At Tonight's Council Meeting: Camera Surveillance Guidelines, Historical Zoning Commission

by Megan Podsiedlik, The Pamphleteer, March 18, 2025 -During this evening’s meeting, Nashvillians can expect to hear opposition for Councilmember Rollin Horton’s camera surveillance guidelines during the public comment period and should strap in for an extensive public hearing regarding Councilmember Emily Benedict’s historic zoning bill.

In December, the council voted down the Fusus contract that would have allowed Nashvillians to voluntarily integrate their security cameras into Metro Nashville Police Department’s network. Though Horton’s legislation wouldn’t officially establish an agreement between the tech company and MNPD, it’s expected to revive if his bill passes during tonight’s meeting.

As for Benedict’s bill, between the legislation’s rewrite and state pressure, the council seems primed to place the Historic Zoning Commission under the purview of Metro’s Planning Department. Before making their final decision, they will hear from several people for and against the change during third reading. The Coalition For Nashville Neighborhoods plans to show up to oppose the bill. Several developers and residents voiced their support during both special commission meetings held a few weeks ago. (link) 

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