July 4 garbage collection
The City of Memphis garbage collection will be delayed due to the July 4 holiday.
Mayor Paul Young Joins the Mayors for Parks Coalition
Memphis, TN. Mayor Paul Young joined the Mayors for Parks Coalition, a coalition managed by City Parks Alliance. The national bipartisan coalition was created in 2013 and includes mayors from large and small cities across the country who advocate for increased federal funding for our nation’s urban parks. The Coalition is chaired by Fort Worth, TX Mayor Mattie Parker.
Midtown Traffic Alert
Effective immediately, Morrison Avenue between Madison and Court will be closed during business hours for approximately two weeks due to a sewer repair project.
Juneteenth Closures
On June 19, all Memphis Public Libraries, city pools, community centers, and senior centers will be closed in observance of Juneteenth. If your trash day is Wednesday, it will be picked up on Thursday.
Traffic Alert: White Station Road
White Station Road between Park Avenue and Poplar Avenue will be closed to through traffic on Monday, June 17, 2024, from 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. to allow Norfolk Southern Railroad to repair the railroad tracks crossing White Station Rd.
Traffic Alert: Walnut Grove Road at Farm Road
Construction will occur at Walnut Grove at Farm Rd affecting vehicle, bike, and pedestrian traffic. The construction is connected to pedestrian and bicyclist safety improvements.
Dumpster Day
Do you want to get rid of old junk? We can take your litter and unwanted items. Our next City of Memphis Dumpster Day Cleanup will occur on June 8, at 940 Early Maxwell Blvd, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Entrance is off Central Avenue. This event is for city residents.
Memphis 3.0 Comprehensive Plan Five-Year Update to Focus on Zoning and New Community Investments
The City of Memphis is proud to announce the launch of the five-year update for the Memphis 3.0 Comprehensive Plan. The plan aims to prioritize “building up, not out,” directing growth towards established neighborhoods throughout the city
Memphis Animal Services Closed for Maintenance
Due to HVAC system repairs, Memphis Animal Services will be closed to the public on Thursday, May 30. Essential team members will be on-site to ensure all animals continue to receive excellent care. There will be no medical procedures scheduled on this day.
Memorial Day Closures
In observance of Memorial Day, all Memphis Public Libraries and Community, Senior, and Aquatics Centers will be closed on May 27.
Memorial Day Holiday Collection Schedule
This is just a friendly reminder to Memphis residents that Memorial Day is Monday, May 27. Because of this observance, trash will not be collected.
Memphis first citywide fiber network
MEMPHIS, TN, April 30, 2024 – In a major step toward transforming Memphis into the nation’s
most digitally-equitable large city, Mayor Paul Young today broke ground on Memphis’ first
citywide fiber network.
Heights Line Grand Opening
Please join us on April 26 at 2:00 pm to celebrate the grand opening of The Heights Line, a unique linear park that was once a trolley line. The event will take place at 761 National Street. Through the Accelerate Memphis initiative, this neighborhood-led project has transformed a portion of National Street into a pedestrian-friendly public space in North Memphis, enhancing connectivity and promoting a vibrant community atmosphere.
Riverside Drive
Beginning on Saturday, April 20th, 2024 at about 6:00 a.m. and continuing through Friday, May 24th, 2024 at about 5:00 a.m., Riverside Drive between Georgia Ave and Union Avenue will be totally closed to through traffic for RiverBeat Music Festival and the SmokeSlam Barbecue event.
Park Avenue Street Resurfacing
Beginning on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 9 a.m., City of Memphis crews will begin resurfacing work on Park Avenue between Lynnfield Road and Semmes Street. l