The Trussville Tribune – June 20 - 26, 2024

City of Pinson celebrates 20 years

From Tribune staff reports

PINSON, Ala. – The City of Pinson celebrated the 20th anniversary of its incorporation as a city last Saturday evening at the Rock School complex.

The festivities included serving birthday cake and a fireworks display at dusk.

Food was provided by Fat Charles BBQ, Stephen’s Hotdog Wagon and More,

Irondale Mayor honors longterm citizen on 92nd birthday, Council approves charitable donations

By Terry Schrimscher

IRONDALE – The Irondale City Council met for the second regular meeting of the month on Tuesday, June 18. The agenda featured several items on consent and two public hearings

Trussville Chick-fil-A officially closes for remodel

From Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE, Ala. – Trussville’s local Chickfil-A officially closed today as it begins an extensive remodel. The restaurant, located at 5886 Trussville Crossings Parkway, is expected to be closed for about 11 weeks while the upgrades are completed.

Pinson man killed in multivehicle crash

From Tribune staff reports

JEFFERSON COUNTY – A Pinson man was killed in a multi-vehicle crash just after noon on Friday, according to Lead Deputy Coroner Matt Angelo of the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office.

Jeffery Alan Griner, 61, of Pinson, was killed in the crash at 2060 Pinson Valley Parkway, according to

State champion mountain bike teams honored by Trussville City Council

By Chris Basinger Staff Writer

TRUSSVILLE, Ala. –

The Trussville City Council read two proclamations recognizing the achievements of the Hewitt-Trussville High School and Hewitt-Trussville Middle School mountain bike teams, which won their respective state championships this season at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park. Council Member Lisa Bright read both procla-

mations congratulating the teams.

“This is phenomenal that this team, which is a fairly new team, has done so well,” Bright said. “Kudos to the coaching and the parents for being behind all of these students.”

The HTMS mountain bike team claimed back-toback state championships after winning four of their five regular season races.

The HTHS mountain bike team swept their regular season competitions and claimed their fifth Alabama

Cycling Association State Championship in nine seasons.

“On behalf of the team, thank y’all for taking the time to recognize us. It’s been a long, hard, tough season,” Coach Lee Neal said.

Neal also thanked the council for their support and for allowing the team to use property on Husky Parkway to practice on and presented the council with thank you cards written by the team.

Hewitt-Trussville Middle School Mountain Bike

Team honorees included Blake Burns, Abe Cox, Nicholas Davis, Oliver Dawkins, Brian Elmore, Isabelle Garver, John Green, Nathan Harris, Lenwood Jones, Jude Lolley, Lily Neal, Logan O’Dell, Kaleb Richardson, Lleyton Sharp, Tyler Steele, John Toczko, Noah Touchton, and Cade Williams.

Hewitt-Trussville High School Mountain Bike Team honorees included Shazie Bryant, Noah Clark, Alex

flow of family friendly events. This week, the Chamber announced its upcoming “Summer of Fun” series, packed with exciting events

New addition to St. Vincent’s East will help treat abnormal heart rhythms

By Chris Basinger Staff Writer

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.

– Ascension St. Vincent’s East has opened a new electrophysiology (EP) lab, which will aid in expanding hospital services to a growing number of patients experiencing heart problems.

The lab was blessed in late April by Father Paul Asih who led hospital staff in prayer and sprinkled the new lab with holy water.

“We have a growing service line here,” said Vice President of Operations Diana Scalici.

“We only had one room before that was truly dedi-

cated to that service, so this room helps us to accommodate all the volume,” Scalici said, adding that the hospital has also brought in a second

EP physician.

The lab features all new Phillips equipment as well as new computers in the control room.

“There’s a huge population of patients who are not currently being treated that have, you know, AFib and who have abnormal heart rhythms and they’re not even aware, so we’re looking to treat our current patients and then continuing to grow our program and treat those who we haven’t yet seen,” Arnold said. See BIKE, Page 4

6 people in St. Clair County arrested after law enforcement agencies join forces to target dangerous drugs From Tribune staff reports

According to Cardiovascular Service Line Director Nicole Arnold, the new lab will be able to service a range of cardiac patients including those experiencing abnormal heart rhythms and patients with pacemakers or ICDs as well as perform primary catheter ablations.

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The HTMS mountain bike team. Chris Basinger/ Trussville Tribune

The HTHS mountain bike team. Chris Basinger/ Trussville Tribune

Father Paul Asih blesses the new electrophysiology lab with holy water. Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune

Ascension St. Vincent’s East staff pray before blessing the new lab. Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune

The new electrophysiology lab equipment. Chris Basinger/ Trussville Tribune

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undivided attention. Officers from four units or departments charged six with drug possession, four of those also face distribution charges. A Springville man is also charged with attempting to elude officers.

“The St. Clair County Drug Enforcement Unit teamed up with the Pell City Police Department, the Odenville Police Department, and St. Clair County Patrol Division during the week of June 10th in a drug enforcement effort to remove dangerous drugs from the community,” St. Clair County Sheriff Billy Murray said. “This effort resulted in the arrest of six persons for crimes including distribution, possession of methamphetamine, felony possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and attempting to elude police.”

The suspects were booked into the St. Clair County Jail in Pell City, Murray said.

Rita F. Crocker, 62, of Odenville, was arrested for unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of mari-

juana 2nd. Bond of $42,000.

William A. Crocker Jr., 63, of Odenville, was arrested for unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana 1st. Bond of $51,000.

Tracy J. Wilson, 41, of Odenville, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana 1st, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Bond of $21,000.

Mark D. Clark, 61, of Ragland, was arrested for unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, possession of

methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of marijuana 1st. Bond of $15,500.

Stevie T. Thompson, 36, of Ragland, was arrested for unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana 1st, possession of drug paraphernalia, and attempting to elude. Bond of $18,000.

Blane Bragg, 39, of Springville, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana 1st, possession of drug paraphernalia, and attempting to elude. Bond of $8,000.

four mile stretch of highway from four lanes to six lanes through Trussville.

Due to the deterioration of the 50-year-old Interstate, ALDOT officials have determined that a complete removal and rebuild will be necessary. Southbound lanes will be removed and replaced two lanes at a time before the process is repeated for the northbound lanes.

Construction is expected to last for 16 months.

During southbound construction, the Chalkville Mountain Road exit 141 southbound on-ramp and off-ramp will be closed for approximately two months.

During northbound construction, the Chalkville Mountain Road exit 141 northbound on-ramp and offramp will also be closed for approximately two months.

Additionally, in the third

and activities for residents and visitors of all ages.

Throughout the summer months, the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a variety of events, including movie nights on the mall, a community party, and will culminate with the city’s Dog Daze Festival. With a variety of family-friendly activities, there will be something for everyone to enjoy, Chamber officials said.

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phase, I-459 northbound traffic will not be able to merge onto I-59 southbound while the ramp is rebuilt.

I-459 northbound traffic will be able to merge onto I-59 northbound, but access will be reduced to one lane.

“The primary goal of the I-59 Trussville Project is to address the deteriorating condition of the roadway while simultaneously increasing its capacity to accommodate modern traffic demands,” Crockett said. “With the roadway originally constructed and opened to traffic in the mid-1970s, the aging infrastructure has reached a point where a comprehensive overhaul is necessary. The existing concrete substructure, overlaid with asphalt multiple times over the past five decades , is now beyond repair. As a result, a total reconstruction is the most viable solution.”

Motorists should expect significant travel delays on

the Interstate and on surface roads such as U.S. Highway 11 and Chalkville Road through Trussville.

“The main feature of the project involves the complete removal and replacement of the existing roadway pavement,” Crockett said. “This includes both the northbound and southbound lanes, which will be reconstructed and expanded to incorporate an additional lane in each direction.

The new configuration will transform the current fourlane roadway into a six-lane thoroughfare, with each lane measuring 12 feet in width and complemented by 12foot shoulders. Notably, this expansion will occur with the existing median, ensuring that no additional rightof-way is required.”

Motorists can visit the ALDOT website at https:// i59trussville.com for updates on the Trussville I-59 project.

Crews were already at work on

“We are excited to bring the community together for a summer filled with fun and entertainment,” Melissa Walker of the chamber. “The ‘Summer of Fun’ series is a great opportunity for residents to connect, relax, and make lasting memories right here in Trussville.”

According to the location’s Facebook page, a majority of the staff of the Trussville location will work at their sister store on Parkway East as well as other Chick-fil-A’s in the area.

July 12th is the next event in the series with the second ‘Movie on the Mall’ showing the movie ‘The Parent Trap’, starring Lindsay Lohan. Next in the series is the community “Party at the Hewitt Trussville Pavilion” taking place on August 9th at the new Trussville City Schools covered pavilion on Husky Parkway. Ending the ‘Summer of Fun’ series will be the beloved Trussville city festival ‘Dog Daze’ on September 14th. Stay tuned for more details on each event. Follow the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce on social media and visit our website, www.trussvillechamber.com, for updates and more information.

The “Summer of Fun” series kicked off with the first ‘Movie on the Mall’ on June 7th.

on zoning requests for local businesses.

In his report to the council, Mayor James D. Stewart Jr. surprised one local citizen by offering a proclamation in recognition of his birthday.

“I want to let you know that they tricked you to come to the council meeting tonight,” Stewart said.

“Leigh is not getting an honor, we’re celebrating your birthday.”

Stewart read a proclamation honoring Max Chandler, who celebrated his 92nd birthday on June 14. Chandler is the grandfather of Irondale City Clerk Leigh Ann Allison. Chandler moved to Irondale with his family when he was 3 years old.

Stewart prepared another proclamation for a 99-yearold Irondale woman who was unable to attend.

In the consent agenda, the council approved an alcohol license for Golden Rule Barbecue, one of the nation’s oldest still-existing barbecue restaurants which was founded in Irondale in 1891.

The council also approved funding for several local charities including

$50,000 for the Cahaba River Society and $50,000 for the Ruffner Mountain Nature Coalition. The council also approved $2,500 for each of the following: The Prescott House, The Friends of the Irondale Public Library, The Exceptional Foundation, ClasTran, United Ability, Studio by the Tracks, and Heidi’s Kids.

Mayor Stewart and council members London and Sims each added $1,000 and council members Box and Cuellar added $500 from

their discretionary funds for the work of Heidi’s Kids.

The council approved a $1.25 million investment in a laddered portfolio of U.S. Treasury Bills with Raymond James.

The council also approved rezoning property at 1915 Alton Road from commercial to light industrial to create an auto repair shop. The council did not rule on a zoning change on property located at 1568 Alton Road to be used as a landscaping business. The item is expect-

St. Clair County man, 59, killed in crash on Hwy 231

A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 1:40 p.m. Saturday, June 15, has claimed the life of a Cropwell man, according to Corporal Reginal M. King of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.

“Ricky L. Barnett, 59, was fatally injured when the 2006 Honda Pilot he was driving left the roadway, struck a ditch and overturned,” King

ed to return to the agenda for a second reading at a future meeting.

After the votes, the council moved into executive session. The public portion of the meeting ended at that point.

The next meeting of the Irondale City Council will be held at 6 p.m. on July 2 at Irondale City Hall. An agenda for the meeting can be found on the Irondale website prior to the meeting.

Pinson

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Dixieland Funnel Cakes, Kona Ice, and Jolly Cakes. The event also had tours of the Rock School, which showed off its recent renovations.

“This will be a great time to come out and enjoy what we have to offer and see what we’ve done and to celebrate 20 years with the City of Pinson,” said City Operations Director Eric Winfrey ahead of the event.

In other council business:

• The council unanimously approved appointing David Moore to the City Employee Civil Service Board.

• The council unanimously approved an ordinance to rezone 193 Chestnut Street from single family residential to general commercial.

• The council unanimously approved an ordinance to rezone various properties along the Commerce Lane Extension to general commercial, light industrial, and qualified commercial and light manufacturing.

said. “Barnett was not using a seat belt at the time of the crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene.”

The crash occurred on U.S. 231 near the 226 mile marker, approximately five miles south of Pell City, in St. Clair County. No further information is available as troopers with the ALEA Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate.

tend to build 16 units on the site where the Trussville Antique Mall now stands.

The council voted unanimously to approve a massage therapy license for Alabama Healing Hands Massage Therapy Personal Spa.

• The council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing trustees to disburse city school trust funds to buy a new intercom system for Paine Elementary School.

• The council unanimously approved an ordinance to rezone 147 North Chalkville Road from qualified general commercial to residential townhouses. According to the developer, they in-

• The council voted unanimously to approve a Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) agreement between Trussville, Birmingham, and Norfolk Southern Railway Company which provides federal funding to assist in financing the cost of improving the safety, efficiency, and reliability railroad transportation systems. The agreement comes with an $8 million grant to eliminate eight at-grade crossings and construct two grade separation projects.

Notice of Public Auction Of Unclaimed/Abandoned Vehicle

The following unclaimed/abandoned vehicle, proper ty of Beck i L. Anglin (9151 Thermal Rd Warrior, AL), will be offered for sale by public auc tion pursuant to the provisions of the Alabama Abandoned Motor Vehicle Ac t as provided for in Title 32, Chapter 13, Code of Alabama 1975. Auc tion Location: 9151 Thermal Rd Warrior, AL 35180; Date & Time: July 25, 2024, 11:30 a.m.: Vehicle Description: Silver 2005 BMW 645, Vehicle �denti�cation Number WBAEH73435B216083. Contact: Thomas Gullo 205-910-6256.

Max Chandler was honored for his 92nd birthday with a proclamation from the city of Irondale. Photo: Courtesy City of Irondale.

Leeds

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as with the last report, the audit was clean or unmodified, meaning that there were no issues with the finances as reported and is considered the highest that a firm can give.

The net income for the city in 2023 was $5.5 million, which was around the same amount as the previous year. Chapman noted in the assets section of the report that cash and cash equivalents were up by an estimated $5 million. There was a $3 million increase in unrestricted cash and a $2 million increase in restricted cash.

In the latest audit the Leeds Redevelopment Authority was identified as a major fund for the city because of the treatment of leases that are in the authority’s name, Chapman said.

Total revenues were up by an estimate of $1.7 million while total expenditures were up by around $1.6 million. There were $1.6 million in capital purchases compared to $2.2 million in 2022. There was also a decrease in overall debt services by $150,000.

Also of note was the pension liability. Chapman said that Retirement

Systems of Alabama had “one of their worst years investment-wise” that year, experiencing a significant decrease. This resulted in the city’s pension liability increasing from the previous year by $2 million. Pen-

sion expenses may also see increases in the next couple of years.

The report can be seen in the June 17 agenda packet on the City of Leeds website. Before the audit report,

Center Point man wanted on burglary charge

From Tribune staff reports

JEFFERSON COUN-

TY

– A Center Point man is wanted in Jefferson County on a felony warrant charging him with failing to appear in court for a first degree robbery charge, according to Crime Stoppers.

Maurio Dejuan Sanders, 23, is 6 feet tall and weighs 180 lbs. He has short black hair and brown eyes.

His last known address was at the 300 block of 4th Avenue North, Center Point. Tips from the public that lead to the solving of a felony case, a felony arrest, or the issuance of a felony warrant could be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000. If you have information about this individual, contact Crime Stoppers anonymously by calling 205-2547777.

the council voted unanimously to accept an agreement with ALDOT for traffic light maintenance in the downtown area as part of a $1 million enhancement project.

“You’ve probably seen

Angelo. Griner was pronounced dead at an area hospital shortly after 1 p.m.

“The decedent was the driver and lone occupant of a motor vehicle involved in a multiple vehicle collision,” Angelo said. “The decedent was transported from the scene to the UAB Hospital Emergency Department where he was pronounced dead. The Tarrant Police Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding the wreck.”

something like this over in Homewood in those areas,” Mayor David Miller said.

“So this is going to be a real improvement to the aesthetics of downtown.”

During his comments, Miller announced that City Clerk Toushi Arbitelle is now fully certified after completing extensive training. Additionally, Miller addressed construction taking place on sidewalks near Highway 119. He said that this is a ramp improvement project to bring them up to ADA standards.

“It’s going to take a little while but there has been a major improvement on that,” he said. “And it just so happens that the Bass House [Museum] and the [Leeds] Historical Society is working on the fence so we’re hoping that we can take this opportunity to get the proper setback on that fence and extend the sidewalk all the way to the park.”

Meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of every month at City Hall on 1400 9th Street Northeast. Agenda packets can be seen online at the City of Leeds website.

Nathan Prewett can be reached at nthomasp6@ gmail.com.

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Leeds Mayor David Miller. Photo by Nathan Prewett.

Maurio Dejuan Sanders

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Lass But Not Least: Teacher Appreciation Day

By Ken Lass

I admit it. When it comes to my age, I am in complete denial. My birth certificate states that I was born in 1951. That would make me 73. That has to be a mistake. There’s no way I can be that old. In my head I see myself as a much younger man. After all, I listen to music by folks like Lady Gaga, Ed Sheeran and Adele. I dress up by wearing a sport coat over a tee-shirt. I use acronyms in my text messages. I know what a meme is. I actually understand all the rules of soccer. I hang out with minimalists. I’m considering buying a pair of jeans that have rips in the knees. I can name at least three of the Backstreet

Boys. Yep, I picture myself as a pretty hip guy. Yet, every once in a while, I see something that shocks me out of my delusion and forces me to acknowledge how much time has passed. The latest reality check came the other day as I was scrolling through the Trussville Tribune Facebook page. I came to the article about the teachers who were honored upon their retirement from the Trussville school system. There were nineteen employees in all. I began scanning through the names, some of which I knew, and some not. Eventually I came upon a name that stunned me. Just stunned me. The name was Gina Gamble. Wow. No way, I

thought. Is that possible? My mind immediately flashed back to a hot and humid August morning in 1990. My son Brett was so excited to start the first grade. He is our oldest child, and we were equally excited for him. It was Meet The Teacher Day. We brought him to Trussville Elementary School. There was only one then. Hard to believe, considering there are now three, with plans to build a fourth. The old grade school was at the top of the hill on Cherokee Drive. I think the city fire department uses the building now. We anxiously found Brett’s classroom and walked inside. We were greeted by this pretty, youthful, blondehaired lady with a warm

smile. She introduced herself as Gina Whitson. Miss Whitson seemed excited, but a little nervous and apprehensive. Upon talking to her, we learned why. Turns out this was Gina’s first year as a teacher. This was to be her first class. She was going to be in charge of twenty rambunctious six-year-olds, and she wasn’t quite sure what to expect.

She needn’t have worried. Brett and all of his classmates had a terrific year in the first grade. Gina did a great job, and our son loved having her as his first “big school” teacher.

How can it be that was 34 years ago? Brett (who is now 40) would go on to work his way through twelve years in the Truss-

ville school system, while Gina would go on to become one of its best teachers. Along the way she got married, raised three beautiful daughters, put in thirteen years at Paine Elementary, and finished the last eight years at Magnolia.

Now she is retiring. Where did the time go? She says she still loves to teach, but she just recently was blessed with the birth of her first grandchild, and she wants to spend more time with family. I saw her picture in the Tribune article, standing with the other retirees, holding the certificates they received from the Board of Education. She looked exactly the same as she did the day we met her in that classroom.

Gina, if you read this,

Sean of the South: O, Brother

I just want to express our appreciation for everything that you, and all the other retirees, have done for the kids of Trussville. Teachers are one of our most precious resources, and we are blessed to have some of the best in the state. It’s one of the main reasons why everybody wants to move here. It’s one of the main reasons we have to keep building more schools. I hope you have a wonderful retirement. Oh, and one more thing. I hope you will forgive me if I just can’t get used to calling you Gamble. To me, you will always be Miss Whitson. I guess remembering you that way helps me to keep feeling young. These days, I need all the help I can get.

By Sean Dietrich, Sean of the South Commentary

Dan Lovette became an usher at the Baptist church on Easter Sunday, March 26th, 1961. He stood at the door shaking hands, passing out bulletins. Nobody knew Dan.

Weeks earlier, Pastor Lovette had introduced Dan as his older brother.

Dan was a tall man with a soft voice and rough skin. He wore a brown suit that was too small. He hardly spoke. He sat on the front row during sermons. After service, he smoked cigarettes behind the church.

People asked the pastor questions about Dan, but he

was quiet when it came to his older brother. Over the years, folks saw a lot of Dan Lovette. He could be seen pushing a mower, changing the church sign, painting clapboards, passing out bulletins on Sundays, or cleaning the sanctuary on Mondays. Dan lived in a back room of the church. His earthly belongings were: a cot, a hot plate, a coffee pot, a transistor radio, a shaving kit, and one brown suit. Nobody can forget the Sunday that the pastor announced he would be baptizing Dan after service. This surprised people. Most thought it was strange that the pastor’s own brother had never been baptized. But no

explanation was given.

So, sixty-four church members stood near the creek, watching the tall quiet man wade into shallow water behind his younger brother.

It was a simple ordeal. Down Dan went. Up he came. Applause. Bring on the banana pudding. But life was not all pudding and baptisms. In 1974, tragedy hit the church. The pastor was in a car accident on his way home from Montgomery, doctors thought he’d had a stroke while driving. Dan sat beside his brother’s hospital bed without sleep or food. He lived beside his brother’s bed, taking care of his brother’s every need.

The next Sunday, Dan Lovette took the pulpit with tired eyes. It was a hushed room. It was the first time any members of the church ever heard more than a sentence from old Dan.

“Most of you know me as Dan Lovette,” he began. “But that ain’t my name. Real name’s Springfield. Daniel Springfield…” It was so quiet you could hear a Bible drop.

Dan went on to tell the story about how in 1961, Pastor Lovette had been walking into a department store when he saw Dan standing outside, begging for money. Dan was homeless, looking for handouts—or a bottle to cure his shakes.

Pastor Lovette treated

Dan to supper. Then the pastor carried Dan home to live with his wife and kids. He helped Dan. He sat with him through hard withdrawals, he took Dan to sobriety meetings, he bought Dan a brown suit for Sundays.

Dan went on: “I felt so bad for all his charity, I came close to leaving. But the pastor just told me one night, ‘You can’t leave us, Dan. Why, we’re brothers, you’n me.”

Dan had never been anyone’s brother before. He’d never been anyone’s anything. All he’d ever been was hard up. But not anymore. So he got rid of his old name, and his old habits. And if I had room to tell you the rest of the story, I would.

But there’s no need. You already have the important parts. What I will tell you is this: If you’re ever driving a lonesome two-lane highway in the middle-of-nowhere, Alabama, and you see a dilapidated, clapboard meeting house, pull over.

Go to the rear cemetery. A few graves have flowers. Most don’t. There’s a marker for Pastor Lovette, and one for his wife. And there’s a headstone for a man who died sober, with his adopted family surrounding him. The stone reads: “Big Brother Dan.” He was just some homeless guy at a department store. But now he has a mansion.

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Local Meetings

● Trussville City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., City Council Annex

● Trussville Board of Education Meetings: 3rd Monday of each month at 6 p.m., TCS Central Office

● Clay City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m.

● Pinson City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.

● Center Point City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, at 6:30 p.m.

● Argo City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 5 p.m.

● Springville City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 6 p.m.

● Irondale City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m.

● Leeds City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 6 p.m.

● Moody City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 6 p.m.

Trussville Public Library

● Parachute Play Time: Thursday, June 20 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. - Join Ms. Alicia for parachute play!

● Yarn Manglers: Thursday, June 20 at 2 p.m.Knitters and crocheters, join us for fellowship and creativity!

● Classic Cinema: Friday, June 21 at 2 p.m. - Come and watch classic movies in the library auditorium!

● Archery (Teens): Saturday, June 22 at 1 p.m.Three part archery class for teens.

● Great Adventures in Science with the McWane Science Center: Tuesday, June 25 at 10:30 a.m.The adventure begins! McWane invites readers of all ages to journey through

the greatest stories of yesterday and today.

Pinson Public Library

● Geek Guild Trivia Night: Thursday, June 20 at 4 p.m. - It’s time for Geek Guild! Bond over your favorite anime, manga, video games, board games, role-playing games, & other general geekery! Test your knowledge of all things GEEK during Trivia Night.

● Storytime for Growin’ Beans with Ms. Allison: Friday, June 21 at 10 a.m.

- Our theme is the Arctic. We’ll read books & do an activity. Each child will get a craft & snack to take home as well.

● Free Play Friday: Friday, June 21 at 2 p.m.We’ll have a variety of toys & games available for all ages. Children can play together & adults can play or hang out too.

● Anime & Unwind: Friday, June 21 at 6 p.m. - Come to the library for Anime & Unwind. Enjoy Asian snacks & hang out with fellow anime enthusiasts.

● Adventures in Space: Monday, June 24 at 5 p.m.

- Learn about space, do crafts, enjoy snacks, & beyond! All ages welcome.

● Bunco Night: Monday, June 24 at 5 p.m. - Join us as we play a few fun games

of Bunco at the Library. Small prizes will be provided by the library. Adults only.

● Take-Home Tuesdays DIY Flying Rocket: Tuesday, June 25 - Drop by the library beginning Tuesday, June 25th at 9 AM to pick up an all-ages kit with a craft & fun surprise! This week’s theme is Adventures in Space!

● Tech Tuesdays: Tuesday, June 25 at 10 a.m.Need help with your tablet, smartphone, or computer? Mr. Keith is here to help! Please bring your device with you if you are able to do so.

● Amateur Writers’ Club: Tuesday, June 25 at 4 p.m. - Amateur Writers’ Club is for teens (6th-12th graders) to work on writing, share their works in progress, & give tips to each other!

● Alabama 4-H Straw Rockets: Wednesday, June 26 at 10 a.m. - Join us for Alabama 4-H to present the science of straw rockets! Learn about flight, engineering, & space... & make a fun craft too!

● Coffee & Crafts Paper Houseplants: Wednesday, June 26 at 10 a.m. - Coffee & Crafts is our monthly craft event for adults! Join us to enjoy coffee & create a paper houseplant. All supplies will be provided.

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James E. Mann

september 18, 1929 — june 10, 2024

James Edward “Jimmy” Mann, age 94, formerly of Pell City, AL passed away Monday, June 10, 2024. He was born on September 18, 1929 in Inglenook, AL as the second son of Mae and Andrew Mann. His older brother William “Bo” Mann, preceded him in death. After graduating from Phillips High School, he enlisted in the navy where he served as a Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class aboard the USS Macon. During his time with the navy, he played catcher for the Charleston Naval Base softball team. He also had the unique privilege of piloting a landing ship carrying heavy equipment to Greenland that was used to build Camp Century – “The City Under Ice.”

Shortly after beginning his service to our country, he wed the strong but gentle Mary Ethel Martin. Together, they raised two wonderful men, Michael Edward Mann of Huntsville and Mark Andrew Mann of Theodore and enjoyed 37 years of marriage.

After completing his service in the navy, he returned with his family to Birmingham, where he began a long career with L&N Railroad (later CSX), working his way up to Trainmaster of the Mobile division. He cared for his beloved Mary until her passing in 1986. In time he began attending Alabama football games with his long-time friend, Shirley, who had recently lost her husband. Their friendship grew into love and, a few years later, they were married. After retiring they chose lake life, moving to Pell City full

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Jerry Kemp

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Kemp is survived by his wife of 58 years Brenda R. Kemp; son, Toby Kemp; grandson, Dylan Kemp and numerous nieces and one nephew.

Jerry loved to deer hunt which he did up until he was not able to go. He was a very accomplished deer hunter with many trophies to show for it. He was a member of many deer hunting clubs.

Kenneth Paul Wellington

march 20, 1947 — june 10, 2024

Mr. Kenneth Paul Wellington, of Trussville, AL, passed away with his family by his side on June 10, 2024 at the age of 77. He was born March 20, 1947 in Greenville, NC as the oldest son to Paul Joseph and Virginia Louise Wellington. Mr. Wellington was a Marine and served in the Vietnam War. He was extremely proud of his service, strongly supported all the careers of his family members, and would look for opportunities to acknowledge the service of fellow veterans. He excelled in his long business career as an executive and mentor. His passion and vision were instrumental in founding Storeroom Solutions and its eventual success.

Ken will be remembered for his love of poker games, trips to the movie theater, and mastering computer games before they became the craze of today. Most of all, he loved and supported his family and cherished time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren even when sometimes “cheating” in the many games they played. In his later years, he enjoyed family trips to Gatlinburg and the lake, attending craft shows, and working at the bakery.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Larry. Mr. Wellington is survived by sons, Chris (Beth) Snyder of Mandeville, LA; Eric (Lisa) Wellington of King of Prussia, PA; daughters Justine (Bill) McKay of Trussville, AL; Kimberly (Shawn) Scott of Austintown, OH; 14 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, and his brothers Jim, Bobby, and Chris Wellington.

The family requests donations in lieu of flowers be made to Wounded Warriors Project (woundedwarriorproject.org) or the Homes for our Troops (hfotusa.org).

Norma Eaves

april 13, 1956 — june 12, 2024

Norma Gayle Marlowe Eaves, age 68, of Leeds, passed away on June 12, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Norris Marlowe and Mary Jo Marlowe; two brothers, Robert Homer (Robbie) Marlowe and Norris Wayne Marlowe and one granddaughter, Marlee Jo McCaleb.

Norma Gayle was loved by many. Her laughter and love will be greatly missed. She leaves behind family and friends who loved her deeply and unconditionally. She could soothe a heartache, nurse a patient, fix a dryer, and laugh through tears better than anyone.

Eddie Seal, General Manager

Stallions shutout San Antonio 25-0 to claim three-peat

By John Goolsby Prep Sports Editor

ST. LOUIS

– The Birmingham Stallions defeated the San Antonio Brahmas 25-0 in the inaugural UFL Championship game.

The Stallions have now won three consecutive spring football championships.

With the win, the Stallions avenged a week nine loss to San Antonio and improved to 32-4 under head coach Skip Holtz.

The championship game, before a crowd of 27,396, got off to a slow start for both teams, with

eight combined punts and a Birmingham fumble before the Stallions offense got on track.

With 2:59 remaining in the half, the Stallions went on a six-play 87-yard drive that culminated with an Adrian Martinez eight-yard touchdown pass Gary Jennings. Martinez then hit Amari Rodgers for a two-point conversion to give the Stallions an 8-0 lead with forty seconds remaining in the half.

The Brahmas, looking to score before the break, turned the ball over to end their scoring threat.

The Stallions’ offense continued rolling to open the second half. Martinez broke free around the left end for an 11-yard touchdown run four minutes into the third quarter. His 2-point conversion pass to Jordan Thomas made it 16-0.

On the first play of the Brahmas’ next possession, linebacker Kyahva Tezino forced a fumble that was recovered by Kenny Robinson Jr. Martinez capped off the six-play scoring drive on a quarterback sneak on fourth-and-goal from the one-yard line. The PAT failed, and the

Stallions held a 22-0 lead with 7:30 remaining in the third period.

Birmingham added a 49yard field goal from Chris Blewitt with 11:31 remaining in the game to push their lead to 25 points.

San Antonio moved the ball to the Birmingham sixyard line with just under six minutes remaining in the game but turned the ball over on downs.

Martinez, the United Football League Most Valuable Player, scored all three touchdowns and was named the UFL Championship Game Most Valuable Player.

He completed 13 of 28

passes for 98 yards and one touchdown. Martinez rushed for 52 yards on 11 carries with two touchdowns. Ricky Person Jr. led the Stallions with 102 yards on 13 carries. The Stallions out-gained San Antonio 308-208, including a 210-52 rushing advantage. Tezino led the Stallions defense with nine total tackles and forced two fumbles. Birmingham scored the final 28 points of the USFL Conference Championship Game and all 25 points in the UFL Championship Game, scoring 53 straight points to finish the season.

The Stallions outscored Michigan and San Antonio 44-0 over the last six quarters of play.

“Wow, what an awesome day,” said Holtz. “Two teams out there playing their tails off.”

“When you look at it statistically it wasn’t nearly as lopsided as the scoreboard.”

“This was a game that we played very conservatively,” he said. “It was really easy to do that when you kept looking up at the scoreboard and your defense was holding them to zero points.”

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Stallions three-peat. Credit: UFL

Jace Sternberger picks up yards. Credit: UFL

Inaugural class inducted into Alabama Turkey Hunters Hall of Fame

by David Rainer, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

The inaugural class of the Alabama Turkey Hunters Hall of Fame was inducted last weekend during the World Championship Turkey Calling competition at the Mobile Convention Center, and the inductees should come as no surprise to those who call themselves a turkey hunter.

Of the six inductees, only two are still living, Eddie Salter of Evergreen and 97-year-old Colonel Tom Kelly of Spanish Fort who now lives in Virginia and couldn’t travel to the ceremony. Those honored posthumously were Lynn Dent Boykin of Mobile, Fred T. Stimpson of Mobile, Ben Rodgers Lee of Coffeeville and Billy Macoy of Lineville.

Salter, known as “Turkey Man,” has won nu-

merous calling contests, including the World Championship twice, and more awards than you can count as well as hosting a popular TV series.

“Anything to do with turkeys, I’m always excited to be a part of,” Salter said. “This is something special for Alabama turkey hunters. I know it’s special to me. Hopefully, down the road we can grow it into a lot of different things. They’re talking about possibly having a museum one day. I’m excited to be a part of it.

“It all started as me being an old barber and talking turkey hunting and ended up with the title ‘Turkey Man.’ It’s about being a part of something you love so much. Hopefully we can get it kicked off and get these people who deserve to be in it inducted. It’s not how good you can call. It’s being stewards of the land and caretakers of the turkeys and passing along the tradition

where we can have turkeys for these younger generations.”

Kelly is known as the poet laureate of the turkey hunting world with his seminal “Tenth Legion” book considered an annual read for diehard turkey hunters. Kelly was a forester by trade and a turkey hunter by passion. He has authored more than 20 books, most centered around the many aspects of chasing wily turkeys.

interviewed Kelly several years ago, and he still marveled at the behavior of wild turkeys.

“After 70 years, a turkey will still do things to me that I wonder how in the (heck) did he do it,” Kelly said. “I honestly think that a third of the turkeys we kill are walkups. We call to a turkey, and he gobbles and gobbles, and then a turkey comes up from another side. You wonder how he got around there, but I think it’s a different turkey. I think there is way more of that than we think.

“I think where the fascination lies is that every time you go something happens a little bit differently – every time. And they’ve got a genius for making you look stupid.”

ductions last weekend.

“The tradition of turkey hunting in Alabama cannot be overstated and turkey hunters all over the United States totally understand this,” Max said. “It’s basically where the modern sport of turkey hunting has its beginning. These people chosen for induction and many of the future inductees are largely responsible for this, and we are going to give them their long overdue recognition.”

At the ceremony, Max said many of the inductees are known for their calling and hunting skills, some for their conservation work, but Fred T. Stimpson did it all. Stimpson was famous for his turkey hunting skills and was renowned for his conservation work through land procurement and wildlife management. Named in his honor, the Fred T. Stimpson Special Opportunity Area (SOA) is a 5,400-acre tract in Clarke County that transitioned from youth hunts and limited adult archery deer hunts to SOA status.

“I think it’s a high honor,” said Starr Boykin, one of Lynn’s four children. “I think she’s smiling from up above. When she was with the National Wild Turkey Federation 23 years ago, I think she was one of the first ones to think about the hunt-

Lynn Dent Boykin was the first female to become the president of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) and served as chair of the NWTF’s National Board of Directors.

ing heritage. She was one of the pioneers of the hunting heritage movement. She wanted to continue hunting and conservation for future generations.

“She transported turkeys with (NWTF’s) James Earl (Kennamer) and Rob Keck all over the United States to encourage the growth of turkey populations so people could enjoy them.”

When Doug Max of Uriah, Alabama, pursued the idea of the Alabama Turkey Hunters Hall of Fame, he discovered that the City of Linden, Alabama, had the rights to that entity but had never pursued the creation of the hall. Max received permission to use the name from Linden, and the result culminated in the first in-

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“He won the first World Championship Turkey Call Contest in 1940 right across the street at the Battle House,” said grandson Fred T. Stimpson III. “They did the calling contest to bring focus to conserving turkeys. He was president of the Alabama Wildlife Federation and served on the Alabama Conservation Advisory Board for years.

“He spent the first part of his life trying to make money. During the Depression, he hunted a lot and realized they needed to save the wild turkey, so he spent the rest of his life in conservation efforts to conserve and propagate wild turkeys. His favorite thing to do was put-

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Sealed Bids will be received by Trussville Gas and Water located in Trussville, Alabama, until the local time set forth below, for furnishing all labor, equipment and doing the work of constructing, according to Plans, Specifications and Contract Documents on file in the office of Trussville Gas and Water, the project hereinafter described. No bid will be received after the time set forth below; and the Bids will be publicly opened and read at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173.

Interested contractors can obtain prequalification applications from TG&W Engineering Department (“Engineering Department”), 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173; Telephone: (205) 655-3211 and must submit the completed prequalification application to the Engineering Department at the above address, no later than 4:00 p.m. on July 2, 2024.

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Happy Hollow and Bonnie Ruth Road

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Reed Road NE and 18th Avenue NE

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AL SR 75 and Pinson Main Street

Old Springville Road and Dug Hollow Road

Emerald Lake Drive NE and Cedar Mountain Road

Brewster Road and Bonnett Landing

Roper Road and Roper Tunnel Road

Carrington Drive and Carrington Way

Roulain Road and Pine Lane

AL SR 7 and Advent Circle

Red Mill Road and Cheri Lane

Plans, Specifications and Contract Documents for the project described above are open to public inspection at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173. Telephone: (205) 655-3211.

Trussville Gas and Water reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in any bid, and to accept any bid considered advantageous to the Owner.

No bid may be withdrawn after the time for opening bids has passed. Trussville Gas and Water reserves the right to hold the bids for a period of Sixty (60) days after the date of receiving Bids.

If said bid equals $20,000.00 or more, a certified check or bid bond must accompany each bid in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total bid, but in no event

Eddie Salter of Evergreen, known as “Turkey Man,” was among the first class inducted into the Alabama Turkey Hunters Hall of Fame.

2024 All-Tribune Baseball Team

By Johnny Sanders, Sports Editor and John Goolsby, Prep Editor

TRUSSVILLE – The 2024 baseball season was not unlike all of the other sports in the Tribune coverage area. Packed with success.

Though there were no state champions in our area, there were some impressive seasons for our teams.

Five of the eight Tribune teams made the playoffs with only Clay-Chalkville, who was much improved from 2023 and narrowly missed the playoffs due to area record, Shades Valley and Center Point not making it. In 5A, Moody got into the playoffs where they were eliminated in the first

round by a very good Sardis team that was eliminated by Alexandria (more on them in a moment). Leeds got to the second round before losing out to Russellville. Springville would beat the same Russellville team to get to the final four where they would lose to Alexandria.

In 6A, the lone Tribune team to make it, Pinson Valley, would be eliminated in round one by Athens, who lost to eventual runner-up, Hartselle. In 7A, the Hewitt-Trussville Huskies lost in round one to Hoover, who lost to James Clements in the next round.

Below, you will find the best of the best from these teams as voted on by fellow coaches and the Trussville Tribune sports staff.

2024 Trussville Tribune

Baseball Coach of the Year –Jonathan Ford – Springville High School. Ford led his team to a 30-12 record and a Final Four appearance in the 5A playoffs. The Tigers competed with some of the best teams in the state as they took on the likes of Briarwood

Christian, Clay-Chalkville, Hewitt-Trussville and Gulf Shores during the season.2024 Trussville Tribune Baseball Player of the Year – Steele Hall – Hewitt-Trussville High School. Hall, a sophomore who is already committed to play at Tennessee, is also a first-team All-State player and won the MVP award for the Huskies. Hall had a .331 batting average to go with .448 on-base percentage, 23 runs and 31 stolen bases on the season.

2024 All-Tribune Baseball Team:

Hewitt-Trussville Huskies:

• Dylan Lewkutz

• Steele Hall (All-State)

• Brett Moseley

Carson Wideman

• Rob Wright

• Christian Helmers Cooper Huffman Cam Simpson

• Colby Durden

Clay-Chalkville Cougars:

• Nicholas Youngblood

• Xavier Edwards

• Austin Ray Maylc Grant

Pinson Valley Indians:

• Caden Hamby

Michael Moses

• Jaylon Sharp

• Rashaud Taylor

Shades Valley Mounties:

• CJ Terry

• J’Caius Moore

Jeremy Chatman

James Allen

Moody Blue Devils: Landon Cherry (AllState)

• Zane Smith

• Bryant Hardin Ashton Morrow

• JB Leatherwood

Leeds Greenwave:

• Dax Phillips

• Conner Nelson (AllState)

Graham Gulock

• Ty Bedell

• Nolan Moore

Springville Tigers:

• Carter Samuelson (AllState) Grant Martinez (AllState)

• Alex Holland

• Ryan King Jake Conner

Coach of the Year: Ford

Player of the Year: Hall

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ting tracts of land together that would be used for taking care of the turkeys and other conservation efforts. That was his hobby. And we’re carrying on the tradition. My uncles and dad have been on the Conservation Advisory Board, and we’ve all been active in the Alabama Wildlife Federation. We’ve continued the legacy of conservation in Alabama.”

Billy Macoy grew up turkey hunting in the rugged terrain around Talladega National Forest and Cheaha

Stallions

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Holtz praised his defensive unit. “I thought our defense played a heck of a football game,” he said.

“They kept the ball in front of them, didn’t give up any big plays, tackled – just an unbelievable effort by our defensive side.”

Birmingham’s running game fared much better

Mountain, and his guiding skills were legendary with numerous celebrities at his side. Macoy guided at Southern Sportsman’s Hunting Lodge in Lowndes County, Alabama, for owner Jim Mason from 1982 until Macoy’s passing in 2005. Macoy won the NWTF’s Grand National Calling Championship in 1989. “Billy was a real good man who did a lot for turkey hunting,” Mason said. “Billy was probably the most generous person I ever met. He’d give you the shirt off his back. Billy was really good at figuring out a turkey and the best way to call that

against San Antonio than on May 25th.

“I told the team in the meeting today I was going to run the ball 25 times, and they said 30,” Holtz said. “I told them if they could average over four yards a carry, I’ll call it 30 times. We wanted to run the ball in this game. That was the game plan going in.”

The Stallions’ run game was something that former

turkey. He and Paul Butski (also a guide at Southern Sportsman’s and Grand National champion) were the same. They knew the turkey and what he was doing. Those were the two best callers I ever hunted with.

“I remember hunting a turkey with Billy one day, and the turkey was supposed to come right up the road. Well, he didn’t come up the road. We looked up and he was pushing through the honeysuckles. He had honeysuckle vines all around his neck. We didn’t even shoot him. If he wanted to get there so bad that he would crawl through those

Birmingham coach Rollie Dotsch, know for his hard-hitting “Rollie ball” offense, would have been proud off.

Holtz said the rushing success began up front.

“And the offensive line – we knew [the San Antonio defense front seven is] athletic, they’re fast, they can run, they can rush the passer,” he said. “They’ve proven that. But we feel like our

honeysuckles, we weren’t going to shoot.”

Ben Rodgers Lee is remembered as the person who brought turkey hunting to the outdoors mainstream through his videos, seminars, media and publications. Lee’s magnetic personality and his ability to relate to turkey hunters led to his legendary status in the turkey hunting world.

My hunting buddy, twotime World Championship winner Larry Norton of Myrtlewood, Alabama, was a protégé of Lee’s and said Lee taught him more about hunting turkeys than anyone.

“He taught me the tur-

offensive line is pretty good, and we felt like we would be receiving the benefits in the second, third and fourth quarters if we kept banging that rock because, eventually, we were hoping it would wear them down. And our offensive line, they got stronger as the game went on.”

Birmingham under Holtz is now 6-0 in post-season play. The Stallions’ run game

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keys didn’t care if I was a world champion,” Norton said. “It what’s you say and when you say it. You’ve got to learn the turkey language. Clucking and purring mean feeding. Aggressive clucking and purring mean they’ve seen something that they don’t know what it is. He taught me that you’ve got to know what to say and when to say it.”

Speaking of the World Championship Turkey Calling Contest, an event that Kenny Weiss brought back to Mobile five years ago, the competition was tight with many contests decided by a half a point.

was something that former Birmingham coach Rollie Dotsch, know for his hard-hitting “Rollie ball” offense, would have been proud off.

Holtz said the rushing success began up front.

“And the offensive line – we knew [the San Antonio defense front seven is] athletic, they’re fast, they can run, they can rush the passer,” he said. “They’ve prov-

In the Senior Open division, Wayne Dozier from Dickinson, Alabama, took top honors, followed by Jared Lowe of Gadsden, Alabama, and Matthew Presley of Front Royal, Virginia. Jason Conrad of Union, Mississippi, prevailed in the Friction Calling competition. The Owl Hooting champion was Brandon Rick of Pfafftown, North Carolina. Mitchell Johnson of Purlear, North Carolina, won the Gobbling competition, while Dozier and Lowe took home the Team Challenge title. Hudson McGarity of Dahlonega, Georgia, was the Amateur champ.

en that. But we feel like our offensive line is pretty good, and we felt like we would be receiving the benefits in the second, third and fourth quarters if we kept banging that rock because, eventually, we were hoping it would wear them down. And our offensive line, they got stronger as the game went on.” Birmingham under Holtz is now 6-0 in post-season play.

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The Board desires to have a turnkey exchange of four (4) GAC lters. Each lter contains 1,392 ft of carbon for a total of 5.568 ft3 of carbon for all 4 lters. An optional price shall include truck haul o of removed spent carbon and disposed of on customers property and an optional price including leaving spent carbon in supersacks and left for drying and disposal by customer.

On Exhibit A. Contractor shall state its price for the turnkey carbon exchange of four GAC lters with each lter containing 1,392 ft3 of carbon for a total of 5,568 ft3 in all four lters. This price shall include freight with delivery and o oad once on site. Contractor shall also state its price in Bid Option A for removing all spent carbon from site and dispose of it in a land ll or other disposal facility. Contractor shall also state its price in Bid Option B for placing all spent carbon in supersacks and leave on customer's property. Once awarded bid, the bidder shall have until August 1, 2024 to complete the project.

Product shall be 100 % fresh virgin Granular Activated Carbon made in the United States of America. The coal for the corresponding GAC shall be mined in the United States of America. The GAC shall be capable of removing tastes, odors, and other organic contaminants from water. The successful bidder shall provide written documentation that the carbon being supplied is 100% virgin. with no reactivated carbon content whatsoever. The GAC must be a 100% reagglomerated bituminous coal-based product sized to granular form prior to thermal activation.

The Product furnished by Contractor shall meet the following other requirements:

Each Product and its components must be new and not refurbished.

The GAC shall comply with AWWA 8604. latest edition.

The GAC shall conform to the requirements of NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 Drinking Water System Components- Health E ects standard. Bidder shall indicate source of coal, carbon manufacturing location and a description of the reagglomeration/thermal process.

The preferred method for carbon installation of virgin GAC shall be hydraulic water induction.

The Owner shall be responsible for providing the water supply needed to complete the process. Depth of GAC in each lter bed is 48" thick.

Plans, Speci cations and Contract Documents for the project described above are open to public inspection at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173. Telephone: (205) 228-1129. Speci cations may also be viewed on the Trussville Gas and Water website, Trussville.com under the News tab.

Trussville Gas and Water reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in any bid, and to accept any bid considered advantageous to the Owner.

No bid may be withdrawn after the time for opening bids has passed. Trussville Gas and Water reserves the right to hold the bids for a period of Sixty (60) days after the date of receiving Bids.

If said bid equals $100,000.00 or more, a certi ed check or bid bond must accompany each bid in an amount of not less than ve percent (5%) of the total bid, but in no event more than $10,000.00. The payee of such check, or the obligee of such bond, shall be Trussville Gas and Water. Contractor agrees to comply with all speci cations, plans and contract documents as furnished by Trussville Gas and Water. Contractor must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34 Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975. Prior to submitting a bid for this project, contractor must be prequali ed as a Gas and Water Line Utility Contractor for Trussville Gas and Water. Contractor prequali cation applications may be obtained at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173.

Activated Carbon (GAC) in Turnkey Carbon Exchange