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This resolution approves an application for a federal grant to implement a pilot Sobering and Stabilization Center in Nashville. The center aims to provide a community-based response for individuals experiencing substance-related crises, reducing reliance on emergency departments and incarceration by offering a safe diversion option.

A resolution approving an application for a Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use, Site-Based Program grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Beer Board, to implement a pilot Sobering and Stabilization Center to provide a coordinated, community-based response for individuals experiencing substance-related crises and reduce reliance on emergency departments and incarceration by creating a safe, appropriate diversion option.

39 sponsors
Introduced 5/21/2026Government Operations and Regulations CommitteeResolution
Passed 6/16/2026

What it does

  • 1Approval of application for a Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use, Site-Based Program grant from the U.S. Department of Justice.
  • 2Implementation of a pilot Sobering and Stabilization Center through the Metropolitan Beer Board.
  • 3Creation of a coordinated, community-based response to substance-related crises to reduce emergency department visits and incarceration.

This resolution approves an application for a federal grant to implement a pilot Sobering and Stabilization Center in Nashville. The center aims to provide a community-based response for individuals experiencing substance-related crises, reducing reliance on emergency departments and incarceration by offering a safe diversion option.

Affects
Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson CountyMetropolitan Beer BoardIndividuals experiencing substance-related crises

Activity timeline

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  • New document
    Impact 10

    New other: Grant

Legislative history

6/16/2026
Metropolitan Council
The resolution was approved by the Government Operations and Regulations Committee.
6/16/2026
Government Operations and Regulations Committee
Referred without comment
6/2/2026
Metropolitan Council
The resolution was approved by the Budget and Finance Committee and the Public Health and Safety Committee, and recommended for deferral by the Government Operations and Regulations Committee. The resolution is deferred pursuant to Rule 8.1 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council.
6/2/2026
Public Health and Safety Committee
Referred without comment
6/1/2026
Budget and Finance Committee
Referred without comment
5/26/2026
Metropolitan Council
Referred without comment

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