1411: Placement of Surface Treatments to Charlie E. Watts, Inc. Award Bid No. 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. 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 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). Hanceville-area residents packed a Cullman County Commission work session Wednesday. Today, Philip Widner. Both the Republican and Democratic party primary elections will be held on May 24 of this year. Park joked that he had, never worked a day in my life when working for the department. 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. Winds light and variable. Upon his retirement, Marchman returned to what he loved cattle and crop farming. 1342 for polypropylene pipe to Bear Concrete Products. I am Jeff Clemons and I am seeking the Republican nomination for Cullman County Commission Chairman. 1409: Cold Laid Plant Mix to Advanced Asphalt Products, LLC, Award Bid No. 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. Contact. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. Abundant sunshine. PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. Cullman County Commission. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Commissioner Garry Marchman has worn many hats in his lifetime. Clem grew up in Bug Tussle and is a graduate of Cold Springs High School and the Jefferson County Law Enforcement Academy. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. Commissioner Kelly Duke has lived in Welti his whole life, starting school at Welti before graduating from Holly Pond High School in 1990. The work session will be at 4 p.m. and regular meeting at 6. Abundant sunshine. The work session begins at 4 p.m. and the regular meeting at 6. Those little things that come along that you can do that makes a difference in peoples lives- thats the reason I do it.. The Cullman County Notification System is available for sign up. The coverage under the approved plan takes effect on Dec. 1 of this year. 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. Chairman Clemons was authorized to sign the Amendment to IAC Program. 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. 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. Copyright 2021 Humble Roots, LLC. Bobo was seeking sponsorship of approximately five schools at the cost of $1,000 each. County Administrator John Bullard said, We want to be able to budget and stick to that budget when presenting the updated budget, which was approved unanimously. Consider the surplus of a 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (Vin No. This will definitely be challenging and not everything will happen overnight but communication goes a long way in my opinion.. All Rights Reserved. Authorize County administrator to sign billing authorization form for lnfintech BridgePay for credit card processing at County parks. 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. 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. More information on the program is expected at a later date. 1 Cold Springs 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. 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. He shared, I am excited to be a part of a new style of the Cullman County Commission. 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. 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. I enjoy helping our citizens in any way possible. The next Cullman County Commission meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 18, in the Cullman County Courthouse Commission Meeting Room. File 1FMEU63E87UB28358) to be donated to the Town of Colony. 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. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. Consider a one-year maintenance agreement with Johnston Technologies, Inc for battery back up for the Cullman County Sheriffs Office in the amount of $5,484 and authorize signature of all related documents. to Bryant Enterprises. He has been married to his wife Deborah for 33 years. County Commission approves FY 2023 budget, recognizes Ronald Park, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. 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. The commission opted to approve the new deal. Approved an agreement with Byars Wright Insurance for county property and casualty coverage for the 2023 fiscal year, at a premium of $512,159. Approved Swamp Johns food truck to use the south parking lot of the courthouse Feb. 25, 2021 from 3-8 p.m. Approved electronic filing of meetings minutes beginning Feb. 18, 2021, Approved refinancing of 2015 and 2016 water sewer bonds, Approved funding for the additional cost of design and construction required to maintain the 100-foot runway pavement width at the Cullman Regional Airport as part of the runway construction project. 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. 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. 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. Authorize workers comp renewal with County Risk Services for FY 2023 in the amount of $553,375.31. I do NOT believe Cullman County should have home rule. 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. 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. Approved the commissions regular meeting calendar for the 2023 calendar year. 1341 for herbicides and adjuvants to Helena Chemical, Awarded Bid no. On the Issues: Philip Widner This week The. Award Bid No. Authorized a $43,696 lease agreement with Enterprise Rent-A-Car for a 2022 Dodge Ram truck to be used by the appraisal and mapping department. NASAs Artemis I Mega Rocket launches Orion to Moon, CCBOE recognizes Holly Pond FFA students, teachers. Thanks to a 2019 legislative change, the commission's current three-member structure is expanding. Supreme Court hears arguments over student loan, YOULL SEE THEM AGAIN': No. This amendment will allow counties more time to enter the program and set a minimum fee of 3% to the program. Approved an annual payment of $19,404.16 to Harris Local Government for use of its SmartFusion financial software at county offices. The District 2 race fields three candidates: Incumbent associate commissioner Garry Marchman, who faces a challenge from candidates Josh Speakman and Richard Barnett. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. 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. 1 Cold Springs 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). Supreme Court hears arguments over student loan, YOULL SEE THEM AGAIN': No. Supreme Court hears arguments over student loan, YOULL SEE THEM AGAIN': No. Commission Chairman Jeff Clem Clemons has dedicated his life to working for the betterment of Cullman County and its citizens. Low 43F. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. Winds light and variable. Chairman Clemons promised to work hard for the citizens of Cullman County when he took office in 2020. Commission honors retirees; CR 1301 to be resurfaced, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Low 43F. 2 Mars Hill Bible , Chamber celebrates leaders, businesses at gala, Theatre Program to perform 'The Robber Bridegroom'. He shared, Even though it can be a thankless job, every now and then you get an opportunity to do something good for somebody and thats what I like about it. Added new associate commissioners Freeman and Duke to all county bank accounts. Appointed Matt Smith to the board of the Community Action Partnership of North Alabama for a five-year term expiring in November of 2027. 2023-17 for the vacation and surplus of a portion He shared, Serving is a passion. County commission recognizes 2023 City Family of the Year, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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! Cullman Emergency Management Agency director Tim Sartin to apply for an Emergency Management Performance Grant grant for 2023. 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. PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. Clemons wins runoff to take commission chairmans seat. In 1910 it created a Hookworm Commission. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. 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. If you are . Never afraid to get his hands dirty, Marchman worked at Americold and other local factories before joining the military. Abundant sunshine. 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. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. 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. Bradshaw H Grady Library, Valley, AL Cherokee County County Chair 1319 extension for bituminous plant mix (product only) to Good Hope Contracting, Awarded Bid no.1335 for lease of one or more current model backhoe(s) to Warrior Tractor, Awarded Bid no. Tags Commission Chairman Politics Work. Each department within the Cullman County Commission will receive a 5.64% pay raise plus a pay scale adjustment. 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. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. There is nothing greater a public servant can do-whether thats as a deputy sheriff or as an elected officialbut to help people! Council President Folsom opened the public hearing at 7:11 p.m. for Resolution No. PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. High 66F. 1338 for lease of one or more excavators to Warrior Tractor, Awarded Bid no. Authorized a $27,839.43 payment to ADS Security for upgrades to the courthouses current door access system. 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 Ratify abatement for BBLU lnc.