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Minutes

Metropolitan Council Meeting
Tuesday, December 3, 2013


The Metropolitan Council met in regular session on this date at 6:30 p.m. in the Metropolitan Courthouse.

The invocation was offered by Mr. Chris Choate.

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, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell and Neighbors (38); Absent: Stites, Weiner, Duvall (3).

The Minutes of the regular meeting of November 19, 2013, were approved.

- PROPOSED RULES AMENDMENT -

Rule 47 of the 2011-2015 Rules of Procedure of the Council, as amended, be amended by deleting the last sentence in its entirety and substituting with the following:

“If the Metropolitan Clerk is directed to send a copy of a nonbinding memorializing resolution to an individual, group of individuals, department, or agency upon adoption of the resolution, and if such resolution does not receive a unanimous affirmative vote of the Members of Council present at the meeting at which the resolution is considered, then the Clerk shall transmit a copy of the actual Council vote along with the copy of the resolution.”

At the request of the sponsor the proposed amendment was deferred.

- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -

Convention Center Authority
Appointment of Ms. Irwin Fisher for a term expiring September 30, 2017. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Ms. Barry moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.

Without objection RS2013-926 were taken out of order.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2013-926

A resolution confirming the appointment of Irwin Fisher to the board of directors of The Convention Center Authority of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. 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, Scott Davis, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (36); “Noes: (0).

The regular order of business was resumed was this time.

Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency
Reappointment of Mr. Melvin Black for a term expiring November 5, 2017. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Ms. Barry moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Minutes amended December 19, 2017 to reflect expiration date of November 5, 2018.

Stormwater Management Committee
Reappointment of Mr. Roy Dale for a term expiring October 31, 2017. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Ms. Barry moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.

Metropolitan Clerk
Appointment of Ms. Shannon Hall effective December 3, 2013. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Ms. Barry moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.

- RESOLUTION ON PUBLIC HEARING -

RESOLUTION NO. RS2013-919

A resolution exempting Two Ten Jack located at 1900 Eastland Avenue 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 bill 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, Westerholm, Scott Davis, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (36); “Noes: (0).

- BILLS ON PUBLIC HEARING -

BILL NO. BL2013-585

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 CL, MUL, SP, RS10, OR20, CN and R6 to MUN-A and MUL-A zoning for various properties located along Maxey Lane, McGavock Pike, Oxford Street and Riverside Drive, between Oxford Street and Geneiva Drive (5.92 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013Z-034PR-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.

BILL NO. BL2013-586

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 the Eastwood Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District to various properties located along Eastland Avenue and Scott Avenue, between Porter Road and Chapel Avenue (2.45 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013NHC-002-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Westerholm 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. Westerholm moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-587

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 4900, 4902, 4904 and 4906 Tennessee Avenue, at the northwest corner of Tennessee Avenue and 49th Avenue North (0.7 acres), to permit up to nine residential dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-027-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Mr. Baker 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. Baker moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-588

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 to SP zoning for properties located within the Woodland-in-Waverly Historic Preservation District at 2107, 2111, and 2115 White Avenue, approximately 195 feet south of Prentice Avenue (0.57 acres), to permit up to 8 residential dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-033-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. 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 citizens were heard in favor of and in opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. Moore moved to defer the bill to the second meeting in December, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-589

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 to SP zoning for properties located at 1505 and 1507 Porter Road and for a portion of properties located at 1516 and 1528 C Riverside Drive, approximately 200 feet south of Cahal Avenue, (1.89 acres), to permit up to 28 residential dwelling units and up to 6,000 square feet of commercial space, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-030-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. 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 a citizen was heard in favor of passage of the bill. 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.

BILL NO. BL2013-590

An ordinance to amend Section 17.32.050 of the Metropolitan Zoning Code to prohibit LED message boards and digital display signs within the ORI-A zoning district (Proposal No. 2013Z-013TX-002). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. 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 no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. Allen moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-595

An ordinance approving Amendment No. 5 to the Phillips-Jackson Street Redevelopment Plan. 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 citizens were heard in favor of and in opposition to passage of the bill. 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 roll call vote of the Council: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Claiborne, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (32); “Noes” Glover, Stanley (2); “Abstaining” Tygard (1).

- CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS -

RESOLUTION NO. RS2013-903

A resolution exempting Frothy Monkey located at 2509 12th Avenue South from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit pursuant to Section 7.08.090.E. of the Metropolitan Code. The resolution was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2013-921

A resolution to approve the second amendment to the lease agreement between The Metropolitan Government and Square Investment Holdings, LP for office space in the Washington Square Building located at 222 Second Avenue North (Proposal No. 2011M-002PR-002). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2013-922

A resolution approving Amendment One to a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Correction, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the State Trial Courts, to divert felony offenders from the Tennessee prison system by providing community supervision and treatment services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2013-923

A resolution approving Amendment One to a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Human Services, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Davidson County Juvenile Court, to establish and enforce federal and state mandated child support program guidelines for children born out of wedlock. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2013-924

A resolution accepting a grant from the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to create a comprehensive strategy to address issues and barriers to responsible fatherhood. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2013-925

A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the personal injury claim of Anita Ransom against the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in the amount of $10,000.00, and that said amount be paid out of the Self-Insured Liability Fund. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2013-927

A resolution recognizing Shirley Blackburn for her 40 years of outstanding service to the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2013-928

A resolution recognizing Kathleen Callaghan for her 35 years of outstanding service to the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee.

Having been unanimously approved by all of the appropriate Committees, Ms. Barry 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, Scott Davis, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (36); “Noes: (0).

- RESOLUTION -

RESOLUTION NO. RS2013-920

A resolution amending the Capital Improvements Budget and Program 2013-2014 through 2018-2019 (Ordinance No. BL2013-467) to modify a Finance Department Section 1 GSD Project. The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following roll call vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Blalock, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (30); “Noes” Glover, Tenpenny (2); “Abstaining” Tygard, Stanley, Claiborne, Dominy (4).

Without objection BL2013-593 and BL2013-594 were taken out of order.

BILL NO. BL2013-593

An ordinance approving the issuance of one or more series of Public Improvement Revenue Bonds (Ballpark Project) by The Sports Authority of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County; authorizing the Metropolitan Government's execution and delivery of a trust indenture relating to said bonds; authorizing the Metropolitan Government's execution and delivery of an intergovernmental agreement relating to said bonds and development of the ballpark; authorizing the pledge of certain of the Metropolitan Government's revenues as security for the bonds; and authorizing an official statement to be distributed in connection with the sale of the bonds. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Convention, Tourism and Public Entertainment Facilities Committees. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Tygard offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded. After discussion, Mr. Hunt called for the previous question, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the council. The matter recurred on the motion to adopt the amendment which failed by a roll call vote of the Council. After discussion, Mr. Harrison called for the previous question, which motion was seconded and adopted by a roll call vote of the Council. The matter recurred on the motion to pass and was adopted by the following roll call vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Blalock, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd (28); “Noes” Tygard, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Dominy, Mitchell (7); “Abstaining” Jernigan (1).

BILL NO. BL2013-594

An ordinance approving agreements for the acquisition and disposition of real property relating to the construction of a minor league baseball stadium and acquisition of a parcel of property comprising a portion of the campus of the former Tennessee Preparatory School (Proposal No. 2013M-043PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Mitchell offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and failed by a roll call vote of the Council. The matter recurred on the motion to pass and was adopted by the following roll call vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd (33); “Noes” Stanley (1); “Abstaining” Jernigan, Mitchell (2).

The regular order of business was resumed was this time.

- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -

BILL NO. BL2013-603

An ordinance to amend Chapters 2.62 and 11.12 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the regulation of small outdoor music events on commercial property. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-604

An ordinance to amend Chapter 11.12 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the noise from buses parked near hotels and motels within the commercial attraction (CA) zoning district. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-605

An ordinance amending Chapter 6.74 of the Metropolitan Code relating to other passenger vehicles for hire. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance; Convention, Tourism & Public Entertainment Facilities; Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages and Traffic, Parking and Transportation Committees which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-606

An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission to accept donations or sponsorships to help cover its costs associated with the Americans for the Arts 2014 Annual Convention; and, appropriating those funds to the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission for that purpose. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-607

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. 384 and Alley No. 387 right-of-way (Proposal No. 2013M-015AB-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, Parking and Transportation and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-608

An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of certain right-of-way, drainage, and temporary construction easements and property rights on a portion of 25 parcels located along Baptist World Center Drive and Haynes Meade Circle, by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2012-R-5, Baptist World Center Sidewalk Improvements (Proposal No. 2013M-022PR-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 which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-609

An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of certain right-of-way, drainage, and temporary construction easements and property rights on a portion of 14 parcels located along Chesterfield Avenue and Blair Boulevard, by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2012-R-7, Chesterfield Avenue/Blair Boulevard Sidewalk Improvements (Proposal No. 2013M-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, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-610

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to negotiate and accept permanent and temporary easements for the Saunders Avenue Stormwater Improvement Project for various properties located along Saunders Avenue, Saunders Court, Edwards Avenue, and Virginia Avenue (Project No. 14-SWC-082 and Proposal No. 2013M-052ES-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 which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-611

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to negotiate and accept permanent and temporary easements for the 4300 Clarksville Pike Stormwater Improvement Project for property located at 4300 Clarksville Pike A(Project No. 14-SWC-079 and Proposal No. 2013M-050ES-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 which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-612

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon approximately 350 linear feet of an existing eight inch public sewer main and easement and to accept approximately 334 linear feet of eight inch P.V.C. public sewer and 87 linear feet of eight inch D.I.P. public sewer main and easement for properties located at 1400 14th Avenue South, 1441, 1441B, and 1443 12th Avenue South (MWS Project No. 13-SL-56 and Proposal No. 2013M-053ES-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 which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-613

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon retained easement rights of former alley No. 926 (closed via Council Ordinance O60-119) and former Alley No. 925 (closed via Deed Book 2343, Page 409) for properties located at 407 23rd Avenue North, 2300 Charlotte Avenue and 2400 Charlotte Avenue (Proposal No. 2013M-054ES-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 which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-614

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon approximately 100 linear feet of an existing unused public sewer easement for properties located at 2907 A, 2909 A, and 2911 A West Linden Avenue (Proposal No. 2013M-051ES-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 which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-615

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon approximately 720 linear feet of an existing eight inch public sewer main and 170 feet of easement and to accept approximately 364 linear feet of eight inch P.V.C. public sewer main and 160 feet of new sewer easement and 344 feet of eight inch D.I.P. public sewer main and easement for property located at 541 Spence Lane (MWS Project No. 13-SL-0072 and Proposal No. 2013M-049ES-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 which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-616

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 to SP zoning for properties located at 700 and 704 Porter Road and 2009 Eastland Avenue, approximately 200 feet south of Franklin Avenue (0.66 acres), to permit up to 11 detached single-family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-040-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, with conditions and disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-617

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 RM20-A zoning for properties located at 717 and 801 Cherokee Avenue, approximately 375 feet east of Jones Avenue (0.85 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013Z-038PR-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 which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-618

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 MUN zoning for property located at 4225 Central Pike, at the northwest corner of Central Pike and N. New Hope Road (3.11 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013Z-040PR-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 which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-619

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 IWD zoning for properties located at McGavock Pike (unnumbered), approximately 1,850 feet north of Harding Place and partially located within the Floodplain Overlay District (88.81 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013Z-031PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, with conditions and disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-620

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 R8 to SP for property located at 906 Boscobel Street, approximately 175 feet east of South 9th Street and located within the Edgefield Historic Preservation District (0.2 acres), to permit up to two detached residential dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-020-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, with conditions and disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-621

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 to SP for property located at 2107 Bernard Avenue, approximately 175 feet west of 21st Avenue South (0.27 acres), to permit an existing building to be used for general office, medical office and/or residential, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-043-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, with conditions and disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-622

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 IWD zoning for a portion of property located at 2487 Pulley Road, approximately 1,460 feet north of Couchville Pike (5.5 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013Z-041PR-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 which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-623

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 1317 Jones Avenue, approximately 575 feet north of Douglas Avenue (0.17 acres), to permit a single-family or a detached two-family residential unit, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-052-001). 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 which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-624

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 R8 and RS7.5 to IWD zoning for properties located at 443 and 457 Woodfolk Avenue and 2512, 2600 and 2604 Brick Church Pike and a portion of property at 2506 Brick Church Pike, approximately 2,200 feet north of W. Trinity Lane (17.92 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013Z-032PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, with conditions and disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-625

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 ORI-A zoning for various properties located along Nance Lane and Parris Avenue, approximately 700 feet south of Murfreesboro Pike (6.16 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013Z-042PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, with conditions and disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-626

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 SP for properties located at 1804 and 1808 Graybar Lane and 1919 and 1921 Woodmont Boulevard (8.75 acres), to permit up to 28 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-039-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, with conditions and disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-627

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 CL and RS5 to SP zoning for property located at 719, 723 and 731 Douglas Avenue, at the northwest corner of Montgomery Avenue and Douglas Avenue (2.04 acres), to permit up to 29 residential dwelling units and office use, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-032-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, with conditions and disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-628

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, CS and IR to SP for various properties located along Charlotte Avenue, Park Avenue, 40th Avenue North and Elkins Avenue and bounded by Charlotte Avenue to the north, 40th Avenue North to the east, Alley No.1197 to the south and a CSX railroad to the west, (7.4 acres), to permit uses permitted in the MUL-A district and up to 320 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-037-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, with conditions and disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-629

An ordinance amending Sections 8.12.020 and 17.16.250 pertaining to the keeping of chickens on residential property to remove the sunset provision and remove the prohibition of chickens in certain Council districts (Proposal No. 2014Z-001TX-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-630

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 properties located at 6030 and 6034 Sedberry Road, at the southwest corner of Sedberry Road and Old Harding Pike (1.34 acres), to permit up to eight single-family detached residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-041-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, with conditions and disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

- BILLS ON SECOND READING -

BILL NO. BL2013-591

An ordinance amending Chapter 10.20 of the Metropolitan Code. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees with an amendment. Mr. Steine offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-592

An ordinance amending Section 7.08.140 of the Metropolitan Code to allow weekend beer deliveries for special events. The bill was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Westerholm moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-596

An ordinance authorizing the Director of Public Property, or his designee, to accept, execute and record a deed from Wilson Bank and Trust to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for certain parcel of property (known as Map 062-01 Parcel 17), for use as part of the Cumberland River Greenway system (Proposal No.2013M-042PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Parks, Library and Recreation and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Claiborne moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-597

An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of certain right-of-way, slope, and temporary construction easements and property rights on a portion of 32 parcels located between 4th Avenue South and 8th Avenue South, by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2013-R-12A, Division Street Extension Phase 1 Right-of-Way Acquisition (Proposal No. 2013M-041PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-598

An ordinance approving and accepting a contribution in the amount of $60,000 from The RESIDENTIAL GROUP via WEV, LLC for signal improvements at the intersection of 31st Avenue North and Long Boulevard. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Ms. Langster moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-599

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. 114 right-of-way and easement (Proposal No. 2013M-013AB-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee; the Public Works and Traffic, Parking and Transportation Committees approved the bill with an amendment. Ms. Gilmore offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Gilmore moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-600

An ordinance adopting the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Map for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and the Geographic Information Systems Street and Alley Centerline Layer, (Proposal Number 2013M-003OT-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Dominy moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2013-601

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 July 2, 2013. The bill was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Ms. Barry 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 -

BILL NO. BL2013-552

An ordinance amending Section 16.24.330 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the parking of motor vehicles for sale on commercial property. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair and Farmers Market Committee. Mr. Harmon moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Blalock, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (36); “Noes” (0).

SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2013-576

An ordinance amending Chapter 5.04 of the Metropolitan Code to authorize Metropolitan Government departments, agencies, boards, and commissions to submit applications for grants that do not require a local cash match without Council consideration of the application. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (34); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2013-577

An ordinance amending Section 2.24.240 of the Metropolitan Code to require a certified appraisal for the acquisition of certain property to be maintained as open space or used for recreational purposes. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library and Recreation Committees. Mr. Jernigan moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (34); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2013-578

An ordinance amending Section 5.04.070 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the audit requirement for nonprofit organizations receiving grants from the Metropolitan Government. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Tygard moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Evans, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (34); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2013-579

An ordinance to amend provisions of Metropolitan Code §5.32 relating to the County Clerk’s issuance of a decal as proof of payment of the local motor vehicle regulatory license fee. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (33); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2013-581

An ordinance authorizing the granting of permanent easements to Piedmont Natural Gas Co. on certain property owned by the Metropolitan Government (Tax Map 070-01-0 Parcel 060.00 and Tax Map 070-00-0 Parcel 037.00) (Proposal No. 2013M-043ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Steine moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (33); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2013-582

An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Department of Water and Sewerage Services (“METRO”), to participate with 2400 TNWESTEND Avenue, LLC (“TNWESTEND”), to provide public water service improvements for both TNWESTEND’s proposed development, as well as other existing properties in the area (Project No. 13-WL-0110). The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Ms. Langster moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (33); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2013-583

An ordinance authorizing Nashville Billiard Company, which is located at 927 8th Avenue South, to install, construct and maintain underground and aerial encroachments in the right-of-way of Archer Street (Proposal No. 2013M-007EN-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Moore moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (33); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2013-584

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. 515 right-of-way (Proposal No. 2013M-014AB-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Public Works, Traffic, Parking and Transportation and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Jernigan, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Dominy, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Todd, Mitchell (33); “Noes” (0).

Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.

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