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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 Bishop Paul G. Holland, Sr., of Mt. Moriah Apostolic 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: Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Weiner, Evans, Holleman, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell and Neighbors (40); Absent: McGuire (1).
The Minutes of the regular meeting of July 17, 2012, were approved.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
County Clerk
The President announced that an election would be held to fill the vacancy in the office of Davidson County Clerk, and the nominees were: James A. Baxter, Kenneth Eaton, Charlie Tygard and Brenda Wynn. Mr. Steine, Chairman of the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections-Aviation Committee, reported that the Committee had considered and found candidates Eaton, Tygard and Wynn to be qualified for the office; the nomination of James Baxter was deemed withdrawn pursuant to Rule 44 of the Council Rules of Procedure for failure to appear before the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Eaton withdrew his name. The ballot was taken, and the Clerk reported the following vote: Tygard: Bennett, Glover, Stites, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Weiner, Blalock, Dominy, Duvall (9). Wynn: Barry, Steine, Garrett, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Stanley, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Evans, Holleman, Harmon, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (28). The President declared that Ms. Brenda Wynn was elected to the office of Davidson County Clerk until the next general election.
Electric Power Board
Reappointment of Mr. Richard Courtney for a term expiring July 1, 2017. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Steine moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Hospital Authority
Reappointment of Dr. Harry Jacobson for a term expiring July 1, 2017. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Steine moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Property Standards & Appeals Board
Appointment of Mr. Dwayne Bell, Sr. for a term expiring July 29, 2016. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Steine moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Reappointment of Mr. David Glasgow for a term expiring July 29, 2016. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Steine moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Tourism & Convention Commission
Appointment of Mr. Steven Andre for a term expiring June 30, 2015. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Steine moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Reappointment of Mr. Fletcher Foster for a term expiring June 30, 2015. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Steine moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Reappointment of Mr. Hank Locklin for a term expiring June 30, 2015. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Steine moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
- RESOLUTION ON PUBLIC HEARING -
A resolution exempting Lockeland Table located at 1520 Woodland Street from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit pursuant to Section 7.08.090.E. of the Metropolitan Code. Mr. Westerholm requested a hearing from the public on this resolution which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the resolution and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. The resolution was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee. Mr. Westerholm moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Baker, Langster, Weiner, Evans, Holleman, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (36); “Noes” (0).
- 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, changing from SP to R6 zoning for property located at 24 Lincoln Street, at the northwest corner of Lincoln Street and Perkins Street (0.26 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012Z-001PR-001). Ms. Moore moved to defer the bill indefinitley, 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 Mansion at Fontanel Specific Plan District for properties located at 4105, 4125, and 4225 Whites Creek Pike, approximately 1,000 feet north of Lloyd Road (136.04 acres) and within the Floodplain Overlay District, to permit a single-family residence/Bed & Breakfast Inn and to amend the definition of a ‘seasonal performance entertainment venue’, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2009SP-022-005). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. 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 no one came forward to be heard. 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 CS to SP zoning for properties located at 915 and 921 Robinson Road, at the northeast corner of Robinson Road and Industrial Drive (27.81 acres), to permit a mixed use development, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012SP-016-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Mr. Jernigan 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. Jernigan 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 R15 to RM20 zoning for a portion of property located at 7301 Highway 70 South, approximately 1,280 feet west of Hicks Road (1.93 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012Z-012PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Weiner 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. Weiner 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 265 Old Hickory Boulevard, approximately 1,175 feet east of Gallatin Pike (1.52 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012Z-013PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Pridemore moved to defer the bill to the September public hearing, the bill being requested by Larry Bryant, 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 SP zoning for properties located at 2050 Lucas Lane and at Lucas Lane (unnumbered), approximately 1,000 feet west of Dickerson Pike (31.96 acres) and located partially within the Floodplain Overlay District, to permit scrap operation, retail and all other uses permitted by the IWD zoning district, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012SP-015-001). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Scott Davis moved to defer the bill to the September public hearing, the bill being requested by Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc, 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 R6, RM20, RM40, SP, MUL, MUG, MUI, OR20, ORI, CL, CS, CF, IWD and IR to MUL-A(2.48 acres), MUG-A (155.04 acres), MUI-A (234.33 acres) and ORI-A (63.29 acres) zoning for various properties in Midtown between I-440 and I-40 (455.14 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012Z-016PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with amendments. Ms. Allen 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. Ms. Allen moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in September, 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 cancelling a portion of the Chippington II Planned Unit Development Overlay District on property located at 1306 Coreland Drive, approximately 725 feet east of Gallatin Pike, zoned RM40 (1.52 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 118-76P-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Anthony Davis 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. Anthony Davis moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection Bill Nos. BL2012-197 and BL2012-198 were considered together.
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 MUN to OL zoning for properties located at 673 Old Hickory Boulevard and at Old Hickory Boulevard (unnumbered), approximately 425 feet east of Cloverland Drive (1.24 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012Z-014PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission.
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 a portion of the Presidents Reserve at Brentwood Commercial Planned Unit Development Overlay District for property located at 673 Old Hickory Boulevard and Old Hickory Boulevard (unnumbered), approximately 425 feet east of Cloverland Drive, zoned MUN and proposed for OL, (1.24 acres), to permit an 11,080 square foot medical office, general office, and outpatient clinic building where a 12,960 square foot office building was previously approved, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2004P-021-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions.
Mr. Banks requested a hearing from the public on these bills which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bills and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Banks moved to pass the bills on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection Bill Nos. BL2012-199 and BL2012-200 were considered together.
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 cancelling the Westwood Trace Residential Planned Unit Development Overlay District located at 8423 Highway 100 approved previously for 37 single-family lots, at the southeast corner of Highway 100 and Natchez Trace Parkway, zoned RS30 and CL and proposed for SP (19.2 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 96P-016-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission.
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, RS40, RS30 and CL to SP zoning (portion within PUD Overlay and proposed for cancellation) for properties located at 8423 Highway 100 and 5948 Pasquo Road, at the southeast corner of Highway 100 and Natchez Trace Parkway (35.31 acres), to permit residential and various non-residential uses, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012SP-013-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without.
Mr. Mitchell requested a hearing from the public on these bills 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 bills 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 RS40 to SP zoning for property located at Highway 100 (unnumbered), at the southeast corner of Highway 100 and Pasquo Road (17.39 acres), to permit nursing home, assisted-living and residential uses, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012SP-012-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. 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 IWD to SP zoning for property located at 114 Powell Place, at the northwest corner of Powell Avenue and Armory Drive (13.92 acres) and partially within the Floodplain Overlay District, to permit retail, commercial and light industrial uses, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012SP-019-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Mr. Tenpenny 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. Tenpenny 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 and 17.16 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to tent camping on religious institution property within the industrial zoning districts, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2012Z-011TX-001). Ms. Barry moved to defer the bill indefinitely, 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 add “Tasting Room” as an accessory use in the IWD, IR and IG zoning districts (Proposal No. 2012Z-013TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with amendments. 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 a citizen was heard in favor of 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 amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, to create “Farm Market” as a new use to be permitted by special exception in the AG and AR2a zoning districts and specifying the applicable conditions, signage, and parking standards (Proposal No. 2012Z-015TX-001). Mr. Tygard moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution authorizing the Director of Public Property, or his designee, to exercise an option to purchase real property (Map 131-01 Parcel 005.00) for the use and benefit of the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (Proposal No. 2012M-020PR-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Education and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees.
A resolution accepting a grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to provide partial funding for one employee’s salary in the Mayor’s Office of Children and Youth. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
A resolution approving an application for a Fire Prevention and Safety Grant from the United States Department of Homeland Security to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Fire Department. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees.
A resolution approving Amendment One to a grant agreement between the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management, to enhance the nation’s port and maritime infrastructure to prevent, respond to, and recover from threats of terrorism. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees.
A resolution approving Amendment Two to a grant from the U. S. Department of Homeland Security to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Fire Department, for equipment to enhance the safety of firefighting personnel against fire and fire-related hazards. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees.
A resolution accepting a grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, for the implementation of a permanent near-road Nitrogen Dioxide monitoring station to support compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees.
A resolution approving a contract between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health and Mars Petcare US, Inc. to provide food for animals in Metro Animal Care and Control and to promote adoption efforts for those animals. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees.
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 TENNderCare outreach services for enrolled children. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees.
A resolution modifying the master list of architects and engineers originally approved by Resolution No. R94-1050.
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees.
A resolution approving agreement No. 12ESTNGEML00037 with the United States Department of the Interior - United States Geological Survey for participation in the cooperative gaging program from July 2012 to June 2013. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees.
A resolution appropriating the amount of $77,000.00 from the General Fund Reserve Fund of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the purchase of equipment and building repairs. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claims of Peggy Duncan Mathes, Administrator of the Estate of Roy Glenn Hall, Jr., against the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and Corrections Officers Scott Arnold, Lamondo Brown, Elsie Noel, and Micah Nowack for $10,000.00, and that said amount be paid out of the judgments and losses fund. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the claim of Donna Haskins and Daniel Haskins against the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in the amount of $22,000.00, and that said amount be paid out of the Self-Insured Liability Fund. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
A resolution authorizing Horton Group, Inc., to install, construct and maintain an aerial encroachment at 136 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard (Proposal No. 2012M-014EN-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees.
A resolution authorizing White Lodging Services Corporation to install, construct and maintain an aerial encroachment at 301 3rd Avenue South for Hyatt Place (Proposal No. 2012M-008EN-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees.
A resolution encouraging elected officials authorized to perform wedding ceremonies to establish a procedure to enable newly-married couples to make a charitable contribution in lieu of or in addition to the payment of a gratuity. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee.
Having been unanimously approved by all of the appropriate Committees, Mr. Steine moved to adopt the Consent Agenda Resolutions, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Allen, Baker, Langster, Weiner, Evans, Holleman, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (33); “Noes” (0).
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution providing amendments to the Charter of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, in accordance with Article 19, Section 19.01, and setting forth a brief description of each amendment to be placed on the ballot. The Charter Revision Commission recommended deferment. Ms. Blalock moved to defer the resolution to the second meeting in September, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution accepting certain incomplete infrastructure and property interests located in Woodland Forest, Section 2, Subdivision No. 2003S-161G-06, pursuant to Chapter 10.90 to the Metropolitan Code for completion and maintenance in the interest of public health and safety. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee; the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Mitchell moved to suspend the rules to allow the resolution to be heard and no objection was made. Mr. Mitchell moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Allen, Baker, Langster, Evans, Holleman, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Mitchell (31); “Noes” (0).
Without objection, the rules were suspended for consideration of one (1) late resolution.
A resolution accepting a Clean Tennessee Energy Grant from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Water Services Department, to replace aged HVAC units and ductwork with new energy efficient units on the Omohundro water plant campus. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Garrett moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Allen, Baker, Langster, Evans, Holleman, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Mitchell (31); “Noes” (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTON AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance amending Chapter 2.64 of the Metropolitan Code to require members of boards and commissions to provide an email address and telephone number for posting on the nashville.gov website. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 5.04 of the Metropolitan Code to limit the Metropolitan Government’s contribution to the Partnership 2020 program. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 5.04 of the Metropolitan Code to prohibit the use of Metropolitan Government funds to purchase, construct, or erect building or ground signs that identify the name of an elected or appointed official. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 5, Chapter 2 of the Metropolitan Code relative to property tax billing and payment procedures. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance naming the West Police Precinct in honor of Chief Joe Casey. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages and Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 15.44.050 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws by adding a subsection authorizing the temporary reduction of sewer charges for customers who install green roofs on buildings within the combined sewer area. 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 approving the acquisition of property located at 914 Berwick Trail for the Berwick Trail Pump Station Upgrade Project (11-SC-107) (Proposal No. 2012M-011PR-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 approving the acquisition of property located at 3268 Brick Church Pike for the Brick Church Pike Equalization Facility Project (11-SC-110) (Proposal No. 2012M-013PR-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 property rights for the Vandiver Pump Station Upgrade Project (No.11-SC-109) (Proposal No. 2012M-014PR-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 approving the acquisition of property located at 0 Brush Hill Road for the Loves Branch Pump Station Upgrade Project (11-SC-108) (Proposal No. 2012M-016PR-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 and/or exchange of property for the purpose of acquiring land for recreational use by the Metropolitan Government as part of the Mill Creek Greenway (Proposal No. 2012M-021PR-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, Parks, Library and Recreation and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving the acquisition of easements for the Dickerson Pike Stormwater Improvement Project (11-SWC-0280) located east of Dickerson Pike along Ben Allen Road, Broadmoor Drive and Hillside Road (Proposal No. 2012M-012ES-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 and acceptance of easements on properties located at 0, 414, 422, and 607 Munn Road for the Munn Road Bridge Replacement Project (No.12-WC-0034)(Proposal No. 2012M-013ES-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 acquiring permanent and temporary easements for the Saturn Drive Stormwater Improvement Project (11-SWC-0283) on properties located along Murfreesboro Pike and Saturn Drive (Proposal No. 2012M-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 approving the Metropolitan Government to acquire permanent and temporary easements for the Jackson’s View Stormwater Improvement Project (11-SWC-0313) on fifteen properties located along Andrew Jackson Way, Bret Ridge Drive, Carriage Way Court, Jacksons Hill Road, Jacksons Valley Road and Jacksons View Road (Proposal No. 2012M-015ES-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 to amend Title 8 and Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code to modify the regulations and standards pertaining to the keeping of chickens on school property (Proposal No. 2012Z-017TX-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 17.40.740 of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, to provide a waiver of the zoning application fee for applications filed by Members of Council in response to the Planning Commission’s determination that a Planned Unit Development (PUD) district is inactive after conducting a periodic review, all of which is more specifically described herein (Proposal No. 2012Z-018TX-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee 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 cancelling a portion of The Shoppes at Ridgeview Commercial Planned Unit Development Overlay District located on a portion of property at Eagle View Boulevard (unnumbered) and approved for retail uses, approximately 575 feet east of Bell Forge Lane, zoned MUL and proposed for SP (0.9 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007P-005-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee 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 MUL to SP district for a portion of property located at Eagle View Boulevard (unnumbered), approximately 575 feet east of Bell Forge Lane (0.9 acres), to permit a carwash, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012SP-018-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee 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 CS zoning for properties located at 2721 Shacklett Drive and at 555, 559 and 561 Upshaw Drive, at the southeast corner of Shacklett Drive and Upshaw Drive (1.63 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012Z-015PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee 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 district for property located at 6115 Charlotte Pike, approximately 170 feet west of Balmy Avenue (0.96 acres), to permit automobile sales (used), automobile repair, and all other uses permitted by the MUL district, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012SP-008-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee 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 RM20 to SP zoning for property located at 2215 Abbott Martin Road, approximately 350 feet west of Hillsboro Circle (1.72 acres), and partially located within the Floodplain Overlay District, to permit up to 90 multifamily units and an associated parking deck, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2012SP-021-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee 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 Alley No. 802 and Alley No. 815 right-of-way and easements (Proposal No. 2012M-006AB-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Traffic and Parking Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works, Traffic and Parking 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 Reedwood Drive right-of-way and easement. (Proposal No. 2012M-008AB-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Traffic and Parking Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
An ordinance amending Section 10.64.015 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to fire flow requirements for single-family homes constructed on larger lots in the General Services District. The Codes, Fair and Farmers Market and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Hunt moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance abandoning easements previously retained within the former rights-of-way of Alley numbers 104, 106 and 113 on property located at 719 Church Street (Proposal No. 2011M-005ES-002). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. 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 abandoning eight drainage easements on properties located at 609, 625, 628, 632, 636, 641, 648 and 649 Belle Park Circle (Proposal No. 2012M-011ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Todd moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing MuniNet Fiber Agency to construct, install, and maintain fiber optic cable within Davidson County, Tennessee, all of which is more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2012M-011EN-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. In the absence of the sponsor, the bill was deferred.
An ordinance approving a ground lease between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and the State of Tennessee for construction of a Tennessee Highway Patrol Communications Tower in Cane Ridge (Proposal No. 2012M-019PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. 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 readopting the Code of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, prepared by Municipal Code Corporation including supplemental and replacement pages thereof, containing certain ordinances of a general and permanent nature enacted on or before April 17, 2012. The bill was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Mr. Steine 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 declaring surplus and approving the disposition of certain parcels of real property labeled Exhibits A-R and described below (Proposal No. 2012M-010PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Harrison moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Allen, Baker, Langster, Evans, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (30); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to name the private road accessing the Townhomes of Shadow Glen, “Shadow Glen Drive” to provide better public service, particularly emergency service, to the residents of the Townhomes (Proposal No. 2012M-004SR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works, Traffic and Parking and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Banks moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Allen, Baker, Langster, Evans, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (30); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance approving an agreement by and between the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission and Fifth Third Bank concerning sponsorship of Artober Nashville. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Matthews moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Allen, Baker, Langster, Evans, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (30); “Noes” (0).
- MEMORIALIZING RESOLUTIONS -
Without objection, the rules were suspended for consideration of one (1) late resolution.
A resolution recognizing Mary Catherine Schweiss Strobel’s 100th Birthday. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Ms. Barry moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Allen, Baker, Langster, Evans, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (30); “Noes” (0).
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.