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Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 · 5:15 PM AM · Committee Room 2

TL;DR

This committee meeting focused primarily on board and commission appointments and reappointments across various city boards and authorities. The committee considered nominations for the Health and Educational Facilities Board and Human Relations Commission, and processed multiple appointments to boards including the Community Corrections Advisory Board, Convention Center Authority, and Short Term Rental Appeals Board. A resolution celebrating the W.O. Smith Music School's 42nd anniversary and an amendment to Council Rules of Procedure were also on the agenda.

Key Decisions

  • Health and Educational Facilities Board vacancy Two nominees considered for election at full Council meeting
  • Community Corrections Advisory Board appointments and reappointments Multiple board members appointed and reappointed
  • Convention Center Authority appointments Five appointments and reappointments processed
  • Short Term Rental Appeals Board appointments Two new members appointed through September 2030
  • W.O. Smith Music School 42nd anniversary Resolution celebrating the school 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 de accesibilidad deben dirigirse a la Oficina del Consejo al 615 862 6780.
  3. Resolutions
  4. 1. A resolution celebrating the 42nd anniversary of the W.O. Smith Music School.
    Resolution
  5. Board and Commission Election
  6. 2. Health and Educational Facilities Board Consideration of nominees to fill one vacancy on the Board with terms expiring September 30, 2032, with an election to be conducted at the September 15, 2026 Council meeting. · Will Rosenthal nominated by CM Allen · Chase Markham nominated by CM Parker
    Appointment
  7. Board and Commission Appointees and Nominees
  8. 3. Board of Licensing for Adult Entertainment and Safety Appointment of F. Cory Mason for a term expiring October 10, 2027.
    Appointment
  9. 4. Community Corrections Advisory Board Appointment of Jamaal Boykin for a term expiring October 22, 2028.
    Appointment
  10. 5. Community Corrections Advisory Board Reappointment of Donna Grayer for a term expiring October 22, 2028.
    Appointment
  11. 6. Community Corrections Advisory Board Reappointment of Joseph L. Umberger for a term expiring October 22, 2028.
    Appointment
  12. 7. 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
  13. 8. Short Term Rental Appeals Board Appointment of Jackson Ferrell for a term expiring August 10, 2030.
    Appointment
  14. 9. Short Term Rental Appeals Board Appointment of Ben Vaught for a term expiring August 10, 2030.
    Appointment
  15. 10. Tourism and Convention Commission Appointment of Tod Roadarmel for a term expiring June 30, 2028.
    Appointment
  16. Board and Commission Confirmations
  17. 11. Community Corrections Advisory Board Reappointment of Joshua L. Brand for a term expiring October 22, 2028.
    Appointment
  18. 12. Community Corrections Advisory Board Reappointment of Jarrell Summers for a term expiring October 22, 2028.
    Appointment
  19. 13. Convention Center Authority Appointment of Jim Cooper for a term expiring February 7, 2030.
    Appointment
  20. 14. Convention Center Authority Reappointment of Alfred Degrafinreid for a term expiring February 7, 2030.
    Appointment
  21. 15. Convention Center Authority Reappointment of Tracy Hardin for a term expiring January 6, 2030.
    Appointment
  22. 16. Convention Center Authority Appointment of Ethan Link for a term expiring September 30, 2027.
    Appointment
  23. 17. Convention Center Authority Appointment of Silvia San Martin for a term expiring January 6, 2030.
    Appointment
  24. 18. Nashville Entertainment Commission Reappointment of Dave Pomeroy for a term expiring June 20, 2030.
    Appointment
  25. 2023-2027 Metropolitan Council Rules of Procedure
  26. 19. Amendment to Rules of Procedure, Rule 21 - Legislation concerning appropriation of funds
    Rule Amendment
  27. Chair Report / Updates