Alternative news and discussion for Scottsboro, Jackson County Alabama and the Tennessee River Valley as I see it. Responsible comments to articles welcome. As always, "Watch for Snakes," particularly those wearing suits.
Council Member Jessica Butler receives certificate of election from Council President Patrick Stewart September 12, 2016. (Photo by G.Morgan)
Council Member Jessica Butler resigns from Place 1 on the Scottsboro City Council; Ms. Butler's resignation is effective June 4, 2018. Jackson County Sentinel's article.
On March 14, 2018 Ms. Butler was on the agenda of the Pike County Georgia Board of Commissioners regarding her introduction as the Chief Executive Officer of the Pike County Chamber of Commerce. Info and photograph available from the meeting minutes at the link listed: http://www.pikecountytimes.com/secondary/BOC3.14.18.html#.WwmRD-4vzIV
Scottsboro City Hall 316 S Broad Street Scottsboro, AL 35768
Dear Mayor Shelton, Council President Wallingsford and Members of the City Council,
It is with great difficulty and a heavy heart that I make this decision. Due to life changes and recent job changes I will be spending more time out of town. I feel it is fair to the community at this time that I resign from my place 1 position effective June 4th. It has been an honor to serve the citizens of Scottsboro and to serve with this council. I appreciate the respect and character you have shown me as a fellow member. I love this community and consider it home and family. I sincerely thank the community for allowing me the opportunity to serve.
Sincerely,
Jessica Butler
AGENDAS
Dock Street, Regular Session, Agenda Item 3 - 6 citizens were in attendance from the River Ridge Subdivision area.
Dock St. to be closed temporarily. Improvements to the area seriously needed, this is serious money making property, potential for private restaurant, hotel and dock area on the river is fantastic. Remember the B.B. Comer Bridge Project, this project is much simpler, much less expensive with more potential for growth and expansion of tourism.
DOCK STREET VIDEO
Mr. Smith discusses city debt and upcoming projects, debt picture as reported by Mr. Smith is $17,821,177. This is not counting the debt carried by the City of Scottsboro for Goose Pond Colony and the school system debt, both separate corporate entities of the city. The U.S. Hwy 72, John T. Reid Parkway, so called improvement project, was met with opposition from Mr. Smith and Mr. Stewart, just call it "Stop Light City."
Roseberry Rescue Group's, 501c3, funding request approved for abatement of Aquatic Invasive Species in the Roseberry Creek area embayment, General Fund Budget $40,000, Tourism Grant of $30,000, total $70,000.
History of the Roseberry Rescue Group project as presented in the news.
LIFE SAVING AWARDS - SCOTTSBORO POLICE DEPARTMENT OFFICERS HENAGAR AND SHELTON
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
VIDEO
Scottsboro Public Library Report by Mrs. Ivey, begins at 17:46 in the video - A 5 Year Report on Accomplishments, Awards, Grants, and Projects. (Click on image for expanded details.)
City Council Member Smith discusses the necessity of keeping Roseberry Creek free from invasive water plant species which may obstruct the waterways surrounding city park, county park and the entire embayment where businesses and residents are located. The county has not approved a budget amendment authorization to assist in control of invasive water plant species species. However, the county does not have general fund money for such a project. TVA is refusing to assist in any further weed abatement projects although the environmental and economic impacts are very much part of TVA's concern.
Also, the Conveyor Belt Issue and Mr. Blizzard, discussed at 31:20 by Mr. Smith. Mr. Blizzard is currently on sick leave.