What’s inside Germantown’s new $217M budget
Four police officers, flock cameras, replacing officers’ handguns, a 6% increase in pay for city employees, the Houston High installation and more are part of the Memphis suburb’s now-approved budget.
Topic: Germantown Board of Mayor and Aldermen
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June 2023
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May 2023
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Germantown approves Baptist’s rehabilitation expansion plans
Baptist Memorial Rehabilitation Hospital can move ahead with its planned expansion near Germantown’s northern border. The board also updated its tree mitigation ordinance.
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April 2023
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Germantown officials tune into residents’ noise complaints
Germantown is looking at tightening its regulations around property maintenance and noise.
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January 2023
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Colored trees to cast new shade along Germantown Greenway
The art installation usually last between four and six months. Germantown is one of about 30 cities to have the blue trees.
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December 2022
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Germantown approves complicated 3G agreement
Germantown was the first of four government bodies to approve an agreement transferring two of the 3Gs to the suburb’s school system.
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Germantown discusses making mayor full-time
Germantown administration was instructed to study what it takes to make the mayor a full-time position.
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November 2022
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TraVure, Thornwood move towards final stages in Germantown
Two of Germantown’s first projects to utilize Smart Growth zoning are nearing completion.
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No dice: Germantown shops busted for gambling violation
Undercover Germantown police offers found the stores had machines that resemble slot machines.
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Incumbents, joined by Chatham, carry election in Germantown
Mike Palazzolo and Mary Anne Gibson win without opposition. There will be no change to Germantown’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
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October 2022
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Financial contributions contrast candidates in Germantown alderman election
Alderman candidates Scott Sanders and Manjit Kaur are running in the only contested election in Germantown this year. Their campaign financial filings provide the starkest difference between them.
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September 2022
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Germantown to consider final review of two developments
Two large developments in Germantown could be underway soon. The final review by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen is scheduled for Monday.
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Germantown alderwoman Gibson unopposed for Position 2 seat
Germantown Alderwoman Mary Anne Gibson is seeking reelection to the suburb’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen. She is unopposed for her third, four-year term.
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August 2022
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Germantown purchases body cameras for police force
Once the more than 80 cameras and docking stations arrive, Germantown police officers will undergo special training.
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May 2022
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‘Uncertain economy’ a challenge in Germantown budget
Germantown’s $201 million budget had a unique set of challenges compared to recent years. Rather than unknown impacts of COVID-19, inflation was a major concern in preparing the financial plan.
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Under dock and key: Germantown looks to tighten rules for bikes, scooters
Four years ago, bike-share and scooter programs flew into the Memphis area. Now, a proposed ordinance offers regulations for dockless vehicles.
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January 2022
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Germantown makes it official: Huisman named city administrator
Germantown leaders officially confirmed Jason Huisman as the suburb’s city administrator Monday evening. He replaces longtime leader Patrick Lawton.
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December 2021
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Germantown reappoints Gibson vice mayor
Germantown appointed Mary Anne Gibson its vice mayor Wednesday night in a special called meeting.
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Germantown’s new water tower, board pay bump move forward
The board took its first action toward building a new water tower on the eastern side of town. The board also considered raising utility fees.
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Germantown considering water and sewage rate increases
Germantown residents are conserving water, but that comes with a cost to the suburb’s customers. The city’s aldermen will review increased rates Monday.
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November 2021
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Pay raise for Germantown mayor and aldermen advances
Germantown’s mayor and aldermen could see a bump in their compensation in 2025.
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Germantown purchases land for possible sports complex
Germantown leaders are purchasing 46 acres for about $2.5 million. The site may be used for a soccer complex.
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Germantown aldermen to vote on park purchase for potential sports complex
Germantown aldermen heard a final case for purchasing park land on the south side of the suburb. They will review the agreement Monday.
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October 2021
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Germantown exploring pay raise for aldermen
Germantown aldermen are considering a pay raise for themselves and the mayor. The city has also established its 25th commission.
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Germantown approves homes, rejects water tower bid
Germantown approved 50 homes near Forest Hill Elementary School. The proposed water tower in the area has hit a snag related to price.
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Germantown to consider stormwater commission, board pay raise
The stormwater commission idea was brought forward by Alderman Jon McCreery earlier this year and endorsed by other board members. They’ll also discuss a pay hike for aldermen.
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