Metropolitan Council · Nashville, Tennessee
Emily Benedict
Council Member. In office since September 15, 2023, current term ends August 31, 2027.
Matters they sponsored
A resolution recognizing the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Resolution (Sep 1, 2026)
A resolution requesting the Board of Commissioners of the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA) to make an exception to Policy 33-006 and rename Nashville International Airport as "Dolly...
Resolution (Sep 1, 2026)
A resolution honoring the life and legacy of former Member of Council Jamie D. Isabel.
filed (Aug 25, 2026)
A resolution commending and honoring Brenda Wynn upon her retirement from the office of the Davidson County Clerk.
returned unsigned by the Mayor (Aug 19, 2026)
An ordinance amending Chapter 17.04 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to revise the definition for “Boarding house” within the Zoning Code (Proposal No. 2026Z-015TX-001).
passed on first reading (Aug 18, 2026)
An ordinance amending Section 13.08.080 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative to the use of drones as first responder programs, unmanned aircraft systems and surveillance technology.
passed on third reading (Sep 1, 2026)
A resolution honoring the Nashville Humane Association on the occasion of its 80th anniversary.
returned unsigned by the Mayor (Aug 7, 2026)
An Ordinance to amend Chapter 12.12 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative to right turns on red within the Urban Services District and reporting requirements regarding roadway safety.
referred (Aug 4, 2026)
A resolution appropriating a total of $1,621,095 from the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to Nashville Cares and approving a grant contract between...
approved (Aug 7, 2026)
A resolution appropriating a total of $211,866 from the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to United Neighborhood Health Services, Inc., dba Neighborhood...
approved (Aug 7, 2026)
A resolution appropriating a total of $452,444 from the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to Street Works, dba Today’s Hope, and approving a grant...
approved (Aug 7, 2026)
A resolution appropriating a total of $19,200 from the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to Music City Prep Clinic and approving a grant contract by and...
approved (Aug 7, 2026)
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A resolution appropriating a total of $276,204 from the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to We Are One Recovery and approving a grant contract by and...
approved (Aug 7, 2026)
A resolution accepting the Healthy Start Initiative Grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, to the Metropolitan Government, acting...
approved (Aug 7, 2026)
A resolution approving amendment one to a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to...
approved (Aug 7, 2026)
A resolution appropriating a total of $563,908 from the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, to Meharry Medical College and approving a grant contract...
approved (Aug 7, 2026)
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by changing from RS7.5 to RM20-A-NS zoning for...
referred (Sep 1, 2026)
A resolution recognizing July 18 to August 17, 2026, as South Asian Heritage Month in Nashville and Davidson County.
returned unsigned by the Mayor (Jul 24, 2026)
A resolution honoring the life of Vonda McDaniel and her legacy of service to the labor movement in Nashville and Davidson County.
returned unsigned by the Mayor (Jul 24, 2026)
A resolution commemorating the installation of the 400th ONEBox in Nashville and Davidson County and recognizing the history and growth of the ONEBox naloxone program.
returned unsigned by the Mayor (Jul 9, 2026)
An ordinance authorizing The Metropolitan Government to acquire the fee interest in a parcel of property (Parcel ID No. 13300013500) through negotiation or condemnation for office, warehouse,...
approved (Aug 7, 2026)
An ordinance to amend Title 17 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws, the Zoning Ordinance of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, by applying a Historic Landmark Overlay District...
effective (Aug 28, 2026)
An ordinance to authorize building material restrictions and requirements for BL2026-1482, a proposed Historic Landmark Overlay District to property located at 3411 Albion Street, at the corner of...
effective (Aug 28, 2026)
A Resolution welcoming the Japan National Men's Soccer Team to Nashville and recognizing the friendship between Nashville, Japan, and the Japanese American community.
returned unsigned by the Mayor (Jun 18, 2026)
A Resolution recognizing June 2026 as Black Music Month in Nashville and Davidson County.
returned unsigned by the Mayor (Jun 18, 2026)
A resolution honoring Wallace W. "Wally" Dietz for his distinguished service as Director of Law for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County.
returned unsigned by the Mayor (Jun 18, 2026)
A resolution amending Exhibit A of Ordinance No. BL2022-1170 to adjust the Mixed Income PILOT Program.
approved (Jun 18, 2026)
A Resolution honoring the contributions of Tom Palko of the Department of Water and Sewerage Services upon his retirement.
returned unsigned by the Mayor (Jun 18, 2026)
A resolution recognizing June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth in Nashville and Davidson County.
returned unsigned by the Mayor (Jun 18, 2026)
An ordinance to amend Chapter 2.147 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws regarding the Nashville Entertainment Commission.
approved (Aug 6, 2026)
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