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RS2026-2123ResolutionPassed

A resolution approving an application for an Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency, to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of Emergency Management, to provide funds to subsidize the Emergency Management Program.

This resolution approves an application for an Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency. The grant would provide funds to the Metropolitan Government, through the Office of Emergency Management, to support and subsidize the Emergency Management Program.

Metropolitan Council7/9/2026
54% match
RS2025-1063ResolutionPassed

A resolution approving an Emergency Management Performance grant application from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of Emergency Management, to coordinate, prioritize, and conduct specialty, hazardous materials, and general emergency management training for the jurisdiction’s response personnel.

This resolution approves an application for an Emergency Management Performance grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency. The grant will support the Metropolitan Government's Office of Emergency Management in coordinating and conducting specialized, hazardous materials, and general emergency management training for local response personnel.

Metropolitan Council2/18/2025
54% match
RS2025-1152ResolutionPassed

A resolution accepting an Emergency Management Performance Grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of Emergency Management, to subsidize the Emergency Management Program.

This resolution authorizes the acceptance of an Emergency Management Performance Grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency. The grant will be used by the Metropolitan Government, through the Office of Emergency Management, to support and subsidize the Emergency Management Program. The resolution formalizes the grant acceptance process.

Metropolitan Council4/3/2025
53% match
RS2025-1493ResolutionPassed

A resolution approving an application for a Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of Emergency Management, to expand awareness of emerging trends and deliver the latest and most pertinent training to personnel.

This resolution approves an application for a Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency. The grant will be used by the Metropolitan Government, through the Office of Emergency Management, to enhance awareness of emerging hazardous materials trends and provide updated training to relevant personnel.

Metropolitan Council9/4/2025
53% match
RS2026-1976ResolutionPassed

A resolution accepting an Emergency Management Performance grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of Emergency Management, to subsidize funding for the Emergency Management Program for Nashville/Davidson County.

This resolution authorizes the acceptance of an Emergency Management Performance grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency. The grant will provide funding to support the Emergency Management Program for Nashville/Davidson County, administered by the Office of Emergency Management.

Metropolitan Council5/7/2026
51% match
RS2025-1116ResolutionPassed

A resolution approving amendment two to a grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of Emergency Management, to provide resources for hazardous materials (hazmat) preparedness.

This resolution approves the second amendment to a grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to the Metropolitan Government, specifically through the Office of Emergency Management. The grant provides resources aimed at enhancing hazardous materials (hazmat) preparedness. The resolution formalizes acceptance and implementation of the amended grant terms.

Metropolitan Council3/20/2025
50% match
RS2025-1091ResolutionPassed

A resolution accepting a Homeland Security Grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of Emergency Management, to implement State Homeland Security Strategies by addressing the identified planning, equipment, training, and exercise needs required to prevent, respond to, and recover from acts of terrorism.

This resolution authorizes the acceptance of a Homeland Security Grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency by the Metropolitan Government of Nashville, through its Office of Emergency Management. The grant is intended to support the implementation of State Homeland Security Strategies, specifically addressing needs in planning, equipment, training, and exercises to prevent, respond to, and recover from acts of terrorism.

Metropolitan Council3/4/2025
48% match
RS2026-2003ResolutionPassed

A resolution appropriating to certain accounts for the benefit of the Administrative Department, Office of Emergency Management and Davidson County Sheriff’s Office the amount of Twenty-One Million, Seven Hundred, Seventy-Five Thousand, Five Hundred Dollars ($21,775,500).

This resolution appropriates $21,775,500 to specific accounts for the benefit of the Administrative Department, Office of Emergency Management, and Davidson County Sheriff’s Office. The funds are intended to support the operations and activities of these departments. The resolution has passed through the necessary council and committee approvals.

Metropolitan Council5/22/2026
48% match
RS2026-1891ResolutionPassed

A resolution affirming the establishment of a Metropolitan Emergency Preparedness Working Group and directing the development of a comprehensive emergency preparedness guidebook for Council Members.

This resolution affirms the creation of a Metropolitan Emergency Preparedness Working Group and instructs the development of a comprehensive emergency preparedness guidebook specifically for Council Members. The intent is to enhance preparedness and response capabilities within the Metropolitan Government.

Metropolitan Council3/31/2026
45% match
RS2025-1595ResolutionPassed

A resolution approving amendment one to a grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Department of Finance, to provide for reimbursement of COVID related eligible expenses pursuant to Presidential Disaster Declaration number FEMA-4514-DR-TN.

This resolution approves the first amendment to a grant from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency to the Metropolitan Government of Nashville, administered through the Department of Finance. The amendment provides for reimbursement of eligible COVID-19 related expenses under Presidential Disaster Declaration FEMA-4514-DR-TN.

Metropolitan Council10/23/2025
45% match
RS2026-1798ResolutionPassed

A resolution urging the President of the United States to approve federal assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency for individuals affected by Winter Storm Fern.

This resolution urges the President of the United States to approve federal assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for individuals impacted by Winter Storm Fern. It expresses the Metropolitan Council's support for federal disaster relief to aid affected residents. The resolution was adopted by the council following committee approval.

Metropolitan Council2/10/2026
43% match
RS2026-2096ResolutionPassed

A resolution approving an application for an Assistance to Firefighters Grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Nashville Fire Department, for funding to purchase new equipment to enhance the decontamination, cleaning, and maintenance of firefighter personal protective equipment (PPE).

This resolution approves an application by the Nashville Fire Department for an Assistance to Firefighters Grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The grant funding would be used to purchase new equipment to improve the decontamination, cleaning, and maintenance of firefighter personal protective equipment (PPE).

Metropolitan Council6/25/2026
43% match
RS2025-1396ResolutionPassed

A resolution approving an application for a Fire Prevention and Safety grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Fire Department, to provide funding to support two origin and cause (arson) investigators and the purchase of a Smart Fire Safety Trailer for use in educating the public about fire prevention and safety.

This resolution approves an application for a Fire Prevention and Safety grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The grant would provide funding for two arson investigators and the purchase of a Smart Fire Safety Trailer to support public education on fire prevention and safety.

Metropolitan Council7/25/2025
42% match
RS2025-1224ResolutionPassed

A resolution approving a grant from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Action Commission, to be used for the Emergency Rental Assistance Eviction Prevention Program in accordance with the purposes set forth in Section 3201 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, to provide financial assistance and housing stability services to eligible tenants.

This resolution approves a grant from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency to the Metropolitan Government, administered through the Metropolitan Action Commission. The grant funds will be used for the Emergency Rental Assistance Eviction Prevention Program, providing financial assistance and housing stability services to eligible tenants as outlined in the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

Metropolitan Council5/8/2025
42% match
RS2025-1302ResolutionPassed

A resolution approving amendments one and two to a grant from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metropolitan Action Commission, to be used for the Emergency Rental Assistance Eviction Prevention Program in accordance with the purposes set forth in Section 3201 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, to provide financial assistance and housing stability services to eligible tenants.

This resolution approves two amendments to a grant from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency to the Metropolitan Government, administered by the Metropolitan Action Commission. The grant funds are designated for the Emergency Rental Assistance Eviction Prevention Program, providing financial assistance and housing stability services to eligible tenants as outlined in the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

Metropolitan Council6/5/2025
41% match