Regardless of whether the state legislature resurrects a bill this session to expand who’s eligible to attend charter schools in Tennessee, the Metro School board has the final say on approving new schools in Nashville.
Tygard’s Windmill Bill is Back
Councilman Charlie Tygard wants to allow windmills in Davidson County but his original proposal didn’t pass muster with the Metro Planning Commission last summer.
Council Hopes to Take Final Budget Vote This Week
The Metro Council hopes to take a final vote on Davidson County’s $1.5 billion budget this week.
Iranians Host Presidential Voting Site in Nashville
Nashville is one of 40 sites in the US hosting a polling station for the Iranian presidential elections tomorrow.
Community Education Asks for More Money
The Metro organization that provides adult education classes has asked for a $50,000 increase in order to hire a director.
Metro Council Taking Aim at Legislature with Guns Bills of Its Own
Two bills undoing the easing of restrictions on concealed handguns passed by the legislature this year will be before the Metro Council next week.
Council Approves Spending Plan, “Wish List”
The Metro Council approved $560 million worth of construction projects last night.
Fleet Reductions Hitting Most Metro Departments
The Metro department responsible for maintaining buildings, tuning cars and securing entrances is curtailing services at all levels. The Department of General Services is also cutting four hundred vehicles against the wishes of some Council members.
Codes Feeling Economy’s Pinch
Metro Codes told Council members last night that their budget has taken a $4 million hit because of the economy.
On Air - 90.3 WPLN-FM