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. 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. I have spent the past 32 years in. Upon his retirement, Marchman returned to what he loved cattle and crop farming. long overdue, and legislation has been pre-filed for the 2023 Regular Legislative. In 1907, the state established a public health laboratory to ensure the quality of drinking water and milk. If the referendum does not pass, would you consider the county commissioners approving a sales tax for education? He shared, Serving is a passion. Welcome to Cullman County! 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. Appointed Matt Smith to the board of the Community Action Partnership of North Alabama for a five-year term expiring in November of 2027. bbullard@cullmantimes.com. I feel very honored to represent the people of Cullman County.. 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). 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! Added new associate commissioners Freeman and Duke to all county bank accounts. What are your thoughts on changing Cullman Countys governance to a 5-person board? 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. Award Bid No. Low 43F. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. 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. Approved the commissions regular meeting calendar for the 2023 calendar year. Concerned Hanceville residents crowd five-member commissions first meeting. "We. This is my biggest like in working in our Commission and for the people. Nov 1, 2022 1 of 2 Kelly Duke, left, talks with County Commission Chairman Jeff 'Clem' Clemons in March 2020. 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.. 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! 2022 All Rights Reserved.This site is designed and maintained by theCullman County Commission500 2nd Ave SWCullman, AL 35055. 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. Approved a plat proposal for Fly South Campground Phase 1, a major RV subdivision consisting of 42 lots located along County Road 1196. 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. Another issue is transparency in our local county government. 2022 All Rights Reserved.This site is designed and maintained by theCullman County Commission500 2nd Ave SWCullman, AL 35055. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. Cullman County Parks and Recreation camping rates will increase for the first time in six years beginning March 1. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.. A clear sky. 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. The item was previously approved, but County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick found a lower price afterward. More information on the program is expected at a later date. 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. 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. Awarded a standing bid for traffic signage to Traffic Signs, Inc. and Vulcan, Inc., with as-needed purchases to be based on price, availability, and proximity. 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. 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. Jeff Clemons Cullman County Commission Chairman. CULLMAN, Ala. The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday night approved its $70 million-plus budget. 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 County administrator to sign billing authorization form for lnfintech BridgePay for credit card processing at County parks. Chairman Jeff Clemons, (R) Commissioner Kerry Watson, (R-Place 1) Commissioner Garry Marchman, (R-Place 2) . 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. This week The Times will publish Q&As with the four candidates seeking the Cullman County Commission Chairman seat. When youre out for that long, you lose your momentum. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. Clems stepson Justin has been with Cullman County Sheriffs Office for 18 years. Today, incumbent Kenneth Walker. Winds light and variable. Important Dates: A recent dividend payment was received by the commission for $36,000. Contact. The new five-member commission, from left, are associates Kerry Watson, Garry Marchman, chairman Jeff Clemons, Kelly Duke and Corey Freeman. The fee represents an increase over previous annual payments of $15,000 under the joint arrangement. 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. He shared, I am excited to be a part of a new style of the Cullman County Commission. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The commission opted to approve the new deal. I believe people who live in the non-incorporated areas enjoy the freedom they have in the county. 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. The work session begins at 4 p.m. and the regular meeting at 6. 1 Cold Springs falls to 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. 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. 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. 256-255-5011; jclemons2020@outlook.com; 534 County Road 945 Cullman, AL 35057 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. 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. The Cullman County Notification System is available for sign up. Cullman County Commissioners Garry Marchman, Kerry Watson, Chairman Jeff Clemons, Miss Cullman County Fair Alexis Sartin and Commissioners Corey Freeman and Kelly Duke (Amy Leonard for The Cullman Tribune) In other business, the commission approved the following: Change speed limit to 25 mph on County Road 1121 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. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. PUBLIC HEARINGS . Education, community, local government focus of annual State of Our Communities PREP BASKETBALL: Arab falls to No. 4 Pleasant Grove in 5A State Finals 53-36, PREP BASKETBALL: No. Duke said he is ready for his new responsibilities to the citizens of Cullman County. Newly elected Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff "Clem" Clemons talks on the phone at a watch party Tuesday night. The 3% increase was built into the original contract. Authorized a $27,839.43 payment to ADS Security for upgrades to the courthouses current door access system. Cullman County Commission 500 2nd Ave SW Cullman, AL 35055 . Abundant sunshine. 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. 1 Cold Springs falls to No. Newly elected Cullman County Commission Chairman Jeff "Clem" Clemons talks on the phone at a watch party Tuesday night. 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. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. 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.