Memphis City Council approves FY2027 budget, AutoZone Park financing in June 23 meeting
The Memphis City Council approved the FY2027 operating and capital improvement budgets on June 23, along with funding for Overton Park renovations and up to $5 million in financing for AutoZone Park repairs.
City Council — June 23
The Council approved the FY2027 budget ordinance on a 9-1 vote and a related FY2027 budget amendment resolution on a 10-2 vote. A 2026 tax bill preparation resolution passed 14-0.
Members approved a $494,875.31 grant for Overton Park renovations (13-0) and $703,675.20 in Accelerate Memphis funds for road and park equipment and blight remediation (14-0). A $5,000 community grant for Reach Memphis passed 13-0.
The Council also approved up to $5,000,000 for AutoZone Park repairs (13-0) and an honorary street name change (10-0).
Budget Committee — June 23
The Budget Committee recommended the $703,675.20 transfer for road and park equipment and the $5,000 grant to Reach Memphis for Full Council approval. The AutoZone Park $5 million interim financing resolution was moved to Executive Session. Discussion of Tangible Personal Property Taxes was held until July 7, 2026. No final action was taken on the FY27 budget resolution or property taxes in committee.
Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee — June 23
Chief Davis presented crime statistics and ongoing efforts to the committee. Council members asked questions about domestic violence, gun safety, theft, and the roles of the National Guard and ICE. No votes or decisions were taken.
MLGW Committee — June 23
The committee discussed the MLGW Fiscal Consent Agenda and the MLGW Apprenticeship Program. No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded in the minutes.
Pension Board — June 25 (agenda only, minutes not yet published)
The agenda listed a pension fund update by Michael Burose and several retirement resolutions, including spouse/dependent allowances for deceased retirees in Police, Fire, Human Resources, and General Services; a service retirement for Michael J. Granger (Fire Services); a lump sum pension payment of $171,564.51 for Patricia D. Mayberry (Solid Waste); and a reduced retirement for Mark A. Lott (Airport Authority). Minutes have not yet been published, so outcomes are not confirmed.
Public Works, Solid Waste & General Services Committee — July 2 (agenda only)
The committee was scheduled to hear a report on a $643,810 debt obligation for a 2026A Solid Waste Lease to acquire vehicles and equipment, sponsored by the Administration. Council Member Smiley requested an update on City-owned properties available for potential reuse across all council districts. Minutes are not yet available.
Housing and Community Development Committee — July 2 (agenda only)
The committee was scheduled to receive updates on the Hospitality Hub Women's Shelter and Hub North, the Liberty Park Project, and the Historic Melrose Project. Minutes are not yet available.
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