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. 1410: Fog & Scrub Seal to Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions. I do not see any circumstances which the tax would come back up before the county commission. Winds light and variable. Cullman Emergency Management Agency director Tim Sartin to apply for an Emergency Management Performance Grant grant for 2023. Abundant sunshine. Disclaimer. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. The annual renewal is up 10% over last year, but the contract is eligible for dividend payments. Supreme Court hears arguments over student loan, YOULL SEE THEM AGAIN': No. Chairman Clemons promised to work hard for the citizens of Cullman County when he took office in 2020. This site is designed and maintained by the Cullman County Commission 500 2nd Ave SW Cullman, AL 35055 . 1FMEU63E87UB28358) to be donated to the Town of Colony. The following agenda items were approved: The next Cullman County Commission meeting will be on Tuesday, March 21, at the Cullman County Courthouse. The District 2 race fields three candidates: Incumbent associate commissioner Garry Marchman, who faces a challenge from candidates Josh Speakman and Richard Barnett. Approved an annual payment of $19,404.16 to Harris Local Government for use of its SmartFusion financial software at county offices. High 66F. 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. He wanted to be more transparent by being easily accessible to the Cullman County employees and . Consider authorizing the chairman to sign the North Alabama Highway Safety Grant for FY 2023. Contact. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. You have permission to edit this article. Consider renewal of Southern Health Partners Health Services Agreement at 3% increase, base price $740,094.96 and authorize chairman to sign all related documents. 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 makes you the best candidate for the office of County Commission Chairman? The commission reappointed Gordon Sandlin as Chairman to the Local Emergency Planning committee for FY 2022. 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. Both the Republican and Democratic party primary elections will be held on May 24 of this year. Chairman Jeff Clemons, (R) Commissioner Kerry Watson, (R-Place 1) Commissioner Garry Marchman, (R-Place 2) . Those little things that come along that you can do that makes a difference in peoples lives- thats the reason I do it.. Newly elected Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff "Clem" Clemons talks on the phone at a watch party Tuesday night. Watson has been married to Rena Sparks Watson for 37 years, and is father to Jessica Watson Brooks and father-in-law to Nathan Brooks. Today, incumbent Kenneth Walker. He retired after 33 years with the department. 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). 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. Welcome to Cullman County! Never afraid to get his hands dirty, Marchman worked at Americold and other local factories before joining the military. Park joked that he had, never worked a day in my life when working for the department. It feels good now to know its over. Amend Item R from the Aug. 16, 2022, meeting minutes to reflect the installation of GPS in County vehicles from One Step GPS in the amount of $13.95 per vehicle per month. 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. 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. In other business, the following items were approved: During the work session, the commission discussed the viability of donating $5,000 to the Liberty Learning Foundation. Cullman County EMA Director Phyllis Little reported said States declaration is set to expire Friday afternoon. All Rights Reserved. Our communities deserve leaders who care about them and their families. bbullard@cullmantimes.com. But, in order to avoid the need for special elections, all four of the new associate commissioner seats will be included on this year's May 24 primary ballot even though two of those seats will initially be filled only for two-year terms. This is my biggest like in working in our Commission and for the people. Two of the seats are uncontested: Incumbent associate commissioner Kerry Watson faces no opposition in his bid for the newly-created District 1 seat, while Kelly Duke is running unopposed for the new District 3 seat. All individuals who intend to run on the Republican ticket should contact the local Republican Party Chairman (Kelly Duke) before registering as a candidate. This amendment will allow counties more time to enter the program and set a minimum fee of 3% to the program. 1338 for lease of one or more excavators to Warrior Tractor, Awarded Bid no. Benjamin Bullard 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. Clemons, who monitored the returns remotely from a socially-distant vantage at a nearby local business, said he was grateful for the vote of confidence that Cullman County residents had placed in him with the victory. All meetings will be held in the first-floor commission meeting room of the Cullman County Courthouse. All Rights Reserved. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. If the referendum does not pass, would you consider the county commissioners approving a sales tax for education? 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!. I feel very honored to represent the people of Cullman County.. The Cullman County Notification System is available for sign up. 1412: Micro Surfacing to Whitaker Contracting Corp. I am Jeff Clemons and I am seeking the Republican nomination for Cullman County Commission Chairman. Cullman County Parks and Recreation camping rates will increase for the first time in six years beginning March 1. Approved the commissions regular meeting calendar for the 2023 calendar year. High 66F. The next Cullman County Commission meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 18, in the Cullman County Courthouse Commission Meeting Room. 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. I started in dispatch, and worked in just about all aspects of the sheriffs office including patrol, investigations and most recently as Captain of the Special Projects Division helping raise money for our sheriffs office rodeo that benefits special needs children and other law enforcement projects. 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. 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. They blessed me with the chance to serve the community and to continue to serve them. 1299 extension for guardrails to Alabama Guardrail, Awarded Bid no. 1339 for bituminous plant mix (installed) to Good Hope Contracting, Awarded Bid no. At least there's no confusion about which of the four associate seats local voters are eligible to cast a ballot for: By law, every voter in Cullman County can vote in each of the four races no matter where in the county he or she resides. 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. Copyright 2021 Humble Roots, LLC. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. 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. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. 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. County EMA Director Tim Sartain explained this is a 100% funded grant, therefore it will be no cost to the County. File This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. to Bryant Enterprises. 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. 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. The Cullman County Notification System is available for sign up. The new commission recognized Miss Cullman County Fair Outstanding Teen Heidi Armstrong and Miss Cullman County Fair Alexis Sartin. 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). Low 43F. 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. 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. 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. He shared, Serving is a passion. Elected three times to the commission, Marchman has served on the commission since 2014. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Awarded a standing bid for traffic striping to J.C. Cheek Contractors, Inc. The budget is available at: County Road Department employee Ronald Park was recognized by the commission for his 26 years of service upon his retirement. Low 43F. 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! Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Bradshaw H Grady Library, Valley, AL Cherokee County County Chair Commission Chairman Jeff Clem Clemons has dedicated his life to working for the betterment of Cullman County and its citizens. The work session will be at 4 p.m. and regular meeting at 6. Winds light and variable. I believe people who live in the non-incorporated areas enjoy the freedom they have in the county. In 1907, the state established a public health laboratory to ensure the quality of drinking water and milk. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. I have spent the past 32 years in. 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. I served the citizens of Cullman County all my life and its truly an honor just to be serving the citizens of this great county. He shared, Public service is a huge passion for me. Authorize chairman to sign scheduled service agreement with TRANE through Omnia Cooperative (Contract No. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 2022 All Rights Reserved.This site is designed and maintained by theCullman County Commission500 2nd Ave SWCullman, AL 35055. 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. After comparing current rates with those charged by other parks and locations in and around Cullman County, Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Doug Davenport explained, We found out we are like $8 under everybody else so we would like to see an increase from $22 to $30 a day. Weekly and monthly rates will also be slightly increased. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. 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. 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. Cullman County Commission and the ties that bind, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. 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. Winner selections were difficult because. 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. 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. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Each of those four areas will deliver one of its residents as an associate commissioner. Amended a previously-approved item from last months regular commission meeting to remove a 2016 Ford F-250 from the surplus list and place the vehicle back in service. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Ratify abatement for BBLU lnc. 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. The fee represents an increase over previous annual payments of $15,000 under the joint arrangement. 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. 2 Mars Hill Bible , Chamber celebrates leaders, businesses at gala, Theatre Program to perform 'The Robber Bridegroom'. 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). 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. Play bingo at Sacred Heart during Oktoberfest!
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