26-162: Human Relations Commission Consideration of nominees to fill one vacancy on the Commission with a term expiring April 18, 2027, with an election to be held at the October 6, 2026 Council meeting. · Christy Borthick nominated by CM Eslick

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Human Relations Commission Consideration of nominees to fill one vacancy on the Commission with a term expiring April 18, 2027, with an election to be held at the October 6, 2026 Council meeting. · Christy Borthick nominated by CM Eslick

Summary

The Nashville Metropolitan Council announced one vacancy on the Metropolitan Government’s Human Relations Commission following Ben Tran’s resignation on July 6, 2026. Under Metro Code §2.132.030, the Council will elect a replacement. Applicants must have lived in Davidson County for at least one year before appointment and remain county residents during their service. Commissioners serve three-year terms, subject to limits on consecutive service. Under Council Rule 50, nominations will be made September 1, 2026; nominees must appear before the Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee on September 15 or be removed from consideration. The Council will hold the election October 6, 2026.