Hello, neighbors!
I hope everyone is managing to keep cool and hydrated as it has been quite hot out of late. We have some very important events this week, and I want to take a moment to mention the importance of several. I greatly encourage everyone to consider participating and let your opinions and beliefs be known.
July 1 – 6pm – East Precinct Police Station on Trinity Lane – District 5 Candidate Forum – This event will quite possibly be the only time all three candidates for the District 5 Council seat will be in one place at the same time. A meet and greet will be held from 6:00pm to 6:30pm after which the forum is scheduled with Stephen Elliott from the Nashville Scene/Nashville Post as moderator. Come ready to listen and engage with the candidates!
July 2 – 6:30pm – Metro Council Meeting – David Scobey Council Chambers at The Historic Courthouse – Metro Council Bill BL2019-1633 will be heard on second reading and will be open for a public hearing. This bill sponsored by Burkley Allen will end the issuance of any new non-owner-occupied short-term rental (NOOSTR) permits in multi-family zoning districts (eg – RM-20 districts) like apartments, townhomes, condos, etc. Similar to the passage of the ordinance last year that eliminated NOOSTR usage in single-family zoning districts, this bill will make more multifamily housing available to be used for actual housing of residents and neighbors. The STRP lobby and supporters are expected to be present in great numbers, and your engagement in this hearing will be paramount to communicating to Council your support or opposition as neighbors and residents within our community.
If you are unable to attend the Council meeting, please engage the Council by either email or phone before noon on July 2. Click here to find a list of current council members and their contact information.
July 4 – Independence Day – As we gather throughout our neighborhood to celebrate our country’s 243rd birthday, please be mindful of the laws concerning fireworks. While it is not illegal to possess fireworks within Davidson County, it is illegal to use them within the county boundaries. Within our neighborhood, homes are close together, and use of fireworks – especially more powerful ones – can lead to injury and even fires. Many of our neighbors are elderly, are veterans, and/or have pets. Fireworks can cause a lot of stress for them, so please be mindful that your fun might not be as much fun to others. It should go without saying that firing handguns and shotguns is also illegal. Be safe, and enjoy the day!
Lastly, for anyone that may need a ride to either the East Precinct or the Metro Courthouse, please feel free to contact me at chairperson@hhneighbors.com.
Gordon Stacy Harmon is the current chairperson of the HHNA Steering Committee.
