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Minutes Metropolitan Council Meeting |
The Metropolitan Council met in regular session on this date at 6:30 p.m. in the Metropolitan Courthouse.
The invocation was offered by Reverend Curtis Bryant of Greater Heights Missionary Baptist Church.
The Metropolitan Council gave the pledge of allegiance to the American Flag.
The roll was called and the following members were present during the progress of the meeting: Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg and Briley (39); Absent: Swope, Murphy (2).
The Minutes of the regular meeting of October 18, 2016 were approved.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Community Corrections Advisory Board
Reappointment of Mr. Kevin R. McGee for a term expiring August 18, 2018. At the request of the appointee, the nomination was deferred.
Convention Center Authority
Appointment of Mr. Randy Rayburn for a term expiring September 30, 2020. Mr. Shulman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Reappointment of Mr. William L. Simons for a term expiring September 30, 2020. Mr. Shulman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Reappointment of Ms. Renata Soto for a term expiring September 30, 2020. Mr. Shulman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Nashville Education Community and Arts Television (NECAT)
Appointment of Mr. Jim Ed Norman for a term expiring February 5, 2019. Mr. Norman will fill the unexpired term of Mr. Michael Hart. Mr. Shulman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Transportation Licensing Commission
Reappointment of Ms. Rhonda Marko for a term expiring October 10, 2018. Mr. Shulman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Reappointment of Mr. Tom Turner for a term expiring October 10, 2018. Mr. Shulman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Appointment of Ms. Mona Lisa Warren for a term expiring October 10, 2018. Mr. Shulman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
- RESOLUTION ON PUBLIC HEARING-
A resolution exempting Fifty First Kitchen & Bar located at 5104 Illinois Avenue from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit pursuant to Section 7.08.090.E. of the Metropolitan Code. Ms. Roberts 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 had no recommendation due to lack of quorum. Ms. Roberts requested a suspension of the rules to allow the resolution to be heard and no objections were made. Ms. Roberts moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (37); “Noes” (0).
- BILLS ON PUBLIC HEARING-
An ordinance amending Section 17.40.120 of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, pertaining to the determination of inactivity of a planned unit development, all of which is more particularly described herein. (Proposal No. 2016Z-011TX-001). The Planning Commission recommended withdrawal. Ms. Mina Johnson moved to withdraw the bill, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to IWD zoning for property located at 3920 Stewarts Lane, approximately 3,580 feet south of Ashland City Highway and partially located within the Floodplain Overlay District (10.0 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2014Z-049PR-001). The bill was approved by Planning Commission. Ms. Hurt moved to defer the bill to the December public hearing, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by amending the Sharondale Drive Specific Plan District for various properties located along Sharondale Drive, Sharondale Court, and Sharon Hill Circle between Woodlawn Drive and Hillsboro Pike (29.44 acres) to clarify the measurement of maximum height for new buildings, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2007SP-065-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Pulley 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. Pulley moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS40 to CL zoning for properties located at 7330, 7340, 7350, 7360 and 7368 Whites Creek Pike, at the northeast corner of Whites Creek Pike and Interstate 24 (8.82 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-064PR-001). The bill was disapproved by Planning Commission. Mr. Leonardo moved to defer the bill to the January public hearing, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R20 to RS20 zoning for various properties located on Woodlawn Drive, Lynnbrook Road, and Bowling Avenue, east of Wilson Boulevard, (22.86 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-106PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Mina Johnson moved to defer the bill to the December public hearing, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Metropolitan Code of Laws Chapters 17.04, 17.08, 17.16, and 17.40 pertaining to telecommunication facility uses and Section 6.26.350 to insert therein a reference to Chapter 17.16. (Proposal No. 2016Z-019TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with a substitute. Mr. O’Connell requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and citizens were heard in opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. O’Connell moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from IWD to MUN-A zoning for properties located at 1333 and 1335 Baptist World Center Drive, at the northeast corner of Weakley Avenue and Baptist World Center Drive (0.31 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-057PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Hastings 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. Hastings moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from IWD to MUN-A zoning for properties located at 1109 and 1111 Baptist World Center Drive, at the northeast corner of Willis Street and Baptist World Center Drive (0.44 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-058PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Hastings 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. Hastings moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection, Bill Nos. BL2016-436, BL2016-437 and BL2016-438 were considered together.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by applying a Historic Landmark Overlay District to property located at 1020 Gibson Drive, approximately 800 feet north of Due West Avenue, zoned R15 and within a Planned Unit Development overlay (12.87 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016HL-001-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by applying a Neighborhood Landmark Overlay District for property located at 1020 Gibson Drive, approximately 800 feet north of Due West Avenue, zoned R15 and within a Planned Unit Development overlay (12.87 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016NL-003-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by canceling a portion of the Maybelle Carter Retirement Center Planned Unit Development Overlay District on property located at 1020 Gibson Road, approximately 800 feet north of Due West Avenue, zoned R15 and within a Planned Unit Development overlay (12.87 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 27-80P-002). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission.
Ms. VanReece requested a hearing from the public on these bills which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bills and citizens were heard in favor of passage of the bills. The President declared the public hearing closed. Ms. VanReece moved to pass the bills on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection, Bill Nos. BL2016-439 and BL2016-440 were considered together.
BILL NO. BL2016-439
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 to SP zoning for property located at 1216 Gallatin Avenue, approximately 240 feet southwest of Douglas Avenue, within a Planned Unit Development, (4.46 acres), to permit a mixture of commercial uses and self-service storage, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-069-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without.
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 canceling of a portion of a Planned Unit Development Overlay District for property located at 1216 Gallatin Avenue, approximately 240 feet southwest of Douglas Avenue, zoned CL (4.46 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2003P-019-006). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without.
Mr. Scott Davis requested a hearing from the public on these bills which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bills and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Davis moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R6 to SP zoning for property at 1700 McKinney Avenue, at the northwest corner of McKinney Avenue and 18th Avenue North (0.24 acres), to permit up to four residential dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-050-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Mr. Hastings 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. Hastings moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from IWD to MUL-A zoning for property located at 1305 2nd Avenue South, approximately 165 feet northwest of Gray Street (0.1 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-096PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Sledge 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. Sledge moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from SP to R6-A zoning for property located at 1235 Joseph Avenue, at the southeast corner of Douglas Avenue and Joseph Avenue, (0.19 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-099PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Scott 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, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from CS to SP zoning for properties located at 6006 and 6010 Sterling Street, at the southwest corner of Mackie Street and Sterling Street, (2.35 acres), to permit 28 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-067-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Ms. Roberts 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. Roberts moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R6 and SP to SP zoning for properties located at 1116 and 1118 Sigler Street, at the northeast corner of Sigler Street and 13th Avenue South, (0.5 acres), to permit 11 multi-family units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-068-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Mr. O’Connell 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. O’Connell moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by cancelling the Historic Bed and Breakfast Overlay and to apply a Historic Bed and Breakfast Homestay Overlay District on property located at 712 Neely's Bend Road, southwest of the terminus of Hillcrest Drive, zoned RS20 (1.95 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016HL-003-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Pridemore requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill a citizen was heard in favor of passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Pridemore moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from IWD to MUL-A zoning for properties located at 1104 and 1106 Baptist World Center Drive and 1407 Napoleon Street, at the southeast corner of Baptist World Center Drive and Napoleon Street (0.84 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-097PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Hastings 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. Hastings moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by applying a Historic Landmark Overlay District to property located at 2614 Jefferson Street, approximately 345 feet west of 26th Avenue North, zoned CS and within the Jefferson Street Redevelopment District (0.18 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016HL-002-001). Mr. Kindall 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. Kindall moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from SP to R6-A zoning on properties located at 123, 125, and 127 Cleveland Street and 904, 906, 908, 908B, 910, and 912 North 2nd Street, at the northwest corner of Cleveland Street and North 2nd Street (1.13 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-119PR-001). Mr. Scott Davis moved to defer the bill to the January public hearing, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by applying a contextual overlay on various properties located at the southeast corner of Goodwin Road and Richards Road, zoned AR2a, R15, R8 and RM6 and partially within a Planned Unit Development Overlay District (approximately 79.53 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-123PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Vercher 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. Vercher moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R8 to SP zoning for property located at 1112 South Douglas Avenue, at the northwest corner of 12th Avenue South and South Douglas Avenue, (0.32 acres), to permit four residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-061-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Mr. Sledge 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. Sledge moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from SP to SP zoning for various properties located on Garfield Street and 4th Avenue North, on the southeast corner of Garfield Street and 4th Avenue North, (0.8 acres), to permit 16 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-065-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Mr. O’Connell 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. O’Connell moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance extending the boundaries of the Urban Services District within the jurisdiction of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to include certain properties located in Council Districts 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 31, as more particularly described herein (Proposal No. 2016USD-001-001). 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 citizens were heard in favor of and in opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Pridemore offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Allen moved to pass the bill on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
- CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS –
A resolution approving a memorandum of agreement between Access Fiber Group, Inc. and The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Historical and Historic Zoning Commissions, for the commissioning of an Economic Impact Study and a monetary contribution for the purchase of a historical marker at Fort Nashborough. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees.
A resolution authorizing the execution and delivery of an economic development incentive grant agreement between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and The Country Music Film Project, LLC/WETA. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
A resolution appropriating $30,000 through a grant contract with Oasis Center, Inc. for the provision of services that help youth grow, thrive and create positive change in their lives and our community. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
A resolution accepting a grant from Oasis Center, Inc., to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Davidson County Juvenile Court, for the implementation of Tennessee Wyman’s Teen Outreach Program as a part of the probation services in order to decrease risky behaviors and increase life skills among youth. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Administrative Office of the Courts, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Davidson County Juvenile Court, to provide mediation services for low income and indigent self-represented litigants with child access and visitation issues in Juvenile Court at off-site locations. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
A resolution appropriating $250,000 through a grant contract by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Nashville Public Library, with Oasis Center, Inc. to provide college access services for the Nashville Scholars Program. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, and Recreation Committees.
A resolution accepting a grant from Tennessee Woman’s Suffrage Monument, Incorporated to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, for the reimbursement of costs associated with the temporary and permanent installation of the Tennessee Woman Suffrage Monument in Centennial Park. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, and Recreation Committees.
A resolution accepting a grant from the Friends of Shelby Park and Bottoms to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Parks and Recreation Department, to provide funding for a drinking fountain at the Cornelia Fort Trailhead. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, and Recreation Committees.
A resolution approving a contract between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, and the Nashville Academy of Medicine to provide access to the Charisma Salus database system for patient tracking and prescription tracking. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees.
A resolution confirming the appointment of Nick Leonardo as the Metropolitan County Council representative to the Quality Assurance Committee for the Bordeaux Long Term Care facility as operated by LP North Nashville, LLC, a subsidiary of Signature Healthcare, LLC. The resolution was approved by the Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committee.
A resolution approving an amendment to and assignment of a parking agreement between the Metropolitan Government and Stahlman Redevelopment Partners, LLC for the use of parking spaces for a fee in the courthouse parking garage to extend the expiration of the term of that agreement from 2046 to 2053 (Proposal No. 2016M-032PR-001). The resolution was approved by the approved by Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees.
A resolution approving a license agreement between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Nashville Farmers’ Market, and the State of Tennessee, Department of General Services, for parking spaces (Proposal No. 2016M-031PR-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Codes, Fair, and Farmers Market, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees.
A resolution confirming the reappointments of Renata Soto and William Lucas Simons to the board of directors of The Convention Center Authority of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, effective November 1, 2016. The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committee.
A resolution confirming the appointment of Randy Rayburn 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, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committee.
A resolution approving the election of certain Notaries Public for Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committee.
A resolution recognizing the retirement of Bill and Linda Godfrey from their twenty-five year run of serving Greek food to thousands of people, both Nashvillians and visitors alike, at the Greek Touch Restaurant in the Downtown Arcade. The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committee.
Having been unanimously approved by all of the appropriate Committees, Mr. Shulman moved to adopt the Consent Agenda Resolutions, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0).
- RESOLUTIONS –
A resolution urging Live Nation Entertainment to take measures to ensure the equitable distribution and availability of tickets and to implement anti-scalping controls for events conducted at Ascend Amphitheater in Nashville & Davidson County. The Convention, Tourism, and Public Entertainment Facilities Committee recommended a two meeting deferral. Mr. Shulman moved to defer the resolution to the first meeting in December, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution allowing exemption of motor vehicles registered in Davidson County that are three (3) or less model years old from the required vehicle inspection and maintenance program to attain or maintain compliance with national ambient air standards. The Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committee recommended deferment. Ms. Gilmore moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution accepting a Port Security Grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Office of Emergency Management, to mitigate an equipment shortfall within the Port of Nashville by adding one National Incident Management System (NIMS) response package for Radiological/Nuclear Detection (RND). The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cooper moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Kindall, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving an application for the 2016 Homeland Security Grant from the State of Tennessee, Tennessee Emergency Management Agency, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cooper moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Kindall, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Safety and Homeland Security, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the State Trial Courts to undertake Alcohol Countermeasures Highway Safety Projects to decrease the number of driving under the influence crashes. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cooper moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Kindall, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution approving Amendment Two to 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 Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, to support the provision of mental health services and criminal justice system advocacy to victims of violent crime. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cooper moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Kindall, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (37); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating funds from the United States Department of Health and Human Services to the Metropolitan Action Commission to support the Head Start and Early Head Start Programs. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees with an amendment. Mr. Cooper offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council with Mr. Bedne abstaining. Mr. Cooper moved to adopt the resolution as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Kindall, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (36); “Noes” (0); “Abstaining” Bedne (1).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance to amend Title 2 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require employees of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County to report fraud and unlawful acts committed against the Metropolitan Government. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 2.190 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to clarify the online posting requirements applicable to the various departments, boards and commissions of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County upon the submission of reports to the Metropolitan Council. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Personnel, Public Information, Human Relations, and Housing and Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Chapter 16.24 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the definition of mulch. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Codes, Fair, and Farmers Market Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving a contract with Nature’s Best Organics of Tennessee, LLC to provide all labor, equipment, materials and supplies for the receiving, processing, disposal and composting of all yard waste and vegetative storm debris collected by or on behalf of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, as part of routine collection and major storm events. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing sewer and water main and easements and to accept new sewer main and easements, sanitary sewer manholes and a fire hydrant for property located at 2906 Foster Creighton Avenue (MWS Project No. 16-WL-156 and 16-SL-126 and Proposal No. 2016M-050ES-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 and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing sanitary sewer and water mains and any associated easements, sanitary sewer manholes and fire hydrants and to accept a new fire hydrant and any necessary easements for property located at 0 Knights of Columbus Boulevard, (MWS Project Nos. 16-WL-115 and 16-SL-127 and Proposal No. 2016M-051ES-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 and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
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 a portion of South 19th Street to “Oakhill Drive” (Proposal Number 2016M-004SR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the ECD Board, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing easement rights and to acquire new easements for properties located at 27 Willis Street and 100 Fern Avenue (Proposal No. 2016M-047ES-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 and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing Nashville Downtown Partnership to install, construct and maintain underground encroachments in the right of way located at Porter Road and Eastland Avenue (Proposal No. 2016M-032EN-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 and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from IWD to MUG-A zoning on property located at 521 and 545 Great Circle, approximately 530 feet southwest of Mainstream Drive, (7.94 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-111PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from MUN to MUL-A zoning for property located at 307 Wilburn Street, approximately 170 feet east of Meridian Street, (0.28 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-103PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R10 to CS-A zoning on properties located at 2138 and 2142 Murfreesboro Pike, approximately 580 feet southeast of Franklin Limestone Road, within the Murfreesboro Pike UDO at Una Antioch Pike (1.94 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-109PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by amending the Hillwood Court at Nashville West Specific Plan District for property located at 6813 B and 6817 Charlotte Pike, approximately 640 feet southwest of West Hillwood Drive, (4.37 acres), to add parcel 015 permit and permit a maximum of 50 residential units where 34 residential units were previously approved, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-048-003). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by canceling a Planned Unit Development located at 1132 Shelton Avenue, at the corner of Shelton Avenue and Windsor Avenue (0.66 acres), zoned RS7.5, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 90-82P-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from CS to MUL-A zoning on property located at 467 Humphreys Street, approximately 95 feet northwest of Martin Street, (0.17 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-115PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS5 to R6-A zoning on property located at 901 A Douglas Avenue, approximately 308 feet east of Cline Avenue, (0.33 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-112PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by canceling a portion of a Planned Unit Development Overlay District on various properties, southeast of the Fatherland and South 5th Street intersection, zoned RM20 (78.02 acres), to permit implementation of a Specific Plan, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016P-001-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from CN and RM20 to SP zoning on various properties located southeast of Shelby Avenue and South 4th Street, (83.39 acres), to permit a mixed-use development, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-076-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from IWD to MUN-A zoning on properties located at 1311, 1313 and 1315 Baptist World Center Drive, approximately 545 feet southeast of Weakley Avenue, (0.72 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-128PR-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS5 to R6 zoning on properties located at 116, 118, 120 and 124 Fern Avenue, approximately 65 feet northwest of Katie Avenue, (0.9 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-129PR-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from CL to MUL-A zoning on property located at 1041 A East Trinity Lane, northeast of the terminus of Dozier Place, (1.27 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-116PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R6 to RS3.75-A zoning on property located at 4911 Tennessee Avenue, approximately 280 feet southwest of 49th Avenue North, (0.22 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-113PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
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SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2016-381
An ordinance to amend Chapter 6.28 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to Short Term Rental Property (STRP). The Codes, Fair, and Farmers Market and Convention, Tourism, and Public Entertainment Facilities recommended deferral. Ms. Allen moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council with Ms. Roberts abstaining.
An ordinance approving the assignment or transfer of the franchise rights held by Nashville Data Link, LLC to Windstream KDL, LLC (Proposal No. 2016M-003FR-01). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees; the Public Works Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Cooper moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 7.08.090 of the Metropolitan Code to remove the requirement that restaurants possess a license issued by the state alcoholic beverage commission for sale and consumption of wine or other alcoholic beverages on the premises in order to obtain an exemption to the minimum distance requirements for beer sales. Ms. Allen moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer the bill to the Public Safety, Beer, and Regulated Beverages Committee, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acceptance of certain property known as Map 105-09 Parcel 286 from the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency to the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (Proposal No. 2016M-029PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees. Mr. Sledge moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing sewer and water main and sanitary manhole and to accept new sanitary manholes and any associated easements for properties located at 1 University Park Drive and 3704 Rosemont Avenue, (MWS Project No. 16-WL-143 and 16-SL-161 and Proposal No.2016M-046ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Pulley moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving Amendment One to the Ground Lease for Rose Park between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Department of Parks and Recreation, and Belmont University (Proposal No. 2016M-019PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Parks, Library, and Recreation, and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees. Mr. Sledge moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving a revocable license agreement between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Department of Human Resources and Operation Stand Down Tennessee for the use of office space (Proposal No. 2016M-034PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees. Ms. Allen moved to pass the bill on second reading and refer the bill to the Personnel, Public Information, Human Relations, and Housing Committee, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
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An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by cancelling a portion of the Forest View Park Planned Unit Development, and by changing from R10 to RS10 zoning for property located at Forest View Drive (unnumbered), approximately 430 feet east of Murfreesboro Pike, zoned R10 (7.84 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 23-85P-003) (Proposal No. 2016Z-051PR-001). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. The Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee recommended deferral to the second meeting in April at the request of the sponsor. Ms. Karen Johnson moved to defer the bill to the second meeting in April, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance granting a franchise to TN Backhaul Networks, LLC, to construct, operate, and maintain a telecommunications system within Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County under the provisions of Metropolitan Code of Laws, Title 6, Chapter 26 (Proposal No. 2016M-001FR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. The Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee recommended deferral. Mr. Pridemore requested a suspension of Rule No. 24 and objections were made. The bill was deferred in accordance with Rule 24.
An ordinance amending Chapter 2.149 of the Metropolitan Code to require residential rental properties receiving allocations from the Barnes Fund to include language concerning tenant conduct in the rental agreement. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair, and Farmers Market and Personnel, Public Information, Human Relations, and Housing Committees. Mr. Hastings moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in March, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R6 to MUL-A zoning for property located at 356 Glenrose Avenue, approximately 300 feet west of Sadler Avenue (0.23 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-081PR-001). The bill was approved by Planning Commission and the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Mr. Sledge moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0).
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 RM15-A zoning for property located at 322 Wallace Road, approximately 230 feet southwest of Humber Drive, (1.92 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-070PR-001). The bill was approved by Planning Commission and the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Mr. Potts moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (33); “Noes” (0); “Abstaining” Bedne (1).
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 RS10 to R6-A zoning for properties located at 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2013, and 2015 Overby Road, approximately 230 feet north of East Trinity Lane (1.08 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-086PR-001). The bill was approved by Planning Commission and the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Mr. Scott Davis moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0).
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2016-417
An ordinance amending Section 12.40.150 of the Metropolitan Code to prohibit the display of vehicles for sale upon residential properties abutting or adjacent to arterial streets. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair, and Farmers Market Committee. Ms. Karen Johnson moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following roll call vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, Syracuse, Allen, Roberts, Pulley, Elrod, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (22); “Noes” Leonardo, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Freeman, Sledge, O’Connell, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Blalock (11); “Abstaining” Rhoten (1)..
An ordinance approving the First Amendment to the License and Lease Agreement between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through its Parks and Recreation Board, and Nashville Hockey Club Limited Partnership (Proposal No. 2016M-030PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Parks, Library, and Recreation Committees. Mr. Cooper moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government to enter a participation agreement for the construction of public infrastructure improvements with Century Farms, LLC. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Ms. Dowell moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote:
“Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance to amend the Geographic Information Systems Street and Alley Centerline Layer for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by abandoning unimproved Alley Number 308 right-of-way (Proposal Number 2016M-020AB-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Traffic and Parking Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees. Mr. Scott Davis moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance granting a franchise to Extenet Systems, Inc., to construct, operate, and maintain a telecommunications system within Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County under the provisions of Metropolitan Code of Laws, Title 6, Chapter 26 (Proposal No. 2016M-002FR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, and Public Works Committees. The Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee recommended deferral. Mr. Cooper moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in December, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance readopting the Code of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, prepared by Municipal Code Corporation including supplemental and replacement pages thereof, containing certain ordinances of a general and permanent nature enacted on or before July 6, 2016. The bill was approved by the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee. Mr. Shulman moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (33); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance amending BL2016-334, which authorized the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency to negotiate and accept payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes from its lessees operating low income housing tax credit properties pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated 13-20-104 and revised the program for determining qualifications and eligibility for such payments. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Mendes moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (33); “Noes” (0).
The President announced that there are two vacancies on the Community Education Commission to be filled by election of the Council. Nominations must be filed with the Metropolitan Clerk not later than 4:00 pm on Tuesday, November 15, 2016. Nominees will be referred to the Rules-Confirmations-Public Elections Committee for a recommendation, and an election will be conducted at the December 6, 2016 meeting of the Council.
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.
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