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Minutes Metropolitan Council Meeting |
The Metropolitan Council met in regular session on this date at 6:00 p.m. in the Metropolitan Courthouse.
The invocation was offered by Bishop Jerry L. Maynard, Sr., Pastor of Cathedral of Praise Church of God in Christ.
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, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell and Neighbors (40); Absent: Adkins (1).
The Minutes of the regular meeting of April 19, 2011, were approved.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
The President announced a vacancy in the office of Public Trustee, which appointments are made by the Metropolitan Council pursuant to state law. Nominations must be filed with the Metropolitan Clerk not later than 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, and an election to fill the office will be conducted at the meeting of May 17, 2011, in accordance with Council Rule No. 43.
- PROPOSED RULES AMENDMENTS -
The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee made no recommendation of the following proposed amendment to Rule 12 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council:
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.
Mr. Crafton moved to adopt the amendment, which motion was seconded and failed by the following vote: “Ayes” Craddock, Bennett, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Coleman, Duvall, Todd (16); “Noes” Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Cole, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Holleman, McGuire, Toler, Mitchell (17); “Abstaining” Steine, Jameson, Claiborne (3).
- BILLS ON PUBLIC HEARING -
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). A substitute bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Jameson requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and citizens were heard in favor of and in opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Jameson moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in June, 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 CS to SP zoning for property located at 2610 Lebanon Pike, at the northwest corner of Lebanon Pike and Shady Grove Road and located within the Downtown Donelson Urban Design Overlay District (0.56 acres), to permit automobile sales (new and used) and automobile service, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011SP-008-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Claiborne requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Claiborne 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 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 to SP zoning for a portion of properties located at 5000 Mountain Springs Road and at Hobson Pike (unnumbered), north of Hobson Pike (40.8 acres), to permit 219 multi-family dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2009SP-025-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Coleman requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Coleman offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Coleman moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, 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 making applicable the provisions of an Urban Design Overlay (UDO) to be known as the “Primrose UDO” to properties located on Primrose Circle and Primrose Avenue west of Brightwood Avenue (17.18 acres), to apply design standards, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011UD-001-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission Ms. LaLonde requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and citizens were heard in favor of and in opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. LaLonde 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 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 for property located at 520 Collins Park Drive, approximately 1,300 feet east of Bell Road (3.28 acres), to permit auto sales and automobile service, within an existing facility, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2010SP-023-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Coleman requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Coleman 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 Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by making applicable the provisions of a Neighborhood Landmark District on property located at 5305 Pennsylvania Avenue, approximately 125 feet east of 54th Avenue North (0.52 acres), zoned R6, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011NL-001-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Baker moved to defer the bill indefinitely, 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 changing from SP to DTC district for property located at 501 Church Street, at the southwest corner of Church Street and 5th Avenue North (1.22 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-009PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Jameson requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. 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 Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by changing from IWD to MUG district for properties located at 909, 913 and 1001 8th Avenue South, approximately 175 feet south of South Street (1.33 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-007PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Gilmore requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. 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 Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by changing from RS15 to SP zoning for properties located at 4124, 4140, 4144 and 4156 Central Pike and at 6002 S. New Hope Road, approximately 1,200 feet west of S. New Hope Road (25.93 acres), to permit a mixed-use development consisting of office, retail, commercial, restaurant, multi-family and live/work uses, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011SP-005-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Gotto requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and citizens were in favor of and in opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Gotto moved to defer the bill indefinitely so that many unresolved issues can be addressed, 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 to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by amending the Carillon Planned Unit Development Overlay District for property located at Bell Road (unnumbered), approximately 1,650 feet north of Couchville Pike (39.53 acres), zoned MUL and RM9, to permit 452 multi-family dwelling units, where 165,200 square feet of retail and office and 170 multi-family dwelling units were previously approved, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005P-028-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Burch requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Burch offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Burch moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, 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 RS5 to SP zoning for property located at 605 26th Avenue North, approximately 315 feet north of Felicia Street (0.22 acres), to permit a two story, multi-family building consisting of a maximum of nine residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011SP-003-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Langster requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. 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 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 to SP zoning for properties located at 4161 and 4193 Central Pike, opposite S. New Hope Road (6.68 acres), to permit up to 135 multi-family units consisting of either live/work units, flats and/or townhomes with a proposed 78 units at 4161 Central Pike and 57 units at 4193 Central Pike, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011SP-006-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Gotto requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and citizens were heard in favor of and in opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Gotto moved to defer the bill indefinitely so that many unresolved issues can be addressed, 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 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 and IWD to SP zoning for a portion of property located at 601 Gallatin Pike, approximately 500 feet north of Dupont Avenue (1.21 acres), to permit a retail establishment, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011SP-007-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Craddock requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Craddock 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 Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by changing from IWD to OG zoning for properties located at 250 and 260 Cumberland Bend, approximately 500 feet east of Great Circle Road (2.22 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2010Z-034PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Harrison requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. 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 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 ORI and IR to SP zoning for properties located at 329, 330, 331, 336, 337, 341 and 351 28th Avenue North, and at 3000 Charlotte Avenue, on the western side of the future 28th Avenue North (18.73 acres), to permit a mixed-use development, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011SP-009-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Langster requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. 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 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 to AR2a district for property located at 787 Old Lebanon Dirt Road and for a portion of properties located at 795 and 799 Old Lebanon Dirt Road, approximately 1,200 feet west of N. New Hope Road (7.42 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-010PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Gotto requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. 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 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 R10 to CL district for properties located at 2905 and 2907 Elm Hill Pike, approximately 2,480 feet east of Donelson Pike (1.82 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-004PR-001). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Stanley requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and a citizen was heard in favor of passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Stanley 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 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 for property located at 3710 N. Natchez Court, approximately 380 feet east of Nolensville Pike (.76 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-001PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Page requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. Page 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 Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by changing from R10 to RS10 zoning for various properties located along Bel Air Drive, Catalina Drive, Cornet Drive, Currey Road, McGavock Pike and Vinson Drive (182.38 acres) with a portion of the properties along Currey Road being located within the Central State Redevelopment District, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-011PR-001). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Dominy requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Burch offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Dominy moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Sections 17.37 (Downtown Code) of the Metropolitan Zoning Code by revising the Signage Compliance deadline (Proposal No. 2011Z-002TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Jameson requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. 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 Sections 17.04.060 and 17.12.030 of the Metropolitan Zoning Code by revising the definitions associated with street designations, and by modifying the measurement of street setbacks for multi-family and non-residential districts and non-residential uses in AG, AR2a, R and RS districts, due to the new designations (Proposal 2011Z-001TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Gotto requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. 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 to amend various sections of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Zoning Code to add the following alternative zoning districts, MUN-A, MUL-A, MUG-A, MUI-A, RM9-A, RM15-A, RM20-A, OR20-A, RM40-A, OR40-A, RM60-A, RM80-A, RM100-A and ORI-A to create walkable neighborhoods through the use of appropriate building placement and bulk standards as an alternative to a zoning district that requires a site plan (Proposal No. 2011Z-007TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Gotto requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. 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 amending Chapters 17.04 and 17.32 of Title 17 the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, by adding a definition for “Alley Sign”, modifying the definition for “hanging sign” and providing provisions for alley signs all of which is more specifically described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-004TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Gotto requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and citizens were heard in opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Gotto moved to pass the bill on second reading, defer the bill indefinitely and re-refer the bill to the Planning Commission, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending various sections of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, to modify Section 17.04.060.B (Definitions of General Terms), by adding definitions for “Accessory Apartment” and “Accessory Dwelling, Detached”, modifying Section 17.08.030 (District Land Use Tables - Residential Uses) to add “Accessory Dwelling, Detached” as a use permitted with conditions (PC) within Historic Overlay Districts within the R, RM, OR20, OR40, and ORI zoning districts, and modifying Section 17.16.030.A (Uses Permitted with Conditions: Residential Uses) to add standards for an "Accessory Dwelling, Detached” (Proposal No. 2011Z-005TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. LaLonde requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. LaLonde moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapters 17.08, 17.12, 17.16 and 17.40 of Title 17 of the Metro Zoning Code to create a new land use called "Single-Family Cottage Development" and to allow it in all two-family (R) zoning districts, and to make a technical change to Chapter 17.40 pertaining to variances (Proposal No. 2011Z-006TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Cole requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Cole moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution recognizing and congratulating South Precinct Commander Michael Alexander of the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department on receiving the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Public Service Award.
A resolution recognizing Eddie L. Bryan upon his retirement from the Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council.
A resolution recognizing and congratulating Grand Prize Winner Kaleigh Smith in the 2010 “Keep Nashville Beautiful” art contest.
A resolution recognizing and honoring Ms. Sandra Duncan for her many years of dedicated service to our State and City.
A resolution recognizing and honoring Elder Leroy Hatchett upon his retirement from the U.S. Postal Service.
A resolution recognizing and congratulating Dr. Portia H. Shields, on her position as president of Tennessee State University, Nashville.
A resolution recognizing Miss Jocelyn D. Watts, Miss Black Tennessee USA 2011.
A resolution recognizing David Lipscomb High School and the men and women who came to the aid of Coach Joey Spann.
A resolution recognizing May 5, 2011, as National Day of Prayer.
A resolution recognizing and honoring the families of Colonel Luke Lea, Percy Warner and Edwin Warner for their vision and leadership through the expansion of park property in the Nashville Metropolitan Davidson County.
A resolution recognizing Nashville’s nonprofit Youth Speaks Nashville.
Mr. Burch moved to adopt the resolutions, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
- RESOLUTION -
A resolution approving the election of certain Notaries Public for Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Burch moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Barry, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Ryman, Jernigan, Gotto, Burch, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (37); “Noes” (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance accepting a donation of one hundred bicycles to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, and Regions Financial Corporation for the purpose of promoting bicycling and active living. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property by negotiation, condemnation or acceptance for the purpose of acquiring easements for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially with relation to Project Number 08-WG-0097, Whites Creek Water Main, Map 04, Parcel 047, and Map 04, Parcel 181.00 (Proposal No. 2010M-014ES-001). 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, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of certain right-of-way easements and property rights by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2011-M-1, sidewalk improvements on Abbott Martin Road from Vailwood Drive to Cross Creek Road (Proposal No. 2011M-005PR-001). 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, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of certain right-of-way easements and property rights by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2011-M-2, sidewalk improvements on Harding Place from Timberhill Drive to Danby Drive (Proposal No. 2011M-006PR-001). 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, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 2.20 of the Metropolitan Code establishing an Office of Administrative Hearing Officer in accordance with Title 6, Chapter 54, Part 10 of the Tennessee Code Annotated. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection, the rules were suspended for consideration of one (1) late bill.
An ordinance approving a lease between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and the Center for Charter School Excellence in Tennessee for the use of improved property at 217 South 10th Street (Proposal No. 2011M-009PR-001). 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, Education and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.