Shelby County was awarded the Tennessee ThreeStar Award, and the Governor’s Award for Performance, Accountability, and Efficiency. Participation in the three-star program is based on an annual evaluation and activity plan. Administered by the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, the program is designed to help communities build a healthy and educated workforce supported by a strong, stable local government. Furthermore, the program promotes county progress in the areas of economic development, responsible fiscal management, public safety, health, and education. EDGE administers the program on behalf of Shelby County.
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