Nashville meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Council approves Music City Center financing, advances consent agenda

The Metropolitan Council approved a financing agreement for the Music City Center and a large consent agenda at its Aug. 18 meeting, the only meeting in the past two weeks with published decisions. The council also confirmed several appointments and elected two members to the Auditorium Commission.

Council decisions

The council approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Convention Center Authority relating to the financing and refinancing of the Music City Center by a vote of 31-6. It also approved a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions and ordinances, including grants, contracts, and zoning changes, with 36 yes votes and 0 no votes.

In other actions, the council approved $71,900 for the Water Walkers afterschool program (33-0-1), elected Ron Deal Jr. and Rick Rodriguez to the Auditorium Commission, and confirmed Kim Paige to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission, Marcus T. Booth to the Contract and Compliance Board, Lizzie Goddard to the Housing Trust Fund Commission, and Peter Kurland to the Nashville Entertainment Commission — all unanimously.

Other meetings and agenda items

Most other meetings in the past two weeks were agenda-only, with minutes not yet published. Several boards and committees took up notable items:

• The Beer Permit Board heard 27 applications for beer permits, deferred 22 applications for missing documents, discussed a settlement in a lawsuit involving Harry O's Steakhouse, and reviewed a complaint against Northside Market with a recommended $3,000 civil penalty.
• The Fire and Building Code Appeals Board heard an appeal seeking a variance from a sprinkler requirement for a golf cart storage tent at 3700 Knight Drive in Whites Creek.
• The Arts Commission's Grants & Funding Committee and the full commission discussed FY27 grant allocations between General Operating and Thrive grants, as well as next steps for the executive director position.
• The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee reviewed a street sweeping contract with Sweeping Corporation of America, several TDOT agreements, and a request to expand the Journey Pass program for WeGo.
• The Budget and Finance Committee reviewed 28 resolutions, including the street sweeping agreement, a bond reduction, and an appropriation of $71,900 to Water Walkers.
• The Planning and Zoning Committee reviewed 23 items, including zoning changes for mixed-use development near Gallatin Avenue and a 79-unit multifamily project on Cane Ridge Road.
• The Government Operations and Regulations Committee considered an ordinance requiring public recording of meetings for boards with financial authority or fiduciary duty.
• The Equalization Board held multiple hearings on property tax appeals for residential and commercial properties across Nashville and surrounding areas, with no specific dollar amounts listed in the agendas.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed in the next 14 days according to the provided data.

Metro Council approves redevelopment plan amendments, sheriff pay raise, and zoning changes

The Metropolitan Council on Aug. 4 approved amendments to six redevelopment plans, adopted a salary increase for the sheriff, and passed several zoning changes, including a 44-unit apartment project on North New Hope Road. The council voted 31-0 on the redevelopment plan amendments and 33-0 on the sheriff's salary increase.

Council actions

The council approved amendments to redevelopment plans for the Arts Center, Bordeaux, Central State, Phillips Jackson, Rutledge Hill, and Skyline areas (BL2026-1451) by a 31-0 vote. It also adopted a salary increase for the Metropolitan Sheriff (RS2026-2150) with a 33-0 vote.

Zoning changes approved on second and third reading included:

• 515 Anderson Lane to permit 57 multi-family units (BL2026-1479) — 32-0, with one abstention.
• 6114 North New Hope Road to permit 44 multi-family units (BL2026-1414) — 33-0.
• A contextual overlay district for Shepherd Hills Drive and Twin Hills Drive (BL2026-1416) — 21-7, with two abstentions.
• A contextual overlay district for Cumberland Hills Drive and Northside Drive (BL2026-1420) — 20-8, with three abstentions.

The council deferred two Cane Ridge Road zoning items (BL2026-1400 and BL2026-1401) to Sept. 1, 2026, and a rezoning for 470 Radnor Street (BL2026-1395) to Oct. 6, 2026.

Committee reviews

Several committees met Aug. 3-4 but did not record decisions; their agendas included:

• The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee reviewed a lease amendment for a community solar array at 801 Due West Avenue, an aerial encroachment at 205 Demonbreun Street, and an ordinance on right-of-way excavation notice requirements.
• The Budget and Finance Committee considered tax increment financing for six redevelopment plans, an intergovernmental agreement for Music City Center financing, and multiple grant appropriations, including $1,621,095 to Nashville Cares and $765,882 to Vanderbilt University Medical Center for Ryan White Part A services.
• The Planning and Zoning Committee reviewed a rezoning for 44 multi-family units on North New Hope Road and a rezoning on Bell Road that the Planning Commission had disapproved.
• The Public Health and Safety Committee considered $5.3 million in health grants, including $750,000 to Dismas, Inc. for harm-reduction services, and an ordinance establishing an Opioid Settlement Steering Committee.
• The Government Operations and Regulations Committee discussed a bill requiring public boards to record and publish their meetings and an ordinance mandating diaper changing facilities in certain public restrooms.
• The Equalization Board held appeal hearings for 30 commercial properties across Davidson County; no decisions were recorded in the agenda.

Coming up

Meetings scheduled for the week of Aug. 17-18 include:

• **Transportation and Infrastructure Committee** (Aug. 17): Will consider a street sweeping contract with Sweeping Corporation of America, TDOT signal maintenance agreements, and a request to expand WeGo's Journey Pass program.
• **Budget and Finance Committee** (Aug. 17): Will review a street sweeping contract, a bond reduction resolution, and a $71,900 appropriation to Water Walkers for afterschool programming.
• **Metropolitan Council** (Aug. 18): Will vote on the Music City Center financing agreement, the street sweeping contract, and several board appointments.
• **Public Health and Safety Committee** (Aug. 18): Will review grants for interpreter services, food programs, and a drone ordinance amendment.
• **Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee** (Aug. 18): Will consider appointments to the Auditorium Commission and other boards, plus resolutions honoring Brenda Wynn and the Master Gardeners of Davidson County.

All meetings are open to the public; agendas and minutes are available on the Metro Nashville website.

Nashville boards weigh $1.2B tourism zone, housing changes; decisions pending

Over the past two weeks, Nashville's boards and committees met to consider a wide range of items, from a proposed $1.2 billion tourism zone expansion to new housing and health grants. However, minutes have not yet been published for any of these meetings, so no final decisions are confirmed. The following is a summary of what was on the agendas.

Major financial and development items

The Metropolitan Council on July 28 reviewed a proposed extension of the Nashville Tourism Development Zone (TDZ) through 2043. According to the agenda, TDZ revenue for fiscal year 2025 was $95 million ($83 million state, $12 million local), with 2% annual growth assumed through 2043. The proposal includes a $300 million transfer to the East Bank Development Authority for infrastructure such as Marine/Cowan, James Robertson Parkway, Seigenthaler Bridge, utilities, and open space. Initial expansion bonds are expected between $350 million and $375 million, with total bond issuance potentially reaching $1 billion to $1.2 billion. The agenda also notes Metro would receive $21 million annually for public safety from CCA, growing at 3% per year. Hotel/motel tax revenues totaled $509.9 million from 2013–2025, and room occupancy tax $197.6 million.

The Budget and Finance Committee on August 3 considered resolutions approving tax increment financing for six redevelopment plans: Arts Center, Bordeaux, Central State, Phillips Jackson, Rutledge Hill, and Skyline. The committee also discussed an intergovernmental agreement for Music City Center financing and a salary increase for the Metropolitan Sheriff.

The Hospital Authority Board on July 30 considered several contracts, including a $431,892 two-year language services agreement with AMN Healthcare (auto-renewing, no formal RFP) and a $272,209 new service agreement with Canon Medical Systems USA that is not in the current budget. Other items included a $249,998 capital expenditure request from Hill-Rom Company and a $150,033.05 request from CME Corp, both also not in budget.

Housing and zoning

The Planning and Zoning Committee on August 3 considered a rezoning from RS15 to SP for 6114 North New Hope Road to allow 44 multi-family units (BL2026-1414), previously deferred from July 21. It also reviewed a rezoning from SP to AR2A for 532 and 538 Bell Road (BL2026-1389), which the Planning Commission disapproved. The committee also discussed accepting a HUD Continuum of Care grant transfer to the Office of Homeless Services.

The Metropolitan Council on August 4 held public hearings on 15 zoning ordinances, including several large residential developments: 68 multi-family units at 5683 Cane Ridge Road (6.64 acres), 79 multi-family units and 100 single-family lots at 5601/5621 Cane Ridge Road and 3314 Old Franklin Road (42.2 acres), and a mixed-use development at 13181 Old Hickory Boulevard (4.97 acres). Two contextual overlay districts along Shepherd Hills Drive and Cumberland Hills Drive were disapproved by the Planning Commission (8-0).

Health and social services

The Public Health and Safety Committee on August 4 considered 19 resolutions and 2 bills, including over $4.5 million in Ryan White Part A HIV/AIDS grants. Notable amounts include $1,621,095 to Nashville Cares, $211,866 to Neighborhood Health, and $452,444 to Street Works. The committee also reviewed a $750,000 appropriation to Dismas, Inc. for harm-reduction services for men returning from incarceration, and an ordinance establishing an Opioid Settlement Steering Committee (BL2026-1452).

The Housing Trust Fund Commission on July 28 was set to vote on Round 16 grant awards for homeownership, rental, and owner-occupied rehab projects, as well as the FY27 Barnes Fund budget. It also considered a contract amendment for Be a Helping Hand Foundation at 5050 Linbar Dr., extending the term 12 months and increasing units from 37 to 41.

Public safety and oversight

The Community Review Board on July 27 reviewed seven closed police oversight cases (CC2024-035 through CC2026-8386) and discussed the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department's Drone First Responder Program, presented by Senior Research Analyst Ansley Potter.

The Human Relations Commission on August 3 discussed a response to the Nashville Police Alliance, reviewed a proposed online extremism toolkit (BL2026-1450), and welcomed new Public Information Coordinator Jay Johnson.

Other notable items

The Metropolitan Board of Equalization held formal appeal hearings on August 3 and 4 for more than 30 commercial properties across Davidson County, including parcels on Opryland Drive, Rivergate Parkway, and Brick Church Pike. Decisions may be appealed to the State Board of Equalization.

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee on August 4 considered a bill requiring public boards with financial authority to record and publish their proceedings (BL2026-1437) and an ordinance mandating diaper changing facilities in certain public restrooms (BL2026-1492). It also reviewed a cooperative purchasing agreement with Home Depot U.S.A., Inc. for maintenance supplies.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed in the next 14 days.

Metro Council approves $638,789 opioid education grant, confirms new law director

The Metropolitan Council approved $638,789 for opioid use disorder education at the Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center and confirmed Tyler Yarbro as Metropolitan Director of Law during its July 21 meeting, the only body in the past two weeks with published minutes showing final decisions.

Council confirmations and settlements

The Council voted unanimously to confirm Tyler Yarbro as Metropolitan Director of Law and to confirm 12 other appointments to boards including the Historical Commission and Transit Authority. The reappointment of Marcus T. Booth to the Contract and Compliance Board was deferred.

On consent agenda, the Council approved two legal settlements: $285,000 for Sarah Filus Jones (RS2026-2117) and $89,258 for Taylor Wicke (RS2026-2118). It also approved the $638,789 appropriation to Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center (RS2026-2119) and an intergovernmental agreement to digitize historical criminal court records (RS2026-2114). Minutes from the July 7, 2026 meeting were approved.

Committee agendas: what was scheduled, not yet decided

Several committees met July 20 and 21, but minutes have not been published, so only the scheduled agenda items can be reported.

The Budget and Finance Committee was set to review the 2026-2027 Annual Update to the HUD Consolidated Plan (RS2026-2077), a second amendment to an affordable housing grant contract (RS2026-2119), and settlements for claims by Sarah Filus Jones ($285,000), Taylor Wicke ($89,258), and Leta R. Pitt (RS2026-2130).

The Ad-Hoc East Bank Committee scheduled discussion of RS2026-2135, an intergovernmental project agreement for Music City Center financing and refinancing, and met again July 28 to consider BL2026-1493, which would amend tourist accommodation tax revenue allocation and extend the hotel occupancy privilege tax.

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee was set to discuss a temporary moratorium on zoning, building, and grading permits for data center developments (BL2026-1448), an ordinance on disclosure of personalized algorithmic and dynamic pricing (BL2026-1254), and a cooperative purchasing agreement with ChargePoint, Inc. for electric vehicle charging solutions (RS2026-2122).

The Public Health and Safety Committee agenda included $638,789 for Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center for opioid education, $106,000 for We Are One Recovery to expand opioid prevention services, cooperative purchasing agreements for MPD vehicles and protective apparel, a contract amendment with Intergraph Corporation, and an ordinance to counter online extremist content targeting youth.

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and Planning and Zoning Committee both listed resolutions on water and sewer infrastructure, greenway conservation easements at 7800 McCrory Lane and 0 Godwin Court, and redevelopment plan amendments for Arts Center, Bordeaux, Central State, Phillips-Jackson, Rutledge Hill, and Skyline.

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee was scheduled to discuss a Media Projects grant for a "Branches" documentary series on Nashville Public Library (RS2026-2116), two ordinances amending Metropolitan Code Chapter 2.147 regarding the Nashville Entertainment Commission, and two greenway conservation easements.

The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee agenda included a resolution requesting tree trimming metrics from Nashville Electric Service and EPB, interviews for 25 board and commission appointments, and appointments of Tyler Yarbro as Director of Law, Robert D. Boon, II to the Electric Power Board, and Whitney Weeks to the Transit Authority (MTA).

Coming up

• **Aug. 3, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee**: Lease amendment for a community solar array at 801 Due West Avenue (RS2026-2153) and an ordinance on right-of-way excavation notice (BL2026-1434).
• **Aug. 3, Planning and Zoning Committee**: Zoning changes for 44 multi-family units at 6114 North New Hope Road (BL2026-1414) and 5.25 acres at 532 and 538 Bell Road (BL2026-1389).
• **Aug. 3, Budget and Finance Committee**: Tax increment financing for six redevelopment plans and $1,621,095 to Nashville Cares for Ryan White Part A services.
• **Aug. 4, Metropolitan Council**: Votes on 15 board appointments and public hearings on six zoning-change ordinances, including 68 multi-family units at 5683 Cane Ridge Road.
• **Aug. 4, Public Health and Safety Committee**: Vote on 19 resolutions totaling $5.3M in grants and an ordinance establishing an Opioid Settlement Steering Committee role (BL2026-1452).
• **Aug. 4, Government Operations and Regulations Committee**: Cooperative purchasing agreement with Home Depot (RS2026-2169) and an ordinance requiring diaper changing facilities in certain public restrooms (BL2026-1492).

Metro Council confirms three appointments, approves beer permit exemption; committees weigh TIF, syringe funding, and greenway easements

The Metropolitan Council's July 7 meeting produced the only confirmed decisions of the past two weeks, including a 33-0 vote to exempt Vibes Bar & Lounge from beer permit distance requirements and unanimous confirmations of three board appointees. Most other Nashville committee meetings during this period have agendas posted but minutes not yet published, meaning their items were scheduled for consideration but outcomes are not yet confirmed.

Metropolitan Council — July 7 (Decided)

The Council approved its minutes as amended by voice vote and took action on several appointments:

• **Alvin J. Haney** confirmed to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (unanimous).
• **Kristofer Carlson** confirmed to the Central Business Improvement District Board (voice vote, 2 no).
• **Darius McDonald** confirmed to the Tourism and Convention Commission (unanimous).
• Appointment of **Kevin Griffith** to the Short Term Rental Appeals Board was withdrawn.
• Multiple other appointments were deferred or re-referred to future meetings.

The Council adopted RS2026-2070, exempting Vibes Bar & Lounge from minimum distance requirements for a beer permit, on a 33-0 vote. The Council also passed BL2026-1314, a code-correction bill, on second reading as substituted by voice vote and referred it to committees.

Committee Agendas — Scheduled But Not Yet Confirmed

Several committees met July 6–7 with agendas posted, but official minutes have not been published. The items below were on those agendas; outcomes are not confirmed.

Budget and Finance Committee was scheduled to vote on tax increment financing for six redevelopment districts — Arts Center, Bordeaux, Central State, Phillips Jackson, Rutledge Hill, and Skyline — along with a $233,900 appropriation to Street Works dba Today's Hope for a syringe service program, a Publix opioid settlement, and amendments to affordable housing grant contracts with Springboard Landings, The Housing Fund, and Habitat for Humanity.

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee was set to review a TDOT agreement amendment for the Charlotte Avenue and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard transit project, a $170,000 payment to WeGo Public Transit for a property transfer, six aerial encroachment permits (2301 12th Ave S, Cleghorn Ave, 4th Ave S, South Second St, Porter St, and Houston St), and a Waste Management contract amendment.

Public Health and Safety Committee was scheduled to review the same $233,900 syringe service appropriation, the Publix opioid settlement, state grants for juvenile court case management and recovery court treatment, an intergovernmental agreement with Goodlettsville for fire marshal inspections, and an MOU for police services on the public transit system.

Planning and Zoning Committee was set to consider the same six TIF plans, affordable housing grant amendments, aerial encroachment authorizations, the TDOT Charlotte Avenue agreement amendment, and a second reading of a lease with PENCIL Foundation.

Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee was scheduled to vote on grants for Elmington Park Playground, Trinity Hills Park, a "Let's Color Nashville 2027" mural program, and greenway conservation easements at 0 McCrory Lane, 4880 Whites Creek Pike, and 6419 Holt Road.

Government Operations and Regulations Committee was set to review the Vibes Bar & Lounge beer permit exemption, an IT services contract with Info-Tech Research Group, and an ordinance requiring government boards with financial authority to record and publish meetings.

Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee was scheduled to handle notary elections, honor Grand Ole Opry announcer Bill Cody, recognize the 400th ONEBox naloxone dispenser installation, and confirm Tyler Yarbro as Metropolitan Director of Law.

Coming Up

• **July 20 — Ad-Hoc East Bank Committee:** Discussion of RS2026-2135, an intergovernmental project agreement for Music City Center financing and refinancing. Public comment allowed.
• **July 20 — Budget and Finance Committee:** Settlements including $285,000 to Sarah Filus Jones and $89,258 to Taylor Wicke, plus a HUD Consolidated Plan update.
• **July 21 — Metropolitan Council:** Confirmation of Tyler Yarbro as Director of Law, reappointment of Dr. Raymond (Buz) Martin to Hospital Authority, Vision Zero pedestrian safety resolution, and TIF votes for Arts Center and Bordeaux redevelopment.
• **July 21 — Government Operations and Regulations Committee:** Temporary moratorium on data center permits (BL2026-1448) and algorithmic pricing disclosure ordinance (BL2026-1254).
• **July 21 — Public Health and Safety Committee:** $638,789 to Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center for opioid education and $106,000 for We Are One Recovery to expand opioid prevention services.

Metro Council confirms appointments, passes beer permit exemption; committees weigh TIF plans and syringe program funding

The Metropolitan Council voted 33-0 on July 7 to exempt Vibes Bar & Lounge from minimum distance requirements for a beer permit, the most notable decided action in a week dominated by committee agendas whose minutes have not yet been published.

Council meeting — July 7

The Council approved its minutes as amended by voice vote and confirmed three appointments:

• **Alvin J. Haney** to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission — unanimous.
• **Kristofer Carlson** to the Central Business Improvement District Board — voice vote, two no votes.
• **Darius McDonald** to the Tourism and Convention Commission — unanimous.

The Council adopted RS2026-2070, exempting Vibes Bar & Lounge from beer permit distance requirements, by a recorded vote of 33-0.

BL2026-1314, described as a code-correction bill, passed second reading as substituted by voice vote and was referred to committees.

Multiple appointments were deferred or re-referred to future meetings. The Council withdrew the appointment of Kevin Griffith to the Short Term Rental Appeals Board.

Committee agendas — July 6 and 7

Minutes have not yet been published for the seven committee meetings held July 6 and 7. The following items were listed on agendas; outcomes are not confirmed.

Tax increment financing for six redevelopment districts

The Planning and Zoning Committee and the Budget and Finance Committee both listed resolutions to approve tax increment financing for six redevelopment plans: Arts Center, Bordeaux, Central State, Phillips Jackson, Rutledge Hill, and Skyline. TIF uses future property tax growth in a designated area to help fund redevelopment.

$233,900 syringe service appropriation

The Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee both listed a $233,900 appropriation to Street Works dba Today's Hope for a syringe service program. The Public Health and Safety Committee agenda also included a settlement of opioid-related claims with Publix Super Markets, Inc., state grants for juvenile court case management and recovery court treatment, an intergovernmental agreement with Goodlettsville for fire marshal inspections, and a memorandum of understanding on police services for the public transit system.

Charlotte Avenue transit project

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee listed RS2026-2098, a TDOT agreement amendment for the Charlotte Avenue and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard transit project. The same committee agenda included RS2026-2107, a $170,000 payment to WeGo Public Transit for a property transfer.

Affordable housing grant amendments

Three committees listed amendments to affordable housing grant contracts with Springboard Landings, The Housing Fund, and Habitat for Humanity.

Greenway easements and park grants

The Arts, Parks, Libraries, and Entertainment Committee listed greenway conservation easements at 0 McCrory Lane, 4880 Whites Creek Pike, and 6419 Holt Road, plus grants for Elmington Park Playground, Trinity Hills Park, a mural program called "Let's Color Nashville 2027," and food services at Kirkpatrick Community Center.

Other committee items

The Government Operations and Regulations Committee listed an ordinance requiring government boards with financial authority to record and publicly post their meetings, plus an IT services contract with Info-Tech Research Group. The Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee listed notary elections, a resolution honoring Grand Ole Opry announcer Bill Cody, recognition of the 400th ONEBox naloxone dispenser installation, and confirmation of Tyler Yarbro as Metropolitan Director of Law.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are scheduled in the next 14 days, according to the provided data. Residents should check the Metro Nashville website for any newly posted meetings.