Board of Commissioners Meeting - August 13, 2026

The Board of Commissioners met on August 13, 2026, at 6:30 PM in City Hall - Massie Chambers. The meeting included public comments, consent agenda approvals, discussion and votes on unfinished business (food truck regulations and athletic fee ordinance), and new business (data center moratorium, youth sports agreement, suicide prevention proclamation). All votes were unanimous.

Consent Calendar

• Ordinance 26-1152 (First Reading): Adopting an official city logo and establishing usage standards. Commissioner Gilmore clarified that the police and fire departments will retain their existing identity (shield, patches, vehicles) and are not required to adopt the new logo. Approved 5-0.
• Ordinance 26-1153 (First Reading): Correcting scrivener's errors in Ordinance 17-911 by revising referenced Municipal Code Title/Chapter to Title 20, Chapter 5. Approved 5-0.
• Resolution 26-1344: Designating Jack Presley as the ADA Coordinator (replacing Adam McCormick). Approved 5-0.
• Resolution 26-1345: Amending Resolution 15-642 to expand collection services with Fox Collections Center. Approved 5-0.
• Resolution 26-1347: Declaring certain property surplus and authorizing disposal by online auction. Approved 5-0.
• Resolution 26-1348: Approving a contract with TDOT for state right-of-way maintenance. Approved 5-0.
• Resolution 26-1349: Acknowledging an application for a Tourism Marketing Grant from Tennessee Department of Tourism. Approved 5-0.
• Resolution 26-1351: Approving an agreement for live video and information sharing with TDOT. Approved 5-0.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Debbie (102 Essex Ct): Asked the Board to reconsider its April 19 vote against the Copper Valley Infrastructure Development District (IDD). She noted the IDD would generate up to $500,000 for road improvements (e.g., a second turn lane on Long Hollow off Main Street) to handle an estimated 200 additional vehicles from new homes, at no cost to current residents or the city. She urged a yes vote, stating "growth pays for growth."
• Kristen Oaks (449 Moncrief): Also urged reconsideration of the IDD vote. She expressed support for the development but only if infrastructure improvements (shoulders, turn lane) are made to ensure safe walking to nearby parks. She described turning left onto Long Hollow from Main Street as "a very dangerous mission" and said the IDD would fund needed improvements without taxpayer cost.
• Unnamed Pastor: Concurred with previous speakers, asking the Board to reconsider and vote yes on the IDD. He referenced speaking with developer Mark Hansen and described the IDD as a "win-win" that would help the city manage growth better than other Metro Nashville suburbs.
• Michael Millener (333 Moncrief): Noted a town hall on August 4 with over 40 residents in support of the IDD. He encouraged the Board to agendize the item for September and vote yes. He cited examples from LaVergne (Waldron Road IDD, 335 homes) and Franklin (Armistead IDD, 835 units) where similar districts were created. He argued that approving the IDD would require growth to pay for growth, consistent with other policies discussed at the meeting (sports fees, sales tax referendum).
• Doug Mabry (411 Moss Trail): Raised three issues: (1) excessive speeding (up to 85 mph) and noisy vehicles on Moss Trail creating unsafe conditions; (2) apparent unpermitted business operations at 427, 301, and 424 Moss Trail (trucks, equipment, overgrown lots); (3) strong marijuana odor from a neighboring property, linked to a resident who recently had an ankle monitor removed. He expressed feeling unsafe and considering moving after 41 years in his home. Mayor Tinnen assured him he would discuss matters after the meeting.
• Richard Pope (former police chief, 1402 Blessed Grove): Spoke against the new city logo being placed on police vehicles or patches. He explained the current police shield design (blue and gold representing Goodlettsville High School, with images of the Bowen Campbell House, Massacre Fort, and city flag) is meaningful and changing it would be a "morale buster." He also noted that city vehicles already display the new logo and it was strange for the logo ordinance to be on first reading after it was already in use.
• John Robertson (President, Goodlettsville Baseball): Opposed the proposed athletic fee increases (ordinance 26-1151). He stated that leagues have contributed over $2 million in city fees over 25 years and questioned where that money goes. He asked for a meeting with leagues to develop a better plan, noting that the fee increase would hurt leagues' bottom lines because they cannot pass the cost to non-residents.
• Chad Mitchell (302 Moncrief): Supported the IDD, stating it is dangerous to walk on Moncrief with pets or children. He asked the Board to reconsider and approve the improvements (shoulders, turn lane).
• Tara Bradshaw (524 Moncrief): Also supported the IDD, noting she has lived in the area since 2001 and has seen significant growth. She said improved infrastructure is needed to keep families safe, especially children biking. She asked for reconsideration of the no vote.

Discussion Items

• Ordinance 26-1148 (Food Truck Operations – First Reading): City Manager Ellis recommended tabling the ordinance for further work, as the proposed language would be significantly revised. Commissioner Walker supported tabling, noting that the current version might restrict food trucks to a seasonal park, hindering success. He previously wanted to deny the ordinance outright to allow a fresh start, but agreed to table it. The motion to table passed 5-0.
• Ordinance 26-1151 (Athletic Participation Fee – First Reading): City Manager Ellis presented the ordinance establishing a $25 participation fee (unchanged) and a non-resident privilege fee (a $5 increase). He recommended an amendment adding a scholarship provision: participation fees and non-resident privilege fees would be reduced on a prorated basis equal to the league's own scholarship reductions, up to 100%. The Board adopted the amendment (5-0) and then adopted the ordinance as amended (5-0).
• Ordinance 26-1154 (First Reading): Establishing an 18-month moratorium on new data center facilities to allow the city time to study and adopt appropriate regulations. City Manager noted there has been no interest in Goodlettsville for data centers, but regulations are needed proactively. Passed 5-0.
• Resolution 26-1346 (Youth Sports Facility Use Agreement): Approving a standard agreement for city-managed athletic fields with approved nonprofit organizations. Commissioner Walker asked about updating the fee schedule in the resolution (current draft showed old fees). City Manager Ellis clarified that fees can only be changed by ordinance, and the resolution will be consistent with the newly passed ordinance. Passed 5-0.
• Resolution 26-1350 (Suicide Prevention Awareness Month): Recognizing September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, championed by Ms. Golberth. Passed 5-0.

Key Outcomes

• Consent Agenda: All 8 items approved unanimously (5-0).
• Minutes: The July 9, 2026 regular meeting minutes were approved as written (5-0).
• Ordinance 26-1148: Tabled (5-0) for further revision.
• Ordinance 26-1151: Amended to include scholarship provision, then adopted as amended (5-0). Effective upon second reading and passage.
• Ordinance 26-1154: Passed (5-0) establishing an 18-month moratorium on data center development.
• Resolution 26-1346: Passed (5-0) approving youth sports facility use agreement with updated fee schedule to be aligned with the new ordinance.
• Resolution 26-1350: Passed (5-0) recognizing September 2026 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
• Public Requests: Multiple speakers asked the Board to reconsider its April 19 vote against the Copper Valley IDD and to agendize the item for the September meeting. No official action was taken at this meeting; the Mayor encouraged citizens to contact commissioners directly.