Concerned Citizens of the Foxland Harbor Marina Project
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Critical Update
THE FIGHT IS NOT OVER!
Mark your calendar: Tuesday, July 8
Location: Gallatin City Hall
Event: Gallatin City Council Committee Hearing on the Foxland Harbor Marina proposal
Time: 6 pm
On Monday night, the Gallatin Planning Commission determined the Goodall Marina plan is a MAJOR change, sending it forward to City Council for final consideration.
What news outlets are not reporting is critical: the initial vote to advance this plan FAILED. The Commission was deadlocked 2-2-2, and no side prevailed. Listen to their discussion HERE
In a troubling and unprecedented move, Chairman Harris misapplied Robert’s Rules of Order, calling for a reconsideration of the failed vote, despite voting on the (No) side, which disqualifies him from doing so as no side prevailed in the tie. That motion was improperly allowed. The commission then voted a second time, this time advancing the plan with a 4-1 vote.
This is a violation of procedural integrity. It is a disgraceful abuse of process and a blatant insult to every taxpaying citizen in this city.
Let us be clear: this is not just about a marina.
This is about 250 boat slips, a restaurant, an entertainment venue, and 113 condominiums - a massive commercial project wedged directly in the heart of our quiet residential neighborhood.
Thank you to every single resident who stood up, spoke out, and showed up to oppose this development. Your voices are powerful, and we must grow even louder. Over 100 of you attended the planning commission meeting wearing red.
Now, the City Council has the final say. We must not back down!
Here is what you can do:
Show up on Tuesday, July 8. Your presence matters. Fill the room. Let them see your opposition. Wear red.
Call and email the Mayor and City Council Members. Demand accountability. Demand transparency.
Spread the word. Tell your neighbors. Share the facts. Do not let them silence our community.
Listen to the meeting recording and stay informed.
The only thing consistent about this project is how often it changes. We cannot afford to be silent or complacent.
The future of Gallatin is being written right now.
Make sure your voice is part of it.
Next Steps
CONTACT YOUR MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL AND
LET THEM KNOW YOU OPPOSE THIS PLAN!
Call Mayor Brown and the City Council here and let them know your opposition to this commercial enterprise in the middle of Douglass Bend, Fairvue, and Foxland neighborhoods.
Our cove can't handle the boat traffic and our roads can't handle the vehicle traffic.
Sign our petition:
https://www.change.org/.../stop-foxland-harbor-marina-110...
Next Steps:
*Be prepared to attend the City Council meeting on Tuesday , July 8 2025 – Your presence matters. Please be there at Gallatin City Hall 6 pm.
- Please wear RED to this meeting to show our opposition to this new plan or email us at update@friendsofoldhickorylake.com for our logo red t-shirt.
- Invite your neighbors and fellow residents – Community voices are essential.
- Share this update – Help ensure others are informed and involved.
- Stay engaged – We will continue to provide timely updates as the project progresses.
Listen here to the June 23rd meeting
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On May 19, dressed in red to show unity, more than 100 members of Friends of Old Hickory Lake attended the City of Gallatin Planning Commission meeting to voice strong opposition to Bob Goodall’s proposed expansion of the Foxland Harbor Marina. The plan includes a five-story commercial dry-dock storage facility, an eight-story hotel, a restaurant, a convenience market, and six condominiums - placed directly in the center of our residential neighborhoods and Foxland Harbor.
The city's planning staff presented their report to the Planning Commission and recommended several modifications to Mr. Goodall’s amendment. You can read the full staff report beginning on page 279 at the link provided below.
Even with the recommended changes, this proposal remains completely unacceptable to the residents and neighbors of Gallatin. Our attorney, Mr. Tom Lee of Nelson Mullins Scarborough and Riley, delivered a thorough statement to the commission outlining the community's concerns and legal objections.
May 19th Planning Commission Meeting
Listen to the May 19 Planning Commission here: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDVg3lWMQow
Public Comments starts at 3:30 ends at 24:40
-Item 17 Discussion Foxland Harbor Marina Amended PMDP Public Comments starts at 1:7:55 ends at 1:33:15
Item 17 Discussion Foxland Harbor Marina Amended PMDP Applicant / Developer Comments & Board Discussion starts at 1:33:25 ends 2:10:35
May 5, 2025 Planning Commission Work Meeting
Monday night, May 5, 2025, developer Bob Goodall’s engineering team appeared before the Gallatin Planning Commission to propose an amendment to their master plan for the Foxland Harbor Marina. The amendment includes a 110-key hotel, 20 condos, a restaurant, a ship-store, additional parking, and updated building requirements for the commercial dry dock structure. A key request was to increase the building height standard from 35 feet to 55 feet for the dry dock facility.
Several members of our team—Mike Schulte, Joseph Slawek, and Debra Maggart—attended the meeting and spoke during the citizen comments portion of the agenda.
Watch or listen to the meeting here: https://www.youtube.com/live/bz4wQqklddg?si=CZHeAEPwerYzm7im - Citizen comments begin at 4:00 - Planning Commission discussions begin at 1:48:00
Take Action
Let your elected and appointed officials know you oppose this project!
Email the City Planning Commission here
Call Mayor Paige Brown & City Council contact info here -
Sign Our Petition
Join over 1500 neighbors who oppose this project and sign our petition here.
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