Legislation Details

File #: RS2026-2361   
Type: Resolution Status: Resolution
File created: 10/22/2026 In control: Metropolitan Council
On agenda: 11/5/2026 Final action:
Title: A resolution approving an application for a TVA Energy Right Business & Industry Incentives Program grant from the Tennessee Valley Authority and Nashville Electric Services to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the General Services Department, to help businesses save money and energy by utilizing the installation of energy-saving equipment.
Sponsors: Jason Spain, Jeff Eslick, Ginny Welsch, Sandy Ewing
Attachments: 1. Grant
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A resolution approving an application for a TVA Energy Right Business & Industry Incentives Program grant from the Tennessee Valley Authority and Nashville Electric Services to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the General Services Department, to help businesses save money and energy by utilizing the installation of energy-saving equipment.
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WHEREAS, the Tennessee Valley Authority and Nashville Electric Services are accepting applications for a TVA Energy Right Business & Industry Incentives Program grant, with an award of $22,785.00 with no cash match required; and,
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Government is eligible to participate in this grant program; and,
WHEREAS, it is to the benefit of the citizens of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County that this application be approved and submitted.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:
Section 1. That the Metropolitan Government’s application for a TVA Energy Right Business & Industry Incentives Program grant, in an amount not to exceed $22,785.00 to help businesses save money and energy by utilizing the installation of energy-saving equipment, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein, is hereby approved, and the General Services Department is authorized to submit said application to the Tennessee Valley Authority and Nashville Electric Services.
Section 2. That this resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.
Agenda Analysis
Analysis

This resolution approves an application for a TVA Energy Right Business & Industry Incentives Program grant from the Tennessee Valley Authority and Nashville Electric Service to the General Services Department to provide funds for qualifying energy saving upgrades including LED lighting and HVAC equipment. If awarded, the grant value is $2...

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