WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Charter authorizes the Metropolitan Government to lease property; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to the terms of the agreement (the “Agreement”) attached as Exhibit A and incorporated into this bill by reference, the United States of America, Department of the Army proposes to lease to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, a parcel of property (the “Property”) for public recreational activities; and

WHEREAS, approval of the Agreement will help to enhance the recreational opportunities available for Nashville’s citizens.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ENACTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:

Section 1. The Agreement (Exhibit A) between the United States of America, Department of the Army, and the Metropolitan Government, acting through Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, is hereby approved, and the Metropolitan Mayor is authorized to execute it.

Section 2. Any amendment to the Agreement must be approved by resolution of the Metropolitan Council receiving at least 21 affirmative votes.

Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect from and after its passage, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.

Sponsored by: Brenda Gilmore, Bruce Stanley, Phil Ponder, Tony Derryberry

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY
Introduced:	November 19, 2002
Passed First Reading:	November 19, 2002
Referred to:	Planning Commision - Approved 8-0 (11/14/02) Budget & Finance Committee Parks & Recreation Committee Planning & Zoning Committee
Passed Second Reading:	December 3, 2002
Passed Third Reading:	December 17, 2002
Approved:	December 19, 2002
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