There are 3 article(s) tagged SMPO new jail plan:

• August 2025

  • Lease-to-own jail? Local plan remains uncertain but happened elsewhere

    Shelby County is considering a public-private partnership to build a new jail at North Memphis’ former Firestone site. Here’s why. 

    By Dima Amro 4 hours ago

  • The former Firestone site is a brownfield. Does it matter?

    Proponents of a plan to move the Shelby County Jail to the former Firestone plant say the site’s status as a brownfield is a positive for the project. 

    By Dima Amro, Bill Dries 4 hours ago

  • ‘We know we need a new jail': Commission reacts to ambitious Firestone jail plan

    While most county commissioners support building a new jail, not all of them agree on where its built, who pays for it and who’s included. 

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    New jail targets Firestone site, aims to move more than jail

    By Bill Dries August 07, 2025