What's on the Council Agenda for March 19th

by Rod Williams, March 19, 2024 - Below is the email newsletter report on the Council agenda provided by Rae Keohane. Rae is a local active Republican. Rae reads and studies each Metro Council agenda and shares her opinion on items of interest and shares her email to those on an email distribution list. Having done this myself in the past, I know how time consuming this can be. 

It should go without saying that her opinions are her own.  Reposting her newsletter does not signify my agreement.  While I do agree with most of her positions; not all. An area of disagreement is that I generally favor less government restriction on private property instead of more.  

Note that the highlighting and bold typeface is in the original email. If you would like to be included on Rae's email distribution list, contact her at raekeo@aol.com. 

In addition to her reporting on the Council, Rae is a facilitator of the Nashville Conservatives breakfast group.

 Hello BRANDON AND ALL COUNCIL MEMBERS

 

Since you will be voting on several matters of concern below is my opinion and questions about some matters before you tonight. 

I would appreciate some responses to my questions.

I spend a few hours on this each meeting I would appreciate a response to my questions.

I and many others will be WATCHING you all on TV! 

 

I have a comment about the TRANSIT use here in Nashville 2024 as per the forecast published by WeGo-MTA, Total Revenue = $11million, Total bus Expense = $102million. This means that for each $2 trip paid by passenger, the cost to non-riding taxpayer additional $18.00.  Do you believe Metro Taxpayers would agree for a Tax increase for Mayor Freddie’s “Transit Plan”? Source MTA .

I don’t usually comment on developments outside my council district but since you all are considering ELIMINATING the SINGLE-FAMILY ZONING FOR ALL OF DAVIDSON COUNTY, I WILL NO LONGER LIMIT MY COMMENTS.  IN LIGHT OF WHAT YOU ARE ALL CONSIDERING COUNCILMANIC COURTESY SHOULD GO THE WAY OF THE DODO BIRD! In my considered opinion part of the housing problem in Nashville is the NOO STR’S.  You passed a zoning class of NS AND IT SHOULD BE USED!!!!!!   I have a building right next to me empty Monday -Thurs which could have been several apartments. There is a large building on 31^st AVE & LONG BLVD which is 100% AIR BNB/ NOO STR!

 RS2024-293/294/295/296  I OPPOSE! Here is your middle market real estate. This is why we have a housing problem. FOUR 4 apartments which will be empty M-TH. https://www.redfin.com/TN/Nashville/1008-28th-Ave-N-37208/home/184518773  A resolution exempting 1008 28th Ave N, from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a Short Term Rental Property - Not Owner-Occupied permit pursuant to Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 6.28.030(B)(2)(d).

A resolution exempting 1010 28th Ave N, from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a Short Term Rental Property - Not Owner-Occupied permit pursuant to Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 6.28.030(B)(2)(d).

A resolution exempting 1012 28th Ave N, from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a Short Term Rental Property - Not Owner-Occupied permit pursuant to Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 6.28.030(B)(2)(d).

A resolution exempting 1014 28th Ave N, from the minimum distance requirements for obtaining a Short Term Rental Property - Not Owner-Occupied permit pursuant to Metropolitan Code of Laws Section 6.28.030(B)(2)(d).

RS2024-288 I SUPPORT AS AMENDED I suggest you ask NES to also be included in this study as you think about increasing density.  If you are successful in eliminating single family homes how will 4 or more HVAC’s ( which will replace 1 HVAC) 4 more electric stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, washing/dryers, and TESLAS IMPACT THE ELECTRIC GRID?   A resolution requesting the Metropolitan Planning Department, Metropolitan Department of Codes and Building Safety, Historic Preservation Offices, Metro Water Services, and Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure to conduct the necessary technical studies, as determined by the departments, to provide a comprehensive analysis of recommended changes to the Metropolitan Code of Laws that would increase allowable density in Nashville and Davidson County and make recommendations regarding land use policy which incorporates affordable and workforce housing strategies that can be supported by existing and planned infrastructure.

RS2024-297/298 My property tax bill shows my responsibility to DEBT service GSD $531.06/GSD School DEBT svc $139.22 USD DEBT Svc $56.14 TOTAL $726.42 Just how much are you ADDING to my DEBT with these RESOLUTIONS?????????????  IN ADDITON THE RES 298 IS just renegotiating DEBT from 2014 when are these LOANS GOING TO BE PAID OFF?  Resolution authorizing and providing for the issuance and sale of general obligation bond anticipation notes in a principal amount not to exceed $375,000,000 at any one time in the form of commercial paper of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County; authorizing and providing for one or more dealer agreements, issuing and paying agency agreements, and liquidity facility agreements; and providing for certain other matters related thereto.

Resolution amending Resolution RS2014-1066, as amended, to extend the duration of the general obligation extendable commercial paper program of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County.

RS2024-302 I OPPOSE with all the controversy around the Metro ARTS COUNCIL I OPPOSE till a full report is issued re this body!  A resolution approving an application for an Arts Build Communities grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Arts Commission, to support art projects that strive to ensure that all Nashvillians have access to a creative life through community investment, artist training, public art, and direct art programs involving the public.

RS2024-303/304 More sole source contracts?  When are we going to have a full study re these sole source contracts?????  A resolution approving a sole source contract between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (“Metro”) and KCI Technologies, Inc. (“KCI”) to provide consulting, development, implementation, and managed services for CAL related suite of application replacements for end of life versions of Cityworks, Hanson, ePermits, ePlans, Land Management, and various other similar applications in various Metro departments.

RS2024-308 I SUPPORT! A resolution approving amendment one to a Victim of Crime Act (VOCA) grant from the Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration, to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, to fund additional staffing, enhance services, and serve more victims of crime.

RS2024-322 I OPPOSE A resolution to remove William T. Cheek from the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission.

BL2024-179 I SUPPORT! As amended!  An ordinance to amend Section 2.44.115 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to require reporting related to use of force by the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department.

BL2023-103 I SUPPORT!   An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS20 to SP zoning for property located at 3800 Old Hickory Boulevard, at the corner of Anthony Street and Old Hickory Boulevard, (0.39 acres), to permit five multi-family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2023SP-069-001).

BL2023-117 What is being done to restrict NOO STR’S in this development?     An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS7.5 to R6 zoning for property located at 2327B Whites Creek Pike, approximately 265 feet northwest of Luzon Street, (0.15 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2023Z-091PR-001).

BL2024-154 I SUPPORT. An ordinance amending Section 17.36.120 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations regarding the age of eligibility for signs to considered for a Historic Landmark Signage Overlay (Proposal No. 2024Z-002TX-001).

BL2024-212 I SUPPORT.  An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from OR20 to MUL-A-NS zoning for property located at 600 40th Ave. N., at the northeast corner of Delaware Avenue and 40th Ave. N. (0.26 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2023Z-102PR-001).

BL2024-214 What is being done to restrict NOO STR’S in this development?     An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from CL and OR20 to SP zoning on properties located at 1520 Hampton Street and Avondale Circle (unnumbered), at the southwest corner of Hampton Street and Avondale Circle, and partially located within a Corridor Design Overlay District (1.81 acres), to permit up to 51 multi-family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2023SP-077-001).

BL2024-216 I SUPPORT.  An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R6 to OR20-A zoning for property located at 601 21st Ave. N., approximately 410 feet west of Spruce Street (0.24 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2023Z-104PR-001).

BL2024-217 What is being done to restrict NOO STR’S in this development?     An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2A to SP zoning for property located at 5043 Mt. View Road, approximately 1000 feet southeast of the intersection of Mt. View Road and Hickory Hollow Parkway (2.03 acres), to permit 20 multi-family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2023SP-042-001).

BL2024-219 I SUPPORT.  An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R10 to RM15-A-NS zoning for property located at 2126 Bellefield Ave., approximately 166 feet northwest of Courtney Ave. (0.45 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2024Z-006PR-001).

BL2024-223 What is being done to restrict NOO STR’S in this development?     An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS7.5 to SP on property located at 1009 Solley Drive, west of the corner of Gallatin Pike and Solley Drive (2.31 acres), to permit 24 multi-family residential units, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2023SP-020-001).

BL2024-225 I SUPPORT!  An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from R6-A to RM20-A-NS zoning for property located at 92 Claiborne Street, approximately 130 feet north of Cannon Street (0.13 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2023Z-106PR-001).

BL2024-226 I SUPPORT!  An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from AR2a to RM9-NS zoning for property located at 5932 Mt. View Road, approximately 700 feet northeast of Murfreesboro Pike (5.03 acres), and located in the Murfreesboro Pike Urban Design Overlay, all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2023Z-110PR-001).

BL2024-228 I SUPPORT!  An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS7.5 to RM9-A-NS zoning for properties located at 2232, 2236, 2240 and 2244 Monticello Drive, approximately 334 feet southeast of Monticello Drive and Monticello Street (0.8 acres), all of which is described herein (Proposal No. 2024Z-011PR-001).

BL2024-230 I SUPPORT. A resolution urging the Tennessee General Assembly to support House Bill 1969/Senate Bill 2066 to require the installation of carbon monoxide alarms in daycares.

BL2024-231 I SUPPORT.  An ordinance approving an agreement between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Nashville Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services Division, and Vanderbilt University Medical Center to provide clinical training for the students enrolled in the Emergency Medical Technician Program.

As always thanks for your time and attention.

Rae

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