County Commission will continue giving grants, despite federal bribery case
The proposal by Shelby County Commission Chair Michael Whaley to place a one-month moratorium on grants made by commissioners was voted down. (Brad Vest/The Daily Memphian file)
A proposed one-month moratorium on the Shelby County Board of Commissioners’ grant program was voted down, but the commission may change how grants are made. There could also changes to the ethics board.
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