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. Awarded a standing bid for traffic signage to Traffic Signs, Inc. and Vulcan, Inc., with as-needed purchases to be based on price, availability, and proximity. 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. Cullman County Commission is a government administration company based out of 6894 County Road 818, Logan, Alabama, United States. Commissioner Corey Freeman grew up in Brushy Pond and attended Cold Springs schools before home schooling while working at a family service station in Dodge City. 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. Commissioner Kerry Watson graduated from Fairview High School in 1981 and worked with the Cullman County Sheriffs Office for 16 years before moving to the Cullman County Sales Tax Office as a revenue agent in 2004. Located in the heart of north Alabama, Cullman County is centrally positioned on Interstate 65 between two of the states largest cities (Huntsville and Birmingham) and covers 743 square miles on the Cumberland Plateau. Disclaimer. Supreme Court hears arguments over student loan, YOULL SEE THEM AGAIN': No. 2 Mars, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49, Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosts 1st Birmingham Diocesan Day of. PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Authorize chairman and EMA director to sign Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) in the amount of $2,342- annual grant renewal. This is a 100% grant for high traffic/incident areas. Eleven changes will go into the handbook which will be published online and be public record. Contact. Cullman County Commission holds first five-person meeting, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Play bingo at Sacred Heart during Oktoberfest! Newly elected Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff Clem Clemons talks on the phone at a watch party Tuesday night. County Commission's new look | News | cullmantimes.com Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. 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). A Look At The Past Year In The Commission | Cullman Daily "We. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. Veterans, supporters gather to honor fallen, dedicate new memorial Approved an agreement with Byars Wright Insurance for county property and casualty coverage for the 2023 fiscal year, at a premium of $512,159. Self employed at Affordable Automotive, a family business he started with his brother Kerry in 2001, Duke earned a bachelors degree from Athens State University. Approved a $20,000 payment to the City of Hanceville for its participation in cleaning and maintaining Mud Creek for the 2022 fiscal year. Clems stepson Justin has been with Cullman County Sheriffs Office for 18 years. Calhoun County County Chair Sheila Gilbert PO Box 563 , Jacksonville, AL 36265 Meeting Time & Place 3rd Thursday at Headquarters 6:30 pm 812 Noble Street Website Email (256) 403-1449 Chambers County County Chair Johnnie M. Sutton AL Meeting Time & Place Contact for meeting schedule. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Each department within the Cullman County Commission will receive a 5.64% pay raise plus a pay scale adjustment. Important Dates: Cullman County Commissioners Kelly Duke and Kerry Watson, Chairman Jeff Clemons, and Commissioners Corey Freeman and Garry Marchman (Contributed) On Wednesday, Nov. 16, the Cullman County Commission grew from a three-person to a five-person commission when the four commissioners were sworn into office and began their work serving Cullman County. 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. He shared, Public service is a huge passion for me. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Consider adopting revisions to the Cullman County Commission Employee Handbook, effective Oct. 1, 2022. File Located in the heart of north Alabama, Cullman County is centrally positioned on Interstate 65 between two of the state's largest cities (Huntsville and Birmingham) and covers 743 square miles on the Cumberland Plateau. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Marchman is married to wife Bobbi and father to four adult children ranging in age from 28-40 with a grandson and granddaughter and a great-grandson on the way. Cullman County Commission 500 2nd Ave SW Cullman, AL 35055 . Several changes to the policy were adopted at different times throughout the year. Under the current, outgoing setup, the commission is made up of a full-time chair and two full-time associate commissioners. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. 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. 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. This amendment will allow counties more time to enter the program and set a minimum fee of 3% to the program. The 3% increase was built into the original contract. 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! Commissioner Kelly Duke has lived in Welti his whole life, starting school at Welti before graduating from Holly Pond High School in 1990. Jeff 'Clem' Clemons for Chariman of the Cullman County Commission 256-255-5011; jclemons2020@outlook.com; 534 County Road 945 Cullman, AL 35057 You have permission to edit this article. Cullman County Engineer Bryan Cheatwood said, Theres some safety improvements like widening the shoulders and trying to reduce some of the runoff accidents. Cheatwood said he is hopeful that work on the project can begin in the late summer. But I want to thank all the great citizens across Cullman County who came out and supported me. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. 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. Should Cullman County have home rule authority; why/why not? Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. 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. What You Need To Know About The 2022 Elections | Cullman Daily Clemons wins runoff to take commission chairmans seat. Never afraid to get his hands dirty, Marchman worked at Americold and other local factories before joining the military. In other business, the commission took the following actions: The next Cullman County Commission meeting will be March 16, 2021 at 6 p.m. in the commission meeting room. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. I enjoy helping our citizens in any way possible. I believe people who live in the non-incorporated areas enjoy the freedom they have in the county. Cullman County EMA Director Phyllis Little reported said States declaration is set to expire Friday afternoon. If we do our jobs well and work together, we will make jobs of future commissioners better and the future of Cullman County even brighter!. 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. Low 43F. I have spent all of my adult lifethe past 33 yearsworking for the Citizens of Cullman County as a deputy sheriff. On Wednesday, Nov. 16, the Cullman County Commission grew from a three-person to a five-person commission when the four commissioners were sworn into office and began their work serving Cullman County. Commission Chairman Jeff Clemons said, as he embraced Wilson, "We are just so thankful for all you do with Curt's Closet for the families in Cullman County." Welti School's Colton Olinger is pictured with Cullman County Commissioner Garry Marchman, Chairman Jeff Clemmons and Commissioners Kelly Duke and Kerry Watson. Today, Philip Widner. Duke said he is ready for his new responsibilities to the citizens of Cullman County. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. 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. Authorized coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick to sign a memo of understanding between the county and the Office of Emergency Preparedness of the Alabama Department of Public Health. 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. CNHI newspapers feted for enterprise reporting, exposing corruption Today, incumbent Kenneth Walker. I am Jeff Clemons and I am seeking the Republican nomination for Cullman County Commission Chairman. 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. 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 coverage under the approved plan takes effect on Dec. 1 of this year. 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. Authorize The Link of Cullman County Trunk or Treat in the parking lot of the Cullman County Extension Office/Board of Education Building on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, from 4-9 p.m. As I have visited with citizens all across Cullman County many of them have told me they would like to see a 5 member county commission. Going from a three-person to a five-person commission, we will be laying the foundation for the future of the commission. PDF Cullman Sample - Home | Alabama Secretary of State I do not see any circumstances which the tax would come back up before the county commission. Cullman County Commission. Ratified renewal of a permit through the Alabama Department of Environmental Management to operate the borrow pit located at County Road 122, which is serves as a materials site for the county road department. 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). This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. 1412: Micro Surfacing to Whitaker Contracting Corp. 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. What makes you the best candidate for the office of County Commission Chairman? He has been married to his wife Deborah for 33 years. Davenport said the increased costs to the park for fuel, water and other services to operate the RV parks also factored into the rate increase. 1410: Fog & Scrub Seal to Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions. Today, Wiley Kitchens. CULLMAN, Ala. The Cullman County Commission passed a resolution Thursday evening approving the resurfacing of County Road 1301 from near Monks Flooring in South Vinemont on U.S. Highway 31 east to County Road 1319. Bradshaw H Grady Library, Valley, AL Cherokee County County Chair 2022 All Rights Reserved.This site is designed and maintained by theCullman County Commission500 2nd Ave SWCullman, AL 35055. 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. No decision was made public by the commission. 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. They blessed me with the chance to serve the community and to continue to serve them. Today, incumbent Kenneth Walker. Walker will serve out his term through November, when Clemons will be sworn into office. Most of them would like more accessibility to their Chairman and county commissioners, to see the commissioners be part time so that more citizens are able to serve on the commission, and a part time commission so that we do NOT grow spending and government. Authorize chairman to sign scheduled service agreement with TRANE through Omnia Cooperative (Contract No. County placing free dumpsters to ease excess holiday trash Commission honors retirees; CR 1301 to be resurfaced, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. dba ProBin Global for the Town of South Vinemont in the amount of $168,004, Ratify abatement for Project Redesign for the City of Cullman in the amount of $4,007,670, Resolution 2023-13: Change speed limit to 20 mph on County Road 514, Resolution 2023-16: Payment to Non-Profit from American Rescue Plan Act Revenue Replacement Funds to the North Alabama Agriplex in the amount of $200,000, Resolution 2023-17: Payment to Non-Profit from American Rescue Plan Act Revenue Reduction Funds to the Cullman County Fire Association in the amount of $100,000, Resolution 2023-18: Allocating American Rescue Plan Act Funds, Revenue Reduction Funds to the Purchase of Road Materials for County Road Projects in the amount of $1.2 million, Resolution 2023-19: Allocating American Rescue Plan Act Funds, Revenue Reduction Funds to the Purchase of 55-ton Detachable Low Boy Trailer in the amount of $83,075.38, Resolution 2023-20: Renew Participation in the Liability fund for calendar years 2024-2026 and authorize Chairman to sign all related paperwork, Resolution 2023-21:Allocating American Rescue Plan Act Funds, Revenue Reduction Funds to the purchase of two 2024 T480 Tandem Dump Trucks and authorize Chairman to sign all related paperwork, Authorize Chairman and County Attorney to sign the Federal FY 2023 Certifications and Assurances for FTA Assistance Programs For CARTS, Consider approval of an allocation agreement with Teva, Allergan, CVS, and Walgreens negotiated by Attorney General Steve Marshall as part of a statewide opioid settlement, Consider approval of the Walmart settlement sign-on agreement negotiated by Attorney General Steve Marshall as part of a state-wide opioid settlement, Consider approval of opening a new bank account for the Opioid Settlement Funds at Traditions Bank with Chairman and all Commissioners as signers, Consider Chairman Clemons nominee, Bradley Williams, for appointment to the Industrial Development Board for a term to expire Jan. 19, 2019 to replace Layne Lowery, Consider approval of Catastrophic Inmate Medical Insurance with Hunt Insurance Group/Sirius America Insurance Option 2 in the amount of $73,184.40, Consider approval of the annual Tek84 maintenance agreement for jail scanner equipment in the amount of $8,995, Consider adding four doors at the Courthouse for security system in the amount of $13,903.41, Consider the surplus of 151 miscellaneous obsolete automotive filters from the county garage to be auctioned on GovDeals, Consider the surplus of the following items from the Road Department to be auctioned on GovDeals, 20132 Freightliner 1085D (Vin# 1FVHG58SOEHFJ0570), 2015 International Dump Truck Model 7 (Vin# 3HAWNSUT3GL220169), 2009 Isuzu Nprhd (Vin # JALE5W16597300150), 2014 Freightliner 1085D (Vin# 1FVHG5BS2EHFJ0571), Etnyre Asphalt Distributor (Serial# 52330), Etnyre Asphalt Distributor (Serial# 53421), 2015 International 7500 64 Tandem Dump Truck (Vin# 3HAWNSUT3GL22169), AM GENERAL 8X6 MILITARY TRUCK (Vin# OT58166710150), 1979 AM GENERAL 8X6 MILITARY TRUCK M917 (Vin# OT58166710350), 1979 AM GENERAL 8X6 MILITARY TRUCK M917 (Vin# OT58166710250), 1997 Stewart Stevenson m1083 (Vin# BT4999BCBF). The new commission recognized Miss Cullman County Fair Outstanding Teen Heidi Armstrong and Miss Cullman County Fair Alexis Sartin. In 1910 it created a Hookworm Commission. The Cullman County Notification System is available for sign up. Those little things that come along that you can do that makes a difference in peoples lives- thats the reason I do it.. Freeman is the father of two sons and is proudly married to wife Tonya. I know whats it like to solve problems, thats what a deputy does almost every day, and I am ready to get to work, if I am privileged enough to be elected March 3rd. Amanda Shavers | The Cullman Times Then commission candidate Corey Freeman. Commission expands to five-members with primary - Yahoo! News 122 Borrow pit site, Consider amended Samba Safety contract to include hazmat certification class, Consider allowing the library to keep half the proceeds from the Bookmobile sale, Consider extending the contract with the Cullman County Co-op for a two-year lease of the Bates building, Authorize Chairman to appoint Matt Smith to the Community Action of North Alabama for a 5-year term to expire Nov. 2027, Authorize purchase for upgraded door access control system from ADS in the amount of$27,839.43, Authorize Coroner to sign Memorandum of Understanding between the Alabama Department of Public Health and Cullman County Commission for Mortuary Cooler. The nonprofit agency was represented by VP of Regional Development Tricia Bobo who noted that, while the program is free and already available in all Cullman County schools, the organization is running at a $50,000 deficit. County Chairs | Alabama Democrats There was a problem saving your notification. Proposed plat at Johnnys Junction subdivision, a minor subdivision containing three lots located off County Road 1763. Excepting holidays, the commission will meet on the third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., preceded by a public work session at 4 p.m. on the same day. Freeman attended Wallace State for criminal justice and worked as a volunteer fire fighter in his community. Chairman Clemons was authorized to sign the Amendment to IAC Program. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. The project will be funded by a $300,000 High Risk Rural Road (HRRR) grant funded by the United States Department of . NOTE: The Republican Party reserves the right to allow or disallow ballot access, and the campaign committee must approve you. Cullman, Alabama, United States 199 followers 195 connections Join to view profile Athens State University University of Alabama at Birmingham About During my time in education and. 1341 for herbicides and adjuvants to Helena Chemical, Awarded Bid no. 2 Mars, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab punches ticket to 5A State Finals with 52-49, Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church hosts 1st Birmingham Diocesan Day of. The work session begins at 4 p.m. and the regular meeting at 6. Disclaimer. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Change speed limit to 25 mph on County Road 1121, Set the dates and times for Commission Meetings, Add Commissioner Kelly Duke and Commissioner Corey Freeman to all County bank accounts, Consider authorizing payment to the City of Hanceville for Mud Creek Cleanup in the amount of$20,000 for FY 2022, Approve insurance agreement with Byars Wright Insurance for Property and Casualty insurance for FY 2023, effective Dec. 1, 2022, with a premium of $512,159, Approve annual payment to Harris Smart Fusion in the amount of $19,404.60 for financial software, Ratify renewal of ADEM Permit ALG890252 for Co. Rd. 1FMEU63E87UB28358) to be donated to the Town of Colony. [3] 234. 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. Awarded a standing bid for corrugated plastic pipe to Bear Concrete Products Inc., ADCO Pipe & Supply LLC, and White Cap Construction Supply, with as-needed purchases to be based on price, availability, and proximity. If the referendum does not pass, would you consider the county commissioners approving a sales tax for education? Approved a plat proposal for Fly South Campground Phase 1, a major RV subdivision consisting of 42 lots located along County Road 1196. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. 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. Approved request to have a prayer gathering on the front steps of the Cullman County Courthouse Feb. 20, 2021 at noon by Jesus in the World Ministry. Upon his retirement, Marchman returned to what he loved cattle and crop farming. Approved an annual payment of $19,404.16 to Harris Local Government for use of its SmartFusion financial software at county offices. Elected three times to the commission, Marchman has served on the commission since 2014. A recent dividend payment was received by the commission for $36,000. The fee represents an increase over previous annual payments of $15,000 under the joint arrangement. 1340 for cement for full depth reclamation to National Cement, Awarded Bid no. 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. More information on the program is expected at a later date. When youre out for that long, you lose your momentum. Cullman Emergency Management Agency director Tim Sartin to apply for an Emergency Management Performance Grant grant for 2023. 2021 All Rights Reserved. With no Democrat on the ballot, Clemons effectively won the chairmans seat outright with his Tuesday victory. Today, incumbent Kenneth Walker. Ratify Bid No. High 66F. Alabama GOP 2023 Winter Meeting Resolutions Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. If a major issue arises that needed to be addressed I am confident the county commission could work with our local legislators to pass a local bill to address the issue. County EMA Director Tim Sartain explained this is a 100% funded grant, therefore it will be no cost to the County.
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