Metro Council Approves $527 Million Capital Spending Plan

Nashville invests $527 million in schools, parks, and transportation.

The Metro Council has unanimously passed Mayor Freddie O’Connell’s $527 million Capital Spending Plan (CSP), which focuses on enhancing Nashville’s infrastructure and community services. The plan allocates funds to improve schools, transportation infrastructure, parks, and libraries, while also emphasizing customer service.

Mayor O’Connell expressed gratitude for the council’s support, stating, “By prioritizing schools, transportation infrastructure, maintenance in parks and libraries, and customer service, we are delivering on the priorities that we — along with members of Metro Council — know communities share. This plan continues our focus on making Nashville more affordable and improving quality of life.”

The comprehensive plan aims to address the needs of the community by creating a more sustainable and resilient Nashville. For further details on the specific projects included in the capital spending plan, you can visit Boards and Commissions.

This significant investment is part of an ongoing effort to enhance the city’s infrastructure and improve the overall quality of life for its residents. The approved plan marks a step forward in making Nashville an even more vibrant and accessible city.

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Nashville Commemorates NLC’s 100th Anniversary

Nashville is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the National League of Cities (NLC), an organization supporting municipal leaders. Vice Mayor Angie Henderson and Metro Council Members recently attended the NLC’s Centennial Summit in Tampa, where Council Member Kyonzté Toombs was a panelist and Council Member Terry Vo received an award. Nashville has a long history with the NLC and has hosted several of its events, with plans to host the NLC City Summit in 2026. For more information, visit the NLC’s official centennial website: nlc100.org.