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Minutes

Metropolitan Council Meeting
Tuesday, May 2, 2017


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

The invocation was offered by T. Devan Franklin, III of Lake Providence Missionary Baptist Church.

The Metropolitan Council gave the pledge of allegiance to the American Flag.

The roll was called and the following members were present during the progress of the meeting: Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Glover, Rhoten, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Kindall, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg and Briley (39); Absent: Huezo, O’Connell (2) .

The Minutes of the regular meeting of April 18, 2017 were approved.

- ELECTIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS –

Cheatham County Rail Authority
The President gave notice of a vacancy on the Cheatham County Rail Authority and announced that an election would be held by the Metropolitan Council at the meeting of June 6, 2017 to fill the two-year term. Deadline for nominations to be submitted in writing to the Metropolitan Clerk is Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at 4:00 p.m.

Nashville and Eastern Rail Authority
The President gave notice of a vacancy on the Nashville and Eastern Rail Authority and announced that an election would be held by the Metropolitan Council at the meeting of June 6, 2017 to fill the two-year term. Deadline for nominations to be submitted in writing to the Metropolitan Clerk is Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at 4:00 p.m.

Airport Authority
Appointment of Mr. Dierks Bentley for a term expiring April 5, 2021. 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. Aubrey (Trey) Harwell, III for a term expiring April 5, 2021. 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. Robert (Bobby) Joslin, Jr. for a term expiring April 5, 2021. 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.

Emergency Communications District Board
Reappointment of Mr. David Gleason for a term expiring February 14, 2021. At the request of the nominee, the confirmation was deferred.

Board of Parks and Recreation
Appointment of Ms. Tari Hughes for a term expiring April 30, 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.

Public Library Board
Appointment of Ms. Katy Varney for a term expiring April 6, 2018. Ms. Varney will fill the unexpired term of Mrs. Margaret Ann Robinson. 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.

- BILLS ON PUBLIC HEARING –

Without objection, Bill Nos. BL2017-608, BL2017-609, BL2017-610, BL2017-611, BL2017-653 and BL2017-685 were moved to the heel of the public hearing items to be considered together.

BILL NO. BL2016-360

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 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. Leonardo moved to pass the bill on second reading and re-refer the bill to the Planning Commission, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2016-513

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 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. Weiner moved to pass the bill on second reading and defer the bill to the second meeting in July, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-654

An ordinance amending Chapters 2.28, 6.04, 7.08, 7.16, 10.48, 11.28, 12.48, 17.04, 17.16, and 17.20 to substitute “place of worship” or “religious institution” for “church”(Proposal No. 2017Z-010TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Weiner 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. Weiner moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-655

An ordinance ratifying Ordinance No. BL2015-1094 which amended Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from OG and RM40 to SP zoning for property located at 109 and 123 Bosley Springs Road, approximately 530 feet west of Harding Pike and located within the Harding Town Center Urban Design Overlay District (13.12 acres), to permit a mixed use development, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2013SP-018-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. Ms. Murphy 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. Murphy moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council with Ms. Henderson abstaining.

BILL NO. BL2017-667

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 Eastdale Avenue, East Riverwood Drive, Eastdale Place, Riverwood Drive, and Plymouth Avenue, east of Gallatin Pike, zoned RS10 and RS20 (approximately 72.61 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017NHC-002-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Anthony Davis requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Davis moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-668

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 for various properties located along Little Hamilton Avenue, Pillow Street, Rains Avenue, Mallory Street, Moore Avenue, Wingrove Avenue, Byrum Avenue, Carvell Avenue, Neal Terrace, Allison Place, Martin Street, Stewart Place, Southgate Avenue, Hamiton Avenue, Merrit Avenue, and Wedgewood Avenue (109.3 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-040PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Sledge requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Sledge moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-669

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 R6-A zoning for various properties along Keeton Avenue and Rayon Drive, south of Bridgeway Avenue (7.89 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-047PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Hagar 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. Hagar moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-670

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 District for various properties on Audubon Road, Dale Avenue, Galloway Drive, Glendale Lane, Gray Oaks Drive, Lealand Lane, Milesdale Court, Milesdale Drive, Scenic Drive, and Tower Place, located north of Battery Lane (62.83 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-038PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Pulley requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Pulley moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-671

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 zoning on properties located at 2305, 2309, 2313, 2317 and 2321 Pennington Avenue, approximately 135 feet south of Litton Avenue (0.84 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-026PR-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.

BILL NO. BL2017-672

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R8 to R6-A zoning for various properties along Summit Avenue, approximately 215 feet east of 12th Avenue South (2.88 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-110PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Sledge requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Sledge moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-673

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 RM20 zoning on property located at Sharpe Avenue (unnumbered), approximately 800 feet west of Ellington Parkway (0.4 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-018PR-001). The bill was disapproved 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.

Without objection, Bill Nos. BL2017-674 and BL2017-675 were considered together.

BILL NO. BL2017-674

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 and RM4 to SP zoning on property located at Old Hickory Boulevard (unnumbered), approximately 1,045 feet south of Ridgelake Parkway (123.01 acres), to permit residential uses and include environmentally sensitive design standards within the SP, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017SP-017-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without.

BILL NO. BL2017-675

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by cancelling a portion of a Planned Unit Develepment on property located at Old Hickory Boulevard (unnumbered), approximately 1,045 feet south of Ridgelake Parkway (123.01 acres), zoned Multi-family residential (RM4) and one and two family residential (R20), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 66-84P-002). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission.

Ms. Mina Johnson 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. Johnson moved to pass the bills on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-676

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 SCR zoning on property located at 2101 Crestmoor Drive, approximately 175 feet northwest of Hillsboro Pike (0.3 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-046PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Pulley requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Pulley moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-677

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 Specific Plan on properties located at 1440 and 1500 12th Avenue South and Wedgewood Avenue (unnumbered), at the northeast corner of Wedgewood Avenue and 12th Avenue South, zoned SP (1.83 acres), to increase units from a maximum of 150 to a maximum of 175 residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-045-003). 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.

BILL NO. BL2017-678

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 RS5 to MUL-A zoning on various properties along McFerrin Avenue, Seymour Avenue, West Eastland Avenue and Cleveland Street, located within the Greenwood Conservation Overlay District, (approximately 6.75 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016Z-075PR-001). The Planning Commission disapproved as submitted, approved with a substitute. 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 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. After discussion, Mr. Davis moved to rescind the previous motion and moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-679

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by applying a Neighborhood Landmark Overlay District to a portion of property located at 901 Dalebrook Lane, at the northeast corner of Dalebrook Lane and Eastland Avenue, zoned R10 (0.79 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017NHL-001-001). 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.

BILL NO. BL2017-680

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 an Urban Design Overlay District on various properties located along Clarksville Pike, Buena Vista Pike, Dry Fork Road and Lloyd Road, at the southeast corner of Lloyd Road and Clarksville Pike, zoned RS10 and RS15 (125.56 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017UD-001-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Leonardo 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. Leonardo moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-681

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by cancelling a Planned Unit Development Overlay District on property located at 622 Southgate Avenue, north of the terminus of Stewart Place, zoned R6 (0.17 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 34-86P-001).
The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Sledge requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and no one came forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Sledge moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-682

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, R6 and RS5 to SP-MU zoning on properties located at 1101 and 1108 Gallatin Avenue, 1105, 1107, 1109, 1111 Sharpe Avenue and Sharpe Avenue (unnumbered), 1048 and 1050 West Greenwood Avenue and 1110 Greenwood Avenue, at the southeast corner of Gallatin Avenue and Greenwood Avenue and at the southwest corner of West Greenwood Avenue and Gallatin Avenue, within the Gallatin Pike Urban Design Overlay District (5.32 acres), to permit a mixed-use development, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017SP-022-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. 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 citizens were heard in favor of and in opposition to passage of the bill. 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.

BILL NO. BL2017-683

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 zoning on property located at 5510 Nolensville Pike, approximately 120 feet south of Ash Grove Drive (0.10 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-049PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Swope 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. Swope moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-684

An ordinance amending Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, zoning regulations, by amending Chapter 17.12 regarding the dedication of right of way and minimum lot size (Proposal No. 2017Z-011TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Henderson 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. Henderson moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-686

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 properties located at 3962, 3968 and 3976 Dickerson Pike and Dickerson Pike (unnumbered), approximately 1,140 feet southwest of Hunters Lane (7.67 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017Z-017PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Ms. Haywood moved to defer the bill indefinitely, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

The following items were taken out of order.

BILL NO. BL2017-609

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). The Planning Commission recommended withdrawal.

BILL NO. BL2017-685

An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, pertaining to Short Term Rental Properties (Proposal No. 2017Z-012TX-001). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission.

Mr. Swope moved to withdraw these bills, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council with Ms. Roberts abstaining.

BILL NO. BL2017-610

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). The Planning Commission recommended withdrawal. Ms. VanReece moved to withdraw, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council with Ms. Roberts abstaining.

The following bills were considered together for the purposes of a public hearing.

BILL NO. BL2017-608

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). The Planning Commission approved the bill with a substitute, disapproved with amendment. Mr. Hagar 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. Hagar moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council with Ms. Roberts abstaining.

BILL NO. BL2017-611

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). The bill was disapproved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Hagar 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. Mr. Bedne moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council with Ms. Roberts abstaining.

BILL NO. BL2017-653

An ordinance amending Section 17.16.250 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to revise the list of acceptable documents establishing owner-occupation (Proposal No. 2017Z-009TX-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Mr. Hagar 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. Ms. Allen moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council with Ms. Roberts abstaining.

Without objection, Bill No. BL2016-484 was taken out of order.

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 bill was approved by the Public Works Committee. Mr. Leonardo moved to pass the bill on third reading, 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 pass and was adopted by the following roll call vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Anthony Davis, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Glover, Syracuse, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Kindall, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Karen Johnson, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson (31); “Noes” VanReece, Freeman, Weiner, Vercher, Rosenberg (5); “Abstaining” Withers (1).

The regular order of business was resumed at this time.

- CONSENT AGENDA RESOLUTIONS -

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-663

A resolution calling the Metropolitan Board of Equalization (“MBOE”) into regular session beginning June 1, 2017 and special session beginning June 26, 2017. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-664

A resolution approving the appointment of hearing officers by the Metropolitan Board of Equalization to conduct preliminary hearing and to make investigations regarding complaints before the Board. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-665

A resolution approving the plan for the reappraisal and equalization of assessments in Davidson County as submitted by the Metropolitan Assessor of Property, approving a Memorandum of Understanding between the Metropolitan Assessor of Property and the Tennessee Division of Property Assessments for the responsibilities of parties involved in the 2021 Year Reappraisal Program for Davidson County, and approving receipt of state funds, if provided, to assist in the cost of the reappraisal. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-668

A resolution approving a Jail Garden Grant from the Davidson County Farm Bureau to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office, for the enhancement of the horticulture program and community gardens program. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Safety, Beer, and Regulated Beverages Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-669

A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Health, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to promote the proper use of all recommended vaccines and respond to vaccine preventable diseases in collaboration with the CDC and other partners. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-670

A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Health, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to provide public health activities to enhance the health and well-being of women, infants, and families by improving community resources and planning public health services. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-671

A resolution accepting a grant from the State of Tennessee, Department of Health, to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to promote Healthy People 2020 goals to the residents of Davidson County through the use of health promotion activities and education programs. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-672

A resolution approving Amendment Two to a grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, for the ongoing collection of data on ambient air concentrations of 2.5 fine particulate matter in Nashville, Tennessee. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance and Health, Hospitals, and Social Services Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-673

A resolution authorizing the Director of Public Property, or his designee, to exercise option agreements for the purchase of various flood-prone properties, for Metro Water Services (MWS Project No. 17WS0001 and Proposal No. 2017M-22PR-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-674

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 Metropolitan Department of Public Works, for a General Maintenance Agreement for a traffic signal at State Route 6 near the intersection at Church Street, Fed No. PHSIP-6(101), State No. 19022-3219-94; PIN 120118.00 (Prop. No. 2017M-028PR-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-675

A resolution authorizing Rudy’s Jazz Room, LLC to construct and install an aerial encroachment at 809 Gleaves Street for (Proposal No.2017M-004EN-001). The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-676

A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the property damage claim of Bellsouth Telecom., LLC dba AT & T – Tennessee against the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in the amount of $42,500.00, and that said amount be paid out of the Self-Insured Liability Fund. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-677

A resolution approving the execution and delivery of intergovernmental applications by the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to the United States Department of Labor for the processing of H1-B petitions. The resolution was approved by the Personnel, Public Information, Human Relations, and Housing Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-679

A resolution recognizing National Teachers Day on Tuesday, May 9, 2017, and National Teachers Appreciation Week from Sunday, May 7, 2017 to Saturday, May 13, 2017. The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-680

A resolution recognizing our visiting dignitaries from Belfast, Northern Ireland. The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committee.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-681

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

Having been unanimously approved by all of the appropriate Committees, Mr. Shulman moved to adopt the Consent Agenda Resolutions, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0); with Mr. Bedne abstaining on RS2017-681.

- RESOLUTIONS -

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-666

A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency to negotiate and enter into a PILOT Agreement and accept payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to a multi-family housing project located at 501 Forest Park Road, known as Forest Bend Townhomes. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee with an amendment. Mr. Pridemore offered Amendment No. 1 and moved for its adoption, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council. Mr. Pridemore 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0);

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-667

A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency to negotiate and enter into a PILOT Agreement and accept payments in lieu of ad valorem taxes with respect to a multi-family housing project located at 2715 Whites Creek Pike, known as Haynes Garden Apartments. The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee. Mr. Hastings moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-678

A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Transit Authority to provide at least ten percent (10%) of its advertising space to other Metropolitan departments, boards and commissions to provide public service advertisements regarding local government services.
The Traffic, Parking and Transportation Committee recommended deferment at the request of the sponsor. Mr. Bedne moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

Without objection, the rules were suspended for consideration of two (2) late resolutions.

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-683

A resolution recognizing Monday, May 1st as “Restaurant Recognition Day” in the City of Nashville. The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committee. Mr. Bedne 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0);

RESOLUTION NO. RS2017-684

A resolution recognizing the 2016-2017 Maplewood High School “Panthers” Boys Basketball Team and their Class AA State Championship. The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmation, and Public Elections Committee. Ms. VanReece 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Pulley, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0);

- BILLS ON INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING -

BILL NO. BL2017-705

An ordinance establishing an incentive program to allow neighborhoods to be awarded for meeting all Code requirements. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Codes, Fair, and Farmers Market Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-706

An ordinance amending Title 2 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to add a new Chapter 2.150 establishing the Metropolitan Neighborhood Improvement Fund Commission and amending Section 5.12.060 of the Metropolitan Code to dedicate a portion of the transient occupancy privilege taxes generated by short term rental properties to the Metropolitan Neighborhood Improvement Fund. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Affordable Housing and Budget and Finance Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-707

An ordinance amending Metropolitan Code of Laws § 4.12.080 with respect to procurement of telecommunications and internet access services. 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.

BILL NO. BL2017-708

An ordinance to establish a Public Records Request Coordinator, to adopt a Public Records Policy for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, and to amend Chapter 2.140 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Personnel, Public Information, Human Relations, and Housing Committee by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-709

An ordinance approving a contract by and between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Department of Public Works, and the Nashville Downtown Partnership, for the management of public parking facilities of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-710

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to enter into a consulting contract for a long-term solid waste management plan. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-711

An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of certain right-of-way easements, drainage easements, temporary construction 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-038, Hobson Pike Sidewalk Improvements (Proposal No. 2017M-033ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-712

An ordinance authorizing the acquisition of certain right-of-way easements, drainage easements, temporary construction 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-031, Delaware Avenue Sidewalk Improvements (Proposal No. 2017M-031ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Budget and Finance, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, and Public Works Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-713

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing sanitary sewer and water mains and easements and to accept new sanitary sewer main, manholes and easements for properties located at 4101 Ridgefield Drive and 211 Ensworth Place (MWS Project No. 16-WL-185 and 16-SL-211 and Proposal No. 2017M-034ES-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.

BILL NO. BL2017-714

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing combination sewer main and any associated easements and to accept a new sanitary sewer manhole, fire hydrants and any associated easements, for property located at 350 22nd Avenue North (MWS Project Nos. 16 SL-236 and 16-WL-202 and Proposal No. 2017M-036ES-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.

BILL NO. BL2017-715

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to negotiate and accept permanent and temporary easements for the Roundwood Forest Drive Stormwater Improvement Project for two properties located at 3617 and 3621 Roundwood Forest Drive, (Project No. 17-SWC-217 and Proposal No. 2017M-030ES-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.

BILL NO. BL2017-716

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to negotiate and accept permanent and temporary easements for the Van Buren Street Stormwater Improvement Project for two properties located at 101-A and 101 Van Buren Street (Project No. 17-SWC-240 and Proposal No. 2017M-037ES-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.

BILL NO. BL2017-717

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 Due West Avenue to “West Due West Avenue” (Proposal Number 2017M-009SR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the ECD Board, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-718

An ordinance authorizing Drury Nashville, LLC to install, construct and maintain underground and aerial encroachments in the right of way located at 315 3rd Ave South (Proposal No. 2017M-011EN-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.

BILL NO. BL2017-719

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 property located at 2407 Brasher Avenue, approximately 140 feet northeast of Strouse Avenue (0.23 acres), to permit an accessory detached recording studio in addition to all uses permitted by the R6 zoning district, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017SP-015-001). 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.

BILL NO. BL2017-720

An ordinance amending Chapter 17.16 of Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations, to modify the conditions pertaining to setbacks for construction/demolition landfills, sanitary landfills, and waste transfer facilities (Proposal No. 2017Z-015TX-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-721

An ordinance amending Section 17.20.140 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, Zoning Code, pertaining to Traffic Impact Studies (Proposal No. 2017Z-014TX-001). Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and was referred to the Planning Commission and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees by a voice vote of the Council.

- BILLS ON SECOND READING -

BILL NO. BL2017-687

An ordinance amending Chapter 13.26 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws establishing a process and procedure for naming public buildings, structures and spaces of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. The Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee had no recommendation. The Public Works Committee moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in June. Mr. Elrod moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in June, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-688

An ordinance amending section 16.04.200 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to permit the construction and use of electric fences pursuant to certain standards. The Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee approved the bill with a substitute. The Codes, Fair, and Farmers Market Committee recommended deferral. Mr. Coleman moved to defer the bill, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-689

An ordinance approving a lease agreement by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Davidson County Clerk’s Office and GRACE’S PLAZA, LTD., for the lease of space at 4009 Hillsboro Pike (Proposal No. 2017M-026PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees. Mr. Elrod moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-690

An ordinance approving an agreement between the Metropolitan Government and Bellevue Redevelopment Associates, LP, concerning the exchange of certain parcels of real property in connection with the construction of a new community center and hockey facility in Bellevue (Proposal Number 2017M-030PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees. Ms. Weiner moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-691

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing easement rights for property located at 3900 Alabama Avenue, formerly 39th Avenue North, between Alabama Avenue and I-40 (Proposal No. 2017M-27ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. The Planning, Zoning, and Historical and Public Works Committees requested a two meeting deferral at the request of the sponsor. Ms. Murphy moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in June, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-692

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon any easement rights for property located at 5212 Louisiana Avenue, formerly 53rd Avenue North, between Louisiana Avenue and Alley #1209 (Proposal No. 2017M-010AB-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.

BILL NO. BL2017-693

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to negotiate and accept permanent and temporary easements for the Barclay Drive Stormwater Improvement Project for two properties located at 2819 and 2821 Barclay Drive (Project No.17-SWC-180 and Proposal No.2017M-028ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, 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.

BILL NO. BL2017-694

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 and easement (Proposal Number 2017M-004AB-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. Withers moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-695

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 Alley Number 2004 right-of-way and easement (Proposal Number 2017M-006AB-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.

BILL NO. BL2017-696

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 Demonbreun Street, 5th Avenue South, 6th Avenue South and Korean Veterans Boulevard right-of-way(Proposal Number 2017M-007AB-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.

BILL NO. BL2017-697

An ordinance to amend the Geographic Information Systems Street and Alley Centerline Layer for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by abandoning Lannom Avenue and a portion of Alley Number 2062 right-of-way. (Proposal Number 2017M-008AB-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.

BILL NO. BL2017-698

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 unimproved portion of Alley Number 1705 right-of-way (Proposal Number 2017M-009AB-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. Murphy moved to pass the bill on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2017-699

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 Sterling Oaks Drive to “Montessori Drive” (Proposal Number 2017M-008SR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, ECD Board, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees. Mr. Swope 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-

BILL NO. BL2016-408

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 SP zoning for property located at 2040 Hickory Hill Lane, approximately 105 feet northwest of Bonna Creek Drive (285.03 acres), to permit up to 500 single-family lots, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2016SP-046-001). The bill was approved by Planning Commission with conditions, disapproved without. The bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. At the request of the sponsor, Mr. Syracuse moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in June, which motion was seconded and adopted by a voice vote of the Council.

BILL NO. BL2016-473

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). Ms. Mina Johnson 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.

SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. BL2016-473

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 bill was approved by the Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committee. Ms. Mina 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0);

BILL NO. BL2016-498

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 deferred the bill two meetings at the request of the sponsor. Mr. Elrod moved to defer the bill to the first meeting in June, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Pursuant to Rule No. 23, the bill is deferred indefinitely.

BILL NO. BL2017-623

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing water line and to accept new water line, sanitary sewer main, sanitary sewer manholes, fire hydrants and any associated easements, for properties located at 0 River Road and 5820 River Road, (MWS Project Nos. 16-SL-256 and 16-WL-212 and Proposal No. 2017M-020ES-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Public Works, and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees. Mr. Rosenberg 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0);

BILL NO. BL2017-657

An ordinance amending section 2.140.010 et seq. of the Metropolitan Code adding section 2.140.070 to vest permanent possession and retention of any record transferred to the Metropolitan Government Archives division of the Nashville Public Library in the Metropolitan Archives and Nashville Public Library and to provide authority for the Metropolitan Archives to destroy such records when appropriate. The bill was approved by the Parks, Library, and Recreation and Personnel, Public Information, Human Relations, and Housing 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0);

BILL NO. BL2017-658

An ordinance amending Title 6, Chapter 32 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws by regulating the sale or offering for sale of any food, goods or personal property upon the streets and sidewalks within areas of the Metropolitan Government surrounding the Ryman Auditorium, Ascend Amphitheater, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, War Memorial Auditorium and First Tennessee Park during certain hours or certain days. The bill was approved by the Convention, Tourism, and Public Entertainment Facilities and Public Works Committees. Ms. VanReece 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0);

BILL NO. BL2017-659

An ordinance amending Section 12.04.015 of the Metropolitan Code pertaining to the definition of arterial street. The bill was approved by the Public Works Committee. Mr. Elrod 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0);

BILL NO. BL2017-660

An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Department of Water and Sewerage Services, hereinafter known as “METRO,” to participate with LVH2, LLC hereinafter known as “LVH2,” to provide public water service improvements for both LVH2’s proposed development, as well as other existing properties in the area (Project No. 14-WL-0134). The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Anthony Davis moved to pass the bill on third reading, which motion was seconded and adopted by the following vote: “Ayes” Cooper, Gilmore, Mendes, Hurt, Shulman, Leonardo, Hastings, Haywood, Swope, Scott Davis, Withers, Anthony Davis, VanReece, Pridemore, Pardue, Hagar, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0);

BILL NO. BL2017-661

An ordinance authorizing a participation and maintenance agreement between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Department of Water and Sewerage Services, hereinafter known as “METRO,” and DAVENPORT DOWNS HOLDING, LLC, hereinafter known as “OWNER,” to provide public pressure sewer extension through construction of sewerage pump station and force main for its development at Davenport Downs, (Project No. 07-SL-180). The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance and Public Works Committees. Mr. Coleman 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0);

BILL NO. BL2017-662

An ordinance approving Amendment Two to the Ground Lease for Rose Park between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Department of Parks and Recreation, and Belmont University (Proposal No. 2017M-027PR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, Budget and Finance, Parks, Library, and Recreation, and Planning, Zoning, and Historical Committees. Mr. Sledge moved to pass the bill on 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0);

BILL NO. BL2017-663

An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing combined sewer mains and easements and to accept new combined sewer mains, manholes and any associated easements, for property located at 1419 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard (MWS Project Nos. 16-SL-257 and Proposal No. 2017M-029ES-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 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0);

BILL NO. BL2017-664

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 North Dupont Avenue to “Vandiver Drive” and by renaming an unimproved section of North Dupont Avenue to “Vandiver Court” (Proposal Number 2017M-007SR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, ECD Board, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Committees. Mr. Pridemore 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (34); “Noes” (0);

BILL NO. BL2017-665

An ordinance to amend the Geographic Information Systems Street and Alley Centerline Layer for The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County by renaming Capitol Boulevard to “Anne Dallas Dudley Boulevard” (Proposal No. 2017M-010SR-001). The bill was approved by the Planning Commission, ECD Board, Planning, Zoning, and Historical, Public Works, and Traffic, Parking, and Transportation 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0);

BILL NO. BL2017-666

An ordinance to amend BL2016-533 by changing the name of a portion of Boscobel Street from “North 6th Street” to “South 6th Street (Proposal No. 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, Glover, Syracuse, Freeman, Sledge, Allen, Roberts, Weiner, Mina Johnson, Murphy, Elrod, Blalock, Vercher, Karen Johnson Potts, Bedne, Dowell, Coleman, Henderson, Rosenberg (35); “Noes” (0);

Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.

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