Opinion: Environmental court seeks a ‘renewed commitment to community vitality’
Environmental Court Judge Patrick Dandridge says poverty is a long-standing problem with the court’s proceedings. (The Daily Memphoan file)
Patrick Dandridge
Patrick Dandridge is the presiding judge for Shelby County General Sessions Criminal Court, Division 14, more commonly known as Environmental Court.
“Let’s all step up and take action. Let’s become resolute in our commitment to address and solve blight issues, to work collaboratively towards solutions.”
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