Shelby County Government 101: City of Millington

Government 101, Millington: Understanding the Issues, Empowering the People (From Confusion to Clarity)

Ever asked, “Why hasn’t this been fixed?” or “Who’s actually in charge of that?” Government 101 in Millington is a community-centered, interactive session that breaks down how local government works in real life, what the city handles vs what Shelby County Government handles, and exactly how to get help without getting the runaround.

You’ll hear the top concerns raised by Millington residents, get a clear “who does what” breakdown (no civics degree required), and join a conversation with the people who can actually solve problems, including city leadership and Shelby County teams.

What to expect

• The Top Local Issues, based on resident feedback
• Who’s responsible, City of Millington vs Shelby County Government vs State
• Quick historical and data context that makes it make sense
• A panel + Q&A with frontline problem solvers
• Resource tables, clear next steps, and a take-home civic toolkit (including The People’s Guide)
• Recovery resources available on site

Who should come

• Residents, parents, homeowners, renters, students, seniors, new to town or born and raised
• Anyone who makes referrals or helps neighbors navigate services
• Anyone ready to swap confusion for clarity and leave knowing what to do next

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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