Juvenile Court returns to Adams Avenue after asbestos, mold cleanup

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Juvenile Court of Memphis and Shelby County says the asbestos and mold in its Adams Avenue facility is gone, and employees will return to the building on Friday.

In May, juvenile court workers were forced to move out after an inspection uncovered the mold, asbestos, and lead paint.

Juvenile Court Chief Administrative Officer Dr. Stephanie Hill said the Shelby County Health Department has officially deemed the facility safe, and they will resume operations and public services in phases.

“We are grateful to the Shelby County Health Department for ensuring the safety of our employees and the public,” said Dr. Stephanie Hill. “We look forward to moving back into our original location and continuing to provide essential services to our community in a safe environment.”

Juvenile court said the return to 616 Adams Ave. will be completed over the course of a week, with the following schedule:

• Friday, September 27 – Friday, October 4, 2024: Employees will begin transitioning back to 616 Adams.
• Monday, September 30, 2024: Public services will be available for Clerk services and attorney/DCS petition filings.
• Monday, September 30, 2024: Child Support Contempt hearings will be held at 616 Adams Avenue.
• Friday, October 11, 2024: Staff assigned to 140 Adams, 201 Poplar, and YJEC will continue to report to those locations for court hearings until this date.
• Monday, October 14, 2024: In-person hearings will fully resume at 616 Adams Avenue.

Services at 1075 Mullins Station Road will no longer be provided after Friday, September 27, 2024 .

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