Thursday, July 23, 2009

David Pickler, New Canada Road next week in Lakeland

Shelby County Schools Board Chairman David Pickler will visit the Board of Commissioners Work Session at 6:30 p.m., Monday, July 27, 2009 to discuss the recent recommendation by the Shelby County Commission for "single source funding" for both Memphis City Schools and Shelby County Schools. Pickler will discuss the effects of "single source funding" on Lakeland and other non-Memphis areas, including property tax increases of up to 40% to pay for Memphis City Schools.

The New Canada Road Advisory Team holds a Public Input meeting from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. with presentation scheduled from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.

The Public Input meeting will be held at the IH Clubhouse, 4523 Canada Road. See www.NewCanadaRoad.com for detailed information.

Plan to attend and get the facts and make your comments!

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