Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell on Thursday released a $514 million capital spending proposal — the first since he took office — with maintenance on basic city services and investments in education as top line items.
More than $100 million would fund upgrades and maintenance at Metro facilities like parks, libraries, fire stations and greenways, according to a news release. Funding would also cover planning and design for new projects, including the Metro Southeast campus (formerly known as Global Mall) and funding for a new public health clinic.
Metro Nashville Public Schools would see $47 million invested in properties throughout the city, in addition to further support for ongoing work at Lakeview, Paragon Mills and Percy Priest elementary schools. Under the plan, which is subject to Metro Council approval, two schools would receive solar power installations.
Transportation
O’Connell’s plan includes $39 million toward keeping countywide infrastructure in good repair.
Proposed investments include: