S6E4 - Memphis is Fighting Blight (and Winning!)

Hear from real leaders making a real impact in Memphis on the Meanwhile in Memphis podcast! Join the hosts at New Memphis for a weekly window into what makes Memphis a vibrant place to live, work, and play.

In this episode, New Memphis shares the mic with a special guest host — City of Memphis Mayor Paul Young — to explore how the city’s approach fighting blight is increasing safety and shaping civic pride.

Guests:

• Karen Gause | City of Memphis

• Melanie Neal | City of Memphis

Meanwhile in Memphis is produced by New Memphis and is powered by iBank.

Resources mentioned in this episode include:

• City of Memphis

• City of Memphis' blight resources

• City program pays citizens to tackle blight on Memphis streets (WREG)

• Historic Melrose

• Code Enforcement

• City of Memphis 311

• Division of Community Enhancement

• Lamar Ave. Corridor

• Blight Zero initiative