Tax hike, competing redistricting plans top busy City Council day
Memphis City Council chairman Martavius Jones has proposed a tax hike that is backed by budget committee chairman Chase Carlisle in resolution form. (The Daily Memphian file)
The council also takes a final vote on “party bus” regulations and gets a look at a long-term lease of the new Leftwich Tennis Center with the University of Memphis.
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