Metropolitan Council

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 · 6:30 PM AM · Metropolitan Courthouse

TL;DR

The Metropolitan Council approved $375,000 in funding for a youth violence prevention program and advanced multiple zoning changes to allow new residential and mixed-use development across Nashville. The council also confirmed 15 board and commission appointments and passed numerous infrastructure and utility-related ordinances.

Key Decisions

Community Safety Fund Grant - Youth Violence Prevention Program Passed
Zoning Change - 120 Multi-Family Units at 201 Gifford Place Passed on third reading
Downtown Code Amendments - Mixed-Use Development Regulations Passed on third reading with 11 amendments (37-0)
Board and Commission Confirmations 15 appointees confirmed unanimously
Zoning Change - East Bank Property to Downtown Code Passed on third reading

Agenda PDF

Agenda

Announcements and Presentations - 6:00 p.m.
Call to Order

The Metropolitan Council met in regular session on this date at 6:30 p.m. in the Metropolitan Courthouse.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance

The invocation was offered by H.G. Stovall, Deacon at Connection United Methodist Church. The Metropolitan Council gave the pledge of allegiance to the American Flag.
Roll Call

The roll was called and the following members were present during the progress of the meeting:
Approval of Minutes

The minutes of the regular meeting on April 7, 2026 were approved.
Appointees and Nominees
26-068 Action Commission Appointment of Jon Michael for a term expiring June 30, 2028.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-067 Health and Educational Facilities Board Consideration of nominees to fill one vacancy on the Board with a term expiring September 30, 2028, with an election to be conducted at the May 7, 2026 Council meeting. · Nick Cavin nominated by CM Capp
Appointment
The nominee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the nominee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-069 Historic Zoning Commission Reappointment of Elizabeth Mayhall for a term expiring June 1, 2031.
Appointment
Action: deferred

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections recommended a one-meeting deferral. Council Member Cash moved to defer the appointment, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
26-073 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Michael Babb, Residential Property Owner for a 3-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-074 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Walt Burton, Commercial Tenant for a 3-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-075 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Lisa Haller, Residential Property Owner for a 3-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-076 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Andree LeQuire for a 3-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-077 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Julia Baker for a 2-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-078 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Bob Franklin, Commercial Tenant for a 2-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-079 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Allie Hall Eagles, Large Commercial Owner for a 2-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-080 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Emily Schneller, Residential Property Owner for a 2-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-081 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Donovan Sheffield for a 2-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-082 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Andrew Cook, Large Commercial Property Owner for a 1-year term.
Appointment
Action: deferred

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections recommended a one-meeting deferral. Council Member Cash moved to defer the appointment, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
26-083 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Charly Couture for a 1-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-084 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Chris Gala, Residential Tenant for a 1-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-085 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Malik Gaye for a 1-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-086 Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Keith Siebenaler, Large Commercial Property Owner for a 1-year term.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-070 Parks and Recreation Board Reappointment of Dr. Michelle Steele for a term expiring March 30, 2031.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-042 Property Standards and Appeals Board Reappointment of Mirza Esteban for a term expiring April 7, 2030.
Appointment
Action: withdrawn

Council Member Cash withdrew the appointment.
26-071 Short Term Rental Appeals Board Appointment of David Kleinfelter for a term expiring April 7, 2030.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-046 Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Cesar Castro for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
26-047 Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Caroline Everett for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
Appointment
Action: deferred

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections recommended a one-meeting deferral. Council Member Cash moved to defer the appointment, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
26-072 Sustainability Advisory Committee Appointment of Laura Donahue for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
Appointment
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the appointee to be considered at the next meeting.
Confirmations
26-052 Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission Reappointment of Katherine McDonell for a term expiring March 7, 2030.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-053 Board of Equalization Appointment of Whitney Ellis as an Alternate for a term expiring April 14, 2028.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-055 Board of Equalization Appointment of Michele Trueba as an Alternate for a term expiring April 14, 2028.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-056 Board of Equalization Appointment of Scott Tyrone as an Alternate for a term expiring April 14, 2028.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-057 Fair Commissioners Board Appointment of Brittany Tabor for a term expiring April 6, 2031.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-058 Farmers Market Board Reappointment of Scott Moskovitz for a term expiring May 5, 2031.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-059 Housing Trust Fund Commission Appointment of Lizzie Goddard for a term expiring September 17, 2026.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-060 Sports Authority Reappointment of Daniel (Russ) Pulley for a term expiring February 19, 2032.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-043 Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Jeffrey Ezell Ace for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-048 Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of CM Sandy Ewing for a term expiring April 15, 2028.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-050 Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Matthew K. Taylor for a term expiring April 15, 2028.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-061 Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Linda Breggin for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-062 Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Jennifer Wang for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-063 Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Erica Weeks for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-064 Traffic and Parking Commission Appointment of Lauren Gaines for a term expiring April 3, 2028.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-065 Zoning Appeals Board Appointment of Michael Garrigan for a term expiring February 26, 2031.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-066 Zoning Appeals Board Appointment of Anna Yoder for a term expiring February 26, 2027.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
Nominations
26-087 East Bank Development Authority Nominations to fill one vacancy on the Authority with a term expiring June 30, 2030, with an election to be conducted on May 19, 2026.
Appointment
Action: nominated

The President called for nominations, which were submitted as follows: Council Member Webb nominated Bob Braswell; Council Member Toombs nominated Nathaniel Carter. The President declared the nominations closed, with an election to be conducted at the May 19, 2026 Council meeting.
26-088 Property Standards and Appeals Board Nominations to fill one vacancy on the Board with a term expiring April 7, 2030, with an election to be conducted at the May 19, 2026 Council meeting.
Appointment
Action: nominated

The President called for nominations, which were submitted as follows: Council Member Kupin nominated Grafton Brittle; Council Member Evans nominated Roger Farmer. The President declared the nominations closed, with an election to be conducted at the May 19, 2026 Council meeting.
26-089 Short Term Rental Appeals Board Nominations to fill one vacancy on the Board with a term expiring August 31, 2027, with an election to be conducted at the May 19, 2026 Council meeting.
Appointment
Action: nominated

The President called for nominations, which were submitted as follows: Council Member Kupin nominated Kevin Griffith; Council Member Toombs nominated Diamond Bell. The President declared the nominations closed, with an election to be conducted at the May 19, 2026 Council meeting.
Public Comment Period
Public Comment Period Members of the public, who are Tennessee residents, wishing to speak may sign-up at a table outside of the Council Chamber from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the day of the Council meeting. Public Comment is limited to twenty minutes total at Council meetings and each speaker is allowed up to two minutes to speak. Requests for interpretation services should be directed to the Council Office at 615-862-6780. Las solicitudes de servicios de interpretación deben dirigirse a la Oficina del Consejo a 615-862-6780.
Report
Members of the public who registered in advance spoke upon matters of interest.
Rules of Procedure
Rule 46 Amendment to Rules of Procedure, Rule 46 - Council meetings; scheduling
Rule Amendment
Action: deferred

The Rule Amendment is deferred for one meeting pursuant to Rule 53.2 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council.
Resolutions on Public Hearing
RS2026-1898 A resolution exempting Monell’s Dining & Catering, located at 1235 6th Avenue North, from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit pursuant to Section 7.08.090.E of the Metropolitan Code.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Government Operations and Regulations Committee. Council Member Kupin 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 resolution. The President declared the public hearing closed. Council Member Kupin moved that the resolution be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by the following vote: Yes (33): Suara, Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Parker, Benedict, Harrell, Hancock, Webb, Evans, Bradford, Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Taylor, Weiner, Druffel, Gadd, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles, Lee, Ewing, and Spain; No (0); Abstain (0).
RS2026-1899 A resolution exempting 201 Lucy Lane, from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a Short Term Rental Property - Not Owner-Occupied permit pursuant to Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 6.28.030(B)(2)(d).
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Government Operations and Regulations Committee. Council Member Toombs 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. Council Member Toombs moved that the resolution be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by the following vote: Yes (31): Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Benedict, Harrell, Hancock, Webb, Evans, Bradford, Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Taylor, Weiner, Druffel, Gadd, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles, Lee, Ewing, and Spain; No (0); Abstain (1): Suara.
Consent Agenda

Pursuant to Rule 40 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council, the following resolutions, ordinances on second reading, and ordinances on third reading were considered together under the Consent Agenda. The resolutions on consent begin with RS2026-1900. The bills on second reading consent begin with BL2026-1327. The bills on third reading consent begin with BL2025-1257.
Resolutions
RS2026-1900 A resolution setting the location, date, and time for the 2026 State of the Metropolitan Government Address.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee.
RS2026-1901 A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Association of Fairs (TAF) to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Fair Commissioners, to fund approved capital improvements for The Nashville Fair.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee and the Budget and Finance Committee.
RS2026-1902 A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Government to settle opioid-related claims with Remnant Defendants.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-1903 A resolution approving an application for a Historic Preservation grant and accepting a Historic Preservation grant from the Tennessee Historical Commission to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Historical Commission, to conduct dendrochronology research at several historic timber structures across Davidson County.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Planning and Zoning Committee.
RS2026-1904 A resolution approving an application for a Community Support grant and accepting a Community Support 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
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee, the Budget and Finance Committee and the Planning and Zoning Committee.
RS2026-1905 A resolution accepting the terms of a cooperative purchasing master agreement with Uber Technologies for on-demand transportation, meals, and logistics solutions for the Department of General Services.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Government Operations and Regulations Committee.
RS2026-1906 A resolution accepting the terms of a cooperative purchasing master agreement with Via Transportation, Inc. for on-demand transportation, meals and logistic solutions for the General Services Department.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Government Operations and Regulations Committee.
10. A resolution appropriating a total of $375,000 from a certain account of the Community Safety Fund for a grant to Gideon’s Army Grassroots Army for Children to implement a trauma informed, youth led workforce and leadership program for youth to reduce and mitigate violence as part of the Community Safety Initiative.
Resolution
RS2026-1908 A resolution accepting a grant from the Friends of Metro Animal Care and Control to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to provide funding for Emergency Medical Care, the Safety Net Program, and the Foster Program for shelter animals.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-1909 A resolution appropriating a total of $180,000 to Room in the Inn, Inc. and approving a grant agreement between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Office of Homeless Services, and Room in the Inn, Inc. for the provision of Day Shelter and Guest House services to provide shelter, food, clothing, navigation to resources, and other programs for people experiencing homelessness.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-1910 A resolution approving amendment one to an in-kind grant from the Friends of Shelby Park & Bottoms to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, to provide various improvements to Shelby Park and Bottoms.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee and the Budget and Finance Committee.
RS2026-1911 A resolution approving an application for a Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant from the State of Tennessee, Office of Criminal Justice Programs, to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of Family Safety, for funding to supplement staffing for both Family Safety Centers.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-1912 A resolution approving an application for a Statewide Fatality Review Technical Assistance grant from the Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Criminal Justice Programs, to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of Family Safety, to fund and promote a coordinated, multi-disciplinary approach to improving the criminal justice system’s response to sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking crimes.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-1913 A resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement by and between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (hereinafter “MNPD”), and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for extra-duty police services.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-1914 A resolution approving an application for a Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant from the Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Criminal Justice Programs, to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, to fund counselor and victim advocate positions, purchase supplies, and subsidize travel.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-1915 A resolution approving an application for a Project Safe Neighborhoods grant from the Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Criminal Justice Programs to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, to reduce gun related violence in Nashville by providing funding for overtime for the investigation of violent crimes involving guns and the enhanced use of data analysis.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-1916 A resolution approving an application for a Community Traffic Safety Enforcement and Education grant from the Tennessee Highway Safety Office to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, for community-based efforts that employ highly visible and sustained enforcement coupled with community outreach events to address impaired driving and other unsafe behaviors.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-1917 A resolution approving an application for a Local Law Enforcement Crime Gun Intelligence Center Integration Initiative grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, to strengthen and expand the Crime Gun Intelligence Center to more rapidly identify, investigate, and prosecute perpetrators of firearm related violent crimes through enhanced technology, personnel capacity, and interagency collaboration.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-1918 A resolution accepting the terms of a cooperative purchasing master agreement with ST Engineering LeeBoy, Inc. for roadway maintenance equipment for the Nashville Department of Transportation & Multimodal Infrastructure.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
RS2026-1919 A resolution authorizing Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation to construct and install an aerial encroachment at 211 Commerce Street. (Proposal No. 2026M-002EN-001).
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
RS2026-1920 A resolution authorizing Iconic Broadway Nashville, LLC to construct and install an aerial encroachment at 312 Broadway (Proposal No. 2026M-003EN-001).
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
RS2026-1921 A resolution authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to accept new public water main and fire hydrant assembly, for property located at 4240 Westcap Road, also known as Cubby Holes Self Storage (MWS Project No. 23-WL-105 and Proposal No. 2026M-020ES-001).
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
RS2026-1922 A resolution to amend Ordinance No. BL2025-905 to authorize The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to modify the acceptance of sanitary sewer force main and easements, for property located at 7375 Nolensville Road, in Williamson County, also known as Nolensville Town Square - Phase 1 Revision 1 (MWS Project No. 24-SL-83 and Proposal No. 2025M-066ES-002).
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
RS2026-1923 A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the personal injury action of Riley Olson against the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in the amount of $237,447.12, and that said amount be paid out of the Self-Insured Liability Fund.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
RS2026-1924 A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and settle the personal injury claim of Jose Gustavo Mujica Arcos against the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in the amount of $74,000.00, and that said amount be paid out of the Self-Insured Liability Fund.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
RS2026-1925 A resolution recognizing the contributions of linemen and recognizing April 18, 2026, as National Linemen Appreciation Day in Nashville and Davidson County.
Resolution
Action: adopted

The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee. Council Member Kupin moved to adopt the resolution and that all members voting in the affirmative be listed as a cosponsor pursuant to Rule 12.3 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Suara moved to suspend the rules of procedure to introduce a late filed amendment. Without objection, Council Member Suara offered Amendment No. 1 and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved to adopt the resolution as amended and that all members voting in the affirmative be listed as a cosponsor pursuant to Rule 12.3 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council, which motion was seconded and approved by the following vote: Yes (35): Suara, Evans-Segall, Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs, Cortese, Parker, Capp, Benedict, Harrell, Hancock, Webb, Eslick, Evans, Bradford, Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Taylor, Weiner, Druffel, Gadd, Preptit, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles, Lee, Ewing, and Spain; No (0); Abstain (0).
Bills on Introduction and First Reading
BL2026-1355 An ordinance amending Section 2.04.030 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative to the Metropolitan Council Office.
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Charter Revision Committee and the Government Operations and Regulations Committee.
BL2026-1356 An ordinance amending Chapter 2.24.225 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to modify appraisal requirements for certain real estate acquisitions made by the Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure and for Choose How You Move projects.
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Budget and Finance Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
BL2026-1357 An ordinance amending Chapter 2.40 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative to the Department of Law.
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Budget and Finance Committee.
BL2026-1358 An ordinance amending certain sections and subsections of Chapter 2.62, Chapter 12.56, and Title 13 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to modify fees charged by the Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure (“NDOT”) and make various other changes.
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Budget and Finance Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
BL2026-1359 An ordinance amending Chapter 13.32 of the Metropolitan Code of Law relative to removals of obstructions in the right-of-way.
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
BL2026-1360 An ordinance amending Chapter 17.28 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to amend regulations on underground utilities (Proposal No. 2026Z-010TX-001).
Bill
Action: substituted

Council Member Styles moved that the bill be passed on first reading, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Styles offered a substitute bill and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
BL2026-1361 An ordinance to amend Chapter 17.37 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to establish an East Bank Design Review Committee within the Downtown Code (“DTC”), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-011TX-001).
Bill
Action: substituted

Council Member Benedict moved that the bill be passed on first reading, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Benedict offered a substitute bill and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
BL2026-1362 An ordinance requiring an annual review and an annual presentation to the Budget and Finance Committee of the Metropolitan Council from all boards, commissions, departments, and authorities offering tax abatement incentives.
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Budget and Finance Committee.
BL2026-1363 An ordinance to provide for the designation of public property within specified areas of downtown Nashville as a temporary “Special Event Zone” during the time period beginning at six o’clock (6:00) a.m. on June 3, 2026, and ending at midnight (12:00) on June 8, 2026, relative to the use of these areas in conjunction with the 2026 CMA Fest and related activities and events.
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
BL2026-1364 An ordinance approving a lease agreement between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and Hessel Properties, GP for use of 74,374 square feet of office space located at 1283 Murfreesboro Pike (Parcel No. 12000015500)(Proposal No.2026M-015AG-001).
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Budget and Finance Committee, the Government Operations and Regulations Committee and the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1365 An ordinance authorizing the abandonment of a portion of Alley #2076, Alley #2077, Alley #2078, and Stanley Street right-of-way. (Proposal Number 2026M-002AB-001).
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
BL2026-1366 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to accept new public water and sanitary sewer mains, fire hydrant assemblies, sanitary sewer manholes and associated easements, for two properties located at 3124 Murfreesboro Pike and 3201 Hamilton Church Road, also known as Antioch 15 Phase 2 (MWS Project Nos. 25-WL-45 & 25-SL-109 and Proposal No. 2026M-021ES-001).
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
BL2026-1367 An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing public water main, sanitary sewer manhole and easements, and to accept new public water main, fire hydrant assembly, sanitary sewer manhole and easements, for property located at 110 Tune Airport Drive, also known as Atlantic Aviation JWN Phase 1 (MWS Project Nos. 25-WL-84 and 25-SL-210 and Proposal No. 2026M-027ES-001).
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
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Bills on Second Reading
BL2026-1254 An ordinance to amend Title 6 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding the disclosure of personalized algorithmic and dynamic pricing.
Bill
Action: deferred

The bill was recommended for deferral to the July 21, 2026 Council meeting by the Government Operations and Regulations Committee. Council Member Cortese moved to defer the bill to the July 21, 2026 Council meeting, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
BL2026-1327 An ordinance to amend certain sections of Chapter 2.114 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws pertaining to the Metropolitan Animal Care and Control Commission.
Bill
Action: passed on second reading

The bill was approved by the Public Health and Safety Committee and the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee.
BL2026-1328 An ordinance to amend Chapter 10.64.018 of the Metropolitan Code, to establish an updated fee schedule for the Fire Marshal’s Office.
Bill
Action: passed on second reading

The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
BL2026-1329 An ordinance approving a participation agreement between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Housing Division of the Metropolitan Planning Department, and Nashville Leased Housing Associates III, Limited Partnership, to provide enhanced pedestrian signaling for Nashville Leased Housing Associates III’s proposed development, as well as other existing properties in the area (Proposal No. 2025M-034AG-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading

The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1330 An ordinance authorizing Riverwalk Nashville Homeowners Association, Inc. to construct and install aerial and underground encroachments at 6161 Rivervalley Drive. (Proposal No. 2025M-023EN-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
BL2026-1331 An ordinance authorizing the abandonment of a portion of Newsom Station Road right-of-way between Newsom Station Road and Interstate I-40. (Proposal Number 2026M-001AB-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
BL2026-1332 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to acquire permanent and temporary easements through negotiation, condemnation and acceptance for the Townes Drive Stormwater Improvement Project for two properties located at 178 and 182 Townes Drive. (Project No. 26-SWC-192 and Proposal No. 2026M-016ES-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
BL2026-1333 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to acquire permanent and temporary easements through negotiation, condemnation and acceptance for the Kenwood Drive Stormwater Improvement Project for six properties located on Kenwood Drive, Winding Way and Eastdale Avenue (Project No. 26-SWC-181 and Proposal No. 2026M-012ES-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
BL2026-1334 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing reservoir drain line, and to accept new public sanitary sewer main, sanitary sewer manholes and easements, for property located at 1431 Vultee Boulevard, also known as Jetway Logistics (MWS Project Nos. 25-WL-53 and 25-SL-57 and Proposal No. 2025M-194ES-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Council Member Bradford moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council, with Council Member Allen abstaining.
BL2026-1335 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to accept new public sanitary sewer mains, sanitary sewer manholes and easements, for six properties located on Nolensville Road and Williams Road in Williamson County, also known as Darsey (MWS Project No. 25-SL-141 and Proposal No. 2026M-015ES-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
BL2026-1336 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to accept the vertical relocation of water main, new sanitary sewer main, sanitary sewer manholes and easements, for two properties located at 3332 Murfreesboro Pike and Mt. View Road (unnumbered), also known as Mt. View Wawa (MWS Project Nos. 26-WL-14 and 25-SL-212 and Proposal No. 2026M-014ES-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
Bills on Third Reading
BL2026-1255 An ordinance amending Chapter 13.08 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, related to sandwich board signs in the public right-of-way.
Bill
Action: deferred Passed

Council Member Horton moved that the bill be deferred, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
BL2026-1257 An ordinance amending Chapters 17.16 and 17.40 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, to permit detached accessory dwelling units (DADUs) on legally created residential lots with non-conforming lot area (Proposal No. 2026Z-005TX-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1266 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 RM15-A-NS zoning for properties located at 4046 and 4060 Murfreesboro Pike, approximately 399 feet southwest of Maxwell Road (10.12 acres), and within the Murfreesboro Pike Urban Design Overlay District, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2025Z-033PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading
BL2026-1273 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, to make various changes to the Downtown Code (DTC), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-002TX-001)
Bill
Action: passed on third reading as amended Passed

The bill was approved with amendments by the Planning and Zoning Committee. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Kupin offered Proposed Amendment 2, hereinafter referred to as Amendment A, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Kupin offered Proposed Amendment 3, hereinafter referred to as Amendment B, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Kupin offered Proposed Amendment 4 and moved that it be adopted, which motion was properly seconded. After discussion, Council Member Kupin withdrew the motion to amend with Proposed Amendment 4. Council Member Kupin offered Proposed Amendment 5, hereinafter referred to as Amendment C, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Kupin offered Proposed Amendment 6, hereinafter referred to as Amendment D, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Capp offered Proposed Amendment 20, hereinafter referred to as Amendment E, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Capp offered Proposed Amendment 22, hereinafter referred to as Amendment F, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Capp offered Proposed Amendment 23, hereinafter referred to as Amendment G, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Capp offered Proposed Amendment 24, hereinafter referred to as Amendment H, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Capp offered Proposed Amendment 25, hereinafter referred to as Amendment I, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Capp offered Proposed Amendment 27, hereinafter referred to as Amendment J, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Capp moved to suspend the rules of procedure to introduce a late filed amendment. Without objection, Council Member Capp offered Proposed Late Amendment 1, hereinafter referred to as Amendment K, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Capp moved to suspend the rules of procedure to introduce a late filed amendment. Without objection, Council Member Capp offered Proposed Late Amendment 2, hereinafter referred to as Amendment L, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Parker offered Proposed Amendment 15, hereinafter referred to as Amendment M, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Benedict offered Proposed Amendment 12, hereinafter referred to as Amendment N, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Benedict moved to suspend the rules of procedure to introduce a late filed amendment, but was met with requisite objection causing the motion to fail. Council Member Horton offered Proposed Amendment 11, hereinafter referred to as Amendment O, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Kupin moved to suspend the rules of procedure to introduce a late filed amendment. Without objection, Council Member Kupin offered Proposed Late Amendment 4, hereinafter referred to as Amendment P, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Kupin offered Proposed Amendment 10, hereinafter referred to as Amendment Q, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and approved by the following vote: Yes (37): Suara, Evans-Segall, Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Parker, Capp, Benedict, Harrell, Hancock, Webb, Eslick, Evans, Bradford, Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Taylor, Weiner, Druffel, Gadd, Preptit, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles, Lee, Ewing, and Spain; No (0); Abstain (0).
BL2026-1284 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 DTC zoning for various properties located east of Korean Veterans Boulevard and south of Sylvan Street (40.96 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-009PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading Passed

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
BL2026-1295 An ordinance amending Section 2.24.230 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding the community meeting requirements for leasing certain Metropolitan Government-owned properties.
Bill
Action: passed on third reading
BL2026-1303 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 for property located at 800 Gwynn Drive, at the southeast corner of Patapsco Street and Gwynn Drive (0.32 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2024Z-127PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1304 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 for property located at 2304 Hobson Pike, approximately 207 feet northeast of Beachmist Way, zoned SP (12.15 acres), to permit a daycare center, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2025SP-027-002).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1305 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 SP zoning for the property located at 1027 Wade Avenue, at the southeast corner of Wade Avenue and 11th Avenue South (0.14 acres), to permit four multi-family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2025SP-054-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1306 An ordinance to authorize building material restrictions and requirements for BL2026-1305, a proposed Specific Plan Zoning District for property located at 1027 Wade Avenue, at the southeast corner of Wade Avenue and 11th Avenue South (0.14 acres) to permit four multi-family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2025SP-054-001). THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE REQUIRES CERTAIN MATERIALS TO BE RESTRICTED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS.
Bill
Action: passed on third reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1307 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 SP zoning for property located at 100 Kenner Avenue, approximately 315 feet northeast of Ridgefield Drive (0.34 acres), and located within the Harding/White Bridge Urban Design Overlay, to permit a mixed use development, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026SP-006-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1308 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, ORI and SP to MUL-NS zoning for properties located at 911, 920 and 921 Perimeter Court, located approximately 285 feet southeast of Perimeter Place Drive (14.07 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-007PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1309 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 RM20-A-NS zoning for properties located at 3311, 3313, 3315A, 3317 and 3319 Walton Lane, approximately 34 feet west of Arrowhead Drive (4.13 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-011PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1310 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 for property located at 2507 Meharry Boulevard, approximately 166 feet west of 25th Avenue North (0.17 acres), and within a Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit Overlay District, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-013PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.
67. 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 portion of a Planned Unit Development Overlay District to permit 120 multi-family residential units on property located at 201 Gifford Place, located at the corner of Gifford Place and Whites Creek Pike (3.11 acres), zoned CS and within a Planned Unit Development Overlay District, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 61-77P-005).
Bill
BL2026-1312 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 River North Urban Design Overlay District for various properties located on Cowan Street, Cowan Court, and Waterside Drive, (165.21 acres), to create a new Subdistrict 3 and update the General Standards related to future streets and open space, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017UD-005-012).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1313 An ordinance to authorize building material restrictions and requirements for BL2026-1312, the River North Urban Design Overlay, for properties located on Cowan Street, Cowan Court, and Waterside Drive, (165.21 acres), to create a new Subdistrict 3 and update the General Standards related to future streets and open space, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2017UD-005-012). THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE REQUIRES CERTAIN MATERIALS TO BE RESTRICTED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS.
Bill
Action: passed on third reading

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1315 An ordinance to amend Title 2 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to create a new chapter establishing a priority processing program for affordable housing and day care development projects.
Bill
Action: passed on third reading
BL2026-1316 An ordinance amending Chapter 16.24 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require shopping centers to provide publicly accessible rubbish and garbage containers.
Bill
Action: passed on third reading
BL2026-1319 An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to participate in the master agreement between the Wilson County Board of Education, a state of Tennessee municipal agency, and Dell Marketing, L.P., to purchase computer hardware and software.
Bill
Action: passed on third reading
BL2026-1320 An ordinance approving a greenway conservation easement between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, and Domain Timberlake Multistate 2, LLC; C/O Clayton Properties Group, Inc., for greenway improvements at 552 Misty Creek Court (Parcel No. 032160B90400CO) (Proposal No. 2026M-007AG-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading
BL2026-1321 An ordinance approving a greenway conservation easement between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, and 2500 W Heiman, LP, for greenway improvements at 2518 W Heiman Street (Parcel No. 08100003300) (Proposal No. 2026M-005AG-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading
BL2026-1322 An ordinance authorizing 603 Southgate LLC to construct and install an underground encroachment at 603 Southgate Avenue (Proposal No. 2025M-014EN-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading
BL2026-1323 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to acquire permanent and temporary easements through negotiation, condemnation and acceptance, for the Maynor Avenue Stormwater Improvement Project for property located at 1013 Maynor Avenue. (Project No. 26-SWC-149 and Proposal No. 2025M-198ES-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading
BL2026-1324 An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to accept new public water and sanitary sewer mains, fire hydrant assemblies, sanitary sewer manholes and easements, for property located at Lucile Street (unnumbered), also known as City Vista II, (MWS Project No. 25-WL-36 and 25-SL-86 and Proposal No. 2025M-186ES-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading
BL2026-1325 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to abandon existing public water and sanitary sewer mains, fire hydrant assemblies, sanitary sewer manholes and easements, and to accept new public water and sanitary sewer mains, fire hydrant assemblies, sanitary sewer manholes and easements, for 17 properties located at Cowan Street, Waterside Drive, River North Boulevard and North 9th Street, also known as River North Early Works (MWS Project Nos. 25-WL-73 & 25-SL-170 and Proposal No. 2026M-005ES-001).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading
Adjournment

Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.
RS2026-1907 A resolution appropriating a total of $375,000 from a certain account of the Community Safety Fund for a grant to Gideon’s Army Grassroots Army for Children to implement a trauma informed, youth led workforce and leadership program for youth to reduce and mitigate violence as part of the Community Safety Initiative.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee. Council Member Toombs moved that the resolution be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by the following roll call vote:
BL2026-1311 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 portion of a Planned Unit Development Overlay District to permit 120 multi-family residential units on property located at 201 Gifford Place, located at the corner of Gifford Place and Whites Creek Pike (3.11 acres), zoned CS and within a Planned Unit Development Overlay District, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 61-77P-005).
Bill
Action: passed on third reading Passed

The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee. Council Member Kimbrough moved that the bill be passed on third reading, which motion was properly seconded. After discussion, Council Member Benedict called for the previous question, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The matter recurred on the motion that the bill be passed on third reading, which motion was seconded and approved by the following roll call vote:
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Having been unanimously approved by all of the appropriate committees, upon motion duly seconded, all of the items on the Consent Agenda were approved by the following vote: Yes (36): Suara, Evans-Segall, Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Parker, Capp, Benedict, Harrell, Hancock, Webb, Eslick, Evans, Bradford, Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Weiner, Druffel, Gadd, Preptit, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles, Lee, Ewing, and Spain; No (0); Abstain (0).
BL2026-1360 An ordinance amending Chapter 17.28 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to amend regulations on underground utilities (Proposal No. 2026Z-010TX-001).
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

Council Member Styles moved that the bill be passed on first reading as substituted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning Commission.
BL2026-1361 An ordinance to amend Chapter 17.37 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to establish an East Bank Design Review Committee within the Downtown Code (“DTC”), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-011TX-001).
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

Council Member Benedict moved that the bill be passed on first reading as substituted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning Commission.

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