The minutes from our March 19, 2024 Council Meeting can be found here.
DEVELOPMENT UPDATE: FORMER STEINMART LOCATION
On May 1, 2024, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, at Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) located at 100 White Bridge Pike, Nashville, TN 37209 in the Multipurpose Room of Building 2, Councilmember Gadd is hosting a public community development meeting to hear about a proposed residential and commercial development at the site of the former Stein Mart building on White Bridge Pike (92 White Bridge Pike, Nashville TN, 37205).
Please come to hear about the proposal from Crescent Communities as they share their vision and gather additional input from the community. The proposed site plan is being called NOVEL Richland Creek and more information from the developer can be viewed at www.novelrichlandcreek.com.
More community meetings will be held on this project. You can reach out to me via Brenda.Gadd@Nashville.Gov. My goal is to ensure the community has information on what is being presented and to receive feedback.
DIANE NASH PLAZA DEDICATION
I hope you will join me on Saturday, April 20, 2024.
Parade to the Courthouse
Time: 9:00 am
Starting Point: First Baptist Church Capitol Hill
featuring the James Lawson High School Band
Diane Nash Plaza Dedication
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am
Location: Metro Public Square Park
1 Public Square
Nashville, TN 37201
featuring a performance by the Fisk Jubilee Singers
Mayor Freddie O’Connell will deliver the 61st Annual State of Metro Address on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10 a.m. at The Fairgrounds Nashville, Expo 1. In the first State of Metro Address of his administration, Mayor O’Connell will highlight the work underway to deliver on the recommendations of three transition committees and the feedback he’s heard from residents for a Nashville that works better for Nashvillians.
CONGRATULATIONS TO NASHVILLE'S NEWEST FIREFIGHTERS
The Nashville Fire Department added 36 new firefighters to the department during a graduation ceremony at Madison Church of Christ on Friday, April 12th.
Among the recruits are 6 NFD “Crossover Recruits” these are NFD EMS personnel who went through the NFD Training Academy to become firefighters. These recruits will now be reassigned to the Fire Suppression Division of NFD.
The Nashville Fire Department also announced this week the addition of two highly trained Arson K-9s to our Fire Investigations Team within the NFD Fire Marshal’s Office.
Shanti is a 1-year-old Goldador, and Herman is a 2-year-old Yellow Labrador Retriever.
Both K-9s and their handlers Miguel Garcia – (K9 Shanti) John Torzilli – (K9 Herman) recently completed their training under the guidance of Maine Specialty Dogs. They are certified by the Maine State Police and the Maine Criminal Justice Academy.
The Cumberland River Compact is thrilled to be leading Nashville’s No Mow Month campaign for its second iteration this year. Throughout April, Davidson County residents are encouraged to refrain from mowing their lawns to preserve local ecosystems and mitigate stormwater. "By participating in No Mow Month, residents have a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the health of our waterways," stated Mekayle Houghton, executive director at the Cumberland River Compact. "Allowing grass to grow taller not only reduces stormwater runoff but also fosters healthier habitats for wildlife." At no cost, participants in No Mow Month will receive a distinctive yard sign to display their commitment to environmental stewardship throughout April. The Compact is partnering with Metro Nashville on this initiative, so residents who display a yard sign and make sure their grass remains under 12” tall will not be subject to relevant code violations.
Thank you to all of our amazing Nashville Public Library staff and volunteers and ambassadors!
DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE INTERSTATE CORRIDOR PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL LINKAGES STUDY
The Tennessee Department of Transportation is excited to share an upcoming opportunity for you to have a say in the future of the Downtown Nashville Interstate Corridors!
TDOT will be holding a Virtual Public Engagement Event April 1-30, 2024, to determine overall urban congestion relief improvement strategies for the interstate network leading into and surrounding Downtown Nashville. The PEL Study considers the benefits and impacts of proposed transportation system improvements to the environment, community and economy during the early transportation planning process.
The Mayor's Office will host a series of community conversations on license plate readers the week of April 22. The meetings will include presentations by MNPD, the CRB, and community organizations, along with opportunities to socialize and ask questions. The intent is to provide data and other information, understand concerns, and help shape future considerations around LPRs.
Your attendance and sharing of this series are welcome.
Each session will run from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. The sessions are:
Monday, April 22 at Coleman Park Community Center
Tuesday, April 23 at Southeast Community Center
Thursday, April 25 at I.T. Creswell Middle School of the Arts
APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2024 MYCITY ACADEMY NOW OPEN
TheOffice of New and Indigenous Americans is now accepting applications for the 2024 MyCity Academy cohort.
MyCity Academy is a free civic and leadership training program for immigrants, refugees, newcomer residents, and native and indigenous peoples that empowers participants to learn about and participate in city government. Over several months, participants will gain a better understanding of how Metro Nashville works, learn how to become civically engaged and share valuable information with their communities.
All information related to Metro’s purchasing process is available in one, central location at purchasing.nashville.gov. Click the top link to learn about doing business with Metro or visit TinyURL.com/WorkWithMetro directly.
GADD ON THE GO
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