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Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 5:00 PM AM · Committee Room 2

TL;DR

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee held a meeting to consider eight resolutions, elect members to various boards and commissions, and confirm appointees to city authorities. Key items included resolutions criticizing the Electric Power Board's response to Winter Storm Fern, opposing state interference with Nashville Airport Authority, and celebrating Pride Month and Older Americans Month. The committee also voted on numerous board appointments and elections across multiple city agencies.

Key Decisions

  • Resolution expressing lack of confidence in Electric Power Board performance during Winter Storm Fern Considered
  • Board and Commission Elections - Multiple vacancies including East Bank Development Authority, Property Standards and Appeals Board, and Short Term Rental Appeals Board Nominees considered for election
  • Airport Authority appointments - Marcus Shute, Jr. and Steve Swartz Considered for confirmation
  • Resolution recognizing June 2026 as Pride Month and affirming dignity and humanity of all people Considered
  • Amendment to Rules of Procedure, Rule 46 - Council meeting scheduling Considered
Agenda PDF

Agenda

  1. Public Comment
  2. Pursuant to Section 8 44 112 of the Tennessee Code Annotated, time is reserved for public comment on legislative items appearing on this agenda or related to the committee. Members of the public wishing to speak may sign up on the Council Committee signup sheet posted outside the room where the committee is scheduled to meet. Public Comment sign up for Council Committee meetings will end immediately before the meeting begins. Public Comment is limited to eight minutes total at Council Committee meetings and each speaker is allowed up to two minutes to speak. All public comment speakers must present proof of Tennessee residency. Requests for interpretation services and/or accessibility accommodations should be directed to the Council Office at 615 862 6780. Las solicitudes de servicios de interpretación y/o adaptaciones deaccesibilidad deben dirigirse a la Oficina del Consejo al 615 862 6780.
  3. Resolutions
  4. 1. A resolution expressing a lack of confidence in the performance and leadership of Electric Power Board of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for its failures during Winter Storm Fern.
    Resolution
  5. 2. A resolution denouncing the State of Tennessee’s attempted hostile takeover of the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority.
    Resolution
  6. 3. A resolution denouncing the Tennessee General Assembly for enacting a redistricting plan that divides and dilutes congressional representation of residents of Memphis and Shelby County.
    Resolution
  7. 4. A resolution urging Nashville Electric Service and the Electric Power Board to implement a temporary moratorium on recently announced vegetation management changes.
    Resolution
  8. 5. A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Frankie Mae Keeling-Henry, civil rights activist, Freedom Rider, educator, and beloved Nashvillian.
    Resolution
  9. 6. A resolution recognizing the Frist Art Museum on the occasion of its 25th anniversary.
    Resolution
  10. 7. A resolution recognizing May 2026 as Older Americans Month in Nashville and Davidson County and recognizing FiftyForward for its 70th anniversary.
    Resolution
  11. 8. A resolution recognizing June 2026 as Pride Month in Nashville and Davidson County and affirming the dignity, freedom, and humanity of all people.
    Resolution
  12. Board and Commission Elections
  13. 9. East Bank Development Authority Consideration of nominees to fill one vacancy on the Authority with a term expiring June 30, 2030, with an election to be conducted on May 19, 2026. · Nathaniel Carter nominated by CM Toombs.
    Appointment
  14. 10. Property Standards and Appeals Board Consideration of nominees 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. · Grafton Brittle nominated by CM Kupin. · Roger Farmer nominated by CM Evans.
    Appointment
  15. 11. Short Term Rental Appeals Board Consideration of nominees 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. · Diamond Bell nominated by CM Toombs. · Kevin Griffith nominated by CM Kupin.
    Appointment
  16. Board and Commission Appointees and Nominees
  17. 12. Fire and Building Code Appeals Board Reappointment of Ilke C. Hanloser for a term expiring July 19, 2030.
    Appointment
  18. 13. Fire and Building Code Appeals Board Reappointment of Tim Prow for a term expiring July 19, 2030.
    Appointment
  19. 14. Board of Health Reappointment of Dr. Jeffrey G. Stovall for a term expiring July 9, 2031.
    Appointment
  20. 15. Traffic and Parking Commission Appointment of Tom Sturdivant for a term expiring April 3, 2031.
    Appointment
  21. 16. Transportation Licensing Commission Consideration of nominees to fill two vacancies on the Commission with terms expiring on April 30, 2028, with an election to be conducted at the June 2, 2026 Council meeting. · Erica Penley nominated by CM Spain/CM Preptit · Jalilah Haqq nominated by CM Toombs · Annie Klaver nominated by CM Kupin
    Appointment
  22. Board and Commission Confirmations
  23. 17. Airport Authority Appointment of Marcus Shute, Jr. for a term expiring April 5, 2032.
    Appointment
  24. 18. Airport Authority Appointment of Steve Swartz for a term expiring April 5, 2032.
    Appointment
  25. 19. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission Appointment of Winston Wright for a term expiring April 16, 2030.
    Appointment
  26. 20. Farmers Market Board Appointment of Sylvia Marcela Gomez for a term expiring May 5, 2031.
    Appointment
  27. 21. Historic Zoning Commission Reappointment of Elizabeth Mayhall for a term expiring June 1, 2031.
    Appointment
  28. 22. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Andrew Cook, Large Commercial Property Owner for a 1-year term.
    Appointment
  29. 23. Tourism and Convention Commission Reappointment of Dr. Sybril Brown for a term expiring June 30, 2029.
    Appointment
  30. 24. Tourism and Convention Commission Reappointment of Mark Hayes for a term expiring June 30, 2029.
    Appointment
  31. 2023-2027 Metropolitan Council Rules of Procedure
  32. 25. Amendment to Rules of Procedure, Rule 46 - Council meetings; scheduling
    Rule Amendment
  33. Chair Report / Updates