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Memphis City Council approves emergency relief measures, community grants and $2 million for libraries
Summary
On Nov. 4 the Memphis City Council approved a resolution creating the Memphis Emergency Meal Provision and Housing Interim Services, allocated more than $250,000 in community grants for residents affected by the federal shutdown, and approved $2 million for maintenance at library branches.
The Memphis City Council on Nov. 4 approved a resolution to create and fund the Memphis Emergency Meal Provision and Housing Interim Services and voted to allocate more than $250,000 from the community grant program for residents affected by the federal government shutdown, council leaders said.
Council leaders also approved $2,000,000 for maintenance improvements at library branches across the city and announced a temporary relief measure for utility customers. "If you're an MLGW customer, no late fees will be accumulated during this time," said Grama Swearingen Washington, vice chairwoman of the Memphis City Council.
Why it matters: The actions assemble short-term relief for…
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