The Memphis City Council has given final approval to one of three oil pipeline-regulating ordinances before them today, stemming from the #ByhaliaPipeline fight. The council has the other two on tonight's agenda up for a final vote. Discussion on the second is happening now.

Before its cancellation, the #ByhaliaPipeline would have traversed the Davis Wellfield where MLGW pumps drinking water. This ordinance adds a Wellhead Protection Overlay District restricting what can be built in the area without special approval.

The second discussion is over a joint-ordinance with the county commission that would require 1500 feet between oil pipelines and residential areas. It's receiving hesitation, unlike the first ordinance. Some councilmembers worry it's excessive, legally vulnerable.