City Council votes down permit for new Cordova high school
Superintendent Marie Feagins said MSCS explored alternative sites but preferred the Fischer Steele site because the site is large enough for a comprehensive high school. (Benjamin Naylor/The Daily Memphian file)
City Council members cited concerns about traffic safety around the site as well as hazardous materials and industrial uses at that location in the past.
Related content:
City Council discusses game plan after approval of gun referendums
Topics
Memphis City CouncilBill Dries on demand
Never miss an article. Sign up to receive Bill Dries' stories as they’re published.
Enter your e-mail address
Bill Dries
Bill Dries covers city and county government and politics. He is a native Memphian and has been a reporter for more than 40 years.
Want to comment on our stories or respond to others? Join the conversation by subscribing now. Only paid subscribers can add their thoughts or upvote/downvote comments. Our commenting policy can be viewed here.