HOMEWOOD, ALABAMA

    17 Sep, 2024
    Council meeting highlights, September 16, 2024 Item 24.08.24: Council approved a request for a crosswalk at Palmetto and Broadway to help with safe passage across that intersection for Edgewood Elementary foot traffic. Item 15.08.24: Council denied a request for a sign variance at 815 Green Springs Hwy., home of Cookie Plug. Item: 28.08.24: Council approved this item, which was a presentation by Maddie Tarpley, with the Homewood High School Environmental Club. They want to create a habitat for Monarch Butterflies in Homewood. She's targeting several spots around the city for these projects. She is being teamed up with our city services and the environmental commission to work out the details of where these habitats will go. Keep an eye out for updates on this exciting project. Agenda: https://bit.ly/4gGyF1B Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA For all the details about this meeting watch the video above.
    27 Aug, 2024
    Mayor Patrick McClusky has announced his retirement from public office effective November 1, 2024, highlighting his desire to spend more time with his family. His heartfelt announcement to the council on August 26, 2024, marked the end of a 16-year journey serving the citizens of Homewood. He was a councilor representing Ward 3 before being elected mayor in 2020. According to the State of Alabama's "Order of Succession" (see below), City Council President Alex Wyatt will step in as the new mayor starting Nov. 1st. Current Council President Pro-Tem Walter Jones will then assume the role as council president. As a result, Councilor Jones’ seat for Ward 3 will become vacant and require a replacement, which the council will appoint in November. There will be an official opening of the process to fill that vacancy. The code below outlines that a vacancy in the mayor’s office, or the city council president’s seat, will be filled without an election. However, the mayor and all council positions will be opened to any candidate for the November 2025 municipal elections. While the last city elections were held in 2020, a new bill passed by the Alabama Legislature adds an extra year to terms for many who were elected or re-elected in 2020. Why the change? Lawmakers hoped to keep from having municipal elections around the state clash with the presidential election this November. _____________________________ The order of succession for a Class 6 city (Homewood) is regulated by Section 11-43-42 of the Code of Alabama , which states in pertinent part as follows: (a) In case of the absence of the mayor from a city of 12,000 or more inhabitants or his inability to serve on account of sickness or any other good reason, the president of the council or the president pro tempore of the council in case of absence or disability of the president of the council shall act as mayor pro tempore with the power and authority of the mayor during such time. In the event of a failure or refusal of the president of the council or the president pro tempore of the council to act, the council may appoint one of its members to act as mayor pro tempore with like effect, which appointment shall be entered in the minutes of the council. In the event of a vacancy from any cause in the office of mayor, the president of the council shall succeed to the office of mayor for the unexpired term. In the event of a vacancy in the office of the president of the council, the president pro tempore shall, in like manner, be president of the council for the unexpired term. In the event of a vacancy in the office of the president pro tempore, the office shall be filled from the membership of the council.
    30 Jul, 2024
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    10 Sep, 2024
    Finance Highlights 09/09/24 Item 21.08.24: The committee considered a request for creating a Homewood beautification plan. The Beautification Board has worked for the last six months soliciting proposals from professional design firms to consider and get a multi year, long term, sustainability focused, phased beautification plan for the city. They have reviewed many other cities around the country and how they put together something like this. While the project's big and long-term, the board proposed a $45k budget for 2025 to get things moving. The committee made a motion to send this item to be discussed during budget hearings taking place over the next couple of weeks. Agenda: https://bit.ly/3XCdje4 Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA Watch the full video above to learn more about all the items presented.
    06 Sep, 2024
    Are you out of the loop on the city manager vote? Or maybe you're well-informed but still have questions or concerns. Either way, this is your chance to get some answers. The city council is holding a public forum on Wednesday, September 11, at 5:30 PM on the second floor of City Hall. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about this vote that is Tuesday, September 24, 2024 . This could change the structure of your city government! To learn more about this topic, check HERE
    04 Sep, 2024
    The City of Homewood recovered a portion of the funds stolen from the city by the former finance director. This initial $500,000 was the result of an insurance payout from the city’s carrier Traveler’s Insurance. The city, with assistance from the city attorney and other investigative agencies, anticipates recovering additional funds. “As we work through this process," says Mayor Patrick McClusky, "we are hopeful that the city will eventually recover the majority, if not the totality, of the embezzled funds."
    04 Sep, 2024
    Planning Commission meeting 09/03/24 Item RS 24.09.01 Planning Commission approved (5-0) a request for a resurvey of 10 & 12 Pamona Avenue to incorporate a small, triangular-shaped portion of city-owned property fronting on Ventura Avenue into an adjacent residential lot to permit the construction of a wooden privacy fence. Agenda: https://bit.ly/3TiNcq6 Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA
    29 Aug, 2024
    The City of Homewood recently appointed Bo Seagrist as the city clerk. Bo has a passion for making everyone feel welcome and taken care of when they visit the city clerk's office. His journey to this position has been marked by consistent dedication to public service. He began his governmental career working in an administrative role for Vestavia Hills. He was there for 13 years before coming to Homewood in 2018 as a revenue officer. This position primarily deals with auditing business licenses. Bo always aimed to get businesses back on track and ensure fees are paid properly. It's not just about crunching numbers for him, he tried to use his role as a learning platform for new business owners. His goal was simple: help them avoid common pitfalls. By sharing his insights and experiences, he offered practical advice that saved new entrepreneurs from future headaches. Now in his new position as city clerk, he says that he wants to provide a healthy environment where people feel safe to come into his office and he will do all he can to try to meet their needs. "We're going to treat them right," he said. "If they walked in feeling bad, they're going to walk out being happy because they met somebody that cares."
    28 Aug, 2024
    It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lee McLaughlin, aged 53, who left us following a tragic single-vehicle crash on August 17, 2024. Lee was a cherished resident of Oak Grove in the Hueytown area and a beloved figure within the Homewood community. For nearly three decades, Lee dedicated his life to the City of Homewood, serving as the backbone of the Streets and Sanitation Department. His commitment to his work was unmatched. He was known for his dedication, hard work, and meticulous approach to getting things done correctly. Lee’s creativity and resourcefulness helped him overcome challenges and provide exceptional service to the community he loved. Lee's kindness, thoughtfulness, and courteous nature left a lasting impact on everyone he met. He took pride in serving others, embodying the spirit of patriotism and community service. His love for family, friends, and the people of Homewood showed in all he did. Lee’s absence will be profoundly felt by all who had the privilege of knowing him.  He is survived by his family and friends who will remember him for his selfless spirit and the joy he brought into their lives. Lee McLaughlin’s legacy of service and warm-hearted approach will be missed but fondly remembered. A memorial service to celebrate Lee’s life will be at 11:00am this Thursday, Aug. 29, at Union Hill Baptist Church at 7049 Taylors Ferry Road, Bessemer, AL.

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