Nashville Vice Mayor Lays Out 40-Word Mission for Metro Council

Newly elected Nashville Vice Mayor David Briley was also sworn in today, along with the 40-member Metro Council that he will lead.

A light-hearted Briley said he would lead by example — including by aspiring towards brevity in government business. He wrote a 40-word mission statement — one word for each council member.

“We share Nashville’s optimism. We will work to extend economic prosperity to those being left behind; protect our neighborhoods; and build upon the successes in our public schools. We will act transparently; listen to everyone; expect accountability; and deliver results.
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The Metro Council resumes regular meetings in October.