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Council approves joint ‘Pre‑K for All’ ordinance after parents and educators urge expansion
Summary
A joint city‑county ordinance to continue and expand a universal pre‑K program passed third reading after several parents, educators and program leaders testified in support of funding and access.
The Memphis City Council on June 24 approved a joint city‑county ordinance to continue and expand a universal pre‑K program, voting to adopt Ordinance No. 5949.
Sponsors and public commenters said the program will expand access to high‑quality early childhood education and ease child‑care burdens for working families. Councilwoman Swearingen Washington, sponsor of the measure, said the committee recommended approval and she moved the…
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