FY 2024 Archive
Commission Meeting Minutes
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, September 23, 2024
6:03pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, September 23, 2024 at 6:03pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Chairman Mercer gave the Invocation. Commissioner Hines led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Brantley Ann Barrett, 12U Alabama Open Horseman Association (AOHA) Pole Bending State Champion (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Firefighter Appreciation Proclamation (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Hunger Action Awareness Proclamation (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the National Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) Proclamation (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Minutes of the September 9, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of September 1, 2024 through September 13, 2024 (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Old Business:
Commissioner Jackson moved to appoint Leon Smith, Jr. to the Elmore County E-911 Board. The motion died for a lack of a second. Commissioner Hines moved to appoint Keith Barnett, Robert Head, and Larry Brown to the Elmore County E-911 Board (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to appoint Richard Langford to the Ridge Improvement District Board (attachment 7). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to appoint Emilie Johnson, John Strickland, Harris Garner, Rhett Smith, and Art Faulkner to the Elmore County Industrial Development Authority Board (ECIDA) (attachment 8). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson, Commissioner Daugherty recused himself, Commissioner Hines, Hill, Jackson, and Chairman Mercer voted in favor of the motion. The motion carried.
New Business:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve budget amendments for the FY2024 Budget (attachment 9). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve ACCA Workers’ Comp contract, (3) three-year renewal (attachment 10). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve revisions to the Elmore County Commission Public Information Access Policy and adoption of appropriate Resolutions (attachment 11). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Chairman to execute agreement with the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) for the collection, management, disposal, and/or offering for beneficial use of discarded tires (attachment 12). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 13)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of termination of Chad Rohler, Equipment Operator II, effective 9/11/2024 (attachment 14)
- Notification of hire of Ezra Jennings, Equipment Operator I, effective 9/23/2024 (attachment 15)
- Notification of termination of David Salum, Deputy, effective 9/6/2024 (attachment 16)
- Notification of reclassification of Patrick East, Investigator to Sergeant, effective 9/22/2024 (attachment 17)
- Notification of reclassification of Bill Wilson, Investigator to Sergeant, effective 9/22/2024 (attachment 18)
- Notification of reclassification of Michael Shirah, Investigator to Sergeant, effective 9/22/2024 (attachment 19)
- Notification of reclassification of Jesse Lock, Investigator to Sergeant, effective 9/22/2024 (attachment 20)
- Notification of reclassification of William Hamrick, Investigator to Sergeant, effective 9/22/2024 (attachment 21)
- Notification of promotion of Richard Morgan, Deputy to Sergeant, effective 9/22/2024 (attachment 22)
- Notification of promotion of Austin Carr, Sergeant to Lieutenant, effective 9/22/2024 (attachment 23)
- Notification of promotion of Benjamin Colley, Sergeant to Lieutenant, effective 9/22/2024 (attachment 24)
- Notification of promotion of Truman Franklin, Sergeant to Lieutenant, effective 9/22/2024 (attachment 25)
- Notification of promotion of Phillip “Wesley” Powell, Sergeant to Lieutenant, effective 9/22/2024 (attachment 26)
- Notification of promotion of Stan Hinson, Lieutenant to Captain, effective 9/22/2024 (attachment 27)
- Notification of promotion of James Talley, Lieutenant to Captain, effective 9/22/2024 (attachment 28)
- Notification of resignation of Dillion Bates, Corrections Officer, effective 9/30/2024 (attachment 29)
- Notification of hire of Ashley Taylor, Tag Clerk (replace S. Gates), effective 9/23/2024 (attachment 30)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, September 9, 2024
5:37pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, September 9, 2024 at 5:37pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Vice-Chairman Daugherty, he clarified his comments on the recent school social media and security threats. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, and Henry Hines. Chairman Bart Mercer and Commissioner Desirae Lewis Jackson were not present for the meeting. Commissioner Hill gave the Invocation. Commissioner Hines led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Constitution Week Proclamation (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and all Commissioners present voted unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Extension Week Proclamation (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Minutes of the August 12, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of August 3, 2024 through August 30, 2024 (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Hines moved to approve Chairman to execute Memorandum of Agreement for Management Services of the Elmore County Sheriff’s Communications Division (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve Chairman Bart Mercer to the ACCA Legislative Committee (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve FY2025 Detention Agreement with Montgomery County for two (2) detention beds (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve FY2025 Long-term Detention Subsidy Contract with Alabama Department of Youth Services (DYS) for one (1) detention bed (attachment 7). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the parameters resolution to proceed with the issuance of county general obligation warrants to fund capital improvements and authorize the Chairman, Vice Chairman and COO to execute the warrant purchase agreement (attachment 8). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve Chairman and/or COO to execute design contract with Dalhoff Thomas for additional Quality of Life Projects in partnership with the City of Wetumpka (attachment 9). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Bid Inquiry 2024-PW9 Quality of Life Phase II Field Replacement Projects for Eclectic, Holtville, and Tallassee to the lowest bidder and authorize Chairman and COO to purchase necessary materials for projects (attachment 10). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the ARP Allocation Plan Revisions to include necessary budget amendments to handle the expenditures (attachment 11). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve Johnson Controls to continue preventative maintenance activities on Elmore County Courthouse, Judicial, and Jail units (attachment 12). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Dispatch Agreements for municipalities and the County E-911 Board (attachment 13). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the FY2025 Annual Competitive and Public Works Bid Inquiries in the attached spreadsheet to the lowest responsible bidders (attachment 14). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve proposed plat Coventry Plat 5 [66 Lots] (attachment 15)
- Approve proposed plat Hidden Meadows of Stonegate Plat 1 [26 Lots] (attachment 15)
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 16)
- Approve surplus of vehicles for Sheriff’s Department and authorize sale through Gov Deals (attachment 17)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of hire of Robin Clements, Equipment Operator III, effective 8/26/2024 (attachment 18)
- Notification of hire of Chad Rohler, Equipment Operator II, effective 8/26/2024 (attachment 19)
- Notification of hire of Peyton Nelson, Corrections Officer (replace C. Wood), effective 8/12/2024 (attachment 20)
- Notification of transfer of Jack Schlee, Civil Process Server to Corrections Officer, effective 8/19/2024 (attachment 21)
- Notification of promotion of Austin Wilson, Corrections Officer to Deputy (fill vacant slot), effective 8/19/2024 (attachment 22)
- Notification of resignation of Benjamin Moseley, Corrections Officer, effective 8/22/2024 (attachment 23)
- Notification of hire of Derick Beckham Jr., Corrections Officer (replace B. Moseley), effective 8/27/2024 (attachment 24)
- Notification of hire of Kentaevious Kendrick, Deputy (replace S. Rogers), effective 8/27/2024 (attachment 25)
- Notification of transfer of Megan Taylor, Dispatcher Tier II to Admin/IT Clerk (replace M. Taylor), effective 8/28/2024 (attachment 26)
- Notification of hire of Alexander Taylor, Dispatcher Tier I (replace M. Taylor), effective 9/1/2024 (attachment 27)
- Notification of resignation of Kristi Taylor, Dispatcher Tier II, effective 9/3/2024 (attachment 28)
- Notification of resignation of Mitchell Wright, Deputy, effective 9/13/2024 (attachment 29)
- Notification of resignation of R. Kenneth Lewis, Part-time Crenshaw Park Attendant, effective 8/25/2024 (attachment 30)
- Notification of hire of Lisa White, Collections Clerk (replace H. Ellis), effective 9/3/2024 (attachment 31)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Hill moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, August 12, 2024
6:17pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, August 12, 2024 at 6:17pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Daugherty gave the Invocation. Commissioner Hill led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Henry Hines, and Chairman Bert Mercer. Commissioner Desirae Lewis Jackson was not present for the meeting. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Minutes of the July 22, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and all Commissioners present voted unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of July 13, 2024 through August 2, 2024 (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Old Business:
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve a 140 – Special Events Retail Alcohol License Application for The Black Jacket Symphony by JROK Inc. at the Lake Martin Amphitheater, 8878 Kowaliga Road, Eclectic, AL 36024 for event on September 1, 2024 through September 2, 2024 (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Hill moved to approve FY2025 Humane Society of Elmore County Contract (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously. Commissioner Hines moved to approve the FY2025 Budget (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Resolution to level, resurface and traffic stripe Lightwood Road from SR-111 north 3.2 miles to Lake Haven Road (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Resolution to level, resurface and traffic stripe Rose Hill Road from Grandview Road east 1.8 miles to Coosada Road and level, resurface and traffic stripe Airport Road from Coosada Road north 3.2 miles to SR-14 (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve proposed plat for Laurel Ridge Plat 1 [117 lots] (attachment 7)
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 8)
- Approve attached list of Public Works Department equipment as surplus (attachment 9)
- Approve attached list of Facilities Department equipment as surplus (attachment 10)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of promotion of Seth Rogers, Equipment Operator III to Construction Supervisor, effective 7/29/2024 (attachment 11)
- Notification of resignation of David Burke, Equipment Operator I, effective 7/31/2024 (attachment 12)
- Notification of resignation of Josh Hellum, Sign Tech, effective 8/22/2024 (attachment 13)
- Notification of resignation of Garrett Hartzog, Equipment Operator III, effective 8/01/2024 (attachment 14)
- Notification of hire of Jesse Gulsby, Equipment Operator I (replace G. Hartzog), effective 8/26/2024 (attachment 15)
- Notification of resignation of William Isaac Little, Equipment Operator I, effective 8/15/2024 (attachment 16)
- Notification of hire of Cutter Welch, Equipment Operator I (replace W. Little), effective 8/26/2024 (attachment 17)
- Notification of hire of Sophia Glenn, Project Inspector, effective 8/26/2024 (attachment 18)
- Notification of retirement of Charles Murphy, Equipment Operator II, effective 9/01/2024 (attachment 19)
- Notification of termination of Anthony “Andy” Ricks, Part-time Environmental Officer, effective 7/15/2024 (attachment 20)
- Notification of transfer of Jack Schlee, Corrections Officer to Civil Process Server (replace J. Werho), effective 7/23/2024 (attachment 21)
- Notification of hire of Kyle Johnston, Corrections Officer (replace J. Schlee), effective 7/18/2024 (attachment 22)
- Notification of resignation of Christine Kodya, Sergeant, effective 7/25/2024 (attachment 23)
- Notification of hire of Lee “Colby” Pearson, Corrections Officer (replace C Kodya), effective 7/30/2024 (attachment 24)
- Notification of transfer of Chad Wood, Corrections Officer to Environmental Officer, effective 7/29/2024 (attachment 25)
- Notification of resignation of Christina Martinez, Dispatcher Tier II, effective 8/10/2024 (attachment 26)
- Notification of hire of Savannah Bullard, Dispatcher Tier II (replace C. Martinez), effective 8/15/2024 (attachment 27)
- Notification of hire of Leighton Greenlee, School Resource Officer (replace M. Oates), effective 8/12/2024 (attachment 28)
- Notification of resignation of John Daniel, Deputy, effective 8/18/2024 (attachment 29)
- Notification of resignation of Payton Fuller, Dispatcher Tier II, effective 8/21/2024 (attachment 30)
- Notification of hire of Kelsey McDonald, Dispatcher Tier I (replace P. Fuller), effective 8/27/2024 (attachment 31)
- Notification of transfer of Monica Clements, Analyst to Admin/IT Clerk (replace C. Irvin), effective 8/5/2024 (attachment 32)
- Notification of promotion of Cathryn Irvin, Admin IT Clerk to Analyst (replace M. Clements), effective 8/5/2024 (attachment 33)
- Notification of hire of Martin Beeman, School Resource Officer, effective 9/01/2024 (attachment 34)
- Notification of resignation of Madison Taylor, Admin/IT Clerk, effective 9/27/2024 (attachment 35)
- Notification of resignation of Ivory Champion, Part-time Intern HR, effective 7/03/2024 (attachment 36)
- Notification of retirement of Pamela Glover, Purchasing Specialist, effective 7/11/2024 (attachment 37)
- Notification of promotion of Bethany Elliott, EMA Specialist I to EMA Specialist II, effective 8/11/2024 (attachment 38)
- Notification of resignation of Stephanie Gates, Tag Clerk, effective 8/20/2024 (attachment 39)
Under Additional Reports to the Commission from the Work Session, Commissioner Hill stated that Elmore County does have the lowest ad valorem tax in the state, Marion County has made some changes.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Daugherty moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, July 22, 2024
5:11pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, July 22, 2024 at 5:11pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Vice Chairman Daugherty. Commissioner Hines gave the Invocation. Commissioner Hill led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Henry Hines. Chairman Bart Mercer was not present for the meeting. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Minutes of the July 8, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and all Commissioners present voted unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of June 29, 2024 through July 12, 2024 (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Old Business:
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the proposed vacation by adjoining landowner of a portion of Brantley Road off Rigsby Road and an Unnamed Road off Brantley Road (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve Petition for Reimbursement of Excess Funds from Tax Sale of Real Property by Delta Properties, LLC for 17-05-21-0-002-083.000 (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve setting a Public Hearing on Monday, August 12, 2024 at 5pm for a 140 – Special Events Retail Alcohol License Application for The Black Jacket Symphony by JROK Inc. at the Lake Martin Amphitheater, 8878 Kowaliga Road, Eclectic, AL 36024 for event on September 1, 2024 through September 2, 2024 (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 5)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of hire of Payton Walls, Part-time Equipment Operator I, effective 7/09/2024 (attachment 6)
- Notification of hire of Dontreal Barris, Equipment Operator III, effective 07/15/2024 (attachment 7)
- Notification of hire of Ricky Gray, Equipment Operator II, effective 7/15/2024 (attachment 8)
- Notification of hire of William Spivey, Equipment Operator I, effective 7/29/2024 (attachment 9)
- Notification of termination of Kristalynn File, Corrections Officer, effective 6/28/2024 (attachment 10)
- Notification of hire of Chelsea Weltman, Dispatcher Tier I (replace A. Bass), effective 7/22/2024 (attachment 11)
- Notification of hire of Tyler Castro, Corrections Officer (replace K. File), effective 7/22/2024 (attachment 12)
- Notification of promotion of Parker Crosby, Seargeant SO to Lieutenant Corrections (fill vacant slot), effective 7/24/2024 (attachment 13)
- Notification of resignation of Saul Rogers, Deputy, effective 7/25/2024 (attachment 14)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, July 8, 2024
5:22pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, July 8, 2024 at 5:22pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Daugherty gave the Invocation. Commissioner Jackson led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. Commissioner Henry Hines was not present for the meeting. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Minutes of the June 24, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and all Commissioners present voted unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of June 15, 2024 through June 28, 2024 (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Old Business:
Commissioner Hill moved to appoint Robert Ward to the Elmore Water and Sewer Authority Board (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve authorizing COO to execute new (4) four-year lease and maintenance agreement for copiers off Sourcewell contract for Revenue, Probate, and operations (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve authorizing Chairman and Sheriff to execute contract with QCHC for Healthcare Services at the Elmore County Jail (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve authorizing Chairman and COO to execute agreements with CMH Architects for design services related to the Jail and Judicial Complex (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve adopting the FY 2025 Rebuild Alabama County Transportation Plan (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve executing a lease agreement with the Water Works & Sewer Board of the City of Wetumpka to install and maintain a lift station at the County Public Works facility (attachment 7). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve executing Construction Agreement with ALDOT to resurface on Dexter Road/Pierce Chapel Road from Grier Road to SR-170-Site 1; resurface on Old Salem Road from SR-170 to Chubbehatchee Creek-Site 2. Project #STPMN-2624 (251); ECP 26-41-23 (attachment 8). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 9)
- Approve extension of lease for Corn Creek Park as requested by Coosa River Paddling Club (attachment 10)
- Approve 24 hours sick leave donation from Tracy Jackson to Tyrondia Heard (attachment 11)
- Approve 40 hours sick leave donation from James Stroud to Tyrondia Heard (attachment 12)
- Approve 200 hours sick leave donation from Carlus Richardson to Tyrondia Heard (attachment 13)
- Approve 26 hours sick leave donation from Nathaniel Tuck to Tyrondia Heard (attachment 14)
- Approve 24 hours sick leave donation from Brady Amerson to Tyrondia Heard (attachment 15)
- Approve 144 hours sick leave donation from Parker Crosby to Tyrondia Heard (attachment 16)
- Approve 20 hours sick leave donation from Preston Jones to Tyrondia Heard (attachment 17)
- Approve 50 hours sick leave donation from Kyle Foster to Tyrondia Heard (attachment 18)
- Approve 48 hours annual leave donation from Alicia Labron to Tyrondia Heard (attachment 19)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of hire of Ricky Gray, Equipment Operator II, effective 7/15/2024 (attachment 20)
- Notification of resignation of Jeffrey Werho, Deputy, effective 6/29/2024 (attachment 21)
- Notification of hire of Trenton Darden, Corrections Officer (replace J. Shaner),effective 7/2/2024 (attachment 22)
- Notification of resignation of Alice Bass, Dispatcher Tier II, effective 7/13/2024 (attachment 23)
- Notification of hire of Jewel Marvin, Corrections Officer (replace S. Frazier), effective 7/14/2024 (attachment 24)
- Notification of hire of Jamison Hammond, Deputy (fill vacant slot), effective 7/22/2024 (attachment 25)
- Notification of hire of Sherrie Stinson, Administrative Assistant (replace B. Driver), effective 7/8/2024 (attachment 26)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, June 24, 2024
5:30pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, June 24, 2024 at 5:30pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Jackson gave the Invocation. Commissioner Hill led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Julius Williams, Class 6A Bryant-Jordan Student Achievement Recipient (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Minutes of the June 10, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of June 1, 2024 through June 14, 2024 (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve FY 2025 Commission Meeting Dates (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve FY 2025 Holiday Schedule (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 5)
- Approve Declaration of Emergency Illness for Tyrondia Heard, Corrections Officer (attachment 6)
- Approve Family Medical Leave Request for Tyrondia Heard, Corrections Officer (attachment 7)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of termination of Nicholas Henderson, Equipment Operator I, effective 6/6/2024 (attachment 8)
- Notification of resignation of Johnnie Shaner, Corrections Officer, effective 6/14/2024 (attachment 9)
- Notification of retirement of Chris Ziegler, Major, effective 6/28/2024 (attachment 10)
Under Additional Reports to the Commission from the Work Session, Commissioner Hines reminded residents that Arrow Disposal would not pick up on Thursday, July 4. They would run one day behind, Thursday pickup on Friday and Friday on Saturday.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, June 10, 2024
5:26pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, June 10, 2024 at 5:26pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Hill gave the Invocation. Chairman Mercer led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. Commissioner Mack Daugherty was not present for the meeting. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Deborah Stringfellow, Alabama Teacher of the Year (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and all Commissioners present voted unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Proclamation (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Minutes of the May 28, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of May 18, 2024 through May 31, 2024 (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Hines moved to approve setting a Public Hearing on Monday, July 22 at 5pm to consider the proposed vacation by adjoining land owner of a portion of Brantley Road off Rigsby Road and an Unnamed Road off Brantley Road (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve awarding Bid Inquiry 2024-12 Surplus Scrap Metal to the highest responsible bidder (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 6)
- Approve surplus of vehicles for Sheriff’s Department and authorize sale through Gov Deals (attachment 7)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of hire of Graham Baker, Part-time Intern Equipment Operator, effective 6/3/2024 (attachment 8)
- Notification of hire of Kristalynn File, Corrections Officer (replace S. McLeod), effective 5/22/2024 (attachment 9)
- Notification of hire of Jason Crumpton, Deputy (replace W. Maklary), effective 6/4/2024 (attachment 10)
- Notification of retirement of Mildred Ballard, Probate Court Clerk I, effective 6/28/2024 (attachment 11)
- Notification of appointment of Mildred Ballard, Board of Registrars (replace A. Gardner), effective 7/1/2024 (attachment 12)
- Notification of transfer of Patricia “Kim” Hellums, Personal Property Appraiser I to Probate Court Clerk I (replace M. Ballard), effective 6/17/2024 (attachment 13)
- Notification of promotion of Hannah Ellis, Collections Clerk to Personal Property Appraiser I (replace P. Hellums), effective 6/17/2024 (attachment 14)
- Notification of resignation of Brittani Driver, Administrative Assistant, effective 6/7/2024 (attachment 15)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
5:44pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 5:44pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Chairman Mercer gave the Invocation. Commissioner Daugherty led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. Commissioner Dennis Hill was not present for the meeting. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution recognizing the Stanhope Elmore High School SkillsUSA Cyber Security State Champions, Aiden Klinger and Phoenix Dale (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and all Commissioners present voted unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Minutes of the May 13, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of May 4, 2024 through May 17, 2024 (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve authorizing Sheriff to order eight (8) trucks from Long Lewis Ford, and Chief Engineer to order four (4) trucks from Stivers Ford Lincoln, both state contract holders, for receipt and payment in FY 2025 Budget (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 4)
- Approve proposed plat for Fitzpatrick Commons Group Development [2 units] (attachment 5)
- Approve Resolution designating County Administrator Courtney Clements as a Certified County Administrator [CCA] (attachment 6)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of resignation of Bradley Rhodes, Equipment Operator II, effective 5/30/2024 (attachment 7)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, May 13, 2024
5:54pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:54pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Daugherty gave the Invocation. Chairman Mercer led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. Commissioner Henry Hines was not present for the meeting. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution recognizing the Edgewood Academy Girls Basketball Team as the 2024 AISA 2A State Champions (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and all Commissioners present voted unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Resolution recognizing the Edgewood Academy Boys Basketball Team as the 2024 AISA 2A State Champions (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Barrett Brown, AISA Girls Discus State Champion (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Foster Family Awareness Month Proclamation (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Mental Health Awareness Month Proclamation (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Minutes of the April 22, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of April 13, 2024 through May 3, 2024 (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Old Business:
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve a 140 – Special Events Retail Alcohol License Application for The Black Jacket Symphony by JROK Inc. at the Lake Martin Amphitheater, 8878 Kowaliga Road, Eclectic, AL 36024 for event on July 20, 2024 through July 21, 2024 (attachment 7). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve Annual Report on Insolvents, Errors, Litigations and Unsold Tax Liens for 2023 (attachment 8). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the formation of the Riverfell Improvement District and authorize Chairman and COO to execute necessary documents (attachment 9). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve Resolution to reclassify Marion Spillway Road from State Route 143 east 1.3 miles to Ceasarville Road as a minor collector under the Highway Functional Classification System (attachment 10). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve proposed plat for Coventry Plat 6 [53 lots] (attachment 11)
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 12)
- Approve attached list of Public Works Department equipment as surplus (attachment 13)
- Approve attached list of IT equipment as surplus (attachment 14)
- Approve surplus of vehicles for Sheriff’s Department and authorize sale through Gov Deals (attachment 15)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of resignation of Jonathan Bullock, Equipment Operator I, effective 4/9/2024 (attachment 16)
- Notification of hire of Nicholas Henderson, Equipment Operator I, effective 5/6/2024 (attachment 17)
- Notification of resignation of Daniel Dickey, Project Inspector I, effective 5/20/2024 (attachment 18)
- Notification of resignation of James Oates, School Resource Officer, effective 4/26/2024 (attachment 19)
- Notification of resignation of Santina McLeod, Corrections Officer, effective 5/10/2024 (attachment 20)
- Notification of resignation of William “Kane” Maklary, Investigator, effective 5/10/2024 (attachment 21)
- Notification of resignation of Kelly Williams, Deputy, effective 5/10/2024 (attachment 22)
- Notification of transfer of Monica Clements, IT Specialist to Analyst (replace K. Williams), effective 5/13/2024 (attachment 23)
- Notification of promotion of Stephen Frazier, Corrections Officer to IT Specialist (replace M. Clements), effective 5/13/2024 (attachment 24)
- Notification of hire of Anthony “Andy” Ricks, Part-time Environmental Officer, effective 5/13/2024 (attachment 25)
- Notification of resignation of Taron Reaves, Dispatch Supervisor, effective 5/14/2024 (attachment 26)
- Notification of hire of Audrey Moore, Dispatcher Tier II (replace T. Reaves), effective 5/7/2024 (attachment 27)
- Notification of hire of Tonny Borjas, Deputy (replace D. Ammerman), effective 5/15/2024 (attachment 28)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, April 22, 2024
5:30pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, April 22, 2024 at 5:30pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Hines gave the Invocation. Commissioner Daugherty led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. Commissioner Dennis Hill was not present for the meeting. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution recognizing the Stanhope Elmore High School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) team as the 2024 FCCLA State Champions in Event Management (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and all Commissioners present voted unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Fair Housing Month Resolution (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Minutes of the April 11, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of March 30, 2024 through April 12, 2024 (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Hines moved to approve Ivy Classical Academy LLC bonds in accordance with Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve setting a Public Hearing on Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5pm for a 140 – Special Events Retail Alcohol License Application for The Black Jacket Symphony by JROK Inc. at the Lake Martin Amphitheater, 8878 Kowaliga Road, Eclectic, AL 36024 for event on July 20, 2024 through July 21, 2024 (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve authorizing Chairman to execute 911 Dispatch Agreement with City of Millbrook and Elmore County Sheriff (attachment 7). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Resolution to widen, level, resurface and traffic stripe Fitzpatrick Road (CR-74) from SR-143 east 1.92 miles to SR-14 (attachment 8). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 9)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of transfer of Michael Gearreald, Corrections Officer to Civil Process Server (replace J. Wall), effective 4/8/2024 (attachment 10)
- Notification of hire of Stephen Frazier, Corrections Officer (replace M. Gearreald), effective 4/7/2024 (attachment 11)
- Notification of hire of Lee Green, Part-time Corrections Officer, effective 4/23/2024 (attachment 12)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Thursday, April 11, 2024
11:54am
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 11:54am in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Jackson gave the Invocation. Commissioner Hines led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamation
(attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Chairman Mercer called Sheriff Bill Franklin to the podium to share with the Commission information on our dispatchers present and the Proclamation to be presented. Sheriff Franklin stated that he appreciated the Commission taking the time and opportunity for this recognition of what our dispatchers do. At full capacity Elmore County has 25, Millbrook has 12, and Tallassee has 6 dispatchers that serve. Chairman Mercer stated that he appreciates the Sheriff, Sheriff’s Department, and dispatchers as they have one of the toughest jobs because before EMA arrives on the scene, they have had a conversation with the citizen in an emergency situation. Each Commissioner present thanked the dispatchers in attendance and emphasized the importance of the job they do every day.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the National Telecommunicator Week Proclamation (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Minutes of the March 25, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of March 16, 2024 through March 29, 2024 (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve authorizing Chairman to execute the Association of County Commissions of Alabama (ACCA) Self-Insurance Funds Safety Coordinator Resolution (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve proposed plat for Harmony Cove Phase II [12 lots] (attachment 5)
- Approve proposed plat for Harmony Cove Phase III [18 lots] (attachment 5)
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 6)
- Approve Declaration of Emergency Illness for Alice Bass, Dispatcher Tier II (attachment 7)
- Approve 40 hours sick leave donation from Taron Reaves to Alice Bass (attachment 8)
- Approve 24 hours sick leave donation from Walter S. Hinson to Alice Bass (attachment 9)
- Approve 24 hours sick leave donation from D.J. Salum to Alice Bass (attachment 10)
- Approve 40 hours sick leave donation from Timmika Ward to Alice Bass (attachment 11)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of promotion of William Coffel, Deputy to Investigator, effective 3/25/2024 (attachment 12)
- Notification of resignation of Dylan Ammerman, Deputy, effective 3/25/2024 (attachment 13)
- Notification of hire of Clifton Evans, Jr., Part-time Courthouse Security, effective 3/26/2024 (attachment 14)
- Notification of hire of Saul Rogers, Deputy (replace K. Kendrick), effective 4/1/2024 (attachment 15)
- Notification of hire of Aaron Nickolson, Deputy (replace S. Sims), effective 4/5/2024 (attachment 16)
- Notification of resignation of Jerry “Kyle” Wall, Deputy, effective 4/13/2024 (attachment 17)
- Notification of promotion of Jalyn Johnson, Accounting Specialist I to Accounting Specialist II (fill vacant slot), effective 4/7/2024 (attachment 18)
Under Reports from the Commission:
Chairman Mercer introduced each of his fellow Commissioners by District.
Commissioner Hines stated that the Commission had an excellent Spring Cleanup Weekend. This was the biggest event with many teams, churches, neighborhoods, and groups cleaning up our County. Last night we had some storms come through, thank you to our Highway Department they were out late and are still out cleaning up this morning, our volunteer Fire Departments and power companies for getting the power back on. On May 1, we will begin bush hogging on the sides of the road, please watch for our workers.
Commissioner Daugherty stated that he has had the privilege of serving for nine years on this Commission. This will be his last few months in office, as he chose not to run again and his last County Government Day. You are very blessed to be educated in Elmore County. We have a great education system, that is why people move here. He appreciates our Superintendents, Board of Education, administrators, and teachers. His successor, Brad Davis, will be taking over in November. Commissioner Daugherty looks forward to seeing him do great work.
Commissioner Hill stated that it is very important for young people to get involved in government. If you want to see changes in laws, you have to take part in it. The easiest thing you can do is go vote! If you do not vote and others do, there is nothing you can do unless you stand up and vote too.
Commissioner Jackson stated that she graduated from Wetumpka High School in 2007 and sat in this same Courtroom and never imagined that at 31 she would be the youngest Commissioner Elmore County has ever had. It is an example that you can be whatever you want to be when you grow up. Congratulations seniors on taking that first step in getting your diploma.
Chairman Mercer stated that he is an alumni of Holtville High School. He echoed what his fellow Commissioners stated and said to make yourselves available. It is only by the grace of God that he is sitting here and doing this job. He also thanked Arrow Disposal Services Inc. and Gentry for sponsoring lunch and Blue Ridge Water for providing the water today.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, March 25, 2024
5:36pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 5:36pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Hill gave the Invocation. Commissioner Jackson led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Aidan Cockrell, AHSAA Class 1A – 4A Wrestling State Champion [285-pound weight class] (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Mason Nelson, AHSAA Class 5A Wrestling State Champion [106-pound weight class] (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Land Bell, AHSAA Class 5A Wrestling State Champion [144-pound weight class] (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Ramon Lozada, AHSAA Class 5A Wrestling State Champion [120-pound weight class] (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Minutes of the March 11, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of March 2, 2024 through March 15, 2024 (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Hines moved to approve authorizing Chairman to execute the Resolution to adopt the Joint Solid Waste Management Plan for Autauga and Elmore County for a ten-year planning period (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve awarding Bid Inquiry 2024-11 Nyloplast Drain Basin Inlets to the lowest responsible bidder (attachment 7). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve proposed plat for The Preserve Plat 10 [34 lots] (attachment 8)
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 9)
- Approve Job Description of Accounting Specialist II (attachment 10)
- Approve Declaration of Emergency Illness for Kelly Reed, GIS Tech (attachment 11)
- Approve Family Medical Leave Request for Kelly Reed, GIS Tech (attachment 12)
- Approve 100 hours sick leave donation from Jason Chambers to Kelly Reed (attachment 13)
- Approve 40 hours sick leave donation from Brittany Myers to Raven Adams (attachment 14)
- Approve 40 hours sick leave donation from Joshua McDougald to Raven Adams (attachment 15)
- Approve 20 hours sick leave donation from Clifton Lazenby to Raven Adams (attachment 16)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of termination of Deontae Patterson, Corrections Officer, effective 3/13/2024 (attachment 17)
- Notification of hire of Jack Schlee, Corrections Officer (replace D. Patterson),effective 3/14/2024 (attachment 18)
- Notification of hire of Tori Posey, Dispatcher Tier II (replace C. Culley), effective 3/31/2024 (attachment 19)
- Notification of re-hire of Ted Cotton, Part-time Park and Rec Youth Counselor – Crenshaw Park Summer Program, effective 5/24/2024 through 8/2/2024 (attachment 20)
- Notification of re-hire of Rhonda Penn, Part-time Park and Rec Youth Counselor – Crenshaw Park Summer Program effective 5/24/2024 through 08/2/2024 (attachment 21)
There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, March 11, 2024
5:41pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, March 11, 2024 at 5:41pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Chairman Mercer gave the Invocation. Commissioner Hill led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Willie Cox, AHSAA Class 6A Wrestling State Champion [285-pound weight class] (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Christian Preston, AHSAA Class 6A Wrestling State Champion [215-pound weight class] (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Noah Smith, AHSAA Class 6A Wrestling State Champion [132-pound weight class] (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Myles Eyerly, AHSAA Class 5A Wrestling State Champion [285-pound weight class] (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Tyler Payton, AHSAA Class 5A Wrestling State Champion [150-pound weight class] (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Minutes of the February 26, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of February 17, 2024 through March 1, 2024 (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve authorizing Chairman to execute project agreements with the Elmore County Board of Education, Town of Eclectic, City of Tallassee, Tallassee City Schools, and ECEDA for the planned Quality of Life Phase II improvements in Eclectic, Holtville, and Tallassee areas. Approval includes any necessary budget amendments to effectuate the project agreements (attachment 7). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve authorizing Chairman and/or COO to execute agreements with Dalhoff Thomas and Seay Seay Litchfield to handle the design and construction of the planned Quality of Life Phase II improvements. Approval includes any necessary budget amendments to effectuate the design and construction agreements (attachment 8). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve authorizing Chairman to execute the Construction Agreement with ALDOT for the widening and resurfacing on Jackson Road/Old Ware Road/Peace Church Road from Rifle Range Road to Redland Road; Project # STPMN-2624 (250), ECP 26-42-23 (attachment 9). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 10)
- Approve surplus of vehicles for Sheriff’s Department and authorize sale through Gov Deals (attachment 11)
- Approve 20 hours vacation leave donation from Chris Welch to Raven Adams (attachment 12)
- Approve 40 hours sick leave donation from Lisa Colley to Raven Adams (attachment 13)
- Approve 20 hours sick leave donation from Michelle Williams to Raven Adams (attachment 14)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of resignation of Christin Culley, Dispatcher Tier II, effective 2/16/2024 (attachment 15)
- Notification of resignation of Kentaevious Kendrick, Deputy, effective 2/24/2024 (attachment 16)
- Notification of resignation of Tyler Smith, Deputy, effective 2/26/2024 (attachment 17)
- Notification of hire of Jarrett Casaday, Deputy (replace T. Smith), effective 3/4/2024 (attachment 18)
- Notification of hire of Cristina Martinez, Dispatcher Tier II (replace J. Burdell), effective 3/12/2024 (attachment 19)
Under Additional Reports to the Commission from the Work Session, Commissioner Jackson congratulated Commissioner Hines on a successful election that just passed.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, February 26, 2024
5:50pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, February 26, 2024 at 5:50pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Daugherty gave the Invocation. Chairman Mercer led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution recognizing Stanhope Elmore High School Girls Bowling Team as the 2024 AHSAA 6A/7A State Champions (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Minutes of the February 5, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of January 27, 2024 through February 16, 2024 (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Old Business:
Commissioner Jackson moved to appoint El Wanda Penn and Julie Dapprich to the Elmore County DHR Board (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution Appropriating Opioid Settlement Funds for Mental and Behavioral Health Improvements in the Community and the service agreement between the Elmore County Commission and the Family Sunshine Center (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve ARP Allocation Plan Revisions to include necessary budget amendments to handle the expenditures (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve authorizing Chairman to execute Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the City of Prattville for quality-of-life improvements at Cooters Pond Boat Ramp and Legends Parkway (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve budget amendments for FY 22, FY 23, and FY 24 related to the Reappraisal Budget (attachment 7). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve awarding Bid Inquiry 2024-PW6, The Marketplace at 17 Springs, to the lowest responsible bidder. Project award includes any necessary budget amendments to participate 50/50 with the City of Millbrook (attachment 8). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve awarding Bid Inquiry 2024-PW7 Milling Bid and 2024-PW8 Parking Lot Stripe Bid to the lowest responsible bidder (attachment 9). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 10)
- Approve Declaration of Emergency Illness for Raven Adams, Administrative Assistant II (attachment 11)
- Approve 160 hours vacation leave donation from Pam Glover to Raven Adams (attachment 12)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of termination of Caleb Jackson, Equipment Operator I, effective 2/14/2024 (attachment 13)
- Notification of promotion of Layton Luker, Professional Civil Engineer I, effective 2/26/2024 (attachment 14)
- Notification of promotion of Timothy Cannon, Mechanic III to Shop Manager (replace F. Scott), effective 2/26/2024 (attachment 15)
- Notification of promotion of Tommy Henley, Mechanic II to Mechanic III (replace T. Cannon), effective 2/26/2024 (attachment 16)
- Notification of resignation of Jessica Burdell, Dispatcher Tier II, effective 2/9/2024 (attachment 17)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, February 5, 2024
5:26pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, February 5, 2024 at 5:26pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Hines gave the Invocation. Commissioner Daugherty led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the 2024 Blue Gray National Tennis Classic Proclamation (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Resolution supporting Amendment 1 to the Alabama Constitution (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Minutes of the January 22, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of January 13, 2024 through January 26, 2024 (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Hill moved to approve awarding Bid Inquiry 2024-10 Scrap Sign and Scrap Sign Post to the highest responsible bidder (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of hire of Jack Self, Equipment Operator III, effective 2/26/2024 (attachment 5)
- Notification of hire of Joshua Kennedy, Equipment Operator I, effective 3/11/2024 (attachment 6)
- Notification of hire of Jeffrey Werho, Deputy, effective 11/20/2023 (attachment 7)
- Notification of promotion of Camden Moore, Process Server to Deputy, effective 1/15/2024 (attachment 8)
- Notification of hire of Deontae Patterson, Corrections Officer (replace C. Moore), effective 1/22/2024 (attachment 9)
- Notification of hire of Toby Phillips, Corrections Officer (replace W. Barrett), effective 1/16/2024 (attachment 10)
- Notification of hire of Brittani Driver, Administrative Assistant (replace K. Little), effective 1/29/2024 (attachment 11)
- Notification of hire of Catherine Howell, Accounting Specialist (fill vacant slot), effective 2/12/2024 (attachment 12)
- Notification of transfer of Farrell Scott, Asset Manager/Safety Director (replace C. Mulkey), effective 2/25/2024 (attachment 13)
Under Additional Reports to the Commission from the Work Session, Commissioner Hines stated that Valentine’s Day is coming up, remember to take out your wives or girlfriends and enjoy and celebrate together, and remember they don’t always like chocolate. Commissioner Jackson replied to Commission Hines that she likes Skittles for the record.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, January 22, 2024
5:04pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, January 22, 2024 at 5:04pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Jackson gave the Invocation. Commissioner Hines led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Minutes of the January 8, 2024 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of December 23, 2023 through January 12, 2024 (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Old Business:
Commissioner Jackson moved to appoint Olivia Venable to the Elmore County Economic Development Authority (ECEDA) Board (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 3)
- Approve attached list of Public Works Department equipment as surplus (attachment 4)
- Approve Family Medical Leave Request for Rhea Ann Webb, Tag Clerk (attachment 5)
- Approve Family Medical Leave Request for Payton Fuller, Dispatcher Tier II (attachment 6)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of resignation of Haywood McGuire, Part-time Equipment Operator II, effective 1/1/2024 (attachment 7)
- Notification of hire of William Bradberry, Deputy (replace J. Howell), effective 1/5/2024 (attachment 8)
- Notification of resignation of Whitney Barrett, Sergeant, effective 1/11/2024 (attachment 9)
- Notification of resignation of Kimberly Little, Administrative Assistant, effective 1/11/2024 (attachment 10)
- Notification of termination of Christopher Mulkey, Asset Manager/Safety Director, effective 1/11/2024 (attachment 11)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, January 8, 2024
5:44pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, January 8, 2024 at 5:44pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Hill gave the Invocation. Commissioner Jackson led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Jamie Winborn, 2023 Southeastern Conference (SEC) Legends Class (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Human Trafficking Awareness Month Proclamation (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Minutes of the December 11, 2023 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of December 2, 2023 through December 22, 2023 (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Old Business:
Commissioner Hill moved to approve a 050 – Retail Beer (Off Premises Only) and 070 – Retail Table Wine (Off Premises Only) Alcohol License Transfer Application from Kwik Sack 2 to Revv Store by Revv Stores 2 LLC at 10860 US Highway 231, Wetumpka, AL 36092 (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve vacating an unnamed road off Gray’s Ferry Road in Titus, AL by the adjoining landowners (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to appoint Jerome Broughton to the Crenshaw Park Board (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Hill moved to approve Resolution Appropriating Opioid Settlement Funds for TruNarc Handheld Narcotics Analyzers (attachment 7). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve accepting FY 2023 Elmore County Rebuild Alabama Annual Report (attachment 8). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve proposed plat for The Ridge Phase V-A [5 lots] (attachment 9)
- Approve proposed plat for Slapout RV [1 lot] (attachment 9)
- Approve Family Medical Leave Request for Angelica Pelletier, Dispatcher Tier II (attachment 10)
- Approve Declaration of Emergency Illness for Kelly Reed, GIS Tech (attachment 11)
- Approve 40 hours sick leave donation from James Talley to Kelly Reed (attachment 12)
- Approve 40 hours vacation leave donation from James Talley to Kelly Reed (attachment 12)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of termination of James Carroll, Equipment Operator II, effective 12/14/2023 (attachment 13)
- Notification of retirement of Barry Smith, Special Project Superintendent, effective 12/31/2023 (attachment 14)
- Notification of hire of Joshua Keebler, Project Inspector III, effective 2/26/2024 (attachment 15)
- Notification of hire of Johnnie “Lane” Shaner, Corrections Officer, effective 12/17/2023 (attachment 16)
- Notification of hire of Santina McLeod, Corrections Officer, effective 12/17/2023 (attachment 17)
- Notification of resignation of Joshua Howell, Deputy, effective 12/18/2023 (attachment 18)
- Notification of hire of Paul “Cooper” Sumpter, Corrections Officer (replace A. Wilson), effective 12/19/2023 (attachment 19)
- Notification of hire of Ivory Champion, Part-time Intern Human Resources, effective 1/2/2024 (attachment 20)
Under Additional Reports to the Commission from the Work Session, Commissioner Hines stated that the one-year anniversary of the storms to our area is coming up. He asked our residents to be careful and pay attention to the weather tonight, we are in a one out of five category for storms. Commissioner Daughtery stated that he is glad to see Jimmy Woodall back at his first official meeting. Commissioner Daugherty shared that Jimmy was missed and we are so glad he is doing well. He stated that Jimmy is a vital asset to the Commission.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Hines moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, December 11, 2023
5:20pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, December 11, 2023 at 5:20pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Chairman Mercer gave the Invocation. Commissioner Hill led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Resolution honoring the achievements of Macey Stewart, AHSAA Swimming State Champion (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Minutes of the November 27, 2023 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of November 18, 2023 through December 1, 2023 (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Old Business:
Commissioner Hill moved to approve a 011 – Lounge Retail Liquor – Class II (Package) Alcohol License Transfer Application for Redland Package Store by Jani Bhai LLC from 6513 Redland Road, Wetumpka, AL 36093 to 6503 Redland Road, Wetumpka, AL 36093 (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve a 050 – Retail Beer (Off Premises Only) and 070 – Retail Table Wine (Off Premises Only) Alcohol License Transfer Application for Dollar General Store 11576 by DOLGENCORP LLC from 215 Lightwood Road, Deatsville, AL 36022 to 9789 Holtville Road, Wetumpka, AL 36092 (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve setting a Public Hearing on Monday, January 8, 2024 at 5pm for a 050 – Retail Beer (Off Premises Only) and 070 – Retail Table Wine (Off Premises Only) Alcohol License Transfer Application from Kwik Sack 2 to Revv Store by Revv Stores 2 LLC at 10860 US Highway 231, Wetumpka, AL 36092 (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve advertising proposed local legislation regarding the compensation of Elmore County Board of Equalization, Revenue Commissioner, Probate Judge and Sheriff (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 7)
- Approve surplus of vehicles for Sheriff’s Department and authorize sale through Gov Deals (attachment 8)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of promotion of JC Daniels, Equipment Operator III to Construction Supervisor, effective 12/11/2023 (attachment 9)
- Notification of reclassification of Timothy Cannon, Part-time to Full-time Mechanic III, effective 12/11/2023 (attachment 10)
- Notification of hire of Jessica Burdell, Dispatcher Tier I (replace M. Baker), effective 12/3/2023 (attachment 11)
- Notification of termination of Austin D. Wilson, Corrections Officer, effective 12/5/2023 (attachment 12)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Daugherty moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, November 27, 2023
5:24pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, November 27, 2023 at 5:24pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Daugherty gave the Invocation. Chairman Mercer led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Minutes of the November 13, 2023 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of November 4, 2023 through November 17, 2023 (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Hill moved to approve setting a Public Hearing on Monday, December 11, 2024 at 5pm for a 011 – Lounge Retail Liquor – Class II (Package) Alcohol License Transfer Application for Redland Package Store by Jani Bhai LLC from 6513 Redland Road, Wetumpka, AL 36093 to 6503 Redland Road, Wetumpka, AL 36093 (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve setting a Public Hearing on Monday, December 11, 2024 at 5pm for a 050 – Retail Beer (Off Premises Only) and 070 – Retail Table Wine (Off Premises Only) Alcohol License Transfer Application for Dollar General Store 11576 by DOLGENCORP LLC from 215 Lightwood Road, Deatsville, AL 36022 to 9789 Holtville Road, Wetumpka, AL 36092 (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve authorizing Chairman and/or COO to execute two-year agreement with Blackbaud for historical access to financial records (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the donation of a tethered drone/situational awareness system to the City of Tallassee (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve attached list of Public Works Department equipment as surplus (attachment 6)
- Approve 22.50 hours sick leave donation from Courtney Clements Lee to Abraham Billups (attachment 7)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of resignation of Charles Glenn, Equipment Operator I, effective 11/16/2023 (attachment 8)
- Notification of hire of James Tyus, Equipment Operator III, effective 11/27/2023 (attachment 9)
- Notification of hire of James Carroll, Equipment Operator II, effective 12/4/2023 (attachment 10)
- Notification of hire of Christin Culley, Dispatcher Tier II (replace H. Hart), effective 11/13/2023 (attachment 11)
- Notification of hire of Alice Bass, Dispatcher Tier II (replace A. Thornton), effective 11/21/2023 (attachment 12)
- Notification of hire of Wesley Rogers, Deputy, effective 11/25/2023 (attachment 13)
- Notification of resignation of Morgan Baker, Dispatcher Tier II, effective 12/2/2023 (attachment 14)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, November 13, 2023
5:38pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, November 13, 2023 at 5:38pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Hines gave the Invocation. Commissioner Daugherty led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Special Presentation:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Resolution recognizing the Edgewood Academy Volleyball State Championship Team (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Minutes of the October 23, 2023 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of October 14, 2023 through November 3, 2023 (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Hill moved to approve authorizing Chairman to execute lease agreement with Hillside Baptist Church for building located at 210 Old Montgomery Highway, Wetumpka, AL 36092 (former operator – People That Care) for the purpose of providing clothing and resources to individuals with unmet needs (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve authorizing Chairman to execute 2023 Homeland Security Grant Awards and make necessary budget amendments to accommodate the execution of the grants (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve setting a Public Hearing on Monday, January 8, 2024 at 5pm to discuss vacating an unnamed road off Gray’s Ferry Road in Titus, AL by the adjoining landowners (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve authorizing Chairman to execute agreement with the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) for the American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) Drinking Water/ Wastewater Project, including three (3) sites: 1. Prospect Cutoff Road, 2. Antioch Road, 3. Rifle Range Road (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 7)
- Approve Family Medical Leave Request for Angelica Pelletier, Dispatcher Tier II (attachment 8)
- Approve Declaration of Emergency Illness for Abraham Billups, Equipment Operator II (attachment 9)
- Approve Family Medical Leave Request for Abraham Billups, Equipment Operator II (attachment 10)
- Approve 40 hours sick leave donation from Anthony Moe to Abraham Billups (attachment 11)
- Approve 20 hours vacation leave donation from Christopher Welch to Abraham Billups (attachment 12)
- Approve 10 hours sick leave donation from Johnny Wingard to Bradley Rhodes (attachment 13)
- Approve 40 hours sick leave donation from Anthony Moe to Bradley Rhodes (attachment 14)
- Approve 40 hours sick leave donation from Michelle Williams to Bradley Rhodes (attachment 15)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of hire of Jonathan Bullock, Equipment Operator I, effective 10/30/2023 (attachment 16)
- Notification of hire of Joshua Hellums, Equipment Operator I, effective 10/30/2023 (attachment 17)
- Notification of promotion of Sam Antley, Special Project Superintendent, effective 11/13/2023 (attachment 18)
- Notification of hire of Tyler Sweeney, Corrections Officer (replace P. Henderson), effective 10/24/2023 (attachment 19)
- Notification of resignation of Keithen Breaux, Civil Process Server, effective 10/27/2023 (attachment 20)
- Notification of termination of Jason Sanders, Corrections Officer, effective 10/31/2023 (attachment 21)
- Notification of hire of Braden Whaley, Corrections Officer (replace J. Sanders), effective 11/5/2023 (attachment 22)
- Notification of resignation of Haleigh Hart, Dispatcher Tier II, effective 11/1/2023 (attachment 23)
- Notification of resignation of Amber Thornton, Dispatcher Tier II, effective 11/2/2023 (attachment 24)
- Notification of promotion of Paige Thornton, Real Property Appraiser III, effective 11/6/2023 (attachment 25)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Monday, October 23, 2023
5:37pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, October 23, 2023 at 5:37pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Jackson gave the Invocation. Commissioner Hines led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Minutes of the October 10, 2023 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of
September 29, 2023 through October 13, 2023 (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Old Business:
Commissioner Hines moved to approve a 011 – Lounge Retail Liquor – Class II (Package) Alcohol License Application by HAAAP Inc. for Lions Pride Wine and Spirit located at 975 Weoka Road Suite 12, Wetumpka, AL 36092 (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the proposed vacation of a portion of Maverick Circle by the adjoining land owners (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve the Operation Green Light Resolution (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve authorizing Chairman to execute land swap deeds at 17 Springs between the City of Millbrook, Elmore County Commission and Greater Montgomery YMCA (attachment 6). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve renewal of Crosby Drinkard Group, LLC Governmental Affairs Consulting Service Contract for 2024 (attachment 7). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve authorizing Chairman to execute lease agreement with the Elmore County Emergency Communication District (E-911) for land located at 2846 Firetower Road, Wetumpka, AL 36093 for the purposes of a Public Safety Communications Tower (attachment 8). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve authorizing Chairman and COO to execute financing documents with CB&S Bank for dump truck purchases (attachment 9). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hines moved to approve awarding Region 4 Debris Removal Monitoring Services contract for the ACCA County Joint Bid Program to Tetra Tech, INC. (attachment 10). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the attached list of FY 2024 ARP Road Projects (attachment 11). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve updating Elmore County’s Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance to meet the minimum requirements provided by the Office of Water Resources in the States Model Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance (attachment 12). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve authorizing Chief Operations Officer and/or Chief Engineer to execute a three (3) year agreement with CIMS for GPS units for equipment (attachment 13). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 14)
- Approve Declaration of Emergency Illness for Kelly Reed, GIS Tech (attachment 15)
- Approve 40 hours sick leave donation from Regina Marsh to Kelly Reed (attachment 16)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of retirement of Paul Henderson, Corrections Officer, effective 9/28/2023 (attachment 17)
- Notification of hire of Benjamin Wood, Corrections Officer (replace M. Furey), effective10/1/2023 (attachment 18)
- Notification of transfer of Keithen Breaux, Corrections Officer to Civil Process Server (replace A. Oliver II), effective 10/2/2023 (attachment 19)
- Notification of hire of Emily Johnson, Dispatcher Tier II (replace B. Barkley), effective 10/8/2023 (attachment 20)
- Notification of resignation of Emily Johnson, Dispatcher Tier II, effective 10/10/2023 (attachment 21)
- Notification of hire of Amber Thornton, Dispatcher Tier II (replace E. Johnson), effective 11/1/2023 (attachment 22)
- Notification of hire of Mark Hill, Deputy (replace J. Strickland), effective 10/9/2023 (attachment 23)
- Notification of hire of Austin D. Wilson, Corrections Officer (replace J. Hill), effective 10/12/2023 (attachment 24)
- Notification of hire of Tyler George, Corrections Officer (replace K. Stargil), effective 10/12/2023 (attachment 25)
- Notification of hire of Timothy “Tim” Barrett, IT Director, effective 10/20/2023 (attachment 26)
- Notification of appointment of Eugenia Haynes, Board of Registrars (replace R. Wright), effective 10/2/2023
(attachment 27) - Notification of hire of Michelle Davidson, Chief Assessment Clerk (replace D. Bates), effective 10/23/2023
(attachment 28)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Elmore County Commission
Business Meeting
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
5:48pm
MINUTES
The Elmore County Commission met in Regular Session on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 5:47pm in the Elmore County Historic Courthouse Courtroom. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mercer. Commissioner Hill gave the Invocation. Commissioner Jackson led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll was called. There being present Commissioners Henry Hines, Mack Daugherty, Dennis Hill, Desirae Lewis Jackson, and Chairman Bart Mercer. The following proceedings were had to wit:
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Minutes of the September 25, 2023 Commission Meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty moved to approve the Memorandum of Warrants for the period of September 16, 2023 through September 27, 2023 (attachment 1). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
Old Business:
Commissioner Hill moved to approve a 011 – Lounge Retail Liquor – Class II (Package) Alcohol License Application by Georgia Road LLC for G Mart Liquor located at 10786 Georgia Road, Eclectic, AL 36024 (attachment 2). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
New Business:
Commissioner Hines moved to approve setting a Public Hearing on Monday, October 23, 2023 at 5pm for a 011 – Lounge Retail Liquor – Class II (Package) Alcohol License Application by HAAAP INC for Lions Pride Wine and Spirit located at 975 Weoka Road Suite 12, Wetumpka, AL 36092 (attachment 3). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve a Resolution to facilitate investment in broadband infrastructure with Central Alabama Electric Cooperative and the Elmore County Board of Education pursuant to the requirements of Amendment 772 of the Constitution of Alabama of 1901. Investment will have a public benefit to the citizens of Elmore County through increased access for educational purposes, economic development opportunities, and public resources and services. Funding to be allocated to ECEDA for use on the project and includes the necessary budget amendments (attachment 4). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Daugherty and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to approve a Resolution to facilitate investment in broadband infrastructure with Central Alabama Electric Cooperative through ADECA's Alabama Anchor Institution Middle Mile Grant Program pursuant to the requirements of Amendment 772 of the Constitution of Alabama of 1901. Investment will have a public benefit to the citizens of Elmore County through increased access for educational purposes, economic development opportunities, and public resources and services. Funding to be allocated to ECEDA for use on the project and includes the necessary budget amendments (attachment 5). The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Consent Docket as follows:
- Approve Travel Memorandum (attachment 6)
- Approve Family Medical Leave Request for Bradley Rhodes, Equipment Operator IV (attachment 7)
- Approve Declaration of Emergency Illness for Bradley Rhodes, Equipment Operator IV (attachment 8)
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hill. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jackson and passed unanimously.
Personnel Notifications:
- Notification of hire of Caleb Jackson, Equipment Operator I, effective 10/2/2023 (attachment 9)
- Notification of hire of James Graham, Equipment Operator III, effective 10/2/2023 (attachment 10)
- Notification of promotion of Garrett Hartzog, Equipment Operator III, effective 10/2/2023 (attachment 11)
- Notification of hire of Timothy Cannon, Part-time Equipment Operator II, effective 10/17/2023 (attachment 12)
- Notification of hire of Gregory Ward, EMA Specialist I (replace J. Lawrence), effective 10/9/2023 (attachment 13)
There were no additions to the Reports to the Commission from the Work Session. There being no further business to come before the Commission, Commissioner Jackson moved to Adjourn. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hines and passed unanimously.
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