Booming development. Broken budget.
Tennessee has one of the most regressive tax systems in the country. That means our state imposes a higher tax burden on lower-income earners than on higher-income earners.
Tennessee has one of the most regressive tax systems in the country. That means our state imposes a higher tax burden on lower-income earners than on higher-income earners.
The unfortunate truth is that roughly 40% of Nashville residents cannot afford housing.
Before the annual meeting, SUN informed Nashville Soccer Holdings and MarketStreet that the reduction in retail space constituted a violation of the Community Benefits Agreement and demanded immediate corrective action.
The problem is that existing housing, as well as in-progress housing, doesn’t meet the needs and realities of the people who live here. We need jobs that pay wages that meet the cost of living, and the reality is that housing costs an arm and a leg.
We demand that the Metro Nashville government invest in affordable housing now. From the mayor to Metro Council, we know it can be done. The reality is that we can’t afford not to make it happen.
Research shows that eviction filings spike following weather-related emergencies, especially in states like Tennessee, with weak tenant protections. No one should lose their home because they were unable to work, access childcare, or safely live in their residence during a declared emergency.
We need a strong Nashville. One that builds a sustainable future for our children and prioritizes helping residents recover from natural disasters and the unexpected.
We are excited to co-create a vision with you and other community members! Let’s build a thriving city with good transit, affordable housing, childcare, affordable high-quality food, and more.
The transit plan is making a huge investment in our city. But don’t relax yet. There’s still more action, advocacy, and people power needed to bring the necessary transformation that we know is attainable.
As we journey through this transit series, it is essential that we help you understand that the transit plan means more than buses, sidewalks, and traffic lights. Our city has the opportunity to do more – but will it? We can’t afford not to do more.
We will tirelessly and courageously fight injustice and organize our community to take action.