Nashville’s Metro Council advanced a bill that would move Metro’s Historic Zoning Commission under the city’s Planning Department.
Nashville announces first permanent rainbow crosswalk
The new addition will cover the East Nashville intersection home to the Lipstick Lounge, the city’s only lesbian bar.
Nashville Reduces Speed Limit From 30 To 25 mph For Many Streets
Nashville is reducing speed limits on many neighborhood streets to 25 mph following two years of rising pedestrian deaths.
Nashville May Quiet Construction Noise In Residential Neighborhoods
Nashville officials want to quiet some of the noise in neighborhoods. During Tuesday’s meeting, the Metro Council advanced a proposal to limit the loudest construction noise in residential zoning areas. Think hammers smashing away at walls, or bulldozers revving while pushing dirt mounds.
‘Punching Bag’ No More: Private Prison Company CoreCivic Announces End To Contract With Metro
CoreCivic is pulling out of its contract to run the Metro Detention Facility this fall. The announcement comes days after two Metro councilmembers introduced a resolution to end Nashville’s relationship with the private corrections company.
Nashville Leaders Say They’ve Found A Way To End The City’s Contract With Private Prison Operator CoreCivic
Nashville’s Metro Council is renewing a push to end the city’s contract with private prison operator CoreCivic, and this time they have the support of the county sheriff, who says he’s found a way to take over operations of the detention facility in South Nashville.
Nashville Sidewalks: There Aren’t Enough, And Progress Is Slow, But Some New Ideas Seek To Jumpstart Expansion
The lack of sidewalks is a perpetual complaint across Nashville, and a new analysis suggests frustrations will continue unless the city makes a major funding change.
Nashville’s Council And Mayor May Duel Over Budget And Taxation
There’s no mystery about the top priority for the new Nashville Metro Council: Finding the money to pay for essential services in a growing city.
Nashville Mayor’s Inauguration Touts Diversity And Unity, But Notes Hard Work Ahead
Backed by marching bands and mariachi music, new Nashville Mayor John Cooper was sworn into office Saturday with a vow to follow through on the wishes he heard from voters.
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