Mayor Jim Strickland

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

We are partnering with Shelby County Sheriff's Office to add deputies to peak times in our entertainment district. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

We're working with Beale Street merchants and DMC to formulate a multi-pronged plan to secure Beale, and plan to share that later this week. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

We are finalizing a partnership with the Tennessee Highway Patrol that will have an impact on major crime. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

We are amplifying parts of our plan to tackle this homicide issue and crime in general. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

But all of that has been overshadowed by a homicide rate that is unacceptable. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Our crime plan is making progress. Overall, our crime rate is flat from last year, and we are working to drive it lower. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Officer Smith is a hero. His actions, along with our men and women Downtown Saturday night, saved lives. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Most importantly, let me reiterate: I join the entire city in expressing my condolences to the family of Officer Verdell Smith. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Watch our news conference live on Facebook -- https://t.co/RSLAK9miaz — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

We'll be holding a news conference on public safety at 5 p.m. Look for updates here and watch it on Facebook Live. (https://t.co/RSLAK9miaz) — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

But more than anything else tonight, we continue to grieve the loss of Officer Verdell Smith, a nearly two-decade MPD veteran. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Director Rallings, his staff and I discussed specific plans to continue to ensure Memphians’ safety. We will be sharing more tomorrow. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Just received a thorough briefing from Director Rallings and MPD leaders on latest in the investigation into what happened Saturday night. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

My family joins all of Memphis in mourning the loss of Officer Verdell Smith. My statement: https://t.co/3iVNglYeIa — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

This week's email is all about @ServiceMaster -- and the major priority we made it in our first five months: https://t.co/SEM2GlQPyY — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

RT @maiden_memphis: This is what the new @ServiceMaster HQ will look like in the heart of Downtown. https://t.co/Sy5qepOKvH — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Didn't get a chance to see the @ServiceMaster announcement? It's available to view now on our Facebook: https://t.co/tlJVDxt3jN — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Not bad, right? #MEMomentum https://t.co/YNWGQtDUHe — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Phil Trenary of the @MemphisChamber: "I just can't wait to see what's coming up next." #MEMomentum — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

My prepared remarks for today's @ServiceMaster announcement: https://t.co/VDtWPhOD2Q #MEMomentum — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Let this be a message to other companies: Memphis has momentum. And we're ready for you to be part of it. #MEMomentum — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

By thinking creatively like we did here, we may just be able to have more of these amazing results. #MEMomentum — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

I’m thrilled @ServiceMaster’s decision allows us to reactivate this building that has been empty for too long. #MEMomentum — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

.@ServiceMaster wants to foster a specific culture and company, and it felt Downtown Memphis was the best place for that. #MEMomentum — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

This is the most significant corporate headquarters announcement in Downtown Memphis in a generation. #MEMomentum — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Make no mistake about it: @ServiceMaster’s decision is clear proof of the momentum of Memphis. #MEMomentum — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

Having been involved in this for five months now, I was fortunate to get to know Rob Gillette and his @ServiceMaster team. #MEMomentum — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

.@CommishTNECD, on his visits to Memphis: "You can just feel the energy and optimism of the city." — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

CEO Rob Gillette to Mayors Strickland and Luttrell: "They made it happen." — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Jim Strickland @MayorMemphis

CEO Rob Gillette says the company is glad to be "part of the momentum we're seeing in the city today." #MEMomentum — PolitiTweet.org