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Minutes

Metropolitan Council Meeting
Tuesday, August 5, 2014


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

The invocation was offered by Councilman Jason Holleman.

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, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Weiner, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell and Neighbors (38); Absent: Evans, Blalock (2).

The Minutes of the regular meeting of July 15, 2014, were approved.

- MESSAGES FROM MAYOR -

July 30, 2014

Vice Mayor Diane Neighbors
Members of the Metropolitan Council
Metro Courthouse, Suite 204
Nashville, TN 37201

Dear Vice Mayor and Members of the Metropolitan Council:

Pursuant to regulations of the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office, the attached Reports on Debt Obligation must be submitted to the Metropolitan Council and presented at a meeting of that body before filed with the Comptroller.

As previously approved by the Metropolitan Council, we began a new General Obligation Commercial Paper Program on July 9, 2014. The program consists of three series of notes as described in the reports:

GO Commercial Paper Notes, Series A-1
GO Commercial Paper Notes, Series A-2
GO Extendable Commercial Paper Notes, 2014 Program

Please find below a link to the City’s Investor Relations Page for additional information: http://www.nashville.gov/Finance/Office-of-the-Treasurer/Debt/Investor-Relations.aspx.

Sincerely,
Karl F. Dean
Mayor

August 4, 2014

Vice Mayor Diane Neighbors
Members of the Metropolitan Council
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County
Metropolitan Courthouse, Suite 204
Nashville, TN 37201

Dear Vice Mayor Neighbors and Members of the Council:

Please find attached the State of Tennessee reporting form, State Form No. CT-0253, required to be submitted to the local legislative body following the sale of bonds previously authorized by the Metropolitan Council. The report is for the sale of $109,120,000 Electric System Revenue Bonds, 2014 Series A, which closed on June 25, 2014.

As always, we appreciate the Metropolitan Council’s support in these important financing initiatives.

Sincerely,
Karl F. Dean
Mayor

- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -

Board of Health
Reappointment of Ms. Carol Etherington for a term expiring July 9, 2019. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Stites moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.

Appointment of Ms. Francisca Guzman for a term expiring July 9, 2019. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment and Mr. Stites moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.

Hospital Authority
Reappointment of Ms. Martha Ezell for a term expiring July 11, 2019. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Stites moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.

Tourism and Convention Commission
Reappointment of Mr. Howard Kittell for a term expiring June 30, 2017. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Stites moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.

Reappointment of Mr. Shannon Sanders for a term expiring June 30, 2017. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment and Mr. Stites moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.

Appointment of Ms. Dawn Southworth for a term expiring June 30, 2017. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.

- RESOLUTIONS ON PUBLIC HEARING -

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1165

A resolution exempting Courtyard by Marriott Green Hills located at 3800 Bedford Avenue from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit pursuant to Section 7.08.090.E. of the Metropolitan Code. Mr. McGuire 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 Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee recommended deferment. Mr. McGuire requested a suspension of the rules to allow the resolution to be heard and no objection was made. Mr. McGuire moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (31); “Noes” (0).

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1166

A resolution exempting The Local Taco located at 1100 Fatherland Street, #104 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” Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (32); “Noes” (0).

- BILLS ON PUBLIC HEARING -

BILL NO. BL2014-808

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 OR20, RM20 and OR20-A to MUL-A zoning for properties located at 813 and 816 B 19th Avenue North and at 19th Avenue North (unnumbered), at the intersection of Herman Street and 19th Avenue North (0.38 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014Z-034PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Langster requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. Langster moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-821

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 3029 and 3035 Brick Church Pike , approximately 300 feet south of Ewing Drive (2.66 acres), to permit heavy equipment sales and service, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-030-001).The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without.
Mr. Harrison requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Harrison moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-832

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 OR20 to MUN-A zoning for property located at 1128 3rd Avenue South, at the northeast corner of 3rd Avenue South and Chestnut Street (0.1 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014Z-040PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Moore requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. Moore moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-833

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS7.5 to SP zoning for property located at 2324 Riverside Drive, approximately 550 feet north of McGavock Pike (1.01 acres), to permit up to seven detached residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-022-001). 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 no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Davis moved to pass the bill on second reading and defer the bill to the first meeting in September, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-834

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 SP zoning for property located at 7347 Charlotte Pike, approximately 395 feet east of Old Hickory Boulevard, (1.74 acres), to permit an office and retail development, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-035-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Mr. Tygard 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. Tygard moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-835

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 zoning for property located at 1813 Beech Avenue, approximately 390 feet north of Wedgewood Avenue (0.49 acres), to permit up to seven detached residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-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 first meeting in September, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-836

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS7.5 to SP zoning for property located at Ewing Drive (unnumbered), at the northwest corner of Ewing Drive and Gwynnwood Drive and partially located within the Floodplain Overlay District, (3.74 acres), to permit up to 28 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-032-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, with conditions, disapproved without. Mr. Harrison requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and citizens were heard in favor of and in opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Harrison moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-837

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from SP to SP zoning for property located at 942 Riverside Drive, approximately 170 feet south of Rosebank Avenue, (0.59 acres), to permit up to 11 dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-034-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. 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 no one came forward to be heard. 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. BL2014-838

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 Broadway Historic Preservation Overlay District to various properties located along Broadway, 2nd Avenue South, and 3rd Avenue South, at the corner of Broadway and 2nd Avenue South (approximately 1.16 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014HP-001-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Gilmore requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. Gilmore moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-839

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from SP to DTC zoning for properties located at 201, 203, 205, 207, 209, 215, 217 and 221 Broadway and 109, 113 and 119 2nd Avenue South and at 110 and 116 3rd Avenue South, between 2nd and 3rd Avenues South (1.16 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014Z-043PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Gilmore requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. Gilmore moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

- CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS -

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1167

A resolution approving the amendment of a Foreign-Trade Zone Application Operations Agreement between The Metropolitan Government and Ozburn-Hessey Logistics, LLC (“OHL”) for the operation of a Foreign-Trade Zone. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1169

A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Tennessee Arts Commission, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Arts Commission, for funding to non-profit organizations to conduct community arts projects in Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1170

A resolution accepting and appropriating a donation from the Local Organizing Committee/Women’s Final Four to the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1171

A resolution approving an application for the Juvenile Accountability Block Grant from the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1172

A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Finance and Administration, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the State Trial Courts, to provide funding for Metropolitan Government employees to receive training to promote a coordinated, multi-disciplinary approach to improving the criminal justice system’s response to violence against women. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1173

A resolution approving an agreement between the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (“DEA”), and the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, to provide police assistance to the Middle Tennessee Drug Enforcement Task Force. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1174

A resolution accepting 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, for the Healthy Start Home Visiting Program to improve health and development outcomes for at-risk children through evidence-based home visiting programs. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1175

A resolution approving Amendment Five to the contract by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, and Vanderbilt University to establish responsibilities in complying with the Tuberculosis Trials Consortium. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1177

A resolution accepting a grant from Greenways for Nashville to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, to provide funding and benefits for the position of Development Coordinator of Greenways for Nashville in conjunction with the Metropolitan Nashville Greenways Commission.
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library and Recreation Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1178

A resolution approving an application for the recycling rebate from the State of Tennessee to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1179

A resolution approving three amendments to three agreements between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and the State of Tennessee, Department of Environment and Conservation, concerning maintenance of closed solid waste disposal facilities. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1180

A resolution authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to enter into an agreement with the City of Belle Meade for the acceptance and treatment by the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County of sewage flow from the City of Belle Meade’s sewage collection system and Amendments to existing Agreements with the following: City of Brentwood for Amendment One to an Agreement for sewage treatment; City of Goodlettsville for Amendment One to an Agreement for sewage treatment; City of La Vergne for Amendment Two to an Agreement for sewage treatment; City of Millersville for Amendment One to an Agreement for sewage treatment. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1181

A resolution accepting a grant from Smart Growth America, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Planning Department, to establish a framework to establish and measure progress towards metrics to improve public health, reduce social inequities, protect the environment, and enhance public involvement in transportation decision-making. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1182

A resolution appropriating funds from a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Planning Department, to support the salary and associated expenses of a new staff position to perform regional bike and pedestrian planning and coordination activities. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1183

A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the personal injury and property damage claims of Hibo Gedi and Ahmad Jimale in the amount of $35,000.00, and the personal injury and property damage claims of Bounnhune Senmounnarath against the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in the amount of $19,000.00, and that said amounts be paid out of the Self-Insured Liability Fund. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1184

A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the personal injury claim of Melissa Sanchez against the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in the amount of $9,500.00, 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. RS2014-1185

A resolution approving the election of certain Notaries Public for Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1187

A resolution recognizing the Cane Ridge Community Club located in South Nashville. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1188

A resolution recognizing the Little Creek Community Club in Northern Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1189

A resolution recognizing the Oglesby Community Club in South Nashville. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1190

A resolution recognizing the Scottsboro Community Club located in North Nashville. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1191

A resolution recognizing the Whites Creek Community Club in Northwest Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee.

Having been unanimously approved by all of the appropriate Committees, Mr. Stites moved to adopt the Consent Agenda Resolutions, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Hunt, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Dowell, Bedne, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (32); “Noes” (0).

- RESOLUTIONS -

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1168

A resolution approving the execution and delivery of an Intergovernmental Project Agreement (Downtown Parking Garage Project) by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee and the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (33); “Noes” (0).

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1176

A resolution accepting and appropriating the donation of approximately $160,500 to the Metropolitan Government for the use and benefit of Metro Animal Care and Control. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals and Social Services Committees. Mr. Steine moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Maynard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stites, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Dominy, Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (34); “Noes” (0).

RESOLUTION NO. RS2014-1186

A resolution recognizing Mr. Ken Jakes for his service to our community. The Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Tygard moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -

BILL NO. BL2014-846

An ordinance amending Chapter 2.224 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the administration of the Community Garden Grant Program. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library and Recreation Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-847

An ordinance amending Chapter 4.12 of the Metropolitan Code to require contracts for government relations and lobbying services to include a requirement that reports be submitted to the Metropolitan Council regarding lobbying efforts and activities on behalf of the Metropolitan Government. 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.

BILL NO. BL2014-848

An ordinance authorizing the Health and Educational Facilities Board of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee to negotiate and execute an agreement for payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with HCA Realty, Inc. 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.

BILL NO. BL2014-849

An ordinance naming the Victim Resource Center in the Ben West Building in honor of Jean Crowe. 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.

BILL NO. BL2014-850

An ordinance to amend the Geographic Information Systems Street and Alley Centerline Layer for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing the name of Trinity Hills Parkway, at the terminus of Vista Lane, to “Woodland Star Way” (Proposal No. 2014M-003SR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Emergency Communications District Board, Public Works, Traffic, Parking and Transportation and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-851

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon approximately 500 linear feet of 30 inch combination sewer main (Project# 14-SL-68) and 720 linear feet of six inch water main (Project# 14-WL-23) along 4th Avenue North and to abandon approximately 390 linear feet of six inch water main along Jackson Court for various properties located between Harrison and Jackson Streets, (MWS Project Nos. 14-SL-68 and 14-WL-23 and Proposal No. 2014M-038ES-001).
The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-852

An ordinance to amend the Geographic Information Systems Street and Alley Centerline Layer for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by abandoning a portion of 4th Avenue North right-of-way and easement (Proposal No. 2014M-009AB-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 by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-853

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 and OL to SP zoning for a portion of property located at 410 Donelson Pike, at the northwest corner of Lakeland Drive and Donelson Pike (2.04 Acres), to permit up to 15 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-045-001). 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.

BILL NO. BL2014-854

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 property located at 404 South 16th Street, at the southwest corner of South 16th Street and Boscobel Street (0.14 Acres), to permit three detached units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-049-001). 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.

BILL NO. BL2014-855

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS15 to SP zoning for property located at 4214 Central Pike, at the southeast corner of South New Hope Road and Central Pike (15.4 Acres), to permit a mixture of uses, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-050-001). 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.

BILL NO. BL2014-856

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 zoning for property located at 7295 Sonya Drive, approximately 1,360 feet north of Old Hickory Boulevard (1.83 Acres), to permit up to 16 residential dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-043-001). 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.

BILL NO. BL2014-857

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from IR to MUL-A zoning for property located at 800 44th Avenue North, approximately 140 feet south of Illinois Avenue (1.66 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014Z-048PR-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.

BILL NO. BL2014-858

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from SP to SP zoning for property located at Bell Road (unnumbered), approximately 200 feet south of Eagle View Boulevard, (0.9 acres), to permit a restaurant, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-038-001). 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.

BILL NO. BL2014-859

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 1008 Joseph Avenue, approximately 230 feet south of Evanston Avenue, (0.16 acres), to permit up to two detached dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-048-001). 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.

- BILLS ON SECOND READING -

BILL NO. BL2014-771

An ordinance amending 17.36 and 17.40 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to creating a contextual overlay district (Proposal No. 2014Z-010TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Hunt moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-824

An ordinance providing the honorary designation of “Keaton’s Cut Place” for a portion of Old Clarksville Pike. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Matthews moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-826

An ordinance to amend the Geographic Information Systems Street and Alley Centerline Layer for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by abandoning a portion of right-of-way for Alley No. 1999 (Proposal No. 2014M-008AB-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. 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. BL2014-840

An ordinance amending Chapter 7.08 of the Metropolitan Code to prohibit beer permits from being issued for establishments located within a shopping mall containing a community center and/or public library. The bill was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee with an amendment. Ms. Dowell offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Dowell moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded. Mr. Dominy moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded. Mr. Matthews moved to table the motion to defer indefinitely, which motion was seconded and was passed by a roll call vote. The matter recurred on the motion to pass the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-841

An ordinance amending Chapter 8.12 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the minimum size of outdoor animal enclosures. The bill was approved by the Health, Hospitals and Social Services with an amendment. Ms. Bennett offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Bennett moved to defer the bill as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-842

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon retained easement rights in a portion of the former right-of-way of 50th Avenue North (closed via Council Ordinance O74-1115) for property located at 4915 Illinois Avenue (Proposal No.2014M-030ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. 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. BL2014-843

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon approximately 200 linear feet of existing eight inch public sewer main and to accept approximately 1600 linear feet of eight inch public sewer main for property located at 440 Hogan Road (MWS Project No. 14-SG-0015 and Proposal No. 2014M-031ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Harmon moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-844

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon approximately 525 linear feet of existing eight inch public water main, 375 linear feet of eight inch public water main and the associated easement, and to accept approximately 1,263 linear feet of 10 inch D.I.P. water main, 355 linear feet of eight inch D.I.P. water main with seven fire hydrant assemblies, and 1,438 linear feet of eight inch sewer main and easements for various properties located south of Charlotte Avenue (MWS Project Nos. 13-WL-64 and 13-SL-61 and Proposal No. 2014M-033ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. 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. BL2014-845

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 enter into an agreement with Ole South/Craighead, hereinafter known as “OLE SOUTH”, to fund a portion of the additional operation and maintenance of a public pressure sewer extension for its development at Harvest Grove Phase 2 (Project No. 06-SL-83). The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees.

- BILLS ON THIRD READING -

BILL NO. BL2014-799

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 property located at 1209 Hawkins Street, approximately 270 feet west of 12th Avenue South (0.19 Acres), to permit up to four residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-014-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. The bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Ms. Gilmore moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2014-802

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 1102 Joseph Avenue, approximately 80 feet north of Evanston Avenue, (0.16 acres), to permit one single-family dwelling or a detached two-family dwelling, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-026-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. The bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Scott Davis requested a suspension of the rules to allow an amendment to be heard and no objection was made. Mr. Davis offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Davis moved to pass the bill on third reading as amended, 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, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Johnson, Dominy, Potts, Dowell, Duvall, Todd, Mitchell (34); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2014-804

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 515 South 13th Street, approximately 400 feet south of Shelby Avenue, (0.18 acres), to permit up to two dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014SP-024-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. The bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning and Historical Committee. Mr. Westerholm offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Westerholm moved to pass the bill on third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Potts, Dowell, Todd (28); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2014-822

An ordinance amending Chapter 7.08 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the definition of “performing arts facility” for the purpose of obtaining a permit to sell beer. The bill was approved by the Public Safety-Beer and Regulated Beverages Committee. Ms. Gilmore moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Potts, Dowell, Todd (28); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2014-823

An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to participate with the Cumberland River Compact to improve water quality in Davidson County by removing the low dam in Richland Creek at McCabe Golf Course. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library and Recreation Committees. Mr. Holleman moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Potts, Dowell, Todd (28); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2014-825

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 February 5, 2014. The bill was approved by the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee. Ms. Barry moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Potts, Dowell, Todd (29); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2014-827

An ordinance to amend the Geographic Information Systems Street and Alley Centerline Layer for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by abandoning right-of-way for Keys Alley and Alley No. 241 (Proposal No. 2014M-006AB-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 requested a suspension of the rules to allow an amendment to be heard and no objection was made. 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 third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Anthony Davis, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Potts, Dowell, Todd (29); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2014-828

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon retained easement rights in a portion of the former right-of-way of 53rd Avenue North (closed via Council Ordinance O71-1391) for properties located at 5300 Pennsylvania Avenue and 5215 Centennial Boulevard (Proposal No. 2014M-028ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Baker moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Potts, Dowell, Todd (28); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2014-829

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon approximately 175 linear feet of a 20 foot public water main easement recorded in Book 1130, Page 55, in which Metro Water Services removed the former 18 foot public water main installed in the easement in 1998 for the property located at 3516 Wrenwood Drive, (Proposal No. 2014M-026ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Mr. Holleman moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote:
“Ayes” “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Potts, Dowell, Todd (28); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2014-830

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon approximately 77 linear feet of eight inch public sewer main and easement and to accept one new public sewer manhole for properties located at 301, 307, and 315 8th Avenue South and 300 and 312 9th Avenue South, (MWS Project No. 14-SL-0050 and Proposal No. 2014M-027ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Potts, Dowell, Todd (28); “Noes” (0).

BILL NO. BL2014-831

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon approximately 190 linear feet of 10 inch public sewer main and existing easement, and to accept approximately 194 linear feet of an eight inch public sewer main for properties located at 105, 107, and 109 16th Avenue South, and at McGavock Street (unnumbered), (MWS Project No. 14-SL-0027 and Proposal No. 2014M-019ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works and Planning, Zoning and Historical Committees. Ms. Gilmore moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” “Ayes” Barry, Steine, Garrett, Tygard, Matthews, Harrison, Hunt, Banks, Scott Davis, Westerholm, Bennett, Pridemore, Pardue, Glover, Stanley, Claiborne, Tenpenny, Moore, Allen, Gilmore, Baker, Langster, Holleman, McGuire, Harmon, Potts, Dowell, Todd (28); “Noes” (0).

Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.

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