# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Shelby County Government 101: City of Memphis
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 12:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Government 101 is a community-centered initiative designed to demystify local government and deepen civic understanding.About this EventGovernment 101, Memphis: 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 Memphis 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 South Memphis 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 expectThe Top Local Issues, based on resident feedbackWho’s responsible, City of Memphis vs Shelby County Government vs StateQuick historical and data context that makes it make senseA panel + Q&A with frontline problem solversResource tables, clear next steps, and a take-home civic toolkit (including The People’s Guide)Recovery resources available on siteWho should comeResidents, parents, homeowners, renters, students, seniors, new to town or born and raisedAnyone who makes referrals or helps neighbors navigate servicesAnyone ready to swap confusion for clarity and leave knowing what to do nextPresenting City Hall on the Go: City Hall on the Go brings city services to community, allowing residents to take care of to-do's that would typically require a visit to city agencies right from their neighborhood. This concept was a recommendation from Mayor Young's Transition Committee and is being piloted on March 28th at Gatson Community Center from 1:30-3:30p in partnership with the County's Government 101 event. Residents can engage with services including scheduling smoke detector installations, getting library cards, purchasing copies of birth certificates, signing children up for headstart and more. The City is looking forward to seeing how residents engage with the available services and hoping to learn more about what other types of services you want to see.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/94e7a6b0-197a-11f1-9467-2923091d78de-rimg-w740-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/memphis/shelby-county-government-101-city-of-memphis/100001984414721852
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Memphis
- **state**: TN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Gaston Community Center
- **lat**: 35.1189135
- **long**: -90.0542433
- **full address**: Gaston Community Center, 1048 South Third Street, Memphis, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Shelby County Government 101: City of Memphis being held?
  - **A:** Shelby County Government 101: City of Memphis takes place on Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 12:30 pm at Gaston Community Center, 1048 South Third Street, Memphis, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Shelby County Government 101: City of Memphis?
  - **A:** Shelby County Government 101: City of Memphis is organized by Shelby County District Connector Program.

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