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Memphis City Council confirms Melvin Jamerson as general services director, names Colin Burris fire chief
Memphis City Council · November 5, 2025
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The council unanimously confirmed Melvin Jamerson as director of general services and Colin Burris as director of fire services, with mayoral endorsement and brief remarks from both appointees.
The Memphis City Council unanimously confirmed Melvin Jamerson as director of general services and Colin Burris as director of fire services on Nov. 4.
Mayor Jim Young urged the council to approve Jamerson, noting Jamerson’s 25 years of municipal service. “He’s been dedicated to this city for 25 years,” the mayor said, asking…
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