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A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Music City Center, its leadership, and its staff for hosting in-person Council meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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WHEREAS, on October 6, 2020, the Metropolitan Council held its first in-person meeting since March 17 and the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and its restrictions; and
WHEREAS, the in-person Council meetings held in October, November, and December would not have been possible without the generosity and hospitality of the Music City Center (MCC) leadership and staff; and
WHEREAS, the Music City Center leadership allowed the Council to turn the Davidson Ballroom into a reproduction of the David Scobey Council Chamber for Councilmembers, Council and ITS staff, and members of the public to conduct committee and Council meetings; and
WHEREAS, the MCC has put in place protocols to ensure a safe and sanitary environment, ensuring compliance with CDC guidelines, federal, state, and local mandates, and public health advancements; and
WHEREAS, the health and safety guidelines put in place by the MCC include physical distancing, screening protocols including temperature checks, hand sanitizers throughout the facility, frequent cleaning and sanitization of commonly contacted surfaces, and prioritized air quality including MERV 13 air filters (comparable to healthcare facilities); and
WHEREAS, the MCC is an important institution in Nashville which has had an economic impact of over $2.5 billion and has hosted more than 3.8 million attendees since opening in 2013, and has hosted nearly 400 non-profit groups, has invested over $17 million in contracts with Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs), and has donated over 266,000 pounds of food to the Nashville Rescue Mission; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that the Metropolitan Council recognizes the Music City Center, its leadership, and its staff for their assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic and thanks them for their service to Nashville.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:
Section 1. The Metropolitan County Council hereby goes on record as expressing appreciation to the Music City Center, its leadership, and its staff for hosting in-person Council meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Section 2. The Metropolitan Council Office is directed to prepare a copy of this Resolution to be presented to Charles Starks, President and CEO of the Music City Center.
Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.