Historic Metro Courthouse  
1 Public Square, 2nd floor  
Nashville, TN 37201  
Metropolitan Nashville and  
Davidson County, TN  
Metropolitan Council  
Meeting Minutes  
Tuesday, April 21, 2026  
Call to Order  
6:30 PM  
Metropolitan Courthouse  
The Metropolitan Council met in regular session on this date at 6:30 p.m. in the Metropolitan  
Courthouse.  
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance  
The invocation was offered by H.G. Stovall, Deacon at Connection United Methodist Church.  
The Metropolitan Council gave the pledge of allegiance to the American Flag.  
Roll Call  
The roll was called and the following members were present during the progress of the meeting:  
Henderson, Suara, Evans-Segall, Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble,  
Cortese, Parker, Capp, Benedict, Harrell, Hancock, Webb, Eslick, Evans,  
Bradford, Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Taylor, Weiner, Druffel, Gadd,  
Preptit, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles, Lee,  
Ewing, and Spain  
Present (38)  
Porterfield, Huffman, and Welsch  
Absent (3)  
Approval of Minutes  
The minutes of the regular meeting on April 7, 2026 were approved.  
Appointees and Nominees  
Action Commission  
Appointment of Jon Michael for a term expiring June 30, 2028.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Health and Educational Facilities Board  
Consideration of nominees to fill one vacancy on the Board with a term expiring  
September 30, 2028, with an election to be conducted at the May 7, 2026  
Council meeting.  
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Nick Cavin nominated by CM Capp  
The nominee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
nominee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Historic Zoning Commission  
Reappointment of Elizabeth Mayhall for a term expiring June 1, 2031.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections recommended a one-meeting  
deferral. Council Member Cash moved to defer the appointment, which motion  
was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Michael Babb, Residential Property Owner for a 3-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Walt Burton, Commercial Tenant for a 3-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Lisa Haller, Residential Property Owner for a 3-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Andree LeQuire for a 3-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Julia Baker for a 2-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Bob Franklin, Commercial Tenant for a 2-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Allie Hall Eagles, Large Commercial Owner for a 2-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Emily Schneller, Residential Property Owner for a 2-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Donovan Sheffield for a 2-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Andrew Cook, Large Commercial Property Owner for a 1-year term.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections recommended a one-meeting  
deferral. Council Member Cash moved to defer the appointment, which motion  
was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Charly Couture for a 1-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Chris Gala, Residential Tenant for a 1-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Malik Gaye for a 1-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors  
Keith Siebenaler, Large Commercial Property Owner for a 1-year term.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Parks and Recreation Board  
Reappointment of Dr. Michelle Steele for a term expiring March 30, 2031.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Property Standards and Appeals Board  
Reappointment of Mirza Esteban for a term expiring April 7, 2030.  
Council Member Cash withdrew the appointment.  
Short Term Rental Appeals Board  
Appointment of David Kleinfelter for a term expiring April 7, 2030.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Sustainability Advisory Committee  
Reappointment of Cesar Castro for a term expiring March 14, 2028.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Sustainability Advisory Committee  
Reappointment of Caroline Everett for a term expiring March 14, 2028.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections recommended a one-meeting  
deferral. Council Member Cash moved to defer the appointment, which motion  
was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.  
Sustainability Advisory Committee  
Appointment of Laura Donahue for a term expiring March 14, 2028.  
The appointee appeared before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee for consideration. The Committee approved a re-referral for the  
appointee to be considered at the next meeting.  
Confirmations  
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission  
Reappointment of Katherine McDonell for a term expiring March 7, 2030.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Board of Equalization  
Appointment of Whitney Ellis as an Alternate for a term expiring April 14, 2028.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Board of Equalization  
Appointment of Michele Trueba as an Alternate for a term expiring April 14,  
2028.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Board of Equalization  
Appointment of Scott Tyrone as an Alternate for a term expiring April 14, 2028.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Fair Commissioners Board  
Appointment of Brittany Tabor for a term expiring April 6, 2031.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Farmers Market Board  
Reappointment of Scott Moskovitz for a term expiring May 5, 2031.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Housing Trust Fund Commission  
Appointment of Lizzie Goddard for a term expiring September 17, 2026.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Sports Authority  
Reappointment of Daniel (Russ) Pulley for a term expiring February 19, 2032.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Sustainability Advisory Committee  
Reappointment of Jeffrey Ezell Ace for a term expiring March 14, 2028.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Sustainability Advisory Committee  
Reappointment of CM Sandy Ewing for a term expiring April 15, 2028.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Sustainability Advisory Committee  
Reappointment of Matthew K. Taylor for a term expiring April 15, 2028.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Sustainability Advisory Committee  
Reappointment of Linda Breggin for a term expiring March 14, 2028.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Sustainability Advisory Committee  
Reappointment of Jennifer Wang for a term expiring March 14, 2028.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Sustainability Advisory Committee  
Reappointment of Erica Weeks for a term expiring March 14, 2028.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Traffic and Parking Commission  
Appointment of Lauren Gaines for a term expiring April 3, 2028.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Zoning Appeals Board  
Appointment of Michael Garrigan for a term expiring February 26, 2031.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Zoning Appeals Board  
Appointment of Anna Yoder for a term expiring February 26, 2027.  
The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee recommended the  
appointment. Council Member Cash moved to confirm the appointment, which  
motion was seconded and adopted by a unanimous vote of the Council.  
Nominations  
East Bank Development Authority  
Nominations to fill one vacancy on the Authority with a term expiring June 30,  
2030, with an election to be conducted on May 19, 2026.  
The President called for nominations, which were submitted as follows: Council  
Member Webb nominated Bob Braswell; Council Member Toombs nominated  
Nathaniel Carter. The President declared the nominations closed, with an  
election to be conducted at the May 19, 2026 Council meeting.  
Property Standards and Appeals Board  
Nominations to fill one vacancy on the Board with a term expiring April 7, 2030,  
with an election to be conducted at the May 19, 2026 Council meeting.  
The President called for nominations, which were submitted as follows: Council  
Member Kupin nominated Grafton Brittle; Council Member Evans nominated  
Roger Farmer. The President declared the nominations closed, with an election  
to be conducted at the May 19, 2026 Council meeting.  
Short Term Rental Appeals Board  
Nominations to fill one vacancy on the Board with a term expiring August 31,  
2027, with an election to be conducted at the May 19, 2026 Council meeting.  
The President called for nominations, which were submitted as follows: Council  
Member Kupin nominated Kevin Griffith; Council Member Toombs nominated  
Diamond Bell. The President declared the nominations closed, with an election  
to be conducted at the May 19, 2026 Council meeting.  
Public Comment Period  
Members of the public, who are Tennessee residents, wishing to speak may  
sign-up at a table outside of the Council Chamber from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.  
on the day of the Council meeting. Public Comment is limited to twenty minutes  
total at Council meetings and each speaker is allowed up to two minutes to  
speak. Requests for interpretation services should be directed to the Council  
Office at 615-862-6780. Las solicitudes de servicios de interpretación  
deben dirigirse a la Oficina del Consejo a 615-862-6780.  
Members of the public who registered in advance spoke upon matters of  
interest.  
Rules of Procedure  
Amendment to Rules of Procedure, Rule 46 - Council meetings; scheduling  
The Rule Amendment is deferred for one meeting pursuant to Rule 53.2 of the  
Rules of Procedure of the Council.  
Resolutions on Public Hearing  
RS2026-1898 A resolution exempting Monell’s Dining & Catering, located at 1235 6th Avenue  
North, from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a beer permit  
pursuant to Section 7.08.090.E of the Metropolitan Code.  
The resolution was approved by the Government Operations and Regulations  
Committee. Council Member Kupin requested a hearing from the public on this  
resolution which had been previously advertised. The President asked if anyone  
desired to be heard for or against the resolution and a citizen was heard in favor  
of the resolution. The President declared the public hearing closed. Council  
Member Kupin moved that the resolution be adopted, which motion was  
seconded and approved by the following vote: Yes (33): Suara, Allen, Hill,  
Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Parker, Benedict, Harrell, Hancock,  
Webb, Evans, Bradford, Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Taylor, Weiner,  
Druffel, Gadd, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles,  
Lee, Ewing, and Spain; No (0); Abstain (0).  
RS2026-1899 A resolution exempting 201 Lucy Lane, from the minimum distance  
requirements for obtaining a Short Term Rental Property - Not Owner-Occupied  
permit pursuant to Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 6.28.030(B)(2)(d).  
The resolution was approved by the Government Operations and Regulations  
Committee. Council Member Toombs requested a hearing from the public on  
this resolution which had been previously advertised. The President asked if  
anyone desired to be heard for or against the resolution and no one came  
forward to be heard. The President declared the public hearing closed. Council  
Member Toombs moved that the resolution be adopted, which motion was  
seconded and approved by the following vote: Yes (31): Allen, Hill, Kimbrough,  
Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Benedict, Harrell, Hancock, Webb, Evans, Bradford,  
Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Taylor, Weiner, Druffel, Gadd, Johnston, Nash,  
Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles, Lee, Ewing, and Spain; No (0);  
Abstain (1): Suara.  
Consent Agenda  
Pursuant to Rule 40 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council, the following resolutions, ordinances on  
second reading, and ordinances on third reading were considered together under the Consent  
Agenda. The resolutions on consent begin with RS2026-1900. The bills on second reading consent  
begin with BL2026-1327. The bills on third reading consent begin with BL2025-1257.  
RS2026-1900 A resolution setting the location, date, and time for the 2026 State of the  
Metropolitan Government Address.  
The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee.  
RS2026-1901 A resolution accepting a grant from the Tennessee Association of Fairs (TAF) to  
the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of  
Fair Commissioners, to fund approved capital improvements for The Nashville  
Fair.  
The resolution was approved by the Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment  
Committee and the Budget and Finance Committee.  
RS2026-1902 A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Government to settle opioid-related  
claims with Remnant Defendants.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Public Health and Safety Committee.  
RS2026-1903 A resolution approving an application for a Historic Preservation grant and  
accepting a Historic Preservation grant from the Tennessee Historical  
Commission to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the  
Metropolitan Historical Commission, to conduct dendrochronology research at  
several historic timber structures across Davidson County.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Planning and Zoning Committee.  
RS2026-1904 A resolution approving an application for a Community Support grant and  
accepting a Community Support Grant from the Tennessee State Museum to  
the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Historical  
Commission, to conduct public archaeology through a ground penetrating radar  
(GPR) survey of portions of Sevier Park and the Civil War entrenchments on  
the property.  
The resolution was approved by the Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment  
Committee, the Budget and Finance Committee and the Planning and Zoning  
Committee.  
RS2026-1905 A resolution accepting the terms of a cooperative purchasing master agreement  
with Uber Technologies for on-demand transportation, meals, and logistics  
solutions for the Department of General Services.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Government Operations and Regulations Committee.  
RS2026-1906 A resolution accepting the terms of a cooperative purchasing master agreement  
with Via Transportation, Inc. for on-demand transportation, meals and logistic  
solutions for the General Services Department.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Government Operations and Regulations Committee.  
RS2026-1908 A resolution accepting a grant from the Friends of Metro Animal Care and  
Control to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan  
Board of Health, to provide funding for Emergency Medical Care, the Safety Net  
Program, and the Foster Program for shelter animals.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Public Health and Safety Committee.  
RS2026-1909 A resolution appropriating a total of $180,000 to Room in the Inn, Inc. and  
approving a grant agreement between the Metropolitan Government of  
Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Office of Homeless  
Services, and Room in the Inn, Inc. for the provision of Day Shelter and Guest  
House services to provide shelter, food, clothing, navigation to resources, and  
other programs for people experiencing homelessness.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Public Health and Safety Committee.  
RS2026-1910 A resolution approving amendment one to an in-kind grant from the Friends of  
Shelby Park & Bottoms to The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Parks and  
Recreation, to provide various improvements to Shelby Park and Bottoms.  
The resolution was approved by the Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment  
Committee and the Budget and Finance Committee.  
RS2026-1911 A resolution approving an application for a Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant  
from the State of Tennessee, Office of Criminal Justice Programs, to the  
Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of Family Safety, for  
funding to supplement staffing for both Family Safety Centers.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Public Health and Safety Committee.  
RS2026-1912 A resolution approving an application for a Statewide Fatality Review Technical  
Assistance grant from the Tennessee Department of Finance and  
Administration, Office of Criminal Justice Programs, to the Metropolitan  
Government, acting by and through the Office of Family Safety, to fund and  
promote a coordinated, multi-disciplinary approach to improving the criminal  
justice system’s response to sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence,  
and stalking crimes.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Public Health and Safety Committee.  
RS2026-1913 A resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement by and between the  
Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and  
through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (hereinafter “MNPD”),  
and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for extra-duty police services.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Public Health and Safety Committee.  
RS2026-1914 A resolution approving an application for a Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant  
from the Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration, Office of  
Criminal Justice Programs, to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and  
through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, to fund counselor and  
victim advocate positions, purchase supplies, and subsidize travel.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Public Health and Safety Committee.  
RS2026-1915 A resolution approving an application for a Project Safe Neighborhoods grant  
from the Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration, Office of  
Criminal Justice Programs to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and  
through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, to reduce gun related  
violence in Nashville by providing funding for overtime for the investigation of  
violent crimes involving guns and the enhanced use of data analysis.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Public Health and Safety Committee.  
RS2026-1916 A resolution approving an application for a Community Traffic Safety  
Enforcement and Education grant from the Tennessee Highway Safety Office to  
the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville  
Police Department, for community-based efforts that employ highly visible and  
sustained enforcement coupled with community outreach events to address  
impaired driving and other unsafe behaviors.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Public Health and Safety Committee.  
RS2026-1917 A resolution approving an application for a Local Law Enforcement Crime Gun  
Intelligence Center Integration Initiative grant from the U.S. Department of  
Justice to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan  
Nashville Police Department, to strengthen and expand the Crime Gun  
Intelligence Center to more rapidly identify, investigate, and prosecute  
perpetrators of firearm related violent crimes through enhanced technology,  
personnel capacity, and interagency collaboration.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Public Health and Safety Committee.  
RS2026-1918 A resolution accepting the terms of a cooperative purchasing master agreement  
with ST Engineering LeeBoy, Inc. for roadway maintenance equipment for the  
Nashville Department of Transportation & Multimodal Infrastructure.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
RS2026-1919 A resolution authorizing Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation to  
construct and install an aerial encroachment at 211 Commerce Street.  
(Proposal No. 2026M-002EN-001).  
The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, the Planning and  
Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
RS2026-1920 A resolution authorizing Iconic Broadway Nashville, LLC to construct and install  
an aerial encroachment at 312 Broadway (Proposal No. 2026M-003EN-001).  
The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, the Planning and  
Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
RS2026-1921 A resolution authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County to accept new public water main and fire hydrant assembly,  
for property located at 4240 Westcap Road, also known as Cubby Holes Self  
Storage (MWS Project No. 23-WL-105 and Proposal No. 2026M-020ES-001).  
The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, the Planning and  
Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee  
RS2026-1922 A resolution to amend Ordinance No. BL2025-905 to authorize The Metropolitan  
Government of Nashville and Davidson County to modify the acceptance of  
sanitary sewer force main and easements, for property located at 7375  
Nolensville Road, in Williamson County, also known as Nolensville Town  
Square - Phase 1 Revision 1 (MWS Project No. 24-SL-83 and Proposal No.  
2025M-066ES-002).  
The resolution was approved by the Planning Commission, the Planning and  
Zoning Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee  
RS2026-1923 A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and  
settle the personal injury action of Riley Olson against the Metropolitan  
Government of Nashville and Davidson County in the amount of $237,447.12,  
and that said amount be paid out of the Self-Insured Liability Fund.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.  
RS2026-1924 A resolution authorizing the Metropolitan Department of Law to compromise and  
settle the personal injury claim of Jose Gustavo Mujica Arcos against the  
Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in the amount of  
$74,000.00, and that said amount be paid out of the Self-Insured Liability Fund.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee.  
BL2026-1327 An ordinance to amend certain sections of Chapter 2.114 of the Metropolitan  
Code of Laws pertaining to the Metropolitan Animal Care and Control  
Commission.  
The bill was approved by the Public Health and Safety Committee and the  
Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee.  
BL2026-1328 An ordinance to amend Chapter 10.64.018 of the Metropolitan Code, to  
establish an updated fee schedule for the Fire Marshal’s Office.  
The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public  
Health and Safety Committee.  
BL2026-1329 An ordinance approving a participation agreement between the Metropolitan  
Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the  
Housing Division of the Metropolitan Planning Department, and Nashville  
Leased Housing Associates III, Limited Partnership, to provide enhanced  
pedestrian signaling for Nashville Leased Housing Associates III’s proposed  
development, as well as other existing properties in the area (Proposal No.  
2025M-034AG-001).  
The bill was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Planning  
and Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1330 An ordinance authorizing Riverwalk Nashville Homeowners Association, Inc. to  
construct and install aerial and underground encroachments at 6161 Rivervalley  
Drive. (Proposal No. 2025M-023EN-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the  
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
BL2026-1331 An ordinance authorizing the abandonment of a portion of Newsom Station  
Road right-of-way between Newsom Station Road and Interstate I-40.  
(Proposal Number 2026M-001AB-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the  
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
BL2026-1332 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County to acquire permanent and temporary easements through  
negotiation, condemnation and acceptance for the Townes Drive Stormwater  
Improvement Project for two properties located at 178 and 182 Townes Drive.  
(Project No. 26-SWC-192 and Proposal No. 2026M-016ES-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the  
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
BL2026-1333 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County to acquire permanent and temporary easements through  
negotiation, condemnation and acceptance for the Kenwood Drive Stormwater  
Improvement Project for six properties located on Kenwood Drive, Winding Way  
and Eastdale Avenue (Project No. 26-SWC-181 and Proposal No.  
2026M-012ES-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the  
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
BL2026-1335 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County to accept new public sanitary sewer mains, sanitary sewer  
manholes and easements, for six properties located on Nolensville Road and  
Williams Road in Williamson County, also known as Darsey (MWS Project No.  
25-SL-141 and Proposal No. 2026M-015ES-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the  
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
BL2026-1336 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County to accept the vertical relocation of water main, new sanitary  
sewer main, sanitary sewer manholes and easements, for two properties  
located at 3332 Murfreesboro Pike and Mt. View Road (unnumbered), also  
known as Mt. View Wawa (MWS Project Nos. 26-WL-14 and 25-SL-212 and  
Proposal No. 2026M-014ES-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the  
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
BL2026-1257 An ordinance amending Chapters 17.16 and 17.40 of the Metropolitan Code of  
Laws, to permit detached accessory dwelling units (DADUs) on legally created  
residential lots with non-conforming lot area (Proposal No. 2026Z-005TX-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1266 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning  
Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,  
by changing from AR2a to RM15-A-NS zoning for properties located at 4046  
and 4060 Murfreesboro Pike, approximately 399 feet southwest of Maxwell  
Road (10.12 acres), and within the Murfreesboro Pike Urban Design Overlay  
District, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2025Z-033PR-001).  
BL2026-1295 An ordinance amending Section 2.24.230 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws  
regarding the community meeting requirements for leasing certain Metropolitan  
Government-owned properties.  
BL2026-1303 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning  
Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,  
by changing from RS7.5 to R8-A zoning for property located at 800 Gwynn  
Drive, at the southeast corner of Patapsco Street and Gwynn Drive (0.32  
acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2024Z-127PR-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1304 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning  
Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,  
by amending a Specific Plan for property located at 2304 Hobson Pike,  
approximately 207 feet northeast of Beachmist Way, zoned SP (12.15 acres), to  
permit a daycare center, all of which is described herein (Proposal No.  
2025SP-027-002).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1305 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning  
Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,  
by changing from R8 to SP zoning for the property located at 1027 Wade  
Avenue, at the southeast corner of Wade Avenue and 11th Avenue South (0.14  
acres), to permit four multi-family residential units, all of which is described  
herein (Proposal No. 2025SP-054-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1306 An ordinance to authorize building material restrictions and requirements for  
BL2026-1305, a proposed Specific Plan Zoning District for property located at  
1027 Wade Avenue, at the southeast corner of Wade Avenue and 11th Avenue  
South (0.14 acres) to permit four multi-family residential units, all of which is  
described herein (Proposal No. 2025SP-054-001). THE PROPOSED  
ORDINANCE REQUIRES CERTAIN MATERIALS TO BE RESTRICTED IN  
THE CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS.  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1307 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning  
Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,  
by changing from OR20 to SP zoning for property located at 100 Kenner  
Avenue, approximately 315 feet northeast of Ridgefield Drive (0.34 acres), and  
located within the Harding/White Bridge Urban Design Overlay, to permit a  
mixed use development, all of which is described herein (Proposal No.  
2026SP-006-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1308 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning  
Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,  
by changing from IWD, ORI and SP to MUL-NS zoning for properties located at  
911, 920 and 921 Perimeter Court, located approximately 285 feet southeast of  
Perimeter Place Drive (14.07 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal  
No. 2026Z-007PR-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1309 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning  
Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,  
by changing from RS10 to RM20-A-NS zoning for properties located at 3311,  
3313, 3315A, 3317 and 3319 Walton Lane, approximately 34 feet west of  
Arrowhead Drive (4.13 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No.  
2026Z-011PR-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1310 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning  
Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,  
by changing from RS5 to R6-A zoning for property located at 2507 Meharry  
Boulevard, approximately 166 feet west of 25th Avenue North (0.17 acres), and  
within a Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit Overlay District, all of which is  
described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-013PR-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1312 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning  
Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,  
by amending the River North Urban Design Overlay District for various  
properties located on Cowan Street, Cowan Court, and Waterside Drive,  
(165.21 acres), to create a new Subdistrict 3 and update the General Standards  
related to future streets and open space, all of which is described herein  
(Proposal No. 2017UD-005-012).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1313 An ordinance to authorize building material restrictions and requirements for  
BL2026-1312, the River North Urban Design Overlay, for properties located on  
Cowan Street, Cowan Court, and Waterside Drive, (165.21 acres), to create a  
new Subdistrict 3 and update the General Standards related to future streets  
and open space, all of which is described herein (Proposal No.  
2017UD-005-012). THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE REQUIRES CERTAIN  
MATERIALS TO BE RESTRICTED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS.  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1315 An ordinance to amend Title 2 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to create a new  
chapter establishing a priority processing program for affordable housing and  
day care development projects.  
BL2026-1316 An ordinance amending Chapter 16.24 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to  
require shopping centers to provide publicly accessible rubbish and garbage  
containers.  
BL2026-1319 An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County to participate in the master agreement between the Wilson  
County Board of Education, a state of Tennessee municipal agency, and Dell  
Marketing, L.P., to purchase computer hardware and software.  
BL2026-1320 An ordinance approving a greenway conservation easement between the  
Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, through the  
Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, and Domain Timberlake Multistate  
2, LLC; C/O Clayton Properties Group, Inc., for greenway improvements at 552  
Misty Creek Court (Parcel No. 032160B90400CO) (Proposal No.  
2026M-007AG-001).  
BL2026-1321 An ordinance approving a greenway conservation easement between the  
Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, through the  
Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, and 2500 W Heiman, LP, for  
greenway improvements at 2518 W Heiman Street (Parcel No. 08100003300)  
(Proposal No. 2026M-005AG-001).  
BL2026-1322 An ordinance authorizing 603 Southgate LLC to construct and install an  
underground encroachment at 603 Southgate Avenue (Proposal No.  
2025M-014EN-001).  
BL2026-1323 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County to acquire permanent and temporary easements through  
negotiation, condemnation and acceptance, for the Maynor Avenue Stormwater  
Improvement Project for property located at 1013 Maynor Avenue. (Project No.  
26-SWC-149 and Proposal No. 2025M-198ES-001).  
BL2026-1324 An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County to accept new public water and sanitary sewer mains, fire  
hydrant assemblies, sanitary sewer manholes and easements, for property  
located at Lucile Street (unnumbered), also known as City Vista II, (MWS  
Project No. 25-WL-36 and 25-SL-86 and Proposal No. 2025M-186ES-001).  
BL2026-1325 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County to abandon existing public water and sanitary sewer mains,  
fire hydrant assemblies, sanitary sewer manholes and easements, and to  
accept new public water and sanitary sewer mains, fire hydrant assemblies,  
sanitary sewer manholes and easements, for 17 properties located at Cowan  
Street, Waterside Drive, River North Boulevard and North 9th Street, also  
known as River North Early Works (MWS Project Nos. 25-WL-73 & 25-SL-170  
and Proposal No. 2026M-005ES-001).  
Having been unanimously approved by all of the appropriate committees, upon motion duly seconded,  
all of the items on the Consent Agenda were approved by the following vote: Yes (36): Suara,  
Evans-Segall, Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Parker, Capp, Benedict, Harrell,  
Hancock, Webb, Eslick, Evans, Bradford, Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Weiner, Druffel, Gadd,  
Preptit, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles, Lee, Ewing, and Spain; No (0);  
Abstain (0).  
Resolutions  
RS2026-1907 A resolution appropriating a total of $375,000 from a certain account of the  
Community Safety Fund for a grant to Gideon’s Army Grassroots Army for  
Children to implement a trauma informed, youth led workforce and leadership  
program for youth to reduce and mitigate violence as part of the Community  
Safety Initiative.  
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the  
Public Health and Safety Committee. Council Member Toombs moved that the  
resolution be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by the  
following roll call vote:  
Suara, Evans-Segall, Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble,  
Cortese, Parker, Capp, Benedict, Harrell, Evans, Bradford,  
Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Taylor, Weiner, Druffel, Gadd, Preptit,  
Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles,  
Lee, Ewing, and Spain  
Yes (33)  
Hancock  
No (1)  
Webb, and Eslick  
Abstain (2)  
RS2026-1925 A resolution recognizing the contributions of linemen and recognizing April 18,  
2026, as National Linemen Appreciation Day in Nashville and Davidson County.  
The resolution was approved by the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections  
Committee. Council Member Kupin moved to adopt the resolution and that all  
members voting in the affirmative be listed as a cosponsor pursuant to Rule  
12.3 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council, which motion was properly  
seconded. Council Member Suara moved to suspend the rules of procedure to  
introduce a late filed amendment. Without objection, Council Member Suara  
offered Amendment No. 1 and moved that it be adopted, which motion was  
seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin  
moved to adopt the resolution as amended and that all members voting in the  
affirmative be listed as a cosponsor pursuant to Rule 12.3 of the Rules of  
Procedure of the Council, which motion was seconded and approved by the  
following vote: Yes (35): Suara, Evans-Segall, Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs,  
Cortese, Parker, Capp, Benedict, Harrell, Hancock, Webb, Eslick, Evans,  
Bradford, Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Taylor, Weiner, Druffel, Gadd, Preptit,  
Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles, Lee, Ewing, and  
Spain; No (0); Abstain (0).  
Bills on Introduction and First Reading  
BL2026-1355 An ordinance amending Section 2.04.030 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws  
relative to the Metropolitan Council Office.  
Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered  
at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Charter Revision  
Committee and the Government Operations and Regulations Committee.  
BL2026-1356 An ordinance amending Chapter 2.24.225 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to  
modify appraisal requirements for certain real estate acquisitions made by the  
Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure and for  
Choose How You Move projects.  
Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered  
at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Budget and Finance  
Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
BL2026-1357 An ordinance amending Chapter 2.40 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative  
to the Department of Law.  
Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered  
at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Budget and Finance  
Committee.  
BL2026-1358 An ordinance amending certain sections and subsections of Chapter 2.62,  
Chapter 12.56, and Title 13 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to modify fees  
charged by the Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal  
Infrastructure (“NDOT”) and make various other changes.  
Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered  
at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Budget and Finance  
Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
BL2026-1359 An ordinance amending Chapter 13.32 of the Metropolitan Code of Law relative  
to removals of obstructions in the right-of-way.  
Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered  
at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Transportation and  
Infrastructure Committee.  
BL2026-1360 An ordinance amending Chapter 17.28 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to  
amend regulations on underground utilities (Proposal No. 2026Z-___TX-001).  
Council Member Styles moved that the bill be passed on first reading, which  
motion was properly seconded. Council Member Styles offered a substitute bill  
and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a  
voice vote of the Council.  
BL2026-1360 An ordinance amending Chapter 17.28 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to  
amend regulations on underground utilities (Proposal No. 2026Z-010TX-001).  
Council Member Styles moved that the bill be passed on first reading as  
substituted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the  
Council. The bill is referred to the Planning Commission.  
BL2026-1361 An ordinance to amend Chapter 17.37 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to  
establish an East Bank Design Review Committee within the Downtown Code  
(“DTC”), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-___TX-001).  
Council Member Benedict moved that the bill be passed on first reading, which  
motion was properly seconded. Council Member Benedict offered a substitute  
bill and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by  
a voice vote of the Council.  
BL2026-1361 An ordinance to amend Chapter 17.37 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to  
establish an East Bank Design Review Committee within the Downtown Code  
(“DTC”), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-011TX-001).  
Council Member Benedict moved that the bill be passed on first reading as  
substituted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the  
Council. The bill is referred to the Planning Commission.  
BL2026-1362 An ordinance requiring an annual review and an annual presentation to the  
Budget and Finance Committee of the Metropolitan Council from all boards,  
commissions, departments, and authorities offering tax abatement incentives.  
Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered  
at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Budget and Finance  
Committee.  
BL2026-1363 An ordinance to provide for the designation of public property within specified  
areas of downtown Nashville as a temporary “Special Event Zone” during the  
time period beginning at six o’clock (6:00) a.m. on June 3, 2026, and ending at  
midnight (12:00) on June 8, 2026, relative to the use of these areas in  
conjunction with the 2026 CMA Fest and related activities and events.  
Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered  
at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Arts, Parks, Libraries, and  
Entertainment Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee.  
BL2026-1364 An ordinance approving a lease agreement between the Metropolitan  
Government of Nashville and Davidson County and Hessel Properties, GP for  
use of 74,374 square feet of office space located at 1283 Murfreesboro Pike  
(Parcel No. 12000015500)(Proposal No.2026M-015AG-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly  
seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular  
meeting. The bill is referred to the Budget and Finance Committee, the  
Government Operations and Regulations Committee and the Planning and  
Zoning Committee.  
BL2026-1365 An ordinance authorizing the abandonment of a portion of Alley #2076, Alley  
#2077, Alley #2078, and Stanley Street right-of-way. (Proposal Number  
2026M-002AB-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly  
seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular  
meeting. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee and the  
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
BL2026-1366 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County to accept new public water and sanitary sewer mains, fire  
hydrant assemblies, sanitary sewer manholes and associated easements, for  
two properties located at 3124 Murfreesboro Pike and 3201 Hamilton Church  
Road, also known as Antioch 15 Phase 2 (MWS Project Nos. 25-WL-45 &  
25-SL-109 and Proposal No. 2026M-021ES-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly  
seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular  
meeting. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee and the  
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
BL2026-1367 An ordinance authorizing the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County to abandon existing public water main, sanitary sewer  
manhole and easements, and to accept new public water main, fire hydrant  
assembly, sanitary sewer manhole and easements, for property located at 110  
Tune Airport Drive, also known as Atlantic Aviation JWN Phase 1 (MWS Project  
Nos. 25-WL-84 and 25-SL-210 and Proposal No. 2026M-027ES-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning Commission. Upon motion duly  
seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular  
meeting. The bill is referred to the Planning and Zoning Committee and the  
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  
Bills on Second Reading  
BL2026-1254 An ordinance to amend Title 6 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding the  
disclosure of personalized algorithmic and dynamic pricing.  
The bill was recommended for deferral to the July 21, 2026 Council meeting by  
the Government Operations and Regulations Committee. Council Member  
Cortese moved to defer the bill to the July 21, 2026 Council meeting, which  
motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.  
BL2026-1334 An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and  
Davidson County to abandon existing reservoir drain line, and to accept new  
public sanitary sewer main, sanitary sewer manholes and easements, for  
property located at 1431 Vultee Boulevard, also known as Jetway Logistics  
(MWS Project Nos. 25-WL-53 and 25-SL-57 and Proposal No.  
2025M-194ES-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee and the  
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Council Member Bradford moved  
that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was seconded and  
approved by a voice vote of the Council, with Council Member Allen abstaining.  
Bills on Third Reading  
BL2026-1255 An ordinance amending Chapter 13.08 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws,  
related to sandwich board signs in the public right-of-way.  
Council Member Horton moved that the bill be deferred, which motion was  
seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.  
BL2026-1273 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning  
Ordinance of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,  
to make various changes to the Downtown Code (DTC), all of which is  
described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-002TX-001)  
The bill was approved with amendments by the Planning and Zoning  
Committee. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third  
reading, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Kupin offered  
Proposed Amendment 2, hereinafter referred to as Amendment A, and moved  
that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of  
the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third  
reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member  
Kupin offered Proposed Amendment 3, hereinafter referred to as Amendment B,  
and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a  
voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed  
on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council  
Member Kupin offered Proposed Amendment 4 and moved that it be adopted,  
which motion was properly seconded. After discussion, Council Member Kupin  
withdrew the motion to amend with Proposed Amendment 4. Council Member  
Kupin offered Proposed Amendment 5, hereinafter referred to as Amendment  
C, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by  
a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be  
passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded.  
Council Member Kupin offered Proposed Amendment 6, hereinafter referred to  
as Amendment D, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded  
and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that  
the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly  
seconded. Council Member Capp offered Proposed Amendment 20, hereinafter  
referred to as Amendment E, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was  
seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin  
moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was  
properly seconded. Council Member Capp offered Proposed Amendment 22,  
hereinafter referred to as Amendment F, and moved that it be adopted, which  
motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council  
Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended,  
which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Capp offered Proposed  
Amendment 23, hereinafter referred to as Amendment G, and moved that it be  
adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the  
Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading  
as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Capp  
offered Proposed Amendment 24, hereinafter referred to as Amendment H, and  
moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice  
vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on  
third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council  
Member Capp offered Proposed Amendment 25, hereinafter referred to as  
Amendment I, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and  
approved by a voice vote of the Council, with Council Member Hancock  
abstaining. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third  
reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member  
Capp offered Proposed Amendment 27, hereinafter referred to as Amendment  
J, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a  
voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed  
on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council  
Member Capp moved to suspend the rules of procedure to introduce a late filed  
amendment. Without objection, Council Member Capp offered Proposed Late  
Amendment 1, hereinafter referred to as Amendment K, and moved that it be  
adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the  
Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading  
as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Capp  
moved to suspend the rules of procedure to introduce a late filed amendment.  
Without objection, Council Member Capp offered Proposed Late Amendment 2,  
hereinafter referred to as Amendment L, and moved that it be adopted, which  
motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council  
Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading as amended,  
which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Parker offered Proposed  
Amendment 15, hereinafter referred to as Amendment M, and moved that it be  
adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the  
Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading  
as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Benedict  
offered Proposed Amendment 12, hereinafter referred to as Amendment N, and  
moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice  
vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed on  
third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council  
Member Benedict moved to suspend the rules of procedure to introduce a late  
filed amendment, but was met with requisite objection causing the motion to fail.  
Council Member Horton offered Proposed Amendment 11, hereinafter referred  
to as Amendment O, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded  
and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that  
the bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was properly  
seconded. Council Member Kupin moved to suspend the rules of procedure to  
introduce a late filed amendment. Without objection, Council Member Kupin  
offered Proposed Late Amendment 4, hereinafter referred to as Amendment P,  
and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a  
voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the bill be passed  
on third reading as amended, which motion was properly seconded. Council  
Member Kupin offered Proposed Amendment 10, hereinafter referred to as  
Amendment Q, and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and  
approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Kupin moved that the  
bill be passed on third reading as amended, which motion was seconded and  
approved by the following vote: Yes (37): Suara, Evans-Segall, Allen, Hill,  
Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Parker, Capp, Benedict, Harrell,  
Hancock, Webb, Eslick, Evans, Bradford, Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Horton,  
Taylor, Weiner, Druffel, Gadd, Preptit, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis,  
Sepulveda, Rutherford, Styles, Lee, Ewing, and Spain; No (0); Abstain (0).  
BL2026-1284 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning  
Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,  
by changing from IG to DTC zoning for various properties located east of  
Korean Veterans Boulevard and south of Sylvan Street (40.96 acres), all of  
which is described herein (Proposal No. 2026Z-009PR-001).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee. Council Member  
Kupin moved that the bill be passed on third reading, which motion was  
seconded and approved by the following vote: Yes (36): Suara, Evans-Segall,  
Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble, Cortese, Parker, Capp, Benedict,  
Harrell, Hancock, Webb, Eslick, Evans, Bradford, Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin,  
Horton, Taylor, Druffel, Gadd, Preptit, Johnston, Nash, Benton, Ellis, Sepulveda,  
Rutherford, Styles, Lee, Ewing, and Spain; No (0); Abstain (0).  
BL2026-1311 An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning  
Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,  
by amending a portion of a Planned Unit Development Overlay District to permit  
120 multi-family residential units on property located at 201 Gifford Place,  
located at the corner of Gifford Place and Whites Creek Pike (3.11 acres),  
zoned CS and within a Planned Unit Development Overlay District, all of which  
is described herein (Proposal No. 61-77P-005).  
The bill was approved by the Planning and Zoning Committee. Council Member  
Kimbrough moved that the bill be passed on third reading, which motion was  
properly seconded. After discussion, Council Member Benedict called for the  
previous question, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of  
the Council. The matter recurred on the motion that the bill be passed on third  
reading, which motion was seconded and approved by the following roll call  
vote:  
Suara, Evans-Segall, Allen, Hill, Kimbrough, Toombs, Gamble,  
Cortese, Parker, Capp, Benedict, Harrell, Hancock, Evans,  
Bradford, Gregg, Vo, Cash, Kupin, Horton, Taylor, Gadd, Preptit,  
Ellis, Sepulveda, Rutherford, Lee, Ewing, and Spain  
Yes (29)  
Webb, Eslick, Johnston, and Benton  
Druffel, Nash, and Styles  
No (4)  
Abstain (3)  
Adjournment  
Upon motion duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.