maintain an underground encroachment for the property located at 1700 State Street (Proposal No. 2010M-006EN-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Gilmore 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance naming the auditorium at the Howard Office Building in honor of Sonny West. The bill was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance amending Chapters 2.128, 4.20, and 11.24 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to prospecting and the preservation of historic sites and artifacts found on Metropolitan Government property. The bill was approved by the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Forkum moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance abandoning all public utility easements in connection with Project 10-WL-61 and 10-SL-133, Brighton Road, and Project No. 10-SL-165 sewer on MBA campus, shown on Map 103-16, Parcels 52, 66, and 29, and authorizing the execution of the documents to carry out said transaction (Proposal No. 2010M-029ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Holleman 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, 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 28th Avenue North right-of-way (Proposal No. 2011M-001AB-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. 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, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (40); “Noes” (0).
- MEMORIALIZING RESOLUTION -
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Department of Water and Sewerage Services to identify and apply for capital grants that will assist in funding the installation of a 6” water main along the Hoggett Ford Road corridor of the Hermitage community. The resolution was approved by the Public Works Committee. Mr. Stanley moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (39); “Noes” (0).
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.