Local TREND: Mayor Proposes De-annexation for 2 policy reasons.

The Mayor: Memphis, TN Mayor Jim Strickland

The areas for de-annexation: Southwind/Windyke and Rocky Point areas of far eastern Memphis

2 Policy reasons for de-annexation:

• right-sizing Memphis
• more efficient City that can deliver better services

3 criteria in areas for de-annexation:

•  low density
• challenging to deliver municipal services
• specifically asked for de-annexation

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