Chairman Clemons was authorized to sign the Amendment to IAC Program. Chairman Jeff Clemons, (R) Commissioner Kerry Watson, (R-Place 1) Commissioner Garry Marchman, (R-Place 2) . Newly elected Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff "Clem" Clemons talks on the phone at a watch party Tuesday night. A Look At The Past Year In The Commission | Cullman Daily Under the current, outgoing setup, the commission is made up of a full-time chair and two full-time associate commissioners. Award Bid # 1714: Traffic Striping to J.C. Cheek Contractors, Inc. Award Bid # 1418: Corrugated Plastic Pipe to Bear Concrete Products, Inc, ADCO Pipe & Supply, LLC, and White Cap Construction Supply based upon price, availability, and vicinity, Bid # 1420: New Air Control 1 /, Ton & 5 Ton split System Unit. 2 Mars Hill in 2A State Finals 69-47, Shift-based scheduling offered by WSCC EMS program for Paramedic training, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49 win over Brewbaker Tech, Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Roll, Career fairs March 7 and March 9 at Wallace State, CCBOE names AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month, COLUMN: The spiritual recommitment of Lent, Were just saturating the place with prayer, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosts 1st Birmingham Diocesan Day of Liturgical Formation, St. Bernard opens school with service of commitment and blessing, Cullman County Farm-Citys 2023 City Family of the Year Ashley Wilson, Hanceville council, planning commission to meet on tiny houses development. Whereas, a permanent solution to Alabama's overly lenient "Good Time" law is. Commission expands to five-members with primary - Yahoo! News Authorize Chairman Jeff Clemons to sign the Alabama Department of Youth Services Agency Grant Agreement for FY 2022-2023 in the amount of $184,340 as the fiscal agent for Cullman County Juvenile Court (CCJC). Supreme Court hears arguments over student loan, YOULL SEE THEM AGAIN': No. Estimated cost $647,000 to be split with the City of Cullman, Approved the funding for replacement of Automated Weather Observation Station (AWOS) at Cullman Regional Airport, Authorized John Bullard, county administrator, to work with Wesley Moore, city clerk, on financing options for airport runway and AWOS project, Authorized Little to purchase a tent under ADPH Grant- cost $17,000 (100% reimbursable) covered by GSA contract, Authorized Chairman Jeff Clemons and the county attorney to sign the Federal FY 2021 Certifications and Assurances for FTA Assistance Programs, Reappointed Linda Cabri to the Regional Housing Authority for a 5-year term to expire 2/1/26, Authorized County Attorney Emily Johnston to negotiate a purchase price for commercial property associated with the grant application approved in Resolution 2021-09, Approved the reimbursement for a washing machine to the Cullman County Detention Center at a cost of $12,450, Awarded Bid no. All Rights Reserved. With 50 of 50 boxes reporting late Tuesday, Clemons enjoyed a lead of 9,728 votes over Walkers 4,916. Ahead of its regular November meeting, the expanded commission fielded questions during a packed pre-meeting work session to explain the countys interest in pursuing options beyond next years end of waste disposal contract at the Cullman County Landfill. The agenda item said the appointments were within Cullman County but, after discussion, it was concluded that while the patients must reside in Cullman County, their transportation to appointments and treatment outside of Cullman County would most likely be covered as well. If you are . Its truly an honor when the citizens have this much trust in you, he said. For 32 years I have worked for the Cullman County Sheriff's office as a dispatcher, detention deputy, patrol deputy, investigator, and Captain of the Special Projects Division. 256-255-5011; jclemons2020@outlook.com; 534 County Road 945 Cullman, AL 35057 Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Welcome to Cullman County! County EMA Director Tim Sartain explained this is a 100% funded grant, therefore it will be no cost to the County. CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission passed a resolution Thursday evening approving the resurfacing of County Road 1301 from near Monk's Flooring in South Vinemont on U.S. Highway 31 east to County Road 1319. The new five-member commission, composed of chairman Jeff Clemons and associates Marchman, Kerry Watson, Corey Freeman, and Kelly Duke, separately agreed to retain its current once-a-month meeting schedule for the coming calendar year. High 66F. More information on the program is expected at a later date. Bobo was seeking sponsorship of approximately five schools at the cost of $1,000 each. First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. In other business, the commission approved the following: The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 20 with the work session beginning at 4 p.m. and regular meeting at 6 p.m. at the Cullman County Courthouse in the Commission Meeting Room. Benjamin Bullard 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. 794 0 Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff Clemons, Commissioner Kerry Watson, County Road Department retiree Ronald Park, Commissioner Garry Marchman and County Engineer Bryan Cheatwood (Amy Leonard for The Cullman Tribune) CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday night approved its $70 million-plus budget. Alabama GOP 2023 Winter Meeting Resolutions Award Bid No. Authorized a $27,839.43 payment to ADS Security for upgrades to the courthouses current door access system. Approved a plat proposal for Fly South Campground Phase 1, a major RV subdivision consisting of 42 lots located along County Road 1196. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. He wanted to be more transparent by being easily accessible to the Cullman County employees and . We sat down with the established commission and the newcomers to get to know them. Authorize County administrator to sign billing authorization form for lnfintech BridgePay for credit card processing at County parks. The Jones Chapel native grew up farming and graduated from West Point High School in 1981. Winds light and variable. In 1910 it created a Hookworm Commission. Concerned Hanceville residents crowd five-member commission's first Contest chairman Jim Zachary said, "CNHI is so proud of all the newspapers that participated in the Best of CNHI journalism awards competition this year. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. Local chatter both online, and on the ground, had spurred a motivated throng of Hanceville-area residents to show up at Wednesdays meeting with a list of questions about the countys interest in a recycling technology test site on private property, just east of the city near Mountain Grove Cemetery. Amanda Shavers | The Cullman Times Then commission candidate Corey Freeman. 1341 for herbicides and adjuvants to Helena Chemical, Awarded Bid no. Winds light and variable. Feb. 2The Cullman County Commission is changing, and the upcoming primary election season will determine the makeup of its new look as a five-member body. Cullman County, Alabama | Official Website Each department within the Cullman County Commission will receive a 5.64% pay raise plus a pay scale adjustment. Noah Carpenter, 166 County Road 1600, invited the council and community to attend the Cullman Community Theater's production of Steel Magnolias this weekend, February 16-19, 2023. All Rights Reserved. County Commission approves FY 2023 budget, recognizes Ronald Park, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. High 66F. He shared, Public service is a huge passion for me. Both the Republican and Democratic party primary elections will be held on May 24 of this year. What makes you the best candidate for the office of County Commission Chairman? Making our commission meetings more accessible to the public via technology and website and also making where taxpayer dollars are spent more accessible to the public. 1409: Cold Laid Plant Mix to Advanced Asphalt Products, LLC, Award Bid No. But I want to thank all the great citizens across Cullman County who came out and supported me. Today, Wiley Kitchens. Cullman County Commissioners Garry Marchman, Kerry Watson, Chairman Jeff Clemons, Miss Cullman County Fair Alexis Sartin and Commissioners Corey Freeman and Kelly Duke (Amy Leonard for The Cullman Tribune) In other business, the commission approved the following: Change speed limit to 25 mph on County Road 1121 2 Mars Hill in 2A State Finals 69-47, Shift-based scheduling offered by WSCC EMS program for Paramedic training, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49 win over Brewbaker Tech, Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Roll, Career fairs March 7 and March 9 at Wallace State, CCBOE names AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month, COLUMN: The spiritual recommitment of Lent, Were just saturating the place with prayer, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosts 1st Birmingham Diocesan Day of Liturgical Formation, St. Bernard opens school with service of commitment and blessing, Liftoff! As I have gone around Cullman County the past few months I have talked to voters who support and oppose the tax and what they have in common is they want this issue decided March 3rd. Correctional Incentive Time a prisoner may earn, and to amend the circumstances. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. The newest addition to the family, 10-month-old Watson Owen Brooks, is the first grandchild of Watson and his wife Renas and the first boy in his family in over 18 years! Consider the surplus of a 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (Vin No. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Abundant sunshine. Cullman County Commission Chairman, Jeff 'Clem' Clemons, has officially served a whole year, and the accomplishment continues to add up. I would like to obviously read the bill, to see if the issues above are addressed, and also any new issues that may or may not be in the legislation, before I make a firm commitment either way. I will also work with my fellow commissioners to make life better for our citizens, county employees and also work to keep water rates as low as possible on the citizens, businesses and poultry farmers of Cullman County. Thanks to a 2019 legislative. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. . Cullman County Commission holds first five-person meeting, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Cullman County Commission Approves Well Deserved Pay Raise Approved a $20,000 payment to the City of Hanceville for its participation in cleaning and maintaining Mud Creek for the 2022 fiscal year. Never afraid to get his hands dirty, Marchman worked at Americold and other local factories before joining the military. The new five-member commission, from left, are associates Kerry Watson, Garry Marchman, chairman Jeff Clemons, Kelly Duke and Corey Freeman. Abundant sunshine. All Rights Reserved. County placing free dumpsters to ease excess holiday trash I have spent all of my adult lifethe past 33 yearsworking for the Citizens of Cullman County as a deputy sheriff. If awarded, the grant would require no additional match from the county and would fund the purchase of cameras, laptops, tablets, and case management software for use by the coroners office. First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. File 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Ratify abatement for BBLU lnc. Additionally, signs will be posted along Bolte Road stating No Thru Trucks, Local Deliveries Only in hopes of curtailing the use of the road as a thoroughfare for large trucks. The current pair of associate commissioner's seats will give way to four part-time elected positions, with each of the four part-time associates hailing from a different corner of the county. Feb. 2The Cullman County Commission is changing, and the upcoming primary election season will determine the makeup of its new look as a five-member body. Clems stepson Justin has been with Cullman County Sheriffs Office for 18 years. The commission also terminated the local emergency declaration put into place at a special meeting Monday due to the inclement wintry weather. Council President Folsom opened the public hearing at 7:11 p.m. for Resolution No. It feels good now to know its over. PDF Cullman City Council Meeting Monday, February 13, 2023 at 7:00 P.m. in Current commission chairman Jeff Clemons was elected to his position last year, so the recently-filled chairman's seat won't be a part of this year's race. Our communities deserve leaders who care about them and their families. There was a problem saving your notification. Approved an agreement with Byars Wright Insurance for county property and casualty coverage for the 2023 fiscal year, at a premium of $512,159. Today, incumbent Kenneth Walker. Clem grew up in Bug Tussle and is a graduate of Cold Springs High School and the Jefferson County Law Enforcement Academy. The Cullman County Notification System is available for sign up. 2FAFP71W45X156137) to be donated to State Probation-Cullman County Office, Consider the surplus of a 2007 Ford Explorer from the Sheriffs Office fleet (Vin No. PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Copyright 2021 Humble Roots, LLC. 234. Approved the commissions regular meeting calendar for the 2023 calendar year. Home Rule would allow County Commissions to levy heavy taxes and impose numerous ordinances upon citizens who live in the non-incorporated parts of Cullman County. The commission opted to approve the new deal. Authorize chairman to sign scheduled service agreement with TRANE through Omnia Cooperative (Contract No. Whether that involves seeking a new local landfill site said by Lynn only to be an option in the countys far northwest corner, thanks to soil and terrain attributes or something else, its a topic likely to arise again in the near future as the calendar swings toward 2023. Cullman County, Alabama | Official Website | Officials Jeff 'Clem' Clemons for Chariman of the Cullman County Commission 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Change speed limit to 15 mph on County Road 1150, Change speed limit to 20 mph on County Road 757, Change speed limit to 30 mph on County Road 76, CARTS Third-Party Service Contracts- FY 2023- yearly contract renewals. Today, incumbent Kenneth Walker. Should Cullman County have home rule authority; why/why not? If the referendum does not pass, would you consider the county commissioners approving a sales tax for education? Cullman County EMA Director Phyllis Little reported said States declaration is set to expire Friday afternoon. Set the speed limit along County Road 1121 at 25 mph. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. Do you support the 1-cent sales tax for education? When youre out for that long, you lose your momentum. Benjamin Bullard | The Cullman Times. The story of the August 2022 execution of a death-row inmate who had turned his life around in prison highlighted the quality of the newspaper's journalism - in photos and stories, including an. You have permission to edit this article. Winner selections were difficult because. The commission allayed residents concern that a new landfill might one day locate in Hanceville, with Lynn explaining that the soil composition in the area isnt suited to the purpose and that the property used only for testing would never be granted regulatory approval for large-scale landfill use. Cullman County Commission. Visit the Alabama Secretary of State's website at https://www.sos.alabama.gov to learn how to register to vote ahead of this year's primaries. He has been married to his wife Deborah for 33 years. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. A recent dividend payment was received by the commission for $36,000. In this year's race, all of the associate commissioner candidates are Republicans, which means the winners of the May 24 primary election will face no further opposition in the November general election. 2021 All Rights Reserved. 2023-17 for the vacation and surplus of a portion All individuals who intend to run on the Republican ticket should contact the local Republican Party Chairman (Kelly Duke) before registering as a candidate. Copyright 2022 Humble Roots, LLC. CNHI newspapers feted for enterprise reporting, exposing corruption I believe people who live in the non-incorporated areas enjoy the freedom they have in the county. Authorize EMA Director Tim Sartin to apply for the 2023 Emergency Management Performance grant (EMPG), Enter lease agreement with Enterprise for one 2022 Dodge Ram 1500 Classic in the amount of, $43,696 for the Appraisal and Mapping Department and authorize Chairman to sign all related paperwork, Amend Item S from last month to remove the 2016 Ford F-250 (Vin # 1FTBF2B60GEB 17224) from the surplus list and place it back in service, Proposed plat Fly South Campground Phase 1, a major RV subdivision containing 42 lots located off County Road 1196, Award Bid #1416: Traffic Signs to Traffic Signs, Inc and Vulcan Inc based upon price, availability, and vicinity. Several changes to the policy were adopted at different times throughout the year. 2 Mars Hill in 2A State Finals 69-47, Shift-based scheduling offered by WSCC EMS program for Paramedic training, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49 win over Brewbaker Tech, Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Roll, Career fairs March 7 and March 9 at Wallace State, CCBOE names AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month, COLUMN: The spiritual recommitment of Lent, Were just saturating the place with prayer, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosts 1st Birmingham Diocesan Day of Liturgical Formation, St. Bernard opens school with service of commitment and blessing, PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs downs Aliceville 47-38 to advance to NW Regional, Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Feb. 26-28. The new-look Cullman County Commission faced an immediate public test this week as the freshly inducted group assembled for the first time under its new five-member structure. Copyright 2022 Humble Roots, LLC. Cullman County Commission Chairman candidates, from left, are Philip Widner, Jeff "Clem" Clemons, Wiley Kitchens, and Kenneth Walker (incumbent). Once the new system is in place beyond the current election cycle, all of the commissioner's seats including the chair will be elected to four-year terms. We have some good guys here and I think well continue to have good men on the commission that we can work with to make progress.. On the Issues: Philip Widner This week The. You have permission to edit this article. Cullman County continues moving forward, and is now among one of the fastest growing counties in the Great State of Alabama, with new industries and businesses, as well as established ones that are expanding at a high rate. The project will be funded by a $300,000 High Risk Rural Road (HRRR) grant funded by the United States Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration. I did read a recent article in one of the local media outlets about our local legislators saying they plan to bring this bill back up again. Landowner Thomas Barrett Lynn explained that the site isnt being discussed as a potential landfill location, and that he had instead been recruited by associate commissioner Garry Marchman to conduct uncompensated, voluntary testing at the property as the commission weighs whether recycling might factor into a future change in landfill operations. Commission honors retirees; CR 1301 to be resurfaced The wide margin echoed the outcome of the March 3 primary election that just barely put the two into a runoff in the first place, with Clemons earning 10,129 votes against Walkers 5,642 (and the two last-place challengers combining for an additional 4,625 votes). Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. The countys current contract with landfill owner Cullman Environmental, Inc. is up for renewal next year, under a pricing structure that pegs future customer rate increases to changes in the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI). William (Billy) Troutman - Adjunct Professor - Athens State University The commission was mostly funded by the Rockefeller Fund. Amended a contract with data analytics provider SambaSafety to include certifications for hazardous materials, in order to expedite records involving the use of county-operated vehicles that require a commercial drivers license. Mike Graves of Cullman County was present and addressed the group about his ideas to represent part of Blount County as a candidate for the upcoming HD11 Alabama House of Representatives election. Low 43F. I strongly believe that to be elected to this office one should be there to listen and communicate with our citizens and do everything possible to make our county the best it can be. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Tabled the ratification of the City of Cullman abatement for ST Holdings, LLC by the Cullman Economic Development Agency, Approved Apel Machine & Supply Co. to fabricate 72 cell window screens with one coat of industrial enamel paint for the Cullman County Detention Center at a cost of $20,120, Passed Resolution 2021-10 authorizing a grant application for Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Funds for Stony Lonesome OHV Park, Approved the surplus and authorized sale by best means possible of 17 vehicles from CARTS, Approved the surplus of a 2007 Ford Cutaway Van from CARTS to be disposed of as scrap, Approved payment of CARES Act funds received from the Department of Corrections to the sheriffs office for housing state inmates in the amount of $345,745.25, Approved the transfer of a Ford F-150 in the amount of $36,940 and a GMC Terrain in the amount of $19,206 from the sheriffs office to the Cullman County Commission, Approved Tradition Gutters, lowest estimate, to complete the gutter and downspout project at the County Garage in the amount of $11,900, Authorized distribution of request for qualifications for an architect/engineer to review County buildings and parks regarding ADA compliance. 1FMEU63E87UB28358) to be donated to the Town of Colony. Supreme Court hears arguments over student loan, YOULL SEE THEM AGAIN': No. Those four corners are defined by the intersection of U.S. Highway 278 and U.S. Highway 31 in Cullman, effectively splitting the county into four parts of roughly equal population. Winds light and variable. CULLMAN, Ala. The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday night approved its $70 million-plus budget. The project will also include some safety upgrades to the roadway. Cullman County Commission | LinkedIn Welcome to Cullman County! This amendment will allow counties more time to enter the program and set a minimum fee of 3% to the program. PUBLIC HEARINGS . The commission approved CARTS participation in the Access 2 Care program, allowing Medicaid and insurance companies to cover the costs of transportation of patients to and from medical appointments. 2 Mars Hill Bible , Chamber celebrates leaders, businesses at gala, Theatre Program to perform 'The Robber Bridegroom', Benjamin Bullard
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