This amendment will allow counties more time to enter the program and set a minimum fee of 3% to the program. 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). Authorized Kilpatrick to separately apply for a $20,000 grant through the National Network of Public Health Institutes. 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. 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. to Bryant Enterprises. 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. What makes you the best candidate for the office of County Commission Chairman? He shared, Serving is a passion. With the CPI expected to rise, the commission, which operates rural trash collection through the Cullman County Sanitation Department, is assessing ways to secure waste disposal that minimize costs to both municipal government and to customers. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. Disclaimer. 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. Winds light and variable. 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. Cullman County EMA Director Phyllis Little reported said States declaration is set to expire Friday afternoon. Approved a plat proposal for Fly South Campground Phase 1, a major RV subdivision consisting of 42 lots located along County Road 1196. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Jeff Clem Clemons at the Tuesday, Feb. 11 Cullman County Republican Womens dinner. 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. 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. Newly elected Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff "Clem" Clemons talks on the phone at a watch party Tuesday night. If the referendum does not pass, would you consider the county commissioners approving a sales tax for education? Jeff Clemons Cullman County Commission Chairman. 234. 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. We sat down with the established commission and the newcomers to get to know them. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. PDF Cullman City Council Meeting Monday, February 13, 2023 at 7:00 P.m. in Authorize County administrator to sign billing authorization form for lnfintech BridgePay for credit card processing at County parks. 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. Commission honors retirees; CR 1301 to be resurfaced 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. CULLMAN, Ala. The Cullman County Commission grew by two on Tuesday, Nov. 16 as Kelly Duke and Corey Freeman joined the standing commission members, Garry Marchman and Kerry Watson, along with Chairman Jeff Clemons. 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. 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. Clemons wins runoff to take commission chairmans seat. I am Jeff Clemons and I am seeking the Republican nomination for Cullman County Commission Chairman. On the Issues: Philip Widner | News | cullmantimes.com The commission approved a speed limit reduction on Bolte Road (County Road 700) to 35 mph from Third Avenue Southeast to Welti Road (County Road 702) due to the density of established homes and those under construction. All meetings will be held in the first-floor commission meeting room of the Cullman County Courthouse. 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. 1405 for Rail Track Construction Project for Sportsman Lake to SDAC Rail Services in the amount of $58,142.72 and authorize chairman to sign all related paperwork. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. 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. 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 now works in law enforcement at the Cullman County Sheriffs Office. Chairman Clemons was authorized to sign the Amendment to IAC Program. 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. 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. Cullman County, Alabama | Official Website Authorize chairman to sign scheduled service agreement with TRANE through Omnia Cooperative (Contract No. Abundant sunshine. Bobo was seeking sponsorship of approximately five schools at the cost of $1,000 each. 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. Freeman is the father of two sons and is proudly married to wife Tonya. County Commission's new look | News | cullmantimes.com All Rights Reserved. Session by Sen. April Weaver and Rep. Russell Bedsole to reduce the amount of. Authorize EMA director to apply for and sign for grant in the amount of $30,000 with the Alabama Department of Public Health to purchase supplies/or equipment for the State Mortuary Operations Response Team. 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. He shared, Public service is a huge passion for me. First up, Jeff Clem Clemons. Consider the surplus of the following items from the Parks and Rec to be auctioned on GovDeals: 7-ft Landpride bushhog (Serial #826-376(), 8-ft 6-way blade attachment for skid steer (Serial# G059265), 2000 White Single Cab GMC Sierra (Vin# 1GTEC14V6Y2300724), Green Tandem Axle Dump Truck (Vin# 1HTCF2570DHA182C3), Consider the surplus of the following items from CARTS to be auctioned on GovDeals, 1995 Ford E350 Van (Vin# 1FDKE30F55HA54734), 2007 Ford E350 Van (Vin# 1FDXE45P57DA32096), Consider new labor rate schedule for the County Garage as follows: Remainder of FY 23 change from $40 to $60 per hour then, beginning Oct. 1, 2023, change to $80 per hour, Approve the County Rebuild Alabama Annual Report (CRAAR) for FY 2022 as required by the Rebuild Alabama Act, Proposed preliminary plat Fair Harbor Subdivision, a major subdivision containing seven lots located off County Road 102, Proposed preliminary plat COBO Subdivision, a minor subdivision containing six lots located off County Road 337, Proposed preliminary plat Amelia Acres Subdivision, a minor subdivision containing 11 lots located off County Road 1338 and County Road 1435, Proposed preliminary plat Archers Point Subdivision, a major subdivision containing 19 Lots located off County Road 2015, Award Bid 1426: Shoulder Material {Installed) to Wheeler Contracting, LLC and Wiregrass Construction Company, Inc based on availability and vicinity, Award Bid 1427:Painting (Labor Only) for the County Owned Property at 310 Third Avenue N.E. I have spent all of my adult lifethe past 33 yearsworking for the Citizens of Cullman County as a deputy sheriff. I have spent the past 32 years in. Going from a three-person to a five-person commission, we will be laying the foundation for the future of the commission. Appointed Matt Smith to the board of the Community Action Partnership of North Alabama for a five-year term expiring in November of 2027. 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. 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. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. County commission recognizes 2023 City Family of the Year Amanda Shavers | The Cullman Times Then commission candidate Corey Freeman. long overdue, and legislation has been pre-filed for the 2023 Regular Legislative. 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. 2 Mars Hill Bible , Chamber celebrates leaders, businesses at gala, Theatre Program to perform 'The Robber Bridegroom', Benjamin Bullard High 66F. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. Concerned Hanceville residents crowd five-member commissions first meeting. What You Need To Know About The 2022 Elections | Cullman Daily County Chairs | Alabama Democrats 1 Cold Springs falls to No. He wanted to be more transparent by being easily accessible to the Cullman County employees and . This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. In 1907, the state established a public health laboratory to ensure the quality of drinking water and milk. What are your thoughts on changing Cullman Countys governance to a 5-person board? 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! NOTE: The Republican Party reserves the right to allow or disallow ballot access, and the campaign committee must approve you. The Cullman County Notification System is available for sign up. Benjamin Bullard Editor's note: The Times is counting down 2020's most. Whereas, a permanent solution to Alabama's overly lenient "Good Time" law is. 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. 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). He has been married to his wife Deborah for 33 years. Cullman County Commission is a government administration company based out of 6894 County Road 818, Logan, Alabama, United States. When the 2024 election cycle rolls around, all four associate commissioner spots will be up for election once again and all for full four-year terms. 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. All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2021 Humble Roots, LLC. 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. 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. 1,576 likes. Nov 1, 2022 1 of 2 Kelly Duke, left, talks with County Commission Chairman Jeff 'Clem' Clemons in March 2020. 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. 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. If you are . Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Jeff Clemons Cullman County Commission Chairman - Facebook Today, Wiley Kitchens. 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. In 1918, Alabama ranked eleven amongst the twelve Southern states in funding of public health. Extended by two years the countys current lease agreement with the Cullman Electric Cooperative for use of the Bates Building, which the co-op uses to store materials related to its Sprout rural internet service. Today, incumbent Kenneth Walker. This was put off for three and-a-half months, and it did become stressful. 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. 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. Alabama GOP 2023 Winter Meeting Resolutions BLOUNT COUNTY FIRE & EMS ASSOCIATION - bcfemsa.org Each of those four areas will deliver one of its residents as an associate commissioner. 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. 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. Abundant sunshine. 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 week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. I feel very honored to represent the people of Cullman County.. Concerned Hanceville residents crowd five-member commission's first Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. 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. CULLMAN, Ala. The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday night approved its $70 million-plus budget. It feels good now to know its over. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. 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. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Veterans, supporters gather to honor fallen, dedicate new memorial Commission chair, school board seat up for grabs Cullman County, Alabama | Official Website Play bingo at Sacred Heart during Oktoberfest! You have permission to edit this article. Its truly an honor when the citizens have this much trust in you, he said. County Commission approves FY 2023 budget, recognizes Ronald Park, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Another issue is transparency in our local county government. Elected three times to the commission, Marchman has served on the commission since 2014. There was a problem saving your notification. The commission also terminated the local emergency declaration put into place at a special meeting Monday due to the inclement wintry weather. 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. 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. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. 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. High 66F. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. The commission reappointed Gordon Sandlin as Chairman to the Local Emergency Planning committee for FY 2022. During Tuesday's regularly scheduled Cullman County Commission Meeting led by Chairman Jeff 'Clem' Clemons, Commissioners Kerry Watson and Garry Marchman approved a well-deserved county-wide pay raise for all Cullman County employees. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. 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. With no Democrat on the ballot, Clemons effectively won the chairmans seat outright with his Tuesday victory. 1FMEU63E87UB28358) to be donated to the Town of Colony. Duke said he is ready for his new responsibilities to the citizens of Cullman County. Disclaimer. Other than roads, what is one specific area that you believe the county commission needs to work on? 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. On the Issues: Philip Widner This week The. 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. The new five-member commission, from left, are associates Kerry Watson, Garry Marchman, chairman Jeff Clemons, Kelly Duke and Corey Freeman. Cullman County Commission 500 2nd Ave SW Cullman, AL 35055 . 1 Board Supervisor Neal Brooks was present. Winds light and variable. Walker will serve out his term through November, when Clemons will be sworn into office. The fee represents an increase over previous annual payments of $15,000 under the joint arrangement. 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.