Bailey: Suggested change in Lakeland government deserved more details
Lakeland Commissioner Connie McCarter did finally present her idea. (Benjamin Naylor/The Daily Memphian file)
Clay Bailey
Clay Bailey, a lifelong Memphian, has worked as a reporter in the city four decades. He concentrated on suburban coverage for the bulk of his career, except for a stint as sports editor of The Daily Memphian when it launched in September 2018. He now is suburban editor and also serves as a freelance sports writer for The Associated Press.
Lakeland Commissioner Connie McCarter asked for a discussion on the city’s agenda Thursday night regarding a potential bombshell. Not just your basic approval of the minutes or covering the cost of new public-works equipment.
The item, No. 11 on the regular agenda, stated: “Discussion and Possible Action – changing Lakeland’s form of government.”
That’s the kind of thing that will get your attention and make you want to know more.
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