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A resolution expressing appreciation to the Metro departments and agencies who assisted Nashville and Davidson County through the recent winter storms.
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WHEREAS, between Sunday, January 14, 2024, and Monday, January 15, 2024, a record 7.6 inches of snow fell on Nashville and Davidson County; and
WHEREAS, approximately 6.3 inches of snow arrived on Monday, marking a daily snowfall record for January 15; and
WHEREAS, this winter storm produced more snow in a 24 hour period than Nashville and Davidson County usually receive in an entire year; and
WHEREAS, after the storm, temperatures fell below zero degrees Fahrenheit on Wednesday, January 17, only the second time that temperatures in Nashville have fallen that low since 1996; and
WHEREAS, the extremely low temperatures prompted an unprecedented demand for electricity and the Tennessee Valley Authority urged conservation throughout its service area; and
WHEREAS, before the winter storm hit, the Metropolitan Government took the weather forecasts seriously and the Nashville Department of Transportation ("NDOT") prepared the roads for snow and ice and spent time salting and plowing primary routes after the storm; and
WHEREAS, Metro's Extreme Cold Weather Overflow Shelter was open from Sunday, January 14 through Saturday, January 20, operated by the Metro Social Services department and the Office of Homeless Services; and
WHEREAS, the Nashville Electric Service ("NES") worked to keep power on across Nashville and Davidson County and, along with TVA, encouraged residents to conserve energy during the extremely low temperatures; and
WHEREAS, the Office of Emergency Management ("OEM") conducted cold patrols, assisted motorists, and handed out blankets, gloves, and hats, while assisting individuals in need of shelter; and
WHEREAS, Metro Water Services provided important information and updates to the public regarding water usage, water mains, and garbage and recycling pick-up and the Nashville Distric...
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