Memphis council approves multiple funding moves, authorizes up to $60 million in stormwater bonds On Jan. 13, 2026, the Memphis City Council unanimously approved a slate of capital, grant and budget measures — including reallocations of Accelerate Memphis funds, park project allocations and an initial authorization for up to $60 million in stormwater system revenue bonds — and granted same-night minutes for several items.

The Memphis City Council just greenlit a groundbreaking $60 million in stormwater bonds, paving the way for major improvements in parks, public safety, and drainage!

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Memphis City Council approves multimillion-dollar park, police and firefighter funding packages The council approved multiple funding measures Dec. 16, including a DOJ grant to the police, $3.9 million for Bellevue Tennis Center phase two, $2.1 million for 10 park projects and $2.6 million in community grants; it also announced a 2% raise for firefighters and funding for female locker rooms.

The Memphis City Council has just approved over $10 million in funding for parks, police, and community support, signaling a major investment in the city's future!

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Council moves Accelerate Memphis funds to parks, restores Chelsea Green Line to CIP after debate Council committees voted to reallocate Accelerate Memphis bond proceeds toward parks and citywide projects and to restore Chelsea Green Line funding into CIP while pressing administration for legal confirmation of a spend deadline and monthly execution updates.

Memphis City Council is making bold moves to reallocate Accelerate Memphis bond funds toward parks while ensuring the vital Chelsea Green Line remains on track—will this balance the city's priorities?

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Memphis City Council announces approvals: park repair grant, senior-program funds and TDOT interchange dollars The council approved $105,000 for David Karnes Park repairs, accepted $60,000 for senior programming and accepted more than $1.7 million from TDOT for the Winchester Drive interchange; the transcript records sponsorship of ceremonial resolutions but does not include vote tallies for those resolutions.

The Memphis City Council just approved over $1.7 million for vital infrastructure improvements and secured funding for park repairs and senior programs – but what else was discussed?

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Come see me at Sea Isle Park today from 10-3!

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Come see me Saturday for some fall fun. I'll have prints and originals and stickers for sale and a free coloring station! There will be so many cool vendors, a showing of wicked, and family fun activities! Don't miss out!

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Memphis Parks outlines budget priorities and youth programming initiatives for upcoming year Interim Director Marsha Allen emphasizes youth programming and efficient budget management for Memphis Parks.

Memphis Parks is redefining its future with a bold budget plan focused on enhancing youth programming and financial stability amid exciting community partnerships!

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Sprink Break Mane this Saturday has been postponed due to weather but I'll still be releasing my new chameleon and shrimp prints in my online shop tomorrow. Everyone stay safe and dry. ⛈️⛈️⛈️

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