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Committee defers CSX bridge preliminary engineering agreement one meeting to await Planning Commission approval
Summary
A resolution to approve a preliminary engineering agreement between CSX Transportation and Metro to facilitate a bridge replacement over CSX tracks on Westdue West Avenue was deferred one meeting after sponsors said Planning Commission approval is still pending.
The Transportation & Infrastructure Committee on Oct. 12 recommended a one-meeting deferral for a resolution that would approve a preliminary engineering agreement between CSX Transportation, Inc., and the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County to facilitate a bridge replacement over CSX rail at Westdue West Avenue.
Councilmember Benedict Porterfield, a lead sponsor, told the committee the item required Planning Commission approval that has not yet been granted and renewed his motion for a one-meeting deferral. Chair Parker called the voice vote; committee members recommended the deferral 9-0.
Why it matters: The proposed agreement would begin formal planning and engineering work for a bridge replacement over active rail lines — a project that requires coordination with the rail owner and land-use approvals. Postponing the measure keeps the item under committee consideration until the Planning Commission completes its review.
Meeting record: The committee recorded a motion for a one-meeting deferral and the tally as "9 in favor, 0 against, and 0 not voting." The record shows the deferral was made specifically to await Planning Commission action.
Ending: The item will return to committee after Planning Commission approval or when sponsors move it back onto the agenda.
