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Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 · 4:45 PM AM · Committee Room 2

TL;DR

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee held a meeting to address board and commission appointments, confirm reappointments, and consider procedural amendments. The committee processed numerous appointments across various city boards and commissions, including positions on the Midtown Central Business Improvement District, Sustainability Advisory Committee, and several other municipal boards. One ordinance amendment regarding the Metropolitan Animal Care and Control Commission was on second reading.

Key Decisions

  • Metropolitan Animal Care and Control Commission ordinance amendment On second reading
  • Midtown Central Business Improvement District board appointments Multiple appointments approved (11 positions with varying 1-3 year terms)
  • Sustainability Advisory Committee reappointments and appointments Multiple members reappointed/appointed (6 total positions)
  • State of the Metropolitan Government Address resolution Resolution to set location, date, and time for 2026 address
  • National Linemen Appreciation Day recognition Resolution recognizing April 18, 2026 as National Linemen Appreciation Day in Nashville and Davidson County
Agenda PDF

Agenda

  1. Public Comment
  2. Pursuant to Section 8 44 112 of the Tennessee Code Annotated, time is reserved for public comment on legislative items appearing on this agenda. Members of the public wishing to speak may sign up on the Council Committee signup sheet posted outside the room where the committee is scheduled to meet. Public Comment sign up for Council Committee meetings will end immediately before the meeting begins. Public Comment is limited to eight minutes total at Council Committee meetings and each speaker is allowed up to two minutes to speak. All public comment speakers must present proof of Tennessee residency. Requests for interpretation services and/or accessibility accommodations should be directed to the Council Office at 615 862 6780. Las solicitudes de servicios de interpretación y/o adaptaciones de accesibilidad deben dirigirse a la Oficina del Consejo al 615 862 6780.
  3. Resolutions
  4. 1. A resolution setting the location, date, and time for the 2026 State of the Metropolitan Government Address.
    Resolution
  5. 2. A resolution recognizing the contributions of linemen and recognizing April 18, 2026, as National Linemen Appreciation Day in Nashville and Davidson County.
    Resolution
  6. Bills on Second Reading
  7. 3. 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
  8. Board and Commission Appointees and Nominees
  9. 4. Action Commission Appointment of Jon Michael for a term expiring June 30, 2028.
    Appointment
  10. 5. 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
  11. 6. Historic Zoning Commission Reappointment of Elizabeth Mayhall for a term expiring June 1, 2031.
    Appointment
  12. 7. Parks and Recreation Board Reappointment of Dr. Michelle Steele for a term expiring March 30, 2031.
    Appointment
  13. 8. Property Standards and Appeals Board Reappointment of Mirza Esteban for a term expiring April 7, 2030.
    Appointment
  14. 9. Short Term Rental Appeals Board Appointment of David Kleinfelter for a term expiring April 7, 2030.
    Appointment
  15. 10. Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Cesar Castro for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
    Appointment
  16. 11. Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Caroline Everett for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
    Appointment
  17. 12. Sustainability Advisory Committee Appointment of Laura Donahue for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
    Appointment
  18. 13. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Michael Babb, Residential Property Owner for a 3-year term.
    Appointment
  19. 14. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Walt Burton, Commercial Tenant for a 3-year term.
    Appointment
  20. 15. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Lisa Haller, Residential Property Owner for a 3-year term.
    Appointment
  21. 16. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Andree LeQuire for a 3-year term.
    Appointment
  22. 17. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Julia Baker for a 2-year term.
    Appointment
  23. 18. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Bob Franklin, Commercial Tenant for a 2-year term.
    Appointment
  24. 19. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Allie Hall Eagles, Large Commercial Owner for a 2-year term.
    Appointment
  25. 20. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Emily Schneller, Residential Property Owner for a 2-year term.
    Appointment
  26. 21. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Donovan Sheffield for a 2-year term.
    Appointment
  27. 22. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Andrew Cook, Large Commercial Property Owner for a 1-year term.
    Appointment
  28. 23. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Charly Couture for a 1-year term.
    Appointment
  29. 24. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Chris Gala, Residential Tenant for a 1-year term.
    Appointment
  30. 25. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Malik Gaye for a 1-year term.
    Appointment
  31. 26. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Keith Siebenaler, Large Commercial Property Owner for a 1-year term.
    Appointment
  32. Board and Commission Confirmations
  33. 27. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission Reappointment of Katherine McDonell for a term expiring March 7, 2030.
    Appointment
  34. 28. Board of Equalization Appointment of Whitney Ellis as an Alternate for a term expiring April 14, 2028.
    Appointment
  35. 29. Board of Equalization Appointment of Michele Trueba as an Alternate for a term expiring April 14, 2028.
    Appointment
  36. 30. Board of Equalization Appointment of Scott Tyrone as an Alternate for a term expiring April 14, 2028.
    Appointment
  37. 31. Fair Commissioners Board Appointment of Brittany Tabor for a term expiring April 6, 2031.
    Appointment
  38. 32. Farmers Market Board Reappointment of Scott Moskovitz for a term expiring May 5, 2031.
    Appointment
  39. 33. Housing Trust Fund Commission Appointment of Lizzie Goddard for a term expiring September 17, 2026.
    Appointment
  40. 34. Sports Authority Reappointment of Daniel (Russ) Pulley for a term expiring February 19, 2032.
    Appointment
  41. 35. Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Jeffrey Ezell Ace for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
    Appointment
  42. 36. Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of CM Sandy Ewing for a term expiring April 15, 2028.
    Appointment
  43. 37. Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Matthew K. Taylor for a term expiring April 15, 2028.
    Appointment
  44. 38. Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Linda Breggin for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
    Appointment
  45. 39. Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Jennifer Wang for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
    Appointment
  46. 40. Sustainability Advisory Committee Reappointment of Erica Weeks for a term expiring March 14, 2028.
    Appointment
  47. 41. Traffic and Parking Commission Appointment of Lauren Gaines for a term expiring April 3, 2028.
    Appointment
  48. 42. Zoning Appeals Board Appointment of Michael Garrigan for a term expiring February 26, 2031.
    Appointment
  49. 43. Zoning Appeals Board Appointment of Anna Yoder for a term expiring February 26, 2027.
    Appointment
  50. 2023-2027 Metropolitan Council Rules of Procedure
  51. 44. Amendment to Rules of Procedure, Rule 46 - Council meetings; scheduling
    Rule Amendment
  52. Chair Report / Updates