Rightsizing Memphis: Community Survey Results

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Rightsize Memphis: Community Meetings and

Survey Results

Public Input Process • Community Meetings

• Direct questions via email

o RightsizeMemphis@gmail.com

• Survey of Issues

o RightsizeMemphis.com

o Paper forms of the questionnaire

Community Meetings

• Thursday February 23, 2017: First Assembly of God

• Monday February 27, 2017: Eads Community Center

• Tuesday February 28, 2017: Trezevant High School

• Wednesday March 1, 2017: Southwind High School

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Rightsize Memphis: Survey Results

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Question: after reviewing the information provided, what is your opinion of deannexing the study areas?

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Respondents Favoring Deannexation

Support for Deannexation Plan: Support for Deannexation Plan: Support for Deannexation Plan:

Question: what additional information can be provided to help you make an informed decision about deannexing?

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Utility Costs Fire Service Police Service Fees City and County Legacy Costs Process Deannexation

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Respondents Who Want More Information About Deannexation

Respondents who need more information: Respondents who need more information:

Question: are you in favor of deannexing if you learn that deannexing certain areas could increase Shelby County property taxes for all residents?

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Percent Who Favor A County Tax Increase

The majority of the following areas wish to deannex:

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Respondents Favoring County Urban Services