Nashville public meetings in 2025

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will vote to fill vacancies on several commissions and boards, including the Human Relations Commission and the Hospital Authority. The body will also consider authorizing up to $531.9 million in general obligation bonds and a resolution calling for reforms at the Department of Emergency Communications.

• Election of nominees to the Contract and Compliance Board
• Election of nominees to the Human Relations Commission
• Appointment of Dr. Courtney Pitts to the Hospital Authority
• Authorization to issue up to $531,925,000 in general obligation bonds
• Resolution calling for reforms at the Department of Emergency Communications

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider resolutions to approve grant applications for emergency management, police investigations, and homeless services. The agenda includes funding for homeland security, internet crime investigations, and critical time intervention services.

• Resolution to approve $355,000 for homeless services to The Contributor Inc.
• Resolution to approve $123,424 for recovery beds to Welcome Home Ministries
• Resolution to approve grant for recording equipment at Davidson County Sheriff's Office
• Resolution to approve intergovernmental agreements for internet crime investigations
• Resolution urging the Office of Homeless Services to prevent housing loss

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The committee will consider three resolutions accepting grants for library services, restroom improvements at Shelby Park's Quonset Hut, and improvements at Beaman Park. Also on second reading are a license/lease agreement with Powers Management at 222 25th Avenue North and greenway conservation easements at 4400 and 4500 Harding Pike.

• RS2025-1690: Accept grant from TN State Library and Archives for library services and materials for underserved
• RS2025-1696: Accept in-kind grant from Cumberland River Compact for restroom improvements in Quonset Hut at Shelby Park
• RS2025-1697: Accept in-kind grant from Friends of Beaman Park for park improvements
• BL2025-1118: Approve license and lease agreement with Powers Management for space at 222 25th Avenue North
• BL2025-1157 and BL2025-1158: Approve greenway conservation easements at 4400 Harding Pike (Ingram Industries) and 4500 Harding Pike (BMTN Owner)

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will consider resolutions opposing The Boring Company's proposed tunnels and honoring local institutions and figures. The body will also interview and confirm nominees for various city boards and commissions.

• RS2025-1712: Resolution opposing The Boring Company's proposed tunnels
• RS2025-1713: Resolution memorializing MPD Commander Scott Byrd
• RS2025-1714: Resolution honoring First Baptist Church's 160th anniversary
• RS2025-1715: Resolution recognizing January 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month
• RS2025-1716: Resolution recognizing Adventure Science Center's 80 years

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will hear public comment and consider three items: a resolution to exempt Lost and Found at 3104 Gallatin Pike from minimum distance requirements for a beer permit, a resolution approving a lease amendment for office space at 222 Second Avenue North, and an ordinance approving a license and lease agreement for space at 222 25th Avenue North.

• RS2025-1686: Exempt Lost and Found (3104 Gallatin Pike) from beer permit distance requirements
• RS2025-1689: Approve Twelfth Amendment to lease with Square Investment Holdings for Washington Square Building (222 Second Avenue North)
• BL2025-1118: Approve License and Lease Agreement with Powers Management, LLC for space at 222 25th Avenue North

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will consider a resolution appropriating $8 million for the Metropolitan Transit Authority. The agenda also includes resolutions to approve water and sewer agreements, amend ordinances for property abandonment, and authorize greenway conservation easements.

• Resolution appropriating $8,000,000 for Metropolitan Transit Authority
• Resolution approving Amendment 2 to Location Agreement with T-Mobile
• Resolution amending Ordinance BL2025-912 for 460 James Robertson Parkway
• Ordinance authorizing development agreement with Tennessee Performing Arts Center
• Ordinance approving greenway conservation easement at 4400 Harding Pike

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider a development agreement and ground lease for a new performing arts facility on the east bank stadium campus (BL2025-1150). Also up for discussion are a citywide zoning code amendment affecting height and two-family dwellings (BL2025-1006) and a mixed-use development with building material restrictions at 3839 Murfreesboro Pike (BL2025-1089/1090). Several resolutions and bills involve utility easements, greenway conservation easements, and lease amendments for various properties.

• BL2025-1150: Development agreement and ground lease with Tennessee Performing Arts Center Management Corp. for a performing arts facility on the east bank stadium campus
• BL2025-1006: Zoning code amendment to change height regulations in residential districts and simplify two-family dwelling allowances
• BL2025-1089/1090: Specific plan amendment and building material restrictions for a 65.32-acre mixed-use development at 3839 Murfreesboro Pike
• BL2025-1157/1158: Greenway conservation easement agreements at 4400 and 4500 Harding Pike with Ingram Industries and BMTN OWNER LLC
• RS2025-1689: Twelfth amendment to lease agreement with Square Investment Holdings for office space at 222 Second Avenue North

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will vote on a resolution to issue general obligation bonds not to exceed $531,925,000. It will also consider a resolution reducing bond‑issuing authority, a settlement of a $767,500 claim, and several grant and intergovernmental agreements related to public safety and homelessness. Additional items include lease amendments and grant acceptances for library, park, and police initiatives.

• RS2025-1660 – authorize general obligation bonds up to $531,925,000
• RS2025-1661 – reduce authority to issue general obligation bonds
• RS2025-1688 – settle Lonesome Ten Miles, LLC claim for $767,500
• RS2025-1689 – amend lease for office space at 222 Second Avenue North (Washington Square Building)
• RS2025-1698 – intergovernmental agreement with Dickson County for internet crimes grant

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The joint Planning & Zoning and Budget & Finance committees will receive an update from the Transportation Improvement Program Implementation Team, as required by Resolution RS2024-880. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of an informational briefing and Q&A.

• Update on Transportation Improvement Program Implementation Team per Resolution RS2024-880

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will vote on confirming appointments and consider ordinances for a Historic Landmark Overlay District at 4301 Harding Pike, changes to residential height limits, and zoning changes for Murfreesboro Pike and Arthur Avenue.

• Confirm appointments for Transportation Licensing, Contract and Compliance, Human Relations, Community Review, Equalization, Hospital, and Zoning Appeals Boards
• Public hearing for Historic Landmark Overlay District at 4301 Harding Pike (3.99 acres)
• Public hearing for zoning change from RS5 to R6-A at 1435 Meridian Street
• Public hearing for zoning change from RS5 to R6-A at 1704 Arthur Avenue
• Public hearing for ordinance adding Electric Vehicle Charging Station use to Zoning Code

The Metropolitan Council approved the election of Carey Rogers to fill a vacancy on the Transportation Licensing Commission by unanimous vote. Council Member Cash confirmed appointments of Chris Weinman to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission and Katie Feldhaus Jackson to the Human Relations Commission, also unanimously. A proposed amendment to Rule 29 was rejected by a roll‑call vote of 23‑13‑1. Several zoning‑related bills were either deferred or passed on second reading and sent to the Planning and Zoning Committee.

• Elected Carey Rogers to Transportation Licensing Commission (unanimous)
• Confirmed Chris Weinman to Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (unanimous)
• Confirmed Katie Feldhaus Jackson to Human Relations Commission (unanimous)
• Rejected Rule 29 amendment (23‑13‑1)
• Deferred Historic Landmark Overlay District bill for 4301 Harding Pike (voice vote)
• Passed zoning height amendment (BL2025‑1006) on second reading (29‑7‑1) and referred to Planning and Zoning Committee
• Passed Specific Plan for 3839 Murfreesboro Pike (BL2025‑1089) on second reading (voice vote) and referred to Planning and Zoning Committee
• Deferred electric vehicle charging station zoning amendment (voice vote)

• Historic Landmark Overlay District for property located at 4301 Harding Pike
  4301 Harding Pike

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to accept a $117,869 grant for the Senior Tech Academy at the Nashville Public Library. The agenda also includes an update on the Centennial Sportsplex and Nashville Predators agreement. Public comment is allowed on legislative items.

• Resolution RS2025-1669: $117,869 grant from The Enterprise Center for Senior Tech Academy focusing on digital literacy
• Update on Centennial Sportsplex and Nashville Predators agreement

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The committee is reviewing several board and commission nominees for election or appointment. It is also considering multiple resolutions regarding criminal penalties, local anniversaries, and international solidarity.

• Resolution urging support for House Bill 1444 to increase animal cruelty penalties
• Transportation Licensing Commission nominee Carey Rogers
• Contract and Compliance Board nominees Emma Boyd Elliott and Stuart Huffman
• Human Relations Commission nominees Keri Adams and Katie Feldhaus Jackson
• Amendments to the Metropolitan Council Rules of Procedure (Rule 29 and Rule 9.3)

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The committee is deciding on a resolution urging reforms in departmental leadership and workplace culture at the Mayor's Office and Department of Emergency Communications. It will also consider a grant application for restoring historic bronze doors at the Davidson County Courthouse, and two ordinances requiring annual employee surveys for metro departments and a fence permit for permanent fences.

• RS2025-1665: Historic Development Grant application to restore original Art Deco bronze doors at Davidson County Historic Courthouse
• BL2025-1114: Ordinance requiring annual employee surveys for all metro departments, boards, and commissions
• BL2025-1115: Ordinance requiring a fence permit for permanent fences in Nashville and Davidson County
• RS2025-1655: Resolution calling for reforms relative to departmental leadership and workplace culture at Mayor's Office and Emergency Communications

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will consider an $8 million appropriation to the Metropolitan Transit Authority, several grants for waterway trash removal, and a street renaming. Also on the agenda are property easement abandonments and a flood-prone property purchase. The committee will also receive a presentation on NDOT's winter weather plan.

• $8,000,000 appropriation for Metropolitan Transit Authority (RS2025-1663)
• $59,994 grant to Cumberland River Compact for trash/debris removal in waterways (RS2025-1676)
• $50,000 grant to Tennessee Environmental Council for trash/debris removal (RS2025-1677)
• Purchase of flood-prone property at 3909 Tucker Road for Metro Water Services (RS2025-1678)
• Renaming of South Street to 'King Hollands Avenue' (BL2025-1108)

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will review resolutions authorizing up to $531,925,000 in general obligation bonds and various appropriations for departments, grants, and settlements. All items are filed.

• Authorization to issue up to $531,925,000 in general obligation bonds
• Appropriation of $14,971,000 for equipment and building repairs
• Appropriation of $8,000,000 for the Metropolitan Transit Authority
• Settlement of personal injury claims for $40,000 and $35,000
• Approval of a PILOT Agreement for Trinity Lane Apartments

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will discuss and vote on several items, including final readings of two major zoning ordinances: one creating new Residential Neighborhood (RN) and Residential Limited (RL) zoning districts, and another amending regulations for accessory buildings and detached accessory dwelling units. The committee will also consider a resolution authorizing a PILOT (payments in lieu of taxes) agreement for the Trinity Lane Apartments affordable housing project at 865 W Trinity Lane, and several other resolutions and ordinances related to property acquisitions, easements, and a street renaming.

• BL2025-1005: Final reading to create two new residential zoning districts (RN and RL) county-wide.
• BL2025-1007: Final reading to amend regulations for accessory buildings and detached accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
• RS2025-1664: PILOT agreement for Trinity Lane Apartments (865 W Trinity Lane), an affordable multi-family housing project.
• RS2025-1678: Option agreement to purchase a flood-prone property at 3909 Tucker Road for Metro Water Services.
• BL2025-1108: Ordinance to rename South Street to 'King Hollands Avenue'.

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will review several resolutions, including a $1,621,095 appropriation to Nashville Cares for Ryan White Part A services. It will also consider appropriations of $765,882 to Vanderbilt University Medical Center and $48,000 to Pass the Beauty for community safety programs. Additional items include a downtown public‑safety grant letter, a DNA backlog reduction grant, a statewide school resource officer grant, cooperative purchasing agreements, and two ordinances related to clothing donations and body‑camera equipment. Public comment time is also scheduled.

• RS2025-1667 – $1,621,095 grant to Nashville Cares for Ryan White Part A services
• RS2025-1666 – $765,882 grant to Vanderbilt University Medical Center for Ryan White Part A services
• RS2025-1668 – $48,000 grant to Pass the Beauty for a community safety program
• BL2025-1138 – Ordinance amending Contract #455783 for Motorola body‑camera equipment
• RS2025-1674 – DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction grant from U.S. Department of Justice

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will elect a judge to fill a vacancy in General Sessions Court from five nominees. The agenda also includes appointments to boards and commissions, confirmations of mayor-appointed officials, and proposed amendments to Council rules. Several resolutions are up for vote, including a $300M water/sewer commercial paper program increase and a $221,000 community safety fund appropriation.

• Election to fill General Sessions judge vacancy; nominees include C. Michael Robinson, Mark Andrew Cole Sr., Jodie Bell, Leroy J. Ellis, David Jones
• Amendment to Rule 12 and Rule 29 of Council procedures
• Resolution RS2025-1627 to increase water/sewer commercial paper from $200M to $300M
• Resolution RS2025-1631 appropriating $221,000 from Community Safety Fund for nonprofit grants
• Appointments to Transportation Licensing Commission, Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission, and Human Relations Commission

The council elected Jodie Bell to fill a General Sessions Court vacancy with 20 votes. It confirmed appointments for Jeffrey Stovall, David Lawrence, Aria Dang, Janey Camp and Jay Fulmer by unanimous vote. A proposed amendment to Rule 12 was rejected by a 12‑14‑1 vote. The council also approved a resolution increasing the water and sewer revenue extendable commercial paper program limit to $300 million.

• Jodie Bell elected to General Sessions Court (20 votes)
• Confirmed Jeffrey Stovall appointment to Metro Board of Health (unanimous)
• Confirmed David Lawrence appointment to Metro Development and Housing Agency (unanimous)
• Confirmed Aria Dang appointment to Metro Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Janey Camp to Stormwater Management Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jay Fulmer to Stormwater Management Commission (unanimous)
• Rule 12 amendment failed (Yes 12, No 14, Abstain 1)
• Resolution RS2025-1627 increased water/sewer CP program limit to $300 million

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider a resolution calling for reforms in the Department of Emergency Communications' leadership and workplace culture. It will also vote on grant applications for terrorism prevention, violent crime intervention, school resource officers, and air quality monitoring. Additionally, the committee will review grant contracts for the Ryan White Part A program totaling over $859,000. A temporary special event zone for New Year's Eve 2025 is also on the agenda.

• Resolution calling for reforms in the Department of Emergency Communications (RS2025-1655)
• $563,908 grant to Meharry Medical College for Ryan White Part A program (RS2025-1632)
• Violent Crime Intervention Fund grant application for the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (RS2025-1642)
• Statewide School Resource Officer program grant application (RS2025-1644)
• Temporary special event zone for New Year's Eve 2025 downtown Nashville (BL2025-1117)

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will discuss resolutions for the Nashville Office of Entertainment and grants for local parks, as well as ordinances designating a temporary special event zone for New Year's Eve.

• Ordinance to designate a temporary 'Special Event Zone' downtown for New Year's Eve
• Ordinance approving greenway conservation easement at 700 B Mill Creek Meadow Drive
• Ordinance approving greenway conservation easement at 4399 Maxwell Road
• Resolution accepting an in-kind grant for a new batting cage at McCabe Park
• Resolution accepting a grant from Centennial Park Conservancy for Parthenon expenses

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will interview candidates for a General Sessions Judge vacancy and confirm appointments to the Transportation Licensing, Bicycle and Pedestrian, and Human Relations Commissions. The committee will also discuss resolutions to name a bridge and honor a community figure.

• Interviews for General Sessions Judge Division VI vacancy
• Confirmation of Jeffrey Stovall to Metropolitan Board of Health
• Confirmation of David Lawrence to Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency
• Confirmation of Aria Dang to Metropolitan Planning Commission
• Resolution to name Gallatin Pike bridge as 'Representative Carson W. 'Bill' Beck Memorial Bridge'

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will consider an ordinance requiring annual employee surveys and another ordinance requiring fence permits for permanent fences. The committee will also hear a resolution calling for reforms in the Department of Emergency Communications.

• Ordinance requiring annual employee surveys for Metro departments
• Ordinance requiring fence permits for permanent fences
• Resolution calling for reforms in the Department of Emergency Communications
• Resolution accepting a cooperative purchasing agreement with Cambridge Systematics, Inc.
• Public comment period available for residents

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will discuss and vote on resolutions and bills on second reading. Key items include an ordinance amending street and alley parking restrictions, multiple federal grant applications for SMART transportation, curbside compost collection, and a solar project at Shelby Park, as well as contracts and easements for water and sewer infrastructure.

• Ordinance BL2025-956 to amend parking restrictions on streets and alleys (Traffic and Parking Commission disapproved)
• Resolution RS2025-1645: Amendment 2 to SMART grant agreement with Vanderbilt University (federal USDOT grant)
• Resolution RS2025-1646: Application for Healthy and Sustainable Communities grant to provide free curbside compost collection to 750 households
• Resolution RS2025-1650: Application for grant to complete solar project at Shelby Park Pump Station
• Resolution RS2025-1651: Authorization to abandon and accept fire hydrant assembly at 888 B West Trinity Lane (Northview Senior Living)

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will review resolutions for utility projects and easements, as well as ordinances for greenway easements and zoning changes. The committee is also scheduled to hear public comment.

• RS2025-1629: Seventh Amendment to affordable housing grant contract
• RS2025-1651: Fire hydrant assembly at 888 B West Trinity Lane
• RS2025-1652: Sanitary sewer force main at 4056, 4062 and 4080 Brick Church Pike
• RS2025-1653: Water main and sewer at 403 Ewing Drive
• BL2025-1022: Zoning change at 3325 McGavock Pike for 71 multi-family units

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will review resolutions to authorize a $300 million increase in the water and sewer revenue extendable commercial paper program and approve various public safety and health grants. The agenda includes items for homeland security, police vehicle purchases, and HIV/AIDS prevention funding.

• Authorize $300M increase in water and sewer revenue extendable commercial paper program
• Approve $221,000 for Community Safety Fund grants
• Authorize $563,908 for Meharry Medical College Ryan White Part A program
• Accept cooperative purchasing agreement with Cambridge Systematics for consultancy services
• Authorize $100,000 settlement for personal injury claim against Metro Government

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances to create new residential zoning districts and update regulations for building heights and accessory dwelling units. The body will also consider various specific plan amendments and board appointments.

• BL2025-1005: Creation of 'Residential Neighborhood' (RN) and 'Residential Limited' (RL) zoning districts
• BL2025-1006: Height regulation amendments for RS and R zoning districts
• BL2025-1007: Amendments to detached accessory dwelling unit regulations
• BL2025-1022: Specific Plan amendment for 71 multi-family units at 3325 McGavock Pike
• RS2025-1591: Beer permit distance requirement exemption for Gordo’s Taqueria at 515 B Merritt Avenue

The Metropolitan Council adopted a resolution exempting Gordo’s Taqueria at 515 B Merritt Avenue from the minimum distance requirements for a beer permit, with a 30‑0 vote. The council also voted to table the zoning bill creating new Residential Neighborhood and Residential Limited districts until the December 16, 2025 meeting (22‑15). Several appointments and reappointments were confirmed unanimously, and a nomination was made for the Transportation Licensing Commission vacancy.

• Approved exemption for Gordo’s Taqueria beer permit (30-0)
• Tabled zoning bill for RN and RL districts to Dec 16, 2025 (22-15)
• Confirmed Charter Revision Commission appointments (unanimous)
• Nominated Carey Rogers for Transportation Licensing Commission vacancy
• Deferred Rule 12 amendment (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from Oct 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Scheduled General Sessions Judge election for Nov 18, 2025

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will discuss and vote on several resolutions appropriating funds for health services, including two Ryan White Part A program grants totaling $664,310, and a resolution supporting local food banks in anticipation of SNAP disruptions. Also on the agenda is a bill to permit a community garden at the Woodbine Clinic, and a presentation from the Public Safety Alliance. Committee reports and updates will follow.

• RS2025-1600: $452,444 grant to Street Works for Ryan White Part A emergency assistance and medical case management
• RS2025-1601: $211,866 grant to Neighborhood Health for Ryan White Part A outreach services
• RS2025-1602: Accepting a grant from Friends of Metro Animal Care & Control for shelter animal programs
• RS2025-1617: Resolution supporting local food banks for potential SNAP disruptions
• BL2025-1106: Ordinance to allow Cosecha Community Development to operate a community garden on Woodbine Clinic property

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will discuss and vote on seven grant resolutions and one ordinance. Key items include funding for youth services, ESL classes, a changing table at Green Hills Library, and a nutrition program at parks community centers. A resolution calls for resuming the hiring process for the Nashville Office of Entertainment and Metro Arts executive directors.

• RS2025-1618: Resolution to resume hiring for executive directors of Nashville Office of Entertainment and Metro Arts.
• RS2025-1604: $250,000 grant to Oasis Center for college access services for Power Youth Program.
• RS2025-1606: $240,011.04 grant to Nashville International Center for Empowerment for ESL classes.
• RS2025-1607: Grant application for adult-sized changing table at Green Hills Branch Library.
• RS2025-1608: CACFP grant for nutritious meals at 17 after-school program community centers.

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will discuss several resolutions, including two urging state action on sustainable development and affordable housing. They will also consider nominees for a General Sessions Judge vacancy, multiple board appointments, and an amendment to Rule 12 of the Council rules. Public comment is limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Resolution RS2025-1616 urges the state to allow county impact fees and dedicate transfer tax revenue to affordable housing and senior home repair.
• Resolution RS2025-1615 urges the Tennessee General Assembly to support the Tennessee Waste to Jobs Act for sustainable economic development.
• Consideration of five nominees to fill a General Sessions Judge vacancy (Division VI): C. Michael Robinson, Mark Andrew Cole Sr., Jodie Bell, Leroy J. Ellis, David Jones.
• Appointments and reappointments to the Metropolitan Board of Health, MDHA, Planning Commission, and Stormwater Management Commission.
• Amendment to Rule 12 of the Metropolitan Council Rules of Procedure, sponsored by multiple council members.

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution exempting Gordo's Taqueria from minimum distance requirements for a beer permit. They will also consider three cooperative purchasing agreements with Miovision, Uber, and Stringfellow for software, transportation, and waste equipment. Two ordinances on second reading involve changing contractor permit fees and approving an amendment to the Cigna health insurance contract. Public comment is taken on legislative items.

• Resolution RS2025-1591: exempt Gordo's Taqueria at 515 B Merritt Avenue from beer permit distance requirements
• Resolution RS2025-1597: cooperative purchasing agreement with Miovision Technologies for public safety software
• Resolution RS2025-1598: cooperative purchasing agreement with Uber for on-demand transportation and meals
• Resolution RS2025-1599: cooperative purchasing agreement with Stringfellow for bulk solid waste and recycling equipment
• Ordinance BL2025-1105: approve Amendment 2 to contract with Cigna Health and Life Insurance for self-insured medical plan

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will discuss and potentially recommend action on several resolutions and bills. Key items include a federal Safe Streets for All grant for Nolensville Pike safety improvements, a contract for pedestrian safety lidar systems, an ordinance modifying NDOT fees, and infrastructure projects for water, sewer, and streets.

• RS2025-1610: Accept Safe Streets for All grant to address safety issues along Nolensville Pike
• RS2025-1609: Contract with CDK Enterprises for Ouster Lidar system to enhance pedestrian safety
• BL2025-1063: Ordinance to modify fees charged by Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure (NDOT)
• RS2025-1592: Grant subaward agreement with Johns Hopkins University for Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities project
• BL2025-1108: Ordinance to rename South Street to King Hollands Avenue

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider a resolution authorizing up to $10.8 million from the Barnes Fund for Affordable Housing for constructing and rehabilitating affordable housing. It will also discuss amendments to the Cayce Place and East Bank redevelopment plans and a new voluntary attainable housing incentive program, along with several utility infrastructure projects and a street renaming.

• RS2025-1596: $10,800,000 Barnes Fund grant for affordable housing
• BL2025-1008: Establishing a Voluntary Attainable Housing Incentive Program
• BL2025-1103: Amendment to Cayce Place Redevelopment Plan
• BL2025-1104: Amendment to East Bank Redevelopment Plan
• BL2025-1108: Renaming South Street to “King Hollands Avenue”

Budget and Finance Committee

This committee is deciding on several resolutions including approval of redevelopment plans for Cayce Place and East Bank, a $10.8 million grant from the Barnes Fund for affordable housing, numerous other grants for health, library, and public safety programs, and the creation of a Midtown Central Business Improvement District.

• Amendments to Cayce Place and Jefferson Street redevelopment plans (BL2025-1103)
• Amendment to East Bank redevelopment plan (BL2025-1104)
• Up to $10.8 million from Barnes Fund for affordable housing construction and rehabilitation (RS2025-1596)
• Creation of a Midtown Central Business Improvement District (RS2025-1594)
• $452,444 grant to Street Works for Ryan White Part A program (RS2025-1600)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Planning & Zoning and Budget & Finance committees. The session consists of an update on 'Choose How You Move' provided by Chief Program Officer Sabrina Sussman followed by a Q&A.

• Update on 'Choose How You Move' by Chief Program Officer Sabrina Sussman

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will consider several ordinances, including a second amendment to the agreement with Plaza 2750, LLC for acquiring land for a new public library in Donelson. It will also review an amendment to Chapter 7.08 creating a curbside/delivery permit and an ordinance authorizing easements for the Granny Wright Lane stormwater improvement project. Additional agenda items cover confirmations of appointees, a public comment period, and Spanish interpretation services at the public hearing.

• TEST 20-010 – ordinance approving a second amendment to the agreement with Plaza 2750, LLC for acquiring property for a new public library in Donelson.
• TEST 20-008 – ordinance amending Chapter 7.08 of the Metropolitan Code to create a new curbside/delivery permit (BL2020-455).
• TEST 20-005 – ordinance authorizing permanent and temporary easements for the Granny Wright Lane Stormwater Improvement Project at 2335 and 2337 Granny Wright Lane.
• Confirmations of appointees and nominees after review by the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee.
• Public comment period with Spanish interpretation services available at the public hearing.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will consider several grant resolutions, including a $9,598,000 Barnes Fund award for affordable and workforce housing, a $474,000 grant to United Way for financial‑counseling services, and security‑grant applications from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency. It will also address a lease for property at 730 President Ronald Reagan Way and 63 Hermitage Avenue and an intergovernmental agreement with TDOT for license‑use facilities on state highways. In addition, the Council will hold interviews for reappointments to the Charter Revision Commission and the Procurement Standards Board.

• Reappointment of Hal Hardin to the Charter Revision Commission (term expires Sept 4 2029)
• Resolution RS2025-1564 authorizing up to $9,598,000 from the Barnes Fund for affordable‑housing nonprofits
• Resolution RS2025-1558 appropriating $474,000 to United Way of Middle Tennessee for financial‑empowerment programs
• Resolution RS2025-1568 lease of properties at 730 President Ronald Reagan Way and 63 Hermitage Avenue to the East Bank Development Authority
• Resolution RS2025-1567 intergovernmental agreement with TDOT for private‑license use facilities on state right‑of‑way

The Metropolitan Council approved a Barnes Fund grant of up to $9,598,000 for nonprofit affordable‑housing projects. It also approved a Beaman Park protection grant to acquire about 308 acres adjacent to Alvin G. Beaman Park, and several other grant and contract resolutions covering health, safety, and infrastructure. All listed resolutions were adopted without recorded dissent.

• Approved Barnes Fund affordable housing grants up to $9,598,000 (RS2025-1564)
• Approved Beaman Park Protection grant to acquire ~308 acres (RS2025-1556)
• Approved $474,000 United Way of Middle Tennessee grant (RS2025-1558)
• Approved $385,000 grant to Nashville Children’s Alliance (RS2025-1577)
• Approved mental‑health transport grant to Metro Police (RS2025-1578)
• Approved CSX bridge repair and painting contract (RS2025-1579)
• Approved lease of property at 730 President Ronald Reagan Way and 63 Hermitage Avenue (RS2025-1568)
• Approved cooperative purchasing agreement with Ameresco for energy services (RS2025-1569)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee is discussing an ordinance to create a Metropolitan Animal Care and Control Commission, and reviewing several resolutions approving grants and contract amendments. Items include funding for terrorism preparedness, a DUI court, LIHEAP services, HIV prevention, WIC, EMS data software, ARPA funds for child safety, and police mental health transport. All items are under consideration; no final decisions are made at the committee level.

• BL2025-1061: Ordinance to establish a Metropolitan Animal Care and Control Commission
• RS2025-1577: $385,000 in ARPA funds to Nashville Children's Alliance for family safety
• RS2025-1570: HIV surveillance and prevention grant from Tennessee Department of Health
• RS2025-1576: Contract amendment with ImageTrend for EMS and fire data collection software
• RS2025-1533/1534: Homeland Security and Urban Area Security Initiative grants for terrorism preparedness

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will consider six resolutions and two ordinances. Items include a grant to purchase land adjoining Alvin G. Beaman Park, a health grant to double SNAP dollars at the Nashville Farmers’ Market, amendments to existing grant contracts, and changes to the management of the West Riverfront Amphitheater and Greenway Commission representation.

• RS2025-1556 – approve a Beaman Park Protection grant to acquire ~308 acres adjoining Alvin G. Beaman Park
• RS2025-1561 – accept a Project Diabetes grant to double SNAP dollars spent at the Nashville Farmers’ Market
• RS2025-1572 – amend a grant contract with Why We Can’t Wait, Inc. for free out‑of‑school programs
• BL2025-1050 – ordinance approving an agreement with Nashville Riverfront Amphitheater, LLC for West Riverfront Amphitheater management
• BL2025-1062 – ordinance amending council member representation on the Greenway and Open Space Commission

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will discuss ordinances to create an animal care commission and amend council representation on the Greenway Commission. The body will also interview and confirm appointments to the Charter Revision Commission and the Procurement Standards Board.

• Ordinance to establish the Metropolitan Animal Care and Control Commission
• Ordinance to amend council representation on the Greenway and Open Space Commission
• Interviews for Charter Revision Commission appointments
• Confirmation of Shannone Raybon to the Procurement Standards Board
• Amendment to Rule 12 of the Metropolitan Council Rules of Procedure

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee is considering ordinances regarding permit denials and property standards for holiday decorations. The body is also reviewing agreements for energy consulting and license plate facility maintenance.

• RS2025-1567: Agreement with TDOT for private license use facilities on rights-of-way and highways
• RS2025-1569: Master agreement with Ameresco, Inc. for energy consulting and management services
• BL2025-1070: Ordinance clarifying the director of codes administration's power to revoke or deny permits
• BL2025-1071: Ordinance augmenting property standards for holiday lights and decorations
• BL2025-1073: Ordinance repealing annual reporting on paper consumption and postage expense reduction

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will vote on a series of resolutions covering bridge repairs, road resurfacing, utility encroachments, water and sewer improvements, and ordinance changes. Items include a CSX Transportation bridge repair and painting contract, resurfacing projects on SR‑155 and SR‑12, and several agreements for sewer and water infrastructure. The committee will also consider amendments to ordinances affecting parking, fees, and a scrap‑tire collection contract.

• RS2025-1579 – approval of CSX Transportation bridge repairs and painting at Hart Lane, Walton Lane, and Division Street
• RS2025-1580 – approval of resurfacing and safety work on SR‑155 from SR‑6 to near I‑24 and bicycle lane maintenance from I‑65
• RS2025-1582 – three Facility Encroachment Agreements with CSX at 61 Edenwold Road for fiber optics, wirelines, natural gas and water main
• BL2025-1063 – amendment to NDOT fee schedule and related code changes
• BL2025-1075 – amendment to the scrap‑tire collection contract with LTR Intermediate Holdings (Liberty Tire Recycling)

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will review 15 resolutions and 3 bills on second reading. Key items include tax increment financing for the Cayce Place and Jefferson Street redevelopment plans, a $9,598,000.00 Barnes Fund grant for affordable housing, amendments to existing affordable housing grant contracts, and various infrastructure agreements with CSX, TDOT, and Metro Water Services. Several items involve leases, easements, and sewer service improvements.

• RS2025-1564: $9,598,000.00 in Barnes Fund grants for affordable housing construction and rehabilitation
• RS2025-1562/1563: Tax increment financing approvals for Cayce Place and Jefferson Street redevelopment plans
• RS2025-1568: Lease agreement for 730 President Ronald Reagan Way and 63 Hermitage Avenue with East Bank Development Authority
• RS2025-1579: Agreement with CSX for bridge repairs and painting at Hart Lane, Walton Lane, and Division Street
• BL2025-1055: Ordinance authorizing underground encroachment at Korean Veterans Boulevard at 1st Avenue North

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing 22 resolutions, including grant applications, appropriations, and tax increment financing plans. The largest item is a resolution authorizing up to $9,598,000 from the Barnes Fund for Affordable Housing for constructing and rehabilitating affordable or workforce housing. The committee will also consider redevelopment plans for Cayce Place and Jefferson Street, and several other grants and contracts.

• RS2025-1564: Authorizes up to $9,598,000 from Barnes Fund for Affordable Housing for construction and rehabilitation of affordable/workforce housing.
• RS2025-1562: Approves tax increment financing for the Cayce Place Redevelopment Plan.
• RS2025-1563: Approves tax increment financing for the Jefferson Street Redevelopment Plan.
• RS2025-1558: Appropriates $474,000 from General Fund for a grant to United Way of Middle Tennessee for financial counseling for low-income residents.
• RS2025-1568: Approves a lease agreement with East Bank Development Authority for property at 730 President Ronald Reagan Way and 63 Hermitage Avenue.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold public hearings and votes on several zoning ordinances, including creating two new residential districts (RN and RL), a 469-unit mixed-use development at Bellefield and Lawrence Avenues, and a historic landmark overlay at 4301 Harding Pike. Appointments to the Airport Authority and other boards are also scheduled for confirmation.

• BL2025-1005: creating new Residential Neighborhood (RN) and Residential Limited (RL) zoning districts
• BL2025-1020: 469-unit mixed-use development at Bellefield Avenue and 3000 Lawrence Avenue (11.23 acres)
• BL2025-703: Historic Landmark Overlay for property at 4301 Harding Pike (3.99 acres)
• RS2025-1509: beer permit exemption for Maggie's Place at 905 51st Avenue North
• BL2025-909: Commercial Compatibility Overlay district ordinance

The council adopted a resolution (RS2025-1509) exempting Maggie’s Place at 905 51st Avenue North and 5100 Illinois Avenue from the minimum distance requirements for a beer permit, passing 32‑0 after a public hearing. It also approved a similar exemption (RS2025-1510) for 1050 E. Trinity Lane Unit 1 from the short‑term rental distance rule, passing 30‑0. Several zoning bills were deferred, withdrawn, or passed on second reading and sent to the Planning and Zoning Committee.

• Adopted RS2025-1509 exempting Maggie’s Place from beer permit distance rule (32‑0)
• Adopted RS2025-1510 exempting 1050 E. Trinity Lane Unit 1 from short‑term rental distance rule (30‑0)
• Deferred historic landmark overlay district ordinance for 4301 Harding Pike (BL2025-703) to Dec 4 2025 (voice vote)
• Deferred building‑material restrictions ordinance for 4301 Harding Pike (BL2025-704) to Dec 4 2025 (voice vote)
• Withdrew zoning change ordinance for 800 Gwynn Drive (BL2025-727) (motion by Council Member Benedict)
• Adopted Commercial Compatibility Overlay district ordinance (BL2025-909) on second reading, referred to Planning and Zoning Committee (voice vote)
• Adopted Electric Vehicle Charging Facility zoning ordinance (BL2025-958) on second reading, referred to Planning and Zoning Committee (voice vote)
• Deferred Residential Neighborhood and Residential Limited zoning districts ordinance (BL2025-1005) to Nov 4 2025 public hearing (voice vote)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will review resolutions for public safety grants and a proposed ordinance to amend motor vehicle noise regulations. All items are currently filed.

• RS2025-1530: Appropriates $355,200 to Neighborhood Health for downtown homeless services
• RS2025-1536: Approves UASI grant application for urban area security initiatives
• RS2025-1537: Approves application for mental health transport grant via MNPD
• BL2025-1047: Ordinance to amend Section 9.20.020 regarding motor vehicle noise
• MNPD Youth Services Division to present on Child Abuse Awareness

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will consider four items. Two resolutions approve library‑related contracts: one for a cooperative purchasing agreement with Demco, Inc., and another allocating $174,796 to Black Lemonade for after‑school and summer programming. A third resolution accepts an in‑kind grant from the BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation to develop a Miracle League field at Cedar Hill Park. The committee will also vote on an ordinance authorizing an agreement with Nashville Riverfront Amphitheater, LLC for management of the West Riverfront Amphitheater.

• RS2025-1528 – cooperative purchasing master agreement with Demco, Inc. for library furniture, equipment, and supplies
• RS2025-1529 – appropriation of $174,796 from the Nashville Public Library to Black Lemonade for free after‑school and summer programs
• RS2025-1532 – approval of a BlueCross Healthy Places in‑kind grant for a Miracle League field at Cedar Hill Park
• BL2025-1050 – ordinance approving an agreement with Nashville Riverfront Amphitheater, LLC for operation and maintenance of the West Riverfront Amphitheater

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will discuss and potentially vote on 11 resolutions, including one condemning political violence and another denouncing genocide in Palestine. The committee will also interview two board nominees and vote to confirm eight board reappointments and appointments.

• Resolution RS2025-1545 condemning political violence
• Resolution RS2025-1547 denouncing genocide of the Palestinian people
• Resolution RS2025-1546 requesting naming of Woodlawn Avenue bridge as 'Jan Bushing Bridge'
• Appointment of Karina Aguirre to the Airport Authority for a term expiring April 5, 2032
• Reappointment of Michael Cousin to the Action Commission for a term expiring November 15, 2028

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will review cooperative purchasing agreements for city departments and zoning changes for specific properties. The body will also discuss ordinances regarding fence regulations and motor vehicle noise.

• RS2025-1509: Exempts Maggie's Place from beer permit distance requirements
• RS2025-1510: Exempts 1050 E. Trinity Lane from Short Term Rental permit distance requirements
• RS2025-1514: Accepts cooperative purchasing agreement with TK Elevator Corporation
• RS2025-1517: Accepts cooperative purchasing agreement with Clean Harbors for waste disposal
• BL2025-1048: Ordinance amending fence regulations in Title 16 of the Metro Code

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will discuss resolutions to accept water and sewer infrastructure improvements, authorize road abandonments, and amend noise regulations. All items are currently filed and not scheduled for a vote.

• Resolution to accept water service improvements for E3 Construction Services
• Resolution to amend noise ordinance regarding motor vehicle noise
• Ordinance to abandon Union Bridge Road between Pasquo Road and Union Bridge Road
• Ordinance to abandon J J Watson Avenue right-of-way
• Ordinance to authorize encroachments at 110 20th Avenue North

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider seven resolutions authorizing over $21.5 million from the Barnes Fund for Affordable Housing for constructing or rehabilitating affordable housing, plus amendments to existing grant contracts with Habitat for Humanity, Urban Housing Solutions, and Woodbine Community Organization. The committee will also discuss a water service participation agreement for a development by E3 Construction and several right-of-way abandonments and infrastructure acceptances. A Planning Department presentation on the CIB (Capital Improvements Budget) process is scheduled.

• RS2025-1522: $5,458,000 grant from Barnes Fund for affordable housing
• RS2025-1523: $9,750,000 grant from Barnes Fund for affordable housing
• RS2025-1524: $6,328,415.10 grant from Barnes Fund for previously expired affordable housing grant
• RS2025-1540: Water service improvements agreement with E3 Construction Services for proposed development
• BL2025-1049: First amendment to lease for office space at 150 2nd Avenue North with Little Big Properties, LLC

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider 23 resolutions, including authorizing over $21.5 million from the Barnes Fund for Affordable Housing to construct and rehabilitate affordable housing. Also on the agenda: accepting grants for court programs, victim services, homeless health services, and library programming, as well as cooperative purchasing agreements for city departments.

• RS2025-1522: $5.46M grant from Barnes Fund for affordable housing
• RS2025-1523: $9.75M grant from Barnes Fund for affordable housing
• RS2025-1524: $6.33M grant from Barnes Fund to fund previously expired grant
• RS2025-1530: $355,200 appropriation to Neighborhood Health for homeless medical/dental/mental health services
• RS2025-1532: Application for BlueCross Healthy Places grant for Miracle League field at Cedar Hill Park

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will vote on several resolutions, including a $200,000 appropriation for nonprofit grants, a $70,000 settlement of civil rights claims, and multiple cooperative purchasing agreements. It will also consider appointments and reappointments to various commissions and boards. All items are listed on the consent agenda and will be voted on together.

• RS2025-1477 – Appropriation of $200,000 from the Juvenile Court to nonprofit Community Partnership Fund grants
• RS2025-1479 – Settlement of civil rights claims against the Metro Government for $70,000
• RS2025-1480 – Authorization to join the State of Tennessee in amending the Opioid Abatement Agreement
• RS2025-1482 – Cooperative purchasing master agreement with TD SYNNEX for advanced technology solutions
• RS2025-1484 – Cooperative purchasing master agreement with Johnson Controls for HVAC services

The council voted to fill a vacancy on the Historical Commission, electing Betsy Phillips with a 23‑11 vote. Several appointments were referred for future consideration. The consent agenda approved multiple resolutions, including a $200,000 grant to nonprofit organizations and several cooperative purchasing agreements. Additional resolutions approved grants for health services and an opioid‑abatement settlement.

• Elected Betsy Phillips to Historical Commission (23‑11 vote)
• Approved $200,000 Juvenile Court Community Partnership Fund grant (RS2025-1477)
• Approved resolution to join Tennessee opioid‑abatement agreement (RS2025-1480)
• Approved cooperative purchasing agreement with TD SYNNEX for IT solutions (RS2025-1482)
• Approved cooperative purchasing agreement with Johnson Controls for HVAC services (RS2025-1484)
• Approved cooperative purchasing agreement with McGrath RentCorp for modular units (RS2025-1485)
• Approved cooperative purchasing agreement with Turner & Townsend for construction management (RS2025-1486)
• Approved grant from Tennessee Department of Health for public health programs (RS2025-1487)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider multiple resolutions and bills, including a grant to fund emergency psychiatric care and co-response teams with police and fire departments. They will also review appropriations for community grants, opioid settlement agreements, and fire code updates. Public comment is allowed before the meeting.

• RS2025-1489: Grant contract with Mental Health Cooperative for emergency psychiatric care and co-response models (Nashville Partners in Care and REACH).
• RS2025-1477: Appropriates $200,000 from Juvenile Court for Community Partnership Fund grants.
• RS2025-1480: Authorizes joining amendments to the Tennessee State-Subdivision Opioid Abatement Agreement and related settlements.
• RS2025-1494: Accepts grant from Nashville Police + Public Safety Alliance to fund testing of sexual assault kits by outside labs.
• BL2025-1004: Adopts 2024 International Fire Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code.

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will review a resolution to accept an in-kind grant for a mural at Easley Community Center and an ordinance approving lease agreements for properties at 120 Third Avenue North and 211 Commerce Street.

• Resolution to accept in-kind grant for mural at Easley Community Center
• Ordinance approving lease agreements at 120 Third Avenue North and 211 Commerce Street
• Public comment period available for residents

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will consider six resolutions approving cooperative purchasing master agreements for various city departments and a resolution urging a citywide disability audit. It will also review five ordinances concerning vegetative‑growth design, alarm‑system registration, fire‑code adoption, and violation‑notice procedures. All items were filed on September 11, 2025 and have been referred to the committee by the Metropolitan Council.

• RS2025-1482 – approve cooperative purchasing agreement with TD SYNNEX for advanced technology solutions for the Department of Information Technology Services.
• RS2025-1484 – approve cooperative purchasing agreement with Johnson Controls for HVAC services and related products for the Department of General Services.
• RS2025-1503 – resolution urging the Metropolitan Government to conduct a disability audit of facilities and accommodations.
• BL2025-995 – ordinance amending sections of the Metropolitan Code on intentional designs for vegetative growth.
• BL2025-1004 – ordinance adopting the 2024 editions of the International Fire Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code.

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will interview and confirm nominees for various city boards and commissions, including the Arts Commission and the Board of Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical Examiners. The body will also discuss resolutions regarding disability audits, rare disease legislation, and local observances.

• RS2025-1503: Resolution urging a disability audit of city facilities
• RS2025-1504: Resolution supporting Cameron’s Law for rare disease innovation
• RS2025-1505: Resolution urging state property tax freeze reforms for people with disabilities
• RS2025-1507: Resolution recognizing Bisexual Awareness Week
• RS2025-1506: Resolution recognizing 45th anniversary of Tennessee Performing Arts Center

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The committee will consider accepting a $50,000 donation from BNA Woodland OZ Business LLC for infrastructure improvements at 408 Woodland Street and a $50,000 SMART grant from the U.S. DOT for multimodal safety. It will also vote on numerous water and sewer easement ordinances, several aerial encroachment authorizations, and a bill (BL2025-954) regulating seated sightseeing vehicles.

• RS2025-1495: Acceptance of $50,000 SMART grant for multimodal safety and Vision Zero interventions
• RS2025-1496: $50,000 donation from BNA Woodland OZ Business LLC for infrastructure near 408 Woodland Street
• BL2025-954: Ordinance amending definition of Entertainment Transportation Vehicles and regulating seated sightseeing vehicles
• RS2025-1500: Contract with Perkinson Company for Auma products, parts, and services for water/sewerage
• RS2025-1501: Participation agreement with Artist Lofts LP for sanitary sewer service improvements

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will review resolutions for aerial encroachments and sewer service agreements, along with ordinances for water and sewer infrastructure and a housing incentive program.

• Resolution to authorize aerial encroachments at 221 2nd Avenue North
• Resolution to authorize aerial encroachments at 215 1st Avenue South
• Resolution to authorize aerial encroachments at 142 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard
• Ordinance establishing a Voluntary Attainable Housing Incentive Program
• Ordinance authorizing water and sewer improvements at 1053 Tulip Grove Road

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will vote on 22 resolutions and one bill on second reading. Key items include joining the amended Tennessee State-Subdivision Opioid Abatement Agreement, a $70,000 settlement of civil rights claims, and $200,000 in Community Partnership Fund grants. The committee will also consider a bill transferring alarm system registration from the Department of Codes Administration to the Nashville Fire Department.

• RS2025-1480: Joining amended Tennessee State-Subdivision Opioid Abatement Agreement and related settlements
• RS2025-1479: $70,000 settlement of Alan Dosky's civil rights claims
• RS2025-1477: $200,000 in Community Partnership Fund grants for Juvenile Court nonprofits
• RS2025-1495: SMART Stage 2 grant from USDOT for multimodal safety and Vision Zero interventions
• BL2025-1003: Transferring alarm system registration from Codes to Nashville Fire Department

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will elect a President Pro Tempore and committee chairs, confirm several board appointments, and hold public hearings on zoning ordinances and beer permit regulations.

• Election for President Pro Tempore (Russ Bradford vs. Delishia Porterfield)
• Election for Planning and Zoning Committee Chair (Rollin Horton vs. John Rutherford)
• Zoning change for 800 Gwynn Drive from RS7.5 to R8-A
• Zoning change for 107 East Campbell Road from RS20 to CS-A-NS
• Ordinance to amend beer and cigarette market use regulations

The Metropolitan Council approved Resolution RS2025-1461, exempting Fine Salon and Blow Dry Bar at 2115 10th Avenue South from the minimum distance requirements for a beer permit. The resolution was adopted by the Government Operations and Regulations Committee. Several council members were also elected to leadership and commission positions during the meeting.

• Delishia Porterfield elected President Pro Tempore (18‑18 tie broken by President Henderson)
• Rollin Horton elected Planning and Zoning Committee Chair (20‑19)
• Sean Parker elected Traffic and Parking Commission representative (25‑14)
• Jason Spain elected to Metro Audit Committee (20 votes)
• Delishia Porterfield elected to Metro Audit Committee after fourth round (20‑19)
• Tom Cash appointed non‑voting member of Short‑Term Rental Appeals Board by voice vote
• Resolution RS2025-1461 exempting Fine Salon & Blow Dry Bar from beer‑permit distance rules approved

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will consider Resolution RS2025-1466, which approves an intergovernmental agreement between the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation, NDOT, and the Metropolitan Government for the North Nashville Community Engagement/Jefferson Street Corridor Planning and Environmental Linkages (PEL) Study (Federal Project No. HIP-1900(41), State Project No. 19LPLM-F1-211, PIN 136151.00). The committee will also vote on seven additional resolutions (RS2025-1469 to RS2025-1475) authorizing water and sanitary sewer main replacements, abandonments, and related improvements at specific properties such as 1201 Freightliner Drive, 517 West Trinity Lane, and 2103 Greenwood Avenue. Several bills on second reading will be considered, including an ordinance to amend the definition of Entertainment Transportation Vehicles (BL2025-954) and ordinances addressing motor‑vehicle noise (BL2025-955), abandoned vehicles and parking (BL2025-956), and encroachments on 2nd Avenue North (BL2025-996). Public comment is scheduled at the start of the meeting per Tennessee Code §8‑44‑112.

• RS2025-1466 – approval of intergovernmental agreement for North Nashville Community Engagement/Jefferson Street Corridor Planning and Environmental Linkages (PEL) Study.
• RS2025-1469 – preliminary engineering agreement with R.J. Corman Railroad for drainage improvements at 1201 Freightliner Drive.
• RS2025-1472 – authorization to accept new public sanitary sewer main and manholes at 2103 Greenwood Avenue (Greenwood Cocktail Bar).
• BL2025-954 – ordinance amending the definition of Entertainment Transportation Vehicles and regulating seated sightseeing vehicles.
• BL2025-996 – ordinance authorizing NDOT to construct encroachments along 2nd Avenue North between Commerce Street and Church Street.

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee is considering several resolutions and ordinances regarding public utility updates. The meeting focuses on accepting or abandoning water and sewer mains and approving infrastructure encroachments.

• Preliminary Engineering Agreement with R.J. Corman Railroad Company for drainage at 1201 Freightliner Drive
• Participation agreement with Proffitt Dixon Partners for sanitary sewer improvements
• Underground and aboveground encroachments along 2nd Avenue North between Commerce and Church Street
• Underground encroachment at 30 Peabody Street for Peabody Union Apartments
• Sewer and water main updates at 517 West Trinity Lane, 2103 Greenwood Avenue, and 3862 Dickerson Pike

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will vote on whether to recommend nine resolutions to the full council. Items include multiple tort settlements, grant appropriations, and intergovernmental agreements for transportation and drainage projects. The committee also considers a resolution for a youth policy advisory working group.

• RS2025-1468: $290,000 settlement for personal injury claims of Kattia Travezan
• RS2025-1465: $275,000 settlement for personal injury and loss of consortium claims of Lars and Amber Gardell
• RS2025-1464: $200,000 in Community Partnership Fund grants from the Office of Family Safety to nonprofits
• RS2025-1466: Intergovernmental agreement with TDOT for North Nashville Community Engagement/Jefferson Street Corridor Planning and Environmental Linkages Study
• RS2025-1469: Preliminary engineering agreement with R.J. Corman Railroad for drainage improvements at 1201 Freightliner Drive

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider three items. A resolution (RS2025-1463) would amend a University of Nebraska grant to fund attendance at the CityMatch conference and expand perinatal support services. A second resolution (RS2025-1464) would appropriate $200,000 from the Office of Family Safety to nonprofit groups through the Community Partnership Fund. The committee will also take a second‑reading ordinance (BL2025-955) to amend motor‑vehicle noise limits in residential zoning districts.

• RS2025-1463 – amendment to a University of Nebraska grant for CityMatch conference attendance and perinatal system support
• RS2025-1464 – appropriation of $200,000 from the Office of Family Safety to nonprofit organizations via Community Partnership Fund grants
• BL2025-955 – ordinance to amend Section 9.20.020 of the Metropolitan Code concerning motor vehicle noise in residential zones

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will consider two resolutions (election of notaries public and recognition of the Finance Division of Purchases), multiple board appointments and reappointments, and several confirmations. Key items include interviewing five nominees for a vacant seat on the Historical Commission and confirming reappointments to the Fire and Building Code Appeals Board.

• Resolution RS2025-1462 approving election of notaries public
• Resolution RS2025-1476 recognizing Finance Division of Purchases as Quality Public Procurement Department
• Appointment of Camille Greer to Arts Commission (term to 2027)
• Consideration of five nominees for Historical Commission vacancy (Phil Claiborne, Kris Brummett, Betsy Phillips, Jason Corlew, William Kantz)
• Confirmations of Ramon (Andy) Berry and Devinder Sandhu to Fire and Building Code Appeals Board

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will consider a resolution (RS2025-1461) that exempts Fine Salon and Blow Dry Bar at 2115 10th Avenue South from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit. The committee will also discuss several ordinances: BL2025-948 to amend property standards code settlement procedures, BL2025-955 to amend motor vehicle noise limits in residential zones, BL2025-956 to amend rules on abandoned vehicles and street parking, and BL2025-995 to amend regulations on vegetative growth designs. Public comment time is also scheduled.

• RS2025-1461: Exempt Fine Salon & Blow Dry Bar (2115 10th Ave S) from beer permit distance rules
• BL2025-948: Amend Section 2.40.115 on settlement of property standards code violations
• BL2025-955: Amend Section 9.20.020 on motor vehicle noise in residential districts
• BL2025-956: Amend Chapter 12.40 on abandoned vehicles and street/alley parking restrictions
• BL2025-995: Amend Sections 10.26.010, 10.28.010, 16.24.330 on intentional vegetative growth designs

Metropolitan Council

The Metro Council will hold elections, appointments, and confirmations for various boards and commissions. Resolutions include a PILOT agreement for a multi-family housing project at 2122 Buena Vista Pike, a $200,000 ARPA grant to Habitat for Humanity for ballfields, and contracts for appraisal software and inmate communications. Several affordable housing grant amendments and a youth policy advisory working group resolution are also on the agenda.

• Authorization for MDHA to negotiate a PILOT for Buena Vista Apartments at 2122 Buena Vista Pike
• Appropriation of $200,000 from ARPA funds to Habitat for Humanity for Parkwood Community Club ballfields
• Approval of a contract with Catalis Tax & CAMA for computer-assisted mass appraisal software
• First Amendment to affordable housing construction grant with AAA Residential Resources, Inc.
• Resolution requesting a working group for a sustainable Youth Policy and Strategic Plan

The council elected three members to the Industrial Development Board: Tequila Johnson (22 votes), Nancy VanReece (20 votes) and Laura Yankee (22 votes) after multiple voting rounds. Several commissions and boards received unanimous reappointments or appointments, and one historic zoning commission appointment was withdrawn.

• Tequila Johnson elected to Industrial Development Board (22 votes)
• Nancy VanReece elected to Industrial Development Board (20 votes)
• Laura Yankee elected to Industrial Development Board (22 votes)
• Topania Byars reappointed to Action Commission (unanimous)
• Gary Burke appointed to Historical Commission (unanimous)
• Reverend Shane Scott appointed to Hospital Authority Board (unanimous)
• James Hoobler appointment to Historic Zoning Commission withdrawn
• Fiona Haulter Abbott reappointed to Stormwater Management Commission (unanimous)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will review resolutions for grants related to tuberculosis, air quality, and homelessness, as well as agreements for police radar equipment and inmate communications. The body will also discuss an ordinance to codify the Office of Family Safety.

• Appropriates $3.5M to Depaul USA for Strobel House housing services
• Accepts EPA grants for air pollution monitoring and control
• Accepts Tennessee Department of Health grant for tuberculosis control
• Approves cooperative purchasing agreement for police radar equipment
• Codifies the Office of Family Safety in the Metropolitan Code of Laws

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will review five resolutions at its August 19 meeting. The most significant item appropriates $200,000 in federal ARPA funds to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville to renovate the historic Parkwood Community Club ballfields. Other items include setting criteria for the Community Arts Leaders Internship Program and accepting grants for park and community center improvements, such as stabilizing the Proctor Barn in Beaman Park and equipping Shelby Community Center.

• RS2025-1416: $200,000 in ARPA funds to Habitat for Humanity for Parkwood ballfield renovation
• RS2025-1426: Approve FY2026 criteria for the Community Arts Leaders Internship Program
• RS2025-1437: Accept in-kind grant from Friends of Beaman Park for Proctor Barn carport/side porch stabilization
• RS2025-1438: Accept grant from Nashville Parks Foundation for programming improvements to community centers
• RS2025-1439: Accept in-kind grant for Shelby Community Center equipment (volleyball nets, roller skates, basketballs, shelving)

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will vote on two resolutions honoring local youth baseball and Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. It will also consider an ordinance (BL2025-959) to readopt the Code of the Metropolitan Government prepared by Municipal Code Corporation. Additionally, the committee will confirm nominees for the Industrial Development Board and appoint members to several commissions. Public comment is permitted for up to eight minutes total.

• Resolution RS2025-1459 recognizing the Parkwood 8U All‑Stars for third place in the Diamond Youth Baseball World Series.
• Resolution RS2025-1460 designating August 20, 2025 as Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day in Nashville and Davidson County.
• Ordinance BL2025-959 readopting the municipal code prepared by Municipal Code Corporation, including supplemental pages.
• Consideration of three nominees to fill vacancies on the Industrial Development Board (Nancy VanReece, Laura Yankee, Natalie Alvarez, etc.).
• Appointment of Matthew C. Smith to the Historic Zoning Commission for a term expiring August 31, 2028.

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will consider resolutions for a fire station site and cooperative purchasing agreements, as well as ordinances regarding vehicle noise and sidewalk cafes.

• Resolution to approve land for Fire Station 24 at 3500 John Mallette Drive
• Resolution to accept cooperative purchasing master agreement with MillerKnoll, Inc.
• Ordinance to amend noise regulations in residential zoning districts
• Ordinance to amend rules for sidewalk cafe dining permits
• Resolution to declare surplus real property for disposition

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will vote on a resolution amending an intergovernmental agreement for traffic signal communication upgrades along Broadway and West End from 1st Avenue to I‑440. The committee will also consider resolutions for property purchases, water and sewer infrastructure changes, and several ordinance amendments. All items have been referred to the committee by the Metropolitan Council.

• RS2025-1446: Amendment to intergovernmental agreement for traffic signal communication upgrades along Broadway and West End (State Project No: 19LPLM-F3-183, Federal Project No: CM-NH-1(445))
• RS2025-1427: Option agreement to purchase property at 0 Highway 70 South (Parcel No. 12908008000)
• RS2025-1449: Purchase of three flood‑prone properties at 5340 Buena Vista Pike, 218 Blackman Road, and 517 Paragon Mills Road for Metro Water Services
• RS2025-1450: Amendment to Ordinance No. BL2025-859 to add abandonment and acceptance of water mains at 1300 and 1310 Donelson Pike
• BL2025-954: Ordinance amending Title 6 of the Metropolitan Code to define Entertainment Transportation Vehicles and regulate seated sightseeing vehicles

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider a series of resolutions authorizing agreements and amendments. Items include a PILOT agreement for the Buena Vista Apartments multi‑family project, a memorandum for building Fire Station 24, and several water, sewer, and traffic signal upgrades. The committee will also vote on option agreements to purchase property and amend ordinances related to water mains.

• RS2025-1420 – PILOT agreement for the multi‑family Buena Vista Apartments at 2122 Buena Vista Pike
• RS2025-1425 – Memorandum of Understanding to use 3.77 acres at 3500 John Mallette Drive for Fire Station 24
• RS2025-1427 – Option agreement to purchase property at 0 Highway 70 South
• RS2025-1446 – Amendment for traffic signal communication upgrades along Broadway and West End from 1st Avenue to I‑440
• RS2025-1450 – Ordinance amendment to add and modify water main acceptance at 1300 and 1310 Donelson Pike

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider 22 resolutions, including a $3.5 million appropriation for permanent supportive housing at Strobel House, several affordable housing grant amendments, and contracts for assessment software and inmate communications. Other items include a youth policy working group request and multiple grants for public health programs. The agenda also features a resolution for a PILOT agreement at Buena Vista Apartments and an agreement to use school land for a new fire station.

• $3.5M appropriation to Depaul USA for Strobel House Permanent Supportive Housing
• $200,000 in ARPA funds to Habitat for Humanity for Parkwood Community Club ballfields
• PILOT agreement for multi-family housing at 2122 Buena Vista Pike (Buena Vista Apartments)
• MOU with MNPS to construct Fire Station 24 on 3.77 acres at 3500 John Mallette Drive
• Cooperative purchasing agreement with Catalis Tax & CAMA for mass appraisal software

Metropolitan Council

This is a test meeting of the Metropolitan Council. Agenda items include a proposed ordinance to create a new type of permit for curbside/delivery (TEST 20-008), authorization for stormwater easements on Granny Wright Lane, and several resolutions and zoning amendments on consent. No substantive decisions are expected as the meeting is a trial run.

• TEST 20-008: Ordinance to amend Chapter 7.08 to create a curbside/delivery permit (sponsor: Syracuse)
• TEST 20-005: Authorization to accept easements for Granny Wright Lane Stormwater Improvement Project at 2335 and 2337 Granny Wright Lane
• RS2023-def: Resolution allowing aerial encroachment at 607 Overton Street
• RS2023-abc: Resolution for a clinical research contract with Clinical Research Associates for Phase III COVID-19 vaccine testing
• BL2023-xyz: Zoning ordinance to cancel part of a Commercial Planned Unit Development Overlay on Mt. View Road and Crossings Boulevard

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will review several zoning amendments and a historic landmark overlay. The body is also deciding on numerous appointments and reappointments for city boards and commissions.

• Proposed Historic Landmark Overlay District for 4301 Harding Pike (BL2025-703 and BL2025-704)
• Zoning change from RS7.5 to R8-A for 800 Gwynn Drive (BL2025-727)
• Zoning change from RS20 to CS-A-NS for 107 East Campbell Road (BL2025-796)
• Beer permit distance requirement exemption for Streetcar Taps and Garden at 1325 3rd Avenue North (RS2025-1378)
• Nominees for three vacancies on the Industrial Development Board

Public Health and Safety Committee

The committee is considering nine resolutions, including grants for workforce development ($50,000), an autism program ($50,000), gun violence reduction, and fire prevention. Also on the agenda are a fire inspection agreement with Berry Hill and a discussion with the Director of Youth Safety.

• RS2025-1384: $50,000 grant to Music City Construction Careers for workforce training in skilled trades
• RS2025-1389: $50,000 to ASMT, Inc. for 'Empower' program for adult autistic people
• RS2025-1394: Project Safe Neighborhoods grant to reduce gun-related violence through police overtime
• RS2025-1396: Application for federal fire prevention grant to fund arson investigators and a fire safety trailer
• RS2025-1395: Intergovernmental agreement for Nashville Fire Department to provide inspection services to Berry Hill

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will discuss appropriating $50,000 from the Nashville Public Library to implement the 'Empower' program for adult autistic people. The body will also review an application for an Arts Build Communities grant to fund a mural at the Bordeaux library branch.

• RS2025-1389: Appropriates $50,000 to ASMT, Inc. for the 'Empower' program
• RS2025-1390: Approves application for Arts Build Communities grant for Bordeaux library mural
• RS2025-1389 and RS2025-1390 were filed by the Metropolitan Council on 7/29/25

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will consider several board and commission appointments and reappointments. The body will also review resolutions regarding law enforcement officer identification and local recognitions.

• RS2025-1413: Resolution urging the Tennessee General Assembly to pass House Bill 1442 regarding law enforcement officer identification
• Consideration of nine nominees for three vacancies on the Industrial Development Board
• Confirmation of Ian Prunty to the Electric Power Board
• Appointments and reappointments for the Historical Commission and Hospital Authority Board
• RS2025-1415: Resolution recognizing HomeStyle Bakery for fifty years of operation

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will vote on a proposed ordinance that would let the Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure increase its permit and administrative fees over time. The committee will also consider four resolutions: a beer‑permit distance exemption for Streetcar Taps and Garden, two cooperative purchasing agreements for solid waste and roadway paving equipment, and a grant approval for the RAMPS cybersecurity education program. Additionally, an ordinance to amend property standards code settlement procedures will be reviewed.

• RS2025-1378 – exemption for Streetcar Taps and Garden (1325 3rd Avenue North) from beer‑permit distance rules
• RS2025-1386 – cooperative purchasing agreement for bulk solid waste and recycling equipment
• RS2025-1387 – cooperative purchasing agreement for roadway paving equipment
• RS2025-1388 – approval of RAMPS cybersecurity education grant from U.S. Department of Commerce
• BL2025-906 – ordinance to let NDOT increase permit and administrative fees

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is scheduled to discuss resolutions regarding water and sewer infrastructure updates, aerial encroachments, and fee adjustments. All items listed are currently filed by the Metropolitan Council.

• RS2025-1379: Approves Tranche Amendment 2 for renewable energy purchase
• RS2025-1397: Classifies public roads in Davidson County
• RS2025-1403: Amends Ordinance No. BL2023-32 for water/sewer at 3120 Torbett Street
• RS2025-1411: Authorizes water/sewer updates at 201 Broadway
• BL2025-906: Ordinance to increase NDOT permit and administrative fees

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will vote on a zoning amendment that would rezone properties on Jones Avenue to allow 84 multifamily residential units. The meeting also includes resolutions authorizing several aerial encroachments and water‑sewer infrastructure changes across the city. Two ordinances will be considered: one for an underground encroachment at 5701 Centennial Boulevard and another for a green‑roof partnership with Fisk University.

• RS2025-1385 – approve purchase of property at 1725 17th Avenue North
• RS2025-1398 – authorize aerial encroachment at 804 14th Avenue North
• BL2025-860 – amend zoning to permit 84 multifamily units on Jones Avenue
• BL2025-950 – authorize underground and above‑ground encroachment at 5701 Centennial Boulevard
• BL2025-951 – agreement with Fisk University for a green roof stormwater project

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will review 20 items including an ordinance to allow NDOT to increase permit and administrative fees over time, a $345,000 settlement of a lawsuit, and numerous grant and contract approvals. Public comment is open for legislative items on the agenda.

• Ordinance BL2025-906 to allow NDOT to increase permit and administrative fees over time
• Resolution RS2025-1402 authorizing $345,000 settlement to Lonesome Ten Miles, LLC for claims against Metro Water Services
• Resolution RS2025-1379 approving a renewable energy purchase agreement with TVA and Nashville Electric Service
• Resolution RS2025-1384 appropriating $50,000 for a workforce development initiative in construction trades
• Resolution RS2025-1389 appropriating $50,000 for an autism empowerment program at Nashville Public Library

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will review several board appointments, a confirmation, and nominations for vacant seats. It will also consider an ordinance to establish a Downtown Central Business Improvement District. Additional resolutions include grant approvals and a $1,248,108 appropriation for South Nashville community safety programs. A public comment period will be offered before the meeting concludes.

• Appointment of Ian Prunty to the Electric Power Board (term expires July 1, 2030)
• Confirmation appointment of Alan Slone to the Human Relations Commission (term expires April 18, 2027)
• Nominations to fill three vacancies on the Industrial Development Board (terms expire August 31, 2031)
• Ordinance BL2025-846 to create a Downtown Central Business Improvement District
• Resolution RS2025-1359 appropriating $1,248,108 from the Community Safety Fund for South Nashville programs

The Metropolitan Council approved an ordinance creating a Downtown Central Business Improvement District after a public hearing and multiple amendments, passing on third reading with a roll‑call vote of 29‑6‑1. The Council also confirmed Alan Slone to the Human Relations Commission by unanimous voice vote. Several other appointments were withdrawn or deferred, and a series of budget‑related resolutions were adopted under the consent agenda.

• Passed Downtown Central Business Improvement District ordinance (roll call 29‑6‑1)
• Confirmed Alan Slone appointment to Human Relations Commission (unanimous voice vote)
• Withdrew Marcus Buggs reappointment to Human Relations Commission
• Deferred Dr. Amy Crawford Charlton reappointment to Human Relations Commission (voice vote)
• Deferred Hazel Smith reappointment to Nashville Entertainment Commission (voice vote)
• Withdrew zoning amendment bill BL2025-896
• Approved $1,248,108 community safety fund grant (RS2025-1359)
• Approved interlocal agreement for Enhanced‑911 services (RS2025-1354)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider ten resolutions authorizing grants and agreements for community corrections, emergency communications, substance‑misuse interventions, senior nutrition, animal care, fire‑safety inspections, and a police equipment purchase. One resolution appropriates $1,248,108 from the Community Safety Fund for nonprofit programs in South Nashville. All items have been referred by the Metropolitan Council to both the Budget and Finance Committee and this committee.

• RS2025-1352 – Accept Community Correction Services grant from Tennessee Dept. of Correction
• RS2025-1354 – Interlocal agreement for Enhanced‑911 services between Emergency Communications District and Metro government
• RS2025-1359 – Appropriation of $1,248,108 from Community Safety Fund for South Nashville nonprofit programs
• RS2025-1361 – Amendment to U.S. HHS grant for HIV/AIDS prevention and Minority AIDS Initiative
• RS2025-1366 – Intergovernmental agreement for fire and building safety inspections in K‑12 schools

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The committee will consider resolutions to approve grant criteria for the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission and accept a Carnegie Corporation grant for English as a Second Language classes at five Nashville Public Library branches. Both items were referred by the Metropolitan Council and are currently filed.

• RS2025-1355: Approves criteria for Operating Support and Thrive grants for fiscal year 2026
• RS2025-1365: Accepts Libraries as Pillars of Education and Democracy grant for ESL classes
• RS2025-1365: Funds ESL classes at up to five Nashville Public Library branch locations
• RS2025-1355: Sponsored by Porterfield, Gadd, Vo, and Welsch
• RS2025-1365: Sponsored by Porterfield, Gadd, Vo, Allen, Suara, Ellis, and Welsch

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will consider four items: a resolution amending sidewalk cafe regulations, a resolution approving a cooperative purchasing agreement, an ordinance allowing NDOT to raise permit and administrative fees over time, and an ordinance approving a revocable license agreement with Operation Stand Down Tennessee for office space. These items were referred from the full council and require committee recommendation before further action.

• BL2025-906: allows NDOT to increase permit and administrative fees over time
• RS2025-1351: amends sidewalk cafe dining rules to add compliance with guidelines
• RS2025-1357: accepts a cooperative purchasing master agreement for supplies for General Services
• BL2025-910: approves a revocable license with Operation Stand Down Tennessee for office space (Proposal No. 2025M-023AG-001)

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will interview 19 nominees for various city boards and commissions. The committee also scheduled public comment on legislative items.

• Interviews for Electric Power Board, Hospital Authority, and Human Relations Commission appointments
• Interviews for Metropolitan Action Commission and Music, Film, and Entertainment Commission reappointments
• Public comment on legislative items
• Scheduled confirmation of Human Relations Commission appointee Alan Slone
• Scheduled recognition of YWCA of Nashville & Middle Tennessee

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is scheduled to discuss and vote on multiple ordinances regarding stormwater management, water and sewer infrastructure, and fee adjustments. Several items have already passed their first reading at the full Metropolitan Council.

• RS2025-1370: Purchase of flood-prone property at 4800 Blackman Court for Metro Water Services
• BL2025-906: Ordinance regarding development of athletic fields within floodways
• BL2025-913: Prince Avenue Stormwater Improvement Project easements
• BL2025-912: Pilot project for early warning detection for water management systems
• BL2025-906: Ordinance regarding development of athletic fields within floodways

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will discuss several utility easement adjustments and office space lease agreements. The body is also reviewing a zoning change to allow for single-family and townhome development.

• Zoning change from AR2a to SP for 39.27 acres at 5788 Cane Ridge Road to permit 58 single family lots and 74 townhomes
• Lease amendment with Square Investment Holdings, LLC for office space at 222 Second Avenue North
• Purchase of flood-prone property at 4800 Blackman Court for Metro Water Services
• Easements for the Prince Avenue Stormwater Improvement Project affecting nine properties
• Lease agreement for a warehouse at 801 Anderson Lane, Madison, TN

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will review 22 resolutions and one ordinance on second reading. Items include grant acceptances, contract approvals, a lease amendment, and settlement of claims against Metro. The committee will vote on recommendations to the full council.

• RS2025-1359: Appropriating $1,248,108 from the Community Safety Fund for South Nashville safety programs.
• RS2025-1368: Settlement of Wesley Burney claim for $300,000 from Self-Insured Liability Fund.
• RS2025-1356: Eleventh Amendment to lease at 222 Second Avenue North (Washington Square Building).
• RS2025-1365: Grant from Carnegie Corporation for ESL classes at up to five library branches.
• RS2025-1370: Option to purchase flood-prone property at 4800 Blackman Court for Metro Water Services.

Metropolitan Council

The Metro Council will hold public hearings on multiple zoning ordinances, including a major development proposal for 58 single-family lots and 74 townhome units at 5788 Cane Ridge Road. Other items include rezonings on Gwynn Drive, East Campbell Road, Georgia Avenue, Jones Avenue, and West Trinity Lane, plus a rules amendment and several commission appointments.

• BL2025-752 & BL2025-753: Rezone 39.27 acres at 5788 Cane Ridge Road to SP zoning for 58 single-family lots and 74 townhome units, with building material restrictions
• BL2025-727: Rezone 0.32 acres at 800 Gwynn Drive from RS7.5 to R8-A
• BL2025-796: Rezone 0.26 acres at 107 East Campbell Road from RS20 to CS-A-NS
• BL2025-860 & BL2025-861: Rezone 8.27 acres on Jones Avenue to SP for 84 multi-family units, with material restrictions
• H1: Proposed change to Rule 9.3 of the Council's Rules of Procedure

The council approved the minutes from the June 17 meeting and confirmed several Human Relations and Social Services Commission appointments by unanimous vote. It passed an ordinance (BL2025-820) to require mailed notices for certain final site plans by voice vote. The council also deferred multiple zoning ordinance bills to future public hearings by voice vote.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Confirmed Human Relations Commission appointments of Dakota Galban, Sarah Martin, Carmen Reese Foster, Claudia Weber, and Alecia Wynn (unanimous vote)
• Confirmed Social Services Commission appointment of D’Angelo Taylor (unanimous vote)
• Passed ordinance requiring mailed notices for certain final site plans (BL2025-820) (voice vote)
• Deferred zoning ordinance for 800 Gwynn Drive to Aug 5, 2025 public hearing (voice vote)
• Deferred zoning ordinance for 107 East Campbell Road to Aug 5, 2025 public hearing (voice vote)
• Deferred zoning ordinance for 2819‑2823 Jones Avenue to future hearing (voice vote)
• Deferred zoning ordinance for W. Trinity Lane to Sep 2, 2025 public hearing (voice vote)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee is reviewing three resolutions related to grant amendments and subrecipient agreements. These items involve funding for general operating support, homeless housing deposits, and staffing for the Office of Family Safety.

• RS2025-1330: Amendment two to a grant from The Kresge Foundation for general operating support
• RS2025-1333: Agreement between MDHA and Office of Homeless Services for first month's rent and security/utility deposits
• RS2025-1334: Amendment one to a Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration grant for Office of Family Safety staffing

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will vote on RS2025-1331, an amendment to a memorandum of understanding between the Nashville Public Library and the Department of Parks and Recreation to provide free out‑of‑school programs. It will also consider RS2025-1332, which accepts an in‑kind grant from Creative Parks Nashville to support and expand Metro Parks music, theater, and visual arts programs. Additionally, the committee will hear an Arts Commission presentation on grants and funding criteria by Ashley Bachelder.

• RS2025-1331 – amendment to MOU between Nashville Public Library and Department of Parks and Recreation for free out‑of‑school programs
• RS2025-1332 – acceptance of an in‑kind grant from Creative Parks Nashville to fund Metro Parks music, theater, and visual arts programs
• Arts Commission presentation on grants & funding criteria by Ashley Bachelder

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will review an ordinance to update building codes. The body will also consider a resolution to amend a sole source contract with UKG Kronos Systems, LLC for software and hosting services.

• BL2025-898: Ordinance to adopt updated building codes in Title 16 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws
• RS2025-1335: Amendment to a sole source contract with UKG Kronos Systems, LLC for software as a service, licenses, support, maintenance, and hosting

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will consider an amendment to Rule 9.3 of the Metropolitan Council Rules of Procedure, several resolutions including the election of notaries public and a proclamation for Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, and multiple appointments and confirmations to the Human Relations Commission, Work Release Commission, and Social Services Commission.

• RS2025-1326 – Resolution approving election of certain Notaries Public for Davidson County
• RS2025-1350 – Resolution recognizing June 2025 as Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
• Appointment of Alan Slone to Human Relations Commission (term expiring April 18, 2027)
• Reappointment of Dakota Galban to Human Relations Commission (term expiring April 18, 2029)
• Amendment to Rule 9.3 of the 2023-2027 Metropolitan Council Rules of Procedure

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will discuss updates to residential infill regulations regarding artificial turf and tree credits. The body is also considering multiple resolutions for sewer and water main installations and the abandonment of specific alley rights-of-way.

• BL2025-897: Ordinance amending residential infill regulations for artificial turf and tree credits
• RS2025-1336: Engineering agreement with CSX for pedestrian lighting at 5th Avenue
• RS2025-1337: Agreement with TDOT for lighting sculptures and improvements at I-65 overpass on Arthur Avenue
• BL2025-901: Property acquisition for Clean Water Nashville Neely’s Bend Sewer Pump Station Upgrade
• BL2025-899 and BL2025-900: Abandonment of Alley #89 and an unnumbered alley right-of-way

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will review resolutions to accept new water and sewer mains, abandon old infrastructure, and authorize a pedestrian lighting project. All items are currently filed and awaiting committee action.

• Authorize pedestrian lighting under CSX bridge at 5th Avenue
• Accept new sanitary sewer mains at 2920 Hamilton Church Road
• Authorize abandonment of Alley #89 right-of-way
• Authorize abandonment of Unnumbered Alley right-of-way
• Authorize acceptance of new sanitary sewer mains at 4214 Central Pike

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee considers 16 resolutions and 1 bill on second reading. Key items include a proposed Downtown Central Business Improvement District, a mineral severance tax increase, and a settlement payment of $29,903.42. The committee also reviews grants and agreements for housing, homeless services, parks, and public library programs.

• BL2025-846: Ordinance to create a Downtown Central Business Improvement District with an advisory board
• RS2025-1327: Resolution to increase the mineral severance tax levy and set rates
• RS2025-1340: Resolution to settle a property damage claim for $29,903.42
• RS2025-1333: Subrecipient agreement for one-time rent and deposit payments for homeless persons
• RS2025-1328: Annual update to the 2023-2028 Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will consider resolutions for new pay plans for general, police, fire, and health employees, as well as budget items including a $158 million tax anticipation note and a $17.8 million equipment repair appropriation. The body will also vote on confirming appointments to the Human Relations and Historic Zoning Commissions.

• New pay plans for general, police, fire, and health employees
• Authorization for $158M interfund tax anticipation notes
• Appropriation of $17.8M for equipment and building repairs
• Confirmations for Human Relations and Historic Zoning Commission appointments
• Resolutions for beer permit exemptions at two restaurants

The Metropolitan Council adopted a series of resolutions, including authorizing up to $158,000,000 in interfund tax anticipation notes and setting certified tax rates for the General Services and Urban Services districts. It also approved a $17,810,300 appropriation for equipment and building repairs, granted exemptions for two restaurants from beer‑permit distance requirements, and accepted several state and private grants for public‑health, safety, and housing programs.

• Approved issuance of up to $158,000,000 interfund tax anticipation notes (RS2025-1220)
• Approved resolution establishing certified tax rates for General Services and Urban Services districts (RS2025-1218)
• Approved $17,810,300 appropriation from the General Fund Reserve for equipment and building repairs (RS2025-1300)
• Approved exemption for Emiliano’s Steakhouse (5356 Hickory Hollow Parkway) from beer‑permit distance requirements – Yes 33, No 0 (RS2025-1294)
• Approved exemption for Old Hickory Pizza and Pub (1051 Donelson Avenue) from beer‑permit distance requirements – Yes 35, No 0 (RS2025-1295)
• Approved acceptance of a Safe Baby Court grant from the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (RS2025-1298)
• Approved amendment to the Emergency Rental Assistance Eviction Prevention grant from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (RS2025-1302)

Urban Council

The Urban Council, composed of three at-large councilmembers, will consider Resolution RS2025-65 to levy a property tax and establish the tax rate for the Urban Services District for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. A proposed substitute has been introduced. This meeting follows the metropolitan council's budget adoption.

• RS2025-65: Resolution levying a property tax and establishing the tax rate for the Urban Services District for FY 2025-2026
• Proposed substitute to RS2025-65 filed by Councilmember Johnston

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will vote on eight resolutions and three bills, including grants for a Safe Baby Court program and emergency rental assistance eviction prevention, amendments to a lease at 1281 Murfreesboro Pike, and an organizational plan for the Public Health Department.

• RS2025-1298: Accept grant for Safe Baby Court program from Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
• RS2025-1302: Approve amendments for Emergency Rental Assistance Eviction Prevention Program via Tennessee Housing Development Agency grant
• RS2025-1314: Accept grant to fund Fatality Review Team staffing positions in the Office of Family Safety
• BL2025-848: Approve agreement with Ascension Saint Thomas EMT Training Program for EMS patient care experience
• RS2025-1301: Accept $13,104.10 donation from Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee for Human Relations Commission

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee is considering five resolutions regarding grants and contracts. These include funding for out-of-school programs and several in-kind grants for park improvements. The meeting also includes an update on the Metro Parks 2025 Plan to Play.

• RS2025-1309: Amendment to grant contracts with three nonprofits for Nashville After Zone Alliance programs
• RS2025-1310: In-kind grant from Friends of Warner Parks for park improvements
• RS2025-1311: In-kind grant from Friends of Shelby Park and Bottoms for bus rentals for community centers
• RS2025-1312: In-kind grant from Friends of Shelby Park and Bottoms for signage and plant management
• RS2025-1313: In-kind grant from Middle Tennessee Pony Club for a grass riding surface at Percy Warner Park

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will discuss and vote on several items, including exemptions from beer permit distance requirements for two restaurants, adoption of new pay plans for general employees, police and fire departments, and the Board of Health, and a $17,810,300 appropriation from the General Fund Reserve Fund for equipment and building repairs. The committee will also consider cooperative purchasing agreements for maintenance supplies, street sweepers, and tree maintenance equipment.

• RS2025-1294: Exempting Emiliano’s Steakhouse at 5356 Hickory Hollow Parkway from minimum distance requirements for a beer permit
• RS2025-1295: Exempting Old Hickory Pizza and Pub at 1051 Donelson Avenue from minimum distance requirements for a beer permit
• RS2025-1258, 1259, 1260: Adopting new pay plans for general employees, police/fire, and Board of Health effective July 1, 2025
• RS2025-1300: Appropriating $17,810,300 from the General Fund Reserve Fund for equipment and building repairs across departments
• RS2025-1305, 1306, 1307: Accepting cooperative purchasing agreements for maintenance supplies, street sweepers, and tree maintenance equipment for General Services

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will vote on four resolutions honoring the Stonewall Uprising, the 10th anniversary of the Obergefell v. Hodges decision, Juneteenth, and National HIV Testing Day. The committee will also interview and confirm appointments and reappointments for members of the Human Relations, Social Services, and Historic Zoning commissions. All items were referred to the committee by the Metropolitan Council on June 10, 2025.

• RS2025-1318 – resolution recognizing the legacy of the Stonewall Uprising (sponsored by Hill, Gadd, Benedict, Bradford).
• RS2025-1319 – resolution recognizing the 10th anniversary of Obergefell v. Hodges (sponsored by Benedict, Bradford, Hill, Gadd).
• RS2025-1320 – resolution recognizing June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth (multiple sponsors).
• RS2025-1321 – resolution recognizing June 27, 2025 as National HIV Testing Day (sponsored by Gadd, Bradford, Hill, Benedict).
• Appointments and reappointments for Human Relations Commission members (e.g., Dakota Galban, Sarah Martin, Carmen Reese Foster, Claudia Weber, Alecia Wynn).

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will consider multiple ordinances authorizing the acquisition of easements and the installation of water and sewer infrastructure across various Nashville neighborhoods. The agenda includes items for stormwater improvements and the abandonment of an existing sewer main.

• Resolution to accept water and sewer mains at Earhart Road
• Valley View Road Stormwater Improvement Project easements
• Connare Drive Stormwater Improvement Project easements
• Sanitary sewer extension at Rio Vista Drive
• Abandonment of sewer main at 301 6th Avenue North

Planning and Zoning Committee

The committee will vote on a resolution approving the third amendment to a lease with Nashville Metropolitan LLC for office space at 1281 Murfreesboro Pike. It will also consider nine bills on second reading that authorize accepting new water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure easements, including condemnation for the Valley View Road and Connare Drive stormwater improvement projects. Other bills involve accepting sewer mains and easements at locations such as Haywood Lane, Lucile Street, and Stokers Lane.

• RS2025-1304: Third Amendment to Lease at 1281 Murfreesboro Pike with Nashville Metropolitan LLC
• BL2025-850: Valley View Road Stormwater Improvement Project – acquisition of easements via condemnation
• BL2025-851: Connare Drive Stormwater Improvement Project – permanent easements via condemnation
• BL2025-852: Accept new sanitary sewer mains and easements for 278 and 280 Haywood Lane
• BL2025-856: Accept new water and sewer mains for Stokers Village Phase 2 at 3051 Stokers Lane

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is considering resolutions to adopt new pay plans for general employees, police/fire, and the Board of Health, effective July 1, 2025. Also on the agenda are acceptance of numerous grants, including $17,810,300 from the General Fund Reserve for equipment and building repairs, and a lease amendment at 1281 Murfreesboro Pike. Many items have been referred from the Metropolitan Council and some have prior committee approvals.

• RS2025-1258, 1259, 1260: New pay plans for general employees, police/fire, and Board of Health, effective July 1, 2025
• RS2025-1300: $17,810,300 appropriation from General Fund Reserve for equipment and building repairs
• RS2025-1296 & 1297: Grants to establish an Office of Financial Empowerment and support the Nashville Financial Empowerment Center
• RS2025-1298: Safe Baby Court grant from Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for juvenile court
• RS2025-1304: Third Amendment to lease at 1281 Murfreesboro Pike (Parcel No. 12000015500)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council holds a special meeting for third reading votes on several bills. The most consequential item is adopting the six-year Capital Improvements Budget for FY2025-2026 through 2030-2031. Other votes include a property sale, a park land donation, an alarm permit rule change, and sewer infrastructure agreements.

• BL2025-835: Adoption of Capital Improvements Budget for FY2025-2026 through 2030-2031 (no dollar amount stated in agenda)
• BL2025-839: Sale of 0.03-acre remnant property west of First Avenue North, east of Second Avenue North, north of Van Buren Street
• BL2025-840: Donation of 1.88-acre parcel and easements at 300 Connare Drive for park improvements (GS Rivergate Apartments LLC)
• BL2025-842: Agreement with Cumberland River Compact to fund consent decree initiatives with the U.S. Department of Justice and State of Tennessee
• BL2025-836: Amendment to alarm permit display requirement in Metropolitan Code Section 10.60.050

The Metropolitan Council adopted the multi‑year Capital Improvements Budget and passed several ordinances covering property transactions, park improvements, an honorary street name, a water agreement, and sewer infrastructure projects. All motions were approved unanimously with a 29‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved 2025‑2026 to 2030‑2031 Capital Improvements Budget (29‑0)
• Approved sale of ~0.03 acres near First Ave N, Second Ave N, Van Buren St (29‑0)
• Approved donation of 1.88‑acre parcel and easement for park improvements at 300 Connare Drive (29‑0)
• Approved honorary street name “Dr. J. Lucious Fitzgerald, Sr. Way” on Underwood Street (29‑0)
• Approved agreement with Cumberland River Compact for water initiatives (29‑0)
• Approved abandonment of easement rights at 730 Main Street (29‑0)
• Approved acceptance of new sanitary sewer mains and easements at Fly Road (Storyvale Phase 2B) (29‑0)
• Approved abandonment and replacement of sewer infrastructure at 1221 Grundy Street (29‑0)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances: the FY2026 operating budget, the FY2026-2031 Capital Improvements Budget, and the tax levy for the General Services District. The council will also consider multiple resolutions including reallocating $2,220,235 in ARP funds for eviction defense, adopting new employee pay plans, and expanding the Downtown Central Business Improvement District. Appointments to city boards and commissions are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on FY2026 Operating Budget (BL2025-833) and Capital Improvements Budget (BL2025-835)
• Public hearing on tax levy ordinance (BL2025-834) setting property tax rates for the coming year
• Resolution RS2025-1256 reallocating $2,220,235 in ARP funds for legal representation of low-income renters facing eviction
• New pay plans for general employees, police/fire, and health board employees effective July 1, 2025 (RS2025-1258, 1259, 1260)
• Resolution RS2025-1261 to initiate creation of an expanded Downtown Central Business Improvement District

The council approved the 2025‑26 through 2030‑31 Capital Improvements Budget and moved it to the Budget and Finance and Planning & Zoning committees. It also passed the FY 2026 Budget Ordinance and a tax‑levy ordinance for the General Services District, both referred to the Budget and Finance Committee. Additionally, several appointments were confirmed, a $114,198.86 animal‑care donation was accepted, and an EMT‑training agreement with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation was approved.

• Approved Capital Improvements Budget (BL2025-835) on second reading, re‑referred to Budget & Finance and Planning & Zoning committees (voice vote)
• Approved FY 2026 Budget Ordinance (BL2025-833) on second reading, re‑referred to Budget & Finance committee (voice vote)
• Approved General Services District tax‑levy ordinance (BL2025-834) on second reading, re‑referred to Budget & Finance committee (voice vote)
• Deferred reappointment of Father Edward Steiner to July 1, 2025 (voice vote)
• Confirmed Heather Powell to Health Board (unanimous vote)
• Confirmed Alice Hudson Pell to Parks & Recreation Board (unanimous vote)
• Accepted $114,198.86 donation to Metro Animal Care and Control Fund (approved)
• Approved EMT training agreement with Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (approved)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will discuss 10 resolutions, including a request for an investigation into the Davidson County Department of Emergency Communications, new pay plans for police and fire employees and health department staff, and acceptance of several grants and donations. The meeting also includes a follow-up from a special called session on May 7, 2025.

• RS2025-1209: Request for investigation into operations and culture of Davidson County Emergency Communications Department
• RS2025-1259: New pay plan for Metropolitan Police and Fire employees, effective July 1, 2025
• RS2025-1260: New pay plan for Metropolitan Board of Health employees, effective July 1, 2025
• RS2025-1270: Acceptance of $114,198.86 donation from Martha Jo Whitfield Spurgeon estate for Metro Animal Care and Control
• RS2025-1275: Amendment to Hot Spot Violent Crime Intervention Fund grant for police crime reduction strategies

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will review resolutions accepting grants for library services and an ordinance approving a donation of land for park improvements at 300 Connare Drive.

• Resolution to accept a Digital Skills, Education, and Workforce Development Grant
• Resolution to accept a grant from the Tennessee State Library and Archives
• Ordinance approving donation of 1.88 acre parcel and easement at 300 Connare Drive
• Presentation on Film & Entertainment Commission and Parks Fee Structure
• Public comment period available for residents

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will consider six resolutions honoring local heritage events, including the 100th anniversary of the Belcourt Theatre and Pride Month. The committee will also confirm reappointments and new appointments to several commissions and boards, such as the Historic Zoning Commission and the Health Board. Public comment time is allotted before these items are acted on.

• RS2025-1289 resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Belcourt Theatre
• RS2025-1292 resolution recognizing June 2025 as Pride Month
• Reappointment of Ben Mosely to the Historic Zoning Commission (term expires June 30, 2030)
• Appointment of Heather Powell to the Health Board (term expires May 30, 2030)
• Appointment of Ann Butterworth to the Transportation Licensing Commission (term expires Jan 31, 2026)

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will discuss resolutions adopting new pay plans for general government employees (excluding health, education, police/fire), police/fire departments, and the Board of Health, all effective July 1, 2025. Also on the agenda are a resolution to declare surplus property and one accepting a cooperative purchasing agreement for roadway paving equipment. Several bills on second reading include amendments to alarm permit display, creation of new positions (e.g., Zoning Inspector, Traffic Management Center roles), and property transactions (sale of remnant land near First and Second Avenues North, and a donation/park improvement agreement at 300 Connare Drive). Public comment is reserved for legislative items.

• RS2025-1258: New pay plan for general employees (excluding Board of Health, Board of Education, Police, Fire) effective July 1, 2025
• RS2025-1259: New pay plan for Police and Fire departments effective July 1, 2025
• RS2025-1260: New pay plan for Board of Health employees effective July 1, 2025
• BL2025-838: Ordinance creating 16 new positions including Zoning Inspection Chief, Short Term Rental Inspector 1, and Traffic Management Center Manager
• BL2025-840: Donation of 1.88-acre parcel and agreement with GS Rivergate Apartments LLC for park improvements at 300 Connare Drive

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will discuss a $300,000 donation from In-N-Out Burger for infrastructure improvements, along with multiple resolutions to accept or abandon water and sewer mains. An ordinance to donate a 1.88-acre parcel for park improvements at 300 Connare Drive and an honorary street naming for Dr. J. Lucious Fitzgerald Sr. are also on the agenda. The committee will receive a presentation on NDOT's Access Management Manual.

• RS2025-1279: Accept $300,000 donation from In-N-Out Burger for infrastructure improvements
• RS2025-1280: Modify sewer mains acceptance for In-N-Out Burger at 1000 Rivergate Parkway
• BL2025-840: Donation of 1.88-acre parcel and agreement with GS Rivergate Apartments LLC for park improvements at 300 Connare Drive
• BL2025-841: Honorary street name 'Dr. J. Lucious Fitzgerald, Sr. Way' for a portion of Underwood Street
• BL2025-842: Agreement with Cumberland River Compact to fund consent decree initiatives

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider an ordinance adopting the 2025‑2026 through 2030‑2031 Capital Improvements Budget for the Metropolitan Government. It will also review several resolutions authorizing pilot agreements, surplus parcel dispositions, and infrastructure projects such as sewer and water main installations. Additional items include the sale of a small parcel near First Avenue North and a donation for park improvements at 300 Connare Drive.

• BL2025-835 – ordinance adopting the 2025‑2026 through 2030‑2031 Capital Improvements Budget
• RS2025-1227 – PILOT agreement for the Autumn Lake multifamily project at 2920 Hamilton Church Road
• RS2025-1263 – resolution declaring surplus and approving disposition of certain parcels of real property
• RS2025-1280 – amendment to authorize sanitary sewer modifications at 1000 Rivergate Parkway (In‑N‑Out Burger)
• BL2025-839 – ordinance approving sale of approximately 0.03 acres west of First Avenue North

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Ordinance, the General Services District tax levy, and the Capital Improvements Budget. The body is also considering new pay plans for government employees, including police and fire departments.

• BL2025-833: The Budget Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2026
• BL2025-834: Tax levy for the General Services District for fiscal year 2025-2026
• RS2025-1256: Reallocation of $2,220,235 in ARPA funds for renter legal representation
• RS2025-1270: Appropriation of a $114,198.86 donation to Metro Animal Care and Control
• RS2025-1227: PILOT Agreement for Autumn Lake multi-family housing at 2920 Hamilton Church Road

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will consider several appointments and confirmations to boards and commissions, and vote on resolutions including authorizing up to $158 million in interfund tax anticipation notes and establishing the certified tax rate for the General Services District. Other resolutions address adjustments to the Mixed-Income PILOT program and revisions to the Stormwater Management Manual.

• RS2025-1220: Authorizing up to $158,000,000 in interfund tax anticipation notes
• RS2025-1218: Establishing the certified tax rate for General Services District and Urban Services District
• RS2025-960: Adjustment to the Mixed-Income PILOT program for affordable housing
• RS2025-1167: Requesting revisions to the Stormwater Management Manual for drainage and infill credits
• Elections and confirmations to fill vacancies on Cheatham County Rail Authority, Human Relations Commission, and other boards

The Metropolitan Council approved several grant resolutions, including one for the Emergency Rental Assistance Eviction Prevention Program. Council members elected nominees to four vacant authority and commission seats by voice vote. The council deferred a proposed amendment to Rule 9.3 and also deferred the reappointment of Father Edward Steiner. An intergovernmental license agreement for parking spaces at 5244 Hickory Hollow Parkway was also approved.

• Elected Joy Styles to Cheatham County Rail Authority (voice vote)
• Elected Jermaine Cole to Human Relations Commission (voice vote)
• Elected Erin Evans to Nashville & Eastern Rail Authority (voice vote)
• Elected Roger Ligon Jr. to Procurement Standards Board (voice vote)
• Deferred amendment to Rule 9.3 to July 1, 2025 (voice vote)
• Deferred reappointment of Father Edward Steiner to Work Release Commission (voice vote)
• Approved grant for Emergency Rental Assistance Eviction Prevention Program (RS2025-1224)
• Approved intergovernmental license agreement for parking spaces at 5244 Hickory Hollow Parkway (RS2025-1229)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider several resolutions that accept state grants for programs such as emergency rental assistance, mental health courts, breast and cervical screening, and services for families affected by domestic violence. It will also review an ordinance creating a temporary Special Event Zone in downtown Nashville for the July 4 celebrations and a solar services agreement for the Southeast Police Precinct. All items are listed on the May 20, 2025 agenda.

• Resolution RS2025-1224: approve grant from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency for the Emergency Rental Assistance Eviction Prevention Program
• Resolution RS2025-1221: accept grant from the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for the Tennessee Certified Recovery Court Program
• Ordinance BL2025-821: designate downtown Nashville public property as a temporary “Special Event Zone” from July 2‑5, 2025, 9 p.m.‑11:59 p.m.
• Ordinance BL2025-823: approve a Solar Services Agreement with Cherry Street Asset Management Holdings, LLC for photovoltaic facilities at the Southeast Police Precinct
• Resolution RS2025-1242: approve amendment to a contract between the Metropolitan Government (Police Department) and the Mental Health Cooperative Clinical Personnel

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will review several resolutions to accept grants for park facilities and staffing. The body is also discussing ordinances regarding the Nashville Music, Entertainment, and Film Commission and a temporary Special Event Zone for July 4th celebrations.

• Grant from 2500 W. Heiman LP for public restrooms at Fisk Park
• In-kind grants for a disc golf course at Brookmeade Park and soccer goals at Sevier Park
• Ordinance to designate a downtown 'Special Event Zone' from July 2 to July 5, 2025
• Agreement between Nashville Public Library and Lipscomb University for doctoral research
• Grants for Metro Nashville Community Centers and the Parthenon Museum Store

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will review proposals to establish a new waste services department and approve a solar services agreement. The body will also discuss a broadband grant and a parking license agreement.

• BL2025-819: Ordinance to create the Metropolitan Government Department of Waste Services
• BL2025-823: Solar Services Agreement with Cherry Street Asset Management Holdings, LLC for the Southeast Police Precinct
• RS2025-1229: License agreement for parking spaces at 5244 Hickory Hollow Parkway
• RS2025-1228: Revised grant from the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development for the Broadband Connected Community Facilities program

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will consider appointments to the Health Board, Greenways and Open Space Commission, and other boards, as well as hold elections to fill vacancies on the Cheatham County Rail Authority, Human Relations Commission, and other entities.

• Appointment of Heather Powell to Health Board
• Appointment of Cedric Duncan to Greenways and Open Space Commission
• Appointment of Jeff Haynes to Metropolitan Transit Authority
• Election to fill Cheatham County Rail Authority vacancy
• Election to fill Procurement Standards Board vacancy

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will consider an ordinance to create a Metropolitan Government Department of Waste Services and another to repeal the stormwater capacity fee. They will also vote on resolutions authorizing property purchases and easements for water and sewer projects, including acquisitions of flood-prone properties on Tucker Road and Hummingbird Drive, and infrastructure improvements on Kennedy Avenue and Nolensville Pike. Additionally, a resolution to update the Stormwater Management Manual by adding an infill tree credit is on the agenda.

• Ordinance to create the Department of Waste Services (BL2025-819)
• Ordinance repealing the stormwater capacity fee (BL2025-824)
• Resolution to revise Stormwater Management Manual with infill tree credit for multifamily structures (RS2025-1167)
• Authorizing purchase of two flood-prone properties at 3900 Tucker Rd and 3001 Hummingbird Dr for Metro Water (RS2025-1248)
• Acquiring easements for Kennedy Avenue Stormwater Improvement Project affecting 24 properties (BL2025-825)

Planning and Zoning Committee

The committee is discussing several resolutions for affordable housing grants and water service improvements. The agenda includes ordinances for stormwater easements and zoning amendments for properties on McIver Street and 2nd Avenue North.

• Zoning change from RS7.5 to R6-A for 412 McIver Street (BL2025-741)
• Specific Plan amendment for 1324 2nd Avenue North regarding square footage and height (BL2025-751)
• Easements for the Kennedy Avenue Stormwater Improvement Project affecting 24 properties (BL2025-825)
• Grant contract amendments for affordable housing with Habitat for Humanity and Urban League of Middle Tennessee
• Property purchase options for Metro Water Services at 4665 Whites Creek Pike, 3900 Tucker Road, and 3001 Hummingbird Drive

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider a resolution authorizing up to $158 million in interfund tax anticipation notes for Metro Nashville. Other items include establishing the certified tax rate, approving an economic impact plan for Rivergate Mall, adjusting the Mixed-Income PILOT program, and accepting numerous state and private grants for court programs, health services, parks, and affordable housing.

• RS2025-1220: Authorizing up to $158,000,000 in interfund tax anticipation notes
• RS2025-1218: Establishing the certified tax rate for General Services District and Urban Services District
• RS2025-1223: Approving an economic impact plan for the Rivergate Mall Economic Development Project
• RS2025-960: Adjustment to the Mixed-Income PILOT Program
• RS2025-1224: Emergency Rental Assistance Eviction Prevention Program grant from Tennessee Housing Development Agency

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council meeting on May 6, 2025, includes public hearings on several items: a historic landmark overlay for 4301 Harding Pike with accompanying building material restrictions, zoning changes at 800 Gwynn Drive, 412 McIver Street, 1324 2nd Avenue North, and 5788 Cane Ridge Road, and resolutions authorizing surveillance technology for NDOT salt trucks and Water Services. The agenda also includes appointments to boards and commissions, a rules amendment, and a public comment period.

• Historic Landmark Overlay for 4301 Harding Pike (BL2025-703) with building material restrictions (BL2025-704)
• Short-term rental distance exemption for 2301 Elliston Place (RS2025-1172)
• Rezoning from RS7.5 to R8-A at 800 Gwynn Drive (BL2025-727)
• Rezoning from AR2a to SP for 120 single-family lots at 5788 Cane Ridge Road (BL2025-752)
• Resolutions authorizing surveillance technology for NDOT and Water Services via agreements with Samsara, Rubicon Global, Verizon Connect, and Zonar Systems (RS2025-1173 through RS2025-1176)

The council approved a resolution exempting 2301 Elliston Place from short‑term rental distance rules. It also adopted four resolutions allowing the Department of Transportation and the Department of Water and Sewerage Services to use various surveillance technologies, each passing with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes. Several appointments and rule changes were deferred, including a reappointment for Father Edward Steiner and a Rule 9.3 amendment. Three historic‑preservation overlay bills were sent to future public hearings.

• Exempt 2301 Elliston Place from distance requirements approved (Yes 29, No 0, Abstain 3)
• Authorize NDOT surveillance technology (Samsara) approved (Yes 33, No 0, Abstain 0)
• Authorize Water Dept surveillance technology (Rubicon Global) approved (Yes 32, No 0, Abstain 1)
• Authorize Water Dept surveillance technology (Verizon Connect) approved (Yes 32, No 0, Abstain 0)
• Authorize Water Dept surveillance technology (Zonar Systems) approved (Yes 33, No 0, Abstain 0)
• Father Edward Steiner reappointment deferred (voice vote)
• Rule 9.3 amendment deferred per Rule 53.2 (voice vote)
• Historic Landmark Overlay bills BL2025-703, BL2025-704, BL2025-727 deferred to future public hearings (voice vote)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will vote on 10 resolutions, including a request to investigate the Davidson County Department of Emergency Communications. Members will also consider several grant agreements and amendments for child services, immunization audits, animal shelter programs, homeless shelter funding, domestic violence response, and police overtime reimbursements. A presentation from Thistle Farms is also scheduled.

• RS2025-1209: Requests investigation into operations and leadership of Davidson County Department of Emergency Communications
• RS2025-1185: Appropriates $400,000 to Safe Haven Family Shelter for emergency hotel rooms for families
• RS2025-1178: Approves amendments to Child and Family Intervention Services grant for probation services
• RS2025-1196: Approves STOP, Fatality Review grant for coordinated response to sexual and domestic violence
• RS2025-1197: Approves OCDETF agreement for police overtime reimbursement

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on two resolutions: one approving an intergovernmental agreement to lease studio space at Nashville State Community College for the Nashville Public Library, and another accepting a cooperative purchasing master agreement for sports surfacing solutions for the Department of Parks and Recreation. Public comment is also scheduled.

• RS2025-1186: Intergovernmental agreement for lease of studio space at Nashville State Community College with Nashville Public Library
• RS2025-1194: Cooperative purchasing master agreement for sports surfacing solutions for Parks and Recreation

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will review several resolutions, two ordinances, multiple board and commission appointments, and a proposed amendment to Rule 9.3 of the council's Rules of Procedure. Items include a resolution approving notary elections, a resolution opposing algorithmic rental price fixing, and an ordinance modifying board structures. The committee will also interview nominees for various boards and commissions.

• RS2025-1177 – resolution approving election of certain Notaries Public for Davidson County
• RS2025-1210 – resolution opposing algorithmic rental price fixing in Nashville and Davidson County
• BL2025-811 – ordinance modifying the structure of various boards and commissions to enhance operations
• Rule 9.3 Amendment – proposed amendment to the council's Rules of Procedure
• Appointment of Daniel B. Dwyer to the Emergency Communication District (E‑911) Board

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will hold public comment and consider nine resolutions. Items include exempting 2301 Elliston Place from short‑term rental distance rules, approving two intergovernmental license agreements for limited military training at 1414 County Hospital Road, and adopting several cooperative purchasing agreements for the Department of General Services. The committee also will vote on a resolution asking the Mayor’s Office to investigate the operations and leadership culture of the Davidson County Department of Emergency Communications.

• RS2025-1172: Exempt 2301 Elliston Place from minimum distance requirements for short‑term rental permits.
• RS2025-1187 & RS2025-1188: Approve intergovernmental license agreements for limited military training on property at 1414 County Hospital Road.
• RS2025-1190: Accept cooperative purchasing master agreement for class 4‑8 electric chassis and charging infrastructure for the Department of General Services.
• RS2025-1193: Accept cooperative purchasing master agreement for passenger buses and related equipment for the Department of General Services.
• RS2025-1209: Request the Mayor’s Office to investigate the Davidson County Department of Emergency Communications and report findings.

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will discuss multiple resolutions authorizing the purchase and use of surveillance technology for NDOT salt trucks and public right-of-way, as well as for Department of Water and Sewerage Services. Other items include a request to update the stormwater manual for infill tree credits, an agreement for separated bike lanes in East Nashville, and several street renaming ordinances. The committee will also vote on amendments to taxicab regulations.

• RS2025-1173: NDOT to purchase real-time surveillance tech for salt trucks and public right-of-way via Samsara, Inc.
• RS2025-1174-1176: Water services to utilize surveillance tech from Rubicon Global, Verizon Connect, and Zonar Systems
• RS2025-1199: Amendment for installation of separated bike lanes in East Nashville (Fed. Project STP-M-9312(122))
• BL2025-783: Renaming unimproved portion of Toney Road to 'Lillard Lane'
• BL2025-812: Ordinance to update requirements for taxicabs

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a proposed Neighborhood Conservation Zoning Overlay District for 211 acres west of Neelys Bend Road that would impose building material restrictions. Also on the agenda are adjustments to the Mixed-Income PILOT Program, an intergovernmental agreement with the East Bank Development Authority, and authorization for sewer and water infrastructure projects at multiple locations.

• Neighborhood Conservation Zoning Overlay District on 211 acres west of Neelys Bend Road and north of Longfellow Drive (BL2025-739, BL2025-740)
• Intergovernmental agreement with East Bank Development Authority (RS2025-1142)
• Adjustment to Mixed-Income PILOT Program (RS2025-960)
• Intergovernmental license agreement for military training at 1414 County Hospital Road (RS2025-1187, RS2025-1188)
• Amendment 1 for separated bike lanes installation in East Nashville (RS2025-1199)

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will receive a presentation on the FY26 Operating Budget from Finance Director Jenneen Reed. The committee is also considering multiple resolutions regarding surveillance technology, grant amendments, and procurement agreements.

• Appropriation of $400,000 to Safe Haven Family Shelter for emergency hotel rooms (RS2025-1185)
• Settlement of a personal injury claim for Kenneth Strickland in the amount of $24,000 (RS2025-1195)
• Authorization for NDOT to use Samsara, Inc. surveillance technology for salt trucks (RS2025-1173)
• Intergovernmental agreement between Metro Government and East Bank Development Authority (RS2025-1142)
• Adjustment to the Mixed-Income PILOT Program (RS2025-960)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is meeting for the State of Metro Address. The agenda consists of ceremonial presentations and the address; no legislative decisions or votes are listed.

• State of Metro Address
• Performance by Antioch High School Wind Ensemble
• Presentation by 2025 Nashville Youth Poet Laureate

The Metropolitan Council met on May 1, 2025 at the Nashville Public Library. The agenda consisted of the State of Metro address, presentations, a color guard, and a pledge of allegiance. No votes, approvals, or policy actions were recorded. The meeting was purely ceremonial and procedural.

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will consider multiple bond issuances, including up to $700 million in water and sewer revenue bonds and $61 million in general obligation refunding bonds, along with a revised fund balance reserve policy. Also on the agenda are two beer permit exemptions for Woodland Street and South 16th Street, appointments to various boards, and a PILOT agreement for a multi-family housing project on Dickerson Pike.

• Up to $700M in water and sewer revenue refunding and improvement bonds (RS2025-1140)
• $61M in general obligation refunding bonds with ad valorem tax levy (RS2025-1141)
• Beer permit exemption for Mama Bread at 1600 Woodland Street (RS2025-1133)
• Beer permit exemption for Groceries, Etc. at 95 South 16th Street (RS2025-1134)
• PILOT agreement for Artist Lofts multi-family project at 3539 Dickerson Pike (RS2025-1146)

The Metropolitan Council adopted a resolution authorizing water and sewer revenue refunding and improvement bonds not to exceed $700 million (Budget & Finance Committee). It also approved a $61 million general‑obligation bond, and exempted two local businesses from beer‑permit distance requirements with a 38‑yes vote. Several other grants and contracts, including a bridge‑replacement agreement with CSX and a new library parcel purchase, were also approved.

• Approved water and sewer revenue refunding bonds up to $700 M (RS2025-1140, Budget & Finance Committee)
• Approved $61 M federally taxable general‑obligation bonds (RS2025-1141, Budget & Finance Committee)
• Exempted Mama Bread (1600 Woodland St) from beer‑permit distance rules (RS2025-1133, 38‑yes, 0‑no)
• Exempted Groceries, Etc. (95 South 16th St) from beer‑permit distance rules (RS2025-1134, 38‑yes, 0‑no)
• Approved preliminary engineering agreement with CSX for bridge replacement at West Due West Ave (RS2025-1123, multiple committees)
• Approved purchase of half‑acre at 1045 28th Ave N for new public library (RS2025-1149, Planning, Arts‑Parks‑Libraries, Budget & Finance, Planning & Zoning)
• Approved $175,000 settlement of Deveda Lenoir claim (RS2025-1151, Budget & Finance Committee)
• Approved $110,000 grant to Nashville Anti‑Human Trafficking Coalition (RS2025-1148, Budget & Finance, Public Health & Safety)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will discuss an ordinance creating a temporary special event zone for CMA Fest (June 4-9, 2025) downtown. The committee also reviews several resolutions accepting grants for anti-human trafficking, financial empowerment, emergency management, and gun violence prevention, as well as a contract amendment with the Mental Health Cooperative. A presentation from the Box 55 Association President is scheduled.

• BL2025-782: temporary special event zone for CMA Fest, June 4-9, 2025 downtown
• RS2025-1148: $110,000 grant to Nashville Anti-Human Trafficking Coalition
• RS2025-1154: Project Safe Neighborhoods grant for gun violence investigation overtime
• RS2025-1153: contract amendment with Mental Health Cooperative for police clinical personnel
• RS2025-1144: Summer Jobs Connect grant for financial empowerment via Metro Action Commission

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will review resolutions regarding library expansion and grant funding. The body will also discuss a license agreement for public art and a temporary special event zone for CMA Fest.

• RS2025-1149: Purchase of a half-acre parcel at 1045 28th Avenue North for a new public library
• RS2025-1150: Grant application to Carnegie Corporation of New York for ESL classes at up to six library branches
• RS2025-1158: Renewed license agreement with State of Tennessee DOT to maintain public art in state right of way
• BL2025-782: Designation of downtown Nashville as a 'Special Event Zone' from June 4 to June 9, 2025, for CMA Fest

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will review two resolutions regarding beer permit requirements. Both items seek to exempt specific businesses from minimum distance requirements set by the Metropolitan Code.

• RS2025-1133: Beer permit distance exemption for Mama Bread at 1600 Woodland Street
• RS2025-1134: Beer permit distance exemption for Groceries, Etc. at 95 South 16th Street

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will review an ordinance regarding the Stormwater Management Commission. The body will also consider board appointments and several ceremonial resolutions.

• BL2025-771: Ordinance to amend membership and credential requirements of the Stormwater Management Commission
• Appointment of Bryan Pettus to the Emergency Communication District (E-911) Board
• Appointment of Amy Hardin to the Fire and Building Code Appeals Board
• Reappointment of Ron Parham and Father Edward Steiner to the Work Release Board
• Resolutions recognizing Hillsboro High School basketball, International Dark Sky Week, and Earth Day

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will decide on several resolutions including agreements for bridge replacements over CSX rail at West Due West Avenue and First Street, a contract with Remix Technologies for transportation planning software, and an intergovernmental agreement with TDOT to resurface 4.43 miles of Bell Road. Other items include stormwater manual revisions, a sewer pipeline agreement with R.J. Corman Railroad, and ordinances on second reading to amend Stormwater Management Commission membership and rename streets.

• RS2025-1123 – Preliminary engineering agreement with CSX for bridge replacement over rail at West Due West Avenue
• RS2025-1155 – Contract with Remix Technologies for transportation planning software for NDOT
• RS2025-1157 – Intergovernmental agreement with TDOT to repair and resurface 4.43 miles of Bell Road
• RS2025-1167 – Request to revise Stormwater Management Manual for infill tree credit and multi-family infill
• BL2025-771 – Ordinance on second reading to amend membership and credential requirements of Stormwater Management Commission

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider 19 items, including resolutions for infrastructure agreements (bridge, rail, road) and bills for sewer acceptances and road renaming. Key decisions include a PILOT agreement for the Artist Lofts multifamily project at 3539 Dickerson Pike, a land purchase for a new library at 1045 28th Avenue North, and a grant of surplus property to The Housing Fund for a community land trust. One proposed zoning ordinance on third reading was not fully included in the agenda.

• RS2025-1146: PILOT agreement for Artist Lofts affordable housing at 3539 Dickerson Pike
• RS2025-1149: Purchase of half-acre at 1045 28th Ave N for new public library
• RS2025-1147: Grant of surplus real property to The Housing Fund for Nashville Community Land Trust
• RS2025-1157: Intergovernmental agreement with TDOT to resurface 4.43 miles of Bell Road
• BL2025-783: Renaming unimproved portion of Toney Road to 'Lillard Lane'

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will hear a presentation on Fund Balance Reserve Policies and then consider 23 resolutions. Items include bond authorizations, grants, property agreements, and a settlement. The committee will vote on these items to recommend to the full Metro Council.

• Authorizing up to $700,000,000 in water and sewer revenue refunding bonds (RS2025-1140)
• Authorizing $61,000,000 in general obligation refunding bonds (RS2025-1141)
• PILOT agreement for multi-family housing at 3539 Dickerson Pike (Artist Lofts) (RS2025-1146)
• Grant of surplus real property to The Housing Fund for Nashville Community Land Trust (RS2025-1147)
• $110,000 grant from Community Safety Fund to Nashville Anti-Human Trafficking Coalition (RS2025-1148)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will review several board appointments and reappointments, a resolution exempting Supernormal from beer‑permit distance rules, and multiple zoning ordinance proposals. Items include appointments to the Emergency Communication District Board and the Work Release Board, and zoning changes for properties on Old Hickory Boulevard, McGavock Pike, and other sites. A public comment period will also be offered.

• Appointment of Bryan Pettus to the Emergency Communication District (E‑911) Board, term expires Feb 14 2029
• Reappointment of Ron Parham to the Work Release Board, term expires Mar 16 2029
• Resolution RS2025-1104 exempting Supernormal at 105 45th Avenue North from minimum distance requirements for a beer permit
• Ordinance BL2024-623 to change zoning of 2221 Old Hickory Boulevard from R40 to RS20 (7.93 acres)
• Ordinance BL2025-720 to change zoning of 1265 McGavock Pike from RS7.5 to SP, permitting six multifamily units (0.45 acres)

The council adopted a resolution exempting Supernormal at 105 45th Avenue North from the minimum distance requirement for a beer permit, passing it 34‑0. Several zoning ordinance bills were either passed, withdrawn, or deferred, with most moving to the Planning and Zoning Committee. One appointment to the Civil Service Commission was confirmed unanimously.

• Approved exemption for Supernormal beer permit (34‑0)
• Bill to change 2221 Old Hickory Blvd zoning withdrawn by Council Member Ewing
• Passed zoning change for 1709 River Drive (voice vote), referred to Planning & Zoning Committee
• Passed zoning change for 1265 McGavock Pike (voice vote, abstentions: Hancock, Eslick, Webb, Druffel, Benton, Ellis, Styles), referred to Planning & Zoning Committee
• Passed building‑material restrictions for 1265 McGavock Pike (voice vote, same abstentions), referred to Planning & Zoning Committee
• Deferred zoning bill for 800 Gwynn Drive to May 6 2025 public hearing (voice vote)
• Passed zoning change for Rio Vista Drive properties (voice vote), referred to Planning & Zoning Committee
• Confirmed appointment of Jason Evans to Civil Service Commission (unanimous)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider several resolutions, including a $10 million appropriation for the Hospital Authority, a $355,000 grant for South Nashville community safety programs, and various contracts and agreements related to public safety. The meeting also includes public comment time and updates on the Davidson County ONEbox installation.

• RS2025-1109 – $10,000,000 appropriation to the Hospital Authority
• RS2025-1111 – $355,000 grant from the Community Safety Fund for South Nashville nonprofits
• RS2025-1112 – Amendment to a sole‑source contract with The Village at Glencliff (value increase and term extension)
• RS2025-1117 – Memorandum of Understanding with ATF to develop a gun‑intelligence strategy
• RS2025-1129 – Request for Mayor to compel procurement of license plate readers for the police department

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The committee will vote on two resolutions accepting grants: one for archival processing at the Nashville Public Library and one to renovate the kitchen at Elizabeth Senior Center. Two bills on second reading are a lease agreement with the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum and an occupational therapy student agreement with Belmont University. An informational presentation on the Nashville Downtown Arboretum will also be given.

• Resolution RS2025-1121: Accept a Special Collections grant from Nashville Public Library Foundation for archival processing
• Resolution RS2025-1122: Accept an AARP Community Challenge grant to renovate the kitchen at Elizabeth Senior Center
• Bill BL2025-772: Approve a lease agreement with the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum
• Bill BL2025-773: Approve an experiential learning agreement with Belmont University for occupational therapy students
• Informational presentation on the Nashville Downtown Arboretum

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will consider several resolutions, including one supporting the federal tax exemption of municipal bonds (RS2025-1130) and another setting the date for the 2025 State of the Metro Address (RS2025-1105). The committee will also take up a bill on second reading approving an experiential learning agreement between the Parks Department and Belmont University (BL2025-773). Additionally, multiple board and commission appointments and confirmations are scheduled for interviews or votes.

• RS2025-1130: Resolution supporting federal tax exemption of municipal bonds
• RS2025-1105: Resolution setting location, date, and time for 2025 State of the Metro Address
• BL2025-773: Ordinance approving Parks Department agreement with Belmont University for occupational therapy student experiential learning
• Appointments to Emergency Communication District (E-911) Board, Fire and Building Code Appeals Board, Procurement Standards Board, Work Release Board
• Confirmations for Civil Service Commission, Planning Commission, Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board (2), Solid Waste Region Board, Traffic and Parking Commission (2)

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee is considering a resolution to exempt Supernormal, located at 105 45th Avenue North, from minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit. The resolution was referred to the committee by the Metropolitan Council on March 25, 2025. Public comment is allowed on this legislative item before the committee's decision.

• RS2025-1104: Exempting Supernormal (105 45th Avenue North) from minimum distance requirements for a beer permit under Section 7.08.090.E of the Metropolitan Code; Sponsor: Gadd

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is reviewing several resolutions and ordinances related to city infrastructure. The body will discuss agreements for bridge work, property acquisitions for water services, and the procurement of police technology.

• Preliminary engineering agreement with CSX Transportation for bridge replacement at West Due West Avenue
• Purchase of flood-prone property at 3050 Boulder Park Drive for Metro Water Services
• Request for Mayor Freddie O’Connell to complete procurement of license plate readers for MNPD
• Aerial encroachment authorization for Nashville Gulch Lifestyle Hotel Owner, LLC at 118 12th Avenue South
• Ordinance to amend membership and credential requirements for the Stormwater Management Commission

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will discuss several resolutions regarding property acquisitions and construction encroachments. The body is also reviewing ordinances to accept or abandon public water and sewer mains and easements at various locations.

• RS2025-1108: Market-Building grant application from ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability U.S.A., Inc.
• RS2025-1123: Preliminary engineering agreement with CSX Transportation, Inc. for bridge replacement at West Due West Avenue
• RS2025-1124: Aerial encroachment authorization for Nashville Gulch Lifestyle Hotel Owner, LLC at 118 12th Avenue South
• RS2025-1126: Purchase of flood-prone property at 3050 Boulder Park Drive for Metro Water Services
• BL2025-774: Abandonment of easement rights for seven properties along Convent Place

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider a series of resolutions, including a $10,000,000 appropriation for the Hospital Authority and several settlements and grant authorizations. Items also cover a reappraisal plan for property assessments, a contract with Middle Tennessee State University for social work field experience, and a bridge‑replacement engineering agreement with CSX. The committee will vote on each resolution as listed on the agenda.

• RS2025-1109 – Appropriation of $10,000,000 to the Hospital Authority
• RS2025-1110 – Settlement of $890,813.26 with Joseph Webb, D.Sc. FACHE
• RS2025-1111 – $355,000 grant from the Community Safety Fund for South Nashville programs
• RS2025-1123 – Preliminary engineering agreement with CSX Transportation for bridge replacement at West Due West Avenue
• RS2025-1126 – Option agreement to purchase flood‑prone property at 3050 Boulder Park Drive for Metro Water Services

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will vote on several appointments and reappointments, and on a series of resolutions. Key resolutions include a $59,300,000 appropriation for the "Choose How You Move" transportation improvement program, a $22,439,000 appropriation for equipment and building repairs, a $7,000 settlement of a personal injury claim, and a preliminary engineering agreement with CSX Transportation for an Eastland Avenue bridge replacement. The council will also consider amendments to an ordinance governing the Metropolitan Historical Commission and the Metropolitan Historic Zoning Commission.

• RS2025-1074: Appropriation of $59,300,000 for the Choose How You Move Transportation Improvement Program
• RS2025-1076: Appropriation of $22,439,000 from the General Fund Reserve for equipment and building repairs
• RS2025-1075: Authorization to settle a $7,000 personal injury claim against the Metro Government
• RS2025-1067: Preliminary engineering agreement with CSX Transportation for replacement of an Eastland Avenue bridge
• BL2025-742: Ordinance amendments to Title 2 and Section 16.28.195 affecting the Metropolitan Historical Commission and Historic Zoning Commission

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will discuss and possibly recommend action on several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include a resolution to create a youth policy advisory working group, an ordinance amending the Nashville Music, Entertainment, and Film Commission code, and two ordinances accepting grants for parks and library services.

• Ordinance BL2025-688 to amend Chapter 2.147 regarding the Nashville Music, Entertainment, and Film Commission
• Resolution RS2025-1100 requesting Mayor create an advisory working group for a Youth Policy and Strategic Plan
• Resolution RS2025-1087 accepting an in-kind grant from Hillsboro-West End Neighborhood Association for tree tags and a sign at Fannie Mae Dees Park
• Resolution RS2025-1088 accepting a grant from Centennial Park Conservancy for Parthenon staff educational expenses
• Ordinance BL2025-706 approving two greenway conservation easements at 0 Gwynwood Drive

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee is reviewing seven resolutions accepting grants and approving a sole-source contract. Resolutions include funding for long-acting reversible contraception, oral disease prevention for school children, HIV/AIDS prevention, shelter animal care, substance abuse interventions, and a homeland security grant. The committee will also hear a presentation from the City of Austin's Office of Homeless Services.

• Grant from A Step Ahead Foundation for long-acting reversible contraception reimbursement
• Grant from Tennessee Department of Health for oral disease prevention services for K-8 students in qualifying public schools
• Grant from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for HIV/AIDS prevention, surveillance, and Minority AIDS Initiative
• Grant from Marjorie A. Neuhoff Private Foundation for care of shelter animals at Metro Animal Care and Control
• Sole source contract with ZOLL Medical Corporation for cardiac monitors, AEDs, accessories, and software

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will interview and consider reappointments for several city boards and commissions, including the Civil Service Commission and Traffic and Parking Commission. The committee will also discuss a proposed rule change for the Metropolitan Council's procedures and an ordinance to amend the Nashville Music, Entertainment, and Film Commission code.

• Reappoint Jason Evans to the Civil Service Commission
• Interview candidates for the Advisory Committee on Transportation
• Consider ordinance to amend the Music, Entertainment, and Film Commission code
• Proposed rule change for Council Rule 9.3
• Interview appointments for the Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee is considering two resolutions. The first appropriates $59.3 million to multiple departments for the "Choose How You Move" Transportation Improvement Program. The second resolution accepts a cooperative purchasing master agreement for mobile solar powered charging systems. Both items have been referred from the Metropolitan Council.

• RS2025-1074: $59,300,000 appropriation for Metropolitan Transit Authority, Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure, Department of Information Technology Services, and Mayor’s Office for transportation improvements
• RS2025-1081: Accepting a cooperative purchasing master agreement for mobile solar powered charging systems for Department of General Services

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will review resolutions for the 'Choose How You Move' transportation program and a preliminary engineering agreement for a bridge replacement on Eastland Avenue. The agenda also includes several resolutions for grant contracts, personal injury settlements, and a cooperative purchasing agreement for the Nashville Public Library.

• RS2025-1074: Appropriates $59,300,000 for 'Choose How You Move' program
• RS2025-1067: Approves preliminary engineering agreement for Eastland Avenue bridge replacement
• RS2025-1075: Appropriates $22,439,000 from General Fund Reserve for equipment and repairs
• RS2025-1089: Approves sole source contract with ZOLL Medical for cardiac monitors and AEDs
• RS2025-1090: Authorizes settlement of personal injury claim for $17,092.24

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will vote on final approval of zoning changes for 350 multi-family units at 361 Herron Drive and 85 units at 866 Youngs Lane, and consider resolutions including amendments to affordable housing contracts, a CSX bridge replacement on Eastland Avenue, and a feasibility study for a revolving loan fund for affordable housing.

• BL2025-712/713: Rezone 4.09 acres at 361 Herron Drive to permit 350 multi-family units, with building material restrictions
• BL2025-714/715: Rezone 7.96 acres at 866 Youngs Lane to permit 85 multi-family units, with building material restrictions
• RS2025-1077/1078/1079: Third, second, and third amendments to affordable housing grant contracts with Inspiritus, Habitat for Humanity, and Rebuilding Together Nashville
• RS2025-1067: Preliminary engineering agreement with CSX to replace a bridge on Eastland Avenue
• RS2025-1101: Request to study creation of a revolving loan fund for smaller affordable housing investments

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will consider a $59.3 million appropriation for the Choose How You Move Transportation Improvement Program, a CSX bridge replacement on Eastland Avenue, and sidewalk improvements at Alabama Avenue. Other agenda items include grant agreements for LiDAR/video technology, sewer and water infrastructure projects, and greenway conservation easements.

• $59,300,000 appropriation for Choose How You Move program (RS2025-1074)
• Preliminary engineering agreement for Eastland Avenue bridge replacement with CSX (RS2025-1067)
• Sidewalk improvements adjacent to CSX rail at Alabama Avenue (RS2025-1092)
• Amendment to SMART grant for LiDAR and video camera data collection (RS2025-1093)
• Greenway conservation easements at 0 Gwynwood Drive (BL2025-706)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold public hearings on several multi-family zoning changes, including 350 units at 361 Herron Drive and 159 units at 866 Youngs Lane. They will also take final votes on ordinances regarding a community safety camera network, greenway easements, tree regulations, and beer permit enforcement. Additionally, the council will consider multiple board appointments and a rule change.

• BL2025-712: Rezone 361 Herron Drive (4.09 acres) from IWD to SP for 350 multi-family units, with building material restrictions (BL2025-713)
• BL2025-714: Rezone 866 Youngs Lane (7.96 acres) from R8 to SP for 159 multi-family units, with building material restrictions (BL2025-715)
• BL2025-690: Amend code for community safety camera network (multiple proposed amendments)
• BL2024-687: Amend tree regulations in zoning ordinance (third reading)
• RS2025-1058: Exempt Tantisimo at 306 46th Ave North from minimum distance requirements for beer permit

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider three resolutions: one to approve an Emergency Management Performance grant, one to accept a staffing grant from the Department of Finance and Administration, and one to approve a contract with Forensic Technology Inc. for police equipment and warranty coverage. The committee will also consider an ordinance to amend the code regarding drag racing. Public comment time is scheduled at the start of the meeting.

• RS2025-1063 – approve Emergency Management Performance grant from Tennessee Emergency Management Agency
• RS2025-1064 – accept grant from Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration for staffing positions
• RS2025-1065 – approve contract with Forensic Technology Inc. for police equipment and warranty plan
• BL2025-743 – ordinance to amend Chapter 12.16 of the Metropolitan Code concerning drag racing

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will discuss two items: a resolution accepting an in-kind grant from the Sylvan Park Neighborhood Association to replace a sign in Richland Park, and an ordinance on second reading approving a greenway conservation easement with Habitat for Humanity for improvements at 3028 Gwynwood Drive. The committee may also receive updates from the chair.

• RS2025-1066: Accept in-kind grant from Sylvan Park Neighborhood Association to replace existing sign in Richland Park.
• BL2025-744: Approve greenway conservation easement with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville for improvements at 3028 Gwynwood Drive.
• Ordinance on second reading; previously passed first reading and referred to multiple committees.

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will consider a proposed amendment to Council Rule 9, vote on board and commission appointments (including the Health and Educational Facilities Board and the Advisory Committee on Transportation), and decide on a resolution electing notaries public and an ordinance readopting the Metro Code. Several reappointments for the CATV, E-911, and NECAT boards are also on the agenda.

• Proposed amendment to Rule 9 of the Council's Rules of Procedure (sponsor: Huffman)
• Election of Notaries Public for Davidson County (RS2025-1061)
• Ordinance readopting the Metro Code through August 20, 2024 (BL2025-745)
• One nominee for Health and Educational Facilities Board (Matt Wiltshire)
• 12 nominees for five vacancies on the Advisory Committee on Transportation

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will hold a public hearing on a resolution to exempt Tantisimo at 306 46th Ave North from beer permit distance requirements, and will discuss on second reading an ordinance amending Chapter 2.128 of the Metropolitan Code regarding the Metropolitan Historical Commission and Historic Zoning Commission.

• RS2025-1058: Exemption from minimum distance requirements for a beer permit for Tantisimo, 306 46th Ave North
• BL2025-742: Ordinance amending Chapter 2.128 pertaining to the Metropolitan Historical Commission and Historic Zoning Commission

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will vote on several resolutions, including accepting a Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities Program grant, approving a bridge replacement engineering agreement with CSX, and authorizing aerial encroachments at two private properties. An ordinance for a greenway conservation easement will also receive a second‑reading vote. Public comment time is allotted before the items are considered.

• RS2025-1059 – Accept Bloomberg Sustainable Cities Program grant (grant amount not specified)
• RS2025-1067 – Approve preliminary engineering agreement with CSX Transportation for Eastland Avenue bridge replacement
• RS2025-1068 – Approve Bloomberg Philanthropies Asphalt Art Project grant for Jubilee Bridge Area Revitalization
• RS2025-1070 – Authorize aerial encroachment construction at 2317 12th Avenue South, LLC
• BL2025-744 – Second‑reading vote on greenway conservation easement ordinance for 3028 Gwynwood Drive

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider several items including a rezoning for 39 multi-family units on Pennington Bend Road, adjustments to the Mixed-Income PILOT program, a bridge engineering agreement with CSX on Eastland Avenue, and two aerial encroachment requests. They will also review amendments to the Metropolitan Historical Commission code and a greenway conservation easement with Habitat for Humanity. Public comment is limited to eight minutes total, with each speaker allowed up to two minutes.

• Rezoning from R15 to SP at unnumbered Pennington Bend Road and Wooddale Lane (13.44 acres) for 39 multi-family units (BL2024-624)
• Building material restrictions for the Pennington Bend development (BL2024-625)
• Preliminary engineering agreement with CSX to replace a bridge on Eastland Avenue (RS2025-1067)
• Aerial encroachments at 2317 12th Avenue South and 300 Commerce Street (RS2025-1070 and RS2025-1071)
• Greenway conservation easement at 3028 Gwynwood Drive with Habitat for Humanity (BL2025-744)

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider 13 resolutions and one bill, including an adjustment to the Mixed-Income PILOT affordable housing program, approval of multiple grants and contracts, and a $193,279.92 judgment settlement. Items also include a greenway conservation easement with Habitat for Humanity and a preliminary engineering agreement for a bridge replacement on Eastland Avenue.

• RS2025-960: Adjustment to Mixed-Income PILOT Program for affordable housing
• RS2025-1060: Satisfy $193,279.92 judgment against Criminal Court Clerk Howard Gentry
• RS2025-1065: Contract for Forensic Technology equipment for Metro Nashville Police Department
• RS2025-1067: Preliminary engineering agreement for Eastland Avenue bridge replacement
• BL2025-744: Greenway conservation easement at 3028 Gwynwood Drive with Habitat for Humanity

Metropolitan Council

This meeting includes appointments to boards and commissions, confirmations of mayoral picks, and proposed amendments to the council's Rules of Procedure (Rules 12, 53.2, and 40.1). A consent agenda contains routine resolutions including grants, contracts, and a donation of a police horse. The public may comment from 5–6 p.m.

• Proposed amendments to Rules 12, 53.2, and 40.1 of the Council's Rules of Procedure (sponsors Johnston, Weiner, Spain)
• Resolution RS2025-1046: Accepting Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for development of 'The Farm' area of Mill Ridge Park
• Resolution RS2025-992: Approving Amendment 1 to a location agreement with T-Mobile South, LLC for water and sewerage services
• Resolution RS2025-1015: Approving contract with My Goat, Inc. for robotic mowers for Parks and Recreation
• Resolution RS2025-1039: Accepting HIDTA grant from U.S. Office of National Drug Control Policy for investigation of drug-related deaths

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee is considering several greenway conservation easements and a grant for Mill Ridge Park. The body will also discuss a contract for robotic mowers and an amendment to the Nashville Music, Entertainment, and Film Commission code.

• Contract with My Goat, Inc. for robotic mowers for the Department of Parks and Recreation
• Grant application for 'The Farm' area of Mill Ridge Park via Land and Water Conservation Fund, Joe C. Davis Foundation, and Friends of Mill Ridge Park
• Greenway conservation easements at 0 Gwynwood Drive, 1420 Adams Street, and 4267 Ashland City Highway
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 2.147 regarding the Nashville Music, Entertainment, and Film Commission
• MOU with Hands On, United Way of Greater Nashville for an AmeriCorp program participant

Budget and Finance Committee

The committee is considering several resolutions for public health and safety grants, including funding for drug-related death investigations. The body will also discuss greenway conservation easements and property agreements for the Board of Parks and Recreation.

• Greenway conservation easements at 0 Gwynwood Drive, 1420 Adams Street, and 4267 Ashland City Highway
• HIDTA grant for the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department to investigate drug-related deaths
• Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for 'The Farm' area of Mill Ridge Park
• Contract for Granite Net Software with Cues, Inc.
• Option agreement for property purchase at 0 Old Hickory Boulevard

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will consider BL2025-689, an ordinance that approves a memorandum of understanding between the Metropolitan Beer Permit Board and the Metropolitan Department of Codes Administration. The MOU is intended to facilitate cooperation for enforcement of Title 7 and Chapter 9.20 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws. The committee will vote on the ordinance after it has passed a second reading in the Council.

• BL2025-689 ordinance approving MOU between Beer Permit Board and Codes Administration
• Enforcement focus on Title 7 and Chapter 9.20 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee is reviewing several zoning changes, including multi-family residential developments. The body will also discuss greenway conservation easements and the acceptance of new public water and sewer infrastructure.

• BL2024-681: Zoning change to permit 171 multi-family residential units at 3201 Hamilton Church Road and 3124 Murfreesboro Pike
• BL2024-685: Zoning change to permit 90 multi-family residential units at 4120 Murfreesboro Pike
• BL2025-706, 707, 708: Greenway conservation easements at 0 Gwynwood Drive, 1420 Adams Street, and 4267 Ashland City Highway
• BL2025-709: Option agreement for property purchase at 0 Old Hickory Boulevard
• RS2025-1049 through RS2025-1053: Acceptance of public sewer and water infrastructure at various locations including 1111 Gilmore Avenue and 825 6th Avenue South

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will meet jointly with the Budget and Finance Committee to review the Capital Improvements Budget (CIB) Prioritization Results. The meeting is scheduled for 4:15 PM on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, in the David Scobey Council Chambers.

• Joint meeting with Budget and Finance Committee
• Capital Improvements Budget (CIB) Prioritization Results presentation
• Public comment period available for legislative items

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is holding a joint meeting with the Planning and Zoning committee. The session focuses on a presentation of the Capital Improvements Budget (CIB) prioritization results.

• Presentation of Capital Improvements Budget (CIB) prioritization results

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider resolutions and one bill. The bill (BL2025-690) would amend rules for the community safety camera network. Resolutions include accepting grants for drug death investigations and police equipment, and a request for police evaluation of school safety plans.

• BL2025-690: ordinance amending community safety camera network rules (second reading)
• RS2025-1054: resolution requesting MNPD evaluate safety plans for Metro Nashville Public Schools
• RS2025-1039: HIDTA grant from federal Office of National Drug Control Policy for drug death investigations via MNPD
• RS2025-1040: acceptance of donated police horse for Mounted Patrol
• RS2025-1042/1043: ancillary agreements with BlueCross BlueShield and BlueCare for health services at Board of Health

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will discuss a second-reading ordinance to amend the Nashville Music, Entertainment, and Film Commission, consider proposed changes to Council Rules 12, 40.1, and 53.2, and review multiple board and commission appointments including interviews and confirmations. The agenda also includes resolutions honoring a shooting victim and recognizing community organizations.

• Ordinance BL2025-688 to amend Chapter 2.147 of the Metropolitan Code regarding the Nashville Music, Entertainment, and Film Commission
• Proposed amendments to Council Rules 12, 40.1, and 53.2 of the 2023-2027 Metropolitan Council Rules of Procedure
• Confirmation of Dr. Chike M. Nzerue to the Hospital Authority for a term expiring July 1, 2027
• Appointment of Frank Stevenson to the Metro Development and Housing Agency Board for a term expiring February 4, 2030
• Resolution RS2025-1055 honoring Josseline Dayana Corea Escalante and supporting Antioch High School community after the January 22, 2025 shooting

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will consider resolutions and ordinances for water and sewer infrastructure improvements and greenway conservation easements. All items are referred from the Metropolitan Council and have been approved by the Planning Commission.

• RS2025-1047: Contract with Cues, Inc. for Granite Net Software
• RS2025-1049: New sanitary sewer manhole at 1111 Gilmore Avenue
• RS2025-1050: New fire hydrant assembly at 120 Airpark Ctr E
• RS2025-1052: Water, sewer, and fire hydrant work at Parks at Cane Ridge Phase 2B
• BL2025-706: Greenway conservation easement at 0 Gwynwood Drive

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will vote on several zoning ordinance amendments that would rezone properties to allow new multi‑family residential units, including projects on Hamilton Church Road, Murfreesboro Pike, and Delaware Avenue. The meeting also includes appointments and confirmations for various boards and commissions, as well as resolutions on a T‑Mobile water agreement and arts grant criteria.

• BL2024-681: Change from AR2A to SP zoning at 3201 Hamilton Church Road and 3124 Murfreesboro Pike for 171 units
• BL2024-682: Building material restrictions for the above Specific Plan zoning district
• BL2024-684: Change from RS5 to R6‑A zoning at 2801 Delaware Avenue
• RS2025-992: Resolution approving Amendment 1 to a location agreement with T‑Mobile South, LLC
• RS2025-1007: Resolution approving first amendment to Operating Support and Thrive grants for the Arts Commission

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee will discuss resolutions to approve greenway conservation easements at multiple locations and contracts for park equipment and library programs. All items are currently filed and referred from the Budget and Finance Committee.

• Greenway easements at 1231 Pawnee Trail, 1710 54th Avenue North, 8033 Highway 100, and 2600 Pennington Bend Road
• Contract with My Goat, Inc. for robotic mowers for the Department of Parks and Recreation
• Contract amendment with Rocklife Youth for the Nashville After Zone Alliance after school system
• Acceptance of in-kind grants for Centennial Park Picnic Pavilion and Nashville Parks Foundation programming
• Amendment to Chapter 2.147 regarding the Nashville Music, Entertainment, and Film Commission

Government Operations and Regulations Committee

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will vote on a resolution to exempt Fly Pelican Fly from beer permit distance requirements, a resolution to exempt Curry Boys BBQ from the same, an ordinance approving a memorandum of understanding for beer permit enforcement, and an ordinance to amend a sole source contract with Splash Business Intelligence, Inc. to extend its term and increase its estimated value.

• Resolution exempting Fly Pelican Fly at 1101A McKennie Avenue from beer permit distance rules
• Resolution exempting Curry Boys BBQ at 1304 McGavock Pike from beer permit distance rules
• Ordinance approving MOU between Beer Permit Board and Codes Department for enforcement cooperation
• Ordinance approving Amendment 2 to a contract with Splash Business Intelligence, Inc. (term extension and value increase)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider five resolutions and three ordinances. Key items include approving amendments to a WIOA grant, a mutual‑aid communications agreement, an Urban Area Security Initiative grant, a state health contract amendment, and a HUD Continuum of Care grant amendment that transfers $381,251 to the Office of Homeless Services. The committee will also review ordinances on a community safety camera network and two clinical affiliation agreements with Vanderbilt University.

• RS2025-1008 – amend WIOA grant for workforce programs
• RS2025-1009 – approve intergovernmental mutual aid agreement with Fairfax County
• RS2025-1011 – accept Urban Area Security Initiative grant from Tennessee Emergency Management Agency
• RS2025-1013 – amend HUD Continuum of Care grant, moving $381,251 to Office of Homeless Services
• BL2025-690 – ordinance to amend community safety camera network regulations

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will consider a second-reading ordinance to amend Chapter 2.147 regarding the Nashville Music, Entertainment, and Film Commission. The committee also has several ceremonial resolutions and will interview or confirm multiple board and commission appointees, including for the Metro Development and Housing Agency and the Hospital Authority.

• Ordinance BL2025-688 on second reading to amend the Nashville Music, Entertainment, and Film Commission code
• Appointment of Frank Stevenson to the Metro Development and Housing Agency Board (term to 2030)
• Appointment of Dr. Chike M. Nzerue to the Hospital Authority (term to 2027)
• Reappointment of Christina Karpynec to the Zoning Appeals Board (term to 2030)
• Confirmation of Cara Ince to the Human Relations Commission (short term to July 2025)

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will discuss and vote on 18 items, including resolutions authorizing aerial encroachments and infrastructure acceptances, and bills on second reading for a lease, greenway conservation easements, and easement acquisitions. Most items are routine approvals of public works and property transactions.

• Lease agreement for office space at 4009 Hillsboro Pike for the Clerk's Office (BL2025-693)
• Greenway conservation easements at 1231 Pawnee Trail, 1710 54th Ave N, 8033 Highway 100, and 2600 Pennington Bend Rd (BL2025-695 through BL2025-698)
• Easement acquisition for Lanier Drive Stormwater Improvement Project on five properties (BL2025-700)
• Aerial encroachments at 905 Gleaves Street and 148 2nd Avenue North (RS2025-1020, RS2025-1021)
• Wastewater treatment plant improvements at 61 Edenwold Road (RS2025-1022)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will hear a presentation on NDOT's Traffic Calming Program and consider 11 resolutions and 7 ordinances. Items include a contract change for upgrading the Dry Creek Water Reclamation Facility using state grant funds, agreements for transportation art and infrastructure easements, and multiple greenway conservation easements. Public comment is limited to eight minutes total, with two minutes per speaker.

• NDOT Traffic Calming Program presentation
• RS2025-1023: Contract change to modernize Dry Creek Water Reclamation Facility (state grant)
• RS2025-1019: Agreement with TDOT for transportation art on Mulberry Street (I-40 overpass)
• BL2025-700: Easements for Lanier Drive Stormwater Improvement Project
• BL2025-699: Abandonment of unnamed right-of-way between 1321 and 1327 Pawnee Trail

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing 18 resolutions and 2 bills, including a construction agreement with CSX for wastewater treatment plant improvements at 61 Edenwold Road, a $100,000 personal injury settlement, and several grant amendments. Most items are routine contract approvals, grant acceptances, or settlements. The committee will also consider an intergovernmental agreement for transportation art on Mulberry Street and bills on beer permit enforcement and a VUMC training affiliation.

• Construction agreement with CSX Transportation for wastewater treatment plant improvements at 61 Edenwold Road
• Settlement of Christopher Smith's personal injury claim for $100,000 from the Self-Insured Liability Fund
• Acceptance of $381,251 HUD Continuum of Care grant for homeless services planning
• Contract increase of $22,866 for Rocklife Youth after school program
• In-kind grant from Centennial Park Conservancy for Picnic Pavilion feasibility study

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will hold public hearings on various zoning amendments, including mixed-use developments and residential unit permits. The body will also vote on the confirmation of an Auditorium Commission appointment and review several other board nominees.

• BL2024-624: Zoning change at Pennington Bend Road for 39 multi-family residential units
• BL2024-641: Zoning amendment at 3101 Nolensville Pike to permit a car wash
• BL2024-647: Zoning change at 1500 3rd Avenue North for a mixed-use development
• RS2024-915: Beer permit distance requirement exemption for Sauced at 1221 6th Ave N
• F1: Confirmation of Dajanae Cole to the Auditorium Commission