Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee
Committee Room 2
Agenda — 33 items
- 1 Public Comment
- 2 Pursuant to Section 8 44 112 of the Tennessee Code Annotated, time is reserved for public comment on legislative items appearing on this agenda or related to the committee. Members of the public wishing to speak may sign up on the Council Committee signup sheet posted outside the room where the committee is scheduled to meet. Public Comment sign up for Council Committee meetings will end immediately before the meeting begins. Public Comment is limited to eight minutes total at Council Committee meetings and each speaker is allowed up to two minutes to speak. All public comment speakers must present proof of Tennessee residency. Requests for interpretation services and/or accessibility accommodations should be directed to the Council Office at 615 862 6780. Las solicitudes de servicios de interpretación y/o adaptaciones deaccesibilidad deben dirigirse a la Oficina del Consejo al 615 862 6780.
- 3 Resolutions
- 1. A resolution expressing a lack of confidence in the performance and leadership of Electric Power Board of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for its failures during Winter Storm Fern.
- 2. A resolution denouncing the State of Tennessee’s attempted hostile takeover of the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority.
- 3. A resolution denouncing the Tennessee General Assembly for enacting a redistricting plan that divides and dilutes congressional representation of residents of Memphis and Shelby County.
- 4. A resolution urging Nashville Electric Service and the Electric Power Board to implement a temporary moratorium on recently announced vegetation management changes.
- 5. A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Frankie Mae Keeling-Henry, civil rights activist, Freedom Rider, educator, and beloved Nashvillian.
- 6. A resolution recognizing the Frist Art Museum on the occasion of its 25th anniversary.
- 7. A resolution recognizing May 2026 as Older Americans Month in Nashville and Davidson County and recognizing FiftyForward for its 70th anniversary.
- 8. A resolution recognizing June 2026 as Pride Month in Nashville and Davidson County and affirming the dignity, freedom, and humanity of all people.
- 12 Board and Commission Elections
- 9. East Bank Development Authority Consideration of nominees to fill one vacancy on the Authority with a term expiring June 30, 2030, with an election to be conducted on May 19, 2026. · Nathaniel Carter nominated by CM Toombs.
- 10. Property Standards and Appeals Board Consideration of nominees to fill one vacancy on the Board with a term expiring April 7, 2030, with an election to be conducted at the May 19, 2026 Council meeting. · Grafton Brittle nominated by CM Kupin. · Roger Farmer nominated by CM Evans.
- 11. Short Term Rental Appeals Board Consideration of nominees to fill one vacancy on the Board with a term expiring August 31, 2027, with an election to be conducted at the May 19, 2026 Council meeting. · Diamond Bell nominated by CM Toombs. · Kevin Griffith nominated by CM Kupin.
- 16 Board and Commission Appointees and Nominees
- 12. Fire and Building Code Appeals Board Reappointment of Ilke C. Hanloser for a term expiring July 19, 2030.
- 13. Fire and Building Code Appeals Board Reappointment of Tim Prow for a term expiring July 19, 2030.
- 14. Board of Health Reappointment of Dr. Jeffrey G. Stovall for a term expiring July 9, 2031.
- 15. Traffic and Parking Commission Appointment of Tom Sturdivant for a term expiring April 3, 2031.
- 16. Transportation Licensing Commission Consideration of nominees to fill two vacancies on the Commission with terms expiring on April 30, 2028, with an election to be conducted at the June 2, 2026 Council meeting. · Erica Penley nominated by CM Spain/CM Preptit · Annie Klaver nominated by CM Kupin
- 22 Board and Commission Confirmations
- 17. Airport Authority Appointment of Marcus Shute, Jr. for a term expiring April 5, 2032.
- 18. Airport Authority Appointment of Steve Swartz for a term expiring April 5, 2032.
- 19. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission Appointment of Winston Wright for a term expiring April 16, 2030.
- 20. Farmers Market Board Appointment of Sylvia Marcela Gomez for a term expiring May 5, 2031.
- 21. Historic Zoning Commission Reappointment of Elizabeth Mayhall for a term expiring June 1, 2031.
- 22. Midtown Central Business Improvement District (MBID) - Board of Directors Andrew Cook, Large Commercial Property Owner for a 1-year term.
- 23. Tourism and Convention Commission Reappointment of Dr. Sybril Brown for a term expiring June 30, 2029.
- 24. Tourism and Convention Commission Reappointment of Mark Hayes for a term expiring June 30, 2029.
- 31 2023-2027 Metropolitan Council Rules of Procedure
- 25. Amendment to Rules of Procedure, Rule 46 - Council meetings; scheduling
- 33 Chair Report / Updates