Highlights from Mayor Freddie O'Connell's State of Metro Address and proposed budget for fiscal year 2026

Highlights from Mayor Freddie O'Connell's State of Metro Address and proposed budget for fiscal year 2026

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — In the State of Metro Address, Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell is dedicating millions across several areas, including resources for first responders and public schools. O'Connell mentioned allocations in his recommended budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which includes a $49.6 million investment in resources for first responders. The Metro Nashville Police Department will receive $24.7 million. RELATED | ‘I’m n…

O'Connell presents budget with increased property taxes - Nashville Banner

Mayor Freddie O’Connell delivers his State of Metro address at the Grand Reading Room of the Downtown Public Library on Thursday. Credit: Martin Cherry / Nashville BannerFormer Nashville Mayor John Cooper chats with Metro Legal Director Wally Dietz ahead of the State of Metro address. Credit: Martin Cherry / Nashville BannerAnti-tax protesters gather outside the Main Library during the Mayor’s speech at the Downtown Public Library. Credit: Marti…

Nashville mayor outlines priorities — and a tax increase — in State Of Metro speech

Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell struck an aspirational tone in his State of Metro address on Thursday morning, painting a picture of a city with forward momentum and a reliable local government. “The State of Metro today is where many cities would like to be,” O’Connell said. “With the 2026 budget, we’re continuing to invest in us by focusing on delivering the fundamentals that touch the lives of our residents every day, on continuing what wor…