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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 Councilman Walter Hunt.
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, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell and Neighbors (38); Absent: Barry, Ryman, Burch (3).
The Minutes of the regular meeting of June 21, 2011, were approved.
The President announced a vacancy on the Health and Educational Facilities Board of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for a six-year term. Nominations will be taken at the next regular meeting of the Council with an election held to fill the vacancy on August 2, 2011, pursuant to Rule 42 of the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Metropolitan Clerk
Appointment of Ms. Ana L. Escobar effective August 1, 2011. 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.
Action Commission
Reappointment of Ms. Karen Doty for a term expiring February 2, 2014. 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.
Appointment of Ms. Brenda Dowdle for a term expiring February 2, 2014. 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.
Appointment of Ms. Sara Longhini a term expiring March 6, 2013. 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.
Agricultural Extension Board
Reappointment of Mr. Steve Butler for a term expiring August 1, 2014. 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.
Appointment of Ms. Mauna Crabtree a term expiring August 1, 2014. 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.
Appointment of Dr. Thelma Sanders-Hunter a term expiring August 1, 2014. 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.
Airport Authority
Reappointment of Mr. Jack O. Bovender, Jr. for a term expiring June 4, 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.
Charter Revision Commission
Appointment of Ms. Lorinda McLaughlin for a term expiring September 4, 2013. Ms. McLaughlin will fill the unexpired term of Mr. Frances Guess. 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.
Community Corrections Advisory Board
Reappointment of Mr. Vince Wyatt for a term expiring August 31, 2013. 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.
Appointment of Ms. Tyler Yarbro for a term expiring August 31, 2013. 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.
Electrical Examiners and Appeals Board
Appointment of Mr. Mike Thomas for a term expiring February 15, 2015. 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.
Board of Equalization
Appointment of Ms. Connie Hardin for a term expiring April 1, 2013. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.
Fire and Building Code Appeals Board
Reappointment of Mr. Michael Bearden for a term expiring March 1, 2015. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.
Historic Zoning Commission
Appointment of Mr. Richard Fletcher for a term expiring June 1, 2016. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.
Appointment of Mr. Hunter Gee for a term expiring April 1, 2016. Mr. Gee will represent the Planning Commission. 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.
Nashville Education, Community and Arts Television Corporation (NECAT)
Appointment of Ms. Jan Meryl Davidson for a term expiring February 5, 2014. 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.
Appointment of Mr. J. David Wicker, Jr. for a term expiring February 5, 2014. 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.
Plumbing Examiners and Appeals Board
Appointment of Mr. W. A. Curtis for a term expiring March 10, 2014. 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. Edward Galbreath for a term expiring February 15, 2015. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was withdrawn.
Appointment of Mr. Ron Holdaway for a term expiring February 15, 2015. 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.
Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board
Appointment of Mr. Worrick Robinson IV for a term expiring October 7, 2013. Mr. Robinson will fill the unexpired term of Mr. Brock Parks. 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.
Social Services Commission
Appointment of Ms. Marlen Santana Perez for a term expiring April 3, 2016. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Burch moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Appointment of Ms. Lolita D. Toney for a term expiring April 3, 2016. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was withdrawn.
Traffic and Parking Commission
Appointment of Mr. Steven Turner for a term expiring April 3, 2016. 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.
Vegetation Control Board
Reappointment of Mr. Hollis Malone a term expiring March 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.
Appointment of Mr. Stephen Zralek a term expiring March 1, 2015. 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.
Wastewater Hearing Authority
Reappointment of Ms. Ruthie Brown Cherry for a term expiring October 1, 2012. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.
Reappointment of Ms. Terry Kevlin for a term expiring October 1, 2012. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.
Reappointment of Dr. Edward Thackston for a term expiring October 1, 2012. 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.
Reappointment of Dr. Robert Wingfield, Jr. for a term expiring October 1, 2012. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.
- BILLS ON PUBLIC HEARING –
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 existing Green Hills Urban Design Overlay District to modify variations to the conventional standards of the underlying base zoning, located along Hillsboro Pike, Hillsboro Drive, Hillsboro Circle, Hobbs Road, Warfield Drive, Richard Jones Road, Bandywood Drive, and Abbott Martin Road (107.87 acres) classified SCR, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2002UD-001-001). Mr. McGuire moved to withdraw the bill, the bill being requested by the Planning Commission, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. BL2011-920
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 Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District for properties located south of Interstate 40 along 43rd Avenue North, 44th Avenue North, 47th Avenue North, 48th Avenue North, 50th Avenue North, 51st Avenue North, Charlotte Avenue, Elkins Avenue, Park Avenue and Sylvan Glen Court (51.93 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011NHC-001-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Holleman 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 a citizen was heard in favor of bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Holleman offered a substitute ordinance and moved that it be accepted for filing and no objection was made.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2011-920
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 Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District to properties located south of Interstate 40 along 43rd Avenue North, 44th Avenue North, 47th Avenue North, 48th Avenue North, 50th Avenue North, 51st Avenue North, Elkins Avenue, Park Avenue, Charlotte Avenue, and Sylvan Glen Court (50.28 acres),all of which is described herein (Proposal No.2011NHC-001-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Holleman 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 Metro Zoning Code, Chapters 17.04 (Definitions), 17.32 (Sign Regulations) and 17.40 (Administration and Procedures) to include definitions associated with Landmark Signs; a new section on Landmark Signs, and the procedure for the designation of Landmark Signs (Proposal No. 2011Z-009TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Holleman 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 no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Holleman 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 17.12 of Title 17 of the Metro Zoning Code to amend the definition of “Cottage Development, Single-Family” and the standards for Single-Family Cottage Developments (Proposal No. 2011Z-010TX-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.
An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, to modify the standards applicable to a “Home Occupation” and create a new land use with standards called “Home Business” (Proposal No. 2010Z-025TX-002). 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 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 pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and failed by the following vote: “Ayes” Maynard, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, LaLonde, Langster, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Dominy (11); “Noes” Garrett, Tygard, Steine, Matthews, Harrison, Forkum, Jernigan, Gotto, Stanley, Claiborne, Page, Baker, Adkins, Foster, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (21); “Abstaining” Hollin, Bennett, Moore, Gilmore, Crafton (5).
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to IWD zoning for property located at 3941 and 3945 Stewarts Lane, approximately 3,100 feet south of Ashland City Highway (4.44 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-015PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Matthews 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. Matthews moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by amending the Mt. Laurel Reserve Specific Plan for property located at Hicks Road (unnumbered), approximately 1,160 feet east of Sawyer Brown Road (36.25 acres), to permit the development of 236 multi-family residential units where 129 multi-family residential units were previously approved, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-081-001). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Crafton 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. A document was filed for the record. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Crafton moved to defeat the bill, 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 1004 and 1016 8th Avenue South, approximately 175 feet south of Archer Street (1.31 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-008PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms Moore 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. Moore 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 amending the preliminary plan for the Belle Arbor Planned Unit Development Overlay located at 3549 Brick Church Pike and at Westchester Drive (unnumbered), south of Bellshire Drive (73.59 acres), zoned RM6, R10 and partially located within the Floodplain Overlay District, to permit 351 residential units where 371 were previously approved and to eliminate three street connections, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2005P-023-003). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Hunt 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. Hunt 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 IR to MUG-A district for property located at 615 Spruce Street and 21st Avenue North (unnumbered), north of Charlotte Pike (2.06 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-016PR-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 R20, RM9, and IWD to SP zoning for properties located at 2114 Smith Springs Road, 1806 Reynolds Road, 1812 Reynolds Road and at Reynolds Road (unnumbered), approximately 1,700 feet north of Smith Springs Road (48.57 acres), to permit a maximum of 950,000 square feet of industrial, office, warehouse and distribution, up to 78 multi-family residential units and open space uses, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011SP-004-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Wilhoite 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. Wilhoite 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 R40 to AR2a district for property located at 7791 Charlotte Pike, approximately 2,450 feet west of Forrest Valley Drive (10.0 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-013PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Crafton 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. Crafton 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 AR2a to SP zoning for property located at 4608 Ashland City Highway, approximately 3,450 feet west of Briley Parkway (5.61 acres), to permit Building Contractor, Supply and Agricultural Activity, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011SP-016-001). Mr. Matthews moved to defer the bill indefinitely, the bill being requested by Charles Huddleston, 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 RS40 to SP zoning for property located at 7836 Old Harding Pike, at the intersection of Learning Lane and Old Harding Pike (1.26 acres), to permit a daycare center, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011SP-011-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell 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 property located at Murfreesboro Pike (unnumbered), approximately 350 feet south of Vultee Boulevard (1.04 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-005PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Steine 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. Steine moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. BL2011-935
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 OR20 district for property located at 2631 Smith Springs Road, approximately 760 feet west of Bell Road (.36 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-002PR-001). Ms. Wilhoite move to suspend the Rules for the purposes of offering a substitute bill, deferring the bill as substituted for two meetings, and holding a public hearing on the substitute bill at the August 2, 2011 Council meeting, which motion was seconded and adopted without objection. Ms. Wilhoite offered the 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. BL2011-935
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 SP zoning for property located at 2631 Smith Springs Road, approximately 760 feet west of Bell Road (0.36 acres), to permit residential and low intensity non-residential uses including a single-family residential dwelling unit, a two-family residential dwelling unit, personal care instruction (limited to a maximum of 2,000 square feet), general office (limited to a maximum of 2,000 square feet), and/or medical office (limited to a maximum of 2,000 square feet) (Proposal No.2011SP-017-001). Ms. Wilhoite moved to defer the bill to the Council meeting on August 2, 2011, for the purpose of considering the substitute bill on public hearing and 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 amending the preliminary plan for the Cumberland Yacht Harbor Planned Unit Development located at 2140 Lebanon Pike and 252 Donelson Hills Drive, at the southwest corner of Lebanon Pike and Donelson Hills Drive, classified MUG and located within the Floodplain Overlay District (40.0 acres), to permit the development of 126 dwelling units, 18,000 square feet of commercial space, replacing 181 dwelling units, 50,735 square feet of commercial space and a marina previously approved, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2003P-007-002). 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 citizens were heard in favor of and in opposition to passage of the bill. 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 amending the Southview on 2nd Specific Plan (Council Bill BL2010-781) and by changing from R6 to SP for properties located at 1064, 1066, 1068, 1070, 1072 A, B, and C, 1074, A, B and C, and 1078 2nd Avenue South and at 112 Mildred Shute Avenue, at the northeast corner of 2nd Avenue South and Mildred Shute Avenue (0.93 acres), to add 0.8 acres to the Specific Plan District and to permit the development of up to 19 dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2010SP-015-002). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Moore 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. Moore 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 IR to MUI district for property located at 28th Avenue North (unnumbered), at the northeast corner of 28th Avenue North and Charlotte Avenue (3.06 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2011Z-012PR-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 amending the Bar-B-Cutie Commercial Planned Unit Development Overlay located at 5207 Nolensville Pike, approximately 120 feet north of Brewer Drive, classified CS (1.77 acres), to permit a 560 square foot dining room addition to an existing 6,000 square foot restaurant, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 158-75P-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Foster 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. Ms. Foster 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 Commander Robert Nash on the occasion of his retirement from the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department.
A resolution recognizing and honoring Mrs. Donna Nicely for her many years of dedicated service to our City and State.
A resolution recognizing Marilyn S. Swing, Metropolitan Clerk of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, on the occasion of her retirement.
A resolution recognizing Sergeant Connie Tripp on the occasion of his retirement from the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department.
A resolution recognizing Hope Hines, Sports Director of NewsChannel 5 WTVF-TV, on his retirement.
Mr. Adkins moved to adopt the resolutions, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Gotto, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (35); “Noes” (0).
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution recognizing Mr. David Waynick for his renovation of the GranDale Mansion in Nashboro Village. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment. Ms. Wilhoite moved to suspend the rules to allow the resolution to be heard and no objection was made. Ms. Wilhoite moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Gotto, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (35); “Noes” (0).
A resolution recognizing the 40th year reunion of Pearl High School – Class of 1971. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment. Ms. Wilhoite moved to suspend the rules to allow the resolution to be heard and no objection was made. Ms. Wilhoite moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Hollin, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Gotto, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (35); “Noes” (0).
A resolution recognizing those participating in the protests of Senate Bill SB0049 nicknamed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill outside the State Capitol. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Hollin moved to suspend the rules to allow the resolution to be heard. Objection was made and the resolution was not considered.
A resolution approving the election of certain Notaries Public for Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Adkins moved to adopt the resolutions, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Garrett, Tygard, Steine, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Craddock, Jameson, Cole, Bennett, Forkum, Gotto, Claiborne, Page, Moore, LaLonde, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Crafton, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Adkins, Foster, Dominy, Wilhoite, Hodge, Toler, Coleman, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (34); “Noes” (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance amending Chapter 6.74 of the Metropolitan Code relating to operation regulations, vehicle regulations, dispatching regulations, vehicle title regulations, and fare charge amounts for passenger vehicles for hire other than taxicabs. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages and Transportation and Aviation Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 15 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the metering of water consumption and sewerage use by commercial class customers of the Department of Water and Sewerage Services. 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 abandoning 9 water service lines and 407 linear feet of a 10 inch sanitary sewer line, 279 linear feet of a 15 inch sanitary sewer line, 252 linear feet of a 18 inch sanitary sewer line, and 89 linear feet of an 8 inch sanitary sewer line, and accepting 384 linear feet of a 12 inch sanitary sewer and easement, on properties located at Rosa Parks Boulevard, Commerce Street, 7th Avenue North, and Church Street, in connection to Project 10-SL-149, and authorizing the execution of documents to carry out said transaction (Proposal No. 2011M-005ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the execution and filing with the Register of Deeds a Notice of Land Use Restriction for the Old Due West Landfill Site (Proposal No. 2011M-010PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance abandoning an existing drainage easement on a portion of property located at 830 Gale Lane, west of Franklin Pike (Proposal No. 2011M-004ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by abandoning a portion of Trousdale Drive right-of-way (Proposal No. 2011M-007AB-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking, and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.