Metropolitan Council

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 · 6:30 PM AM · Metropolitan Courthouse

TL;DR

The Metropolitan Council held a regular session where they approved multiple zoning changes across Nashville, confirmed several board appointees, and adopted resolutions for housing initiatives and grants. The council also passed procedural rule amendments and approved a major infrastructure development district.

Key Decisions

Rivergate Infrastructure Development District Adopted
Multiple zoning changes (18+ properties rezoned) Passed on second reading
Multi-family residential development at 5683 Cane Ridge Road (68 units) Passed on second reading (33-1-1 (Styles No, Porterfield abstain))
Barnes Fund grants for affordable housing rehabilitation ($1.39M) Adopted
Motorola Solutions public safety software cooperative agreement Adopted as amended

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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 Associate Minister Wesley King of Vine Street Christian 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 September 15, 2026 were approved.
Elections
26-167 Contract and Compliance Board Consideration of nominee to fill one vacancy on the Board for a non-voting member from the Metropolitan Council with a term expiring August 31, 2027, with an election to be conducted at the October 6, 2026 Council meeting. · CM Deonté Harrell nominated by CM Sandra Sepulveda
Appointment
Action: elected

The President called for an election to fill one vacancy on the Contract and Compliance Board for a non-voting member of the Metropolitan Council. Nominations previously made were CM Deonté Harrell. The following vote was taken on the nominated candidates: Deonté Harrell (34): Suara, Porterfield, Evans-Segall, Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Capp, Benedict, Harrell, Webb, Eslick, Evans, Bradford, Huffman, Gregg, Welsch, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Taylor, Gadd, Preptit, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles, Ewing, and Spain; Abstain (0). The president declared that Deonté Harrell was elected to the Board.
26-162 Human Relations Commission Consideration of nominees to fill one vacancy on the Commission with a term expiring April 18, 2027, with an election to be held at the October 6, 2026 Council meeting. · Christy Borthick nominated by CM Eslick
Appointment
Action: elected

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the nominees. The President called for an election to fill one vacancy on the Human Relations Commission. Nominations previously made were Christy Borthick. The following vote was taken on the nominated candidates: Christy Borthick (21): Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Cortese, Webb, Eslick, Evans, Bradford, Huffman, Gregg, Cash, Kupin, Taylor, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Rutherford, Styles, Ewing, and Spain; Abstain (10): Porterfield, Evans-Segall, Toombs, Gamble, Harrell, Welsch, Vo, Gadd, Preptit, Sepulveda. The president declared that Christy Borthick was elected to the Commission.
Appointees and Nominees
26-168 Community Review Board Reappointment of Judge (Ret.) Joe B. Brown for a term expiring October 31, 2029.
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.
26-169 Employee Benefit Board Appointment of Randy Howell for a term expiring June 30, 2027.
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.
26-170 Sustainability Advisory Committee Appointment of Catherine Price for a term expiring April 15, 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.
26-171 Transportation Licensing Commission Reappointment of Freddie L. Carr for a term expiring November 5, 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
26-163 Board of Licensing for Adult Entertainment and Safety Appointment of F. Cory Mason for a term expiring October 10, 2027.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Sepulveda moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-155 Community Corrections Advisory Board Reappointment of Joseph L. Umberger for a term expiring October 22, 2028.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Sepulveda moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-164 Short Term Rental Appeals Board Appointment of Jackson Ferrell for a term expiring August 10, 2030.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Sepulveda moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-165 Short Term Rental Appeals Board Appointment of Ben Vaught for a term expiring August 10, 2030.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Sepulveda moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
26-166 Tourism and Convention Commission Appointment of Tod Roadarmel for a term expiring June 30, 2028.
Appointment
Action: approved

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the appointment. Council Member Sepulveda moved to confirm the appointment, which motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.
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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

Council Member Horton moved to suspend Rule 15.1 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council to change the Capital Improvement Budget request submission deadline from October 31, 2026 to November 9, 2026. Without objection, the Rule is suspended. Council Member Horton moved to suspend Rule 15.2 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council to change the deadline for the Capital Improvement Budget report prepared by the Planning Department from December 16, 2026 to December 31, 2026. Without objection, the Rule is suspended.
Rule 21 Amendment to Rules of Procedure, Rule 21 - Legislation concerning appropriation of funds
Rule Amendment
Action: approved

The Rule 21 amendment was approved with a substitute by the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee. Council Member Spain moved to adopt the Rule amendment, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Spain moved to suspend the Rules of Procedure to offer a late filed substitute Rule amendment. Without objection, Council Member Spain offered a substitute Rule amendment and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Spain moved to adopt the Rule amendment as substituted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
Resolutions on Public Hearing
RS2026-2293 A resolution exempting 178 Second Avenue North, Unit #205, 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 Passed

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:
RS2026-2294 A resolution establishing the Rivergate Infrastructure Development District.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Council Member Webb 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 Webb moved that the resolution be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by the following vote:
Bills on Public Hearing
BL2025-703 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 Historic Landmark Overlay District for property located at 4301 Harding Pike, 296 feet southwest of Woodlawn Drive, zoned CS and located within the Harding/White Bridge Urban Design Overlay (3.99 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2025HL-001-001).
Bill
Action: deferred Passed

Council Member Gadd moved that the bill be deferred to the March 2, 2027 public hearing, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
BL2025-704 An ordinance to authorize building material restrictions and requirements for BL2025-703, a proposed Historic Landmark Overlay District to include property located at 4301 Harding Pike, 296 feet southwest of Woodlawn Drive, zoned CS and located within the Harding/White Bridge Urban Design Overlay (3.99 acres) (Proposal No. 2025HL-001-001). THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE REQUIRES CERTAIN MATERIALS TO BE RESTRICTED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS.
Bill
Action: deferred Passed

Council Member Gadd moved that the bill be deferred to the March 2, 2027 public hearing, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
BL2026-1395 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 470 Radnor Street, approximately 217 feet northeast of Meade Avenue (0.2 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-012PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Welsch 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. Council Member Welsch moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1400 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 5683 Cane Ridge Road, approximately 479 feet south of Spring Path Lane (6.64 acres), to permit 68 multi-family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026SP-009-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Lee requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and a citizen was heard in favor of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Council Member Lee 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 Styles voting No and Council Member Porterfield abstaining. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1401 An ordinance to authorize building material restrictions and requirements for BL2026-1400, a proposed Specific Plan Zoning District for property located at 5683 Cane Ridge Road, approximately 479 feet south of Spring Path Lane (6.64 acres), to permit 68 multi-family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026SP-009-001). THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE REQUIRES CERTAIN MATERIALS TO BE RESTRICTED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS.
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Lee requested a hearing from the public on this bill which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone desired to be heard for or against the bill and a citizen was heard in favor of the bill. The President declared the public hearing closed. Council Member Lee 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 Styles voting No and Council Member Porterfield abstaining. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1433 An ordinance amending Chapters 2.240, 6.28, and 7.08 and Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to replace “day care” uses with “child care” and “adult day services” uses and amend related conditions and standards (Proposal No. 2026Z-013TX-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading as amended Passed

Council Member Styles 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. Council Member Styles moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Styles 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 Styles moved that the bill be passed on second reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Allen offered Amendment No. 2 and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council, with Council Member Ewing abstaining. Council Member Styles moved that the bill be passed on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council, with Council Member Gamble, Benedict, and Capp voting No and Council Members Harrell, Preptit, Lee, and Ewing abstaining. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1481 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 R10 zoning for property located at 1814 County Hospital Road, located approximately 215 feet northeast of Doak Avenue (0.54 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2025Z-103PR-001).
Bill
Action: deferred Passed

Council Member Kimbrough moved that the bill be deferred to the November 5, 2026 public hearing, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
BL2026-1520 An ordinance amending Chapter 17.04 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to revise the definition for “Boarding house” within the Zoning Code (Proposal No. 2026Z-015TX-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Benedict 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. Council Member Benedict moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1546 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 R6-A zoning for property located at 227 Raymond Street, at the northeast corner between Keystone Avenue and Raymond Street (0.17 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-039PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Welsch 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. Council Member Welsch moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1547 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 611 28th Avenue North, at the southwest corner of Torbett Street and 28th Avenue North (0.18 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-048PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Taylor 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. Council Member Taylor moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1548 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 for properties located at 3014, 3001, 3026, 3048, 3034, 3025, 3041, and 3021 Owen Drive, and 12966 Old Hickory Boulevard, approximately 122 feet northwest of Firestone Parkway (36.46 acres), zoned AR2a and located within a Planned Unit Development Overlay District, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 15-82P-003).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Styles 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. Council Member Styles moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1549 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 properties located at 3014, 3001, 3026, 3048, 3034, 3025, 3041, and 3021 Owen Drive, and 12966 Old Hickory Boulevard, approximately 122 feet northwest of Firestone Parkway (36.46 acres), and located within a Planned Unit Development Overlay District, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-058PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Styles 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. Council Member Styles moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1550 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 321 Valeria Street, approximately 90 feet east of Wickson Avenue (0.18 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-046PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Welsch 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. Council Member Welsch moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1551 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 2417 Meharry Boulevard, approximately 230 feet east of 25th Avenue North (0.17 acres), and within the Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit Overlay District, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-049PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Taylor 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. Council Member Taylor moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1552 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 RM20 zoning for property located at Cane Ridge Road (unnumbered), approximately 776 feet southeast of Preston Road (3.9 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-076PR-001).
Bill
Action: substituted Passed

Council Member Styles 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. Council Member Styles moved that the bill be passed on second 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.
BL2026-1553 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 CF to SP zoning on property located at 300 McCann Street at the northwest corner of McCann Street and 3rd Avenue South (0.69 acres), to permit 311 multi-family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026SP-039-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Vo 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. Council Member Vo moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1554 An ordinance to authorize building material restrictions and requirements for BL2026-1553, a proposed Specific Plan Zoning District for property located at 300 McCann Street at the northwest corner of McCann Street and 3rd Avenue South (0.69 acres), to permit 311 multi-family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026SP-039-001). THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE REQUIRES CERTAIN MATERIALS TO BE RESTRICTED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS.
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Vo 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. Council Member Vo moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1555 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 223 Peachtree Street, approximately 300 feet west of Foster Avenue (0.28 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-052PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Welsch 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. Council Member Welsch moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1556 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 properties located at 1728 and 1730 Arthur Avenue, approximately 320 feet southeast of Buchanan Street, zoned RS5 (0.28 acres) and within a Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit Overlay District, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-054PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Taylor 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. Council Member Taylor moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1557 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 R10 zoning for property located at 1812 Elizabeth Road, located approximately 385 feet south of John Mallette Drive (0.46 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2025Z-088PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Kimbrough 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. Council Member Kimbrough moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1558 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 1065 Barnes Road, approximately 54 feet east of Barnes Bend Drive (55.6 acres), to permit 109 multi-family residential units and 78 single-family lots, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026SP-018-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Rutherford 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. Council Member Rutherford moved that the bill be passed on second reading and to defer the third reading of the bill to the November 5, 2026 Council meeting, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1559 An ordinance to authorize building material restrictions and requirements for BL2026-1558, a proposed Specific Plan Zoning District for property located at 1065 Barnes Road, approximately 54 feet east of Barnes Bend Drive (55.6 acres), to permit 109 multi-family residential units and 78 single-family lots, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026SP-018-001). THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE REQUIRES CERTAIN MATERIALS TO BE RESTRICTED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS.
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Rutherford 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. Council Member Rutherford moved that the bill be passed on second reading and to defer the third reading of the bill to the November 5, 2026 Council meeting, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1560 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 RS15 and SP to SP zoning for properties located at 4107 and 4186 Dodson Chapel Road and Dodson Chapel Road (unnumbered), at the southwest corner of Old Hickory Boulevard and Dodson Chapel Road (15.30 acres), to permit accessory uses to mineral extraction, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026SP-033-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading as amended Passed

Council Member Huffman 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. Council Member Huffman moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Huffman 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 Huffman moved that the bill be passed on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1561 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 IWD zoning for property located at 438 Haynie Avenue, approximately 1,800 feet west of Brick Church Pike (0.18 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-050PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Toombs 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. Council Member Toombs moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
BL2026-1562 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 R10 zoning for properties located at 277 and 281 Tusculum Road, approximately 470 feet northwest of Brewer Drive (1.96 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-053PR-001).
Bill
Action: deferred Passed

Council Member Nash moved that the bill be deferred to the November 5, 2026 public hearing, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
BL2026-1563 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 OR20-A-NS zoning for property located at 762 Lynwood Avenue, located approximately 200 feet east of 8th Avenue South (0.17 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-056PR-001).
Bill
Action: deferred Passed

Council Member Vo moved that the bill be deferred to the November 5, 2026 public hearing, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
BL2026-1564 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 IR to MUN-A-NS zoning on property located at 1326 3rd Avenue North, approximately 70 feet south of Taylor Street (0.16 acres), and within the Phillips Jackson Redevelopment District and Germantown Historic Preservation Overlay District, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-063PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Kupin 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. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee.
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 RS2026-2295 The bills on second reading consent begin with BL2026-1565. The bills on third reading consent begin with BL2026-1537.
Resolutions
30. A resolution accepting the terms of a cooperative purchasing master agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for public safety software for the Metropolitan Nashville Department of Emergency Communications.
Resolution
RS2026-2295 A resolution approving a Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies to the non-profit Cumberland River Compact in collaboration with the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of the Mayor, to create a Neighborhood Youth Climate Captains program to offer Nashville youth a way to have a tangible impact on the city.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
RS2026-2296 A resolution appropriating a total of $43,192.28 from the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of the Mayor, to Fisk University and approving a grant contract by and between the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of the Mayor, and Fisk University for the provision of youth participatory action research.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee. Council Member Spain moved that the resolution be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by the following vote:
RS2026-2297 A resolution accepting a Tennessee Highway Safety Office Recovery Court Enhancements grant from the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the State Trial Courts, to fund various Alcohol Countermeasures Highway Safety Projects.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-2298 A resolution appropriating a total of $50,000 from the Juvenile Court of Nashville and Davidson County to Rocklife Youth as a recipient of a Community Partnership Fund grant.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-2299 A resolution appropriating a total of $20,000 from the Juvenile Court of Nashville and Davidson County to TN Voices as a recipient of a Community Partnership Fund grant.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-2300 A resolution appropriating a total of $40,000 from the Juvenile Court of Nashville and Davidson County to EPIC Girl as a recipient of a Community Partnership Fund grant.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-2301 A resolution appropriating a total of $50,000 from the Juvenile Court of Nashville and Davidson County to Pathways Kitchen Corporation as a recipient of a Community Partnership Fund grant.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-2302 A resolution appropriating a total of $110,000 from the Office of Family Safety of Nashville and Davidson County to Mary Parrish Center as a recipient of a Community Partnership Fund grant.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee. Council Member Spain moved that the resolution be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by the following vote:
RS2026-2303 A resolution appropriating a total of $40,000 from the Office of Family Safety of Nashville and Davidson County to Sexual Assault Center as a recipient of a Community Partnership Fund grant.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-2304 A resolution reducing the authority of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to issue general obligations bonds pursuant to certain initial resolutions previously adopted by the Metropolitan County Council.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.
RS2026-2305 An initial resolution determining to issue general obligation bonds of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in an aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $544,720,000.
Resolution
Action: deferred

The resolution was recommended for deferral by the Budget and Finance Committee. Pursuant to Rule 8.1 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council, the resolution is deferred.
RS2026-2306 A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Planning Department Housing Division and other appropriate departments to identify and pursue options for the implementation of a centralized housing search and navigation platform for Nashville and Davidson County.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.
RS2026-2307 A resolution authorizing grants not exceeding $1,392,032 from the Barnes Fund for Affordable Housing to certain nonprofits for the express purpose of rehabilitating affordable or workforce housing.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Planning and Zoning Committee. Council Member Spain moved that the resolution be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by the following vote:
RS2026-2308 A resolution approving the Second Amendment to a grant contract for constructing affordable housing approved by RS2025-1524 between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Housing Trust Fund Commission, and Urban League of Middle Tennessee.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Planning and Zoning Committee.
RS2026-2309 A resolution to approve the fiscal year 2027 criteria of the Community Arts Leaders of Nashville Internship Program for the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee and the Budget and Finance Committee.
RS2026-2310 A resolution accepting the terms of a cooperative purchasing master agreement with The Sherwin-Williams Company for interior and exterior coatings for the Nashville Public Library.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee and the Budget and Finance Committee.
RS2026-2311 A resolution approving a sole source contract between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and American Red Cross for the provision of licensed training services.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-2312 A resolution accepting the terms of a cooperative purchasing master agreement with Lion First Responder PPE, Inc. for firefighter personal protective equipment for the Nashville Fire Department.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-2313 A resolution accepting a Continuum of Care Program grant from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of Homeless Services, to promote a community-wide commitment to the goal of ending homelessness by promoting access to and effect utilization of mainstream programs by homeless individuals and families.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-2314 A resolution accepting a Continuum of Care Homeless Management Information System grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of Homeless Services, to pay the software system vendor, purchase additional user licenses when needed, and continue integrating data from the Nashville Rescue Mission.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.
RS2026-2315 A resolution approving a contract between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and WesTech Engineering, LLC to provide products, parts, and services for biosolid facilities for the Department of Water and Sewerage Services.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
RS2026-2316 A resolution approving a contract between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and Bar Environmental Supply, Inc. to provide parts and services for environmental screening systems for the Department of Water and Sewerage Services.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
RS2026-2264 A resolution accepting the terms of a cooperative purchasing master agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for public safety software for the Metropolitan Nashville Department of Emergency Communications.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved with an amendment by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee. Council Member Spain moved that the resolution be adopted, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Spain 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 Spain moved that the resolution be adopted as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Welsch moved that the resolution be deferred to the November 5, 2026 Council meeting, which motion was seconded and failed by the following roll call vote: Yes (10): Porterfield, Kimbrough, Capp, Benedict, Harrell, Evans, Welsch, Vo, Gadd, and Sepulveda; No (24): Evans-Segall, Allen, Hill, Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Eslick, Bradford, Huffman, Gregg, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Taylor, Preptit, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Rutherford, Styles, Lee, Ewing, and Spain; Abstain (0). The matter recurred on the motion that the resolution be adopted as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Sepulveda moved that the resolution be deferred for one meeting with a re-referral to committees, which motion was seconded and failed by the following roll call vote: Yes (14): Porterfield, Evans-Segall, Kimbrough, Capp, Benedict, Harrell, Evans, Bradford, Welsch, Vo, Gadd, Preptit, Sepulveda, and Lee; No (20): Allen, Hill, Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Eslick, Huffman, Gregg, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Taylor, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Rutherford, Styles, Ewing, and Spain; Abstain (0). The matter recurred on the motion that the resolution be adopted as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Johnston called for the previous question, which motion was seconded and failed by the following roll call vote: Yes (20): Allen, Hill, Toombs, Gamble, Eslick, Evans, Bradford, Huffman, Gregg, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Rutherford, Styles, Lee, and Spain; No (14): Porterfield, Evans-Segall, Kimbrough, Cortese, Capp, Benedict, Harrell, Welsch, Vo, Taylor, Gadd, Preptit, Sepulveda, and Ewing; Abstain (0). After further discussion, the matter recurred on the motion that the resolution be adopted as amended, which motion was seconded and approved by the following roll call vote:
BL2026-1606 An ordinance to authorize building material restrictions and requirements for BL2026-1511, a proposed Specific Plan Zoning District for property located at 4465 LaVergne Couchville Pike, approximately 97 feet south of Rockland Trail (5.01 acres), to permit a maximum of 10 single family or two-family dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-002PR-001). THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE REQUIRES CERTAIN MATERIALS TO BE RESTRICTED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS.
Bill
Action: passed on first reading

Council Member Harrell moved to pass the bill on first reading as substituted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. The bill will be considered at the next available public hearing.
RS2026-2327 A resolution recognizing October 2026 as Filipino American History Month in Nashville and Davidson County.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee. Council Member Vo moved that the resolution be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by the following vote:
BL2026-1518 An ordinance amending the Metropolitan Code of Laws Title 10, Section 10.20.360, Solid waste generator fees, to clarify fees due upon disposing out of county waste in Davidson County.
Bill
Action: withdrawn

Council Member Toombs withdrew the bill.
RS2026-2326 A resolution recognizing Jerry Vandiver for his service to wildlife conservation and his contributions to the Nashville community.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee. Council Member Evans 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 seconded and approved by the following vote:
BL2026-1511 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS10 to SP zoning for property located at 4465 LaVergne Couchville Pike, approximately 97 feet south of Rockland Trail (5.01 acres), to permit a maximum of 10 single family or two-family dwelling units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-002PR-001).
Bill
Action: deferred

Council Member Harrell moved that the bill be deferred as substituted to the November 17, 2026 Council meeting, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
RS2026-2325 A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Jason Gooch, a longtime employee of the Metropolitan Department of Parks and Recreation.
Resolution
Action: adopted Passed

The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee. Council Member Porterfield moved that the resolution be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by the following vote:
BL2026-1514 An ordinance amending Title 3 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to examine best practices for Metropolitan Government to conduct periodic surveys of employees of departments, boards, and commissions of the Metropolitan Government.
Bill
Action: passed on second reading

Council Member Ellis moved that the bill be passed on second reading as substituted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council, with Council Member Eslick voting No.
BL2026-1568 An ordinance approving a contract between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Planning Department (“Planning”), and Focus Strategies (“Contractor”) to create a Permanent Supportive Housing Strategic Plan in coordination with the Housing Division of the Planning Department.
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Planning and Zoning Committee. Council Member Spain 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 Welsch voting No.
BL2026-1552 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 RM20 zoning for property located at Cane Ridge Road (unnumbered), approximately 776 feet southeast of Preston Road (3.9 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-076PR-001).
Bill
Action: passed on second reading Passed

Council Member Styles moved that the bill be passed on second reading as substituted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
Untitled item

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 (33): Porterfield, Evans-Segall, Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Capp, Harrell, Eslick, Evans, Bradford, Huffman, Gregg, Welsch, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Taylor, Gadd, Preptit, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles, Lee, Ewing, and Spain; No (0); Abstain (0).
BL2026-1536 An ordinance to amend Chapter 2.212 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative to small business incentive grants programs.
Bill
Action: passed on third reading Passed

Council Member Spain moved that the bill be passed on third reading, which motion was seconded and approved by the following roll call vote:

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