The Shelby County Committee Meeting on April 30, 2025, focused on significant zoning changes and public works recommendations. The meeting began with a vote on a public works item, which received five affirmative votes from Commissioners Sugarman, Mills, Bradford, Morrison, and Brooks, leading to a favorable recommendation for the proposal.

Following the public works discussion, the committee transitioned to land use and planning matters. The first item on the agenda was an ordinance for a second reading, which proposed an amendment to the Memphis and Shelby County Unified Development Code. This amendment aimed to approve a zoning district change for a property located at 10827 US Highway 64, identified as case number Z2024-011CO. The proposal was sponsored by Commissioner Shante Avant and was moved by her, with Commissioner Mills providing a second.

Brett Ragsdale from the Department of Planning and Development was present to provide insights on the ordinance. The discussions around this zoning change are crucial as they reflect ongoing efforts to manage land use effectively in unincorporated areas of Shelby County.

The meeting concluded with a clear direction on the public works item and the initiation of discussions on land use, indicating a proactive approach by the committee in addressing community development and infrastructure needs. Further deliberations on the zoning amendment will likely continue in future meetings, highlighting the importance of local governance in shaping the region's growth.