Goodlettsville Board of Commissioners Meeting - July 9, 2026

The Board of Commissioners met on July 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM at City Hall - Massie Chambers. The meeting included prayer, approval of previous minutes, public comments, and action on multiple zoning ordinances, a fee ordinance (deferred), and two resolutions. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except where noted.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Bart Maudrell (3130 Patton Branch Road) expressed support for Ordinance 26-1143 (limited secondary residential dwelling units), stating he wants to build a second home on his 3.5-acre property to keep his family together and that other cities and counties have similar provisions.
• Elaine Barton Peters, CEO of the Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce, spoke during the public hearing on Resolution 26-1342, thanking the board for considering a $5,000 donation. She reported that the Chamber has over 351 members with record engagement and described the Chamber's role as a catalyst for the community.

Discussion Items

• Ordinance 26-1151 (Athletic participation fee): This first-reading ordinance would establish a participation fee and an additional non-resident privilege fee for city athletic programs. Park Director Jennings recommended deferral just before the meeting. Commissioners discussed the need for more time to study the fee structure, understand the figures, and allow communication with athletic leagues. Commissioner Walker stated she had received calls with questions, while Commissioner Anderson noted he had received none. The board voted to defer the ordinance to the next regular meeting and to hold a study session (typically at 5:30 PM) prior to that meeting.
• Ordinance 26-1147 (Board and Commission appointment requirements): Assistant City Manager Julie noted an amendment was at commissioners' desks. Staff recommended approval as amended. The board first voted to accept the amendment, then voted to adopt the ordinance as amended. Both votes were 5-0.
• Ordinance 26-1143 (Limited secondary residential dwelling units): Planning Manager Sean Falzer explained that the ordinance requires a minimum of 2 acres of land and square footage limitations aligned with the underlying zoning district (e.g., about 1,400 sq ft for R-40, no less than 1,000 sq ft if closer to primary dwelling). The item passed the planning commission 7-0. No public speakers during the public hearing. Passed 5-0.

Key Outcomes

• June 11 and June 23, 2026 meeting minutes approved as written (5-0).
• Ordinance 26-1143 (secondary dwelling units) adopted (5-0).
• Ordinance 26-1144 (rezoning 7723 Old Springfield Highway from A to CPUDL) adopted (5-0).
• Ordinance 26-1147 (Board/Commission requirements, as amended) adopted (5-0).
• Ordinance 26-1149 (rezoning Rivergate Parkway and Wade Circle from CSL to RC2PUD) adopted (5-0).
• Ordinance 26-1150 (fence regulations) adopted (5-0).
• Ordinance 26-1151 (athletic participation fee) deferred to the next regular meeting, with a study session to be scheduled beforehand (voice vote, unanimous).
• Resolution 26-1342 ($5,000 donation to Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce) adopted (5-0).
• Resolution 26-1343 (application for a $50,000 Senior Center Grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging, no local match required) adopted (5-0).

Other Highlights

• Mayor and commissioners thanked staff and volunteers for the July 3rd Independence Day celebration, noting weather challenges but a successful event.
• Commissioner Walker reported that In-N-Out Burger will open to the public on July 10, 2026 and expressed hope for community partnership.
• Commissioner Gilmoire recognized John Hancock for 30 years of service and his retirement.
• Commissioner Anderson noted that the fire department’s BBQ event sold out all three days, raising over $30,000 for children’s Christmas programs, with donations from Tyson.