Nashville public meetings in 2023

Zoning Appeals Board

The Metropolitan Board of Zoning Appeals heard five cases on December 21, 2023. Four were granted unanimously, including a special exception for a 3,480-square-foot addition to St. Mark's Missionary Baptist Church at 3903 Milford Rd. A variance for a 26.5-foot second story on a garage at 1711 Sevier St was denied 2-3 and reset to January 4, 2024.

• Granted special exception for 3,480sf church addition at 3903 Milford Rd (Case 2023-146)
• Granted side setback variance for carport/shed at 5112 Wilmar Dr (Case 2023-148)
• Denied height variance for 26.5' second story on garage at 1711 Sevier St; reset to 1/4/2024 (Case 2023-150)
• Granted Item D appeal for second-story addition at 1714B Underwood St (Case 2023-152)
• Granted setback variance for covered porch at 2720 Alvin Sperry Pass (Case 2023-153)

Community Review Board

The Community Review Board is meeting to discuss board operations, including communication with the Metro Nashville Police Department chief, bylaws and rules, meeting schedules, and organizational structure. The meeting includes public comment and updates from the executive director and research team.

• Board & MNPD Chief Communication discussion
• Bylaws & Rules discussion
• Board & Committee Meeting(s) discussion
• CRB Organizational Structure discussion
• Research Team Update

Nashville Education, Community and Arts Television Board

The Nashville Education, Community and Arts Television Board will meet to vote on approving previous meeting minutes and discuss financial reports, a quarterly update from Nashville Public Library, and a chair report. No major policy decisions or funding allocations are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes (voting item)
• Financials review
• NPL Quarterly report discussion
• Chair report

Historic Zoning Commission

The Metro Historic Zoning Commission will consider a consent agenda of administrative permits, then hold public hearings on 19 applications for new construction, additions, outbuildings, and infill projects in historic overlays. Two violation cases (1807 Beechwood Ave and 3612 Central Ave) and a request for rehearing on 3806 Central Ave are also on the agenda.

• Violation case at 1807 Beechwood Ave (Belmont-Hillsboro overlay) for unapproved addition
• Violation case at 3612 Central Ave (Richland-West End overlay) — agreement to resolve noted
• Request for rehearing on 3806 Central Ave (Richland-West End overlay)
• New construction infill at 1004 15th Ave S (Edgehill overlay) and 2109 10th Ave S (Waverly-Belmont overlay)
• Deferral requested for 1224 Howard Ave (Inglewood Place overlay)

The Metro Historic Zoning Commission approved several new construction, addition, and infill projects, each with specific conditions to meet design guidelines. A violation case at 1807 Beechwood Ave was approved with conditions, while a request to paint historic brick at 1228 6th Ave N was approved with a condition to match existing finish. Two items were deferred, and one violation case was removed from the agenda.

• Approved consent items including 46 administrative permits, with 519 Fatherland St deferred (unanimous)
• Approved 1807 Beechwood Ave side porch enclosure with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved 1228 6th Ave N masonry paint request with condition to match existing finish (5-1, Mosley opposed)
• Approved 2023 Benjamin St addition with conditions including keeping one window (unanimous)
• Approved 600 A Fatherland St outbuilding with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved 1004 15th Ave S infill and outbuilding with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved 1504 Holly St infill with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved 1414 Franklin Ave infill and outbuilding with conditions (unanimous)

Beer Permit Board

The Metro Beer Permit Board will consider 16 applications for new or transferred beer permits, including several new on-site sales locations and multiple Circle K ownership changes. Another 17 items are listed as deferred indefinitely due to missing documents or requests to withdraw. The board will also approve minutes from the December 7 meeting and hear public comment.

• New on-site permits: Schulman's (1201 Porter Rd), Bad Idea (1021 Russell St), Sushi Kingdom Madison (2010 Gallatin Pike N), The Loft at Third Coast (1310 Clinton St), Hi-Wire Brewing Nashville (820 Division St), Park Cafe (4403 Murphy Rd), Brewhouse West (7108 Charlotte Pike)
• Off-site ownership changes: Circle K at 5400 Old Hickory Blvd, 2301 Murfreesboro Pike, 4190 Nolensville Pike, 1101 Bell Rd, 26A Tusculum Rd; Cancun Market (4705 Old Hickory Blvd); La Cocina Market (2825 Smith Springs Rd)
• New mobile beer permit: The Nashville Party Truck (69 Trimble St)
• 17 items deferred indefinitely for missing documents, including Eden Event Center, Frankies Nashville, Main Five, River Mart, Bahia Hondureña y Mexican Grill, Cheba Hut, H-Cues Upstairs Poolroom, Candlelight Ball, Tacos and Tequilas, Bowie's, Jalisco Supermarket
• One withdrawal request: Cheba Hut (329 Donelson Pike #103)

The Metro Beer Permit Board unanimously approved 16 applications for new locations and ownership changes, deferred 11 applications indefinitely due to missing documents, and withdrew 4 applications at the request of the applicants. The board also approved the minutes from the December 7, 2023 meeting. No public comments were made.

• Approved 16 on-sale and off-sale beer permit applications (unanimous)
• Deferred 11 applications indefinitely due to missing documents (unanimous)
• Withdrew 4 applications at applicant request (unanimous)
• Approved December 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Nashville Entertainment Commission

The Nashville Music, Film, and Entertainment Commission will meet to discuss the executive director job description and budget as unfinished business, along with routine items like public comment and approval of minutes.

• Unfinished Business: Executive Director Job Description
• Unfinished Business: Budget

Transportation Licensing Commission

The Transportation Licensing Commission will hold a work session to discuss a process for deciding which, if any, ET permits will not be renewed at the next annual meeting in April 2024. This discussion follows amendments to chapter 6.77 by BL 2023-1869 and updated data from the Connect Downtown Study. No decisions will be made during this work session.

• Discussion of ET permit non-renewal process for April 2024
• Amendments to chapter 6.77 by BL 2023-1869
• Updated data from Connect Downtown Study

Housing Trust Fund Commission

The Metropolitan Housing Trust Fund Commission will discuss and vote on several items, including electing a temporary chair through January 2024, approving contract extension requests for the TVA Weatherization Program, and revising Round 12 ARPA special funding grant policies. The commission will also discuss the timeline for Round 13 general funding and receive updates on commissioner appointments and a compliance monitor position.

• Vote to elect Vice Chair Gina Emmanuel as temporary Chair through Jan 31, 2024
• Vote on contract extension requests for Pathway Lending/TVA Weatherization Program
• Vote on Round 12 ARPA Special Funding Round revisions: change FY24 to FY23, extend grant application deadline to Jan 22, 2023, discuss two new surplus properties, remove funding caps for all Round 12 grants
• Discussion of Round 13 Barnes General Funding Round timeline (late January 2024)
• Update on HTF Commissioner appointments/expirations and introduction of new Commissioners CM Brandon Taylor and Antone Christianson-Galina

Short Term Rental Appeals Board

The Short Term Rental Appeals Board will hear one appeal: Seyward Davis challenges the zoning administrator's revocation of a short-term rental permit at 1107 Laurent St, arguing the property is the owner's primary dwelling. The board will decide whether to allow an early permit application.

• Appeal of STR permit revocation for 1107 Laurent St (Case STR 2023-68)
• Owner Seyward Davis claims property is primary dwelling, challenging zoning administrator's decision
• Board discretion: N (non-owner-occupied permit type)
• Governing ordinance: BL2020-187

Metropolitan Council

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider six resolutions: authorizing a workforce development agreement, accepting a grant for emergency animal medical care and a pet pantry, approving amendments to HIV/AIDS prevention grants, accepting a homeland security grant for terrorism preparedness, and accepting a justice assistance grant for police training and equipment. A presentation on the 'Know Your Community' report is also scheduled.

• RS2023-143: Grant from Friends of Metro Animal Care and Control for emergency animal medical care and Pet Pantry
• RS2023-144 & RS2023-145: Amendments to federal HIV/AIDS prevention and Minority AIDS Initiative grants
• RS2023-146: Homeland Security Grant for terrorism preparedness via Office of Emergency Management
• RS2023-147: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for police training and equipment
• Metro Social Services presentation: 'Know Your Community' report

Metropolitan Council

The Rules, Confirmations, & Public Elections Committee is reviewing several resolutions and board appointments. This includes a late filed resolution regarding permit fee waivers for property damaged by the December 9, 2023 tornado.

• Resolution to waive certain permit fees for repairing or rebuilding property damaged by the December 9, 2023 tornado
• Resolution encouraging the Tennessee General Assembly to amend the state constitution regarding ordinance violation fines
• Airport Authority reappointment of William H. Freeman
• Arts Commission appointment of John P. Nefflen
• Greenways and Open Space Commission reappointment of Grant Winrow

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing appointments to various local commissions and authorities. The agenda also includes resolutions for legal settlements, property transfers, and grant acceptances.

• Settlement of claims including Nashville Rescue Mission totaling $213,966.13
• Appointment of members to the Arts Commission and Airport Authority
• Agreement with Harpeth Valley Utilities District for water meter reading
• In-kind grant from West Nashville Sports League for Edwin Warner Park HVAC
• $500 settlement for an ADA claim involving Jane Doe

Farmers Market Board

The board will receive a presentation on a new retail store concept from staff, discuss non-exempt business closures, and hear reports from the executive director and market staff. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Presentation of new retail store concept by Darrell Lane
• Discussion of non-exempt business closures
• Approval of November 2023 meeting minutes
• Executive Director's report
• Marketing and finance staff reports

Nashville Entertainment Commission

The Nashville Music, Film, and Entertainment Commission Bylaws Subcommittee is meeting to discuss unfinished and new business related to its bylaws. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• Call to Order
• Unfinished Business
• New Business
• Adjourn

Metropolitan Council

The Public Facilities, Arts, and Culture Committee is meeting to review four resolutions, all involving in-kind grants or corrections to prior grants. These items are under consideration and will be voted on by the committee. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no major policy decisions.

• RS2023-137: Corrects a typo in a prior resolution about an in-kind grant
• RS2023-138: Accepts in-kind grant from Joe C. Davis Foundation and Friends of Mill Ridge Park for two signs at Mill Ridge Park and Moore Farm
• RS2023-139: Accepts in-kind grant from West Nashville Sports League for new HVAC system at Edwin Warner Park maintenance building
• RS2023-140: Accepts in-kind grant from Dalton Family for a bench with plaque at Parmer Park

Health and Educational Facilities Board

The Health and Educational Facilities Board will hold a public hearing and consider supplemental final approval of a $34 million multifamily housing revenue bond for the Joseph Ave Apartments project at 590 Joseph Ave. The board will also elect a secretary, review minutes, and receive a report on a debt obligation for EC Nashville Christian Towers.

• Public hearing on $34,000,000 Multifamily Housing Revenue Bond (Joseph Ave Apartments Project) Series 2023
• Supplemental final approval request by Joseph Ave Partners, LP
• Election of Secretary
• Information item: Reports on Debt Obligation (EC Nashville Christian Towers, LLC)

Hospital Authority Board

The Metropolitan Hospital Authority Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to consider two contracts: a $3,487,326.18 purchase agreement with Presidio Networked Solutions for wireless deployment, network and cabling upgrades, and security enhancements; and a $453,000 statement of work with Parallon Business Performance Group for reimplementing a data transfer connection. The board will also approve committee assignments for Finance, CEO Performance Evaluation, Bylaws Review, Compliance, Credentials, Quality, and Executive. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per speaker on agenda items scheduled for approval.

• Approval of $3,487,326.18 contract with Presidio Networked Solutions for wireless deployment, network upgrade, cabling upgrade, and security enhancement
• Approval of $453,000 statement of work with Parallon Business Performance Group for data transfer connection reimplementation
• Approval of committee assignments for Finance, CEO Performance Evaluation, MNHA Bylaws Review, Compliance, Credentials, Quality, and Executive
• Public comment period for agenda items scheduled for approval
• Next regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 25, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.

Hospital Authority Board

The Metropolitan Hospital Authority Board of Trustees Finance Committee is meeting to consider two contracts: a $3,487,326.18 purchase agreement with Presidio Networked Solutions for wireless deployment and network upgrades, and a $453,000 project fee with Parallon Business Performance Group for data transfer reimplementation. The committee will also address conflict of interest disclosures.

• $3,487,326.18 contract with Presidio Networked Solutions for wireless deployment, network upgrade, cabling upgrade, and security enhancement
• $453,000 project fee with Parallon Business Performance Group for reimplementation of an open connection for data transfer
• No competitive bids sought for either contract; Presidio is Cisco Preferred Vendor

Metropolitan Council

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee is meeting to discuss a late-filed resolution that would waive certain permit fees for repairing or rebuilding property damaged by the December 9, 2023 tornado, and a bill on second reading that would amend the Metropolitan Code's definition of beer. Public comment is limited to eight minutes total, with two minutes per speaker.

• Resolution to waive permit fees for tornado-damaged property repairs (Dec. 9, 2023 tornado)
• BL2023-119: Amends Title 7 of the Metropolitan Code to change the definition of beer

Metropolitan Council

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider several resolutions and bills, including property transfers, water main abandonments, and numerous zoning changes. Key items include rezoning for a hotel, a self-storage facility, and residential developments. The committee will also vote on building material restrictions for several specific plan districts.

• RS2023-132: Transfer of two water/sewer parcels to Metro
• BL2023-122: Water main abandonment/acceptance at 300 HM Hutcherson Alley
• BL2023-123: Water/sewer main changes at 1600 County Hospital Road (Cumberland Logistics Park)
• BL2023-91/92: Rezoning to SP for hotel/retail at 611 Cowan Street
• BL2023-101/102: Rezoning to SP for 78 single-family units at 4057 Maxwell Road

Metropolitan Council

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider 22 items, including a $213,966 settlement for sidewalk claims, a stormwater fee appeal process, and a $500 ADA settlement. Other actions involve grants, donations, and contracts for equipment, parks, and public safety. The meeting includes public comment on legislative items.

• RS2023-136: $213,966 settlement for sidewalk claims against Metro from NDOT Sidewalk Fund
• RS2023-133: Stormwater capacity fee appeal process amendment to Ordinance BL2023-1690
• RS2023-135: $500 ADA settlement and accommodation policy for board members
• RS2023-148: Grant application for Connect Downtown Adaptive Signal System to reduce traffic congestion
• Late resolution: Waiver of permit fees for property damaged by December 9, 2023 tornado

Metropolitan Council

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on several resolutions and bills. Items include a stormwater capacity fee appeal process, a grant application for a downtown adaptive signal system, acceptance of private donations for infrastructure studies, and multiple water/sewer main abandonments and acceptances for specific properties.

• RS2023-133: Amends ordinance to create a stormwater capacity fee appeal process
• RS2023-148: Approves application for a Carbon Reduction Program Grant for the Connect Downtown: Adaptive Signal System project
• RS2023-149: Accepts $50,000 donation from VFV Partners, LLC for infrastructure near 2760 Murfreesboro Pike
• RS2023-150: Accepts $15,000 donation from Albion Residential for Pie Town Mobility Study analysis
• BL2023-123: Abandons and accepts water/sewer mains at 1600 County Hospital Road (Cumberland Logistics Park)

Metropolitan Council

The joint Budget and Finance and Government Operations committees are meeting to consider two contracts related to Nashville.gov. One is a sole source contract with Carahsoft for hosting and security, and the other is a contract with Net Tango for website maintenance and development. Both are on the agenda for action.

• BL2023-81: Sole source contract with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for Nashville.gov hosting/security and departmental system licensing/support
• BL2023-2: Contract with Net Tango, Inc. for Nashville.gov website maintenance and development, replacing expiring contract #432814

Historical Commission

The Metropolitan Historical Commission will vote on approving two new historical markers: one for Coach Cornelius Ridley at 613 17th Ave N and one for the Metro Nashville District Energy System at 1st Ave S and Korean Veterans Blvd. The meeting also includes a guest speaker on the Nashville Civil Rights Movement Documentation Project and a report on historic zoning.

• Vote on new historical marker for Coach Cornelius Ridley (1932-2003) at 613 17th Ave N, funded privately by Vanderbilt University
• Vote on new historical marker for Metro Nashville District Energy System at 1st Ave S and Korean Veterans Blvd, funded privately by Constellation
• Revisions to Historical Marker Guidelines to be voted on
• Guest speaker Robbie D. Jones presenting on the Nashville Civil Rights Movement Documentation Project
• Historic Zoning Report from Robin Zeigler

The Metropolitan Historical Commission unanimously approved two new historical markers: one for Coach Cornelius Ridley at 613 17th Ave N and one for the Metro Nashville District Energy System at 1st Ave S and Korean Veterans Blvd. The commission also approved revisions to the Historical Marker Program Guidelines, clarifying that the same marker text cannot be placed at multiple locations and codifying efforts to increase inclusivity in marker texts. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a guest presentation on the Nashville Civil Rights Movement Documentation Project and a director's report on the Sunnyside construction update.

• Approved historical marker for Coach Cornelius Ridley (unanimous)
• Approved historical marker for Metro Nashville District Energy System (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Historical Marker Program Guidelines (unanimous)

Election Commission

The Davidson County Election Commission will vote to call the March 5, 2024 Presidential Preference Primary, County Primary, and Berry Hill Municipal Election. They will also approve candidates who met the December 14 qualifying deadline, poll officials, early voting schedule and locations, and schedule post-election procedures such as absentee counting and provisional ballot processing.

• Call March 5, 2024 Presidential Preference Primary, County Primary, and Berry Hill Municipal Election
• Approve County Primary and Berry Hill Municipal candidates who met December 14 qualifying deadline
• Approve Poll Officials for March 5 election
• Approve Early Voting Schedule and locations for March 5 election
• Schedule absentee counting board and provisional ballot processing for March 5 election

The Davidson County Election Commission unanimously approved calling the March 5, 2024 Presidential Preference Primary, County Primary, and Berry Hill Municipal Election, and approved the candidate list, poll officials, early voting schedule and locations, and related election procedures. All votes were unanimous. The commission also approved minutes from the September 22, 2023 meeting and scheduled certification and counting board meetings.

• Approved minutes from September 22, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Called March 5, 2024 Presidential Preference Primary, County Primary, and Berry Hill Municipal Election (unanimous)
• Approved candidates who met December 14 qualifying deadline for March 5 ballot (unanimous)
• Approved all active poll officials for March 5 election (unanimous)
• Approved early voting schedule and 12 locations for March 5 election (unanimous)
• Scheduled locking of provisional ballot and absentee ballot security containers for Jan 4, 2024 (unanimous)
• Scheduled Absentee Counting Board for March 5, 2024 (unanimous)
• Scheduled Provisional Counting Board for March 13, 2024 (unanimous)

Human Relations Commission

The Metro Human Relations Commission is meeting to discuss the executive director evaluation and a complaints update. The agenda includes only new business items; no votes or decisions are listed.

• Executive director evaluation
• Complaints update

Human Relations Commission

This is an ad hoc committee meeting of the Metro Human Relations Commission. The committee will discuss defining its purpose and goals and review the commission's bylaws. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is procedural.

• Define purpose and goals for the ad hoc committee
• Review bylaws and rules of the commission

Sports Authority Board

The Sports Authority Board will consider resolutions approving an audit of the Major League Soccer stadium construction project, delegating authority for stadium lease reimbursement requests, and adopting a new procurement policy. The board will also review the Bridgestone Arena capital asset management plan and flood repair updates.

• Consider a resolution approving audit of the Major League Soccer Stadium construction project recommendations
• Consider a resolution approving delegation of authority for reimbursement requests under Amendment No. 7 to the stadium lease
• Consider a resolution approving and adopting a proposed procurement policy
• Review of FY23 Bridgestone Arena Capital Asset Management Plan (CAMP)
• Arena flood repair updates Phase 2 & 3

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Consumer Advisory Board Committee will meet to follow up on the November 30 Executive Committee meeting, including whether CAB bylaws will go before the Homelessness Planning Council for adoption. They will also discuss a request for funding to send eligible tenants to the NLIHC Housing Policy Forum in March 2024, and begin planning for 2024, including updating their inventory list.

• Follow-up on Executive Committee meeting of 11/30/2023
• Discussion of CAB Bylaws going before HPC for adoption
• Funding request for tenants to attend NLIHC Housing Policy Forum, March 19-21, 2024
• Planning for 2024 and additions to CAB inventory list

Health Board

The Board of Health is deciding whether to grant a one-year variance to keep the annual air pollution permit fee at $40 per ton of regulated pollutants (except carbon monoxide) for calendar year 2023, instead of the higher $61.73 per ton that would result from the standard formula. The fee funds the Title V operating permit program and the general air pollution fund. The recommendation is to maintain the $40 rate, which is projected to collect $330,710 for the Title V program and $162,226 for the general fund.

• Vote on variance to set annual emission fee at $40 per ton for 2023
• Fee applies to all permitted sources in Nashville/Davidson County
• Projected revenue: $330,710 for Title V program, $162,226 for general air pollution fund
• Standard fee would be $61.73 per ton under Clean Air Act formula

Planning Commission

The Metro Planning Commission is considering adopting a formal set of rules and procedures for the Downtown Code Design Review Committee (DTC DRC). The proposed document covers membership, officer duties, ethical standards, meeting procedures, public comment rules, and application processes. This is a procedural item that would replace the current practice of relying on general Planning Commission rules.

• Proposed rules specify public comment limits: 2 minutes for individuals, 5 minutes for organization representatives
• Revisions to plans must be submitted at least 13 calendar days before a meeting
• Consent agenda items recommended for approval by Planning and Transportation departments
• Appeals of DRC decisions may be made to the Metropolitan Planning Commission
• Rules address conflict of interest and ex parte communications for committee members

The Metro Planning Commission approved a Specific Plan rezoning for a 36.92-acre site at 3539 Dickerson Pike, allowing a mixed-use development with 525 multi-family residential units and 22,000 square feet of non-residential space. The commission also approved several other rezoning and subdivision requests, including a 51-unit residential project on Hampton Street and a 109-lot subdivision in the Emerson Hills development. Multiple items were deferred to future meetings, and one rezoning request was denied and replaced with an alternative zoning designation.

• Approved 525-unit mixed-use SP at 3539 Dickerson Pike (9-0)
• Approved 51-unit residential SP at 1520 Hampton Street (9-0)
• Approved 18-lot Oakwood Preserve concept plan (9-0)
• Approved 109-lot Emerson Hills Phase 2 final plat (9-0)
• Approved 35-lot Sycamore Estates final plat (9-0)
• Approved 29-lot Oliveri Phase 1 final plat (9-0)
• Denied R6 rezoning at 1708 17th Ave N, approved R6-A instead (6-3)
• Approved zoning code amendment allowing covered front porches in setbacks (9-0)

Sports Authority Board

The Finance & Audit Review Committee will consider approving minutes, reviewing the Bridgestone Arena capital plan and flood repairs, and voting on resolutions related to the MLS stadium audit, reimbursement delegation, and a new procurement policy.

• Review of FY23 Bridgestone Arena Capital Asset Management Plan
• Arena flood repair updates for phases 2 and 3
• Resolution approving audit of MLS stadium construction project recommendations
• Resolution approving delegation of authority for stadium lease reimbursement requests under Amendment No. 7
• Resolution approving and adopting a proposed procurement policy

Wastewater Hearing Authority

The Wastewater Hearing Authority is meeting to review and approve meeting minutes, set 2024 meeting dates, and discuss the Onsite Environmental Agreed Order and the Semiannual Report. The agenda also includes an update on Fats, Oils, and Grease (F.O.G.) enforcement and annual ethics training. This is a routine administrative meeting with no specific decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review and approval of meeting minutes
• Review and approval of 2024 meeting dates
• Review of the Onsite Environmental Agreed Order
• Review of the Semiannual Report
• F.O.G. Enforcement Update

The Wastewater Hearing Authority reviewed the Agreed Order with Onsite Environmental, noting improved compliance but ongoing monitoring. They also reviewed the Semi-Annual Report on industrial users in violation, including Welcome to 1979 and NWI, and discussed FOG enforcement updates. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved 2024 meeting dates (no vote tally recorded)
• Reviewed Onsite Environmental Agreed Order status
• Reviewed Semi-Annual Report on significant industrial users
• Discussed FOG enforcement update template

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council's Public Facilities, Arts, & Culture Committee is holding a special called meeting to discuss the Metro Arts grants funding process. The executive director of the Metro Arts Commission will be a guest for the discussion. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of this discussion item and adjournment.

• Discussion of Metro Arts Grants Funding Process with guest Daniel Singh, Executive Director, Metro Arts Commission

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The council will receive reports from the OHS director and MDHA collaborative applicant, review HMIS monthly data, and discuss new business including HUD TA cloudburst engagement, a Family 100 Day Housing Challenge, a board retreat update, and the Point-In-Time count. No action items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Report from OHS Director April Calvin
• HMIS Monthly Data update by Hannah Cornejo-Nell
• HUD TA Cloudburst Engagement discussion
• Family 100 Day Housing Challenge update
• Point In Time Count update

Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board (Inactive)

The board will consider new and renewal entertainer permits and business licenses for several periods from October 12 to December 13, 2023. It will also discuss canceling the December 27 meeting due to the Christmas holiday. The agenda includes public comment, approval of October 11 minutes, and an inspector's report.

• New entertainer permits from October 12 to December 13, 2023
• Renewal entertainer permits from October 12 to December 13, 2023
• New business licenses from October 12 to December 13, 2023
• Renewal business licenses from October 12 to December 13, 2023
• Discussion on canceling the December 27, 2023 meeting for Christmas holiday

Community Review Board

The Community Review Board's executive committee will meet to discuss a meeting with the police chief, a memorandum of understanding, and internal board structures. The meeting is open to the public, with accommodations available upon request.

• Discussion of meeting with the Mayor and Chief of Police
• Discussion of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
• Discussion of CRB internal structures

Social Services Commission

The Metro Social Services Board of Commissioners is meeting for a retreat to discuss departmental updates, strategic planning, and budget updates. The agenda includes approval of the August meeting summary and presentations from program staff on adult and family services, burial services, and nutrition programs.

• Approval of the August meeting summary
• Departmental updates from Adult & Family Services, Burial Services, and Nutrition Program
• Strategic planning discussion with Finley & Bailey
• Strategic planning and research update from staff
• Budget updates from Andrew Sullivan

Public Library Board

The Nashville Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and receiving reports from the interim director and foundation. The board will also discuss an updated Collection Development Policy for Limitless Libraries and the Your Mind Matters program. No votes on major contracts or budget items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from October 30, October 31, and November 16, 2023
• Updated Collection Development Policy for Limitless Libraries
• Your Mind Matters program discussion
• Public comments period
• Appeal rights notice under Metro Code § 2.68.030

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council Executive Committee is meeting to discuss lobbyist engagement. The agenda contains only this discussion item plus procedural call to order and adjournment, with no specific proposals or actions listed.

• Discussion of lobbyist engagement

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Continuum of Care Veterans Workgroup will review minutes from October, discuss the Built for Zero initiative, and focus on federal criteria and benchmarks to end veteran homelessness. The group will also consider a request to change the meeting time and receive agency updates.

• Review of first three Federal Criteria and Benchmarks to end Veteran Homelessness with focused discussion on next steps
• Built for Zero update and conversation regarding next steps
• Request to change meeting time
• Agency updates
• Review of minutes from October meeting

Metro Development and Housing Agency Board

The MDHA Board of Commissioners is deciding on two items related to the Park Point East affordable housing project: approving an $8.6 million early release contract for grading and utilities, and authorizing the first step in financing the approximately $86.3 million project. The board is also considering required changes to the Housing Choice Voucher administrative plan under HOTMA.

• $8,632,431.00 early release GMP with Hardaway Construction for grading and utilities at Park Point East
• Extension of Summer Place to South 7th Street included in grading package
• Approximately $86.3 million Park Point East project with 203 affordable units (115 project-based rental assistance, 88 tax credit units at 60% AMI)
• Authorization to begin financing for Park Point East via bond guaranty
• Housing Choice Voucher administrative plan changes related to HOTMA

Fire and Building Code Appeals Board

The Fire and Building Code Appeals Board will consider two appeals: one seeking to install non-fire-rated windows at 202 6th Avenue North, and another requesting approval of an alternative fireproofing assembly for steel beams at a 4-story multi-family building at 405 S 4th Street.

• Appeal 20230092211: request to install windows without fire-rated glass at 202 6th Avenue North, despite a fire separation distance of 0–3 feet
• Appeal 20230095013: request to use an alternative fireproofing assembly for steel beams at 405 S 4th Street, a 4-story multi-family building, reviewed by a third-party engineer

The Board approved Appeal Case No. 20230092211, allowing windows without fire-rated glass at 202 6th Avenue North, subject to a modified restrictive covenant requiring future compliance with the building code. The vote was 6-1, with Chairman Ntoupi dissenting. A second appeal, Case No. 20230095006, was deferred to the January 9, 2024 meeting at the applicant's request. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Appeal Case No. 20230092211 with stipulation (6-1)
• Deferred Appeal Case No. 20230095006 to January 9, 2024

Planning Commission

This is a training session for the Nashville Planning Commission, not a decision-making meeting. It covers the NashvilleNext general plan, community character policies, zoning basics, and subdivision regulations. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Training on NashvilleNext General Plan (2015) and Community Character Policy
• Overview of zoning categories and specific plans (SP)
• Review of subdivision regulations, including rural subdivision options
• Discussion of Hudson et al vs Metro court decision on subdivision review

Housing Trust Fund Commission

The Metropolitan Housing Trust Fund Commission will vote on changes to Round 12 ARPA Special Funding grants, including extending the application deadline to Jan 22, 2023, removing funding caps, and discussing two new surplus properties. They will also elect Gina Emmanuel as temporary chair through Jan 31, 2024, and discuss Round 13 timeline. The meeting includes a financial update and a vote on a contract extension for Pathway Lending/TVA Weatherization Program.

• Vote on Round 12 ARPA Special Funding revisions: extend deadline to Jan 22, 2023, remove funding caps, discuss two new surplus properties
• Elect Gina Emmanuel as temporary chair through Jan 31, 2024
• Vote on contract extension for Pathway Lending/TVA Weatherization Program
• Financial update: Budget to Actuals 11/30/23 and Monthly Barnes Financial Report
• Discussion of Round 13 Barnes General Funding Round timeline (late January 2024)

Fair Commissioners Board

The Fair Commissioners Board is reviewing the financial status of multiple Fairgrounds improvement projects, including the new Exposition Center, Fair Park phases, and infrastructure work. The agenda consists solely of a project cost and funding status report, with no votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Exposition Center project: $35.9M budget, 99% complete
• Fair Park Phase 2: $7.2M budget, 41% complete
• Infrastructure Part 2: $41.3M budget, 5% complete
• Total Fairgrounds improvement projects: $41M, 99% complete
• Grandstands & Speedway repairs: $1.3M, 97% complete

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will vote on a large slate of personnel actions including appointments, terminations/pensions, and eligibility register reports for multiple Metro departments. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public communiques on pending hearings.

• Approval of appointments for 100+ positions across Arts Commission, Codes, Fire, NDOT, Parks, Police, and other departments
• Terminations and pensions including 5 dismissals from Emergency Communications and 1 from Parks Police
• Establishment of eligibility registers for Police Officer 2-Lateral, Water Services Assistant Director, and other classifications
• Return from pension for Michael Joe Street (Paramedic, Fire) and Jimmy W Bowen (Maintenance & Repair Worker Sr, Parks)

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing a presentation on the revenue streams pledged to pay for the new stadium bonds, including sales tax, hotel tax, ticket tax, lease payments, and a PILOT. The presentation details how these revenues are allocated, projected debt service coverage, and safeguards for the general fund. It also identifies revenue streams not pledged to the bonds, such as PSL sales taxes and campus revenues.

• Pledged revenues: stadium sales tax, 1% hotel tax, $3 ticket tax, stadium lease payments, $4M/year water/sewer PILOT
• Series A&B bonds: $425.4M par, no general fund support; Series C&D bonds: $280M par, general fund support
• Projected debt service coverage: 205% in 2028 to 404-520% by 2056
• $45.8M debt service reserve and $230M bond prepayment fund as safeguards
• Non-pledged revenues: Nashville Needs Payment ($1M/year), PSL sales taxes, campus sales/property tax revenues

Employee Benefit Board

The In Line of Duty Committee of the Metropolitan Employee Benefit Board will meet to consider seven medical care appeals from Fire Department employees and pensioners. The agenda includes a public comment period for up to five speakers. No other business is listed.

• Public comment period for up to five persons on agenda items
• In line of duty medical care appeal – Employee from the Fire Department (2 items)
• In line of duty medical care appeal – Pensioner from the Fire Department (2 items)
• In line of duty medical care appeal – Employee from the Fire Department (3 additional items)

Metropolitan Council

The Nashville Metropolitan Council Minority Caucus is meeting to vote on proposed changes to its bylaws and discuss several items including a violence interruption pilot program, an annual reception update, and a retreat recap. The meeting also includes a presentation from CommunityConneXor and updates on an MLK Banquet and an intern position.

• Vote on proposed bylaws changes
• Violence Interruption Pilot program discussion
• Treasurer's report: hiring an accountant and proposed budget
• MLK Banquet scheduled for January 2024
• Presentation by Vickie Harris, Founder & CEO of CommunityConneXor

Traffic and Parking Commission

The Metro Traffic & Parking Commission will consider several traffic safety and operational items, including reducing speed limits on Old Hickory Blvd, Apache Trail, and Hogan Rd; authorizing new traffic signals at Nolensville Pike/Wingrove St and Buena Vista Pike/Cliff Dr; approving a 24/7 loading zone on Grundy St; and discussing a proposed expansion of the downtown No Vending zone. The consent agenda includes a speed limit reduction on Old Hickory Blvd from 45 to 40 mph.

• Reduce speed limit on Old Hickory Blvd from 45 to 40 mph between I-65 and Seven Springs Way/Cloverland Dr (consent item)
• Authorize all-way stop at Hamilton Ave and Hagan St
• Authorize new traffic signal at Nolensville Pike and Wingrove St
• Authorize new traffic signal at Buena Vista Pike and Cliff Dr (nearby development contributing $50,000)
• Approve 24/7 loading zone on north side of Grundy St between 11th Ave N and Comers Alley

The Traffic and Parking Commission approved all consent and regular agenda items, including speed limit reductions, new traffic signals, an all-way stop, and a 24/7 loading zone. A valet fee policy update was deferred for one month. The commission also introduced a proposed expansion of the downtown No Vending Zone, to be considered at the January meeting with proper public notice.

• Approved speed limit reduction on Old Hickory Blvd from 45 to 40 mph (unanimous)
• Approved all-way stop at Hamilton Ave and Hagan St (unanimous)
• Approved new traffic signal at Nolensville Pike and Wingrove St (unanimous)
• Approved new traffic signal at Buena Vista Pike and Cliff Drive (unanimous)
• Approved 24/7 loading zone on Grundy St between 11th and 12th Ave N (unanimous)
• Deferred valet fee policy update for one month (unanimous)
• Approved speed limit reduction on Apache Trail from 40 to 30 mph (unanimous)
• Approved speed limit reduction on Hogan Rd from 35 to 30 mph (unanimous)

Audit Committee

The Metropolitan Nashville Audit Committee will discuss audits of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee and the Major League Soccer Stadium Construction, and receive the city's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY2023. They will also review internal audit project status and administrative matters. The meeting includes public comment and a possible executive session.

• Discussion on audit of Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
• Discussion on audit of Major League Soccer Stadium Construction (issued Nov 27, 2023)
• Presentation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for year ended June 30, 2023
• FY2024 budget status update
• 2024 proposed meeting schedule

The Audit Committee accepted the Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and approved the 2024 meeting schedule. They also discussed audits of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee and the Major League Soccer Stadium construction, with all recommendations accepted except one pending Sports Authority board approval.

• Approved meeting minutes for December 6, 2023
• Accepted FY2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Approved 2024 Audit Committee meeting schedule
• Adjourned public meeting

Ethical Conduct Board

The Board of Ethical Conduct will review a request for an advisory opinion submitted by Council Member Clay Capp regarding Metro Code Section 2.222.040.B. The meeting includes a discussion to determine the next steps for issuing the requested opinion.

• Advisory opinion request by Council Member Clay Capp
• Review of Metro Code Section 2.222.040.B

The Board approved a procedure for responding to advisory opinion requests, under which the Law Department will prepare draft opinions and may seek clarification from the requester. The Board also adopted an amended draft advisory opinion responding to Council Member Clay Capp's request, adding language about conflict-of-interest risks and restrictions on fundraising. The Board expressed support for a potential Metro Council amendment to extend the response timeline for advisory opinions.

• Approved minutes of October 24, 2023 (4-0)
• Adopted procedure for responding to advisory opinion requests (4-0)
• Adopted draft advisory opinion for Council Member Clay Capp, as amended (4-0)

Downtown Code Design Review Committee

The Downtown Code Design Review Committee is considering a concept plan and modifications for an adaptive reuse project at 636 Division Street, including outdoor seating and landscaping. The applicant requests variances from build-to zone and ground floor glazing requirements. Staff recommends approval with conditions, including meeting other department recommendations and separate signage permitting.

• Concept review and modifications for adaptive reuse of existing structure at 636 Division Street
• Request to maintain existing façade location on Division Street with patio expansion (build-to zone modification)
• Request for reduced ground floor glazing: 41.8% on Division Street (required 60%) and 22.3% on 7th Avenue South (required 40%)
• NDOT recommends removal of private utilities from public ROW on 7th Ave S and possible interim sidewalk installation
• Staff recommends approval with conditions and deferral without all conditions

The Downtown Code Design Review Committee approved the concept plan and modifications for the adaptive reuse of the building at 636 Division Street, known as Federales Nashville, with all staff conditions. The approval was unanimous (6-0) and includes a recommendation to the Planning Commission. The project involves renovating the existing structure, adding outdoor seating, and modifying build-to-zone and glazing requirements.

• Approved concept plan and modifications for Federales Nashville at 636 Division Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval to Planning Commission with all staff conditions (6-0)

Metro Development and Housing Agency Board

The Housing and Community Committee will consider approving changes to the HCV Administrative Plan related to the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA) and award Project-Based Vouchers (PBVs) for Madison Station. A board decision on the HCV changes is requested in December, while the PBV award decision is requested in January.

• Approval of HCV Administrative Plan changes related to HOTMA
• Approval of the award of Project-Based Vouchers (PBVs) for Madison Station

Metro Development and Housing Agency Board

The Finance and Development Committee will review the 2023 fourth quarter budget-to-actual report, consider approving a bond guaranty for Park Point East, and discuss a HOPWA grant award. Public comments will be heard, and minutes from the previous meeting will be approved.

• 2023 Fourth Quarter Budget to Actual Comparison Report (presentation)
• Approval of Park Point East Bond Guaranty and related documents
• Approval of Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA) Grant Award
• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2023 meeting
• Public comments period

Transportation Licensing Commission

The Transportation Licensing Commission is meeting to discuss the Connect Downtown Study, enforcement issues, and a short-term sole source contract for B-Cycle services through June 2024. They will also hold an annual hearing on horse-drawn carriage certificates, with no new company applications but a request from Sugar Creek Carriages to add seven carriages. The consent agenda includes several passenger vehicle for hire license applications.

• Review short-term sole source contract for B-Cycle services through June 2024
• Annual hearing on horse-drawn carriage certificates: Sugar Creek Carriages requests 7 additional carriages
• Consent agenda: license applications from A & N Limo, JMJ Transit, Luxx Rides Transportation LLC, More Ways LLC, Royal Class Transport LLC, Shumate Business Group dba SBG Chauffeur
• Discussion of Connect Downtown Study and enforcement issues
• Reconsideration of 2024 Commission meeting schedule

The Transportation Licensing Commission approved its 2024 meeting calendar, deferred action indefinitely on BCycle operations/contract issues, postponed the horse-drawn carriage hearing indefinitely, and approved six applications for passenger vehicle for-hire certificates. The meeting was largely administrative with no public comments.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0)
• Deferred BCycle operations/contract issues indefinitely (5-0)
• Postponed horse-drawn carriage hearing indefinitely (5-0)
• Approved certificates for A & N Limo, JMJ Transit, Luxx Rides, More Ways, Royal Class Transport, SBG Chauffeur (5-0)
• Adopted 2024 meeting schedule (5-0)
• Adjourned (5-0)

Metro Action

The Metropolitan Action Commission's Nominating Committee will meet to discuss board vacancies. The meeting is scheduled for 30 minutes and includes only a call to order, discussion of vacancies, and adjournment.

• Discussion of board vacancies

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council Immigrant Caucus is meeting to elect officers and discuss bylaws. The agenda includes call to order, bylaws, officer elections, and new business.

• Election of officers
• Discussion and adoption of bylaws

Metro Development and Housing Agency Board

The Human Resources Committee will consider approving a Memorandum of Understanding with SEIU Local 205, an Employee Code of Conduct, and updates to the Human Resources Policy. These items require a board decision in January. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Approval of MOU with SEIU Local 205
• Approval of Employee Code of Conduct
• Approval of updates to Human Resources Policy

Metro Action

The board will vote on minutes from prior meetings, consider job description and position changes, and review grants, contracts, and MOUs. Reports from program areas including early education and workforce development are also on the agenda.

• Approve September 28, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approve July 25, 2023, and November 7, 2023, executive committee minutes
• Job descriptions and position changes requiring board action
• Grants, contracts, and MOUs requiring board approval
• Program reports from Family & Community Services, HOPE, Early Education, and Workforce Development

Convention Center Authority

The Convention Center Authority will meet to approve November minutes, receive the annual audit presentation from Crosslin, and discuss tax collections and an enterprise software RFP. Public comment is limited to six speakers for three minutes each.

• Annual audit presentation from Crosslin
• Tax collections update
• Enterprise software RFP discussion

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council's Shelter Committee is reviewing progress on four current goals: shelter capacity, a winter shelter plan, an encampment plan, and an affordable housing letter. They will also hear agency updates and discuss shelter challenges, bus availability on cold days, and expanding family shelter capacity.

• Review of revised encampment plan
• Discussion of shelter capacity and challenges
• Formation of affordable/attainable housing committee
• Verify bus routes other than 23b available on cold days
• Expand hours at emergency shelter and family shelter capacity

Beer Permit Board

The Metro Beer Board will consider 14 applications for new or transferred beer permits, including on-sale and off-sale licenses for businesses like The Amsterdamian, VIP Market, Party City, and a caterer at Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Another 13 applications are deferred indefinitely due to missing documents, including permits for Gus's Fried Chicken, Hilton BNA Airport Terminal, and a Special Olympics event. The board will also hear five complaints alleging underage sales, with staff recommending civil penalties totaling $12,000.

• VIP Market LLC (619 Millwood Dr) seeks off-sale permit at a location where a previous permit was suspended for 2 years due to a nuisance abatement order.
• Levy Premium Foodservices Limited Partnership of Tennessee applies for a caterer permit at Schermerhorn Symphony Center (1 Symphony Pl).
• Bold Patriot Brewing Company LLC requests name changes for manufacture and on/off-sale permits at 410 39th Ave N, to Bassline Brewing Company.
• Five businesses face civil penalties for alleged underage beer/tobacco sales: Kush Mahi LLC ($3,000), Discount Beer & Tobacco ($2,000), Dollar General ($1,500), RaceTrac #2546 ($2,500, 2nd offense), and Super Fiesta Latina #1 ($3,000).
• 13 applications deferred for missing documents, including permits for Gus's Fried Chicken, Hilton BNA Airport Terminal, and Motif on Music Row.

The Metro Beer Board approved 14 beer permit applications, including a new permit for VIP Market despite a prior suspension at that location, and deferred 13 applications indefinitely due to missing documents. The board also accepted staff recommendations for civil penalties on five complaints involving underage sales. No decisions were made on arming inspectors, which was discussed as an administrative matter.

• Approved 14 beer permit applications (unanimous)
• Granted final approval to VIP Market LLC, 619 Millwood Dr (unanimous)
• Deferred 13 applications indefinitely due to missing documents (unanimous)
• Accepted staff recommendations for civil penalties on 5 complaints (unanimous)
• Approved October 25, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Appeals Board

The Metropolitan Board of Zoning Appeals heard seven appeals on December 7, 2023, granting five and denying two. Approved items include a detached garage at 128 Vossland Dr, a home addition at 5501 Meadowcrest Ln, a daycare for up to 75 children at 3598/3600 Clarksville Pike, a storage shed at 911 Winston Pl, and a cultural center at 631 Old Lebanon Dirt Rd. Denied were a four-unit dwelling at 806 Cherokee Ave and a front-yard fence at 4701 Lovewood Dr.

• Granted variance for detached garage at 128 Vossland Dr (Case 2023-137)
• Granted special exception for daycare (up to 75 children) at 3598/3600 Clarksville Pike (Case 2023-139)
• Denied variances for four dwelling units at 806 Cherokee Ave (Case 2023-141)
• Denied fence variance at 4701 Lovewood Dr due to safety concerns (Case 2023-143)
• Granted cultural center special exception at 631 Old Lebanon Dirt Rd, subject to NDOT traffic study (Case 2023-145)

Behavioral Health and Wellness Advisory Council

The Behavioral Health and Wellness Advisory Council is meeting to approve minutes, hear presentations on ACE Nashville and PIC/REACH data, and receive updates on involuntary committals, the opioid settlement RFP, and the HSRI needs assessment. The agenda also includes a meeting with Mayor O'Connell. This is a regular working meeting with informational items and updates.

• ACE Nashville presentation by Kylan Hadley
• PIC and REACH data presentation by Colton McKay
• Opioid Settlement RFP update
• HSRI Needs Assessment update
• Meeting with Mayor O'Connell

Metropolitan Council

This is a special called meeting of the Metropolitan Council's Charter Revision Committee. The committee will discuss the scope of its work, the timeline for placing charter questions on upcoming election ballots, and review prior charter revisions. No votes or decisions are expected at this procedural meeting.

• Discussion of scope of committee work
• Timeline for qualified elections to place ballot questions
• Review of prior charter revisions from last term
• Next steps: recommendations to Council members and staff (Margaret, Hannah, Danielle, Councilmember Weiner?)

Stormwater Management Commission

The Stormwater Management Commission will hear three cases involving stream buffer disturbances, floodplain fills, and related construction. It will also approve prior meeting minutes and decision letters, and discuss scheduling for a special called meeting.

• 202300019: St. Joseph's Church and School, 1225 Gallatin Pike South — disturbance of Zone 1 and 2 stream buffer for athletic field, retaining wall, sewer relocation
• 202300018: 5615 Lickton Pike — uncompensated fill in floodplain
• 202300014: 2601-2611 Miami Avenue — floodway buffer disturbance for three non-residential buildings, green roofs, permeable pavement, marine rails, uncompensated fill
• Approval of 01-November-2023 meeting minutes and decision letters
• Discussion about special called meeting time and agenda

Audit Committee

The Metropolitan Nashville Audit Committee will review and discuss several audits, including a combined audit of the Metro Arts Commission and the Police Department's Early Intervention System. They will also consider audit recommendations follow-up for Metro Water Services and conduct an annual review of committee bylaws. The meeting includes public comment and may move into a confidential executive session for ongoing audit discussions.

• Discussion on combined audit request for Metro Arts Commission
• Discussion on Police Department Early Intervention System audit (issued Nov 14, 2023)
• Tentative discussion on audit recommendations follow-up for Metro Water Services billing
• Annual review of Audit Committee and Office of Internal Audit bylaws
• Executive session on FY2023 Financial Statements audit with Crosslin

Procurement Standards Board

This is a procedural meeting with no major decisions or discussions listed. The board will consider approving previous meeting minutes, hear a purchasing agent report, and receive informational reports on purchasing performance, small business programs, and prompt pay. No contracts, rezonings, or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes (action item)
• Purchasing agent report by Michelle Hernandez Lane
• Purchasing performance measurements report (informational)
• SBE/SDV and MWBE program updates (informational)
• Office of Financial Accountability prompt pay report (informational)

Health and Educational Facilities Board

The Health and Educational Facilities Board will hold public hearings and consider preliminary and final approvals for the issuance of multifamily housing revenue bonds and notes totaling up to $178 million for four housing projects. The board will also consider a PILOT transaction for a property on Brick Church Pike, elect a vice chair, and receive a report on a Vanderbilt University Medical Center debt obligation.

• Preliminary approval for Ridge Residences LLC: up to $50,000,000 multifamily housing revenue bonds (public hearing) at Skyline Ridge Drive near Dickerson Pike
• Final approval for Park Point East, L.P.: up to $43,000,000 Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Park Point Project) at 620 Summer Place
• Final approval for Northview Housing Development, LP: up to $55,000,000 Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Northview Project) at 876 West Trinity Lane (public hearing)
• Final approval for Hickory Housing I, LLC: up to $30,000,000 in multifamily housing revenue notes (Hickory Forest Apartments) at 500 Ocala Drive
• PILOT final approval for Brick Church Property, LLC and Stones River 2306 Brick Church LLC at 2306 Brick Church Pike

Employee Benefit Board

The Metropolitan Employee Benefit Board will meet to discuss the Cigna Vanderbilt plan. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Cigna Vanderbilt plan

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider an 18.34-acre conservation easement for the Whites Creek Greenway and a $200,000 in-kind grant from the Nashville Parks Foundation for the second phase of the Watkins Park Pump Track. The board will also vote on renewing dozens of facility-use permits for 2024, approving various event permits, and amending a billboard license agreement. Several annual updates from park friends groups and a capital projects update are scheduled.

• 18.34-acre Conservation Greenway Easement for Whites Creek Greenway at 3465 West Hamilton Avenue
• $200,000 in-kind grant from Nashville Parks Foundation for Watkins Park Pump Track phase 2
• Renewal of 2024 facility-use permits for over 40 organizations including sports leagues and community groups
• Approval of event permits for 29th Annual Season to Remember, Music City Jerk Festival, and others
• Request to name a tennis court at Centennial Sportsplex after Deborah Armour

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider approving an 18.34-acre Conservation Greenway Easement dedication for the Whites Creek Greenway at 3465 West Hamilton Avenue. The easement is intended to support future expansion of the greenway. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Staff requests approval of an 18.34-acre Conservation Greenway Easement for the Whites Creek Greenway at 3465 West Hamilton Avenue, Parcel ID 06908001900
• Easement is for future expansion of the Whites Creek Greenway in Council District 1

Metropolitan Council

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider three items: a resolution appropriating $170,000 from Juvenile Court to nonprofit Community Partnership Fund grantees, a bill amending rules on merchandise sales on public property, and a bill approving an amendment to the Axon Enterprise contract adding up to 120 months of optional renewal and increasing its value. The committee will also receive a presentation from the Metro Office of Family Safety.

• RS2023-125: $170,000 from Juvenile Court to nonprofit Community Partnership Fund grantees
• BL2023-70: Amends code on offering merchandise for sale on or near public property
• BL2023-113: Approves amendment 1 to Axon Enterprise contract (up to 120-month optional renewal, value increase)
• Metro Office of Family Safety presentation

Metropolitan Council

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will consider several resolutions, including urging the state to keep federal school funding, and two late-filed items: an amendment to extend the Axon contract by up to 120 months and an amendment to extend the Nashville Downtown Partnership agreement. The committee will also vote on numerous board appointments and confirmations.

• Resolution RS2023-127 urging Tennessee General Assembly to continue accepting federal funding for public schools
• Late filed amendment to BL2023-113: Axon Enterprise contract Amendment 1, adding optional renewal term up to 120 months and increasing contract value
• Late filed resolution approving Third Amendment to agreement with Nashville Downtown Partnership, extending its term
• Resolution RS2023-128 recognizing Denice Hicks of Nashville Shakespeare Festival; RS2023-129 recognizing 15th anniversary of M.L. Rose
• 18 appointments/reappointments to boards including Beer Permit Board, Convention Center Authority, Historical Commission, and others

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing several zoning amendments for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. The agenda also includes various appointments to local boards, including the Beer Permit Board and Hospital Authority.

• Rezoning 2400 Buchanan Street from RS5 to R6
• Hotel and retail development at 611 Cowan Street
• Self-service storage facility at 304 Oldham Street
• Community education and daycare use at 1420 Old Hickory Boulevard
• 590 multi-family residential units on Clarksville Pike

Metropolitan Council

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider three bills on second reading: accepting a conditional land donation near Fesslers Lane and Lebanon Pike, authorizing underground encroachments for Edgehill Village Townhomes, and abandoning/relocating a public water valve on Cabot Drive. The committee will also hear a presentation on the Compact Development Ordinance. Public comment is limited to eight minutes total, with two minutes per speaker.

• BL2023-112: Accepts conditional donation of ~0.026 acres near Fesslers Lane and Lebanon Pike
• BL2023-114: Authorizes Edgehill Village Townhomes, LLC to install underground encroachments at 1516 Edgehill Avenue
• BL2023-115: Abandons and relocates public gate valve on water line for Cabot Townhomes on Cabot Drive
• Presentation: Compact Development Ordinance by Metro Planning Department

Human Relations Commission

The Metro Human Relations Commission is meeting to discuss several administrative items, including creating a rules and policies ad hoc committee, a public comments policy, and an executive director evaluation. The meeting also includes a financial update and a complaints update. No votes on specific cases or projects are scheduled.

• Creation of a rules and policies ad hoc committee
• Discussion of a public comments policy
• Executive director evaluation
• Community engagement discussion
• Complaints update

Auditorium Commission

The Metropolitan Auditorium Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: reading of appeal decisions, approval of minutes, a public comment period, a discussion item on the Musician's Hall of Fame and Museum, staff reports, and new business. No specific votes, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed on this agenda.

• Reading of appeal decisions under Metro Code § 2.68.030
• Approval of minutes
• Public comment period
• Discussion of Musician's Hall of Fame and Museum
• Staff reports and new business

The commission discussed a potential major renovation project with The Venue Group (TVG), which has expressed interest in a joint venture with the city. No formal proposal was made or approved; the commission plans to issue an RFP to invite proposals. The meeting also included reports on revenue, LED light replacements, and the NES vault work scheduled for January.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed potential renovation with The Venue Group (no action taken)
• Planned to issue RFP for renovation proposals (no formal action)
• Noted revenue of $206,890 through October, within budget
• Reported LED light replacement halfway complete
• Scheduled NES vault work for January, closing venue for events

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Equity and Diversity Committee of Nashville's Continuum of Care will meet to review draft anti-discrimination policy, discuss equity training follow-up, and update anti-racism resources. The agenda includes recruitment of committee members and approval of prior minutes.

• Review draft CoC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Update and publicize MHID/OHS Antiracism resource page
• Equity training follow-up discussion
• Recruitment of committee members

Historical Commission

The Metro Historical Commission's Marker Committee is meeting to review two proposed historical markers and proposed changes to marker guidelines. The public may comment on agenda items for two minutes each. No final decisions are listed on this agenda; items are under review.

• Review proposed marker for Metro District Energy System (privately funded)
• Review proposed marker for Cornelius Ridley (privately funded)
• Review proposed changes to marker guidelines
• Public comment period at start of meeting

Metropolitan Council

The Budget and Finance Committee is meeting to consider several items, including appropriating $170,000 from the Juvenile Court to nonprofits, authorizing electric system revenue bonds, approving a contract amendment with Axon Enterprise, and accepting a land donation. The committee will also discuss a late resolution to extend an agreement with the Nashville Downtown Partnership.

• RS2023-125: Appropriates $170,000 from Juvenile Court to nonprofits for Community Partnership Fund grants
• RS2023-126: Authorizes Electric System Revenue Bonds, 2024 Series A and Refunding Bonds, 2024 Series B
• Late Resolution: Approves Third Amendment to agreement with Nashville Downtown Partnership, extending term
• BL2023-112: Accepts conditional donation of ~0.026 acres near Fesslers Lane and Lebanon Pike
• BL2023-113: Approves Amendment 1 to contract with Axon Enterprise, adding optional renewal up to 120 months and increasing value

Metropolitan Council

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will consider a late-filed resolution to approve a third amendment extending the agreement with the Nashville Downtown Partnership. They will also discuss bills on second reading, including one regulating merchandise sales on public property and two authorizing encroachments or utility work at specific locations.

• Third Amendment to agreement with Nashville Downtown Partnership extending its term
• BL2023-70: Amends code on offering merchandise for sale on or near public property
• BL2023-114: Authorizes underground encroachments at 1516 Edgehill Avenue for Edgehill Village Townhomes
• BL2023-115: Authorizes abandonment and relocation of public gate valve on Cabot Drive (Cabot Townhomes)

Hospital Authority Board

The Nashville Hospital Authority Board of Trustees will vote on several contracts, including a 3-year, $4.9 million physical security services agreement with Whelan Security Co (dba Gardaworld) and a 3-year, $2.4 million clinical engineering contract with Agiliti Health, Inc. The board will also consider approving meeting minutes, emergency codes in plain language, a quality report, medical staff bylaws changes, and the September finance report. Updates will be provided on revenue, hospital utilization, Bordeaux Clinic, and relocation efforts.

• Whelan Security Co (dba Gardaworld) physical security contract: 3 years, total $4,926,149.33
• Agiliti Health, Inc. clinical engineering contract: 3 years, total $2,421,057
• Emergency Codes Plain Language approval
• Medical Staff Bylaws change to Credentials Term of Appointment
• September Finance Report approval

Investment Committee

The Investment Committee of the Metropolitan Employee Benefit System will meet to review third-quarter 2023 pension performance, the 457b report, annual fee and investment policy statement reviews, and a litigation update on Credit Suisse contingent convertible bonds. The meeting also includes electing a committee chair, approving prior minutes, and setting 2024 meeting dates.

• 3rd Quarter 2023 Pension Performance review by Aaron Lally of Meketa
• 3rd Quarter 457b Report, Annual Fee Review, and Annual IPS Review by Dan Beaton of NEPC
• Voya 3rd Quarter Activity Report and Technology Update
• Credit Suisse Contingent Convertible Bonds Litigation Update by Metro Legal
• Annual Investment Policy Statement Compliance review

The Investment Committee unanimously elected Kevin Crumbo as committee chair and approved the September 12, 2023 minutes. No investment recommendations were made this quarter. The committee received reports on pension performance, 457b plan fees, and updates from Voya and NEPC, with no changes recommended to the Investment Policy Statement.

• Elected Kevin Crumbo as committee chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 12, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• No investment recommendations made this quarter
• No changes recommended to Investment Policy Statement

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Executive Committee of the Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council is meeting to review minutes, discuss board updates, and consider a proposed letter from the shelter committee. A key item is reviewing HUD technical assistance from Cloudburst, NAEH, and CSH, including recommendations for restructuring, a Collaborative Applicant Ad Hoc committee, and bylaws. The agenda is largely procedural and discussion-focused, with no votes or public hearings listed.

• Review of HUD technical assistance from Cloudburst, NAEH, and CSH
• Discussion of Collaborative Applicant Ad Hoc committee
• Review of bylaws and committee/consultant recommendations
• Shelter committee proposed letter
• Board retreat content and executive committee appointment

Hospital Authority Board

The Metropolitan Hospital Authority Board Finance Committee will consider approving two major contracts: a three-year, $4.9 million physical security contract with Whelan Security Co. (dba Gardaworld) and a three-year, $2.4 million clinical engineering contract with Agility Health, Inc. The committee will also vote on the September 2023 financial reports and minutes from the October 26, 2023 meeting.

• Approval of 3-year, $4,926,149.33 physical security contract with Whelan Security Co. (dba Gardaworld)
• Approval of 3-year, $2,421,057.00 clinical engineering contract with Agility Health, Inc.
• Approval of September 2023 financial reports
• Update on Marketing & Community Relations RFP
• Approval of October 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Human Relations Commission

This is a procedural executive committee meeting of the Metro Human Relations Commission with no substantive agenda items listed. The only new business is a staff update, and there are no public hearings, votes, or specific decisions scheduled.

• Staff updates under new business

Tax Incentive and Abatement Study and Formulating Committee

The committee is reviewing its goal, work plan, and a final draft of the study. Members are also planning how to present their findings to the council.

• Review of final draft
• Plan to present to council

Short Term Rental Appeals Board

The Short Term Rental Appeals Board will hear two appeals from property owners challenging zoning administrator decisions to deny short-term rental permit renewals or applications. One case involves a property at 218 Dellrose Dr where the owner was denied renewal for not permanently residing there; the other involves 42 N Hill St where the operator ran the rental without a required permit. The first case was previously deferred.

• Case STR 2023-62: appeal of denial of permit renewal for 218 Dellrose Dr (RS10 zone) due to owner not permanently residing at residence
• Case STR 2023-67: appeal of denial of permit application for 42 N Hill St (RM20-A zone) due to operating without a required permit
• Both appellants seek permission to apply for a permit earlier than the law allows

Community Review Board

The Community Review Board is holding its November monthly meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, approval of minutes, chair remarks, and executive director's report. Public comment is reserved for matters germane to the agenda.

• Public comment period for items on the agenda
• Reading of the Appeals Statement regarding appeal rights to Chancery Court
• Executive Director's Report

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Nashville/Davidson County CoC Data Committee will vote on a new HMIS Participating Agency and discuss a draft Funding Priorities Data Report. The meeting also includes an introduction to data quality and an update on the Point-in-Time (PIT) Count from the PIT Subcommittee.

• Vote for new HMIS Participating Agency
• Funding Priorities Data Report Draft Discussion
• Intro to Data Quality
• PIT Count Update from PIT Subcommittee

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council Immigrant Caucus is meeting to discuss whether to formally establish the caucus and to consider its by-laws. No binding votes are scheduled.

• Discussion on possible formation of an Immigrant Caucus
• Review of Caucus By-Laws

Metropolitan Council

The Women’s Caucus is meeting to approve minutes and hear a guest speaker, Executive Director of Metro Arts Daniel Singh, discuss the equity study completed this year. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled.

• Guest speaker Daniel Singh, Executive Director of Metro Arts, to discuss the equity study completed this year

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing multiple board elections and reappointment requests. The agenda also includes several resolutions regarding grant acceptances, contract approvals, and a legal settlement.

• Election of members to the Health and Educational Facilities Board
• Election of members to the Industrial Development Board
• Settlement of claims against Metro for $66,353.18 via the NDOT Sidewalk Fund
• Resolution regarding a beer permit distance exemption for Tio Fun Mexican Munchies at 1008 Buchanan Street
• Acceptance of an in-kind grant from Friends of Warner Parks for a historical marker at the 1811 House

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council Public Health and Safety Committee is meeting to consider 11 resolutions accepting grants and approving contracts for juvenile justice, HIV prevention, substance abuse intervention, behavioral health co-response programs, and public health training, plus two bills on second reading regarding merchandise sales on public property and a lease agreement for office space.

• RS2023-113: Grant contract with Mental Health Cooperative for MNPD co-response model (Nashville Partners in Care)
• RS2023-114: Grant contract with Mental Health Cooperative for Nashville Fire Department co-response model (REACH)
• RS2023-109: Grant from TN Dept. of Health for HIV prevention, testing, and treatment
• BL2023-70: Amends code on offering merchandise for sale on or near public property
• BL2023-80: Lease agreement with Nashville Metropolitan LLC for office space at 1281 Murfreesboro Pike

Work Release Commission

The Work Release Commission reviewed applications for work release candidates. James Claybrooks was approved, while Michael Harris and Yoan Konkobo were denied. The board also discussed past approvals and continued employment.

• James Claybrooks approved for work release
• Michael Harris denied work release
• Yoan Konkobo denied work release
• Discussion of current charges, past history, institutional behavior, and treatment programs

Employee Benefit Board

The Metropolitan Employee Benefit Board is holding a study session to discuss three items: medical claims review, a proposed change to the medical PPO plan office visit copay for therapeutic/rehabilitative/habilitative services, and a weight loss discussion. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Medical claims review
• Medical PPO plan office visit copay for therapeutic/rehabilitative/habilitative services
• Weight loss discussion

Metropolitan Council

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee is meeting to consider two items: a resolution to exempt Tio Fun Mexican Munchies from beer permit distance requirements, and a bill approving a sole source contract with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for hosting and security services for Nashville.gov and departmental systems. Public comment is limited to eight minutes total, with two minutes per speaker.

• RS2023-100: Exempts Tio Fun Mexican Munchies (1008 Buchanan St.) from minimum distance requirements for a beer permit
• BL2023-81: Approves sole source contract with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for Nashville.gov hosting/security and departmental licensing/support

Metropolitan Council

The Public Facilities, Arts, and Culture Committee is considering two resolutions: accepting a cooperative purchasing agreement for a manufactured restroom building for Metro Parks, and accepting a grant from the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee for Metro Arts staff to attend a conference in Chicago.

• RS2023-105: Accepts terms for a multi-user manufactured restroom building for Metro Parks
• RS2023-107: Accepts a grant from the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee for Metro Arts staff to attend the Arts Administrators of Color Conference in Chicago

Metropolitan Council

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will consider a late-filed resolution urging the mayor to preserve the Morris Memorial Building, possibly as an African American and Civil Rights museum. The committee will also vote on several board appointments and a proposed permanent rules of procedure for the council term.

• Late-filed resolution urging preservation of the Morris Memorial Building for possible African American and Civil Rights museum
• Elections to fill vacancies on the Health & Educational Facilities Board, Housing Trust Fund Commission, Industrial Development Board, and Transportation Licensing Commission
• Reappointments to the Beer Permit Board (William Conway, Karolyn Perry, Bailey Spaulding) and Metropolitan Historical Commission (John A. Bridges, E. Thomas Wood)
• Appointment of Dr. Erica Hayden to the Metropolitan Historical Commission
• Proposed permanent Rules of Procedure for the 2023-2027 Metropolitan Council term

Metropolitan Council

The Budget and Finance Committee is meeting to review a consent agenda and several resolutions and bills, including grants, contracts, and settlements. Notable items include a $66,353.18 settlement for sidewalk claims, a $62,669.02 personal injury settlement, and a $50,000 donation for infrastructure. The meeting also includes a cancelled disparity study presentation.

• Settlement of claims for $66,353.18 from NDOT Sidewalk Fund
• Settlement of personal injury claim for $62,669.02 from Self-Insured Liability Fund
• Donation of $50,000 from GS Rivergate Apartments for infrastructure near 110 One Mile Parkway
• Lease agreement for office space at 1281 Murfreesboro Pike
• Sole source contract with Carahsoft for Nashville.gov hosting and security

Metropolitan Council

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider resolutions and bills on second and third reading, including a fifth amendment to an affordable housing grant contract with Affordable Housing Resources, several office lease agreements, and multiple zoning changes. The committee also will vote on authorizations for utility infrastructure projects and encroachments.

• Fifth Amendment to affordable housing grant contract with Affordable Housing Resources (RS2023-106)
• Lease amendment for office space at 222 Second Avenue North (RS2023-104)
• Rezoning 2810 Georgia Ave from RS5 to R6-A (BL2023-54)
• Rezoning 532 and 538 Bell Road to SP for mixed-use development (BL2023-62)
• Acquisition of 1818 Cement Plant Road for biosolids expansion (BL2023-111)

Historical Commission

The Metro Nashville Historical Commission will vote on a bylaws revision and on approving two new historical markers honoring Professor Bailey and Callie Guy House. The meeting also includes a guest speaker, Dr. Angela Sutton, discussing the slave trade, and reports from the director and historic zoning staff.

• Vote on bylaws revision
• Vote on historical marker for Professor Bailey at 2000 Greenwood Ave.
• Vote on historical marker for Callie Guy House at 16085 10th Ave. S
• Guest speaker: Dr. Angela Sutton on 'Pirates of the Slave Trade'
• Historic zoning report

The Metropolitan Historical Commission unanimously approved revised bylaws and policies, including an amendment to clarify the Executive Director's directives. It also approved historical markers for Callie Guy House and Professor Bailey, with minor text changes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a guest speaker and staff reports.

• Approved revised bylaws and policies as amended (unanimous)
• Approved historical marker for Callie Guy House (unanimous)
• Approved historical marker for Professor Bailey (unanimous)

Metropolitan Council

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is meeting to consider resolutions and bills on second reading, including accepting a $50,000 donation for infrastructure improvements, authorizing encroachments, approving agreements, and accepting new public utilities. Several items involve accepting new sewer and water mains for specific properties.

• RS2023-119: Accept $50,000 donation from GS Rivergate Apartments, LLC for infrastructure near 110 One Mile Parkway
• RS2023-120: Authorize aerial encroachment at 127 Rosa L Parks Blvd for Urban Music City Owner, LLC
• BL2023-82: Authorize underground and aerial encroachments at 127 8th Ave S for Auto Nashville Hotel, LLC
• BL2023-83: Approve parking facility use agreement with PR II/SH Peabody Union Apartments Owner, LLC
• BL2023-89: Accept new sewer mains and acquire easements for 17 properties in Darsey Subdivision (Nolensville)

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council is meeting to plan the 2024 Point-In-Time (PIT) Count, scheduled for Thursday, January 25, with a bad-weather backup date of Monday, January 29. The agenda includes reviewing the unsheltered survey, discussing changes to boundaries and training, and strategies to ensure young people are counted. This is a planning meeting, not a final decision-making session.

• 2024 PIT Count date set for Thursday, January 25 (bad weather date: Monday, Jan 29)
• Review unsheltered survey for edits
• Discuss changes for 2024: boundaries, training
• Review team leads and members chart
• Strategies to engage and count youth in the count

Human Relations Commission

The Metro Human Relations Commission is holding an executive committee meeting to discuss a Title VI complaint update and review of bylaws and rules. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Title VI complaint update
• Review of bylaws and rules

District Energy System Advisory Board

The Metro Nashville District Energy System Advisory Board is meeting to review routine operational matters, including customer sales, contractor performance, natural gas purchasing, FY24 costs and budget, marketing, and capital projects. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed in the notice.

• Review of DES Contractor Performance
• Natural Gas Purchasing Status
• FY24 Costs to Date and Budget
• Capital Projects Review and Status
• Customer Sales

Sports Authority Board

The Sports Authority Board will consider approving the FY23 audited financial statements for Parking Management Company, LLC and a resolution authorizing repairs at First Horizon Park. The board will also review Nissan Stadium capital expenditure procedures and receive a Titans monthly stadium progress report.

• Consider a Resolution Approving the FY23 Audited Financial Statements for Parking Management Company, LLC (PMC)
• Consider a Resolution Authorizing Repairs At First Horizon Park
• Review of Nissan Stadium CapEx Procedures
• Report on Nissan Stadium CapEx Projects/PSL Sales Timeline
• Titans Monthly Stadium Progress Report

The board unanimously approved the FY23 audited financial statements for Parking Management Company, LLC and authorized repairs at First Horizon Park costing approximately $11,000. The meeting also included updates on the New Titans NFL Stadium project, including the RFP for a construction representative and the 50% design development review.

• Approved FY23 audited financial statements for Parking Management Company, LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized repairs at First Horizon Park, approx. $11k for seat-backs and seating components (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 19, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Sports Authority Board

The Sports Authority Finance Committee will meet to consider approving the FY23 audited financial statements for Parking Management Company, LLC and authorizing repairs at First Horizon Park. The board will also review Nissan Stadium capital expenditure procedures and a report on CapEx projects and PSL sales timeline.

• Consider a resolution approving FY23 audited financial statements for Parking Management Company, LLC (PMC)
• Consider a resolution authorizing repairs at First Horizon Park
• Review of Nissan Stadium CapEx procedures
• Report on Nissan Stadium CapEx project and PSL sales timeline

The Finance Committee unanimously recommended approval of the FY23 audited financial statements for Parking Management Company, LLC, and also recommended approval of a resolution authorizing repairs at First Horizon Park. The committee approved the October 19, 2023 meeting minutes. No public comments were made.

• Approved October 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of FY23 audited financial statements for Parking Management Company, LLC (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $11k repairs at First Horizon Park (unanimous)

Public Library Board

The Nashville Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to discuss, deliberate, and make decisions regarding employing a library director and negotiating an offer. The agenda also includes public comments and the standard ordinance announcement about appeal rights.

• Discussion and decisions on employing a Library Director and negotiating an offer
• Public comments period
• Standard ordinance announcement regarding appeal rights

Convention Center Authority

The Finance & Audit Committee of the Convention Center Authority will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and receive the annual audit presentation from Crosslin. Public comment is limited to six speakers at three minutes each.

• Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Annual audit presentation from Crosslin

Tourism and Convention Commission

The Metro Tourism and Convention Commission will hold elections for chair and vice chair, approve 2024 meeting dates, and review financial and staff reports. The meeting includes a public comment period and approval of previous minutes.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of 2024 meeting dates (Feb 8, May 9, Sep 12, Nov 14)
• Review of Public Comment Period under Public Chapter #300
• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023

Arts Commission

The Metro Arts Board of Commissioners will consider action items including finalist recommendations for public art at the Looby Community Center, Permanent Supportive Housing, and the Donelson Library interior artwork budget. The agenda also includes a legal update on a Metro Human Relations Commission complaint, an anti-racism and equity committee report, and a public comment period.

• Looby Community Center Mural Public Art finalist recommendation (ACTION)
• Permanent Supportive Housing public art finalist recommendation (ACTION)
• Donelson Library interior artwork sitework budget recommendation (ACTION)
• Legal update on MHRC complaint
• Temporary Art on Metro Property Guidelines amendment recommendation (ACTION)

The Metro Arts Board of Commissioners approved four public art projects, including murals and library installations, and established a standing Finance & Budget Committee. The commission also received updates on an ongoing human rights complaint and deferred a temporary art guidelines amendment.

• Approved Creative Girls Rock as artist finalist and Omari Booker as alternate for Looby Community Center mural (unanimous)
• Approved Omari Booker as artist finalist and Queen Bee Ink as alternate for Permanent Supportive Housing public art (unanimous)
• Approved revised Lending Library Phase 2 locations including Donelson, East, Green Hills, Hermitage, and Old Hickory branches (unanimous)
• Approved additional sitework budget up to $25,000 for Donelson Library public art project (unanimous)
• Deferred Temporary Art on Metro Property Guidelines Amendment to next meeting
• Established standing Finance & Budget Committee (motion passed)

Arts Commission

The Executive Committee of the Metro Arts Commission is holding a routine meeting with a call to order, public comment period, executive director check-in, and new/old business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Public comment period from 11:05 to 11:10
• Executive Director check-in from 11:10 to 11:45
• New/Old Business from 11:45 to 11:50

Arts Commission

The Advocacy Committee will hold a scheduled meeting to conduct business. The agenda includes the approval of minutes and various staff or commission reports.

Transportation Licensing Commission

The Commission will review several items including a request from Sugar Creek Carriages for additional carriages and a wrecker company application. The agenda also includes multiple new applications for passenger vehicles for hire and a name change request.

• Sugar Creek Carriages application to operate 7 additional carriages
• Wrecker company application for Priority Wrecker Service of Tennessee Inc
• New passenger vehicle applications for Alcaide Transporting Services LLC, Conc Concierge Ride TN Inc, Nashville Ambassadors LLC, Sam Limo of Nashville LLC, Shawn Transportation, and SOP Management dba Capital City Transport
• Name change request from Express Transportation to TN Luxuary Transportation LLC
• Request to add partner by Black Jaguar LLC with new partner Knight Taher

The Transportation Licensing Commission denied Priority Wrecker Service of Tennessee Inc.'s application for a general wrecker license based on the applicant's character and citizen testimony. The commission also approved new passenger vehicle for hire company applications, a name change, a partnership addition, and a driver application, and deferred the horse-drawn carriage annual hearing to December 2023.

• Denied Priority Wrecker Service of Tennessee Inc. general wrecker license (4-0)
• Approved 7 new Other Passenger Vehicles for Hire company applications (4-0)
• Approved Express Transportation name change to TN Luxuary Transportation LLC (4-0)
• Approved Black Jaguar LLC adding Knight Taher as partner (4-0)
• Approved Morris L. Parker Jr. driver application despite incomplete disclosure (4-0)
• Deferred horse-drawn carriage annual hearing to December 2023 (4-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0)

Zoning Appeals Board

The Metropolitan Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing on November 16, 2023, and voted 7-0 to approve all five appeals on the agenda. Decisions included variances for setbacks, a use change for a nonconforming structure, and a special exception for a daycare center.

• Granted variance to reduce street setback to 51' for a new home at 753 Newberry Rd
• Granted variance to reduce side street setback to 5' for a two-family dwelling at 3226 Alpine Park Blvd
• Granted Item D appeal to change use of nonconforming structure to retail store at 4334 Old Hickory Blvd
• Granted special exception for daycare center for up to 125 children at existing church at 7400 Highway 70 S
• Granted variance in street setback to 128' for a single-family home at 8114 Poplar Creek Rd

Historic Zoning Commission

The Metro Historic Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on November 15, 2023, to review applications for work on properties in historic overlays, including additions, outbuildings, demolitions, and signage. The agenda includes consent items, a violation show-cause, and a request to rehear a demolition case. Public comments are invited.

• 1001 Mansfield St: addition and partial demolition in Maxwell Heights overlay
• 400 Broadway: signage revision in Broadway Historic Preservation overlay
• 1907 Russell St: violation show-cause for addition/outbuilding
• Request to rehear 1402 Beechwood demolition
• Deferral requests for 2023 Benjamin St and 902 Boscobel St

The Metro Historic Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda (35 administrative permits) with conditions, except for 1506 Ferguson Ave which was moved to a public hearing and approved separately. The commission denied a request to rehear a demolition case at 1402 Beechwood, and approved infill at 915 Emmett Ave and an addition/outbuilding at 3616B Westbrook Ave with conditions. A show cause case at 1907 Russell St resulted in disapproval of non-compliant windows, requiring replacement within 180 days.

• Approved consent agenda with 35 administrative permits (unanimous, Stewart recused)
• Approved 1506 Ferguson Ave addition with conditions (unanimous)
• Disapproved windows at 1907 Russell St, ordered replacement within 180 days (unanimous)
• Approved infill at 915 Emmett Ave with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved addition/outbuilding at 3616B Westbrook Ave with conditions (unanimous)
• Denied request to rehear 1402 Beechwood demolition (unanimous)

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Continuum of Care (CoC) Membership Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes, reviewing new members, and planning orientations. They will also consider charter edits related to membership, strategies for diversifying membership, and a potential merger of the Membership and Nominating Committees. The agenda includes a values and equity statement and a review of the membership process.

• Discussion of charter edits related to membership
• Review of 2023 new members and committee interest forms
• Strategies for diversifying CoC general membership
• Possible merger of Membership and Nominating Committees
• Orientation session scheduling for new members

Beer Permit Board

The Metro Beer Permit Board will consider 23 new or transferred beer permit applications, including for Cherries Hospitality, Chipotle, Gaylord Hotel, and multiple Vanderbilt University special events. Ten applications are deferred due to missing documents. Two hearings involve alleged violations at Whiskey Row Nashville (pyrotechnics) and Smokin Thighs (underage sale), with staff recommending dismissal for Whiskey Row and a $1,500 penalty or 7-day suspension for Smokin Thighs.

• 23 new or transferred beer permit applications, including Cherries Hospitality (839 Dickerson Pike), Chipotle (5000 Old Hickory Blvd), and Gaylord Hotel (2800 Opryland Dr)
• 8 special-event permits for Vanderbilt University events in early November
• 10 applications deferred indefinitely due to missing documents, including The Bodega, Noir Kitchen, and Mapco Express
• Hearing for Whiskey Row Nashville (400 Broadway) on alleged pyrotechnics violations; staff recommends dismissal
• Hearing for Smokin Thighs (4400 Charlotte Ave) on alleged underage sale; staff recommends $1,500 civil penalty or 7-day suspension

The Metro Beer Permit Board unanimously approved 23 new beer permit applications, including on-sale, off-sale, and special event permits for venues like Cherries, Chipotle, Gaylord Hotel, and multiple Vanderbilt University events. Ten applications were deferred indefinitely due to missing documents. The board also dismissed a citation against Whiskey Row and issued a $1,500 civil penalty or 7-day suspension to Smokin Thighs for selling beer to a minor.

• Approved 23 new beer permit applications (unanimous)
• Deferred 10 applications indefinitely for missing documents (unanimous)
• Dismissed citation against Whiskey Row Nashville (unanimous)
• Issued $1,500 civil penalty or 7-day suspension plus 30-day probation to Smokin Thighs (unanimous)

Arts Commission

The Committee for Antiracism and Equity (CARE) of the Nashville Arts Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving past meeting minutes, hearing reports from committee members, and planning outreach for new roster members. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 7/14/23 and 8/11/23
• Recap of Joint Commission meeting on 8/17/23
• Discussion of new CARE roster outreach
• Updates on cultural planning

Civil Service Commission

The Metropolitan Civil Service Commission will vote on a large batch of personnel actions, including appointments, terminations/pensions, and eligibility registers for various Metro departments. The agenda lists dozens of hires, promotions, resignations, and retirements across agencies such as Fire, Police, NDOT, Parks, and Water Services. Public comment on pending hearings will also be heard.

• Approval of appointments including 4 Fire Captains, 12 Fire Engineers, and 9 Fire Inspectors
• Approval of terminations/pensions including 2 dismissals and 1 retirement in Fire, and 2 dismissals in NDOT
• Approval of eligibility registers for Police Officer Trainee (40 on list) and Correctional Officer Trainee (30 on list)
• Approval of appointments for 4 Police Lieutenants and 12 Police Sergeants
• Approval of appointments for 23 Police Officer 1 class changes from trainee

The Civil Service Commission approved the appointments, terminations/pensions, and eligibility register report as listed, along with several human resource items including an open range increase for MNPD and out-of-class pay extensions. The meeting was largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions beyond these approvals.

• Approved appointments list (unanimous)
• Approved terminations/pensions list (unanimous)
• Approved eligibility register report (unanimous)
• Approved open range increase for MNPD (unanimous)
• Approved out-of-class pay extension for Audie Johnson (unanimous)
• Approved out-of-class pay extension for Michael Seward (unanimous)
• Deferred medical disqualification appeals for JC, RH, RS to December (unanimous)
• Denied waiver requests for TC and TV (unanimous)

Farmers Market Board

The Nashville Farmers' Market Board will hold officer elections and consider a grievance from multiple vendors regarding days of operation. The board will also discuss market house operating hours and receive reports from the executive director and finance staff.

• Board of Commissioners officer elections
• Days of operation grievance involving Hancock Farms, Farmers’ Deli and Grill, Bowl and Roll, Music City Crepes, and Succulent Vegan Tacos
• Market house operating hours discussion
• Executive director report by Darrell Lane
• Finance report by David Griffin

Metro Development and Housing Agency Board

The board will vote on a PILOT for UCC Northview, LLC to build a 254-unit affordable housing complex at 876 West Trinity Lane, with 100% of units income-restricted. It will also consider authorizing the Executive Director to submit the Section 8 Management Assessment Program certification and approving revisions to HCV Payment Standards.

• PILOT for 254-unit affordable housing at 876 West Trinity Lane with initial $49,900 payment, 3% annual increase over 10 years, estimated $474,088 first-year tax abatement
• Approval to submit Section 8 Management Assessment Program certification to HUD
• Revisions to HCV Payment Standards to 100% of HUD-published FMRs effective January 1, 2024

Fire and Building Code Appeals Board

The Fire and Building Code Appeals Board will hear seven appeal cases, all deferred from October due to lack of quorum. Each case involves a property owner or developer seeking relief from specific building code requirements, such as ceiling heights, drinking fountains, or egress path markings.

• Appeal 20230066441: 1 Terminal Drive – requests substitution of drinking fountains with a kitchen water tap
• Appeal 20230070299: 214 Pitts Avenue – requests 6'8" basement ceiling height instead of required 7 feet
• Appeal 20230071575: 1316 Adams Street – proposes smoke dampers as alternative to corridor ceiling for return air path
• Appeal 20230084368: 1320 Adams Street – requests variance for 7'2" ceiling height in two units
• Appeal 20230084790: 2930 Old Franklin Road – appeals 60-foot setback requirement for unlimited-area building addition

The Nashville Fire and Building Code Appeals Board heard seven appeals on November 14, 2023, approving six and denying one. All votes were unanimous except two, which were 6-1. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved water tap substitution for drinking fountains at 1 Terminal Drive (7-0)
• Approved basement ceiling height variance at 214 Pitts Avenue with single-family stipulation (7-0)
• Approved alternate corridor smoke control design at 1316 Adams Street (6-1, Berry recused)
• Approved alternate egress path lighting at 5 City Blvd (7-0)
• Approved ceiling height variance at 1315 Adams Street (6-1, Nielson dissenting)
• Approved portable toilets at 12872 Old Hickory Blvd (7-0)
• Denied unlimited area building variance at 2930 Old Franklin Road (7-0)

Traffic and Parking Commission

The Metro Traffic and Parking Commission will vote on a new traffic signal at Dickerson Pike and Whites Creek Pike, a truck weight restriction on Battle Road, and several parking and loading zone changes. The agenda also includes consent items for an all-way stop at Montrose Ave & 10th Ave S and abandonment of a portion of Lock Road right-of-way.

• New traffic signal at Dickerson Pike and Whites Creek Pike, meeting crash warrants after 6 angle crashes including a fatality
• Truck restriction over 16,000 lbs on Battle Road from Burkitt Rd to the Williamson County line
• All-way stop control at Montrose Ave & 10th Ave S due to 6 angle crashes in 11 months
• Abandonment of unused Lock Road right-of-way between Baptist World Center Drive and Pages Branch
• Valet lane changes: new valet at Four Seasons Hotel (160 2nd Ave S) and Harpers Steakhouse (2 Lea Ave); removal of valet at 223 Rep John Lewis Way and 2201 Murphy Ave

The Traffic and Parking Commission approved a new traffic signal at Dickerson and Whites Creek Pike, along with several parking and loading zone changes, a new valet policy, and new leadership. The commission also approved a contract for managing courthouse and library garages. Two items were deferred: relocating a loading zone on Terrace Place and revoking a valet lane on Murphy Ave.

• Approved new traffic signal at Dickerson and Whites Creek Pike (unanimous)
• Approved truck restriction on Battle Road (unanimous)
• Approved new valet policy for public right-of-way (unanimous)
• Approved DNP contract for managing courthouse and library garages (unanimous)
• Approved new valet lane at 160 2nd Ave S (Four Seasons Hotel) with 120-day trial (Woods opposed)
• Deferred relocation of loading zone on Terrace Place (unanimous)
• Deferred revocation of valet lane at 2201 Murphy Ave (unanimous)
• Elected Mason as Chair and Woods as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Arts Commission

The Grants and Funding Committee of the Nashville Arts Commission is meeting to discuss updates and conduct old/new business. The agenda includes approval of minutes and a staff report, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Staff report on grants and funding
• Old/new business discussion

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council Minority Caucus is meeting to discuss a violence interruption pilot program, boards and commissions appointments, and a treasurer's report on hiring an accountant. They will also consider old business including a retreat, annual reception, bylaws vote, and new business on Diane Nash Plaza.

• Discussion of Violence Interruption Pilot
• Treasurer's report on hiring an accountant
• Retreat on December 2, 2023 at Fairfield Inn & Suites
• Bylaws vote scheduled for December
• Diane Nash Plaza discussion as new business

Health Board

The Nashville Health & Well-being Leadership Council is presenting the Community Health Assessment (CHA) and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) to the Board of Health. The agenda outlines the CHA/CHIP process, including strategic priorities such as food access, resource navigation, equity, housing/transportation, and economic opportunity. The Board will receive updates from an appointed member representative.

• Mayoral Executive Order expected November 2023
• Strategic issues: Food Access/Food Insecurity, Awareness & Navigation of Community Resources, Equity, Housing/Transportation, Economic Opportunity & Job Skill Development
• Board of Health to be updated monthly by appointed representative

The Board of Health unanimously approved two grants: a $12,500 donation from Friends of MACC for emergency medical and SafetyNet programs, and a $1,000,000 CDC grant amendment for Community Health Workers. The Civil Service Board also unanimously approved changes to the Interpreter Series job descriptions. No public comments were made, and no grant applications were submitted.

• Approved $12,500 grant donation from Friends of MACC (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000,000 CDC grant amendment for Community Health Workers (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Interpreter Series job descriptions (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2023 special called meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled extension of out-of-class pay for Swan Lin Baker to December 14 agenda

Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several rezoning and subdivision requests, including a major mixed-use project with 525 apartments at 3539 Dickerson Pike. Other items include a 75-unit development at Buena Vista Pike, a zoning text amendment on compact development, and multiple subdivision plats. Several items are recommended for deferral by staff.

• 3539 Dickerson Pike: rezoning to SP for 525 multi-family units and 22,000 sq ft non-residential (staff recommends deferral)
• The Grove at Buena Vista: rezoning to SP for up to 75 multi-family units at 2130 Buena Vista Pike (staff recommends indefinite deferral)
• Compact Development: proposed amendment to Title 17 zoning code (staff recommends approval)
• 3910 Central Pike: rezoning to SP for 127 multi-family units in existing building (staff recommends approval with conditions)
• 11 North: height modification for mixed-use development at 1017 Dr. Martin L King Jr Blvd (staff recommends approval with conditions)

The Planning Commission approved a zoning code amendment replacing 'Lot Averaging' with 'Compact Development', which links lot-size flexibility to usable open space in residential subdivisions. The commission also approved several rezoning and subdivision requests, including a hotel-to-apartment conversion and a large mixed-use development with a height modification. Multiple items were deferred to the December 14, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Compact Development zoning amendment (9-0)
• Approved 127-unit hotel-to-residential conversion at 3910 Central Pike (9-0)
• Approved PUD overlay cancellation for 3910 Central Pike (9-0)
• Approved 45-lot final plat for Wright Landing subdivision (9-0)
• Approved 1-lot subdivision at 5989 Kolz Lane with variances (9-0)
• Approved 2-lot subdivision at 704 Robert Burns Drive with exception (9-0)
• Approved height modification for 1,475-unit '11 North' mixed-use development (9-0)
• Approved rezoning at 2631/2635 Gallatin Ave from SP to MUL-A (9-0)

Metro Development and Housing Agency Board

The Housing and Community Committee is meeting to approve the SEMAP report for the year ending September 30, 2023, and to approve changes to the HCV Administrative Plan related to the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA). These are board decisions requested in November and December, respectively. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and public comments.

• Approval of SEMAP for Year End September 30, 2023
• Approval of HCV Administrative Plan Changes Related to HOTMA

Arts Commission

The Public Art Committee is meeting to vote on finalist recommendations for several public art projects, including a mural at Looby Community Center and artwork for permanent supportive housing. They will also consider budget and location changes for library and lending library art, plus amended guidelines for temporary art on Metro property. The meeting includes public comment and updates on ongoing projects like the Bordeaux Gateway and Fairgrounds public art.

• Looby Community Center Mural Public Art finalist recommendation
• Permanent Supportive Housing public art finalist recommendation
• Donelson Library interior artwork sitework budget recommendation
• Lending Library revised locations and schedule recommendation
• Temporary Art on Metro Property guidelines amendment recommendation

Metro Development and Housing Agency Board

The Metro Development and Housing Agency Finance and Development Committee will consider approving a PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) for Northview and an early release of the guaranteed maximum price for grading and utilities at Park Point East. The meeting is scheduled for November 9, 2023.

• Approval of PILOT – Northview (Board Decision Requested in November)
• Approval of Park Point East Early Release Guaranteed Maximum Price for Grading and Utilities (Board Decision Requested in December)

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Consumer Advisory Board of Nashville's Continuum of Care is meeting to discuss updates to its bylaws, which will be presented to the Homelessness Planning Council. The board will also continue its community inventory of available resources and plan for its 2024 transition to The Contributor, ensuring the process remains tenant-led.

• Update on CAB Bylaws going to HPC
• Community Inventory: access to resources and gaps
• Planning for December meeting and 2024 CAB transition to The Contributor

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council's Shelter Committee is meeting to review progress on shelter capacity, winter shelter, encampment, and affordable housing goals. They will hear agency announcements and discuss action items, including adopting a revised encampment plan and forming an affordable housing committee.

• Review and adoption of revised encampment plan
• Formation of goals for affordable/attainable housing committee (2500 units of attainable?)
• Letter to HPC final draft due from Rizzo by end of next week
• Giovanni to send winter shelter document to Lampa
• Agencies to report nights at capacity in previous month

Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board (Inactive)

The board will hold a public comment period, approve October meeting minutes, and review new and renewal entertainer permits and business licenses from October 12 to November 8, 2023. Members will also discuss canceling the November 22, 2023 meeting due to the Thanksgiving holiday.

• Discussion on canceling the November 22, 2023 meeting for Thanksgiving
• Approval of minutes from October 11, 2023 meeting
• New entertainer permits from October 12 to October 25, 2023
• Renewal business licenses from October 26 to November 8, 2023
• Inspector’s report

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The council will receive reports from the Office of Homeless Services and MDHA, review HMIS data, and discuss new business including a Collaborative Applicant Ad Hoc Committee, board retreat planning, severe weather shelter season, and the upcoming Point-In-Time Count. No action items are scheduled.

• Report from OHS Director April Calvin
• Report from MDHA Collaborative Applicant Suzie Tolmie
• Severe Weather Shelter Season update
• Point In Time Count update
• Board Retreat update

Audit Committee

The Metropolitan Nashville Audit Committee is meeting to discuss several audit-related items, including a request for an audit of Metro Water Services' hazardous waste disposal process and the recently issued audit of surplus property. The committee will also review audit recommendations follow-up, conduct its annual self-assessment, and receive updates on internal audit projects and budget status. The meeting includes a public comment period and a potential executive session for confidential discussions.

• Discussion on audit request for Metro Water Services Hazardous Waste Disposal Process (received Nov 3, 2023)
• Discussion on Audit of Surplus Property (issued Oct 5, 2023)
• Tentative discussion on Audit Recommendations Follow-Up for Barnes Fund
• Annual self-assessment of the Audit Committee
• Executive session on Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery audit (Ernst & Young) and FY2023 Financial Statements audit (Crosslin)

Metropolitan Council

The East Bank Council Committee received a presentation on the Imagine East Bank plan, covering infrastructure/mobility and stewardship of Metro-owned land. The presentation reviewed the 550-acre East Bank study area, including the 30-acre Initial Development Area, and discussed upcoming council actions such as a sewer pump station agreement and mandatory referrals for street closures. No votes were taken; this was a discussion-only briefing.

• Presentation of Imagine East Bank plan for 550-acre East Bank study area, including 110 acres of Metro-owned land
• Discussion of three vital infrastructure pieces: Boulevard ROW for transit readiness, multi-modal connection between Dickerson Pike and North-South Boulevard, and James Robertson Parkway bridge landing modification
• Upcoming council actions: sewer pump station partnership agreement between Titans and Metro Water Services, and mandatory referrals for South Second Street and Russell Street, both to be filed in December 2023
• Master developer contract and related agreements to be filed in Q2 2024
• Housing benchmarks for Phase I within the Initial Development Area developed with Affordable Housing Task Force input

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council will review multiple ordinances to change zoning for various properties in Nashville. The meeting also includes reappointments to local boards and the acceptance of federal grants for community safety and human trafficking services.

• Rezoning 532 and 538 Bell Road for mixed-use development
• Reappointment of Public Administrator and Public Trustee
• DOJ grant acceptance for community violence mitigation
• DOJ grant for HEARTS Court expansion to serve trafficking victims
• Rezoning 5300 Centennial Blvd from IR to MUL-A

Metropolitan Council

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee will consider nine resolutions, mostly recognitions and commemorations, plus five reappointments to boards including Public Administrator, Public Trustee, Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board, and Stormwater Management Commission. The only substantive policy item is a resolution recommending findings of the Youth Career Exploration and Alignment Opportunities Task Force.

• RS2023-92: Recommends findings of the Youth Career Exploration and Alignment Opportunities Task Force
• RS2023-68: Approves election of certain notaries public for Davidson County
• 23-017: Reappointment of Michelle Poss as Public Administrator through Dec 31, 2027
• 23-018: Reappointment of Paz Evans as Public Trustee through Dec 31, 2027
• 23-019/23-020: Reappointments to the Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board

Metro Action

The Executive Committee of the Metropolitan Action Commission Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss job descriptions and agency structure. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Discussion of job descriptions
• Discussion of agency structure

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider several items including Vanderbilt University's request to add branded signage to the Centennial Sportsplex scoreboard, multiple donated conservation greenway easements for future trails, and approval of a consent agenda with dozens of park event permits. The board will also vote on accepting in-kind grants for park improvements and approving members for the Metro Golf Advisory Committee.

• Vanderbilt University Athletics requests permission to provide branded signage on the new scoreboard at Centennial Sportsplex at their expense (deferred to Policy Committee)
• Staff requests approval of donated Conservation Greenway Easements for future trails at 135 Kingston Street (0.25 acres), 1811/1813 Elizabeth Road (0.07 acres), 0 Asher Ct (1 acre), and 321 Traywick Pl/2176 Creekland View Blvd (8 acres)
• Consent agenda includes amplification, alcohol, and fundraising permits for events like Iroquois Steeplechase, Musicians Corner, and Nashville Earth Day Festival
• Staff requests acceptance of an in-kind grant valued at approximately $12,500 from West Nashville Sports League for a new HVAC system at Edwin Warner Park maintenance building
• Board to approve members of the Metro Golf Advisory Committee per Participation Agreement with Tennessee Golf Foundation

The board approved several items including Vanderbilt Athletics branded signage on the Centennial Sportsplex scoreboard, accepted multiple conservation greenway easements, and approved various permits and grants. A request for an 18.34-acre conservation easement for Whites Creek Greenway was deferred to the Acquisition Committee.

• Approved Vanderbilt Athletics branded signage on Centennial Sportsplex scoreboard (abstention: Scott-Barnes)
• Accepted in-kind donation under $3,000 from Joe C. Davis Foundation and Friends of Mill Ridge Park for two signs
• Accepted conservation greenway easement at 135 Kingston Street (0.25 acres)
• Accepted conservation greenway easements at 1811 and 1813 Elizabeth Road (0.07 acres)
• Accepted conservation greenway easement at 0 Asher Court (1 acre)
• Accepted conservation greenway easements at 321 Traywick Place and 2176 Creekland View Blvd (8 acres)
• Approved November 2023 Consent Agenda with amplification, fundraising, and alcohol permits
• Deferred 18.34-acre conservation easement for Whites Creek Greenway to Acquisition Committee

Work Release Commission

The Work Release Commission reviewed applications and approved Tyler Johnson, Keitheon McKnight, Antoine Maeves, Jamie Cheeves, and David Cross for work release. Jaylen Holmes was denied. The board also discussed past approvals and continued employment.

• Approved: Tyler Johnson, Keitheon McKnight, Antoine Maupin, Jamie Cheeves, David Cross
• Denied: Jaylen Holmes
• Discussion of charges, history, institutional behavior, and treatment programs

Metropolitan Council

The Public Facilities, Arts, and Culture Committee will consider five resolutions accepting in-kind grants for park improvements and one bill designating a temporary special event zone for New Year's Eve in downtown Nashville.

• RS2023-76: Accepts in-kind grant from Friends of Fort Nashborough for new signage at Fort Nashborough
• RS2023-77: Accepts in-kind grant from Friends of Warner Parks for a historical marker for the 1811 House in Percy Warner Park
• RS2023-78: Accepts in-kind grant from Friends of McCabe Park for playground renovation and equipment upgrades at McCabe Park Community Center
• RS2023-79: Accepts in-kind grant from Friends of Sevier Park for a bi-level water fountain and bottle filler at Sevier Park Community Center
• BL2023-73: Designates a temporary special event zone downtown from 9:00 p.m. Dec. 30, 2023 to 6:00 a.m. Jan. 1, 2024 for New Year's Eve celebration

Metropolitan Council

The Public Health and Safety Committee will consider 11 resolutions accepting or amending grants and contracts, plus three bills on second reading. It will also elect members to two boards and hear an update on the Nashville Youth Campus for Empowerment.

• RS2023-64: Accepts DOJ grant for community violence mitigation
• RS2023-65: Approves COVID-19 grant amendments for jail facilities
• RS2023-66: Accepts DOJ grant for human trafficking survivors court expansion
• BL2023-71: Amends code on license plate readers
• BL2023-73: Designates downtown Special Event Zone for New Year's Eve

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Performance Evaluation Committee will discuss scoring for the Collaborative Applicant application and debrief the CoC FY2023 competition. The meeting includes a values and equity statement and a review of HUD system performance measures. No formal votes or decisions are listed on this tentative agenda.

• Collaborative Applicant Application Scoring
• CoC FY2023 Competition Debriefing
• Review of HUD CoC System Performance Measures

Nashville Entertainment Commission

The Nashville Music, Film, and Entertainment Commission discussed hiring an Executive Director, but Metro HR noted the current $100,000 budget is insufficient for a full-time position. The commission also appointed Marshall McClarnon as Secretary and received a brief update on bylaws progress.

• Discussion with Metro HR on hiring an Executive Director; $100,000 budget deemed inadequate
• Appointment of Marshall McClarnon as Secretary
• Update on Bylaws committee progress
• Next meeting scheduled for December 19, 2023

Parks and Recreation Board

The Nashville Parks and Recreation Board's Policy Committee will review sponsorship guidelines, policy, and ordinance, and consider a request from Vanderbilt University Athletics to install branded signage on the new scoreboard at the Centennial Sportsplex at their expense. The signage would remain as long as Vanderbilt is a tenant of the swimming facility. This item was deferred from a previous meeting.

• Review of sponsorship guidelines, policy, and ordinance
• Vanderbilt University Athletics request for branded signage on Centennial Sportsplex scoreboard (Council District 21)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Acquisition Committee of the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation is meeting to consider four staff requests to accept donated Conservation Greenway Easements for future greenway trails. The properties are at 135 Kingston Street (0.25 acres), 1811 and 1813 Elizabeth Road (0.07 acres total), 0 Asher Ct (1 acre), and 321 Creekland View Blvd and 2176 Creekland View Blvd (8 acres total). All items were deferred to this committee.

• Donated Conservation Greenway Easement at 135 Kingston Street, 0.25 acres, Council District 5
• Donated Conservation Greenway Easement at 1811 and 1813 Elizabeth Road, 0.07 acres total, Council District 1
• Donated Conservation Greenway Easement at 0 Asher Ct, 1 acre, Council District 3
• Donated Conservation Greenway Easement at 321 Traywick Pl and 2176 Creekland View Blvd, 8 acres total, Council District 3

Employee Benefit Board

The Metropolitan Employee Benefit Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on a single late item regarding pensioners pay-as-you-go. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Pensioners pay-as-you-go item submitted by Human Resources staff

Metropolitan Council

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee will consider three items: an intergovernmental agreement to share emergency response networks with Williamson County, a contract for website maintenance and development for Nashville.gov, and an amendment to green building performance monitoring rules. Public comment is allowed on these legislative items.

• RS2023-69: Agreement with Electric Power Board and Williamson County Joint Communications Network Authority to improve emergency response services
• BL2023-1: Contract with Net Tango, Inc. for website maintenance and development for Nashville.gov (replacing expiring contract 432814)
• BL2023-72: Amendment to Section 16.60.110 of the Metropolitan Code on green building performance monitoring

Metropolitan Council

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider 27 items, including accepting grants for community safety, affordable housing, and park improvements; approving contracts for security systems and toxicology equipment; and authorizing settlements for personal injury and property damage claims totaling over $157,000. The committee will also vote on amendments to agreements for a Complete Street project on Gallatin Pike and flood-prone property acquisitions.

• RS2023-64: Accepts a U.S. DOJ grant for community violence mitigation programs via the Mayor's Office of Community Safety.
• RS2023-71: Approves an amendment to a contract for constructing affordable housing with the Urban League of Middle Tennessee.
• RS2023-73: Authorizes a $40,000 settlement for a personal injury claim by Gloria Sawyers.
• RS2023-88: Approves Amendment 2 for a Complete Street project on Gallatin Pike from Alta Loma Road to Liberty Lane.
• RS2023-89 & RS2023-90: Approve modifications to add parcels for flood-prone property acquisitions in Mill Creek and Sevenmile Creek watersheds.

Metropolitan Council

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will hear a presentation from NDOT on Vision Zero and the WalkNBike Plan, and will vote on several resolutions and bills. Key items include approving a Complete Street project on Gallatin Pike, modifying flood-prone property acquisition agreements, and renaming streets and bridges.

• RS2023-88: Approves Amendment 2 for a Complete Street project on Gallatin Pike from Alta Loma Road to Liberty Lane (Fed. Project No. STP-M-NH-6(120)).
• RS2023-89: Modifies agreement to add two parcels for flood-prone property acquisition in Mill Creek, Sorghum Branch, and Whittemore Branch watersheds.
• RS2023-90: Modifies agreement to add two parcels for flood-prone property acquisition in Sevenmile Creek watershed.
• BL2023-5: Renames Due West Avenue between Gallatin Pike and Fernbank Drive to 'Montague Way'.
• BL2023-75: Renames the Kelly Miller Smith Memorial Bridge on Jefferson Street as the 'Rev. Kelly M. Smith Memorial Bridge'.

Human Relations Commission

The Metro Human Relations Commission will hold its full commission meeting to elect an executive board, discuss public comments policy, receive a complaints update, evaluate the executive director, and review community engagement efforts. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a financial update.

• Executive Board election
• Public comments policy discussion
• Complaints update
• Executive Director evaluation
• Community engagement review

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Equity and Diversity Committee of Nashville's Continuum of Care will discuss recruitment, equity training follow-up, and updates to the MHID/OHS Antiracism resource page. The committee will also review a draft CoC Anti-Discrimination Policy. The meeting includes procedural items such as reading the anti-racism pledge and approving minutes.

• Review draft CoC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Update and publicize MHID/OHS Antiracism resource page (Racial Equity Resources)
• Equity training follow-up with Hamilton Simons-Jones
• Recruitment of committee members

Historical Commission

The Marker Committee will hold a public comment period and then review proposed historical markers for Moses and Calvin McKissack, Callie House, and Professor John E. Bailey. No decisions are listed; the items are under review.

• Proposed marker for Moses and Calvin McKissack
• Proposed marker for Callie House
• Proposed marker for Professor John E. Bailey

Metropolitan Council

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider several resolutions and bills, including an affordable housing grant amendment, a Complete Street project on Gallatin Pike, flood-prone property acquisitions, a street renaming, an underground encroachment, and a right-of-way abandonment. Public comment is limited to eight minutes total, with two minutes per speaker.

• RS2023-71: Approves first amendment to affordable housing grant contract with Urban League of Middle Tennessee
• RS2023-88: Approves amendment for Complete Street project on Gallatin Pike from Alta Loma Road to Liberty Lane
• RS2023-89/90: Approve modifications to add parcels for flood-prone property acquisition in Mill Creek, Sorghum Branch, Whittemore Branch, and Sevenmile Creek watersheds
• BL2023-5: Renames Due West Avenue between Gallatin Pike and Fernbank Drive to 'Montague Way'
• BL2023-77: Abandons portion of Lemuel Road right-of-way at Dickerson Pike intersection

Arts Commission

The selection panel for the Permanent Supportive Housing Public Art Project will review semifinalist submissions, interview five artists, and score them to choose a finalist. The meeting includes a scoring rubric review and finalist presentation.

• Interview with Queen Bee Ink at 10:30 a.m.
• Interview with Persona Company at 11:15 a.m.
• Interview with Marlos E’van at 12:15 p.m.
• Interview with Omari Booker at 1:00 p.m.
• Interview with Detour Norf at 1:45 p.m.

Fair Commissioners Board

The Board of Fair Commissioners is meeting for a retreat at GEODIS Park. The agenda includes only general discussion and no specific votes or proposals.

• Meeting location: GEODIS Park, 501 Benton Avenue
• Agenda items: call to order, general discussion, adjournment

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission selection panel is meeting to review semi-finalist artist submissions for the Looby Mural Public Art Project. The panel will score submissions from three artists—Creative Girls Rock, James Threalkill, and Omari Booker—and select a finalist. The meeting includes individual scoring and discussion of next steps.

• Review of semi-finalist artist submissions for Looby Mural Public Art Project
• Presentations by Creative Girls Rock, James Threalkill, and Omari Booker
• Scoring and selection of a finalist for the mural project

Housing Trust Fund Commission

The Metropolitan Housing Trust Fund Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on Amendment #5 to a contract with Affordable Housing Resources (AHR), which would extend the grant term to no more than 84 months from execution. The meeting also includes public comment and announcements.

• Amendment #5 to RS2017-965 contract with Affordable Housing Resources (AHR)
• Proposed change to grant contract term: up to 84 months from execution
• Public comment period for community members

Metropolitan Council

The Rules Committee is continuing its discussion regarding the Council Rules of Procedure for the 2023-2027 term. The meeting includes opening statements from Chair Sandra Sepulveda and questions from Council Members.

• Discussion of the Council Rules of Procedure for 2023-2027 Term

Convention Center Authority

The Convention Center Authority will hear an operations update covering a call for artists, a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise update, tax collections, and a software RFP. The board will also vote on the previous meeting's minutes and take public comment.

• RFP Call for Artist for Music City Center
• DBE Update
• Tax Collections update
• md Center Software RFP

Beer Permit Board

The Metro Beer Board will vote on nine new or amended beer permit applications and consider 20 complaints alleging sales to minors, with staff recommending civil penalties ranging from $1,500 to $3,500. Three applications are deferred for missing documents. The board will also approve minutes from October 25 and take public comment.

• Olive Garden Holdings LLC seeks on/off-sale permit for new location at 10 Opry Mills Dr (Dist. 15)
• Daddy's Dogs Catering faces two complaints (2nd and 3rd offenses) with recommended $2,500 penalties each
• Marley Market LLC (Laverte's Market) faces two complaints with recommended $3,000 and $3,500 penalties
• Dolgencorp LLC (Dollar General #15496) at 5100 Centennial Blvd faces $2,000 penalty for alleged underage sale
• Three applications deferred for missing documents: Maemax Market, Rincon Chapin Inc, and Hank Williams Jr Boogie Bar

The Metro Beer Board unanimously approved 9 beer permit applications, including new locations, name changes, and special events. Three applications were deferred indefinitely due to missing documents. The board also unanimously accepted staff recommendations for civil penalties on 16 complaints, mostly for sales to underage persons, with fines ranging from $1,500 to $3,500.

• Approved 9 beer permit applications (unanimous)
• Deferred 3 applications indefinitely due to missing documents (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,500 civil penalty for Twin Peaks (1st offense)
• Accepted $1,500 civil penalty for Mapco #3347 (1st offense)
• Accepted $2,500 civil penalty for Daddy's Dogs (2nd offense)
• Accepted $2,500 civil penalty for Daddy's Dogs (3rd offense)
• Accepted $3,000 civil penalty for Laverte's Market (1st offense)
• Accepted $3,500 civil penalty for Laverte's Market (2nd offense)

Zoning Appeals Board

The Metropolitan Board of Zoning Appeals heard eight appeals on November 2, 2023, granting six requests for variances or special exceptions and denying two. The board approved a special exception for two non-residential buildings at 1322 Little Hamilton Ave, variances for single-family homes at 2216 14th Ave N, 127 Kingston St, 135 46th Ave N, and 131 Kingston St, and a driveway variance at 3805 Dr Walter S Davis Blvd. It denied a street setback variance for a patio at 2409 Eden St and a square footage variance for a detached garage at 3852B Saunders Ave.

• Granted special exception for two non-residential buildings at 1322 Little Hamilton Ave (Case 2023-092)
• Denied street setback variance for a patio at 2409 Eden St (Case 2023-118)
• Granted side street setback variance for a single-family home at 2216 14th Ave N (Case 2023-123)
• Granted street setback variance for a single-family home at 127 Kingston St (Case 2023-126)
• Denied maximum square footage variance for a detached garage at 3852B Saunders Ave (Case 2023-127)

Stormwater Management Commission

The Stormwater Management Commission will consider four cases involving disturbances to floodway and stream buffers, including construction, fill placement, and unpermitted structures. The meeting also includes a staff presentation on Zone 1 buffer disturbances and open discussion on compensatory mitigation.

• Case 202300014: Disturbance of Zone 1 floodway buffer for three non-residential buildings at 2601-2611 Miami Avenue
• Case 202300015: Placement of approximately 25,000 cubic yards of uncompensated fill in floodway and buffers of Sevenmile Creek at 1052 Antioch Pike
• Case 202300017: Allowance of an unpermitted structure to remain in the floodway of Belle Meade Branch at 3817 Trimble Road
• Presentation by Metro Water Services staff about Zone 1 buffer disturbances
• Open discussion about compensatory mitigation

Tax Incentive and Abatement Study and Formulating Committee

The Tax Incentive and Abatement Study and Formulating Committee is meeting to review the final draft of its study and plan its presentation to the Metro Council. Public comment is allowed on legislative items on the agenda.

• Review final draft of tax incentive and abatement study
• Plan presentation to Metro Council

Property Standards and Appeals Board

The Board of Property Standards and Appeals will consider two requests from property owner Ben Houston to repair structures at 2206 and 2208 Goodrich Ave, both currently under demolition orders. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of minutes.

• Case 2023 PS-06: 2206 Goodrich Ave (APN 07009012200) – repair request under demolition order
• Case 2023 PS-07: 2208 Goodrich Ave (APN 07009012300) – repair request under demolition order
• Public comment period for agenda-related items

Public Library Board

The Board of Trustees is conducting several interviews for potential candidates. The meeting includes discussion, deliberation, and decisions regarding employing a Library Director and negotiating an employment contract.

• Interviews with Linda Harrison, Jason Kuhl, Chad Helton, and Roberta Phillips
• Discussion and decision regarding hiring a Library Director and contract negotiations

Public Library Board

The Nashville Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to discuss and deliberate on the process for hiring a Library Director. The agenda also includes several presentations and question-and-answer sessions.

• Discussion regarding the process for employing a Library Director
• Presentation/Question and Answer with Linda Harrison
• Presentation/Question and Answer with Jason Kuhl
• Presentation/Question and Answer with Chad Helton
• Presentation/Question and Answer with Roberta Phillips

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council is meeting to plan the 2024 Point-In-Time Count, scheduled for January 25. The committee will review survey edits, discuss team leads, and strategies for counting youth. The agenda is focused on operational planning for the annual homeless count.

• 2024 PIT Count set for Thursday, January 25 (bad weather backup: Jan 29)
• Review unsheltered survey for edits
• Discuss engaging youth in the count
• Assemble timeline and basic procedures for institutional memory

Community Review Board

The Community Review Board is holding its first meeting to organize itself. The board will elect officers, appoint an executive director, and discuss its budget and staffing. Public comment is limited to agenda items, with up to five speakers allowed for two minutes each.

• Election of officers
• Appointment of Executive Director
• Budget discussion
• Staff/Human Resources discussion
• Public comment period (up to 5 speakers, 2 minutes each)

Metro Action

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss agency priorities shared with the mayor, Head Start enrollment and staffing increases, and rising demand for energy and rent assistance. The meeting also covers team appreciation activities and recruitment efforts.

• Discussion of agency priorities shared with the mayor
• Head Start enrollment and staffing increases
• Rising demand for energy assistance and rent services
• Team Appreciation Week activities (October 16-20)
• Recruitment efforts in Administrative Services and Operations report

Transportation Licensing Commission

The Transportation Licensing Commission will hold a public hearing on a booting application from Delta Enforcement Service and consider a new application from Vintage Nashville Tour for 20 low-speed vehicle permits. They will also review several new for-hire vehicle company applications and discuss scooter and eBike utilization.

• Vintage Nashville Tour: new application for 20 low-speed vehicle permits
• Public hearing on booting application for Delta Enforcement Service
• New for-hire vehicle company applications: Derese Tilahun Limo Service, Excellence Transport, Geoffrey Peterson dba Peterson Concierge, HS VIP Transportation LLC, JZ Limo, Ride Guy Transport LLC, Unique Transportation Services
• Update on SUMD utilization including scooters and eBikes
• Review proposed 2024 TLC meeting calendar

The Transportation Licensing Commission approved the 2024 meeting calendar, approved one additional entertainment vehicle permit for Grey Lion LLC (4-0-2), approved a booting company application from Delta Enforcement (6-0), and approved seven other passenger vehicle for hire applications (6-0). Action on new low-speed vehicle permits for Vintage Nashville Tour was deferred until two months after the Connect Downtown Study is received.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved one additional entertainment transportation vehicle permit for Grey Lion LLC (4-0-2, Rogers and Hayes abstained)
• Deferred action on Vintage Nashville Tour LSV permits until two months after Connect Downtown Study received (6-0)
• Approved Delta Enforcement booting company application (6-0)
• Approved seven other passenger vehicle for hire applications (6-0)
• Approved 2024 meeting calendar and application deadlines (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Hospital Authority Board

The Hospital Authority Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including contracts for capital expenditures, a quality report, and financial reports. The board will also receive updates on hospital utilization, the Bordeaux Clinic, and relocation efforts.

• Contract with Miller Electric for installation of isolation power panels, not to exceed $131,935
• Contract with Primex for temperature, humidity, pressure monitoring, 3-year term totaling $68,400
• Capital expenditure request for AmeriWater central sterile water system, one-time cost $60,727.60
• Approval of minutes from September 28, 2023 meeting
• Election of officer open seats

Hospital Authority Board

The Metropolitan Hospital Authority Finance Committee will consider three contracts totaling over $200,000, including a $131,935 isolation power panel installation, a $68,400 temperature monitoring system, and a $60,727 sterile water system. The committee will also vote on the August 2023 financial reports and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Vote on $131,935 contract with Miller Electric for OR isolation power panels
• Vote on $68,400 three-year contract with Primex for environmental monitoring
• Vote on $60,727.60 contract for a sterile water system for surgical instruments
• Update on Community Health Marketing RFP
• Approval of August 2023 financial reports

Historical Commission

The Metro Historical Commission Executive Committee is meeting to discuss bylaws and other business. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Discussion of bylaws
• Public comment period at start of meeting

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a major policy change for the 1,406-acre Couchville Pike Study Area and a downtown code amendment for the Bonus Height Program. Several rezoning and subdivision requests are on the agenda, with multiple items recommended for deferral or consent. The meeting includes public hearings on specific development proposals, such as a hotel at 611 Cowan Street and a mixed-use project at 206 N. 1st Street.

• Couchville Pike Study Area: amend community plan policies for ~1,406 acres (Item 1)
• Downtown Code Bonus Height Program amendment (Item 2, deferred to Jan 2024)
• 611 Cowan Street: rezone to SP for hotel and retail (Item 3)
• 206 N. 1st Street: rezone to SP for mixed-use development (Item 4)
• 3539 Dickerson Pike: rezone to SP for 450 multi-family units and 22,000 sq ft non-residential (Item 22, deferred)

The Planning Commission approved a major amendment to the Antioch-Priest Lake and Donelson-Hermitage-Old Hickory Community Plans, changing land use policy for the 1,406-acre Couchville Pike Study Area from District Employment Center to a mix of residential, industrial, and mixed-use policies. The Commission also approved several specific plan rezonings for hotels and residential developments, and deferred multiple other items to future meetings.

• Approved Couchville Pike Study Area community plan amendment (9-0)
• Approved 611 Cowan Street hotel/retail SP rezoning (9-0)
• Approved 206 N 1st St hotel/mixed-use SP rezoning (9-0)
• Approved Cato Road Acres 5-unit residential SP rezoning (9-0)
• Approved 1100 Porter Hotel height modification to 28 stories (9-0)
• Approved renaming 4 segments of Old Harding Pike (9-0)
• Approved Jefferson Street CS to MUL-A-NS rezoning (9-0)
• Deferred Downtown Code Bonus Height Program amendment to June 2024 (9-0)

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Executive Committee of the Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council will meet to review prior meeting minutes, discuss board updates including appointees and retreat dates, and consider a proposed letter from the shelter committee. They will also review HUD technical assistance recommendations and potential restructuring, including a collaborative applicant ad hoc committee and bylaw changes.

• Review of HPC discussion and minutes
• Executive Committee Appointees and Board Retreat Dates
• Metro Land Use Review
• Shelter committee proposed letter
• HUD TA review, recommendations, and restructuring

Metropolitan Council

This is a procedural meeting of the Metropolitan Council's Special Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections committee. The committee will discuss the Council Rules of Procedure for the 2023-2027 term and take questions from council members. No votes or specific policy decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Council Rules of Procedure for 2023-2027 term

Social Services Commission

The scheduled meeting and board retreat for October 25, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda originally included departmental, budget, position, and strategic planning updates.

Short Term Rental Appeals Board

The Nashville Short Term Rental Appeals Board meeting scheduled for October 25, 2023, at 1:00 PM has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision, only the meeting header and board member list.

Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board (Inactive)

The Metropolitan Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board is holding a regular meeting to handle routine licensing matters. The agenda includes a public comment period, approval of prior meeting minutes, and consideration of new and renewed entertainer permits and business licenses, along with an inspector's report. No specific proposals, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Public comment period
• Approval of minutes from October 11, 2023 meeting
• New entertainer permits
• Renewal entertainer permits
• New and renewal business licenses

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Continuum of Care Membership Committee will review proposed charter edits, discuss the process for joining committees, and explore strategies for diversifying membership. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and updates on new member orientation.

• Review of charter edits related to membership and committee joining process
• Discussion of strategies for diversifying CoC general membership through recruitment and engagement
• Update on orientation session for new members
• Consideration of keeping list of commitments in Section II-A for membership

Nashville Education, Community and Arts Television Board

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Nashville Education, Community and Arts Television Board. The board will vote on approving prior meeting minutes and receive reports on financials and from the chair, followed by general board discussion. No substantive policy or funding decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes (voting item)
• Financials report
• Chair report
• Board discussion

Beer Permit Board

The Metro Beer Permit Board will consider 29 applications for new or transferred beer permits, including several special-event permits for festivals and Vanderbilt reunions. A hearing is scheduled for an alleged underage sale at Eastside (2504 B Dickerson Pike) with a recommended $1,500 fine or 7-day suspension. Many applications are deferred due to missing documents.

• Hearing for Francis Adams at Eastside (2504 B Dickerson Pike) over alleged underage sale on Aug 7, 2023; staff recommends $1,500 civil penalty or 7-day suspension plus 30-day probation
• New on-sale location: Retrograde - Clifton at 2714 Clifton Ave
• New off-sale location: Thorntons #620 at 2136 Century Farms Pkwy
• Special events: Southern Festival of Books (Oct 21-22) and Tennessee Hot Sauce Expo (Nov 4-5) at 600 James Robertson Pkwy
• 29 applications deferred indefinitely due to missing documents, including multiple Vanderbilt University special events

The Metro Beer Permit Board approved nine beer permit applications, including new locations and ownership changes, and deferred 20 applications indefinitely due to missing documents. Two applications were withdrawn at the request of the applicants. The board also issued a $1,000 civil penalty to Eastside 21 for selling beer to a minor, with an option for a 7-day suspension and 30-day probation.

• Approved 9 beer permit applications (unanimous)
• Deferred 20 applications indefinitely due to missing documents (unanimous)
• Withdrew 2 applications at applicant request (unanimous)
• Issued $1,000 civil penalty or 7-day suspension plus 30-day probation to Eastside 21 (unanimous)

Ethical Conduct Board

The Board of Ethical Conduct is meeting to discuss annual lobbyist reporting, including an overview of current code and requirements, and to review an updated report and draft letter to the Vice Mayor. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment on germane items.

• Review of updated lobbyist report and draft letter to Vice Mayor
• Overview of current lobbyist code and reporting requirements
• Approval of minutes from August 25, 2023 meeting

The Board approved changes to its procedures requiring the Clerk to submit an annual lobbyist report to the Metro Council, and approved a letter to the Vice Mayor about non-compliant lobbyists. Both motions passed unanimously (5-0). The amended procedures will be reviewed at a future meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 25, 2023 (5-0)
• Amended Board's Procedures and Organizational Rules to require annual lobbyist report to Metro Council (5-0)
• Approved letter to Vice Mayor regarding lobbyist reporting, to be delivered by hand and email by October 27, 2023 (5-0)

Community Oversight Board (Inactive)

The Community Oversight Board is meeting to discuss a draft Sexual Misconduct Policy Advisory Report and a consultant assessment and transition report. The board will also hear board member and public comments, review proposed resolutions, and receive a research team update. This is a regular monthly meeting with both discussion and decision items.

• Sexual Misconduct Policy Advisory Report (Draft)
• Consultant COB/CRB Assessment & Transition Report
• Proposed Resolution Report(s)
• Research Team Update
• Board Member & Public Comment

Nashville Entertainment Commission

The Nashville Music, Film & Entertainment Commission discussed a $100,000 allocation for an executive director position, with $60,000 for salary, $26,700 for benefits, and $13,300 for advertising. A subcommittee was formed to write the job description. The meeting also included an ethics presentation from Metro Legal and discussion of bylaws and subcommittee chairs.

• $100,000 allocation for executive director position discussed
• Subcommittee formed to write job description for executive director
• Ethics presentation by Metro Legal covering conflicts of interest and Open Meetings Act
• Discussion on forming three subcommittees: Film, Television, and Diversity
• Next meeting planned for November 7, 2023

Metropolitan Council

This is the agenda for the Metropolitan Council Women's Caucus meeting. The caucus will discuss its past and current initiatives, including by-laws, a mental health program for daycare providers, the Safe Bar Program, and dues. They will also discuss a joint meeting with the Public Safety Committee about the Safe Bar Program, consider new initiatives, and elect new officers.

• Discussion of by-laws
• Mental Health program for Daycare Providers
• Safe Bar Program
• Joint meeting with Public Safety Committee
• Election of new officers

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council Executive Committee will vote on a proposed committee structure and the cancellation of the January 2 meeting. The agenda also includes discussions on rules change proposals, council office staffing, and other administrative items.

• Vote on proposed committee structure
• Vote on January 2 meeting cancellation
• Discussion of rules change proposals
• Council office staffing update
• Travel & Education Fund discussion

Housing Trust Fund Commission

The Metropolitan Housing Trust Fund Commission will vote on a revision to an ARPA special funding round grant, specifically the $7,000,000 Round 12 Grant 2 for Cooperative Housing for Families. The commission will also receive financial updates, discuss commissioner appointments and Round 13 timing, and decide on meeting dates for November and December.

• Vote on ARPA Special Funding Round Grant 2 Revision
• Round 12 Grant 2 – Cooperative Housing for Families Policy $7,000,000
• Financial Update and Budget to Actuals as of 9.30.23
• Update on HTF Commissioner appointments/expirations
• Decide on November and December 2023 holiday season meeting dates

Human Relations Commission

The Metro Human Relations Commission's Executive Committee is holding a routine meeting with a short agenda. The only substantive items are updates on Title VI complaints and general commissioner updates. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Title VI Complaint updates
• Commissioner updates

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Continuum of Care Governance Charter Committee is meeting to review and discuss its charter issues list, committee composition, and next steps. The committee aims to complete its work in time for a CoC General Membership vote on December 15. The agenda also includes a values and equity statement and HUD system performance measures for reference.

• Review and discussion of Charter Issues List
• Committee composition discussion
• Timeline to complete work by December 15 for CoC General Membership vote
• Values and equity statement on antiracism
• HUD CoC System Performance Measures listed

Health Board

The Nashville Health Board meeting agenda includes a nomination for Jennifer Cantrell, RN, School Health Supervisor, to be recognized as Employee of the Month. The nomination, submitted by Nancy Ashbaugh, RN, highlights Cantrell's dedication to student health and her work as a supervisor and mentor. The board is expected to discuss or approve this recognition at the meeting.

• Nomination of Jennifer Cantrell, RN, School Health Supervisor, for Employee of the Month

Zoning Appeals Board

The Metropolitan Board of Zoning Appeals voted on three variance requests at its October 19, 2023 public hearing. All three were granted: a street setback variance for a detached garage at 4329 Brick Church Pike, an Item D appeal to remodel a patio and exterior facade at 2317 12th Ave S, and a street setback variance for a home addition at 2456 Fairbrook Dr. The board found that the appellants met the legal standards for variances, citing hardships such as floodplain constraints and irregular lot orientation.

• Variance granted for detached garage at 4329 Brick Church Pike (R20/OV-FLD zoning) with condition to maintain a landscape buffer along Brick Church Pike
• Variance granted for patio and exterior facade remodel at 2317 12th Ave S (CS/OV-UZO zoning)
• Variance granted for single-family home addition at 2456 Fairbrook Dr (RS15 zoning) due to irregular orientation of existing structure
• All three cases received unanimous approval (6-0) except the Fairbrook Dr case, which passed 5-1 with Mr. Cole voting no

Sports Authority Board

The Sports Authority Board will consider approving an employment contract with its executive director and a resolution authorizing an agreement with Stadco and Tennessee Builders Alliance to serve as construction manager at risk for a new enclosed NFL stadium. The board will also receive reports on debt obligation bonds totaling over $705 million for the stadium project and a monthly progress report on the Titans' new stadium.

• Consider resolution authorizing employment contract with Executive Director
• Consider resolution approving Stadco and Tennessee Builders Alliance as Construction Manager at Risk for new enclosed NFL stadium
• Report on $345,795,000 Stadium Project Senior Revenue Bonds Series 2023A
• Report on $79,630,000 Stadium Project Subordinate Revenue Bonds Series 2023B
• Report on $220,605,000 Stadium Project Revenue Bonds (Non-Tax Revenues Pledge) Series 2023D

Sports Authority Board

The Sports Authority Board will consider approving an employment contract for its Executive Director and a resolution to hire Tennessee Builders Alliance as construction manager at risk for a new enclosed NFL stadium. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a public comment period.

• Consider approval of resolution authorizing employment contract with Executive Director
• Consider resolution approving agreement between Stadco and Tennessee Builders Alliance as Construction Manager at Risk for new enclosed NFL stadium
• Approval of July 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment period on agenda items

Arts Commission

The Metro Arts Board of Commissioners will vote on several public art projects, including finalist recommendations for the Arthur Avenue/I-65 bridge underpass and semi-finalists for the Looby Mural, Bordeaux Gateway, and Permanent Supportive Housing projects. They will also consider bylaws updates for quorum and public comment, officer recommendations, and contract extensions for restorative arts grants. The meeting includes public comment and updates on grants, communications, and staff capacity issues.

• Bylaws updates for quorum and public comment (ACTION)
• Looby Mural Public Art semi-finalist recommendations (ACTION)
• Bordeaux Gateway Public Art semi-finalist recommendations (ACTION)
• Arthur Avenue/I-65 Bridge Underpass Public Art finalist recommendations (ACTION)
• FY24 Thrive awards correction (ACTION)

The Metro Art Board of Commissioners approved bylaws amendments requiring quorum for all committee meetings and setting public comment limits. They also approved artist semifinalists for three public art projects, a temporary art proposal, and a finalist for the Arthur Avenue bridge underpass project. Contract extensions for arts programs and additional THRIVE grant awards were approved.

• Approved bylaws amendment requiring quorum for all committee and task force meetings
• Approved bylaws amendment limiting public comment to 20 minutes total, 2 minutes per person
• Approved Creative Girls Rock, James Threalkill, and Omari Booker as semifinalists for Looby Community Center public art
• Approved Creative Girls Rock, James Threalkill, Omari Booker, Stephen Hutchins, Prado Studio, and Shabazz Larkin as semifinalists for Bordeaux Gateway public art
• Approved Detour Norf, Marlos E'van, Omari Booker, Persona Company, and Queen Bee Ink as semifinalists for Permanent Supportive Housing public art
• Approved Civic Design Center's Temporary Art on Metro Property Proposal for Arthur Ave at 11th traffic triangle
• Approved Alex Braden as finalist and Cliff Garten and Ebony Payne-English as alternate for Arthur Avenue I-65 Bridge Underpass Public Art
• Approved extension of Arts Programming for Court-Involved Youth contracts to June 2024

Emergency Communication District (E-911) Board

The Davidson County Emergency Communication District (E-911) Board is meeting to review the 2023 audit report, September financials, and a public awareness update. They will also consider renaming a portion of Due West Ave to Montague Way, renewing a contract for Will Denami, and changing the meeting time.

• 2023 Audit Report presented by KraftCPA's
• September 2023 Financial Statement review
• BL2023-5: Rename portion of Due West Ave to Montague Way
• Will Denami Contract Renewal
• Consider changing meeting time

Arts Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Advocacy Committee with no specific action or discussion items listed. The agenda includes call to order, approval of minutes, and staff reports.

Historic Zoning Commission

The Metro Historic Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 18, 2023, to review applications for new construction, additions, outbuildings, fences, and other alterations to properties in historic overlays across Nashville. The agenda includes consent items, violation cases, and a demolition economic hardship request. The commission will vote on each application, with decisions subject to appeal.

• 1402 Beechwood: Demolition—Economic Hardship in Belmont-Hillsboro overlay
• 816 Boscobel Ave: Violation/Show Cause in Edgefield overlay
• 411 Broadway: Addition revision in Broadway overlay
• 400 Broadway: Signage revision (notification requirements not met)
• 5494 Brick Church Pike: New infill construction in Historic Landmark overlay

The Metro Historic Zoning Commission unanimously denied a demolition request for 1402 Beechwood Ave, ruling the hardship was self-imposed and requiring reconstruction of the front dormer and second level within 120 days. The commission also disapproved several violation cases, including an outbuilding at 3806 Central Ave and gates at 746 Benton Ave, ordering corrective actions. Multiple new construction and addition projects were approved with conditions, and two agenda items were deferred due to unmet notification requirements.

• Denied demolition at 1402 Beechwood Ave (unanimous)
• Disapproved outbuilding at 3806 Central Ave, requiring height reduction within 90 days (unanimous)
• Disapproved gates at 746 Benton Ave, requiring removal within 30 days (unanimous)
• Approved roof configuration at 816 Boscobel Ave with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved addition/outbuilding at 1816 Wildwood Ave with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved addition at 2614 Barton Ave with conditions (4-1)
• Approved infill/outbuilding at 3912 Kimpalong Ave with conditions (4-0)
• Approved 19 administrative permits and consent items (unanimous)

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Performance Evaluation Committee will discuss a reallocation policy already approved by the Homelessness Planning Council, an update on $9 million in American Rescue Plan funding for supportive services, and a Collaborative Applicant committee update. The meeting also includes a debriefing on the FY2023 Continuum of Care competition. No votes or decisions are listed on this tentative agenda.

• Reallocation Policy – Approved by Homelessness Planning Council
• $9M ARP funding for Supportive Services – update
• Collaborative Applicant Ad Hoc Committee Update
• CoC FY2023 Competition Debriefing

Health and Educational Facilities Board

The Health and Educational Facilities Board will vote on several financing requests, including revenue bonds for Vanderbilt University Medical Center and multifamily housing notes. The meeting also includes the election of a Board Chair and a public comment period.

• Vanderbilt University Medical Center: up to $200,000,000 tax-exempt revenue bonds
• EC Nashville Christian Towers, LLC: up to $29,500,000 Multifamily Notes at 101 Foothill Court
• Sojourn Nolensville Apartments, LP: up to $33,178,000 Series 2023 bonds at 4608 and 4612 Nolensville Pike
• Joseph Ave Partners, LP: up to $30,000,000 Series 2023A bonds and $10,000,000 Series 2023B at 590 Joseph Avenue

Metropolitan Council

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee is meeting to consider two items: a resolution accepting a cooperative purchasing agreement for HIPAA consulting services for the IT department, and a bill approving a contract with Net Tango, Inc. for website maintenance and development for Nashville.gov and other Metro sites. Both items were referred from the Budget & Finance Committee and are at second reading.

• RS2023-46: Accepts cooperative purchasing master agreement for HIPAA consulting services for IT Services Department
• BL2023-1: Approves contract with Net Tango, Inc. for website maintenance and development, replacing expiring contract 432814

Employee Benefit Board

The Pension Committee of the Metropolitan Employee Benefit Board will meet on October 17, 2023, to determine the status of the pension plan. The agenda includes a public comment period and a single substantive item.

• Public comment period for up to five persons, two minutes each
• Determination of pension plan status

The Pension Committee denied an employee's appeal to transfer from Division A to Division B pension plan. The decision was based on staff records showing the employee was in Division A and no documentation supporting a change. The motion to deny was approved with one member opposed.

• Denied request to transfer to Division B pension plan (2-1, B.R. Hall opposed)

Public Library Board

The Nashville Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a resolution on early literacy, an updated collection development policy for Limitless Libraries, a revised memorandum of agreement with the Nashville Public Library Foundation, and a partnership with Metro Arts. The board will also hear reports from the interim library director and the foundation, and receive an update on the library director search.

• Early Literacy Resolution (pg. 52)
• Updated Collection Development Policy for Limitless Libraries
• Updated NPL/NPLF Memorandum of Agreement
• Metro Arts and NPL partnership
• Library Director Search update

Farmers Market Board

The October 17, 2023, meeting of the Nashville Farmers' Market Board was canceled because a quorum could not be reached. No decisions or discussions occurred.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum

Hospital Authority Board

The Hospital Authority Board Nominating Committee will consider and vote on nominations for the HAB Chair for FY24. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Nominations for HAB Chair for FY24
• Approval of July 17, 2023 Nominating Committee minutes
• Public comment opportunity

Metropolitan Council

The Public Facilities, Arts, and Culture Committee will consider two resolutions appropriating a total of $280,000 through grant contracts with Oasis Center, Inc. via the Nashville Public Library. One resolution provides $30,000 for youth services, and the other provides $250,000 for college access services through the Power Youth Program. Public comment is allowed on these items.

• RS2023-53: $30,000 grant to Oasis Center for youth services
• RS2023-54: $250,000 grant to Oasis Center for Power Youth Program college access services
• Public comment period for legislative items on the agenda

Metropolitan Council

The committee will vote on several grants and contracts, including a state grant for School Resource Officers in Nashville middle and high schools, two violent crime intervention grants, and agreements for nutrition education and HIV prevention. A bill on second reading would authorize an agreement with nonprofits to support disaster recovery. The committee will also discuss its focus areas for the term.

• RS2023-16: Accepts a Statewide SRO grant from TN Dept. of Safety to place School Resource Officers in all Nashville public middle and high schools.
• RS2023-21: Approves application for a Hot Spot Violent Crime Intervention Fund grant to form a PAL program and purchase equipment for MNPD.
• RS2023-50: Approves amendment one to a TN Dept. of Health grant for supplemental foods, nutrition education, and breastfeeding promotion.
• RS2023-51: Approves amendment one to a Music City PrEP Clinic grant for the U=U Ambassador Project to end the HIV epidemic.
• BL2023-2: Approves an agreement with The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee and United Way of Greater Nashville for disaster recovery support.

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Continuum of Care Veterans Workgroup is meeting to continue work on Federal Criteria and Benchmarks to end Veteran Homelessness, reviewing progress and next steps. The agenda also includes a presentation on Veterans services and an update on the Built for Zero Learning Session. The meeting is largely a working session with no binding votes or financial decisions.

• Continued work on Federal Criteria and Benchmarks to end Veteran Homelessness
• Presentation on Veterans services at Nashville Homeless Coalition on October 19th
• Built for Zero Learning Session update with Large City Last Mile call on October 20th
• Review of minutes from September 12th meeting
• Agency updates and other business

Employee Benefit Board

The Metropolitan Employee Benefit Board is holding a study session to discuss a potential addition of a hearing aid benefit to its self-insured plans. Supporting materials will be distributed at the meeting. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion of potential hearing aid benefit addition to self-insured plans

Sports Authority Board

The Sports Authority Personnel Committee is meeting to consider approving an employment contract with the Executive Director. The agenda includes a public comment period and a vote on the contract resolution.

• Resolution to approve employment contract with Executive Director

Metropolitan Council

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee is meeting to consider several ceremonial resolutions, a bill to readopt the Metropolitan Code, and multiple appointments including the Director of Finance and Director of Law. The agenda also includes elections for the Short Term Rental Appeals Board and confirmations for various boards and commissions.

• Appointment of Kevin Crumbo as Metropolitan Director of Finance
• Appointment of Wallace Dietz as Metropolitan Director of Law
• Readoption of the Metropolitan Code (BL2023-3)
• Election to fill two vacancies on the Short Term Rental Appeals Board
• Re-appointment of Trey Lewis to the Stormwater Management Commission

Metropolitan Council

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing 19 items, including grants for a DUI court, housing barrier removal, energy efficiency, and crime reduction, as well as contracts for software, website maintenance, and disaster recovery. Two tax incentive agreements for multi-family housing projects at 4608 Nolensville Pike and 101 Foothill Court are also on the agenda.

• RS2023-45: Grant application to remove housing barriers for low-to-moderate income families
• RS2023-47: $ energy retrofit for Metro Nashville Historic Courthouse with LED lamps
• RS2023-48: PILOT tax agreement for Sojourn Nolensville Apartments at 4608 Nolensville Pike
• RS2023-49: PILOT tax agreement for Nashville Christian Towers at 101 Foothill Court
• RS2023-55: Hot Spot Violent Crime Intervention Fund grant for police to combat violent crime

Metropolitan Council

The document outlines a project by Capitol Hill Advocacy to secure comprehensive gender-affirming care coverage for Metropolitan Nashville employees. It details the structure of the Employee Benefit Board and tracks previous failed votes regarding medical coverage for gender dysphoria.

• Proposal to add gender-affirming surgery coverage to Metro PPO and HRA plans
• Estimated annual cost increase of $250,000 under the PPO plan
• Estimated annual cost increase of $135,000 under the HRA plan
• December 7, 2021 Board vote: 3-7 against coverage
• June 6, 2023 Board vote: 4-5 against coverage

Historical Commission

The Metro Nashville Historical Commission will vote on a 3% merit salary increase ($3,926.77) for the executive director, effective July 1, 2023. The agenda also includes votes on historical markers for Sunnyside and Werthan Bag Company, a presentation on Davidson County’s archaeological resources, and reports on historic zoning and the director.

• Vote on 3% merit salary increase for executive director ($3,926.77) effective July 1, 2023
• Vote on historical marker for Sunnyside (Granny White Pike area, c.1852 Greek Revival house)
• Vote on historical marker for Werthan Bag Company (north Nashville cotton mill complex, 1871)
• Presentation on Davidson County’s archaeological resources by Dr. Adam Fracchia
• Public comment period (2 minutes per speaker, no advance registration)

The Metropolitan Historical Commission unanimously approved a 3% merit salary increase for Executive Director Tim Walker, amounting to $3,926.77, retroactive to July 1, 2023. The commission also approved two historical markers: one for Sunnyside (1113 Kirkwood Avenue) with a construction date confirmation and reworked sentences, and one for Werthan Bag Company at Werthan Lofts. No public comments were made, and the September 2023 minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved 3% merit salary increase for Executive Director Tim Walker ($3,926.77, retroactive to July 1, 2023) (unanimous)
• Approved historical marker for Sunnyside, 1113 Kirkwood Avenue, with construction date confirmation and reworked first/second sentences (unanimous)
• Approved historical marker for Werthan Bag Company at Werthan Lofts (unanimous)
• Approved September 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Nashville/Davidson County Continuum of Care Data Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including reviewing minutes, revisiting a PEC recommendation, and examining HMIS performance data. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of PEC Recommendation Data Revisit
• HMIS Performance Data review
• Values & equity statement reading
• Conflicts of interest disclosure

Metropolitan Council

The Planning and Zoning Committee is considering resolutions to apply for a federal housing grant and authorize tax-reduction agreements for two apartment projects. It will also vote on bills to rename a street, abandon several rights-of-way, and accept easements for water and sewer infrastructure across multiple properties.

• RS2023-45: Approves application for a Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (Pro Housing) grant from HUD
• RS2023-48: Authorizes a PILOT agreement for Sojourn Nolensville Apartments at 4608 Nolensville Pike
• RS2023-49: Authorizes a PILOT agreement for Nashville Christian Towers at 101 Foothill Court
• BL2023-5: Renames Due West Avenue between Gallatin Pike and Fernbank Drive to Montague Way
• BL2023-4: Approves agreement for rehab of overhead railroad bridge crossing Albion Street

Arts Commission

The selection panel will hear presentations from four artists and score their proposals for a public art project at the Arthur Avenue/I-65 Bridge Underpass. The meeting runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the North Police Precinct. No decisions are made today; the panel will discuss and compile scores to recommend an artist.

• Artist presentations and scoring for Arthur Avenue/I-65 Bridge Underpass public art project
• Four artists (A, B, C, D) present at 30-minute intervals starting at 10:30 a.m.
• Scoring submission at 1:30 p.m., followed by review and discussion at 2:00 p.m.
• Meeting held at North Police Precinct, William D. Bodenhamer Building, 2231 26th Ave N

Metropolitan Council

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will vote on 43 bills on second reading, mostly authorizing acceptance or abandonment of water, sewer, and street easements for development projects across Nashville. A key item is a participation agreement with Cheatham County Railroad Authority to rehabilitate the Albion Street railroad bridge. A planned NDOT presentation on Vision Zero and WalkNBike has been rescheduled to November 6.

• RS2023-56: Accepts a federal grant from USDA Forest Service for replanting Nashville's tree canopy
• BL2023-4: Approves participation agreement with Cheatham County Railroad Authority for Albion Street bridge rehabilitation and upgrade
• BL2023-5: Renames Due West Avenue between Gallatin Pike and Fernbank Drive to 'Montague Way'
• BL2023-10: Authorizes Rutledge Flats, LLC to install encroachments at 622 3rd Avenue South
• BL2023-31: Authorizes abandonment and new water/sewer mains for Hyatt Caption Hotel at 118 12th Avenue South

Arts Commission

The Committee for Antiracism and Equity (CARE) will meet to discuss outreach for new committee members and recap a joint commission meeting. Staff will provide updates on cultural planning. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Recap of Joint Commission meeting on 8/17/23
• Discussion of new CARE roster outreach and interested candidates
• Updates on cultural planning
• Approval of meeting minutes from 7/14/23 and 8/11/23

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council is meeting to plan the 2024 Point-In-Time (PIT) count of homeless individuals. They will review 2023 changes, survey tools, team leads, and strategies to count youth, and set tentative dates.

• Review unsheltered survey for edits
• Assemble timeline and basic procedures for institutional memory
• Review sheltered numbers from 2023
• Engaging youth in count, strategies to assure young people are found/counted
• Tentative date for 2024 and bad weather alternative date

Beer Permit Board

The Metro Beer Permit Board will consider over 100 beer permit applications, including new locations, ownership changes, and special event permits, plus six alleged underage sales violations with recommended civil penalties. The agenda also includes a hearing for Tri-Star Energy for multiple violations. Most applications are marked as missing documents, which may affect their consideration.

• New locations: Edley's Bar-B-Que Nolensville, Waymore's Guesthouse, Tiger Bar, Wilburn Street Tavern, Frankie's, Sabell's, Fuego Bites, Chago's Cantina, Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer, Grandpa Bar, Snooze An AM Eatery, Black Market Bar & Grill, Blind Barber Bar, La Reina Cafe, La Chula Mexican Bar & Grill, and more.
• Special events: Good Neighbor Day Festival, Good Coffee Fest, NPT-Park and Party, Dinner by the Bridge, The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project, The Latin Party @ Farmers Market, Best of Nashville, Music City Head Race, Light the Night, Taste of Bellevue, AAZV Conference, Hot Chocolate Run, Southern Festival of Books.
• Violations: Outback Steakhouse ($2,500 penalty), Korea House ($1,500), Waldo's Chicken & Beer ($2,500), Big Bad Breakfast ($2,500), Smokin Thighs ($1,500), Streetcar Taps and Garden ($1,500) for alleged underage sales.
• Hearing: Tri-Star Energy (Twice Daily #8081) for 3rd offense underage sales and tobacco violations.
• Many applications (e.g., Mapco Express locations) are listed as missing documents, which may be deferred.

The Metro Beer Permit Board unanimously approved 38 applications for new beer permits, including new locations, name changes, and special events. The board also unanimously deferred 65 applications indefinitely due to missing documents, and deferred one application to the next meeting. Six complaints of underage beer sales were resolved with civil penalties, and two hearings resulted in reduced fines for Tri-Star Energy locations.

• Approved 38 beer permit applications (unanimous)
• Deferred 65 applications indefinitely due to missing documents (unanimous)
• Deferred DHG Nashville application to next meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted staff recommendations for 6 underage sale complaints, penalties $1,500-$2,500 (unanimous)
• Tri-Star Energy (501 Hickory Hills Blvd): $2,500 penalty or 21-day suspension + 90-day probation (unanimous)
• Tri-Star Energy (3341 Whites Creek Pike): $1,500 penalty or 14-day suspension + 60-day probation (unanimous)

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Consumer Advisory Board of the Nashville Continuum of Care will meet to discuss training on HMIS data usage for homelessness solutions, governance documents, and compensation issues. Members requested attendance at a conference for data training and noted a problem with receiving $10 Dollar General gift cards instead of proper compensation from a prior event.

• Request to attend NHSDC conference for HMIS data training
• Discussion of CAB governance documents and technical assistance
• Issue with $10 Dollar General gift cards as compensation from Anti-Racism Conference
• Our Chance TN joining to provide lived-experience solutions

Arts Commission

The Public Art Committee is meeting to review and recommend semi-finalists for three public art projects: the Looby Mural, Bordeaux Gateway, and Permanent Supportive Housing. They will also consider a proposal for temporary art on Metro property. The meeting includes public comment and updates on various ongoing projects.

• Looby Mural Public Art semi-finalist recommendations
• Bordeaux Gateway Public Art semi-finalist recommendations
• Permanent Supportive Housing semi-finalist recommendations
• Temporary Art on Metro Property proposal recommendation
• Updates on Arthur Avenue/I-65 Bridge Underpass, Old Hickory Community Center, and other projects

Planning Commission

The Nashville Planning Commission is meeting to consider 20 agenda items, including community plan amendments, rezoning requests, and subdivision approvals. However, staff recommends deferring nearly all items to later meetings, with one withdrawal. The commission will also discuss routine reports and adopt its 2024 calendar.

• Rezone 5.29 acres at Buena Vista Pike and Cliff Drive for 75 multi-family units (deferred to Nov 9)
• Rezone 0.80 acres at 206 N. 1st St. for mixed-use development (deferred to Oct 26)
• Rezone 12.76 acres on Cato Road for 5 residential units (deferred to Oct 26)
• Concept plan for 19 lots on Bethwood Drive (deferred to Oct 26)
• Rezone 1,405.99 acres in Couchville Pike Study Area (deferred to Oct 26)

Community Oversight Board (Inactive)

The executive committee of the Community Oversight Board is meeting to discuss finance and budget matters, a staff layoff transition, and updates from the executive director and Metro Legal. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda consists of discussion items and announcements.

• Finance/budget discussion
• Layoff transition for staff
• Executive director update
• Metro Legal update

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council will meet to receive reports from the OHS Director and MDHA Collaborative Applicant, review HMIS monthly data, and discuss new business including a Collaborative Applicant Ad Hoc Committee, board retreat update, Metro Planning Housing Division presentation, and outdoor housing surge best practices. No action items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Report from OHS Director April Calvin
• Report from MDHA Collaborative Applicant Suzie Tolmie
• HMIS Monthly Data and Special Report by Hannah Cornejo-Nell
• Outdoor Housing Surge Best Practices discussion by Joseph Parker
• Metro Planning Housing Division presentation by Daryl Hill

Nashville Entertainment Commission

The commission elected Max Butler as chair and Jeffry Gordon as vice chair, and voted unanimously to create a Governance Bylaw Committee. Members discussed goals, public meeting protocols, and coordination with other Tennessee entertainment commissions. The meeting was largely organizational and procedural.

• Max Butler elected chair by acclamation
• Jeffry Gordon elected vice chair after Brian Sexton withdrew
• Governance Bylaw Committee formed: Stephanie Silverman, Jeffry Gordon, Max Butler, Dave Pomeroy
• Discussion of policies to promote entertainment industry racial and gender equity and support small/indie businesses
• Legal discussion on public meeting protocols and avoiding private deliberations

The Nashville Entertainment Commission held an organizational meeting, electing Max Butler as Chair by acclamation and Jeffry Gordon as Vice Chair after Brian Sexton withdrew. The commission unanimously created a Governance Bylaw Committee and discussed future priorities, including guest speakers and public meeting protocols. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond these organizational actions.

• Elected Max Butler as Chair by acclamation (unanimous)
• Elected Jeffry Gordon as Vice Chair after Brian Sexton withdrew
• Created Governance Bylaw Committee with Stephanie Silverman, Jeffry Gordon, Max Butler, Dave Pomeroy (unanimous)

Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board (Inactive)

The Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board will hold a public comment period, approve minutes from August 23, 2023, and consider new and renewal entertainer permits and business licenses for three periods from August 24 to October 11, 2023. The agenda also includes an inspector’s report. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from August 23, 2023 meeting
• New entertainer permits (Aug 24–Sep 13, 2023)
• Renewal entertainer permits (Aug 24–Sep 13, 2023)
• New business licenses (Aug 24–Sep 13, 2023)
• Inspector’s report

Fire and Building Code Appeals Board

The Fire and Building Code Appeals Board will consider three appeals from property owners seeking exceptions to the building code. The cases involve requests to substitute a water tap for required drinking fountains at the Nashville Airport, to allow a lower ceiling height in a finished basement, and to use an alternate design for corridor air movement.

• Appeal 20230066441: Nashville Airport Authority seeks to replace required drinking fountains with a kitchen water tap at 1 Terminal Drive
• Appeal 20230070299: Owner requests 6'8" ceiling height instead of required 7' for finished basement at 214 Pitts Avenue
• Appeal 20230071575: Neuhoff Owner, LLC proposes smoke dampers/detectors instead of corridor ceiling at 1316 Adams Street

Fair Commissioners Board

The Board of Fair Commissioners reviewed a financial report showing preliminary actuals through September 30, 2023. Total revenues were $1,044,142 against a year-to-date budget of $4,713,200, and total expenses were $884,198 against the same budget. The report notes that graphs do not include other financing sources and that the figures are not final.

• Flea Market revenue: $994,880 budget vs. $296,504 actual YTD
• Corporate Sales Events revenue: $1,426,620 budget vs. $203,653 actual YTD
• Divisional Fair revenue: $220,800 budget vs. $12,700 actual YTD
• Total expenses YTD: $884,198 against a $4,713,200 budget
• Payroll expenses: $1,957,300 budget vs. $309,187 actual YTD

Metro Development and Housing Agency Board

The Metro Development and Housing Agency Board will elect officers and consider several housing-related items, including approval of Affordable Housing Gap Finance Awards and a streamlining amendment to the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan. The meeting also includes public comments and committee reports.

• Election of MDHA Board Officers
• Approval of Affordable Housing Gap Finance Awards
• Streamlining Amendment to Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Administrative Plan
• Driver Safety Matching Grant Program

Metro Development and Housing Agency Board

The committee will review the final 2023 evaluation goals for the Executive Director and discuss MDHA By-Laws. The meeting includes a call to order, approval of previous minutes, and public comments.

• Final 2023 evaluation goals of the Executive Director
• MDHA By-Laws discussion

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review and approve personnel actions including appointments, terminations/pensions, and eligibility register reports. The agenda includes numerous appointments across departments, several terminations and retirements, and updates to eligibility lists. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions.

• Approval of appointments including promotions, new hires, and reclassifications across multiple departments
• Terminations and pensions including resignations, retirements, and dismissals
• Eligibility register report with new and abolished classifications
• Announcement of appeals process per Metropolitan Code 2.68.030

Arts Commission

The Grants and Funding Committee will discuss updates to the FY24 Restorative Arts program, the appeals process, and proposed changes to FY25 Operating Support/Thrive funding. No votes or final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• FY24 Restorative Arts program updates
• Appeals process discussion
• FY25 Operating Support/Thrive changes

Traffic and Parking Commission

The Traffic and Parking Commission will consider several traffic control changes, including replacing a yield sign with a two-way stop at Indian Springs Drive and Harpeth Valley Road, creating state shuttle and 15-minute parking zones on Rosa Parks Avenue, adding a passenger loading zone near Vanderbilt, and restricting trucks over 16,000 lbs on Battle Road. A proposed new traffic signal at Dickerson Pike and Whites Creek Pike is recommended for deferral for one month.

• Two-way stop control at Indian Springs Dr & Harpeth Valley Rd (replacing yield)
• State shuttle loading and 15-minute parking on Rosa Parks Ave near Union St and MLK Jr Blvd
• Passenger/freight loading zone on 20th Ave S between Terrace Pl and Broadway (Vanderbilt)
• Truck restriction over 16,000 lbs on Battle Rd from Burkitt Rd to Williamson County line
• New traffic signal at Dickerson Pike and Whites Creek Pike (deferred)

The Traffic and Parking Commission approved several parking and traffic control measures, including a two-way stop on Indian Springs Dr, limited parking on Rosa Parks Ave, and a passenger loading zone on 20th Ave S. Two items were deferred: a truck restriction on Battle Road and a new signal at Dickerson and Whites Creek Pike, both pending further review. The meeting was otherwise routine.

• Approved two-way stop control on Indian Springs Dr at Harpeth Valley Rd (unanimous)
• Approved 15-minute limited parking and state shuttle parking on Rosa Parks Ave (unanimous)
• Approved passenger loading zone on 20th Ave S near Terrace Pl (unanimous)
• Deferred truck restriction on Battle Road for one month pending legal review (unanimous)
• Deferred new signal at Dickerson and Whites Creek Pike for one month (unanimous)

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Equity and Diversity Committee of Nashville's Continuum of Care will meet to review draft anti-discrimination policy, discuss equity training follow-up, and update anti-racism resource pages. The meeting includes routine items like reading the anti-racism pledge, reviewing minutes, and recruiting members.

• Review draft CoC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Recap and follow-up from equity training event
• Update and publicize MHID Antiracism resource page with podcast links
• Reading of CoC's Anti-racism pledge

Historical Commission

The Human Resources and Budget Committee of the Metropolitan Historical Commission is meeting to discuss the executive director's performance evaluation and merit pay. The agenda contains only this item, along with call to order and adjournment, so it is a procedural meeting focused on personnel matters.

• Executive Director performance evaluation discussion
• Merit pay discussion for Executive Director

Metro Development and Housing Agency Board

The Housing and Community Committee will consider approving Section 8 Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) results, Housing Voucher Payment Standards revisions, and Project-Based Voucher (PBV) awards for Sojourn Nolensville and Inspiritus Senior Living. A DEI presentation from UPD Consulting is also scheduled. Board decisions on these items are requested in November.

• Approval of SEMAP for year ended September 30, 2023
• Approval of HVC Payment Standards Revisions
• Award of PBVs – Sojourn Nolensville
• Award of PBVs – Inspiritus Senior Living
• DEI Presentation by UPD Consulting

Metro Development and Housing Agency Board

The Finance and Development Committee is meeting to review and approve two Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreements for the Northview and 4th and Shelby projects, as well as Affordable Housing Gap Finance Awards. These items are scheduled for final Board decision in November. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public comments.

• Approval of PILOT for Northview
• Approval of PILOT for 4th and Shelby
• Approval of Affordable Housing Gap Finance Awards

Convention Center Authority

The Convention Center Authority of Nashville and Davidson County is meeting to approve previous minutes, discuss a public comment policy, and receive an operations update covering tax collections and a software RFP for the md Center. The meeting is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of September 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Public Comment Period Policy
• Operations update on tax collections
• md Center Software RFP update

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Nashville Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council's Shelter Committee is meeting to review progress on four goals: addressing shelter capacity, rolling out a winter shelter plan, adopting a revised encampment plan, and sending an affordable housing development letter to the Homelessness Planning Council. The committee will also discuss agency announcements including a 100-day initiative, Hope Fest on Oct 9, and a winter shelter update.

• Review and adoption of revised encampment plan
• Review of affordable housing development letter to HPC
• Winter shelter plan update
• Agency announcements: 100 days, Hope Fest Oct 9, NRM, RITI

Zoning Appeals Board

The Metropolitan Board of Zoning Appeals heard seven appeals on October 5, 2023, voting on variances and special exceptions for properties across Nashville. The board granted six requests, denied two, and deferred one pending a traffic engineer review. Decisions were based on whether applicants met the standards for variance under the Metropolitan Code.

• Granted variance to reduce street setback from 50' to 40' at 6304 James Ct (Case 2023-078)
• Granted variance for driveway width for four townhomes at 138 Harris St (Case 2023-103)
• Denied parking lot expansion at 517 Basswood Ave (Case 2023-104)
• Denied driveway setback variance at 1402B South St (Case 2023-110)
• Granted special exception for 11 townhomes at 1200 Phillips St (Case 2023-117)

Downtown Code Design Review Committee

The Downtown Code Design Review Committee is considering a concept plan and major modifications for 11North, a three-tower residential development at 1107 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The proposal includes 1,475 residential units, 40,000 square feet of ground-floor retail, and a request for an overall height modification to allow towers of 47, 29, and 28 stories, exceeding the current 10-16 story limits. Staff recommends approval with conditions, including deed restrictions on short-term rentals and completion of a greenway connection.

• Overall height modification for 47-, 29-, and 28-story towers
• 1,475 residential units and 40,000 sq ft ground-floor retail
• 1,870 parking spaces, including underground and structured
• Short-term rental cap of 148 units in middle tower
• Gulch Greenway rerouting and vertical connection to Church Street

Tax Incentive and Abatement Study and Formulating Committee

The Tax Incentive and Abatement Study and Formulating Committee is meeting to review its goal and work plan, discuss member writing assignments and drafts, and set the next meeting date. The agenda is procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Review of committee goal and work plan
• Discussion of member writing assignments and drafts
• Scheduling of next meeting

Property Standards and Appeals Board

The Board of Property Standards and Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider two requests from property owners to repair structures that are currently under demolition orders. The board will also take public comments on agenda items and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Case 2023 PS-04: 1622 Eastside Ave, owners Helen M. Woodard and Jeffrey C. Pope, request to repair structure under demolition order
• Case 2023 PS-05: 1417 Meharry Blvd, owner Philip Brooks, request to repair structure under demolition order

The Board of Property Standards and Appeals approved minutes and heard two appeals. For 1622 Eastside Ave, the board voted 5-0 to defer the demolition order for 60 days to allow heirs to begin probate, requiring cleanup and proof of probate by December 6, 2023. For 1417 Meharry Blvd, the board voted 5-0 to uphold the demolition order.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (5-0)
• Deferred demolition order for 1622 Eastside Ave for 60 days to allow probate process (5-0)
• Required cleanup and securing of 1622 Eastside Ave property
• Required proof of probate by December 6, 2023 meeting
• Upheld demolition order for 1417 Meharry Blvd (5-0)

Stormwater Management Commission

The Stormwater Management Commission will consider two cases: one at 5701 Maudina Avenue for disturbance of a Zone 1 stream buffer to build homes, drains, decks, and a driveway, and another at 700 Hite Street for allowing an existing deck to remain in a floodway buffer. Both involve ongoing mowing and buffer maintenance.

• 5701 Maudina Avenue: disturbance of Zone 1 stream buffer for two single-family homes, french drains, porches, decks, walkways, and driveway
• 700 Hite Street: allowance of existing deck to remain in floodway buffer
• Both cases include continuous mowing and maintenance of buffer areas and relocation of buffer signage

Metropolitan Council

The Metropolitan Council is reviewing resolutions for various grant acceptances and fund appropriations. These include funding for South Nashville safety programs, courtroom security, and victim services. The agenda also includes several appointments to local boards and commissions.

• $45,500 grant for South Nashville Community Safety programs
• $200,000 in grants from the Office of Family Safety to nonprofits
• $145,000 settlement for a personal injury claim against Metro Government
• Security camera upgrades for the Historic Metro Courthouse
• Appointments to the Community Review Board and Hospital Authority

Metropolitan Council

The Public Health and Safety Committee is considering 20 resolutions, including grants for community safety, sexual assault services, and police equipment. Key items include a $45,500 grant to Pass the Beauty for South Nashville safety programs, a $200,000 Community Partnership Fund for nonprofits, and a $355,200 contract for homeless medical and dental services. The committee will also vote on accepting a donated Polaris ATV for the fire department and grants for school resource officers and DUI enforcement.

• RS2023-1: $45,500 grant to Pass the Beauty for South Nashville Community Safety programs
• RS2023-9: $200,000 in Community Partnership Fund grants to nonprofits from Office of Family Safety
• RS2023-10: Federal grant for construction of third floor at 1354 Brick Church Pike for Nashville Assessment Center
• RS2023-26: $355,200 contract with Neighborhood Health, Inc. for homeless medical/dental services
• RS2023-16: Statewide School Resource Officer grant for Nashville public middle and high schools

Employee Benefit Board

The Metropolitan Employee Benefit Board will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, hear disability pension requests, and consider a return-to-work appeal from an MNPS employee. The board will also receive reports on health plan utilization, pharmacy updates, and benefit expenses.

• Reconsideration for return to work with no restrictions for an employee from Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS)
• Reports from Cigna and Hospital Corporation of America (HCA)
• Utilization report from Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Cigna pharmacy clinical update
• Disability pension requests and reexaminations

The Metropolitan Employee Benefit Board approved disability pension requests, reexaminations, return-to-work cases, and a list of service pensions. It also approved a Social Security referral and noted a contract agreement with Cigna. All votes were unanimous without objection.

• Approved disability pension new requests for Evans (7 months) and French (6 months) (unanimous)
• Approved disability pension new request for Ross with return to work (unanimous)
• Continued disability pension reexaminations for Crocker (8 months), Foxx (7 months), and Pardue (no re-exam) (unanimous)
• Deferred re-exam for O'Kelley to November 2023 (unanimous)
• Continued Morgan's disability pension with vocational case management for 6 months (unanimous)
• Returned Hargrove to work with no restrictions (unanimous)
• Withdrew Young's return-to-work request at department's request (no action)
• Approved reconsideration for Coleman to return to work with restrictions (unanimous)

Health Board

The Personnel Committee of the Metro Board of Health is meeting to continue hearing matters concerning Eric McCann’s grievance appeal. This is a closed-session personnel matter affecting a civil service employee's employment status.

• Continue hearing Eric McCann’s grievance appeal

Parks and Recreation Board

The Nashville Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to consider several items, including a proposed lease term sheet for the redevelopment of the Naval Reserve Training Facility in Shelby Park, acceptance of in-kind grants for park improvements, and approval of various event permits. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes approval and public comment.

• Term sheet for future lease with Friends of Shelby Park for Naval Reserve Training Facility redevelopment
• In-kind grant up to $185,000 from Friends of Bells Bend Park for Buchanan House restoration
• In-kind grant of $1,500 from Friends of Sevier Park for water fountain installation
• Approval of 0.06-acre Conservation Greenway Easement from Habitat for Humanity at 3028 Gwynnwood Drive
• Request to adjust Ravenwood Park closing hours seasonally

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board's Policy Committee is meeting to review sponsorship guidelines, policy, and ordinance, and to hear an update from the Metro Golf Committee. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, public comment, and adjournment.

• Review of sponsorship guidelines, policy, and ordinance
• Metro Golf Committee update by George Anderson

Parks and Recreation Board

The Naming Committee will consider two naming requests: branding for the upcoming Croquet Café in Centennial Park and officially naming a primitive trail at Mill Ridge Park the 'Goddard Trail,' along with accepting an in-kind donation under $3,000 for plaques. Both items were deferred to this committee.

• Approval of branding for Croquet Café in Centennial Park (Council District 21)
• Naming of 'Goddard Trail' at Mill Ridge Park (Council District 32)
• Acceptance of in-kind donation valued at less than $3,000 for two plaques

Parks and Recreation Board

The Acquisition Committee of the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation will meet to consider two staff requests to accept conservation greenway easements: a 0.06-acre easement from Habitat for Humanity at 3028 Gwynnwood Drive and two easements totaling 1.58 acres from Rogers Group Inc. on Gwynnwood Drive. Both items are in Council District 2 and were deferred to this committee.

• 0.06-acre conservation greenway easement from Habitat for Humanity at 3028 Gwynnwood Drive (Council District 2)
• Two conservation greenway easements totaling 1.58 acres from Rogers Group Inc. on Gwynnwood Drive (Council District 2)

Metropolitan Council

The Public Facilities, Arts, and Culture Committee is meeting to consider two resolutions accepting in-kind grants. One grant from Friends of Shelby Park & Bottoms provides equipment and signage for Shelby Park and Bottoms. The other, from Vanderbilt University, funds a new video board at Centennial Sportsplex.

• RS2023-23: Accepts in-kind grant from Friends of Shelby Park & Bottoms for equipment and signage at Shelby Park and Bottoms
• RS2023-24: Accepts in-kind grant from Vanderbilt University to replace video board at Centennial Sportsplex

Metropolitan Council

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee is meeting to consider several resolutions, including approving notaries public, renewing a Community Covenant resolution, and honoring a late resident. The committee will also vote on appointments to boards such as the Community Review Board and Hospital Authority, plus a late ordinance for a storage license agreement with The Salvation Army.

• RS2023-4: Approves election of certain Notaries Public for Davidson County
• RS2023-41: Renews support for Community Covenant principles
• Late resolution honoring Arnett H. Bodenhamer, Sr. (emergency filing vote)
• Late ordinance: license agreement with The Salvation Army for storage at 5244 Hickory Hollow Parkway (Rule 13 vote only)
• Appointments: Mark Wynn (Community Review Board), Dr. Bryan T. Fisher (Hospital Authority), and three Tourism & Convention Commission reappointments

Metropolitan Council

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will consider nine resolutions, including purchasing mobile anti-ram barriers, a fiber conduit agreement with CSX along Broadway, and a property acquisition for the Hillsboro Road intersection realignment. Other items include beautification of a Moorewood Drive underpass, aerial encroachments, sewer improvements, and sewer abandonment.

• RS2023-7: Cooperative purchasing agreement for mobile anti-ram barriers for NDOT
• RS2023-31: Fiber conduit agreement with CSX along Broadway between 10th and 11th Avenues
• RS2023-33: Property acquisition at 2126 Abbott Martin Road for Hillsboro/Crestmoor/Glen Echo intersection realignment
• RS2023-37: Sewer service agreement with The Clear Blue Company (MWS Project No. 23-SL-0013)
• RS2023-38: Abandon sewer mains at 110 Jo Johnston Ave and 500 2nd Ave N

Metropolitan Council

The Planning and Zoning Committee will vote on seven resolutions, including a fiber conduit agreement with CSX along Broadway, a property acquisition for road realignment at Hillsboro/Crestmoor/Glen Echo, and multiple aerial encroachment permits. A sewer participation agreement with The Clear Blue Company and an amendment to abandon sanitary sewer mains for Metro Permanent Supportive Housing are also on the agenda. The committee will also receive a Capital Improvements Budget presentation from the Metro Planning Department.

• RS2023-31: Authorizes fiber conduit encroachment agreement with CSX along Broadway between 10th and 11th Avenues
• RS2023-33: Approves second amendment to acquire 2126 Abbott Martin Road for Hillsboro/Crestmoor/Glen Echo intersection realignment
• RS2023-37: Approves sewer service participation agreement with The Clear Blue Company for proposed development
• RS2023-38: Amends ordinance to abandon sewer mains and easements at 110 Jo Johnston Avenue and 500 2nd Avenue North for Metro Permanent Supportive Housing
• Capital Improvements Budget presentation by Metro Planning Department

Auditorium Commission

The Metropolitan Auditorium Commission is meeting to discuss the Musician’s Hall of Fame and Museum, nominate a committee for lease negotiations, and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda includes routine items such as reading appeals, approving minutes, and public comment.

• Musician’s Hall of Fame and Museum discussion
• Nominate a committee of one for the MHOF lease negotiations
• Take nominations for Chair & Vice Chair

Human Relations Commission

The Metro Human Relations Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes standard items such as approving minutes, a financial update, and new business covering an executive board election, public comments, a complaints update, a covenant resolution, and community engagement. No specific votes or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Executive Board election
• Complaints update
• Covenant resolution
• Community engagement
• Public comments

Metropolitan Council

The Budget and Finance Committee is considering 35 resolutions, including grants for community safety, police equipment, victim services, and homeless medical care. Key items include $45,500 for South Nashville safety programs, $200,000 for family safety nonprofits, and a $355,200 contract for homeless medical and dental services. The committee will also vote on settling two personal injury claims totaling $170,000 and accepting grants for school resource officers and DUI enforcement.

• $45,500 grant to Pass the Beauty for South Nashville Community Safety programs
• $200,000 in Community Partnership Fund grants from the Office of Family Safety
• $355,200 contract with Neighborhood Health, Inc. for homeless medical and dental services
• Settlement of personal injury claims: $145,000 for Marse Hanback and $25,000 for Edna Collier
• Grant to place School Resource Officers in all Nashville public middle and high schools

Historical Commission

The Marker Committee will review three proposed historical markers: Werthan Bag Company, Sunnyside, and Moses and Calvin McKissack. A public comment period is scheduled at the start of the meeting.

• Public comment period for marker proposals
• Review of proposed Werthan Bag Company historical marker
• Review of proposed Sunnyside historical marker
• Review of proposed Moses and Calvin McKissack historical marker

Metro Action

The Metropolitan Action Commission board will meet to approve minutes, hear reports from the executive director and treasurer, and take action on Head Start program information reports, job descriptions, and grants or contracts. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve August 31, 2023 meeting minutes
• Program Information Report (PIR) – Head Start
• Program Information Report (PIR) – Early Head Start
• Job Descriptions/Position Changes
• Grants/Contracts/MOUs

Hospital Authority Board

The Hospital Authority Board will vote on several contracts and capital requests, including a $1.25 million data migration project and a $365,717 environmental health and safety compliance program. They will also receive updates on revenue, hospital utilization, and the Bordeaux Clinic. The meeting includes approval of minutes, a quality report, and medical staff credentials.

• Ellkay data migration/archiving contract: $1.25 million over 10 years
• EnviroMavens environmental health & safety compliance: $365,717 over 3 years
• Visante 340B program management renewal: $268,500 for 2 years
• Roof repair capital expenditure request: $140,000 for 4th floor roof
• Karl Storz endoscopy products contract: $61,543.44 annually for 36 months

Hospital Authority Board

The Finance Committee will vote on several contracts, including a $1.25 million data migration deal and a $365,700 environmental compliance program. They will also approve July financial reports and hear updates on capital needs and revenue cycle.

• Ellkay data migration/archiving contract: $1.25 million over 10 years
• EnviroMavens environmental health & safety compliance: $365,700 over 3 years
• Visante 340B program management renewal: $268,500 for 2 years
• Roof repair over 4th floor: $140,000
• Karl Storz endoscopy products contract: $61,543.44 annually

Transportation Licensing Commission

The Transportation Licensing Commission will hold public hearings on applications for new low-speed vehicle and pedal vehicle permits, including a new application from Vintage Nashville Tour for 20 permits. The commission will also review wrecker and towing service applications, including a reapplication from Priority Wrecker Service of Tennessee Inc., and consider issuing a subpoena related to that reapplication. Additionally, the consent agenda includes multiple name changes and new applications for OPVH (Other Passenger Vehicle for Hire) companies.

• Public hearing on Vintage Nashville Tour's new application for 20 low-speed vehicle permits
• Public hearing on Pro Pedicab's application for 3 additional pedal vehicle permits and Rock N Roll Rides' application for 9 additional permits
• Review of Priority Wrecker Service of Tennessee Inc.'s reapplication for a General Wrecker Company license
• Request to authorize subpoena for Priority Wrecker Service investigation
• Consent agenda includes name changes for Nashville Party Truck to Yeehaw Party Bus Inc and Carroll Transportation Services LLC to Ride with a G.I.

The Transportation Licensing Commission approved minutes, deferred Vintage Nashville Tour's new LSV application to October, deferred pedal vehicle applications until two meetings after the Connect Downtown study, deferred Priority Wrecker's application pending insurance/registration, and approved multiple administrative changes and wrecker applications. No substantive decisions were made on new permits; most items were deferred or approved as routine.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0)
• Deferred Vintage Nashville Tour LSV application to October meeting (5-0)
• Deferred pedal vehicle applications until two meetings after Connect Downtown study (5-0)
• Deferred Priority Wrecker Service of Tennessee application pending insurance/registration (4-0)
• Approved address/name changes for Nashville Bar Bus, Yeehaw Party Bus, Kairos Services Max, Ride with a G.I. (4-0)
• Approved 17 Other Passenger Vehicle for Hire company applications (4-0)
• Approved Ray's Towing and Safeway Automotive general wrecker applications (4-0)
• Deferred wrecker driver applications for Carlos Owens and Daniel Witherstine to next meeting (4-0)

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Executive Committee of the Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council is meeting to review minutes, receive board updates, and discuss the 2023 NOFO (Notice of Funding Opportunity) and HUD technical assistance recommendations. They will also consider restructuring, including a Collaborative Applicant Ad Hoc committee and bylaw changes. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Review of HPC discussion and minutes
• Board updates: orientation, appointees, retreat
• 2023 NOFO updates
• HUD TA review and recommendations
• Collaborative Applicant Ad Hoc committee and bylaw review

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider 25 items including rezonings, specific plan amendments, and subdivision approvals. Key items include a proposal to rezone 12.99 acres on Clarksville Pike for 590 multi-family units, and a plan to amend the Donelson-Hermitage-Old Hickory Community Plan for 1,405 acres in the Couchville Pike area. Several items are recommended for deferral to future meetings.

• Riverside at MetroCenter SP: Rezone 12.99 acres on Clarksville Pike for 590 multi-family units (Item 4)
• Couchville Pike Study Area: Community plan amendment for 1,405.99 acres with multiple policy changes (Item 1)
• 4214 Central Pike: Amendment to allow 320 multi-family units on 14.02 acres (Item 3)
• 3800 Old Hickory Boulevard: Rezone 0.39 acres for five multi-family units (Item 6)
• Crossgate Village PUD Amendment: Allow vocational school use on 14.84 acres at 2361 Murfreesboro Pike (Item 22)

The Metropolitan Planning Commission approved a rezoning to allow a 590-unit multi-family residential development on Clarksville Pike, and also approved a mixed-use office/retail building on Humphreys Street. Several other rezoning and subdivision requests were approved, while a number of items were deferred to future meetings, including two rezonings requested by Councilmember Kimbrough. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved 590-unit multi-family SP at Clarksville Pike (7-0)
• Approved 96,224 sq ft office/retail SP at 475 Humphreys St (7-0)
• Approved Davidson Academy SP amendment for school/daycare (7-0)
• Approved 8-unit multi-family SP at 909 & 917 Cheatham Place (7-0)
• Approved self-service storage SP at 304 Oldham St (7-0)
• Approved 45-lot final plat for Eatons Creek Commons (7-0)
• Approved 33-lot final plat for Hallmark Section Five (7-0)
• Deferred Items 13 & 27 rezonings to Oct 12 per councilmember request (7-0)

Ethical Conduct Board

The Board of Ethical Conduct is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss lobbyist reporting. The main item is a review of the current lobbyist Code, reporting requirements, and an updated report with a draft letter to the Vice Mayor. The meeting also includes a public comment period and scheduling of next steps.

• Review of current lobbyist Code and reporting requirements
• Discussion of updated lobbyist report and draft letter to Vice Mayor
• Approval of minutes from August 25, 2023

Beer Permit Board

The Metro Beer Board will consider 19 new beer permit applications, including several new bars and restaurants, and hear two enforcement cases against Tri-Star Energy for alleged underage sales. The board will also vote on minutes from the previous meeting and receive an administrative report.

• Tri-Star Energy faces hearings for alleged underage beer and tobacco sales at two locations (Twice Daily #8081 and #6184), with staff recommending $4,000 and $2,000 civil penalties or suspensions
• New on-sale applications: Edley's Bar-B-Que Nolensville (6025 Nolensville Pike), Tiger Bar (2909 B Gallatin Pike), Wilburn Street Tavern (302 Wilburn St), Fuego Bites (2521 B Nolensville Pike), Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer (140 3rd Ave N), Grandpa Bar (1501 Herman St), Black Market Bar & Grill (209 Printers Aly), La Chula Mexican Bar & Grill (2209 Murfreesboro Pike)
• New off-sale applications: First One Market (660 Old Hickory Blvd E, change of ownership), Bueno Super Mercado (5320 E Nolensville Pike)
• Special event permits: Good Neighbor Day Festival (3720 James Kay Ln), Good Coffee Fest (410 B Chestnut St), Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project (609 B Lafayette St), Latin Party at Farmers Market (900 Rosa L Parks Blvd), Best of Nashville (19 Junior Gilliam Way), Taste of Bellevue (7638 A Highway 70 S), AAZV Conference at Nashville Zoo (3777 Nolensville Pike)
• Multiple Mapco Express and Circle K off-sale change-of-ownership applications deferred indefinitely due to missing documents

Short Term Rental Appeals Board

This meeting of the Metropolitan Short Term Rental Appeals Board was cancelled. The agenda originally listed two appeals challenging zoning administrator decisions to deny short-term rental permits based on owner-occupancy requirements.

• Case STR 2023-62: Alexandria Honeycutt Gambrell appeals denial of STR permit renewal at 218 Dellrose Dr for not being owner's permanent residence
• Case STR 2023-66: Derek Ray appeals denial of STR permit at 1806 Beech Ave for not being owner's primary residence; withdrawn
• Meeting cancelled

Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board (Inactive)

The Metropolitan Sexually Oriented Business Licensing Board is meeting to handle routine licensing matters, including approving minutes, reviewing new and renewal entertainer permits and business licenses, and hearing an inspector's report. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from August 23, 2023 meeting
• New entertainer permits (Aug 24–Sep 13, 2023)
• Renewal entertainer permits (Aug 24–Sep 13, 2023)
• New business licenses (Aug 24–Sep 13, 2023)
• Inspector's report

Work Release Commission

The Work Release Commission reviewed applications and approved Tyler Lawrence and Charles Thaxton for work release, while denying Erik Murrell. The meeting also included discussion of candidates' charges, history, behavior, and treatment programs.

• Approved work release for Tyler Lawrence
• Approved work release for Charles Thaxton
• Denied work release for Erik Murrell
• Discussion of current charges and past history
• Discussion of treatment programs attended/completed/recommended

Housing Trust Fund Commission

The Housing Trust Fund Commission will vote on Round 12 of ARPA special funding, totaling $17.7 million for age-in-place shared housing, co-op housing, and shared equity housing. It will also vote on a contract amendment for the Urban League of Middle Tennessee that reduces total units from 116 to 88 and shifts some units to deeper affordability. The commission will discuss grant policy changes and a follow-up audit of the Barnes Fund.

• Vote on $17,704,856 in ARPA Special Funding Round 12: $1.2M for Age in Place Shared Housing, $7M for Co-op Housing, $9,504,856 for Shared Equity Housing
• Vote on amendment to 590 Joseph Avenue contract reducing units from 116 to 88, with 35 units at or below 30% AMI and 53 units at 31-60% AMI
• Discussion of grant policy changes and feedback from Alliance Workgroup on process improvements
• Discussion of Round 13 Barnes General Funding Round expected to open in November with $25,446,499
• Presentation of Barnes Fund Follow-up Audit by Metro Nashville Office of Internal Audit

Community Oversight Board (Inactive)

The Community Oversight Board is holding its regular monthly meeting, which includes standard procedural items like call to order, approval of minutes, and chair remarks. The board will receive an executive director's report, hear public comments, and discuss proposed resolutions. A specific update on the FUSUS system is also on the agenda.

• FUSUS U Update
• Proposed Resolution Report(s)
• Public Comment (up to 3 minutes per speaker)
• Executive Director's Report

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Nashville/Davidson County CoC Data Committee will vote to approve a new HMIS Participating Agency and discuss HMIS coverage. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and discussion of comments from the CoC General Membership.

• Vote to approve new HMIS Participating Agency
• HMIS Coverage Discussion
• Discuss Comments from CoC General Membership

Human Relations Commission

The Metro Human Relations Commission's Executive Committee is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving minutes, receiving a financial update, and voting on the executive board. They will also review bylaws and codes and discuss Metro Arts. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions listed.

• Executive Board vote
• Review of bylaws and codes
• Discussion of Metro Arts
• Financial update

Election Commission

The Davidson County Election Commission will meet to certify the results of the September 14, 2023 special general election for Tennessee House District 51 and the Metropolitan runoff election. The agenda also includes public comments, approval of previous minutes, an AOE report, review of cards, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Certify September 14, 2023 TN House District 51 Special General Election
• Certify September 14, 2023 Metropolitan Runoff Election
• Approve minutes from August 10, 2023 meeting
• Public comment period (max 10 speakers, 2 minutes each)

The Davidson County Election Commission certified the September 14, 2023 TN House District 51 Special General Election and the Metropolitan Runoff Election results, both unanimously. Commissioners also approved the August 10, 2023 meeting minutes and reviewed voter registration cards. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Certified September 14, 2023 TN House District 51 Special General Election results (unanimous)
• Certified September 14, 2023 Metropolitan Runoff Election results (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 10, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Reviewed voter registration cards for accuracy (no vote recorded)

Zoning Appeals Board

The Metropolitan Board of Zoning Appeals voted on 14 applications at its September 21, 2023 meeting. Most requests for variances and special exceptions were granted, including a multi-family development at 3509 Charlotte Ave, a concrete batch plant at 411 Cowan St, and a multi-family project at 310 17th Ave N. Two applications were deferred to October 5, 2023.

• Granted special exception for multi-family development at 3509 Charlotte Ave, eliminating front setback and reducing rear setback to 10'
• Granted variance for temporary concrete batch plant at 411 Cowan St, limited to 3 years
• Granted special exception for multi-family development at 310 17th Ave N, allowing 24' additional height and parking access variance
• Deferred variance requests for two-family residential at 6304 James Ct and 1322 Little Hamilton Ave to October 5, 2023
• Approved 12,119 sq ft sanctuary and fellowship hall at 1105 Hadley Ave

Emergency Communication District (E-911) Board

The Davidson County Emergency Communication District (E-911) Board will hold a regular meeting to adopt minutes, review the August 2023 financial statement, receive updates on public awareness and the director's report, and discuss the TENA Board election. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Adoption of minutes from August 17, 2023 meeting
• Review of August 2023 financial statement
• Public awareness update
• Director's report
• TENA Board election discussion

The ECD Board approved the August financial report and minutes, and voted to support all TENA ballot candidates and a policy amendment. They also discussed the Rescue Rex program and DEC technology updates, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 17, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August financial report (unanimous)
• Voted affirmative for all TENA ballot positions and policy amendment (unanimous)

Procurement Standards Board

The Procurement Standards Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving previous meeting minutes, receiving the Purchasing Agent's report, and hearing public comments. Reports on purchasing performance, SBE/SDV and MWBE program updates, and prompt pay are available for review. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for November 15, 2023.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes (action item)
• Purchasing Agent report by Michelle Hernandez Lane
• Purchasing Performance Measurements report
• SBE/SDV and MWBE Program Updates report
• Office of Financial Accountability Prompt Pay Report

Community Oversight Board (Inactive)

The Community Oversight Board's Executive Committee is meeting to discuss a legal update from the Metro Law Director, Wally Dietz, regarding the MCRB. The agenda includes call to order, quorum, discussion, and new business. Public comment is allowed for agenda-related topics.

• Discussion of MCRB Legal Update by Metro Law Director Wally Dietz
• Public comment period with 2-minute limit per speaker

Historic Zoning Commission

The Metro Historic Zoning Commission will review applications for new construction, additions, outbuildings, demolitions, and signage on properties within historic overlays across Nashville. The agenda includes consent items, administrative permits, violations, and public hearings. Decisions will be made on each case, with opportunities for public comment.

• 2500 West End Ave: demolition and new pavilion/addition at a Historic Landmark
• 405 Broadway and 400 Broadway: signage applications in Broadway Historic Preservation Overlay
• 1406 5th Ave N, 3806 Central Ave, 104 Scott Ave: violation/show cause hearings
• 1004 Petway Ave and 3506 Murphy Rd: revised for administrative approval
• Multiple additions and outbuildings in Lockeland Springs, Waverly-Belmont, and Belmont-Hillsboro overlays

The Metro Historic Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda with conditions, excluding four items pulled for individual review. It denied the proposed infill project at 808 Powers Ave for not meeting design guidelines, and approved several other projects with conditions, including a violation at 104 Scott Ave with partial disapproval. Several items were deferred due to unmet notice requirements or requests to move to next month.

• Approved consent items with conditions, excluding 1004 Petway Ave, 949 Russell St, 3506 Murphy Rd, and 411 N 15th (unanimous)
• Denied infill project at 808 Powers Ave for not meeting design guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved revised permit for 1406 5th Ave N allowing additional height with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved increased ridge height and foundation at 104 Scott Ave, but disapproved one dormer and increased wall height (unanimous)
• Approved outbuilding at 1506 Ferguson Ave with height and material conditions (unanimous)
• Approved outbuilding addition at 800 Fatherland St with siding and material conditions (unanimous)
• Approved rooftop addition and storefront changes at 120 2nd Ave N with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved rear addition at 411 N 15th St with conditions (unanimous)

Public Library Board

The Nashville Public Library Board of Trustees will hear a presentation of finalists for the Library Director position and consider an interim director salary increase. The board will also recognize Bordeaux Library staff and receive an early literacy presentation.

• Presentation of Library Director finalists by Bradbury Miller Associates and Metro Government
• Approval of interim director salary increase
• Recognition of Bordeaux Library staff
• Early literacy presentation by Vanderbilt University's Prenatal to 3 Impact Center
• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2023

Employee Benefit Board

The Metropolitan Employee Benefit Board is holding a study session to discuss three items: adding a hearing aid benefit to self-insured plans, a new state law presuming PTSD for firefighters, and a discussion involving Cigna and HCA. No votes are scheduled; it is a discussion-only meeting.

• Analysis of potential hearing aid benefit in self-insured plans
• New Firefighter Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) presumption law
• Cigna HCA discussion

Farmers Market Board

The Nashville Farmers' Market Board meeting scheduled for September 19, 2023, was canceled because a quorum was not reached. No decisions or discussions took place. The agenda included public comments and an announcement about appeal rights for board decisions.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Appeals of board decisions must be filed within 60 days with Davidson County Chancery or Circuit Court

Continuum of Care Homelessness Planning Council

The Ad-Hoc Committee of the Homeless Planning Council is meeting to review public comments, discuss the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), and finalize a Continuum of Care application. The meeting includes time for questions and comments before adjournment.

• Review of public comments received
• HMIS review
• Finalization of Continuum of Care application

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission is holding an orientation meeting for the selection panel of the Permanent Supportive Housing Public Art Project. The meeting covers program overview, selection criteria, bias training, and conflict-of-interest forms. No decisions are being made; it is procedural preparation for panelists.

• Permanent Supportive Housing Public Art Project overview
• Selection panel criteria and scoring
• Unconscious bias awareness training
• Conflict of interest forms and panelist agreements

Historical Commission

The Metro Nashville Historical Commission will vote on the effective date of a $25,000 salary increase for its director and on four proposed historical markers. The meeting also includes a grant project update on the Davidson County Cemetery Survey, approval of August minutes, and public comment.

• Vote on effective date of $25,000 salary increase for MHC Director (FY23 budget)
• Vote on historical marker for 'Woodmont' at 3601 Hillsboro Pike
• Vote on historical marker for Woodmont Christian Church Sanctuary (1949)
• Vote on historical marker for Russ McCown (1929-1994) 'Sir Cecil Creape'
• Vote on historical marker for Nashville Christian Institute at 801 24th Ave N

The Metropolitan Historical Commission unanimously approved a $25,000 salary increase for Executive Director Tim Walker, retroactive to July 1, 2023, the start of the fiscal year. The commission also approved three new historical markers: for Woodmont Christian Church, Russ McCown (Sir Cecil Creape), and Nashville Christian Institute. The August 2023 meeting minutes were approved unanimously. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved $25,000 salary increase for Executive Director Tim Walker, retroactive to July 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved historical marker for Woodmont Christian Church at 3601 Hillsboro Pike (unanimous)
• Approved historical marker for Russ McCown aka Sir Cecil Creape near 3712 Richland Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved historical marker for Nashville Christian Institute near 801 24th Avenue North (unanimous)
• Approved August 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Equalization Board

The Metropolitan Board of Equalization is holding formal appeal hearings on property assessments for 13 commercial properties, all listed under Evans & Petree. The board, which is independent of the Property Assessor's Office, will decide on these appeals, and its decisions can be appealed to the State Board of Equalization. A public comment period is also scheduled at the start of the meeting.

• Appeal for 1216 Northgate Business Pkwy #101-102, Madison (parcel 034 15 0 046.00)
• Appeal for 900 Dickerson Pike, Nashville (parcel 082 02 0 044.00)
• Appeal for 109 12th Ave S, Nashville (parcel 093 09 0 330.00)
• Appeal for 1101 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville (parcel 119 04 0 135.00)
• Public comment period limited to 10 speakers, 2 minutes each

Beer Permit Board

The Metro Beer Permit Board will consider 42 beer permit applications, including new locations, ownership changes, and special event permits, plus 3 complaints alleging underage sales with recommended $3,000 civil penalties each. The board will also handle 48 items deferred for missing documents and 2 withdrawal requests.

• New on-sale locations: Aloft Hotel Nashville (608 McGavock Pike), Hand Cut Burgers & Chophouse (135 7th Ave S), Southern Turf Club (222 4th Ave N), World of Beer (2006 West End Ave), Joe Muer Seafood (1020 Nelson Merry St), The Iberian Pig (607 Overton St), Harper's (2 Lea Ave), The Ariston (508 Church St), Sky Bar and Lounge (825 Hamilton Crossings)
• Ownership changes: Prince Station (3508 Clarksville Pike), Kwik Sak #615 (4890 Lebanon Pike), El Santuario Mexican Restaurant (1132 Murfreesboro Pike), Cancun Market (4705 Old Hickory Blvd), Courtyard by Marriott (170 4th Ave N), DawgHouse Saloon (1522 B Demonbreun St), Illuzion Lounge (2510 Murfreesboro Pike), Twice Daily #7111 (5272 Cane Ridge Rd), Homewood Suites by Hilton (2400 West End Ave)
• Special events: Touch of Brews (Sept 29-30), Nashville Dragon Boat Festival (Sept 23), Musicians Corner Fall Market (Fridays in Sept), Dog Day Festival (Oct 21), Picnic for the Parks (Sept 16)
• Complaints: Smiley's Market (5532 Clarksville Pike), West Trinity Lane Market (315 W Trinity Ln), Family Dollar #26742 (2734 Whites Creek Pike) — each with $3,000 recommended penalty for underage sales
• 48 applications deferred for missing documents, including multiple Circle K ownership changes and new locations like Puttshack Nashville Guitars

The Metro Beer Permit Board unanimously approved 42 beer permit applications, including new locations, ownership changes, and special events. It also deferred 48 applications indefinitely due to missing documents, withdrew 2 applications at the request of the applicants, and accepted staff recommendations for civil penalties on 12 complaints. The board additionally approved an amendment to Beer Board Rule 2.02 Special Events and a 3% pay raise for the Director.

• Approved 42 beer permit applications (unanimous)
• Deferred 48 applications indefinitely for missing documents (unanimous)
• Withdrew 2 applications per request (unanimous)
• Accepted staff recommendations for civil penalties on 12 complaints (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Beer Board Rule 2.02 Special Events (unanimous)
• Approved 3% pay raise for Director McDonough (unanimous)