08/25/26 East Bank Development Authority

The East Bank Development Authority (EBDA) meeting held on August 25, 2026, focused extensively on ongoing and upcoming infrastructure and development projects within the East Bank area of Nashville. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a resolution to allocate $80 million from a $300 million TDZ fund for the design and construction of Marine Drive improvements, with board members emphasizing the need for oversight and staged fund disbursement tied to project milestones. The board also approved a participation agreement with TAC for the design and construction of Victory Avenue, highlighting coordination between multiple agencies and funding splits. Updates were provided on utility infrastructure coordination involving multiple providers, emphasizing the importance of integrated planning to avoid redundant work. The meeting also covered procurement process improvements with the onboarding of a new finance manager to enhance financial transparency and procurement guidelines. Additionally, the board received updates on park and open space projects, including the design and construction of the Seanthaler bridge ramp and the East Bank Park, with scopes and fees being finalized with selected teams. Overall, the meeting underscored the EBDA's role in managing significant public-private partnerships, capital improvement projects, and infrastructure investments critical to the East Bank's redevelopment.