There is a Metro Council Meeting at 6:30 pm. An agenda has been provided, and you can watch the meeting live via channel 3 or stream live on your electronic devices. Also, please do not respond to this email... You can reach me at [email protected].
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Celebrating Black History | Jefferson Street Historical Society
Recently, the Metro Council proudly passed RS2025-1622, a resolution recognizing the important work of the Jefferson Street Historical Society. This resolution honors the Society’s continued leadership in preserving and revitalizing the rich cultural, musical, and economic legacy of Historic Jefferson Street.
Tonight, in recognition of Black History Month, we will formally honor the Society on the floor of the Metro Council, celebrating their impact and the enduring legacy of Jefferson Street in North Nashville.
Buchanan Street Commercial Compatibility Overlay Update
Over the years, residents along Buchanan Street have consistently asked for thoughtful action to address growing land use concerns between 9th Avenue North and 23rd Avenue North. After multiple community meetings and several proposal drafts (this being the fifth approach), the Commercial Compatibility Overlay is now the best tool for this area.
This effort has been community-driven from the beginning. Long-term neighbors and newer residents alike raised concerns about compatibility, safety, and the long-term direction of the corridor. Property owners, business owners, and home builders also shared challenges in attracting stable investment due to certain high-impact uses clustering in the area.
What the Overlay Does
- The overlay does not remove existing businesses.
- It does not rezone property.
- There is no curfew applied within the proposal.
- It applies only to future uses.
It places guardrails on certain higher-impact uses such as car lots, auto repair shops, car washes, liquor stores, vape shops, beer and cigarette markets, payday lenders, check-cashing businesses, and nightclubs.
At the same time, it protects space for neighborhood-serving businesses that reflect Buchanan Street’s historic character — including grocery stores, medical offices, restaurants, barber shops, beauty salons, daycares, churches, funeral homes, and other low-impact commercial services.
With homes, churches, and schools lining this corridor, compatibility matters. Most of the commercially zoned property along the corridor is directly neighboring single family residentially zoned property. This overlay is about restoring balance and ensuring that future development strengthens the surrounding residential community instead of destabilizing it.
Next Steps: Community Meeting
As we move forward, continued engagement is important. I encourage neighbors and stakeholders to attend our upcoming community meeting at the North Precinct this Saturday, February 21, at 9:00 a.m.
This will be an opportunity to ask questions, discuss next steps, and remain involved as we continue working together to support Buchanan Street and the broader North Nashville community.
Trash and Recycling Pickup Days have Changed
On February 2, Nashville Waste Services shifted to a new residential trash and recycling collection schedule. Customers will continue to receive weekly trash pickup and every other week recycling pickup, it just might be on a new day.
This change is about serving a growing city and will make collection smarter and improve service efficiency.
What I've been up to:
- Toddler P has kept us busy... He's been to several meetings and events with me lately. You may see him again soon!
- Finalized Traffic Calming in Hadley Park -- I hope this has slowed traffic with the new speed humps and stop signs.
- Finalized Traffic Calming from 9th Ave N -- 16th Ave N, between Clay and Buchanan St. -- New speed humps on each street.
- Note -- The budget for this was approved in 2022!
- Buchanan St. Commercial Compatibility Overlay -- I've had several discussions with business owners and residents along the corridor. Looking to engage with more residents and neighbors on Saturday, February 21, at 9 am at the community meeting at the North Police Precinct.
What's Happening Tonight:
Rule Amendment | Rule 13.4 -13.4 No ordinance, binding resolution, amendment or substitute submitted after these prescribed deadlines will be considered by the Council except on an emergency basis. Nonbinding resolutions submitted after the prescribed deadlines are not eligible to be considered on an emergency basis, unless Nashville and Davidson County are under a declared state of emergency and the resolution relates to that state of emergency. It is not the responsibility of the Council Office to prepare late-filed legislation.
RS2026 -1798 -A resolution urging the President of the United States to approve federal assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency for individuals affected by Winter Storm Fern.
RS2026-1801 -A resolution urging the Electric Power Board of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to terminate the employment of Teresa Broyles-Aplin as Chief Executive Officer of Nashville Electric Service.
Late Resolution -- A resolution authorizing the waiver of certain permit fees for the repair or rebuilding of property damaged as a result of the January 2026 winter storm.
BL2026-1255 -An ordinance amending Chapter 13.08 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, related to sandwich board signs in the public right-of-way.
Upcoming Meetings:
Buchanan St. Commercial Compatibility Overlay
- Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: North Police Precinct --William D. Bodenhamer Building
2231 26th Ave N | Nashville, TN 37208
I invite all District 21 residents to reach out to me directly with any information or concerns in our community. Email is the best form of communication, but I invite you to call me as well. My contact information is below.
Contact information: Email - [email protected] / Phone: 615.946.9700
Best regards,
Brandon
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