The first meeting of the Advisory Board Related to Public Use Funds from AI properties took place on Thursday. The board was formed following the passage of an ordinance allowing property tax revenues from AI facilities in Memphis to be used as public funds for projects and financial aid for communities within a five-mile radius of the facility. Councilwoman Yolanda Cooper-Sutton stated that the board aims to ensure that these funds are used in a responsible manner. The advisory board will consist of nine members, including Cooper Sutton, Rhonda Logan, Pearl Eva Walker, Renee Sekander, Walter Persons, director of general services Melvin Jamerson, KeShaun Pearson, Kelsey Huse, and Kimberly Dobbins. The survey revealed that respondents wanted to use public use funds from AI facility for neighborhood safety, surveillance, and home repairs.