Nov 28, 2023 - News

Scoop: Mayor O'Connell hires former CM Dave Rosenberg

Nate Rau

Metro Nashville Court House and City Hall — Davidson County Courthouse. Photo: Raymond Boyd/Getty Images

Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell is hiring former Councilmember Dave Rosenberg for a role in the mayor's office, multiple sources tell Axios.

Details: Rosenberg will serve as director of data and innovation. The details of his responsibilities will be unveiled in the coming days.

Why it matters: Improving customer service and modernizing Metro operations are priorities for O'Connell. Rosenberg is well-acquainted with city work after eight years representing the Bellevue area.

Rosenberg, who declined to comment, is the third former council member hired by O'Connell, joining Bob Mendes (chief development officer) and Darren Jernigan (director of legislative affairs).

Flashback: On the council, Rosenberg showed particular interest in homelessness issues, land use and education. He previously worked as a political consultant, specializing in polling and voter data.

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Scoop: Mayor O'Connell hires former CM Dave Rosenberg

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