Hello Neighbors,

 

This season holds many meanings across our community.  As Hanukkah ends, I find myself reflecting on its reminder that even in the darkest nights, there is the promise of light. That message — of perseverance, hope, and renewal — has meant so much to my family and to me, especially in times when the world feels heavy.  I also want to wish a joyful and affirming Kwanzaa to all who are celebrating as it begins, and warm wishes to everyone observing the Christmas holidays.

 

My hope for all of us is peace — peace in our homes, peace in our hearts, and care for one another during a season that can be both joyful and emotionally complex.

For those who find this time of year especially difficult, please know you are not alone. Local support is available:

Reaching out is a sign of strength, and these organizations are here to help.

Wishing you and your loved ones comfort, care, and connection throughout this holiday season.

 

As we move through this meaningful season, I wanted to share a few important holiday reminders about trash and recycling collection, along with information on Christmas tree recycling, and a brief personal note of reflection and care. I will be sharing a more comprehensive newsletter at the beginning of the New Year with reminders and more details of what is happening plus community connection opportunities. 

 

Mailers went out a few weeks ago with holiday collection information, but I wanted to be sure everyone has the details as we head toward the end of the year.

 

Beginning February 2, Metro will move to a new collection schedule that will eliminate many of the holiday-related shifts we’ve all grown used to.

Residents can:

You may also notice:

In collaboration with Metro Nashville Parks and Recreation, the Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure (NDOT) has renewed its Christmas Tree Recycling Program.

 

Drop-off Dates: 📅 December 26, 2025 – February 13, 2026

🚛 Curbside Option:
NDOT’s brush collection crews can also pick up Christmas trees as part of their regular brush schedule. There are no special tree-only pickups.

 

You can view brush collection locations and schedules here:
👉 https://www.nashville.gov/sites/default/files/2025-05/2025-2026_BrushFlyer.pdf

To report a non-emergency issue affecting a Metro Nashville street, please visit:
👉 https://hub.nashville.gov

 

Warmest regards,

Brenda Gadd (she/her)
Councilmember for District 24
📍 Find out if you live in District 24
📬 Email Brenda.Gadd@Nashville.Gov for Metro assistance.
🌐 Use hub.nashville.gov for non-emergency Metro needs.

➡️ NEW! Estes Traffic Calming between Woodlawn Drive and Woodmont Boulevard: For neighbors living on Estes Road between Woodmont and Woodlawn please join us for the first meeting to discuss the traffic calming application and program. (All are welcome to join.)

 

     📅  Monday, January 5th

     ⏰  7:00 PM

     💻 Virtual Meeting. Please use the link below (click or copy-and-paste into browser). The link will be live at the time of the meeting. 👉 https://tinyurl.com/EstesRdNSTC

     📞 You can also join the meeting by phone:  

     Dial: +1 615-880-3400

     Then enter Access Code: 2485 338 6837

 

➡️ UPDATE! Bowling Avenue Traffic Calming: Voting concluded for the traffic calming program proposal. Neighbors (eligible property owners) approved the proposal by the required 66% voting in the affirmative. Please note that after approval it is in the queue for implementation but no date has been set as of now. This may take several months for implementation. You can view the plans here:  https://www.nashville.gov/departments/transportation/plans-and-programs/traffic-calming/final-design-plans 

 

➡️ Zoning: Kenner Avenue Bagel Shop. The local property owner at 100 Kenner Avenue is expected to file an application later this month or next to begin a regulatory rezoning of the commercial property. The purpose of the request is to add an additional permitted use for a bagel shop and bakery.

 

Thank you to the neighbors of the Kenner Avenue Neighborhood Association for meeting with me this month. Before moving forward, I wanted to hear directly from the residents closest to the site. A larger community meeting will be scheduled in the New Year to share more information and gather broader feedback.

 

➡️ Zoning: Belle Meade Theater Historic Landmark legislation. This zoning legislation will move forward in the early months of 2026 to designate and add protections to the building where the former Belle Meade Theater was located at 4301 Harding Pike. I filed this legislation early in 2025 and have been working with the property owners. 

 

➡️ Blasting: Have you heard blasting where you live? After several neighbors in the Harding and White Bridge area reached out regarding questions about blasting I was able to get some information from Metro and the State regarding the location at the old Belle Meade Plaza site on Harding. The State of Tennessee's Fire Marshall's office is the one that permits blasting and we do have confirmation that there is notification on file with the state for this site. I have not been able to get much more information as of yet but you can submit complaints here: https://www.tn.gov/commerce/fire/permit/licensing/blasting.html

 

➡️ Estes Road Water Main: Work on the new line is complete, and milling, paving, striping is currently being finished. We are working to get this paving finalized.

 

➡️ 38th Avenue Water Storage Tank, Sidewalks Pending: The 2.5 million-gallon tank installation is complete (located between 37th and 38th Ave. N. off of Charlotte Ave.) Sidewalks will be included and I am working to get the timeline for installment. 

 

The Property Tax Relief and Property Tax Freeze Programs, funded by both the state and Metro governments, help lower tax burdens for older residents (65+), disabled homeowners, and 100% disabled veterans. Qualifying individuals may apply through the Metro Trustee’s Office anytime through April 5, 2026. isit the trustee's website or call (615) 862-6330.