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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 Nashville Youth Poet Laureate Cassidy Martin.
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, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg and Briley (36); Absent: Gilmore, Haywood, Pardue, Kindall, Henderson (5).
The Minutes of the regular meeting of December 6, 2016 were approved.
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Stormwater Management Committee
Reappointment of Mr. G. Dodd Galbreath for a term expiring October 31, 2020. The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the reappointment. Mr. Shulman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
- PROPOSED RULES AMENDMENTS -
Mr. Shulman reported that proposed amendments to the Rules of Procedure of the Metropolitan Council were approved by the Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committee. Those items will be distributed to the Council for a vote at the next meeting on January 3, 2017.
- RESOLUTIONS ON PUBLIC HEARING-
President Pro Tempore Pridemore assumed the Chair at this time.
A resolution exempting Barcelona Edgehill, LLC/Barcelona Wine Bar located at 1200 Villa Place, Suite 110, from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit pursuant to Section 7.08.090.E. of the Metropolitan Code. Mr. Sledge 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. Sledge moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0).
President Briley re-assumed the Chair at this time.
A resolution exempting Dose Café and Dram Bar located at 1400 McGavock Pike from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit pursuant to Section 7.08.090.E. of the Metropolitan Code. Mr. Anthony Davis 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. Anthony Davis moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0).
A resolution exempting Preservation Ale House located at 307B Wilburn Street from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit pursuant to Section 7.08.090.E. of the Metropolitan Code. Mr. Scott Davis 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. Scott Davis moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0).
- CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Titans Foundation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Sports Authority, to assist with new purchases benefiting the Special Event Program funded by the Public Investment Plan. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Convention, Tourism, Public Entertainment Facilities Committees.
A resolution accepting a T.O.T.A.L. (Totally Outstanding Teen Advocates for the Library) Grant from the Nashville Public Library Foundation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Public Library, to provide a leadership team to design, develop, and implement programs for both the public and other teens at a minimum of five branch locations. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, and Recreation Committees.
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee State Library and Archives to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Nashville Public Library, to provide a well-trained library staff to assist customers in accessing technology as a means of closing the digital divide. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, and Recreation Committees.
A resolution accepting a grant from Red Caboose Playground, Inc. to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Parks and Recreation Department, for the benefit of Red Caboose Playground in Bellevue Park. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, and Recreation Committees.
A resolution approving Amendment One to an Emergency Solutions Grant from the State of Tennessee, Tennessee Housing Development Agency, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the use and benefit of the Metropolitan Nashville Social Services Commission to provide services to the homeless and those at risk from homelessness. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees.
A resolution approving Amendment Four to a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to enhance access to a comprehensive continuum of high quality, community-based care for low income individuals and families with HIV disease. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees.
A resolution approving a contract between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, and the Progreso Community Center to operate a mobile unit to provide services to current and potential Women Infants & Children (WIC) Program recipients. The resolution was approved by the Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committee.
A resolution approving an application for a Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Planning Department, to improve state and local transportation facilities that provide access to and through federal lands for visitors, recreationists, and resource users. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees.
A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the personal injury claims of Rebecca Jamison and Oran Jamison against the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in the amount of $75,000.00, and that said amount be paid out of the Self-Insured Liability Fund. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
A resolution recognizing and celebrating Joseph “Joe Pat” Patrick Breen’s 55th anniversary of the priesthood. The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committee.
A resolution recognizing the Nashville Junior Chamber and Hytch, LLC. 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, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0).
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution approving 750 South 5th Street as the location of the new administrative offices facility for the Sheriff. The resolution was approved by the Public Safety, Beer, and Regulated Beverages Committee. Mr. Withers moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0).
A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Board of Public Education to require all buses purchased for purposes of serving Metropolitan Nashville Public School students to be equipped with seatbelts. The resolution was approved by the Education Committee with an amendment. Ms. Johnson offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Johnson moved to adopt the resolution as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0).
A resolution accepting a grant from the Nashville Predators to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Sports Authority, in support of the Special Events Coordinator position as outlined in the Sports Authority’s Special Event Program funded by the Public Investment Plan. The Budget and Finance and Convention, Tourism, Public Entertainment Facilities Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Cooper moved to defer the resolution, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution approving Amendment Two to a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to enhance access to a comprehensive continuum of high quality, community-based care for low income individuals and families with HIV disease. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees. Mr. Cooper moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0).
- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -
An ordinance amending section 2.24.250 of the Metropolitan Code concerning the disposition of surplus real property. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending chapter 2.44 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require the Metropolitan Police Department to provide reports of positive engagements with the community to the Metropolitan Council. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Public Safety, Beer, and Regulated Beverages Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending section 4.48.030 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding confidential information. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Personnel, Public Information, Human Relations, and Housing Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending chapter 8.04 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding animal control officers and chapter 8.12 pertaining to outdoor animal enclosures. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending chapter 8.20 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding running at large of certain animals. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving the removal plan for certain buildings and structures on The Fairgrounds Nashville property (Proposal No. 2017M-003PR-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Codes, Fair, and Farmers Market and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing R.C. Mathews Contractor, LLC to install, construct and maintain underground and structural encroachments in the right-of-way located at 315 Union Street (Proposal No. 2016M-035EN-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 Lifeway Plaza to “J M Frost Plaza” (Proposal Number 2017M-001SR-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, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation 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 Jo Johnston Avenue to “Lifeway Plaza” (Proposal Number 2017M-002SR-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, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation 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 Boscobel Street to “North 6th Street” (Proposal Number 2017M-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, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of easements and property rights by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2016-R-005, 11th Avenue South Sidewalk Improvements (Proposal No. 2017M-007ES-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, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation 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 abandoning a portion Alley Number 516 right-of-way and easement (Proposal Number 2016M-016AB-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and the Traffic and Parking Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation 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 R6 to ORI-A zoning on property located at 407 31st Avenue North, approximately 200 feet northwest of Charlotte Pike, (0.12 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-124PR-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 CL to MUN-A zoning on property located at 2214 Gains Street, at the southeast corner of Free Silver Road and Gains Street, (0.12 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-121PR-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 a Preliminary SP on properties located at 1267 and 1271 3rd Avenue South, at the southwest corner of 3rd Avenue South and Hart Street, zoned SP (0.95 acres), to permit a mixed-use development with up to 89 residential units and a maximum 8,500 square feet of non-residential uses, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-039-002). 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 applying a contextual overlay on various properties located along Colbert Drive and Shadow Lane, east of Rosebank Avenue, (16.21 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-138PR-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.
Without objection, the rules were suspended for consideration of one (1) late ordinance.
An ordinance repealing, in part, Ordinance No. BL2014-688, as amended, to rescind the Metropolitan Council’s approval of the Agreement to Lease and Purchase between Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Autumn Assisted Living Partners, Inc., and the Hospital Authority of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, dated January 10, 2014, regarding the disposition of real property relating to The Knowles Home Assisted Living and Adult Day Services facility; and further repealing Ordinance No. BL2015-1283, as amended, to rescind the Metropolitan Council’s approval of the Purchase and Sale Agreement by and between Vision Real Estate Investment Corporation and the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for the sale of approximately 76 acres located at 1010 Camilla Caldwell Lane. Mr. Leonardo moved to pass the bill on first reading and refer the bill to the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON SECOND READING -
An ordinance establishing a program for the purpose of providing assistance to low-income elderly residents of the Metropolitan Government for the fiscal year 2016-2017. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Cooper moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Title 2 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative to Economic and Community Development Incentive Grants. The Budget and Finance Committee made no recommendation. Mr. Cooper moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 12.40.040 of the Metropolitan Code to prohibit non-electric vehicles from parking in electric vehicle charging stations. The Public Works and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Bedne moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 12.40.090 of the Metropolitan Code to provide guidance for placement of handicapped parking spaces on public streets outside residential properties. The Public Works and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees recommended deferment. Mr. Sledge moved to defer the bill to the second meeting in January, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Chapter 13.20 of the Metropolitan Code to require approval by the Metropolitan Council for obstructions or excavations which close or occupy any portion of the public right of way for a period in excess of one (1) year. The Public Works Committee recommended deferment. Mr. Elrod moved to defer the bill to the second meeting in January, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the granting of temporary and permanent easements to Piedmont Natural Gas Co. on certain property owned by the Metropolitan Government (Tax Map 094-00-0 Parcels 029.00, 038.00 and 039.00 and Tax Map 094-10-0 Parcel 059.00) (Proposal No. 2016M-052ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. 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 authorizing the acquisition of certain easements and property rights by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2015-R-026, Willow Branch Drive Sidewalk Improvements (Proposal No. 2016M-031ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical and Public Works Committees. Ms. Karen Johnson moved to defer the bill to the second meeting in January, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of easements and property rights by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2015-R-024, Greenfield Avenue Sidewalk Improvements (Proposal No. 2016M-042ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Anthony Davis 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 acquisition of easements and property rights by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2012-R-020, Branch Street Sidewalk Improvements (Proposal No. 2016M-048ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Anthony Davis 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 acquisition of easements and property rights by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2015-R-002, 18th Avenue South Sidewalk Improvements (Proposal No. 2016M-43ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Ms. Allen 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 acquisition of easements and property rights by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2016-R-022, Neely’s Bend Road Intersection Improvements (Proposal No. 2016M-044ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. 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 authorizing the acquisition of easements and property rights by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2015-R-009, Ewing Lane Culvert Replacement (Proposal No. 2016M-045ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. 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 authorizing the acquisition of certain easements and property rights by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2015-R-004, Franklin Avenue Sidewalk Improvements (Proposal No. 2016M-49ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Withers 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 acquisition of easements and property rights by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2014-R-007, Lebanon Pike Sidewalk Improvements (Proposal No. 2016M-053ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Syracuse 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 acquisition of easements and property rights by negotiation or condemnation for use in public projects of the Metropolitan Government, initially for purposes of Public Works Department Project Number 2015-R-027, Jones Circle Sidewalk Improvements (Proposal No. 2016M-032ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Scott Davis 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 a portion of an existing sewer easement on property located at 801 Cowan Street (Proposal No. 2016M-058ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Scott Davis 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 easement rights for property located at 0 Illinois Avenue (Proposal No. 2016M-055ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. 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 authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing easement rights for property located at 5000 Kentucky Avenue between Alley 1207 and Kentucky Avenue (Proposal No. 2016M-057ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. 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 authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to negotiate and accept permanent and temporary easements for the Torbay Drive Stormwater Improvement Project for two properties located at 4868 and 4874 Torbay Drive (Project No. 17-SWC-090 and Proposal No. 2016M-056ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Ms. Allen moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
- BILLS ON THIRD READING-
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2016-409
A request to rezone from R80 to SP zoning for property located at 7897 Old Charlotte Pike, approximately 1,050 feet northeast of Fire Tower Road, (8.2 acres), to permit all uses permitted by R80 and a kennel (only permitted with issuance of a special exception permit by Board of Zoning Appeals in accordance with the development standards of Section 17.16.175.A), requested by Dale & Associates, Inc., applicant; The Mountain view Trust, owner (Proposal No. 2016SP-086-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. The bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Mr. Rosenberg moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote:
“Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (33); “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 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 and the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Ms. Murphy moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (32); “Noes” (0); “Abstaining” Scott Davis (1).
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2016-414
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 various properties along Elvira Avenue, Maynor Avenue, and Keeling Avenue, approximately 600 feet west of Anderson Place, (5.82 acres), to permit a maximum of 221 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-087-001). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Scott Davis offered a substitute ordinance and moved that it be accepted for filing, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
SECOND SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2016-414
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 various properties along Elvira Avenue, Maynor Avenue, and Keeling Avenue, approximately 600 feet west of Anderson Place, (4.86 acres), to permit a maximum of 180 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-087-001). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. The Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee recommended indefinite deferment. Mr. Scott Davis moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2016-460
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RM20 to R8 zoning for properties located along Marlin Avenue, east of Sharondale Drive, (0.64 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-130PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Ms. Murphy moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, 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 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 and the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Mr. Hastings moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (33); “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 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 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, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (33); “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 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 and the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Ms. Karen Johnson moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (33); “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 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 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, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (33); “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 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 and the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Mr. Withers moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (33); “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 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. The bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Mr. Withers moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman (32); “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 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). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Mr. Hastings moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman (33); “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 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). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Mr. Hastings moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, 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 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 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, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, 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 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 and the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Ms. Roberts moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing water main and any associated easements and to accept new sanitary sewer and water mains and any associated easements, sanitary sewer manholes and fire hydrants for property located at 0 Ashland City Highway (MWS Project No. 16-WL-75 and 16-SL-60 and Proposal No. 2016M-054ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Leonardo moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, 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 a portion of 13th Avenue South right-of-way and easement (Proposal Number 2016M-021AB-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. Ms. Allen moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Hagar, Glover, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0).
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.
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