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Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 · 5:15 PM AM · Committee Room 2

TL;DR

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee held a meeting primarily focused on approving board and commission appointments and considering resolutions. The committee reviewed appointments to various boards including the Contract and Compliance Board, Human Relations Commission, and several other municipal boards, along with four resolutions honoring individuals and recognizing cultural observances.

Key Decisions

  • Resolution requesting FAA collaboration on Nashville International Airport air traffic pattern changes Considered
  • Multiple board and commission appointments and reappointments (8 items total) Considered for election/confirmation
  • Resolutions honoring Jason Gooch and Jerry Vandiver, and recognizing Filipino American History Month Considered
  • Amendment to Metropolitan Council Rules of Procedure, Rule 21 (appropriation of funds) 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 requesting the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority to collaborate with the Federal Aviation Administration in consideration of residents affected by changes to air traffic patterns at Nashville International Airport.
    Resolution
  5. 2. A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Jason Gooch, a longtime employee of the Metropolitan Department of Parks and Recreation.
    Resolution
  6. 3. A resolution recognizing Jerry Vandiver for his service to wildlife conservation and his contributions to the Nashville community.
    Resolution
  7. 4. A resolution recognizing October 2026 as Filipino American History Month in Nashville and Davidson County.
    Resolution
  8. Board and Commission Elections
  9. 5. 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
  10. 6. 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
  11. Board and Commission Appointees and Nominees
  12. 7. Community Review Board Reappointment of Judge (Ret.) Joe B. Brown for a term expiring October 31, 2029.
    Appointment
  13. 8. Employee Benefit Board Appointment of Randy Howell for a term expiring June 30, 2027.
    Appointment
  14. 9. Sustainability Advisory Committee Appointment of Catherine Price for a term expiring April 15, 2028.
    Appointment
  15. 10. Transportation Licensing Commission Reappointment of Freddie L. Carr for a term expiring November 5, 2028.
    Appointment
  16. Board and Commission Confirmations
  17. 11. Board of Licensing for Adult Entertainment and Safety Appointment of F. Cory Mason for a term expiring October 10, 2027.
    Appointment
  18. 12. Community Corrections Advisory Board Reappointment of Joseph L. Umberger for a term expiring October 22, 2028.
    Appointment
  19. 13. Short Term Rental Appeals Board Appointment of Jackson Ferrell for a term expiring August 10, 2030.
    Appointment
  20. 14. Short Term Rental Appeals Board Appointment of Ben Vaught for a term expiring August 10, 2030.
    Appointment
  21. 15. Tourism and Convention Commission Appointment of Tod Roadarmel for a term expiring June 30, 2028.
    Appointment
  22. 2023-2027 Metropolitan Council Rules of Procedure
  23. 16. Amendment to Rules of Procedure, Rule 21 - Legislation concerning appropriation of funds
    Rule Amendment
  24. Chair Report / Updates