Shelby County Commission limits money to be spent on MSCS takeover lawsuit
Fox 13 Memphis
The Shelby County Commission capped lawsuit spending at $200,000 to challenge the state takeover of Memphis‑Shelby County Schools.Summary
In a 9‑2 vote, the Shelby County Commission approved a resolution limiting its financial contribution to the legal challenge against the state’s takeover of Memphis‑Shelby County Schools to $200,000. If litigation costs exceed this amount, the school board must request additional funding from the commission before proceeding. The decision reflects the commission’s attempt to control expenses while the dispute over the district’s governance continues.
(Source：Fox 13 Memphis)