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Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 5:15 PM AM · Committee Room 2

TL;DR

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee held a meeting to consider various resolutions honoring local figures and institutions, and to confirm appointments to several city boards and commissions. The committee considered nominees for Davidson County Sheriff, the Contract and Compliance Board, and other boards including the Arts Commission, Medical Examiner's office, and Wastewater Hearing Authority.

Key Decisions

  • Davidson County Sheriff vacancy Nominees considered
  • Contract and Compliance Board - two vacancies Nominees considered
  • Arts Commission reappointments Three reappointments considered (Camille Greer, Jilah Kalil, Shawn M. Knight)
  • Davidson County Medical Examiner Dr. Erin M. Carney appointment considered
  • Six resolutions honoring local citizens and organizations Considered for approval
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 honoring the life and legacy of Lorenzo Washington, founder and curator of the Jefferson Street Sound Museum.
    Resolution
  5. 2. A resolution recognizing Danielle Parton, who has recently been appointed as Brand Ambassador for the estate of the late Dolly Parton.
    Resolution
  6. 3. A resolution recognizing the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Nashville Women’s Breakfast Club.
    Resolution
  7. 4. A resolution recognizing Levy’s Clothier 171 years of service to Nashville and Davidson County.
    Resolution
  8. 5. A resolution recognizing Nashville Soccer Club for winning the 2026 MLS Supporters’ Shield, signifying the team’s top record in the 2026 regular season of Major League Soccer.
    Resolution
  9. 6. A resolution recognizing November 20, 2026, as Transgender Day of Remembrance and affirming the dignity, safety, and belonging of transgender people in Nashville and Davidson County.
    Resolution
  10. Board and Commission Elections
  11. 7. Davidson County Sheriff Consideration of nominees to fill the vacancy for the office of Davidson County Sheriff. · Jared W. Irvine · Ruby J. Joyner
    Appointment
  12. 8. Contract and Compliance Board Consideration of nominees to fill two vacancies on the Board with terms expiring October 15, 2028, with an election to be held at the November 17, 2026 Council meeting. · Anne Barnett nominated by CM Huffman · Charley Rodriguez nominated by CM Porterfield
    Appointment
  13. Board and Commission Appointees and Nominees
  14. 9. Arts Commission Reappointment of Camille Greer for a term expiring January 1, 2031.
    Appointment
  15. 10. Arts Commission Reappointment of Jilah Kalil for a term expiring January 1, 2031.
    Appointment
  16. 11. Arts Commission Reappointment of Shawn M. Knight for a term expiring January 1, 2031.
    Appointment
  17. 12. East Bank Design Review Committee Consideration of nominees to fill one vacancy on the Committee for a four-year term, with an election to be conducted at the December 1, 2026 Council meeting. · Hunter Gee nominated by CM Capp
    Appointment
  18. 13. Farmers Market Board Reappointment of Angela Crane-Jones for a term expiring January 5, 2032.
    Appointment
  19. Board and Commission Confirmations
  20. 14. Davidson County Medical Examiner Appointment of Dr. Erin M. Carney for a term expiring November 16, 2031.
    Appointment
  21. 15. Wastewater Hearing Authority Reappointment of Katy Duryea for a term expiring December 3, 2030.
    Appointment
  22. Chair Report / Updates