Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell is at a tipping point in his term, with pressure building to complete several high-profile economic development projects.
Why it matters: Halfway into his tenure, O’Connell is facing high-stakes decisions on several fronts: A racetrack renovation plan, the TPAC facility on the East Bank and an update to Oracle’s River North agreement hang in the balance.
- There’s also scrutiny on how O’Connell handles the Boring Company’s Music City Loop plan, which is being developed in partnership with the state.
Behind the scenes: Leaders in Nashville’s business community have grown frustrated with the perception that these projects are languishing despite being near the goal line.
State of play: The racetrack renovation appears to be the closest to completion, but that project has been a political hot potato in Nashville for about 15 years. Announcing an agreement does not mean the project will be approved by the Metro Council…