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Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 5:30 PM AM · Committee Room 4

TL;DR

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee reviewed seven resolutions focused on youth development programs, park improvements, and cultural initiatives. The committee considered funding for after-school programs, library AI literacy grants, park land conservation, and heritage preservation projects.

Key Decisions

  • Semiquincentennial Celebration grant for archaeological survey Presented for consideration
  • After Zone Alliance youth programs funding amendment Presented for consideration
  • National Leadership Grant for library AI literacy programs Presented for consideration
  • Land conservation option agreement for ~300 acres at Bull Run Road near Beaman Park Presented for consideration
  • Task force formation to develop 10-year youth success gap closure plan Presented for consideration
Agenda PDF

Agenda

  1. Public Comment
  2. Pursuant to Section 8 44 112 of the Tennessee Code Annotated, time is reserved for public comment on legislative items appearing on this agenda or related to the committee. Members of the public wishing to speak may sign up on the Council Committee signup sheet posted outside the room where the committee is scheduled to meet. Public Comment sign up for Council Committee meetings will end immediately before the meeting begins. Public Comment is limited to eight minutes total at Council Committee meetings and each speaker is allowed up to two minutes to speak. All public comment speakers must present proof of Tennessee residency. Requests for interpretation services and/or accessibility accommodations should be directed to the Council Office at 615 862 6780. Las solicitudes de servicios de interpretación y/o adaptaciones de accesibilidad deben dirigirse a la Oficina del Consejo al 615 862 6780.
  3. Resolutions
  4. 1. A resolution accepting a Semiquincentennial Celebration grant from the Tennessee State Museum to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Historical Commission, to conduct public archaeology through a ground penetrating radar (GPR) survey of portions of Sevier Park and the Civil War entrenchments on the property.
    Resolution
  5. 2. A resolution approving amendment one to a grant contract with An Array of Charm Camps for Youth Development for the provision of free and high-quality out-of-school programs through the Nashville After Zone Alliance.
    Resolution
  6. 3. A resolution approving an application for a National Leadership Grants for Libraries grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Nashville Public Library (NPL) on behalf of the Nashville After Zone Alliance (NAZA), a division of NPL, to adapt existing AI literacy models and test highly engaging delivery approaches for youth, parents, and other adults.
    Resolution
  7. 4. A resolution authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Board of Parks and Recreation, to enter into a License Agreement with CSX TRANSPORTATION, INC. to use a portion of the parking area located near the CSX trestle around 2009 Sevier Street (Parcel No. 09402022900) (Proposal No. 2026M-058AG-001).
    Resolution
  8. 5. A resolution approving an option agreement between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and The Conservation Fund authorizing the purchase of nearly 300 acres located at 0 Bull Run Road and adjacent to Beaman Park (Parcel Nos. 04600002900, 04600002600, 04600002500, 04600009800); (Proposal No 2026M-059AG-001.).
    Resolution
  9. 6. A resolution accepting a grant from the Hillsboro-West End Neighborhood Association to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, to provide funding for the annual maintenance and repair costs of the mosaic Sea Serpent sculpture (“the dragon”) at Fannie Mae Dees Park.
    Resolution
  10. 7. A resolution requesting that the Mayor form a task force represented by youth development leaders within the Metropolitan Government to develop a 10-year vision for closing youth success gaps.
    Resolution
  11. Chair Report / Updates