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 Management and its contractor are asking residents to be patient as collection crews make their way through neighborhoods for pick up. Crews are a half day behind due to the winter storm that suspended last week’s collections. We are making every effort to provide all customers their weekly...Read More about Solid Waste crews running half day behind due to winter storm
Closures: Due to MLGW’s water main breaks, the following City of Memphis services are impacted until further notice: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, Cossitt Downtown Library, Gaston Park Library, and Whitehaven Library will be closed. The Memphis Municipal Courts and City Court Clerk’s Office are also closed. Traffic fine payments and inquiries...Read More about City of Memphis winter weather update (2-22)
The City of Memphis Public Works Division is aware the recent winter storm has increased the number of potholes on city streets. The primary reason for this increase comes from changes in the weather from the ice and snow. Potholes during winter months are commonly caused by recurring, and often...Read More about City‘s strategy to repair potholes after winter storm
Closures: Due to MLGW’s water main breaks, the following City of Memphis services will be impacted on Monday, February 22: Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, Gaston Park Library, and Whitehaven Library will be closed. The Memphis Municipal Courts and City Court Clerk’s Office will also be closed. Traffic fine payments...Read More about City of Memphis winter weather update (2-21)
MLGW: Due to recent water main breaks and freezing temperatures that have caused low water pressure in MLGW’s water system, Memphis Light, Gas and Water has issued this advisory to notify water customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., brushing teeth, drinking), in accordance with regulations of the...Read More about City of Memphis winter weather update (2-20)
We’re facing the unprecedented situation of low water pressure in our homes and taking the precaution of boiling our water. But we’ll get through this challenge together. To make sure some of our most vulnerable residents have safe water, the City of Memphis purchased and delivered 27,648 bottles of water on...Read More about Statement from Mayor Strickland on water distribution
MLGW: Due to recent water main breaks and freezing temperatures that have caused low water pressure in MLGW’s water system, Memphis Light, Gas and Water has issued an advisory to notify water customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., brushing teeth, drinking), in accordance with regulations of the...Read More about City of Memphis winter weather update (2-19)
Closures Due to inclement weather, the City of Memphis will operate with only essential personnel coverage on Friday, February 19. As a result, the following services will be impacted: Memphis Parks, Memphis Animal Shelter, Libraries, Community Centers (excluding warming centers), Permits Office, City Treasury, Office of Business Diversity and Compliance,...Read More about City of Memphis winter weather update (2-18)
6:30 p.m. update National Weather Service We are now under a Winter Storm Warning, which lasts until Thursday evening. Though models vary, the official forecast now is for snow to begin early this morning with 1-2” of accumulation initially. Heavier snowfall begins this afternoon and continues through Thursday morning. Total...Read More about City of Memphis winter weather update (2-17)
Beginning Friday, March 5, at 7 a.m., Monroe Avenue between Front St. and Main St. will be blocked to through traffic until about 3 p.m. that same day to allow for equipment repair at Brinkley Plaza. Local traffic will have access on Monroe St. up to the point of closure...Read More about Part of Monroe Ave. to close for equipment repair
A 3rd Warming Center will open tonight, February 16, at 7 p.m. and run until further notice. Location: Lewis Senior Center (1188 North Parkway) *Due to a burst pipe, we were not able to open Frayser-Raleigh* For transportation please contact OEM at 901-297-1680. Warming Centers are also open at Hollywood...Read More about 3rd Warming Center to open February 16 at Lewis Senior Center
Update: Unfortunately a pipe burst at Frayser-Raleigh Senior Center, so it will not be open at this time as a Warming Center. We will keep you updated when we have a new location. A 3rd Warming Center will open Tuesday, February 16, at 7 p.m. and run until further notice....Read More about 3rd Warming Center won’t open at Frayser-Raleigh Senior Center
Mayor Strickland has signed a State of Emergency Declaration due to severe winter weather. Click below to...Read More about Mayor Strickland signs State of Emergency Declaration due to severe winter weather
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency
7 p.m. update Closures: Due to inclement weather, the City of Memphis will operate with only essential personnel coverage on Wednesday, February 17, until further notice. As a result, the following services will be impacted: Memphis Parks, Memphis Animal Shelter, Libraries, Community Centers (excluding warming centers), Code Enforcement, Permits Office, City...Read More about City of Memphis winter weather update (2-16)
Due to inclement weather, the City of Memphis will operate with only essential personnel coverage on Tuesday, February 16. As a result, the following services will be impacted: Memphis Parks, Memphis Animal Shelter, Libraries, Community Centers (excluding warming centers), Code Enforcement, Permits Office, City Treasury, 311 and 211 will be...Read More about City government operations for February 16, 2021
“As we have been for nearly a year now, the City of Memphis continues to stand ready to help in the fight against this virus in any way we can. Stepping in to help the Shelby County Health Department at the Pipkin Building vaccination site is just another example of...Read More about Statement from Mayor Strickland re: Pipkin Building
9 p.m. update: Closures: Due to inclement weather, the City of Memphis will operate with only essential personnel coverage on Tuesday, February 16. As a result, the following services will be impacted: Memphis Parks, Memphis Animal Shelter, Libraries, Community Centers (excluding warming centers), Code Enforcement, Permits Office, City Treasury, 311...Read More about City of Memphis winter weather update (2-15)
Currently, roads remain in generally in good condition but there are slick areas as snow has moved in. Public Works crews will continue to be ready to respond to weather conditions and deploy snow and ice equipment accordingly. As a reminder, our primary focus remains treating major streets with bridges/overpasses...Read More about City of Memphis winter weather update (2-14)
Currently, roads are generally in good condition. Public Works crews are pretreating roads with brine in advance of forecasted wintry weather on Sunday evening and Monday. Crews will continue to be ready to respond to weather conditions and deploy snow and ice equipment accordingly. Public Works Snow and Ice Operation...Read More about City of Memphis winter weather update (2-13)
The City of Memphis has opened a second Warming Center today, February 13. It will run until further notice. Location: Ruth Tate Senior Center (1620 Marjorie St.) For transportation, beginning at 6 p.m., please contact the Office of Emergency Management at 901-297-1680. Those in need of overnight shelter accommodations should...Read More about City of Memphis opens 2nd Warming Center
The Shelby County Health Department (SCHD) is offering appointments for both first and second doses of COVID-19 vaccines for persons in the current priority groups during the week of February 13 – 20, 2021. FIRST DOSE APPOINTMENTS: Tuesday, February 16 – Friday, February 19, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. What:...Read More about Shelby County Health Dept COVID Vaccinations: Week of Feb. 13 – 20
Public Works: Public Works Snow and Ice operations worked around-the-clock Wednesday and Thursday and those efforts have improved road conditions throughout the city. As of today the main priority routes such as bridges, overpasses, inclines and declines were mostly clear. During the winter storms, Public Works crews received (25) reports...Read More about City of Memphis winter weather update (2-12)
Update at 3:45 p.m.: Our emergency operations team has had no significant changes or calls for service since noon. 4,577 MLGW customers are currently without power across the county. No precipitation forecast for the next 24 hours. Trees and limbs may continue to fall due to the weight of...Read More about City of Memphis winter weather update (2-11)
Overpasses, bridges and streets may be slick throughout the city. Avoid driving if you can, but if you have to be on the road please be cautious. Calls for service reported to OEM as of 10 a.m.: Time Type of Call Disposition 2/10/2021 2300 Ice on overpass A W Willis...Read More about Winter weather update on road conditions
The Warming Center will open tonight, February 10, at 7 p.m. and run until further notice. 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. Those in need of overnight shelter accommodations or food assistance are encouraged...Read More about Warming Center to open Wednesday, February 10
The City’s Public Works Division is closely monitoring weather conditions based on reports of the potential of wintry mix conditions from the National Weather Service. In anticipation, crews are on standby to respond. We are also communicating with local emergency management operations as part of the City’s coordinated preparation efforts. It...Read More about City prepared for potential of wintry mix
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
Based on a Traffic Engineering evaluation, a City ordinance has passed to adjust the default speed limit on all roadways where a speed limit sign is not currently posted. The Division of Engineering has recommended a reduction from 30 MPH to 25 MPH to improve safety in areas with a higher...Read More about “Rules of the Road” ordinance amends speed limit in Memphis to 25 MPH
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
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
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to view the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency
The MPLOY and Memphis Ambassador’s Program lottery for the Office of Youth Services summer programs will be held Thursday, February 4 at 10 a.m. This year’s lottery will be shown on the Memphis Office of Youth Services’ YouTube channel. Lottery results will be posted online on cityofmemphisyouth.org. at 7 p.m....Read More about City announces virtual lottery for MPLOY and MAP applicants
Tiffany Collins, Deputy Director of General Services, will provide an update on the City’s partnership with University Clinical Health to administer second dose COVID-19 vaccinations to Group 1A1. Friday, January 29 at 1:30 p.m. Location: Appling Emission Station 2355 Appling City...Read More about City to provide update on second dose vaccination efforts
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
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency
Memphis Police Department’s former Union Avenue precinct is for sale. The buildings at 1925 Union Avenue comprise the former police precinct and auto repair building as well as a freestanding motorcycle repair building and total nearly 35,000 square feet combined, sitting on 3.65 acres. Three tours of the property are...Read More about MPD’s former Union Avenue precinct for sale
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
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
Construction is set to begin on the Overton Park Golf Course starting Monday, January 18. The final day to play a round before closure is this Sunday. Golfers are asked to call the clubhouse at (901) 725-9905 to request a tee time this weekend. The team from King-Collins Golf Course...Read More about Overton Park Golf Course to close for renovations
PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING of the Economic Development Growth Engine (EDGE) Industrial Development Board of the City of Memphis and County of Shelby, Tennessee Wednesday, January 20, 2021 – 3:15 p.m. THERE WILL BE NO PHYSICAL MEETING Due to the declarations of a State of Emergency by the President of...Read More about EDGE to hold virtual meeting Wednesday, January 20
The Warming Center will open tonight, January 15, at 7 p.m. and run until 7 a.m. at Hollywood Community Center (1560 N. Hollywood Street.) For transportation, beginning at 6 p.m., please contact the Office of Emergency Management at 901-297-1680. Those seeking overnight shelter accommodations should seek assistance from Memphis Union...Read More about Warming Center to open tonight, January 15
“There are many in our community who are hurting. The City of Memphis will, as we always have done, continue to work with County, State, and Federal officials, along with our community partners to address this critical issue. Together, we have provided $20 million in relief funding for those in...Read More about Mayor Strickland’s statement on rental assistance
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency (1-12)
The Warming Center will open Fri., Jan. 8, Sat., Jan. 9 & Sun., Jan. 10, running from 7 p.m. – 7 a.m each night and into the morning. Location: Hollywood Community Center (1560 N. Hollywood St.) For transportation, beginning at 6 p.m., please contact the Office of Emergency Management at...Read More about Warming Center to open Friday, January 8
Due to a reporting error, the Shelby County Vaccinations I listed on Tuesday were off slightly. Below is the corrected information. Daily Cases and Hospitalizations: As you see in the chart below, our numbers of daily cases and hospitalizations continue to steadily rise. Please continue to wear your mask, wash...Read More about Mayor Strickland’s COVID-19 Update (1-7)
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
Over the last several days, we’ve received multiple questions regarding vaccinations. I wanted to give a quick rundown of how things look. First, the national supply chain is the number one limiting factor when it comes to widespread vaccination of the public. Currently, the Shelby County Health Department has no...Read More about COVID-19 Update from Mayor Strickland (1-5)
“I’m sorry to learn today of the passing of Judge Teresa Jones who lost her battle with cancer. I was honored to appoint Teresa to the Memphis Municipal Court, Division One, before she was overwhelmingly elected in October of 2019. A long time public servant, Judge Jones applied her talent...Read More about Mayor Strickland’s statement on passing of Judge Teresa Jones
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency
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
Beginning Monday, December 28, Raines Rd. between Alice Drive and Orleans Rd. will be blocked to through traffic to allow CNIC Railroad to perform emergency repairs to their rail crossing at this location. This closure will run through 5 p.m. Tuesday, December 29. The detour route will make use of...Read More about Part of Raines Road to close for rail crossing repairs
In accordance with the Governor’s Issuance of Executive Order 70 and the Tennessee State Supreme Court Order dated 12-22-2020 In Re: COVID-19 PANDEMIC, the Judges of the Memphis Municipal Courts are suspending in-court appearances effective at the Close of Business December 28, 2020, and extending until the close of business...Read More about In-person court proceedings suspended
The Warming Center will open Thursday, Dec. 24, from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. and Friday, Dec. 25, from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Location: Hollywood Community Center (1560 N. Hollywood St.) For transportation, beginning at 6 p.m., please contact the Office of Emergency Management at...Read More about Warming Center to open Dec. 24 and 25
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
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency
Beginning Monday, December 21, at 8 a.m., Florida Street between McLemore Avenue and Colorado Avenue will be blocked to through traffic to allow CNIC Railroad to perform emergency repairs to their rail crossing at this location. This closure will run through 5 p.m. on Tuesday, December 22. The detour route...Read More about Part of Florida Street to close for rail crossing repairs
The Warming Center will open tonight, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m. and run until tomorrow morning at 7 a.m. Location: Hollywood Community Center (1560 N. Hollywood St.) For transportation, beginning at 6 p.m., please contact the Office of Emergency Management at...Read More about Warming Center opens Wednesday evening (12-16)
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency
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
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
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
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
Beginning Saturday, December 5, Riverside Drive between Georgia Avenue and Beale Street will be reduced to one travel lane in each direction to allow Montgomery Martin Contractors to remove a section of median. The removal will allow additional room for travel lanes during future project phases. The lane closures for...Read More about Construction to begin on section of Riverside Drive
PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING of the PILOT Performance Review & Compliance Committee of the Economic Development Growth Engine (EDGE) Industrial Development Board of the City of Memphis and County of Shelby, Tennessee Tuesday, December 8, 2020 – 10:00 a.m. THERE WILL BE NO PHYSICAL MEETING. Due to the declarations of...Read More about EDGE to hold virtual meeting Tuesday, December 8
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
The City of Memphis Solid Waste management is aware and understands residents’ concerns regarding recent collection delays. Due to the pandemic, approximately 25% of our solid waste crews have contracted the Covid-19 virus or are in quarantine, which has impacted service. As a result of these extensive absences, we are...Read More about Changes to solid waste collection starting Monday, December 7
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
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
Beginning Friday, December 4 at 6 p.m., Chelsea Avenue between Warford Street and Highland-Bayliss Avenue will be blocked to through traffic to allow railroad contractor, AMS Services, to perform a reconstruction to the rail spur track crossing at this location. This closure will be in effect until 4 p.m. on...Read More about Part of Chelsea Avenue to close for railroad construction
The Office of Youth Services will host the annual Memphis Youth Got Talent Virtual Edition on November 30 at 7 p.m. on the Memphis Public Library channel. Participants entered a one minute submission showcasing their talents. 10 finalists were selected to perform in the talent show while gaining the experience...Read More about Memphis Youth Got Talent kicks off November 30
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency (11-17)
Memphis Public Library will celebrate the grand opening of its reconstructed Raleigh Library branch with a virtual ribbon cutting on Thursday, November 19 at 3:15 p.m. It will be celebrated in partnership with the newly constructed Austin Peay police station and Raleigh Springs Town Center skate park which will also...Read More about Memphis Public Library celebrates reconstructed Raleigh location with ribbon cutting
As we approach the holidays, please consider how your plans can be modified to reduce the spread of COVID-19 . Small gatherings are a contributor to the rise of COVID-19 cases. This year, we recommend that you forgo the traditional holiday gatherings and only celebrate in person with immediate family...Read More about Tips to stay safe during the holidays
The Memphis Fire Department responded to an alarm of fire at 3284 Brookmeade Street, Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 8:58 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, firefighters reported fire visible from the one-story, wood frame residential structure. Rescue and Firefighting operations began immediately. Thirteen (13) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS equipment and...Read More about Residential Fires: Brookmeade Street, Vann Avenue, Charleswood Avenue
The Memphis Fire Department responded to a vacant house fire at 2030 Nedra Avenue, Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at 4:24 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. Eleven (11) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS equipment...Read More about MFD responds to Nedra Avenue fire
Coleman Avenue The Memphis Fire Department responded to a house fire at 3233 Coleman Avenue, Friday, November 6, 2020 at 10:18 a.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...Read More about Residential Fires: Coleman Avenue, Cypress Road, and Mud Island Drive
Appleville Cove The Memphis Fire Department responded to a house fire at 188 Appleville Cove, Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 8:05 p.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 equipment...Read More about Residential fires: Appleville Cove, Cortona Place, Laudeen Drive, and Windmeadow Lane
The Memphis Fire Department responded to a second alarm fire at 382 Klinke Avenue, Tuesday, November 3,...Read More about MFD responds to Klinke Avenue fire
The Memphis Fire Department responded to an alarm of fire at 6660 Pondside Circle, Sunday, November 1, 2020 at 12:09 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, firefighters reported heavy smoke visible from the two-story wood frame apartments. Twenty (20) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS equipment and approximately forty-eight (48) emergency response personnel...Read More about MFD responds to Pondside Circle fire
The Memphis Fire Department responded to an alarm of fire at 1366 Mary Jane Avenue, Sunday, November 1, 2020 at 3:57 p.m. Upon arrival on the scene, firefighters reported fire visible from the one-story wood frame residential structure. Thirteen (13) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS equipment and approximately twenty-nine (29) emergency response...Read More about MFD responds to Mary Jane Avenue fire
Mayor Strickland’s Advisory Council on Reimagining Policing (ACRP) was created to develop actionable recommendations to improve the Memphis Police Department. The ACRP will make recommendations to: Improve Transparency Increase Accountability Improve Community Relations Evaluate Excessive Use of Force A series of focus group conversations will be held to capture the...Read More about Reimagine Policing focus group meetings to be held
The Memphis Fire Department responded to an alarm of fire at 1081 Stage Avenue, Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at 5:29 a.m. Upon arrival on the scene, firefighters reported heavy smoke visible from the one-story commercial, chimney repair storage building.Rescue and Firefighting operations began immediately. Eighteen (18) pieces of Fire/Rescue/EMS equipment...Read More about MFD responds to Stage Avenue fire
North Second Street between Marble Avenue and North Seventh Street will be closed to through traffic through Friday, November 6, for sewer pipe repair work. SARP10 – or Sewer Assessment and Rehabilitation Program – brings improvements to the sewer system in Memphis through a series of condition assessment and construction...Read More about Sewer work to affect North Second Street
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency
On Sunday, November 1, Daylight Saving Time will end and Standard Time begins. Memphians will set back their clocks, cell phones and computer devices. The changing of the batteries in your smoke alarms & carbon monoxide alarms are importantchanges that could possibly save lives, prevent injuries and minimize property damage....Read More about Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency (10-20)
The Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development is pleased to announce the launch of Develop901.com, Memphis and Shelby County’s new online home for land use and construction permits and payments, inspection requests, contractor licensing, and development project...Read More about Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development announces launch of Develop901.com
Federal Court dismisses Elvis Presley Enterprises’ (EPE)...Read More about Statement from Chief Legal Officer on EPE lawsuit
FedEx to hold job fair on Friday at the Pipkin...Read More about FedEx to hold job fair on Friday
Latest information on COVID-19 in Shelby...Read More about COVID-19 Update from Mayor Strickland (10-21)
The Division of Engineering is conducting a public outreach effort for the FY 2022 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Re-Surfacing projects. Engineering, in partnerships with Downtown Memphis Commission, Memphis Medical District Collaborative, and Innovate Memphis propose re-configuring the lanes on the street segments listed below. The re-configurations include a road diet...Read More about City conducting surveys, meetings for Madison and Court re-designs
Latest information on COVID-19 in Shelby County....Read More about COVID-19 Update from Mayor Strickland (10-14)
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency (10-13)
The City of Memphis is preparing for the potential effects of high wind and heavy rains beginning Friday night and Saturday morning. Crews are prepping for the storm by inspecting and clearing storm drains, inlets, and checking other essential areas. City streets sometimes experience standing water in some low-lying areas...Read More about City prepares for possible remnants from Hurricane Delta
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency (10-6)
Latest information on COVID-19 in Shelby County....Read More about COVID-19 Update from Mayor Strickland (10-7)
Effective Monday, October 5, municipal courts will resume in-court appearances. Courts will continue staggered scheduling to maintain physical distancing of six feet. If you were scheduled to appear between August 27 – October 2, and have not received a reset notice, please call the City Court Clerk’s Office at 901-636-3400,...Read More about Municipal Courts to resume in-court appearances
Click below for a list of emergency financial assistance programs in Shelby...Read More about Information on Emergency Financial Assistance Programs
Please note, October 3 through Sunday, the City of Memphis website, ePayments, Oracle, and majority of all City applications will be offline/down due to a hardware move. We apologize for the inconvenience and will keep you updated on any changes....Read More about City of Memphis website will be offline this weekend
The latest information on COVID-19 in Shelby...Read More about COVID-19 Update from Mayor Strickland (9-30)
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency (9-29)
The Division of Housing & Community Development (HCD) announced Monday the release of its 2020 State of Memphis Housing Report. This report is a product of a collaborative effort between HCD, Innovate Memphis, Memphis-Shelby County Division of Planning and Development, and multiple partnering organizations. “Since 2016, creating more quality, affordable...Read More about City of Memphis releases “State of Memphis Housing Report”
Weather permitting, beginning on Monday, September 28, and lasting until March of 2021, lane closures on Shelby Drive at Mill Branch Road will go into effect so repairs can be made to the drainage system underneath the road. The closures will change as the project progresses. It is expected that...Read More about Lane closures to affect traffic on Shelby Drive
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency (9-22)
The latest information on COVID-19 in Shelby...Read More about COVID-19 Update from Mayor Strickland (9-22)
The latest information on COVID-19 in Shelby County....Read More about COVID-19 Update from Mayor Strickland (9-17)
The City of Memphis Sewer Assessment and Rehabilitation Program (SARP10) Team will be installing traffic control on Point Church Avenue between Overton Crossing Street and University Street to allow for the installation of new sanitary sewer pipe. This section of Point Church Avenue will be closed to through traffic from...Read More about Sewer work to affect Frayser starting September 21
Huling Avenue will be closed starting Thursday between South Main Street and South Front Street to allow a temporary installation for outdoor...Read More about Huling Avenue to close for installation of dining service
The latest information on COVID-19 in Shelby County....Read More about COVID-19 Update from Mayor Strickland (9-14)
The City of Memphis’ Division of Engineering is hosting an initial public input meeting to present multimodal safety and aesthetic improvements proposed through the Better Jefferson project. The project’s scope consists of a two-mile stretch of Jefferson Avenue from Front Street to Cleveland Street. As a primary corridor from Downtown...Read More about Virtual public meeting announced for Better Jefferson Project
Small Business Stabilization Grants In partnership with City Council, I announced on Tuesday that applications for the City of Memphis Small Business Stabilization Grant Initiative are open and ready for submissions. The application is available online at http://www.memphisbdc.org/grants/. All applications must be submitted completely and with any additional documents that must...Read More about COVID-19 update from Mayor Strickland (9-10)
The City of Memphis is partnering with local nonprofits MIFA, Arts Memphis, and Welcome to Memphis, to distribute CARES Act funding in the form of utility and rent/mortgage assistance and individual financial awards to Memphis residents who have lost income due to COVID-19. Applicants must apply online and provide documentation...Read More about City of Memphis partners with area nonprofits to provide emergency COVID-19 relief assistance
EDGE Finance Committee will conduct their September 11 meeting virtually. Click below for more...Read More about EDGE Finance Committee to hold virtual meeting Friday
In partnership with City Council, I announced today that applications for the City of Memphis Small Business Stabilization Grant Initiative are open and ready for submissions. The impacts of COVID-19 have been felt by everyone, but our small businesses are some of those hit hardest by this pandemic. With these...Read More about COVID-19 Update from Mayor Strickland (9-8)
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click below to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency
In partnership with City Council, Mayor Jim Strickland announced today that applications for the City of Memphis Small Business Stabilization Grant Initiative are open and ready for submissions. “The impacts of COVID-19 have been felt by everyone, but our small businesses are some of those hit hardest by this pandemic,” Mayor Strickland...Read More about City of Memphis Small Business Stabilization Grant Accepting Applications
Today, the Strickland Administration announced the creation of an Advisory Council to Reimagine Policing in Memphis, which is Phase 2 of this work. Phase 1 of this process was to listen to protesters and to make immediate improvements such as adopting the “8 Can’t Wait” principles, improving CLERB, prohibiting no-knock warrants, extending...Read More about Mayor Strickland announces Advisory Council to Reimagine Policing
Mask EnforcementDATA AND ACTIONS FOR SEPTEMBER 1 Received 7 complaints City Mask OrdinanceCode completed 5 inspections based on processed complaints.1 business received warnings. 0 businesses received a summons.0 businesses received a second summonsH.D. Mask and Other ViolationsCode completed 5 inspections based on processed complaints2 businesses received warnings ENFORCEMENT STATUS TO DATE...Read More about COVID-19 Update from Mayor Strickland (9-2)
In case you haven’t noticed—today is 901 Day, Memphis! 901 Day celebrates all things Memphis and begins the launch of our 901 Reasons to Wear a Mask campaign. Join in on the City of Memphis Facebook page and let us know your reason. You may see it as part of our social...Read More about COVID-19 Update from Mayor Strickland (9-1)
Mayor Strickland has extended the State of Emergency. Click here to read the executive...Read More about Mayor Strickland extends State of Emergency (9-1)
Shelby County Health Department COVID-19 Daily Update: August 31, 2020Shelby County COVID-19 CasesTotal Shelby County Cases: 27,587New Cases Today: 120Deaths Total: 382Deaths Reported Last 24 Hours: 4Total Tested in Shelby Count: 255,678Tennessee Total Cases: 153,115As of 2:00 p.m. 8/30/20Other JurisdictionsTipton County, TN: 1,455Desoto County, MS: 4,585Crittenden County, AR: 1,641Numbers current...Read More about COVID-19 Update from Mayor Strickland (8-31)
Poplar Avenue lane to close for widening project Beginning Monday, August 31, and lasting through December 2020, the City’s contractor, Enscor, will close the curb lane of westbound Poplar Avenue between I-240 and Yates Road in conjunction with Poplar Avenue widening in the area. Drivers should expect delays and may...Read More about Popular Avenue Closure (8-31)
Municipal courts suspending in-court appearances Due to the high volume of citizens entering 201 Poplar Avenue, The Walter Bailey Justice Center and in consult with the Shelby County Health Department, Memphis Municipal Courts are suspending in-court appearances effective Thursday, August 27. Click here to read the full...Read More about Municipal courts suspending in-court appearances
City prepares for possible heavy rains from Tropical Storm Laura The City of Memphis is preparing for the potential effects of heavy rains beginning Thursday after midnight. Crews are prepping for the storm by inspecting and clearing storm drains, inlets, and checking other essential areas. Crews are working to clean...Read More about Tropical Storm Laura Update
Yesterday, I announced in partnership with City Council, we contributed $3.5 million in CARES Act funding to MIFA that will go to fund utility assistance programs (up to $200 per participant), as well as programs that offer food, rent and other assistance. I want to make a couple more quick clarifying...Read More about COVID-19 Update
