Clem grew up in Bug Tussle and is a graduate of Cold Springs High School and the Jefferson County Law Enforcement Academy. Cullman County Commission Approves Well Deserved Pay Raise County EMA Director Tim Sartain explained this is a 100% funded grant, therefore it will be no cost to the 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. 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. The work session will be at 4 p.m. and regular meeting at 6. 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. Jeff Clem Clemons at the Tuesday, Feb. 11 Cullman County Republican Womens dinner. 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. If you are experiencing an emergency situation, Dial . Authorize County administrator to sign billing authorization form for lnfintech BridgePay for credit card processing at County parks. 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. 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. 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. On the Issues: Philip Widner | News | cullmantimes.com 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 Emergency Management Agency director Tim Sartin to apply for an Emergency Management Performance Grant grant for 2023. 256-255-5011; jclemons2020@outlook.com; 534 County Road 945 Cullman, AL 35057 1 Cold Springs falls to No. 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. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Consider authorizing the chairman to sign the North Alabama Highway Safety Grant for FY 2023. Low 43F. 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. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. 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. After a three-month delay that placed both voters and candidates into unfamiliar territory when it came to forecasting Tuesdays GOP primary runoff, challenger Jeff Clemons walked away from the race with a decisive victory over incumbent Kenneth Walker in the contest for the chairmans seat on the Cullman County Commission. Chairman Clemons was authorized to sign the Amendment to IAC Program. Elected three times to the commission, Marchman has served on the commission since 2014. 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. 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. If the referendum does not pass, would you consider the county commissioners approving a sales tax for education? This is an annual contract renewal. Concerned Hanceville residents crowd five-member commissions first meeting. When youre out for that long, you lose your momentum. Starting off as a dispatcher at the Cullman County Sheriffs Office in 1986, the deputy sheriff worked in investigations, patrol and was captain of the Special Projects Division. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. 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. "We. No such issues are expected with the new company. The project will be funded by a $300,000 High Risk Rural Road (HRRR) grant funded by the United States Department of . 1338 for lease of one or more excavators to Warrior Tractor, Awarded Bid no. Correctional Incentive Time a prisoner may earn, and to amend the circumstances. 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. PUBLIC HEARINGS . 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Proposed plat at Hidden Hills subdivision, a major subdivision containing 58 lots located off County Road 2120. 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). This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. The Cullman County Notification System is available for sign up. BLOUNT COUNTY FIRE & EMS ASSOCIATION - bcfemsa.org bbullard@cullmantimes.com. 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. Under the current, outgoing setup, the commission is made up of a full-time chair and two full-time associate commissioners. Cullman County Commission and the ties that bind, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. The coverage under the approved plan takes effect on Dec. 1 of this year. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. All meetings will be held in the first-floor commission meeting room of the Cullman County Courthouse. 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. Proposed plat at Johnnys Junction subdivision, a minor subdivision containing three lots located off County Road 1763. The work session begins at 4 p.m. and the regular meeting at 6. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. More information on the program is expected at a later date. 1411: Placement of Surface Treatments to Charlie E. Watts, Inc. Award Bid No. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. Contact. You have permission to edit this article. 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. Copyright 2022 Humble Roots, LLC. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. He has been married to his wife Deborah for 33 years. 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. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. What makes you the best candidate for the office of County Commission Chairman? 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Ratify abatement for BBLU lnc. Authorize workers comp renewal with County Risk Services for FY 2023 in the amount of $553,375.31. 1339 for bituminous plant mix (installed) to Good Hope Contracting, Awarded Bid no. Clemons wins runoff to take commission chairman's seat 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. 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. Low 43F. 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. Commission Chairman Jeff Clemons said, as he embraced Wilson, We are just so thankful for all you do with Curts Closet for the families in Cullman County.. 2021 All Rights Reserved. PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. NOTE: The Republican Party reserves the right to allow or disallow ballot access, and the campaign committee must approve you. Play bingo at Sacred Heart during Oktoberfest! Commission Chairman Jeff Clem Clemons has dedicated his life to working for the betterment of Cullman County and its citizens. 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. 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! 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. 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. With 50 of 50 boxes reporting late Tuesday, Clemons enjoyed a lead of 9,728 votes over Walkers 4,916. It feels good now to know its over. High 66F. 1,576 likes. Commission chair, school board seat up for grabs Winds light and variable. Approved the commissions regular meeting calendar for the 2023 calendar year. Do you support the 1-cent sales tax for education? I have worked during my career throughout Cullman County and I see the needs of all County County Citizens. "We've tried to place them in areas where we expect there will be a large amount of people who can use the extra help," explained county commission chairman Jeff Clemons on Wednesday. Supreme Court hears arguments over student loan, YOULL SEE THEM AGAIN': No. 1409: Cold Laid Plant Mix to Advanced Asphalt Products, LLC, Award Bid No. Disclaimer. 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. Authorize Coroner to apply for the National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI) grant in the amount of $20,000. What are your thoughts on changing Cullman Countys governance to a 5-person board? Appointed Matt Smith to the board of the Community Action Partnership of North Alabama for a five-year term expiring in November of 2027. If elected, I want to be a conservative steward of taxpayer money and find areas to save taxpayer money. No decision was made public by the commission. 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. NASAs Artemis I Mega Rocket launches Orion to Moon, CCBOE recognizes Holly Pond FFA students, teachers. Clems stepson Justin has been with Cullman County Sheriffs Office for 18 years. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. The commission also terminated the local emergency declaration put into place at a special meeting Monday due to the inclement wintry weather. He retired after 33 years with the department. High 66F. There was a problem saving your notification. County commission recognizes 2023 City Family of the Year The 3% increase was built into the original contract. Added new associate commissioners Freeman and Duke to all county bank accounts. Alabama GOP 2023 Winter Meeting Resolutions With no Democrat on the ballot, Clemons effectively won the chairmans seat outright with his Tuesday victory. 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. 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. Walker will serve out his term through November, when Clemons will be sworn into office. Consider adopting revisions to the Cullman County Commission Employee Handbook, effective Oct. 1, 2022. Jeff Clemons Cullman County Commission Chairman. 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. 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. 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. 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 commission opted to approve the new deal. Never afraid to get his hands dirty, Marchman worked at Americold and other local factories before joining the military. 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. Important Dates: 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. I enjoy helping our citizens in any way possible. 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. There is nothing greater a public servant can do-whether thats as a deputy sheriff or as an elected officialbut to help 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. Alabama Department of Public Health - Wikipedia 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. PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Bobo was seeking sponsorship of approximately five schools at the cost of $1,000 each. Winds light and variable. I feel very honored to represent the people of Cullman County.. Clemons wins runoff to take commission chairmans seat. long overdue, and legislation has been pre-filed for the 2023 Regular Legislative. Abundant sunshine. Ratify Bid No. 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. 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. Nov 1, 2022 1 of 2 Kelly Duke, left, talks with County Commission Chairman Jeff 'Clem' Clemons in March 2020. 1299 extension for guardrails to Alabama Guardrail, Awarded Bid no. Should Cullman County have home rule authority; why/why not? 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. I do not see any circumstances which the tax would come back up before the county commission. to Bryant Enterprises. 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. On the Issues: Philip Widner This week The. William (Billy) Troutman - Adjunct Professor - Athens State University

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