Memorials, Recognition - Forward Creative Commons at Bordeaux -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Charlane Oliver

The resolution formally recognizes the opening of Forward Creative Commons at Bordeaux and its role in fostering intergenerational collaboration, creativity, and community investme

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Purpose and Intent

SR 290 honors and commemorates the opening of Forward Creative Commons at Bordeaux.

It recognizes the partnership between FiftyForward Bordeaux and Creative Girls Rock and the leadership of key organizers.

The resolution celebrates the project as a symbol of collaboration, creativity, and community investment in North Nashville.

Key Provisions and Provisions of Change

Formal recognition by the Tennessee Senate of the opening of Forward Creative Commons at Bordeaux.

Acknowledge the mission alignment of the partner organizations:

FiftyForward Bordeaux: a nonprofit serving adults aged 50 and older with programs for independence, wellness, and community connection.
Creative Girls Rock: a nonprofit focused on empowering girls and women to express creativity, build confidence, resilience, and personal growth.

Highlights the intergenerational and inclusive nature of the space, designed to bring together older adults, youth, artists, families, and community leaders for learning, art, connection, and wellness.

Specific commendation of two leaders:

Sallie Hussey, CEO of FiftyForward.
Charmin Bates, Founder and CEO of Creative Girls Rock.

The resolution states that Forward Creative Commons is more than a physical space; it represents collaboration, creativity, and shared investment in the future of the neighborhood.

Affected Parties and Impact

Primary beneficiaries: residents of North Nashville and broader Tennessee communities through the activities, programs, and partnerships facilitated by Forward Creative Commons.

Organizations directly involved:

FiftyForward Bordeaux
Creative Girls Rock

Indirect impact: promotes intergenerational programming, community engagement, lifelong learning, empowerment, and wellness initiatives in the local area.

Procedural and Timeline Details

Legislative action: Senate Resolution (not a bill proposing new law, but a formal expression of recognition).

Key timeline:

Introduced and referred to, then passed the Senate in February 2026.
On February 2, 2026: Introduced and passed on First Consideration.
February 5, 2026: Passed on Second Consideration and referred to the Senate Calendar Committee.
February 10, 2026: Placed on Senate Consent Calendar for February 12, 2026.
February 12, 2026: Adopted unanimously (Ayes 32, Nays 0).
February 13, 2026: Signed by Senate Speaker and enrolled for signature.

Final action: The resolution was adopted and prepared for presentation, recognizing the occasion and leaders.

Notable Details

The resolution is signed in the context of Tennessee’s practice of issuing ceremonial resolutions to recognize community milestones, partnerships, and civic achievements.

The final clause notes that an official copy should be prepared, with the closing “omitted from such copy” language indicating standard ceremonial formatting.

This SR 290 serves to formally acknowledge the opening of Forward Creative Commons at Bordeaux and to highlight the collaboration between FiftyForward Bordeaux and Creative Girls Rock, including leadership recognition and the broader community benefits of the initiative.

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