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Memphis 3.0 Comprehensive Plan honored by Congress for the New Urbanism with 2021 Charter Award

Posted on May 6, 2021

Memphis 3.0, the City of Memphis’ first comprehensive plan for growth since 1981, has been selected by Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU) for a 2021 Charter Award in the Metropolis, City, and Town category. CNU’s Charter Awards are recognized as the nation’s top award for urban design, placemaking, and...Read More about Memphis 3.0 Comprehensive Plan honored by Congress for the New Urbanism with 2021 Charter Award

Chief Cerelyn “CJ” Davis Q & A

Posted on April 30, 2021

Memphians were offered the opportunity to ask the incoming police chief, Cerelyn “CJ” Davis, questions about her law enforcement experience and philosophy. The Q&A was moderated by executive director of the NAACP, Memphis branch, Vickie Terry, and live streamed Friday, April 30. Please click below to see all questions...Read More about Chief Cerelyn “CJ” Davis Q & A

A Budget to Stabilize

Posted on April 20, 2021

Thank you, Chairman Colvett and members of the Council. The last time I presented you with an operating budget, I had hopes that we would be in a much different situation by now, both from a financial and public health standpoint. In what feels like ten years ago, I remember...Read More about A Budget to Stabilize

City and County to distribute $28.2 million toward emergency rental and utility assistance program

Posted on April 20, 2021

The Emergency Rental & Utility Assistance Program, a new program aimed at helping renters in Shelby County, will help thousands of households that are behind on rent and utilities or facing eviction as a result of Covid-19.  The U.S. Department of Treasury has granted a total of $28.2 million to...Read More about City and County to distribute $28.2 million toward emergency rental and utility assistance program

City entering third year of Shared Mobility Program, invites companies to apply, renew

Posted on April 13, 2021

The City of Memphis invites shared mobility operators to apply for permission to operate in Memphis. For the third year of the Shared Mobility Program, the City seeks to permit two to four operators, and a cumulative fleet of up to 2,000 shared mobility devices. The City reserves the right...Read More about City entering third year of Shared Mobility Program, invites companies to apply, renew

Memphis Public Library Named Finalist for 2021 IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service

Posted on March 18, 2021

The Institute of Museum and Library Services announced Thursday that the Memphis Public Libraries is among 30 finalists for the 2021 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. Memphis Public Libraries is the only institution in Tennessee to be selected as a finalist for this award. The National Medal is...Read More about Memphis Public Library Named Finalist for 2021 IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service

Memphis/ Shelby County Division of Planning launches development process for Innovation Corridor

Posted on March 16, 2021

The Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development will host a virtual public meeting at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 18 to formally begin the process to create a transit-oriented development plan for the Memphis Innovation Corridor. Meeting registration is online at https://bit.ly/MemphisInnovationTOD. The Memphis Innovation Corridor includes...Read More about Memphis/ Shelby County Division of Planning launches development process for Innovation Corridor

Not an awareness day; state legislature honors advocacy achievements of Tennesseeans with disabilities

Posted on March 11, 2021

The 112th General Assembly will proclaim March 11th 2021, “Disability Advocacy Day” in Tennessee, the Tennessee Disability Coalition (TDC), an alliance of over 40 member organizations and individuals advocating for Tennesseans with disabilities announced today. Joint House Resolution 188, introduced by Representative Sam Whitson of District 65, Franklin, honors “the...Read More about Not an awareness day; state legislature honors advocacy achievements of Tennesseeans with disabilities

City launches ISB Dashboard to answer public concerns of transparency involving MPD personnel

Posted on March 11, 2021

As part of Mayor Strickland’s commitment to ensure transparency and accountability,  the Memphis Police Department Inspectional Services Bureau (ISB) dashboard was developed to provide easy access to information and inspire confidence in the men and women of the Memphis Police Department. The dashboard grew from requests made by the public...Read More about City launches ISB Dashboard to answer public concerns of transparency involving MPD personnel

BlueCross Foundation Selects Two Additional COVID-19 Campaigns for Funding

Posted on March 10, 2021

(BCBST News Center) The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation has selected two additional organizations for funding from its COVID-19 vaccine campaign RFP. The program, announced in January, provides funding to leverage local knowledge, expertise, resources and relationships to increase vaccinations within communities. The foundation will provide funding to these organizations:...Read More about BlueCross Foundation Selects Two Additional COVID-19 Campaigns for Funding

City of Memphis will re-open senior centers March 15

Posted on March 9, 2021

The City of Memphis will re-open its senior centers Monday, March 15, for scheduled activities and sessions that fall under Memphis Parks core services of Health, Fitness and Wellness; Cultural Arts and Expression; Education, and Character Development. Class sizes are limited, and registration is required. Interested participants should call the senior...Read More about City of Memphis will re-open senior centers March 15

ParkMobile 6-month pilot program initiated to promote prime parking turnover

Posted on March 8, 2021

The City of Memphis, in coordination with the Downtown Memphis Commission, is partnering with ParkMobile and Premium Parking to provide mobile parking payments on select city blocks in the Edge District and Downtown.  The pilot program will begin on March 15, 2021, with the initial focus on Monroe Avenue between...Read More about ParkMobile 6-month pilot program initiated to promote prime parking turnover

Memphis and Shelby County Emergency Rent and Utility Assistance Program — frequently asked questions

Posted on March 1, 2021

Program Overview The U.S. Department of Treasury has granted a total of $28.2 million to the City of Memphis and Shelby County (including 19.6 million to the City and 8.6 to the County) to administer the Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) program. The program will provide Shelby County residents direct financial...Read More about Memphis and Shelby County Emergency Rent and Utility Assistance Program — frequently asked questions

Community Centers reopening March 1

Posted on March 1, 2021

The City of Memphis will start to re-open its community centers starting Monday, March 1. Bert Ferguson, Cunningham, Douglass, Gaisman, Hickory Hill, Orange Mound, Pine Hill, and Whitehaven will now open Mondays– Fridays 8 a.m.– 5 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m.– 2 p.m. for scheduled classes and programs that fall under...Read More about Community Centers reopening March 1

Residential Fires: Franks Ave, Wellington St, Dexter Ave, Beaverlodge Dr, Aden St, Norfleet Ave

Posted on February 8, 2021

The Memphis Fire Department responded to a vacant house fire at 46 W. Frank Avenue, Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 12:49 a.m. Upon arrival on the scene, firefighters reported heavy fire visible from the one-story wood frame residential structure. Rescue and Firefighting operations began immediately. Fifteen (15) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS...Read More about Residential Fires: Franks Ave, Wellington St, Dexter Ave, Beaverlodge Dr, Aden St, Norfleet Ave

Notice to consulting firms regarding request for qualifications for Beltline Project

Posted on February 4, 2021

Allworld Project Management, LLC seeks to retain the services of a professional engineering consulting team to provide planning, engineering, design, and evaluation services related to the preparation of concept design plans for the Beltline Green Infrastructure Project (“Project”). Click below to view PDF...Read More about Notice to consulting firms regarding request for qualifications for Beltline Project

Solid Waste collection schedules to change for more than 22,000 Memphis households in contracted area

Posted on February 4, 2021

The City of Memphis Division of Solid Waste Management will soon implement a new route schedule for garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection in the contracted area. The recent de-annexation of parts of Cordova, coupled with growth patterns in the affected area, created the need to rebalance routes to improve...Read More about Solid Waste collection schedules to change for more than 22,000 Memphis households in contracted area

Warming Center to open January 27

Posted on January 27, 2021

The Warming Center will open Wednesday, January 27, and run from 7 p.m. – 7 a.m. Location: Hollywood Community Center (1560 N. Hollywood St.) For transportation, beginning at 6 p.m., contact the Office of Emergency Management at: 901-297-1680. For overnight shelter accommodations, please contact Memphis Union Mission (383 Poplar Avenue,)...Read More about Warming Center to open January 27

A Time to Invest in Memphis

Posted on January 21, 2021

Good evening, and thank you for joining me virtually tonight. I’m delivering my speech to you this evening from the newly transformed Renasant Convention Center. From what was a tired, outdated building, a new state-of-the-art space has been constructed that every Memphian should be proud of and every visitor will...Read More about A Time to Invest in Memphis

City of Memphis to partner with Kroger Delta Division Distribution Center

Posted on January 19, 2021

The City of Memphis and Kroger are excited to announce a new partnership that will focus on second chances for those in our community who need them most. For participants who have completed either Mayor Strickland’s Manhood University or Women Offering Women Support (WOWS) program, Kroger has agreed to give...Read More about City of Memphis to partner with Kroger Delta Division Distribution Center

Structure Fires: Steve Road, Brookhaven Circle, Old Dominion Drive, Tully Street

Posted on January 6, 2021

The Memphis Fire Department responded to an alarm of fire at 3361 Steve Road, Saturday, January 2, 2021 at 10:19 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, firefighters reported fire visible from the two-story wood frame apartments. Twenty (20) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS equipment and approximately fifty-one (51) emergency response personnel ultimately...Read More about Structure Fires: Steve Road, Brookhaven Circle, Old Dominion Drive, Tully Street

Residential Fires: Brooklawn Drive, Claybrook Street, University Street

Posted on December 30, 2020

The Memphis Fire Department responded to a house fire at 8360 Brooklawn Drive, Monday, December 28, 2020 at 8:03 a.m. Upon arrival on the scene, firefighters reported smoke visible from the two-story wood frame residential structure. Rescue and Firefighting operations began immediately. Eleven (11) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS equipment and approximately...Read More about Residential Fires: Brooklawn Drive, Claybrook Street, University Street

Residential Fires: Wayfarer Circle, Hubbard Avenue, Deerwood Avenue, Rosita Circle, Denver Street

Posted on December 23, 2020

The Memphis Fire Department responded to an alarm of fire at 5172 Wayfarer Circle, Saturday, December 19, 2020 at 10:37 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, firefighters reported heavy fire visible from the two-story wood frame apartments. Rescue and Firefighting operations began immediately. Fifteen (15) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS equipment and...Read More about Residential Fires: Wayfarer Circle, Hubbard Avenue, Deerwood Avenue, Rosita Circle, Denver Street

Alliance Healthcare Services earns innovation award for CARE Team Model

Posted on December 14, 2020

Alliance Healthcare Services was recently awarded the Tennessee Association of Mental Health Organizations Innovation Award for their CARE Program (Crisis Assessment Response to Emergencies). The CARE program, in partnership with the City of Memphis Police and Fire departments, responds to people in crisis who also have mental health issues. Oftentimes,...Read More about Alliance Healthcare Services earns innovation award for CARE Team Model

Residential Fires: Kirkcaldy Road, Dunmoor Road, Eastman Road, Gotten Street, Sunnyslope Drive

Posted on December 14, 2020

The Memphis Fire Department responded to an alarm of fire at 3068 Kirkcaldy Road, Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 2:58 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, firefighters reported smoke visible from the one-story wood frame residential structure. Rescue and Firefighting operations began immediately. Fourteen (14) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS equipment and...Read More about Residential Fires: Kirkcaldy Road, Dunmoor Road, Eastman Road, Gotten Street, Sunnyslope Drive

Applications open for MPLOY Youth Summer Experience & Memphis Ambassadors Program

Posted on December 8, 2020

The City of Memphis Office of Youth Services has started the application period for the MPLOY Youth Summer Experience and Memphis Ambassadors Program (MAP). Applicants will be chosen through a lottery system and compensated based on age group and education level. To be eligible for the MPLOY Youth Summer Experience...Read More about Applications open for MPLOY Youth Summer Experience & Memphis Ambassadors Program

Traffic signal (Royal Ave. and Thomas St.) being evaluated for removal

Posted on December 7, 2020

The traffic signal at the intersection of Royal Ave. and Thomas St. is being evaluated for removal. It is recommended that traffic signal removal be considered for any signalized intersection not meeting 50% of the requisite Traffic Signal Warrants documented in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). The...Read More about Traffic signal (Royal Ave. and Thomas St.) being evaluated for removal

Residential Fires: E. Davant Avenue and W. Mitchell Road

Posted on December 4, 2020

The Memphis Fire Department responded to a house fire at 209 W. Mitchell Road, Friday, December 4, 2020 at 1:19 a.m. Upon arrival on the scene, firefighters reported heavy smoke visible from the one-story wood-frame residential structure. Rescue and Firefighting operations began immediately. Fourteen (14) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS equipment and...Read More about Residential Fires: E. Davant Avenue and W. Mitchell Road

Residential Fires: Holmes Street, McMillan Street, Cassie Avenue, McKellar Avenue, Little Brook Circle

Posted on December 2, 2020

The Memphis Fire Department responded to a house fire at 815 N. Holmes Street, Monday, November 30, 2020 at 3:15 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, firefighters reported smoke visible from the one-story wood-frame residential structure. Rescue and Firefighting operations began immediately. Thirteen (13) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS equipment and approximately...Read More about Residential Fires: Holmes Street, McMillan Street, Cassie Avenue, McKellar Avenue, Little Brook Circle

International Assoc. of Chiefs of Police seeks feedback regarding next director of MPD

Posted on December 1, 2020

The City of Memphis has hired the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) to conduct an executive search for the next Director of the Memphis Police Department.  The Director of Police Services is a highly visible and influential leader, impacting many aspects of the community. Community members, police leaders, and elected...Read More about International Assoc. of Chiefs of Police seeks feedback regarding next director of MPD