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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 Dee Jay Shoulders of First Apostolic Church.
The Metropolitan Council gave the pledge of allegiance to the American Flag.
The roll was called and the following members were present during the progress of the meeting: Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg and Briley (40); Absent: Glover (1).
The Minutes of the regular meeting of January 17, 2017 were approved.
- MESSAGES FROM THE MAYOR -
February 7, 2017
The Honorable David Briley, Vice Mayor
Members of the Metropolitan Council
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County
Metropolitan Courthouse, Suite 204
Nashville, TN 37201
Dear Vice Mayor Briley and Members of the Council:
Please find attached the State of Tennessee reporting form required to be submitted to the local legislative body following a sale of bonds. This report is for the sale of $455,540,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2017 authorized by the Metropolitan Council by Resolution No. RS2016-465. The bonds closed on February 2, 2017.
The bonds sold by competitive bid on January 24. The wining underwriter was Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. with a true interest cost of 3.153%.
As always, we appreciate the Metropolitan Council’s support on these important financing initiatives.
Sincerely,
Megan Barry
Mayor
- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS -
Solid Waste Region Board
Reappointment of Mr. Kenneth McMichael, Sr. for a term expiring December 15, 2022. The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Mr. Shulman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Appointment of Ms. Vanessa Paz for a term expiring December 15, 2022. The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Mr. Shulman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Reappointment of Mr. John E. Sherman for a term expiring December 15, 2022. The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Mr. Shulman moved for confirmation, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
- RESOLUTIONS ON PUBLIC HEARING-
President Pro Tempore Pridemore assumed the Chair at this time.
A resolution exempting Answer Restaurant located at 132 46th Avenue North, from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit pursuant to Section 7.08.090.E. of the Metropolitan Code. Ms. Murphy 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 a citizen was heard in favor of the resoltuion. The President declared the public hearing closed. The resolution was approved by the Public Safety, Beer, and Regulated Beverages Committee. Ms. Murphy moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (39); “Noes” (0).
Vice Mayor Briley reassumed the Chair at this time.
A resolution exempting Quality Exports Bills Hot Chicken located at 4228 Ashland City Highway from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit pursuant to Section 7.08.090.E. of the Metropolitan Code. Mr. Hastings 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 deferred by Rule. Mr. Hastings requested a suspension of the Rules to allow the resolution to be heard and no objection was made. Mr. Hastings moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (39); “Noes” (0).
- BILLS ON PUBLIC HEARING -
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, 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. Mr. Leonardo 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 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 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 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. 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 RS5 to SP zoning on property located at 2007 23rd Avenue North, at the southwest corner of Lacy Street and 23rd Avenue North, (0.52 acres), to permit up to seven residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-079-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. 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 citizens were heard in favor of and in opposition to passage of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Kindall moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by the following roll call vote: “Ayes” Mendes, Shulman, Leonardo, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” Hurt (1); “Abstaining” Hastings (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 IWD to MUL-A zoning for property located at 1267 2nd Avenue South, at the northwest corner of Hart Street and 2nd Avenue South (0.14 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-094PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Sledge moved to defer the bill to the March 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 IWD to MUL-A zoning for properties located at 1277 and 1285 2nd Avenue South, at the southwest corner of Hart Street and 2nd Avenue South (0.34 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-095PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Sledge moved to defer the bill to the March public hearing, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 17.12.020 of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, pertaining to minimum glazing requirements in certain single and two-family residential zoning districts (Proposal No. 2016Z-025TX-001). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Dowell moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2016-493
An ordinance amending Chapters 17.04, 17.20 and 17.40 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to sidewalks (Proposal No. 2016Z-024TX-001). Ms. Henderson moved to defer the bill to the March public hearing, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
President Pro Tempore Pridemore assumed the Chair at this time.
An ordinance amending Title 15 and Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws pertaining to the Department of Water and Sewerage Services (Proposal No. 2016Z-022TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with an amendment. Ms. Weiner moved to defer the bill to the March public hearing, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
Vice Mayor Briley reassumed the Chair at this time.
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. 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 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. 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 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. 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 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. Mr. Withers 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. Withers 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. BL2017-543 and BL2017-544 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 amending a Planned Unit Development Overlay for property located at 1497 Chadwell Drive (9.98 acres), approximately 400 feet southeast of Port Drive, zoned Multi-Family Residential (RM4), to permit the addition of 13 multi-family residential units for a maximum of 49 residential units within the overlay, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2004P-032-001). 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 changing from RM4 to RM6 zoning for property located at 1497 Chadwell Drive, approximately 400 feet southeast of Port Drive (9.98 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-131PR-001). 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 no one came forward to be heard. 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. BL2017-545 and BL2017-546 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 to a Contextual Overlay District on various properties along Graybar Lane, southeast of the intersection of Draughon Avenue and Granny White Pike, zoned R10 (11.31 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-012PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R10 to RS10 zoning on various properties along Graybar Lane, southeast of the intersection of Granny White Pike and Draughon Avenue, (11.31 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-013PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission.
Mr. Pulley 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. Pulley moved to pass the bills 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 RS10 to SP zoning on property located at 1822 River Drive, approximately 540 feet northeast of Doak Avenue, (0.49 acres), to permit two residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-075-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Mr. Hastings requested a hearing from the public on these bills which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. 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 MUL to MUL-A zoning on properties located at 1214, 1216, 1218 and 1220 Martin Street, at the northeast corner of Humphreys Street and Martin Street, (0.41 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-137PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Sledge moved to defer the bill to the April 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 Historical Landmark Overlay District on property located at 10611 Concord Road, approximately 600 feet southwest of Nolensville Pike, zoned AR2a (1.6 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017HL-001-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Swope moved to withdraw the bill, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
Without objection, Bill Nos. BL2017-550 and BL2017-551 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 canceling a Planned Unit Development Overlay District on properties located at 2203, 2205 A and 2207 Pennington Bend Road, at the northwest corner of Pennington Bend Road and McGavock Pike, zoned OR20 (2.52 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 48-83P-002). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission.
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from OR20 to R15 zoning on properties located at 2203, 2205 A and 2207 Pennington Bend Road, at the northwest corner of Pennington Bend Road and McGavock Pike, within a Planned Unit Development Overlay District (2.52 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-007PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission.
Mr. Syracuse 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. Syracuse moved to pass the bills 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 on property located at 1319 Baptist World Center Drive, approximately 445 feet southeast of Weakley Avenue, (0.18 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-125PR-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 amending R6 to SP zoning for properties located at 105 and 107 Demoss Road and Demoss Road (unnumbered), approximately 330 feet south of Maudina Avenue (1.37 acres), to permit up to 13 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2015SP-099-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Ms. Roberts requested a hearing from the public on these bills which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. 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 R6 to SP zoning on properties located at 431 Wingrove Street and 2150 Byrum Avenue, at the southeast corner of Byrum Avenue and Wingrove Street, (2.28 acres), to permit up to 83 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-080-001). 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.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2017-555
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R10 and RS40 to RS10 zoning on various properties along Clearview Drive, Crescent Road, Estes Road, Westmont Avenue and Woodmont Circle, located southwest of Wilson Boulevard and Woodlawn Drive, (approximately 39.53 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-005PR-001). Ms. Murphy offered a second 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. BL2017-555
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 RS10 zoning on various properties along Clearview Drive, Crescent Road, Estes Road, Westmont Avenue and Woodmont Circle, located southwest of Wilson Boulevard and Woodlawn Drive, (approximately 31.89 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-005PR-001). Ms. Murphy moved to re-refer the bill to the Planning Commission and defer the bill to the March 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 RS5 to MUL-A zoning on properties located at 1221 and 1223 Brick Church Pike, approximately 400 feet north of Fern Avenue, (0.25 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-118PR-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 a citizen was heard in opposition to passage of the bill. 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 Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District on various properties along Hillview Heights, Cisco Street and Inverness Avenue, northeast of Vaulx Lane and Dewees Avenue, zoned R10 (approximately 13.76 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017NHC-001-001). Mr. Sledge moved to defer the bill to the March 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 from R8 to SP zoning on property located at 6370 Ivy Street, approximately 420 feet southeast of Croley Drive, (0.45 acres), to permit up to four residential units, requested by Dale and Associates, applicant; Lovell Properties, LLC, owner. (0.45 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-094-001). 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 amending Section 17.40.060 of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, to allow members of the metropolitan council to initiate applications to amend the official zoning map of property owned by the metropolitan government, all of which is more specifically described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-002TX-001). The Planning Commission made no recommendation. Mr. Rosenberg 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. Rosenberg moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Hastings requested that Mr. Rosenberg withdraw his motion to approve and that the bill be deferred two meetings, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
- CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution approving an application for a Major Cultural Institution grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission, to provide general operating support. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
A resolution approving the Metropolitan Animal Care and Control fee schedule. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees.
A resolution accepting an Adoption Preparation/Heartworm Treatment Grant from the PETCO Foundation to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to increase efforts to battle heartworm disease by offering a low cost treatment for animals with low to moderate heartworms to greatly increase their chance for adoption. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees.
RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-542
A resolution approving Amendment One to a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Health, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, for the provision of immunization program activities and staffing to monitor and assess the delivery of immunization services by providers in Davidson County. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees.
A resolution accepting a grant from Marathon Petroleum Company LP to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Nashville Fire Department, to purchase high flow nozzles and monitors to assist with hazardous material incident responses. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety, Beer, and Regulated Beverages Committees.
A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Highland Rim Healthcare Coalition to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Nashville Fire Department, to fund the purchase of Rapid Kits to assist with patient care in mass casualty incidents and to enhance audio visual equipment for the Nashville Fire Department Training Academy. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety, Beer, and Regulated Beverages Committees.
A resolution approving the First Amendment to the Agreement by and between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through its Department of Parks and Recreation, and CSX Transportation, Inc. for the construction of the Warner Park pedestrian tunnel (Proposal No. 2017M-002PR-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, and Parks, Library, and Recreation, and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees.
A resolution accepting a grants package from the Friends of Warner Parks to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, to provide staffing for the Warner Parks Center, Nature Center support, and the SWEAT Program for additional labor for summer maintenance. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, and Recreation Committees.
A resolution accepting a grant from Greenways for Nashville 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 picnic shelter to be built in association with the 440 Greenway at Gale Lane Park. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Parks, Library, and Recreation Committees.
A resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement by and between the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, and the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Department of Public Works, for the acceptance of preliminary engineering work in connection with the construction of the Interchange Modification on I-24 East at Hickory Hollow Parkway, Federal Project No. NH-I-24-9(79), State Project No. 19002-3191-44 (Proposal No. 2017M-009PR-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees.
A resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement by and between the State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation, and the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and between the Department of Public Works, for the acceptance of traffic signal improvements in connection with construction at SR11, Nolensville Pike, at the intersection of Harding Place, from Edmondson Pike to Paragon Mills Road (RSAR), Federal Project No. HSIP-11(71), State Project Nos. 19028-3244-94, 19028-0244-94, 19028-1244-94 and 19028-2244-94 (Proposal No. 2017M-003OT-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees.
A resolution authorizing Zeus Enterprises, LLC dba TRIBE and Suzy Wong’s House of Yum to construct and install an aerial encroachment at 1515 Church Street for (Proposal No.2017M-002EN-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees.
A resolution authorizing Broadway Hotel, LLC dba Moxy to construct and install aerial encroachments at 110 3rd Avenue South and 215 Broadway for (Proposal No.2016M-033EN-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees.
A resolution designating Friday, February 3, 2017 as “National Wear Red Day” in the city of Nashville and marking the 14th Annual National Wear Red Day and the 14th year of the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women Movement. The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committee.
A resolution expressing the Metropolitan Council’s support for the Improving Manufacturing, Public Roads and Opportunities for a Vibrant Economy or IMPROVE ACT introduced by Governor Bill Haslam to the Tennessee General Assembly, and requesting that the Davidson County Delegation support state legislation which implements this act. 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, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0).
- RESOLUTIONS -
A resolution approving a contract between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and Host Compliance, LLC, to provide services related to short term rental permitting and tax collection. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee; the Codes, Fair, and Farmers Market, Convention, Tourism, and Public Entertainment Facilities, and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees recommended withdrawal. Ms. Allen moved to withdraw the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
A resolution authorizing grants not exceeding $8,339,401.00 from the Barnes Fund for Affordable Housing to certain nonprofit organizations selected for the express purpose of constructing affordable or workforce housing. The resolution was approved by the Ad Hoc Affordable Housing and Budget and Finance Committees. Mr. Cooper moved to adopt the resolution, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following roll call vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Huezo, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (38); “Noes” Rhoten (1).
A resolution appropriating to a certain account for the benefit of the Hospital Authority an amount not to exceed Sixteen Million Dollars ($16,000,000). 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. After discussion, Mr. Pardue called for the previous question, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. The matter recurred on the motion to adopt and was adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (39); “Noes” (0).
A resolution appropriating an amount not to exceed Five Hundred Forty Thousand Dollars ($540,000) from the undesignated fund balance of the General Fund of the General Services District to the Department of Finance for costs and expenses associated with the operation of the J.B. Knowles Home Assisted Living Facility. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee with an amendment. Mr. Leonardo offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Leonardo 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, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Huezo, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (39); “Noes” (0).
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An ordinance amending Title 2 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws authorizing the creation of a Downtown Central Business Improvement District and appointing a corporation to act as an advisory board to the district with the necessary powers and authority to carry out the purposes and intent of the district. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance to amend Title 2 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to grant full investigative authority to the Metropolitan Auditor in order to allow for independent audits and reviews of all Metropolitan Government departments, boards and commissions as well as the performance of contracts by entities that contract with the Metropolitan Government. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Chapter 2.24 of Title 2 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding sales of public property. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 5.12.060 of the Metropolitan Code regarding dedication of a portion of transient occupancy privilege taxes generated by short term rental properties to the Barnes Fund for Affordable Housing. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Ad Hoc Affordable Housing, Budget and Finance and Personnel, Public Information, Human Relations, and Housing Committees by a voice vote of the Council with Ms. Roberts abstaining.
An ordinance amending Title 7 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws pertaining to the alcoholic content of beer. 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 chapter 8.12 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding miscellaneous animal control regulations. 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 Title 8.20 and Sections 8.20.050, 8.20.060, 8.20.100, 8.20.110, 8.20.120, 8.20.130, and 8.20.170 thereof regarding the application of animal control regulations beyond the Urban Services District. 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 to amend Chapter 12.08 and Chapter 6.80 of the Metropolitan Code to exempt owners of stolen vehicles from towing fees for recovered stolen vehicles. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Public Safety, Beer, and Regulated Beverages Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 15.64.032 of the Metropolitan Code by amending the graduated storm water user fee schedule. Mr. Elrod 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 authorizing The Industrial Development Board of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to negotiate and accept payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to the Opryland Hotel and Convention Center, amending Ordinance No. BL2010-727 to extend the period for allocating certain hotel taxes to the funding of the cost of flood-related repairs and renovations to the Grand Ole Opry House and authorizing the Director of Public Property Administration to accept the donation of two parcels of property (Parcel ID Nos. 06213012700 and 06213012800) for use in the Metropolitan Government's public park system (Proposal No. 2017M-011PR-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Convention, Tourism, and Public Entertainment Facilities, Parks, Library, and Recreation, and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of real property by negotiation or condemnation for the purpose of realigning the intersection of Hillsboro Road with Crestmoor Road and Glen Echo Road (Proposal No. 2017M-010PR-001). Mr. Pulley requested a suspension of the rules to allow an amendment to be heard and no objection was made. Mr. Pulley offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Pulley moved to pass the bill on first reading as amended, and refer the bill to the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon and accept sewer and water mains, sanitary manholes, and easements for property located at 1500 12th Avenue South (MWS Project Nos. 16-WG-0077 and 16-SG-0250 and Proposal No. 2017M-010ES-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 HRT of Tennessee, Inc. to install, construct and maintain underground encroachments in the right-of-way located at 2011 Hayes Street (Proposal No. 2017M-003EN-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 abandoning an Unnumbered Alley right-of-way (Proposal Number 2017M-002AB-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission and Traffic and Parking Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the 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 IWD to SP zoning for properties located at 921, 923, and 925 Bass Street, approximately 180 feet east of 8th Avenue S, (0.7 acres), to permit a self-service storage facility, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-096-001). 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 RS7.5 to R8-A zoning on property located at 2336 Old Mathews Road, approximately 220 feet south of Trinity Hills Parkway, (0.42 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-006PR-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 RS10 to SP zoning on properties located at 3043 and 3045 Hillside Road, approximately 440 feet southwest of Broadmoor Lane, (3.21 acres), to permit up to 29 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-078-001). 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 AR2a to RS20 zoning on property located at 1245 Barnes Road, approximately 785 feet southeast of Cedarmont Drive, (3.56 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-002PR-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 MUG-A to MUI-A zoning on property located at 2300 Patterson Street, at the southwest corner of 23rd Avenue North and Charlotte Avenue, (25.86 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-003PR-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 SP zoning on properties located at 1719, 1721 and 1723 6th Avenue North, approximately 150 feet southeast of Buchanan Street, (0.59 acres), to permit up to eleven residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017SP-002-001). 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 with Ms. Murphy abstaining.
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 Oceola Place Specific Plan District on properties located at 107, 109 and 111 C Oceola Avenue, approximately 510 feet west of White Bridge Pike (1.13 acres), to add parcels 001, 002 and 900 and to permit up to nine residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2015SP-090-003). 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 amending the Oceola Park Specific Plan District on properties located at 108 and 110 Oceola Avenue, approximately 375 feet south of Maudina Avenue, (1.12 acres), to add parcels 132, 133 and 134 and to permit 13 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2015SP-056-002). 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 changing from IG to MUI-A zoning on property located at 100 Spring Street, at the northeast corner of Spring Street and Cowan Street, (0.87 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-004PR-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 AR2a, IWD and OR20 to IR zoning on a portion of property located at 12575 Old Hickory Boulevard, at the northeast corner of Old Hickory Boulevard and Logistics Way, and within the Murfreesboro Pike Urban Design Overlay (14.35 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-126PR-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 RS10 to SP zoning for property located at 710 Due West Avenue North, approximately 150 feet from Old Due West Avenue (0.58 acres), to permit ten residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017SP-009-001). 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 R8, R10 and R15 to RS10 on various properties along Foothill Drive, Hollydale Drive, Deervale Drive, Shady Oak Drive, and Giant Oak Drive, at the northeast corner of Interstate 24 and Old Glenrose Avenue (approximately 37.41 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-021PR-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 R6 to R6-A zoning on property located on 12th Avenue South, 13th Avenue South, 13th Avenue Circle, 14th Avenue South, 15th Avenue South, Edgehill Avenue, Grand Avenue, Hawkins Street, Horton Avenue, Marshall Court, Music Circle E, Sigler Street, South Street, Southside Circle, Tremont Street, and Villa Place, (87.16 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-020PR-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending sections 17.04.060 , 17.08.030, 17.16.250, and 17.16.070 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to establish distinct land uses for “Short term rental property – Owner-Occupied” and “Short term rental property – Not Owner-Occupied”, and establishing a phase out date in year 2021 for “Short term rental property – Not Owner-Occupied” (Proposal No. 2017Z-004TX-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending section 17.16.250.E of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to establish a 12-month moratorium on the issuance of new Type 2 and Type 3 short term rental property permits and permit numbers for properties zoned for single and two-family residential use. (Proposal No. 2017Z-005TX-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending section 17.16.250.E of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to establish a 36-month moratorium on the issuance of new Type 2 and Type 3 short term rental property permits for properties zoned for single and two-family residential use. (Proposal No. 2017Z-006TX-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.
Without objection, the rules were suspended for consideration of one (1) late ordinance.
An ordinance amending Section 17.16.250 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require the consent of adjacent property owners, Home Owner Associations, Condominium Associations, or other such community associations prior to issuance of a Short Term Rental Property permit (Proposal No. 2017Z-007TX-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.
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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 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. The Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee recommended deferment. Ms. Mina Johnson moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in March, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
BILL NO. BL2016-484
An ordinance making applicable to Metropolitan Government the provisions of Part 7 of Chapter 211 of Title 68 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to require local approval of landfills, solid waste disposal facilities and solid waste processing facilities prior to the construction of such facilities. The Public Works Committee made no recommendation due to lack of quorum. Mr. Leonardo moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded. Mr. Elrod moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded. Ms. Mina Johnson moved to table the motion to defer, which motion was seconded and failed by a roll call vote. After discussion, Mr. Swope called for the previous question, which motion was seconded and adopted by a roll call vote. The matter recurred on the motion to defer and was adopted by a voice vote of the Council. In accordance with Rule 23, this item is deferred indefinitely.
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2016-492
An ordinance to amend Titles 6 and 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, pertaining to Short Term Rental Properties (Proposal No. 2016Z-023TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Codes, Fair, and Farmers Market, Convention, Tourism, and Public Entertainment Facilities, and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees. Mr. Mendes moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by the following roll call vote of the Council. “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Kindall, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Henderson, Rosenberg (33); “Noes” Coleman (1); “Abstaining” Roberts (1).
An ordinance amending Section 12.40.040 of the Metropolitan Code to prohibit non-electric vehicles from parking in electric vehicle charging stations. The bill was approved by the Public Works and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees. Mr. Bedne moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved 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. The motion to recommend approval of the bill failed by the Public Safety, Beer, and Regulated Beverages Committee. Mr. Shulman moved to approve the bill, which motion was seconded. Mr. Shulman then withdrew his motion and moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. In accordance with Rule 23, this item is deferred indefinitely.
An Ordinance amending Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 2.222.010(2)(o) regarding exemptions of items constituting “Anything of value”, and further amending Section 2.222.030 regarding annual benefit reporting statements disclosures. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Mendes moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending section 12.40.040 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding prohibited locations for stopping, standing and parking vehicles. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair, and Farmers Market and Public Safety, Beer, and Regulated Beverages Committees. Ms. Murphy moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance approving the First Amendment to the Lease Agreement by and between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and Steven M. Minton and Elaine Minton (Proposal No. 2017M-001PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Safety, Beer, and Regulated Beverages Committees. 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 authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to adopt the revised Flood Insurance Rate Map to minimize dangers to life and property, due to flooding, and to maintain eligibility for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (Proposal No. 2017M-002OT-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Elrod 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 accept a donation of $25,000 from Craighead Development LLC to aid in the construction of intersection improvements at SR171, Hobson Pike and Pin Hook Road (Project No. 2016-R-43). The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. 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 approving a participation agreement between the Metropolitan Government and Century Farms LLC, for the construction of public infrastructure improvements, phases PE-N and PE-D (Proposal No. 2017M-004PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Ms. Dowell 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 main and any associated easements and to accept new sewer and water main, any associated easements, and manholes for properties located at 306-B, 306, 402, 408, 500, and 0 Cowan Street (MWS Project Nos. 15-SL-113, 15-WL-84 and Proposal No. 2017M-003ES-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 an existing ten foot wide public utility easement on property located at 629 Belle Park Circle (Proposal No. 2017M-004ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Ms. Henderson 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 an existing sanitary sewer main and easement and to accept a new sanitary sewer main and easement, and sanitary sewer manholes, for properties located at 415 27th Avenue North and 512 26th Avenue North (MWS Project No. 16-SL-197 and Proposal No. 2017M-005ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Elrod 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 main and easements and to accept new sewer main, manholes and easements for properties located at 112, 114 and 118 7th Avenue North (MWS Project No. 16-SL-158 and Proposal No. 2017M-006ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, 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 Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to negotiate and accept permanent and temporary easements for the Shady Tree Lane Stormwater Improvement Project for 10 properties located along Shady Tree Lane, Apple Orchard Trail and Mt. View Road, (Project No. 17-SWC-127 and Proposal No. 2017M-008ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Elrod 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 Collier Avenue Stormwater Improvement Project for 10 properties located along Collier Avenue and Tanksley Avenue, (Project No. 17-SWC-131 and Proposal No. 2017M-009ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Freeman moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance adopting the Geographic Information Systems Street and Alley Centerline Layer, with the recordation of renaming, additions and deletions of acceptances and abandonments as reflected on the Centerline Layer to date, as the Official Street and Alley Acceptance and Maintenance Record for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (Proposal Number 2017M-001OT-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees. Mr. Elrod 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 the Geographic Information Systems Street and Alley Centerline Layer for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing the name of Avalon Drive to “Avalon Lane” (Proposal Number 2017M-004SR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, ECD Board, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees. Mr. Elrod 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 the Geographic Information Systems Street and Alley Centerline Layer for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by abandoning Overall Street right-of-way and easement (Proposal Number 2017M-001AB-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. Elrod 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-
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 RS15 zoning for property located at Hickory Hollow Parkway (unnumbered), on the west side of Hickory Hollow Parkway, approximately 1,500 feet south of Mt. View Road (19.27 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-055PR-001). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. The Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee recommended indefinite deferral at the request of the sponsor. Ms. Dowell moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
An ordinance amending Section 12.40.090 of the Metropolitan Code to provide guidance for placement of handicapped parking spaces on public streets outside residential properties. The bill was approved by the Public Works and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees. 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, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0).
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, 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 on properties located at 4305 and 4307 Alabama Avenue, (0.70 acres), to permit an office/retail space and self-storage, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-082-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. The bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee with an amendment. Ms. Murphy offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Ms. Murphy moved to pass the bill on third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance amending section 4.48.030 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding confidential information. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Personnel, Public Information, Human Relations, and Housing Committees. 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, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (35); “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 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, ECD Board, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees. Mr. O’Connell 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, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (36); “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 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, ECD Board, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees. Mr. O’Connell moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded and approved 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, ECD Board, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees. Mr. Withers 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, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (36); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance amending section 2.20.130 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding appointment of special advisory committees to propose persons to serve as administrative hearings officers. The bill was approved by the Codes, Fair, and Farmers Market and Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committees. Ms. Karen Johnson 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, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Mina Johnson, Pulley, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Rosenberg (36); “Noes” (0).
An ordinance amending Chapter 4.12 of the Metropolitan Code to require contracts for correctional facility management services to be approved by the Metropolitan Council and to include a requirement that reports be submitted to the Metropolitan Council regarding contractor performance. The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety, Beer, and Regulated Beverages Committees. Mr. O’Connell 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, Swope, Scott Davis, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, O’Connell, Roberts, Kindall, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (36); “Noes” (0); “Abstaining” Withers (1).
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.
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