Bartlett chamber under fire from city’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen
Bartlett alderman David Reaves, also a business owner in the suburb, wants some assurances from the Bartlett Chamber of Commerce before steering the city’s annual donation to the group. (The Daily Memphian file)
Several members of the Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen have expressed concerns about the direction of the suburb’s business chamber.
The board wants the city to hire a dedicated economic development manager to audit the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce and the Bartlett Chamber Foundation before providing any more financial support.
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City of Bartlett Bartlett Chamber of Commerce John Threadgill Alderman David Reaves Alderwoman Monique Williams economic development director Subscriber Only2025 is almost over. Now is the time to support your trusted local news source.
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Michael Waddell
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