Freeman attended Wallace State for criminal justice and worked as a volunteer fire fighter in his community. 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! There was a problem saving your notification. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. 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. Sheriff Matt Gentry recommended the approval. 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. Once the new system is in place beyond the current election cycle, all of the commissioner's seats including the chair will be elected to four-year terms. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Today, Wiley Kitchens. Appointed Matt Smith to the board of the Community Action Partnership of North Alabama for a five-year term expiring in November of 2027. 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. 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. 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. Awarded a standing bid for traffic striping to J.C. Cheek Contractors, Inc. This will definitely be challenging and not everything will happen overnight but communication goes a long way in my opinion.. Commission honors retirees; CR 1301 to be resurfaced, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Disclaimer. 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. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Correctional Incentive Time a prisoner may earn, and to amend the circumstances. NOTE: The Republican Party reserves the right to allow or disallow ballot access, and the campaign committee must approve you. Benjamin Bullard Editor's note: The Times is counting down 2020's most. Copyright 2021 Humble Roots, LLC. 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. High 66F. Newly elected Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff Clem Clemons talks on the phone at a watch party Tuesday night. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. 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. 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. Under the current, outgoing setup, the commission is made up of a full-time chair and two full-time associate commissioners. 2021 All Rights Reserved. Added new associate commissioners Freeman and Duke to all county bank accounts. 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. Cullman County Commission is a government administration company based out of 6894 County Road 818, Logan, Alabama, United States. Low 43F. 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. Winner selections were difficult because. 15- JLP-023) in the amount of $41,784 and building automation systems agreement in the amount of $3,813.25 for the HVAC system in the Cullman County Detention Center- annual service contract for HVAC. Award Bid No. Supreme Court hears arguments over student loan, YOULL SEE THEM AGAIN': No. Cullman County Parks and Recreation camping rates will increase for the first time in six years beginning March 1. 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. 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. 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! 1342 for polypropylene pipe to Bear Concrete Products. Contact. Chairman Clemons promised to work hard for the citizens of Cullman County when he took office in 2020. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A Local students named to Ole Miss Chancellors Honor Roll, Deans Honor Ratify abatement for BBLU lnc. More information on the program is expected at a later date. Bradshaw H Grady Library, Valley, AL Cherokee County County Chair 1 Cold Springs falls to No. 2023-17 for the vacation and surplus of a portion Freeman is the father of two sons and is proudly married to wife Tonya. 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. 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. As I have gone around Cullman County the past few months I have talked to voters who support and oppose the tax and what they have in common is they want this issue decided March 3rd. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. We have some good guys here and I think well continue to have good men on the commission that we can work with to make progress.. 1299 extension for guardrails to Alabama Guardrail, Awarded Bid no. Each department within the Cullman County Commission will receive a 5.64% pay raise plus a pay scale adjustment. Authorize workers comp renewal with County Risk Services for FY 2023 in the amount of $553,375.31. PUBLIC HEARINGS . 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. Jeff Clemons Cullman County Commission Chairman. The commission also terminated the local emergency declaration put into place at a special meeting Monday due to the inclement wintry weather. "We. Clemons wins runoff to take commission chairmans seat. Another issue is transparency in our local county government. The next Cullman County Commission meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 18, in the Cullman County Courthouse Commission Meeting Room. But I started getting back out in June and seeing people across the county a lot of touching base with folks was through social media and Im just grateful that they followed through with their support for me tonight.. This is my biggest like in working in our Commission and for the people. Consider the surplus of a 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (Vin No. Today, incumbent Kenneth Walker. Serving on the commission since 2014, Watson said, Ive always like helping people and I felt like the commission was the best way for me to help the community and do what was right by them and represent them the way they ought to be represented. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Each of those four areas will deliver one of its residents as an associate commissioner. Newly elected Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff "Clem" Clemons talks on the phone at a watch party Tuesday night. Do you support the 1-cent sales tax for education? 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. 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. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. 1341 for herbicides and adjuvants to Helena Chemical, Awarded Bid no. Walker will serve out his term through November, when Clemons will be sworn into office. The Cullman County Notification System is available for sign up. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. The countys current contract with landfill owner Cullman Environmental, Inc. is up for renewal next year, under a pricing structure that pegs future customer rate increases to changes in the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI). Whereas, a permanent solution to Alabama's overly lenient "Good Time" law is. He has been married to his wife Deborah for 33 years. 256-255-5011; jclemons2020@outlook.com; 534 County Road 945 Cullman, AL 35057 A recent dividend payment was received by the commission for $36,000. Thanks to a 2019 legislative change, the commission's current three-member structure is expanding. 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. I have spent all of my adult lifethe past 33 yearsworking for the Citizens of Cullman County as a deputy sheriff. 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. 1FMEU63E87UB28358) to be donated to the Town of Colony. 2022 All Rights Reserved.This site is designed and maintained by theCullman County Commission500 2nd Ave SWCullman, AL 35055. 2022 All Rights Reserved.This site is designed and maintained by theCullman County Commission500 2nd Ave SWCullman, AL 35055. This is a 100% grant for high traffic/incident areas. County commission recognizes 2023 City Family of the Year, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 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. Consider authorizing the chairman to sign the North Alabama Highway Safety Grant for FY 2023. 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. 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. Approved a $20,000 payment to the City of Hanceville for its participation in cleaning and maintaining Mud Creek for the 2022 fiscal year. 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. 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. Doug Davenport of County Parks and Recreation explained that the current company changed hands multiple times, making credit card processing impossible at times. I enjoy helping our citizens in any way possible. 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. 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. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Authorized Kilpatrick to separately apply for a $20,000 grant through the National Network of Public Health Institutes. 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. 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. 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. 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. . 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). 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. Approved the commissions regular meeting calendar for the 2023 calendar year. 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. Cullman County Commission Chairman, Jeff 'Clem' Clemons, has officially served a whole year, and the accomplishment continues to add up. Chairman Clemons was authorized to sign the Amendment to IAC Program. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. There was a problem saving your notification. 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. The commission opted to approve the new deal. When youre out for that long, you lose your momentum. All Rights Reserved. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. 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. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. Jeff Clem Clemons at the Tuesday, Feb. 11 Cullman County Republican Womens dinner. 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. 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. County EMA Director Tim Sartain explained this is a 100% funded grant, therefore it will be no cost to the County. 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). 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. 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. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. If elected, I want to be a conservative steward of taxpayer money and find areas to save taxpayer money. 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. Welcome to Cullman County! He wanted to be more transparent by being easily accessible to the Cullman County employees and . 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, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Bobo was seeking sponsorship of approximately five schools at the cost of $1,000 each. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. Elected three times to the commission, Marchman has served on the commission since 2014. 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. 1410: Fog & Scrub Seal to Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions. 1338 for lease of one or more excavators to Warrior Tractor, Awarded Bid no. 2 Mars Hill Bible , Chamber celebrates leaders, businesses at gala, Theatre Program to perform 'The Robber Bridegroom'. 2FAFP71W45X156137) to be donated to State Probation-Cullman County Office, Consider the surplus of a 2007 Ford Explorer from the Sheriffs Office fleet (Vin No. Abundant sunshine. The Republican chairmen of the House Oversight Committee and the subcommittee on the coronavirus pandemic requested information from several people, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, surrounding the. Consider adopting revisions to the Cullman County Commission Employee Handbook, effective Oct. 1, 2022. 1412: Micro Surfacing to Whitaker Contracting Corp. 234. Never afraid to get his hands dirty, Marchman worked at Americold and other local factories before joining the military. 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. 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. Its truly an honor when the citizens have this much trust in you, he said. 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. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Cullman County Commission holds first five-person meeting, PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Tags Commission Chairman Politics Work. The following agenda items were approved: The next Cullman County Commission meeting will be on Tuesday, March 21, at the Cullman County Courthouse. Abundant sunshine. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. 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. Both the Republican and Democratic party primary elections will be held on May 24 of this year. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. to Bryant Enterprises. Eleven changes will go into the handbook which will be published online and be public record. There is nothing greater a public servant can do-whether thats as a deputy sheriff or as an elected officialbut to help people! The work session begins at 4 p.m. and the regular meeting at 6. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. No such issues are expected with the new company. He shared, Serving is a passion. The item was previously approved, but County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick found a lower price afterward. The new five-member commission, from left, are associates Kerry Watson, Garry Marchman, chairman Jeff Clemons, Kelly Duke and Corey Freeman.