Councilmember Deonté Harrell, District 8

04/09/2026

Session 2 is this Saturday at the Bellevue Community Center at 1pm!

04/08/2026

FREE EXPUNGEMENT CLINIC THIS WEEK

Your Second Chance Opportunities Start Here!!
The Urban League of Middle Tennessee (ULMT), in partnership with the office of Howard Gentry, Criminal Court Clerk, St. Luke’s Church, Church of the Messiah, and the Metropolitan Development & Housing Agency (MDHA)
Invite you to attend:

📆 Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 10 am-2 pm
📍 St. Luke’s Primitive Baptist Church
135 Lewis Street
Nashville, TN 37210

✔️ Learn if you qualify for expungement
✔️ Receive guidance on the expungement process
✔️ Take steps toward better employment and housing opportunities

Expungement can help remove barriers and create new pathways to success.
For additional information, contact: Harold Simpson, Director of Workforce Development and Programming at 615-254-0525 or [email protected]

04/07/2026

We are still looking for District 8 neighbors to participate in the Citizen’s Water Academy. It is not too late to join!

The Citizens Water Academy Program is an opportunity to learn about the various functions and processes of Metro Water Services. We visit the treatment plants and laboratory and hear from leaders across all sections of MWS.

The Spring 2026 in-person sessions will be held on:
Tuesday, April 21; 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. - “Imagine a Day Without Water” at the K.R. Harrington Water Treatment Plant
Thursday, April 23; 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. - “Protecting the Environment” at the Whites Creek Water Reclamation Facility
Tuesday, April 28; 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. - “A Sustainable Future” at the Biosolids Facility
Thursday, April 30; 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. - “Protecting Public Health” at the MWS Research and Analytical Laboratory
Tuesday, May 5; 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. - “The Value of Water” at the Omohundro Water Treatment Plant

By popular demand, the Citizen’s Water Academy application deadline has been extended! Be sure to apply before April 3rd.

Don't miss out! Apply today at nashvillemws.info/cwa or send this along to the water enthusiasts in your life.

04/06/2026

Tag an in-home childcare provider (or aspiring to be).
They say it takes a village so let’s build one together 👶🏾🏡
Join us April 18 for Bridge 2 Solutions a childcare panel designed for aspiring in home providers looking to get licensed and gain clarity on the process.

🗓 April 18
⏰ 2 to 4 PM
📍 Bridging the Gap Learning Center

Light refreshments provided

Also in attendance Metro Codes Administration, Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office, Metro Public Health Department, Karamu Nutrition Program, & Minds Matter

Pull up ask questions and get the clarity you need to move forward

RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/equityalliance/event/928405/

04/06/2026

04/06/2026

We look forward to welcoming you to the April 7th meeting.
Join us at the Historic Courthouse & City Hall at One Public Square or watch live here: stream.nashville.gov.
Agenda: https://tinyurl.com/Agenda040726
Public Comment Information: Nashville.gov/PublicComment

04/01/2026

04/01/2026

03/31/2026

The United States Postal Service announced changes to the application of postmarks that may affect whether certain Tennessee tax filings mailed to us are considered timely. Read more about how this affects the filing and payment of Tennessee taxes here:https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/revenue/documents/notices/general/general26-09.pdf

03/28/2026

Good afternoon! I am the current Chair of the Metro Council’s Budget and Finance Committee. I have served on the committee my entire time on Council, 6 and a half years. This is my 2nd time serving as Chair. I have served as Vice-Chair three times. I hold a JD with a Law and Business Certificate, an MBA in Finance and Strategy, and a Master’s Degree in Tax Law. I know finance, and I am well versed in the city’s budget. I want you to be well versed as well.The first of a 4-part education series takes place on Saturday, March 28th, at 1:30pm at the Bordeaux Library. Lunch will be provided (first come, first served), and there will be door prizes. I’ll see you there!