In 1963, the city of Nashville and Davidson County combined to address the city’s urban sprawl problems. Officially known as “the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County,” the merged body is more commonly referred to as “Metro Nashville” or simply “Metro.” It provides police, fire, power, water, and sewage treatment, among other services.
The Metro government was divided into two service districts when it was created in 1963: the “urban services district” and the “general services district.” The urban services area covers approximately 72 square miles (190 km2) of the former City of Nashville, while the general services district covers the rest of Davidson County.
Within the consolidated city-county, there are six smaller municipalities: Belle Meade, Berry Hill, Forest Hills, Oak Hill, Goodlettsville (partially), and Ridgetop (partially). These municipalities operate on a two-tiered government system, with the smaller municipality often providing police services and Metro Nashville providing the majority of other services. Previously, the city of Lakewood also had a separate charter. However, Lakewood residents voted in 2010 and 2011
Nashville is controlled by a mayor, vice-mayor, and the Metropolitan Council, which consists of 40 members. The mayor–council system is used, with a strong mayor. John Cooper is the current mayor of Nashville. Nashville and Davidson County’s legislative body is known as the Metropolitan Council. There are five at-large council members and 35 council members who represent distinct districts. The vice-mayor, who is now Jim Shulman, presides over regular meetings of the Metro Council. According to the Metropolitan Charter, the Metro Council meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 6:00 p.m.
Nashville is home to the Tennessee Supreme Court’s Middle Tennessee courthouse and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee’s Estes Kefauver Federal Building and United States Courthouse.
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News Summary The FAA has declared a Ground Delay at Nashville International Airport due to thunderstorms, starting at 2:51 p.m. and lasting until approximately 7:59 p.m. This has resulted in...
News Summary Nashville Police are requesting public assistance to identify the driver of a silver Chrysler Pacifica minivan involved in a road rage shooting that injured a 12-year-old girl. The...
News Summary On July 4th, three people were injured in Downtown Nashville due to stray bullets from celebratory gunfire during the ‘Let Freedom Sing’ fireworks display. The events unfolded as...
News Summary A 26-year-old man tragically died in a shooting incident in Nashville’s Parkwood Estates neighborhood, stemming from a rent dispute. The victim suffered multiple gunshot wounds during a confrontation...
News Summary Senator Marsha Blackburn has backed President Trump’s nominations of Mike Dunavant and Braden Boucek as U.S. Attorneys for Tennessee’s Western and Middle Districts. Both nominees are experienced federal...
News Summary During a recent Independence Day celebration in downtown Nashville, three individuals were injured by celebratory gunfire after the Let Freedom Sing! Music City fireworks display. The injured included...
News Summary On July 5, 2025, the Tennessee Lottery conducted multiple draws including Powerball, Cash Ball, and Lotto America, revealing winning numbers and giving players a chance to check their...
News Summary The Tennessee Lottery has revealed the winning numbers for several popular games, including Mega Millions and Cash Ball, drawn on July 4. Players are encouraged to check their...
News Summary The Tennessee Lottery has revealed the winning numbers from the recent lottery draws, including a notable Cash4Life jackpot. The winning numbers for Cash4Life were 07-41-45-51-59 with a Cash...