Shelby County Municipal Election Guide

2020 municipAL ELECTION

SHELBY COUNTY, ALABAMA

Election Guide Your Vote. Your Voice.

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ELECTION GUIDE 2020 EDITORIAL Alec Etheredge Madoline Markham Keith McCoy Scott Mims Emily Sparacino

PRODUCTION Jamie Dawkins Kate Sullivan Green Connor Martin-Lively

MARKETING Darniqua Bowen Kristy Brown Parker Bryan Kari George Caroline Hairston Rachel Henderson Rhett McCreight Viridiana Romero Lisa Shapiro Kerrie Thompson

ADMINISTRATION Mary Jo Eskridge Hailey Dolbare Daniel Holmes Tim Prince Stacey Meadows

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR DEAR VOTER, It’s an important election year for Shelby County, and while many may be looking to the General Election in November, Aug. 25 marks an important day for local municipalities throughout the county with the 2020 municipal elections.

Each city will hold an election to determine who will be the mayor and city council members for the next four years.

Voting in your local municipal election is one of the most important votes you can cast every four years because of the impact it has on your way of living.

And this year is no different with eight of the county’s 14 cities/ towns. having opposition in the race for mayor, meaning many cities are at a crossroads of figuring out whether they want to make changes or continue in the current direction under the leadership that has been in place the previous four years.

During this year’s municipal election, Alabaster, Columbiana, Helena, Montevallo, Vincent and Wilsonville will have a new mayor with the current mayors of those cities deciding not to run for reelection. In addition to that, there is opposition in Hoover and Pelham for the mayoral seat as well.

Most cities also have opposition for at least one council seat if not all of them. The only two that have no opposition are Indian Springs and Wilton.

That makes this a big year for residents of those cities to get out and vote, which is why we at the Shelby County Reporter put together this special election guide.

In such an important time for the residents of this county, we want you to go to the polls informed before casting your vote.

Inside, you’ll find a rundown of each candidate running in each municipality and info about all of the candidates so you are ready come Aug. 25.

The quality of living in Shelby County continues to make it one of the best places to live in the state, and keeping it that way is up to the voters for each city to help our cities not only remain great but move forward as well.

Sincerely, Alec Etheredge Managing Editor Shelby County Newspapers Inc. MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020 | 1

VOTE

AUGUST 25 municipal elections

ALABASTER CALERA

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CHELSEA

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COLUMBIANA

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PELHAM

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MONTEVALLO

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ALABASTER

ALABASTER POLLING LOCATION First United Methodist Church 128 Market Center Drive Alabaster

MAYOR SCOTT BRAKEFIELD OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Alabaster ADDRESS: 615 Fulton Springs Road PHONE: (205) 915-4439 EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science - Education FAMILY: Wife - Michelle Sons -Noah, Shep & Wynn EMAIL: scottbrakefield@bellsouth.net POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Three terms Alabaster City Council, two as City Council President

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Pharmaceutical & Laboratory sales for 20 years.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Alabaster City Council and Alabaster City Schools Foundation PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I have the experience and knowledge to lead. I have served my hometown for the past 12 years. I look forward to continuing to move Alabaster forward in a positive and responsible manner. I am from Alabaster and I am for Alabaster!

ROBERT GOODNER OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Alabaster ADDRESS: 112 Oakbrooke Lane PHONE: (205) 218-3169

EDUCATION: BS-Criminal Justice, Troy State FAMILY: Wife - Michelle; daughters Gigi and Taylor EMAIL: rgoodner@me.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Assistant Director of the Department of Public Safety (State Troopers); Division Chief - Protective Services; Operations Officer - Highway Patrol Division; Aide-de-camp - Major General James A. Moore, Adjutant General, Alabama National Guard; appointed Statewide Coordinator of Tactical Training for Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission; Departmental Representative to Alabama Emergency Management Agency; District Commander, Alabama State Troopers of Montgomery and Birmingham Districts; Alabaster Civil Service Board MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020 | 3

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Security manager (BJCC), Coordinator Alabama Peace Officer’s Standards and Training Commission, Lieutenant Colonel Statewide Tactical Coordinator/ Commission Appointment Lieutenant Colonel (Assistant Director), Alabama Department of Public Safety Major, Protective Services Division (Division Chief) Captain.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Alabaster City Personnel Board Softball Coach Baseball Coach Basketball Coach, Evangel Classical Christian School Athletic Director, Evangel Classical Christian School Basketball Coach, Upward Basketball Varsity Baseball Head Coach, Evangel Classical Christian School Jr. Varsity Football Head Coach, Evangel Classical Christian School PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Alabaster should exist as a vibrant, exciting city with economic opportunities, educational systems, public works and public safety second to none. Words and dreams need to be followed up with action, integrity and completion.

Priorities need to be established regarding budgets with openness and oversight.

CITY COUNCIL WARD 1 SOPHIE MARTIN OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 1 for Alabaster PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: It is a true honor and blessing to serve as council 4 | MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020

member for Ward 1 and the City of Alabaster, especially during these challenging times. I am deeply grateful to the residents of Ward 1 for their ongoing support and partnership as we continue to move our great community and city forward.

CITY COUNCIL WARD 2 RICK ELLIS OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 2 for Alabaster

CITY COUNCIL WARD 3 DERRICK MORRISSETTE OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 3 for Alabaster ADDRESS: 364 Lacey Ave PHONE: (205) 807-2458 EDUCATION: BS Psychology FAMILY: Wife- Trish Morrissette 20yrs, DaeShaun-12 (son) & Daesha-8 (daughter) EMAIL: Electderrickward3@outlook.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: NA but I have intentionally attended and been engaged at council meetings consistently for 5 years.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Pharmaceutical Sales Industry Lead Servant/Senior Pastor @ Mind of Christ International CIVIC EXPERIENCE: YMCA Board Member 1 ½ years Founding member of Compact 20/20 Alabaster Launched Mentorship program for young men in Shelby/ Jefferson County 2 years PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Allow me to communicate your views and your voice. As your servant leader, I will help develop the future of our community and ensure its alignment with your values. I‘m Derrick Morrissette and I need your vote so I can serve you and our community.

Let’s grow together!

STACY RAKESTRAW OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 3 for Alabaster ADDRESS: 129 Sundance PHONE: (205) 529.3326 EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Management - Arkansas State University 1991 FAMILY: Husband, Kyle Children, Jake Faith, and Savanna Joy EMAIL: stacyrake@gmail.com WEBSITE: Rakestrawforalabaster.org/ Facebook.com/ StacyRakestrawForAlabaster/ POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Alabaster City Council for 8 years.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: AT&T Wireless Division (BellSouth Mobility) Director of Children’s Ministry Evangel Church, PCA SKy iservices, LLC - Owner, web development, and online marketing.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Apache Ridge HOA President Alabaster Public Schools Volunteer Alabaster Sports and Entertainment Foundation Volunteer General Election Poll Worker for several elections Compact 2020 and Alabaster For Tomorrow Drug Prevention Supporter Leadership Shelby PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Serving Alabaster residents, businesses, and the City Schools has been an honor.

The relationships created in my life these past eight years on the council are invaluable.

Initiatives such as the Medical Mile, Alabaster Health Fair, and the Alabaster Clean Sweep have helped in the recognition and growth of our city. With your vote I look forward to continuing to serve.

CITY COUNCIL WARD 4 APRIL DORTCH OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 4 for Alabaster ADDRESS: 129 Cambridge Pointe Drive PHONE: (205) 378-9398

EDUCATION: BA of Art Jackson State University 2011, Jackson, MS FAMILY: Husband Derrick Dortch and children; Jayla Chanel-2018 Thompson graduate and Dylan currently in eighth grade at TMS EMAIL: aprildortch4citycouncil@gmail. com WEBSITE: Facebook.com/alabasterapril/ POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Policy advocate for Quality Education as a Constitutional Right and volunteer for IDEAInstitute for Democratic Education in America Registered voter PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Sales Management, specializing in Human Resources and Leadership Graduate of Hay Group Leadership Development Institute former Mississippi Director of The Young People’s Project Grant and Proposal writer Prelicensed Real Estate Student Planning Committee member for the Young People’s Project at Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee 50th Anniversary and The Young People’s Project 25th Anniversary Committee CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Volunteer with Birmingham AIDS Outreach and AIDS Alabama Co-founder and former Director for The Young People’s Project, current Advisory Board Member & Volunteer Organized Juneteenth Celebration in Alabaster Creator of Change! Alabaster community group Graduate of Parents for Public Schools Parent Leadership Academy

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: It’s important to embrace diversity, create spaces for unity, and to operate with transparency and accountability. I’ll work to ensure that all residents feel valued, and that there is a true sense of community engagement.

One cannot speak for the people if you don’t know what they want to say.

GREG FARRELL OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 4 for Alabaster ADDRESS: 161 Sterling Gate Drive PHONE: (205) 203-2308 EDUCATION: Thompson High School, UAB Paramedic Program, Alabama Fire College FAMILY: Married for 38 years, 1 daughter, 2 granddaughters EMAIL: farrellcc4@gmail.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Alabaster City Council Ward 4, 2016-current.

Council Representative Alabaster Water Board 2019-current PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Retired Deputy Fire Chief- City of Alabaster 30 year veteran- Alabaster Fire Department Adjunct instructor Alabama Fire College Physical Education Teacher Kingwood Christian School Football Coach - Kingwood Christian School

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CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Served on Kingwood Christian School Board

rural towns and counties • Taught at University of Alabama and Jacksonville State University

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I want to sincerely thank the Citizens of Ward 4 for allowing me to serve as their Council Member for the past four years.

I am honored and humbled to have been given the opportunity to serve the residents and the City of Alabaster. I would like the opportunity to represent the Citizens of Ward 4 for four more years.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: • Resident of Alabaster for more than 20 years • Member of Alabaster City Schools Foundation Board of Directors • Vice President of Alabaster Arts Council • Key organizer of Alabaster CityFest and other cultural events

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Having graduated from Thompson in 2018, my professional experience has just begun as an apprentice at The Plumbers, LLC as I’ve recently graduated from Lawson State Community College.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: My civic experience extends no further than my passion and will to serve my community with the people’s best interests at heart.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I’m new to city government, but not new to what makes great towns like Alabaster work. For me and my family, this is about the next step in public service and civic pride. I’m excited to approach city government from a place of unity, and collaborate on what we are FOR, not against!

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: My three main points are small business support, Main Street revitalization, and continued park renovations. What separates me from the other candidates is that I am not backed by any special interest groups. I only have the interest of the community and their wellbeing at heart.

RANSOM CROWE

MICHAEL MEHLHOFF

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 5 for Alabaster

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 5 for Alabaster

ADDRESS: 144 Kentwood Lane

ADDRESS: 108 Kentwood Trail Circle

PHONE: (205) 601-9883

PHONE: (205) 728-8806

FAMILY: Charissa Cole, wife, principal at Creek View Elementary; Sullivan Thomas “Sully” Cole, son, student at Thompson Middle School

EDUCATION: Thompson High School 2018, Lawson State Community College 2020

EDUCATION: Enrolled in Columbia Southern University. Completing my senior year for a B.S. in Criminal Justice Administration

EMAIL: council@jamie-cole.com

FAMILY: Butters Franklin Crowe (cat)

WEBSITE: facebook.com/jcolealabaster

EMAIL: ransomcrowe@outlook.com

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: New to city government

WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/ voteransomcrowe

CITY COUNCIL WARD 5 JAMIE COLE OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 5 for Alabaster ADDRESS: 152 Sugarberry Drive PHONE: (205) 620-3983 EDUCATION: Undergraduate at Jacksonville State University, Masters Degree at Alabama

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FAMILY: I have been married to my wife Catherine for almost 30 years.

We have two daughters that attended Thompson High School and went on to the University of Alabama.

EMAIL: mmehlhoff@att.net

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I served in the United States Air Force. I have been in law enforcement for the past 25 years.

I started with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office in 1995, and then moved to Shelby County in 2002 where I started with the Alabaster Police Department, and in 2004 I took employment with the City of Calera as a police officer, and I am currently a Sergeant, supervising dayshift patrol.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: I was the Treasure for Gospel Light Baptist Church for almost 10 years, and I also served as Deacon.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I am excited to have the opportunity and chance for being the representative in Ward 5. Alabaster has always been a strong and vibrant community to raise a family, and my commitment is to keep it that way. I would be honored to have your vote on August 25th.

CITY COUNCIL WARD 6 SETH GANDY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 6 for Alabaster ADDRESS: 157 Tanglewood Drive EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in History, Associate in Golf Course and Turf Grass Management FAMILY: Wife- Jessica, Daughter- Alannah, Son- Jackson

EMAIL: Gandy4council@gmail.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Professional experience: Spent the past 9 years as the Park and Recreation Director for the City of Calera PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: If elected, I will work hard for you and your family to make Alabaster a place you are proud to call home. I believe my time working in a municipality setting has given me the skills and an understanding of how to get things done.

LARRY SAILES OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 6 for Alabaster ADDRESS: 213 Widgeon Circle PHONE: (205) 728-4097 EDUCATION: BBA-HRM, MBA-HCM, D.Div. FAMILY: Theresa L. Sailes-wife of 32 years, Dante T. Sailes, Alexis S. Sailes, Urijah J. Sailes EMAIL: lsailes4citycouncil@gmail.com WEBSITE: Facebook @Larry Sailes for Alabaster City Council – Ward 6 POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Campaigned for Mayor of Alabaster in 2016.

Manager Still Serving Veterans and Federal Government as a Federal Investigator. Equal Employment Officer for the Alabama Department of Public Health. Licensed ordained minister since 1987.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Committee membership for the Comer-Zeigler Project; Developing Alabama Youth Day Program; Alabama Counseling Associate (ALCA)—Jefferson/Shelby County Branch of American Counseling Association; Global Career Development Facilitator—Center for Credentialing and Education, and Executive Board of Directors Alabaster YMCA; founding board member of the Alabaster Teen Council. Leadership Shelby County, The John Maxwell Training Team, ‘Toys 4 Tots’ and food pantries.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Families are key to the future of our city, continuing to ensure excellence in the Alabaster City School system and finding new ways to provide entertainment, especially for youth, and addressing the opioid epidemic.

Alabaster is a beacon of hope for other cities to emulate!

Support me with your vote, and the opportunity to serve as your Council member.

CITY COUNCIL WARD 7 KERRI PATE OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 7 for Alabaster

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Retired U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer, Surface Warfare and Aviation Warfare Certified.

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CALERA

CALERA POLLING LOCATION Roy Downs Memorial Calera Public Library 9700 AL-25 Calera

MAYOR JON G. GRAHAM OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Calera

PHILIP L. BUSBY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council for Calera

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I have been part of the Birmingham Home Builders Association for 30 years.

MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I have lived in Calera for 62 years.

I’m looking forward to working for the citizens of Calera.

DR. DAVID B. HOBSON KENNY COST

CITY COUNCIL AT LARGE CHRIS BUNN OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council for Calera

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council for Calera ADDRESS: P.O. Box 595 PHONE: (205) 365-0554 POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: I served 4 years for the park and recreation.

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OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council for Calera ADDRESS: 1116 Savannah Lane EDUCATION: Hueytown High School, 2001 Bachelor of Arts, Samford University, 2005 Master of Divinity, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 2010

Doctor of Education, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2015 FAMILY: Wife: Lauren, married June 1, 2019; Dog: Jack, 6 month old silver lab EMAIL: db.hobson@hotmail.com PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Certified Teacher/Coach, Director of Mud Creek Baptist Association PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: My personal message has always been faith, family, and progress.

We always have something to believe in. We always have to have people around us. If we aren’t moving forward we are moving backward.

ERNEST MONTGOMERY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council for Calera

EMAIL: cdlmorgan@aol.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Four years on the Calera Water Board

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Electrician for Phillips Electric Professional Fishing – Bassmasters Elite Outsides Sale Rep – City Electric Supply

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Shelby Highway Department Alabaster Water

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: I am a son of a former council member for over 30 years.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Calera Water Board Calera Main Street Board Calera Park & Recreational Board Chairperson of Deacon Board Sunday School Teacher

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Growing up in Calera, I’ve seen the change that Calera has made but I want to see more changes that are for the better. Calera is growing at a fast rate, and I would love to be a part of the team to move Calera forward.

I’m not running for council member for the benefits. I love my hometown and want what’s best for Calera.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I am thankful and grateful to serve the citizens of Calera. Your voice(s) is my commitment and God is my guide in serving the people with honor. After speaking with several families, it gives me great pride to strive for greatness in the city of Calera.

I have listened, heard your comments and advice and I am ready to put them into action.

“Working for the people.”

HILTON SHIREY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council for Calera

KEITH PHILLIPS

CALVIN “JACK” MORGAN OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council for Calera ADDRESS: 131 Hermitage Lane PHONE: (205) 909-8137 EDUCATION: Robert C. Hatch H.S. Southern Jr. College FAMILY: Dee (wife), La’Jacqueline (daughter), Jaxon (Grandson)

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council for Calera ADDRESS: 3016 Long Branch Drive PHONE: (205) 229-1582 EDUCATION: Calera High School FAMILY: Mandy – wife Five children EMAIL: Robert.phillips@cityelectricsupply. com

KAY SNOWDEN TURNER OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council for Calera ADDRESS: P.O. Box 680 PHONE: (205) 903-3285 EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science, Business Education FAMILY: Arianne Turner,Daughter EMAIL: kaysturner2020@gmail.com MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020 | 9

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Currently serving as Calera Council Member Term: November 1, 2016 – October 31, 2020

parades. Actively organized and supported the success of Calera becoming a Mainstreet Designated Community, June 3, 2019.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Served 25 years with the Louisiana Department of Transportation Engineering Department Worked in the banking sector with BancorpSouth Hoover, Alabama

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Efforts to keep Citizens INFORMED. Improvements to our MainStreet Downtown Historic District.

Citywide infrastructure upgrades.

Promote local businesses and promote our city to new business prospects.

Support for facility improvements at our schools, in order to keep pace with our growing populace.

Support for Police and Firefighters through training and equipment funding.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Actively supports civic activities such as Shiloh’s Place (Community Outreach), Elks Lodge (Senior Citizens and Veterans Program), Calera’s MainStreet Downtown Cleanup, Victory Counseling Service, inviting school students to council meetings for civic participation credit. Participating in and supporting Christmas

ALAN WATTS OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council for Calera PERSONAL MESSAGE: I am 55 years old and a lifelong resident of Calera. I have served two terms on the council and am proud of several accomplishments the current Mayor & Council have achieved. High credit rating, competition of the Hwy 31 Bridge over I-65, approved and funded a new project named Calera Main Street & several improvements to Eagle Park.

These are just a few of many things we are proud of with many other projects in the works.

Follow at facebook.com/jcolealabaster “I have lived, worked and served in Alabaster for more than 20 years. I am ready and would be honored to amplify your voice at City Hall.”

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CHELSEA

CHELSEA POLLING LOCATION Chelsea City Hall 11611 Chelsea Road Chelsea

MAYOR TONY PICKLESIMER OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Chelsea ADDRESS: 108 Lake Chelsea Drive

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CODY SUMNERS

CHRISTOPHER GRACE

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 1 for Chelsea

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 3 for Chelsea EDUCATION: BS Civil Engineering

PHONE: (205) 678-7260 FAMILY: Married to Cindy

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EMAIL: tpicklesimer@cityofchelsea.com

SCOTT WEYGAND

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: 3 terms on City Council 1 term as Mayor PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Retired Ford Dealer

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 2 for Chelsea

FAMILY: Gina (spouse), Austin (27), Dasha (Ham) (26), Kirby (21) EMAIL: ChooseGrace2020@gmail.com

WEBSITE: Facebook.com/choosegrace2020 POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: I was appointed to the Council in March of 2019 to fill the remainder of the Place 3 term. This is my first election and would be a first full term in public service.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I am a civil engineer licensed in five states with over 23 years of experience in consulting to various public and private clients across the Southeast. I currently serve as a vice president and local leader for a regional engineering and architecture firm specializing in transportation and public infrastructure.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Rotarian; Volunteer for UWCA, Lifeline Children’s Services, and The Church at Brook Hills; Serving as 2020 Chair-Elect for the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce. 2014 graduate of Leadership Shelby County PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I believe that my professional experience over the past two decades municipalities across the Southeast in infrastructure design gives me a unique perspective and skill set to help our council during this period of planning, growth and investment. We already have fantastic projects underway and many more on the horizon!

CHRIS THOMAS OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 3 for Chelsea ADDRESS: 4246 Highway 39 PHONE: (205) 500-1533 EDUCATION: Graduated Chelsea High School, attended University of Montevallo FAMILY: Sister- Tami, Nephew- Bradley Thomas (wife Ashley) 12 | MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020

EMAIL: cthomas1963@gmail.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Participated in city council election of 2016.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I have worked for the Shelby County Board of Education for 28 years, and I have worked for Jim n’ Nicks, at the Greystone location, for 21 years. This professional experience has put me in touch with several aspects of the city, as well as the needs and wants of the community.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: As part of my profession as a bus driver for Shelby County schools, I have taken on multiple responsibilities within the system. One of those positions is being the coordinator for transportation during extracurricular activities for all school ages. This has allowed me to participate in activities with multiple members of the community as well as being responsible for the safety of the children in the community.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: My goal is to continue the progress that the council has made and add perspective from a lifelong resident. I have praised the progress, but also understand some of the issues/needs of people that have been part of the Chelsea community since its beginning, which predates any member of the council.

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 4 TIFFANY BITTNER OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 4 for Chelsea

FAMILY: Husband Danny Bittner, Children Reece, Brayden, Price and Bayleigh Bittner EMAIL: tiffany_bit@ yahoo.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Served 4 years on the Chelsea City Council Place 4 PERSONAL MESSAGE: I’m very grateful and honored to have the ability to serve our community for another 4 years.

I think Mayor Tony Picklesimer and my fellow council members have been able to do remarkable things. Improving education is at the forefront of my goal as we look forward to another term.

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 5 CASEY MORRIS OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 5 for Chelsea EMAIL: cnm286@ aol.com or cmorris@ cityofchelsea. com WEBSITE: Facebook.com/ CaseyMorrisCCCPlace5 POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: In 2016 I was elected to the Chelsea City Council and will be completing my first full term in November of this year.

COLUMBIANA

COLUMBIANA POLLING LOCATION Columbiana Recreation Building 194 Washington Street Columbiana

MAYOR JERRY BICE OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Columbiana ADDRESS: 34 Hwy 314 PHONE: (205) 365-0524 EDUCATION: High school graduate FAMILY: Wife Sharon Cooper, three adult children and five grandkids with one due in September

and encourage our local first responders

grandchildren, Catherine, Abby and Connor

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: If elected mayor, I will do my best to listen to your ideas and concerns for the city. I would like to encourage you all to become involved in our city government.

I do believe in term limits and if elected, I will not become a career politicion. Thank you!!!

EMAIL: sredheadc@aol.com

SUSAN REDHEAD CONN

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Owned and operated a successful business – Main Street Florist sine 1997 and we also have a second location in Mt Laurel Baumann Coatings – McCalla, Alabama – 15 years – sales department: in charge of bidding and securing major pipeline and structural steel projects and keeping the cost on all existing projects so that the company could have an accurate detailed cost on all projects.

National Standard – Columbiana – in charge of shipping department until they closed.

OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Columbiana ADDRESS: 111 Collins Street

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Owner and operator of Bice Auto Repair for more than 30 years

PHONE: (205) 669-7651

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Conscientious voter, coached little league baseball for more than 20 years, support

FAMILY: Married to Michael Conn for 48 years. We have one daughter Kelly Burley and husband Walker and 3 wonderful

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: I have been involved with the Columbiana council meetings.

I’ve attended and keeping abreast of all the interworking’s and attending the work sessions.

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CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Past president of the Columbiana Merchants Association

Association, Society of Logistic Engineers, et al

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Working with the public for many years I became familiar with the operations of a municipality. My work gave me an opportunity to understand what the citizens want to see in Columbiana. I will continue to serve this community professionally, with honor and integrity as I have for the past 28 years.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: My goal as Mayor would bring honesty, integrity and truthfulness back to the Mayor’s office. I would love to expand the existing sidewalks, repair the streets, work on the Shelby County Arts Building, hire an athletic director for sport events for our children. Work closely with our schools and streamline our council meetings.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: After more than 40 years of service to our nation, I want to serve our community by leveraging my leadership skills, strategic planning expertise, financial management skills, and defense industry infrastructure management experience to lead our city on a path of sustained, manageable growth while improving city services and infrastructure.

DAVID MITCHELL

LAMAR VICK

OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Columbiana

OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Columbiana

ADDRESS: 676 Highway 47

ADDRESS: 310 Highway 25 E

ADDRESS: P.O. Box 529

PHONE: (205) 669-5208

EDUCATION: Shelby County High School, Central Alabama Community College--EMT II, University of Alabama Law Enforcement Academy, Jacksonville State University--240 hours of Executive Level training

EDUCATION: Doctorate - University of Alabama – Educational Leadership with a Social and Cultural Studies Concentration.

Master of Education and Bachelor’s in Communication Studies University of Montevallo.

PHONE: (205) 258-1099 EDUCATION: BS, Aviation Management, Auburn University. MA, Management Webster University FAMILY: Spouse: Kathy Glenn Mitchell, three children, five grandchildren EMAIL: davidmitchellformayor@gmail. com WEBSITE: Facebook.com/ David-Mitchell-forMayor-111370500644835 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Air Force Combat Veteran, Fighter Pilot Aerospace/Defense Executive CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Corporate Chamber of Commerce Rep, Company United Way Chairman Aerospace Industries 14 | MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020

FAMILY: Wife Beverly Vick, 5 children, 2 grandchildren EMAIL: lvick301@gmail.com PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 36 years in law enforcement, 28 of those years with the City of Columbiana. Served as Chief of Police for 14 years.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: 30 years as a volunteer firefighter Coached Little League baseball for Wilsonville

TERESA A. WHITING OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Columbiana

FAMILY: Married 41 years to Leslie Whiting, Children: Tracy, Leslie Jr. (Bethany), Maurice (Ellen), Seven Grandchildren.

EMAIL: TeresaAWhiting@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.teresaawhiting.com PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Presently employed with Shelby County Schools - Dual Certified Secondary Education Teacher at Shelby County Juvenile Detention Past work history: EBCO - USS Birmingham Team Leader Lowe Reality - Administrative

Assistant Department of the Army - Army Emergency Relief Coordinator CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Joint Pastoral Leader - The Church at Columbiana (with Les) Senior Citizen’s Bible Study Teacher – 1999 - present Board Member of the Shelby County Arts Council – 2006 present Shelby County Jail Ministry Team – 20 years Former member of Columbiana Beautification Board Former PTO President, Columbiana Middle School Former member of Shelby County DHR Quality Assurance Program Former member of the Columbiana Lions Club Former Member of the Shelby County School of Technology Finance Academy Advisory Board Former Local and State President for Aglow International Former Board Member of The Father’s House Ministry Former Board Member of the Future Business Leaders of America for Columbiana Middle School Former Symposium Delegate for the 8th Infantry Division U.S. Army Europe Recipient of the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Service Award (a national service award for

commitment to community service) PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I am a proven servant leader with a vested interest in Columbiana.

Understanding that the success of Columbiana is linked to the well-being of every citizen, I am committed to creating an environment where ALL citizens can flourish. Now is the time for us to move forward in UNITY!

CITY COUNCIL WARD 1 KAREN HARRIS LILLY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 1 for Columbiana

CITY COUNCIL WARD 2 HOPE FINLEY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 2 for Columbiana ADDRESS: 415 Springs Crossing Drive PHONE: (205) 281.1908 EDUCATION: Bachelors of Science in Mass Communication and Double Minor in Business and Public Relations from the University of Montevallo FAMILY: Daughter of Lane and Sheila Finley.

EMAIL: khopefinley@gmail.com WEBSITE: Facebook.com/ HopeFinleyforColumbiana POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: This is my first opportunity to add any political experience to my resume. Although, throughout my undergrad time at the University of Montevallo I was fortunate to hold many

leadership positions within clubs and organizations on campus, as well as within my sorority.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I started working at The Clothes Tree by Deborah in Birmingham, Alabama, in 2016, part-time as a Sales Associate. I became a full-time Fashion Consultant for The Clothes Tree by Deborah in 2017 and part-time in 2018. As I entered my final semester at the University of Montevallo, I interned at The Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and then transitioned into an internship with the Birmingham Barons for the summer of 2017, as the Production Intern. My first job after graduating college was with the Birmingham Barons, where I was hired on full-time as the Marketing and Promotions Manager. I am currently the Marketing Coordinator for eCO Credit Union, and started my position here in 2018. In my current role, I am responsible for social media marketing, digital advertising creatives, fundraising, and community relations. Throughout my professional career, I have been able to continue to sharpen my interpersonal communication skills, improve my creative skills, and become a more efficient critical thinker.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Helped in the community as part of serve day for Cornerstone Christian School. Similarly, being a member of Phi Mu Fraternity at the University of Montevallo provided opportunities to give back to the Montevallo Community through the Big Event held annually. More recently, I have been proud to help plan and organize fundraisers for Children’s of Alabama for the past two years, where I personally raised over $3,000 last year.

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PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Columbiana has been home for over 25 years. Witnessing the growth within our small town has motivated me to help keep the progress moving forward. I am eager to serve this community and help it soar to its highest potential. Please consider voting for me to represent District Two on August 25th.

VICKIE MCNEAL MIZZELL OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 2 for Columbiana ADDRESS: 271 Mizzell Road EDUCATION: High School Diploma PHONE: (205) 438-1085 FAMILY: Married for 34 years; 2 children; 4 grandchildren EMAIL: vickiemizzell@gmail.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: I worked in a political environment most of my career.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Shelby County Magistrate for several years and Chief Magistrate.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Involved with Family Outreach through church. Alabama Courts Specialist Association and National Association of Legal Secretaries. Alabama State Employees Association. Work in a Senior Living Community.

Public Service for many years.

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PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I am looking forward to working with each of you if elected on August 251. Together we can make a difference. My prayer is that we reach goals that are important to all of our Citizens in Columbiana. It would be a great to be Elected as your voice in District 2.

CITY COUNCIL WARD 3 RICKY RUSTON OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 3 for Columbiana ADDRESS: 117 Creekwood Drive EDUCATION: University of Montevallo ‘03, Bachelor of Science FAMILY: Lauren (wife), Davis (12), Griffin (5) EMAIL: rruston@bellsouth.net POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Columbiana City Council 20122016 & 2016-2020 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Banking Operations professional with 16 years experience.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Member of All Pro Dad’s Program at Elvin Hill, Tri-City Compact 20/20 Program, Southeast Shelby Rescue Board, Columbiana Park and Rec Board, Shelby County High School Football Quarterback Club and Wildcat Diamond Club..10+ years involvement with Shelby County Youth Baseball.

Direct partner/supporter of Columbiana Girls Softball, Columbiana Youth Basketball and

Shelby County Youth Football & Cheerleading.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: It’s been a privilege to represent the City of Columbiana. I take great pride investing in our community, partnering with schools and seeing Columbiana progress. At the center of it all has been our youth promoting growth while working alongside our organizations, seeking additional activities and ensuring they have a voice with each opportunity.

CITY COUNCIL WARD 4 GLADYS BEASLEY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 4 for Columbiana ADDRESS: 100 Johnson Street PHONE: (205) 800-1743 EDUCATION: High School diploma PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 25 years in banking, currently Assistant Branch Manager/Bryant Bank CIVIC EXPERIENCE: I was the treasure of the Shelby county Historical society for 2 years/ and I have attended several Chamber meetings.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I would like to see Columbiana grow but not lose its small town feel, I have lived in Columbiana for 48 years, and I want people to see it from my view, a place to live and raise a family. I know if I am elected I can help to make Columbiana great again.

KIM RASCO KING OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 4 for Columbiana ADDRESS: 103 Pinetree Circle PHONE: (205)965-1814 EMAIL: kimrking64@gmail.com EDUCATION: Bachelor of Human Resource Management POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Served on the city council for 2 terms. Appointed to the Personnel Committee during the terms.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Worked for 23 years as Payroll Analyst for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: It has been an honor and privilege to serve the City of Columbiana. I love my life-long home town with all my heart.

There is nowhere else I would have wanted to live or raise my children. I want our businesses to thrive and be supported by our community while keeping our close-knit community that we enjoy.

JONATHAN THOMAS RUSSELL OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 4 for Columbiana ADDRESS: P.O. Box 33

EDUCATION: Jefferson State paramedic program FAMILY: Wife Sarah and daughter Rebecca EMAIL: russell7022@yahoo.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: This will be my first political apointment if elected PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Firefighter and paramedic for the city of Birmingham Paramedic for southeast shelby county rescue CIVIC EXPERIENCE: worked and volunteer at southeast shelby county rescue. Volunteer coached the 5U softball team last spring.

Chaperoned multiple Elvin Hill Elementary school field trips over the past two years.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: If elected I plan to represent each and every citizen of this wonderful town in a way that you can all be proud of. I want to bring transparency between you and your local government.

CITY COUNCIL WARD 5 GARY CRUMPTON

PHONE: (205) 281-2476 EDUCATION: BS in Business Administratiion – Troy, Masters in Education – University of Montevallo FAMILY: Wife Stephanie, four children, Chandal, Brooklynn, Brock, Alexandra PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Bolton-Brown Funeral Home 1988-91 Mortgage America – 1993-95 Shelby County Schools – Teacher/ Coach 1997-present Sports Coaching: Head Girls Basketball, Assistant Boys Basketball, Head Softball and Swimming CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Columbiana Park & Rec Board – 3+ years Columbiana Girls Softball Board – 2 years Columbiana Girls Youth Softball coach – 6 years Columbiana Youth Basketball Coach – 3 years PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I want to serve on the city council so that we can work together to embrace the future of our city, helping to provide a safe and strong community that supports everyone equally.

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 5 for Columbiana

ASHLEY PHILLIPS OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Ward 5 for Columbiana ADDRESS: 100 Beacon Drive

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HARPERSVILLE

HARPERSVILLE POLLING LOCATION Harpersville Community Center 39321 AL-25 Harpersville

MAYOR THEOANGELO PERKINS OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Harpersville EDUCATION: Vincent High School and the University of Alabama.

EMAIL: Pastortperkins@gmail.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Mayor of Harpersville 2004-2016.

Member of City Council 19982004.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Real Estate Agent and Broker, pastor, former educator, bus driver.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Harpersville water Board, Planning Commission, Board of 18 | MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020

Directors Shelby Extension, Board of Director GBRPC.

PHONE: (205) 672-9008

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I am grateful that you allowed me to serve as your mayor before. I will always listen to your concerns and represent you.

I will build on our past success and work to better out town. We are Harpersville strong.

EDUCATION: Graduate of Vincent High School 1975, Graduate Samford University 1981

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 1, PLACE 1 BEVERLY ODEN JOHNSON OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 1, Place 1 for Harpersville ADDRESS: P.O. Box 28

FAMILY: One Son, One Daughter EMAIL: boj57@bellsouth.net POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: I have been on Harpersville City Council for 16 plus years.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I’m a Registered Nurse (RN). I worked at Brookwood Medical Center for 18 years. I’ve worked at UAB Highlands for 22 years.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: I have served on the Harpersville finance committee, community clean up committee and road and street committee.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I have humbly served the Harpersville community as counsel for several years. I have always made myself available for our citizens. My leadership has helped us overcome challenges and make positive strides. Let’s Continue The Progress!

JAMIE KELLEY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 1, Place 1 for Harpersville

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 1, PLACE 2 MARTIN DATES OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 1, Place 2 for Harpersville

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 2, PLACE 1 SHEILA KIDD RICH OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 2, Place 1 for Harpersville

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 2, PLACE 2 WILLIAM CARTER OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 2, Place 2 for Harpersville ADDRESS: P.O. Box 57 PHONE: (205) 541-4656 FAMILY: Married with 2 children EMAIL: topkat157@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Self-employed for 10 years.

Produce Specialist at Bruno’s Inc. for 30 years Anniston Army Depot 3 years CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Server on the budget committee for City of Harpersville for 12 years

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 2, PLACE 3 JANET GILL OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 2, Place 3 for Harpersville ADDRESS: 1208 Klein Road PHONE: (205) 354-3067 FAMILY: Married to Bim for 43 years with two children and six grandchildren EMAIL: Granjen.gill6@gmail.com WEBSITE: Gillsservicecenter.com

PERSONAL MESSAGE: I am committed to our town.

I have enjoyed the progress that has been made and would love to be a part of the city council as our town continues to move forward. I am available to citizens and will continue to work together for the good of each person in our community.

ANGELA TAIT OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 2, Place 3 for Harpersville ADDRESS: P.O. Box 662 EDUCATION: Associate Degree in Criminal Justice FAMILY: Fiona Tait and Jimmy Macon EMAIL: ms.angelatait@yahoo.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Planning & Zoning Committee PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I want to be a voice for the people and to help Harpersville grow from a town to a city.

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Served on City Council District 2, Place 3 for 20 years CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Served on several committees over the years. This term, I have been on the Finance Committee, beautification and safety committee. On a personal note, I enjoy teaching Sunday School for adults, singing on the worship team and teaching girls on Wednesday nights at Center in Vincent.

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HELENA

HELENA POLLING LOCATION Helena Sports Complex 110 Sports Complex Road Helena

MAYOR BRIAN PUCKETT OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Helena ADDRESS: 789 Rosebury Road PHONE: (205) 567.3132 EDUCATION: Bachelors – Business Administration Masters – Business Administration focusing on Organizational Leadership and Theories FAMILY: Ashley (Wife), Mallory (11), Alana (11), Brynna (9), Ross (7) and Abby (6) EMAIL: brian.puckett@att.net 20 | MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020

WEBSITE: www.PuckettForHelena.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Helena City Council, Place 2 (2019 – Present) City Council Liaison, Helena Police Department City Council Liaison, Administration Alabama League of Municipalities Committee on Transportation, Public Safety and Communications Alabama League of Municipalities Committee on Community and Economic Development PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Head of eSignature, Regions Bank (April 2019 – Present) Project Manager, Regions Bank (October 2017 – April 2019) Sales & Service Solutions Designer, Regions Bank (January 2015 – October 2017) Branch Manager, Regions Bank (May 2008 – January 2015)

Mortgage Broker, Fairway Mortgage (January 2005 – May 2008) CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Helena Beautification Board, ViceChairman Helena Soccer Board Helena Youth Soccer Coach Helena Earth-Kind Rose Trial, Curator Helena Christmas Tree Lighting, Co-lead Helena Elementary School PTO – Box Tops Coordinator Helena Elementary School PTO Secretary Helena Intermediate School PTO – Food For Thought Coordinator Helena Intermediate School PTO – Treasurer Riverchase Business Association, Board of Directors PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: A proven leader in both a major Fortune 500 Bank and Helena, I bring the tools and drive

to continue moving Helena forward in the best manner for generations to come. I will focus on advocating for more suitable infrastructure, increased resources for our schools, and a community that is safe for all.

SCOTT SUMMERLIN OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Helena ADDRESS: 101 Rowntree Path EDUCATION: Midfield High School 1989, Wallace Comm.

College 90-91 FAMILY: Wife of 28 years, Dr. Jennifer Summerlin, daughters, Alexandria Easton, Abby Summerlin, grandson Henry EMAIL: summerlin4mayor@gmail.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: 1st run for office PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 25 years serving as a law enforcement officer and school resource officer PERSONAL MESSAGE: I am not a politician; I am a public servant. I want to continue the great work of Mayor Hall and help the city continue to move forward.

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 1 LEIGH HULSEY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 1 for Helena

ADDRESS: 1709 Fieldstone Circle PHONE: (205) 451-2955 EDUCATION: Auburn University graduate WEBSITE: www.hulseyforhelena.com FAMILY: Married to Dennis Hulsey for 23 years and we have three wonderful children, Bradon (22), Cade (18) and RK (16) POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Helena City Council, Place 1 - 12 years PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Owner of CrossFit Alabaster - 8 years CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Buck Creek Festival, Volunteer Coordinator - 3 years Civitan - 2 years PTO - various board positions and member for 16 years PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Helena, thank you for allowing me to serve you for the past 12 years. The city has seen many wonderful changes over the years and I believe the best is yet to come. I want to partner with you again as an advocate for the future YOU desire!

SCOT NEWMAN OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 1 for Helena ADDRESS: 452 Old Cahaba Way

PHONE: (313) 377-9078 EDUCATION: Associates in Business from Baker College FAMILY: Jen Newman-Wife, Bryce Newman-Son, Drew Hosler-Step Son, and Allison NewmanDaughter EMAIL: Newman4Helena@gmail.com WEBSITE: facebook.com/Scot.Newman1 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I have been working in the automotive industry for the last 22 years. Working my way up to Quality Manager.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: I have been a coach and helped coach for Helena Rec sports in soccer, football, and baseball. I am the director of Helena Market Days (Helena’s Farmers Market) and with my team we have kept the Market a success bringing fresh fruits and veggies to Helena and bringing families together every Saturday. I am currently the president of Helena’s Buck Creek Festival. This will be our teams 1st year and we’ve already had to make some tough decisions.

One of them was postponing the festival instead of cancelling. We hope to make it a success as it has been in years past. I have also helped other events in Helena.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I hope you will support me in this journey and vote for me August 25th. Please contact me either by email at Newman4Helena@gmail. com, message me on Facebook or call/text me at 313-377-9078.

Thank you and I look forward to representing you and the city on Helena’s City Council Place 1.

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CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Board Member of Helena Athletic Association Board; Throws Coach, Track & Field Helena Middle/High DOMINGA GARDNER School; Former Volunteer Coach, OFFICE SOUGHT: Volleyball YMCA; Mentor Young City Council Professionals; Member of Liberty Place 2 for Missionary Baptist Church, Helena current Trustee Chair, former Assistant Youth Director, current ADDRESS: Audio/Visual Ministry, Bible 1306 Old Study Teacher; Member of Delta Cahaba Cove Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; and, Member of Society of Women PHONE: Engineers. Additionally, Dominga (205)267-4166 volunteers her time working

with community churches on EDUCATION: improving their technology to Bachelor of Science Computer provide their members with Science Minor: Mathematics and online services.

Software Engineering Master of Science: Information Systems PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: & Management; and, Master of The needs of Helena will Science Education Technology change over time, but today, FAMILY: Husband, Keon Gardner two daughters Kirsen and Kya EMAIL: contact@Gardner4Helena.com

WEBSITE: www.Gardner4Helena.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Dominga is new to the political arena; however, she is a public servant. She has served Helena, Shelby and Jefferson counties for the past 14 years.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Dominga has been working in the Jefferson County Merit System for over 14 years as an Application Developer at Jefferson County Commission.

She manages a team in improving workflow processes and implementing enterprise systems. She also is an Adjunct Professor at Miles College in Fairfield.

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our top priorities are our youth (education), diversity, infrastructure, AND knowledge— which I consider to be the most precious and valuable resource we can have. Vote Dominga Gardner Place 2, and you will be voting for someone who is preparing for a better tomorrow.

CHRIS VANCLEAVE OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 2 for Helena ADDRESS: 148 Appleford Road PHONE: (205) 585-9687

EDUCATION: Owen School of Banking, Vanderbilt Univ.

FAMILY: Daughter: Christina 29, Son: Tyler, 27

EMAIL: Chris@ChrisVanCleave.com

WEBSITE: www.ChrisVanCleave.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Newcomer PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Vice President, Regions Bank. A career in banking spanning over 27 years specializing focusing on process improvements and operational excellence that has saved the bank millions of dollars.

Operations/Technology Division Associate Engagement Champion – Lead the organization in training and developing managers, team leaders and influencers to maximize their team’s potential through strengths-based training efforts.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Chairman, Helena Beautification Board Trustee, Educational Endowment Trust – American Rose Society Board Member – AGRS – American Garden Rose Selections City of Helena’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Chairman Volunteer Helena Christmas Parade Committee Volunteer Speaker: Helena Library Who’s Who Among American Bankers PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Having lived in Helena for over 15 years, I am passionate about our community and want to do my part to keep Helena a great place to live, work and shop. We’ll do that by running a transparent, efficient government and by promoting balanced growth, public safety, vibrant athletic programs and schools we can all be proud of.

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 3 ALICE LOBELL OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 3 for Helena ADDRESS: 6012 Woodvale Road PHONE: (205) 601-1169 EDUCATION: B.A. in Art Education , Harding University M.A. in Higher Education & Human Development, George Washington University M.A. in Art Education, University of Montevallo

FAMILY: One son, Jonathan Hollabaugh, his wife, Brook, and two granddaughters, Madison and Riley EMAIL: Alobell@cityofhelena.org WEBSITE: MsAlice.org POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Helena City Council, 2016-2020 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Part time instructor of remedial math and English for the Navy, Florida Junior College, Norfolk, VA Academic Dean of Southern Institute Junior College, Birmingham, AL 1982-1990 Art Educator, Shelby County Schools, 1990-2015 (mostly at Helena schools)

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Leadership Shelby County, class of 2019 Alumni Board, Leadership Shelby County, 2019-present Sponsor, Helena Teen Council Helena Christmas Parade Committee, 1990-present PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I love Helena! I am honored to be a part of Helena City Council, and I really appreciate all the support given to me by the Helena residents.. I look forward to another great four years! Thank you for putting your trust in me as one of your council members.

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CITY COUNCIL PLACE 4 TANGEE EDWARDS OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 4 for Helena ADDRESS: P.O. Box 719 PHONE: (205) 580-9842 EDUCATION: Business Administration, Attended the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.

FAMILY: Husband David EMAIL: electangee@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.electangee.com PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Wells Fargo Bank (Management) Blessed World, LLC (Founder, CEO): Business Consulting and Strategic Management ​KYMP, LLC (Founder, CEO):Entertainment Company CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Youth Minister and Outreach Coordinator Order of Eastern Stars, PHA Jane B. Holmes Helena Library (former Board Member) Pregnancy Resource Center (former Client Advocate) Sav-A-Life, Shelby (former Re3 Coordinator) “Knowledge is Power” Educational Tour (Coordinator and Speaker) HBCU Tour (Director and Host) NAACP (former Vice President of the University of Alabama Chapter/ former Treasury of the Shelby County Chapter 50AB) 24 | MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020

PALS (Coordinate Fundraiser and Community Day Events) Plans of Hope (Board Member) Fundamental Business Workshops (Advisor and Workshop Conductor) B.E.T. “Get Out& Vote” Tour(former Representative) UNCF PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Think…“a thriving economy for ALL”. My mission is to serve ALL families and businesses in Helena. As a professional with high integrity, I will Educate myself about the specific needs of our Communities. I will advocate for a high-quality of living and communicate innovative solutions that will facilitate change for everyone.

LAURA JOSEPH OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 4 for Helena ADDRESS: 2225 Old Cahaba Place PHONE: (334) 733-5120 EDUCATION: B.A. – Communications University of Alabama FAMILY: Married 14 years to TJ, who is the Engineering Manager at FitzThors Engineering; 2 children: Anna Kate (13) and John Marshall (9)

Tempore in 2019 City Council Liaison, Jane B. Holmes Public Library City Council Liaison, Helena Beautification Board Shelby County Republican Party, Zone 6 Director and Communications Director (20092018) Alabama Republican Party, Executive Committee Member PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Director of Marketing, Central State Bank (December 2019-present) Art Director, NorthCape International (January 2013-July 2019) CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Vice President, Helena’s Buck Creek Festival Leadership Shelby County Board of Directors (Class of 2018) Board Member, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Shelby County 2014 YourTown Alabama graduate PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: An experienced leader who is committed to responsibly planning residential and commercial growth, Laura Joseph advocates for transportation improvements, additions to local schools, and capital improvement projects that will permit Helena to better serve her citizens. Reelect Laura Joseph to Helena City Council, Place 4 on August 25th!

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 5 HEWY WOODMAN

EMAIL: ljoseph27@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.electlaurajoseph.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Helena City Council, Place 4 (2016-current), elected Pro

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 5 for Helena ADDRESS: 1286 Old Cahaba Trace

Planning official for 6 years

PHONE: (205) 585-3000 EDUCATION: Juris Doctorate Thomas Goode Jones Law & BA from AUM FAMILY: Married to my wife of 28 years, Kyra and have three children Alex, Haley, and Kylie. Alex is married to Courtney Allen and they are parents to my 1 year old grandson.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Technology Support Manager 23 years Licensed attorney 20 years

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Helena Lions Club President 2019-2020 Helena History Preservation Committee 2012-Current Board of Directors Old Cahaba HOA 2010-2012 Friends of Helena Schools EMAIL: Education Foundation NoSleepinHelena@gmail.com Friends of the Helena Library

Helena Farmer Market WEBSITE: Committee 2009-Current Hewy4Helena.com Buck Creek Festival 2010-2013 Helena US Census Committee POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: 2010 Served 8 years on Helena City Helena Soccer Coach 2006-2008 Council, served as Council Sunday school Teacher 2004-2009 President 2 years, served as Two by Two Animal Rescue board Planning and Zoning Commission member 2019-Current 8 years, Certified Municipal

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I would be humbled and honored to serve as your representative.

If elected, my priorities would be reducing traffic congestion, supporting public safety and helping Helena schools. We need to make sure we’re using our current resources effectively and be proactive when planning for the city’s future needs. God Bless.

A career in banking spanning over 27 years Beautification Board Chairman - 8 years Committed Volunteer - A Lifetime of Service "Having lived in Helena for over 15 years, I am passionate about our community and want to do my part to keep Helena a great place to live, work and shop. We’ll do that by running a transparent, efficient government and by promoting balanced growth, public safety, vibrant athletic programs and schools we can all be proud of."

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HOOVER

HOOVER POLLING LOCATIONS Hoover has multiple polling locations for municipal elections. To find your polling location visit HooverAL. org/187/polling-locations or contact the Shelby County Board of Registrars at 205-669-3913.

MAYOR FRANK VINCENT BROCATO OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Hoover ADDRESS: 1589 James Hill Cove PHONE: (205) 531-2899 EDUCATION: Paramedic License (UAB, 1974), A.A.S. in Fire Science (Jefferson State, 1979), and Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Sociology (Birmingham Southern College, 1982) FAMILY: Frances (married for 48 years), 3 children, 9 grandchildren EMAIL: fvbrocato1@gmail.com 26 | MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020

WEBSITE: frankbrocatoformayor.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Since 2016, Frank has proudly served as the Mayor of Hoover and has been dedicated to growing the current strong partnership with Hoover City Schools, continuing to build Hoover’s economy for the future, investing in Hoover’s neighborhoods, solving traffic congestion, maintaining strong public safety, and building a diverse and equitable community.

Frank is a forward focused leader working to improve on the great strides already made for the City of Hoover. He has vision for watching trends that are occurring with a changing national, state and local landscape.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Frank has a long history of service with the City of Hoover and began his career with Hoover Fire Department in

1973 where he became the first paramedic for Hoover. After 42 years of service, Frank retired in 2015 as the Chief of Operations and Fire Marshal.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: As a prostate cancer survivor, Frank works hard through the Mike Slive Prostate Research Foundation to help find a cure and to get out the message of testing and early detection. Frank has been active raising support and promoting Hoover Helps and Neighborhood Bridges.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Over my tenure, I created the first comprehensive plan for Hoover and worked hard to bring in economic development, increase education funding and improve safety measures and quality of life for every citizen

H.E. (GENE) SMITH III

LEAH SIEFKA

ADDRESS: 1080 Magnolia Run

the city day to day, someone who has true business experience and someone responsible for employee’s payroll from private funds. The relationship between the Mayor & City Council must be re-established. True transparency needs to occur.

PHONE: (205) 542-2321

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OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 2 for Hoover

OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Hoover

EDUCATION: WA Berry HS- 1975 UAB/Jeff Stattended FAMILY: Wife: Pam J. Smith 3 Adult children 5 grandchildren EMAIL: gs@geneforhoover.com WEBSITE: geneforhoover.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: 4 years Hoover Planning & Zoning Commission 16 years Hoover City Council (Last 4 yrs as City Council President) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 17.5 years Hoover Fire Dept. retired as Capt./Paramedic 32 years entrapraneur consumer finance industry Owner/Operator of 22 Independent corporations, including Hoover Tactical Firearms in Hoover.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Eagle Scout – 1973 Friends of Hoover Aldridge Gardens Bluff Park Neighborhood Association Hoover Chamber of Commerce Bluff Park Methodist Church Citizen’s Visioning Committee – 1999 PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Hoover needs a Mayor who will actually be in charge of running

CURT POSEY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 1 for Hoover ADDRESS: 2504 Belle Terre Drive PHONE: (205) 960-0791 EDUCATION: BA in Communications UAB 2001 EMAIL: curtis.posey@hooveralabama.gov WEBSITE: curtposey.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Hoover City Council Place 1 (2016-2020) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Children’s of Alabama 2006-present PERSONAL MESSAGE: In 2016, we promised voters increased transparency, more funding for education, a comprehensive master plan, and a focus on the arts. We delivered on these promises, but there’s still work to be done. Over the next term, we have to help our city rebound from COVID-19 by supporting our businesses.

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 1 for Hoover

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 2 RON BROWN

MITZI EAKER OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 2 for Hoover ADDRESS: 4062 Highland Ridge Road PHONE: (205) 862-0629 EDUCATION: Bachelor of Social Work, Jacksonville State University FAMILY: Husband Shane and sons Evan and Isaac WEBSITE: www.mitzieaker.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: This is my first time I’m seeking an office for myself. I have worked on other campaigns and assisted with developing public policy with Birmingham’s Rescue Innocence Project.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I’m the owner of Mitzi Jane Media we provide marketing consulting services to small businesses in Alabama.

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Golf Tournament to benefit Hoover City Schools for two years.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I’m an Alabama native who choose Hoover 15 years ago to raise my family. Being a small business owner myself, I desire is to use my work and community experiences in this position for further growth and to provide services to meet the needs of the people.

ROBIN F. SCHULTZ OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 2 for Hoover ADDRESS: P.O. Box 26762 PHONE: (205) 201-0389 EDUCATION: MSCE FAMILY: Wife, Mary Beth, 3 Adult Children who all attended Hoover City Schools EMAIL: robin@robinforhoover.com WEBSITE: www.robinforhoover.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Ran for Hoover City Council Place 7 in 2016 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Business Owner (PC Medics of Alabama since 1999, BluffParkDrone since 2015); CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Learning to Be the Light (refurbish computers and provide them at no cost to low- income Hoover City Schools students); BluffParkAL.org (community 28 | MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020

web site for Bluff Park since 2006 – work closely with community and city); Board of Directors, Hoover City Schools Foundation (2016- 2019); Steering Committee, Special Education Community Alliance Hoover (SECA Hoover) (20162017); Hoover City Schools Superintendents Advisory Committee (Various dates); Hoover Parks & Recreation Volunteer Coach (2018-present); Hoover Parks & Recreation Baseball Umpire (1997- 2007); Sunday School Teacher for Youth Class, College & Career Class; PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I’m a 30 year Hoover resident and have been an advocate for the Bluff Park community since 2006, successfully bringing various projects to Bluff Park, including the police substation. I want to take the knowledge and experience I’ve gained helping my community in the last two decades and bring it to the rest of Hoover.

DINA SHUNNARAH OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 2 for Hoover

SAM SWINEY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 2 for Hoover EDUCATION: Graduate of Hueytown High School. B.S. in Justice Sciences from UAB FAMILY: Wife Nicole, Sons Harrison 9, Oliver 7, and Bennett 1 EMAIL: sam.swiney@gmail.com

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Ran for Hoover City Council in 2016 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Employed with State Farm Insurance for the past 13 years.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Current President of Shades Mountain Baseball Park, Advisory Committee with Hoover City Schools, School leader for Hoover City Dad Brigade, Co-founder of Trucks on the Bluff, Co-founder of Bluff Park Christmas Parade.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I would be honored to serve the city of Hoover as your next city councilman. I love this great city and feel blessed to call it home. I hope you consider me when you go to the polls on August 25th.

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 3 MICHAEL A. JEFFRIES OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 3 for Hoover

JOHN LYDA OFFICE SOUGHT: City Councile Plage 3 for Hoover ADDRESS: 3484 Tamassee Lane PHONE: (205) 623-8549 EDUCATION: BS Business Management, University of Alabama; MBA, UAB FAMILY: Married to Beth Kirkland for 23 Years, Daughter Anna Kate (18) and Son Griffin (15)

EMAIL: johnblyda@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.electjohnlyda.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Served two terms (8 years) on the Hoover City Council PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 23 years with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama where I currently hold the role of Manger of Claims Operations CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Served four years on the Hoover Library Board of Directors, Member and Past President of Hoover Metro Kiwanis Club, Member of Board of Directors for the Assistance League of Birmingham, Member of Board of Directors for the Red Elephant Club of Birmingham, Member of Jefferson County Republican

Party Executive Committee, Member of Board of Directors for the Mid Alabama Republican Club PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: It’s been an honor to serve the citizens of Hoover for the past eight years where I have been a steadfast conservative, probusiness voice for our residents.

I ask for your vote for another term to be able to lead for lower taxes and a high quality of life we all enjoy!

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 4 NATHAN J. REED OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 4 for Hoover

MIKE SHAW OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 4 for Hoover ADDRESS: 3444 Meadow Woods Drive PHONE: (205) 541-6542

EDUCATION: BA in Public Administration, Auburn University FAMILY: Wife Shelley, daughter Melodi (21) at Auburn and son Canon (15) at SPHS EMAIL: mike.shaw@hooverusa.org

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WEBSITE: electmikeshaw.com

PHONE: (205) 774.1399

of School Boards advisory committee.

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: I have served on Hoover City Council for 4 years, where I am technology committee chairman, sports facility advisory chairman, and the Council appointee to Planning and Zoning.

EDUCATION: Bachelors of Science in Civil engineering and a Master degree in engineering, construction management. Both from UAB.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I couldn’t be more honored for the opportunity to serve a second term. It’s my desire to build on that trust and continue to represent our city.

In the future, my goal will be to focus on supporting Hoover businesses, public schools, and rebuilding the city’s brand.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 25 years in Information Technology. Currently CTO/SVP at Mutual Savings Credit Union.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Served on board of Birmingham Infragard for 8 years. Cofounded 501c3 Destination Hoover International which facilitates cultural and international exchange within the city and around the world.

Founded Hoover Technology Roundtable for networking and informational activities among Hoover tech companies and workers who live in the City.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: It’s been an honor to serve as your Councilor. We’ve seen great times and great challenges, however in both cases I’ve served with positivity and a steady hand. As a steadfast, independent advocate for fiscal conservatism, smart growth, world-class schools, and public safety, I ask for your vote for another term.

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 5 DERRICK MURPHY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 5 for Hoover ADDRESS: P.O. Box 350671

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FAMILY: Wife: Shenavia, we lived in Hoover 15 years. Three children. A 22-year-old son at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a 13-year-old daughter at Bumpus Middle School and a 7-year old son at Deer Valley Elementary.

EMAIL: derrick@derrickmurphy.com WEBSITE: www.derrickmurphy.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Completing First term on the City Council. Served five years on the Hoover Board of Education.

Former member of the Hoover Board of Zoning Adjustments.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Murphy, 40, is the Assistant General Manager of Engineering and Maintenance for the Birmingham Water Works. Also, served as an engineer for the Water Works from 2002 to 2015.

He spent about 2½ years as an associate at the Gresham Smith & Partners engineering firm and about 1½ years as a senior project manager for Allworld before returning to the Water Works.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Founder of the Hoover City Dad Brigade, event focused on backto-school cleanup efforts at each Hoover school.

Mentor for eighth-grade boys at Bumpus Middle School.

Served on the YMCA of Hoover Board and Alabama Association

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 6 JAMES “JD” DEER JR. OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 6 for Hoover ADDRESS: 2240 Old Tyler Road PHONE: (205)789-6025 EDUCATION: US Marine Corps, Some College FAMILY: Wife, two daughters EMAIL: jd@jamesdeerjr.com WEBSITE: https://jamesdeerjr.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: This is the first election where I made it on the ballot.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Active duty US Marine Corps with multiple deployments across the globe, including Iraq, Civilian with the US Air Force, Self-employed professional services firm providing business and data analysis services for small businesses to Forbes Top 10 companies. Currently manage

a global data analysis team for one of the world’s largest engineering firms.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Volunteer with Wounded Warriors at the Lakeshore Foundation, Go Baby Go (Cerebral Palsy Foundation), taught work force development courses at the Innovation Depot, Splunk4Good Program, Boy Scouts of America, mentoring.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: How we navigate the next four years has the potential to set the tone for Hoover’s success for a generation to come. We’ll need to make tough decisions and understand we won’t be able to tax our way out of the challenges that lay ahead.

CASEY W. MIDDLEBROOKS, PHD OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 6 for Hoover ADDRESS: 2395 Abbeyglen Circle

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Spain Park High School, Librarian (2010 - present) Midfield High School, Librarian 2007-2010) Hoover Public Library, Librarian (1996-2007) PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I have been honored to serve the past 4 years as your councilman. I ask for your vote again. I will continue to champion transparency and communication. You can count on my continued support for our world class public safety departments and schools as well as an emphasis on infrastructure needs.

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 7 CARIN MAYO OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 7 for Hoover

STEVE MCCLINTON OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 7 for Hoover

PHONE: (205) 475-7544

ADDRESS: 1498 Waterside Circle

EDUCATION: PhD in Leadership in Educational Administration

PHONE: (205) 862-8353

FAMILY: Wife - Ebru Middlebrooks; Sons Aiden & Grady (age 11) EMAIL: casey.middlebrooks@ hooveralabama.gov WEBSITE: http://councilmancasey.com/ POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Hoover City Council (2016 present)

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Mayoral Candidate for Hoover in 2016 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: VP of x.labs (xlabs.tech) a technology company based in West Hollywood, CA that focuses on Public Safety CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Former president of the Hoover City Schools Foundation; VP of Business Development at The Birmingham Children’s Theatre; board member at Hoover Helps, Neighborhood Bridges, Hoover YMCA and Destination Hoover International. Co-founder of the Deer Valley Dads and former president of Bumpus Middle PTO PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I’m proud to say that I love Hoover. I have been a very active and dedicated community servant for over 20 years and now I want to add value to the City that I love at the Council level. I’m asking for your trust and your vote! God’s Speed!

ALLI NATIONS OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 7 for Hoover

FAMILY: Married 24 years, 3 children EDUCATION: 1992-BS, Criminology/Political Science from Auburn EMAIL: steve.mcclinton@gmail.com WEBSITE: stevemcclintonforcitycouncil.com

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INDIAN SPRINGS

No election will be held in Indian Springs due to no opposition.

MAYOR BRENDA BELL-GUERCIO OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Indian Springs

TOWN COUNCIL PLACE 1 HERB ROBINS OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council Place 1 for Indian Springs

TOWN COUNCIL PLACE 2 MARY SUE MCCLURKIN OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council Place 2 for Indian Springs

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TOWN COUNCIL TOWN COUNCIL PLACE 3 PLACE 4 RICHARD HARLEY

ED WHATLEY

OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council Place 3 for Indian Springs

OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council Place 4 for Indian Springs

ADDRESS: 488 Bent Tree Acres EMAIL: riharley@bellsouth.net

TOWN COUNCIL PLACE 5 DALE ELLIOTT OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council Place 5 for Indian Springs

MONTEVALLO

MONTEVALLO POLLING LOCATION Boys and Girls Club 420 Vine St. Montevallo

MAYOR JOYCE JONES OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Montevallo ADDRESS: 531 Tecumseh Street PHONE: (205) 586-4382 EDUCATION: Montevallo High School, University of West Alabama, University of Montevallo FAMILY: Joyce is married to her high school sweetheart, Mike Jones, and they now raise their four children - MyShael, MyKailah, MyCaya, and Michael J (MJ) - in their hometown of Montevallo.

EMAIL: joycejones4mayor@gmail.com

WEBSITE: www.joycejones4mayor.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Montevallo Youth Basketball Program, Organizer and Director Montevallo Arbor and Beautification, Board Member Parnell Memorial Library Foundation Board, Vice President Montevallo Historical Preservation Committee, Chair

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I want to be a mayor who strives to make our city government all about the CITIZENS of Montevallo. My goal is to unify our city to continue on a path toward social equity and economic growth. I want our focus to be on our SECURITY, our COMMUNITIES, and our OPPORTUNITIES.

RUSSELL “RUSTY” NIX

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: University of Montevallo, Administrative Support Staff Shelby Co. Board of Education, Administrative Support Staff SouthTrust Bank, Account Reconciliation & Product Fulfillment Shelby County License Office

OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Montevallo

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Joyce is very active in the community, serving on PTO, Montevallo Athletic Club, Backpack Buddies, and other community outreach programs throughout Shelby County.

EDUCATION: 1981 graduate of Montevallo High School, University of Montevallo, Auburn University, and State Technical College

ADDRESS: 686 Salem Road PHONE: (205) 665-2342

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FAMILY: Wife Melinda Nix, Daughter Anna Nix Bessemer EMAIL: Rnix@cityofmontevallo.com WEBSITE: Facebook.com/Elect-RustyNix-104079624690884/ POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: 3 terms (12 years) as District 1 Council Representative, (Served as Mayor Pro Tempore during the last four year term.) I have served on the Montevallo Water and Sewer Board, Planning and Zoning Board, Park and Recreation Board/Senior Center, Arbor and Beautification Board, Montevallo Trails Committee, Montevallo Historic Preservation Commission, Golf Board, Streets and Sanitation Committee, Health and Safety Committee and the Montevallo Industrial Development Board. I have also served on the hiring committee for Chief of Police, and the Park Director.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Employed locally as a supervisor at Stella-Jones Corporation (previously known as Seaman Timber Company and Boatright Railroad Products) for over 36 years. I have 34 years of management experience that has included managing over 100 employees. I am financially responsible and work with a $7,000,000.00 sales budget in the Bridge Department that serves Class 1 Railroads.

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coached softball for 14 years in our community. I was a member of the Montevallo Jaycees for 4 years. Jaycees projects include: Adopt-A- Mile, Orr Park Community Easter Egg Hunt (which I’m still involved in, going on 25 years), Little Cahaba Clean Up, Main Street Trash Receptacle Project and Shelby County Emergency Assistance “Santa’s Helpers” Project, Montevallo Parks and Recreation projects include: Critters by the Creek, Senior Soup and Bingo, Seniors BQ and bingo and Family Fun and Fitness Day. I am a member of Montevallo 1st Baptist Church.

EMAIL: david@goliathlending.com

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: As Mayor, I will utilize my municipal experience along with proven leadership and management skills to move the City forward. I will push for economic growth, support of local merchants, and provide residents with safe neighborhoods. I will also work with the SCBOE and UM to advance Montevallo’s education system.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Volunteer Firefighter Montevallo Fire and Rescue 1999 - Present I currently hold the rank of Lieutenant

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 1 DAVID KING OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 1 for Montevallo ADDRESS: 13650 Hwy 17

WEBSITE: Facebook.com/Elect-DavidKing-103997508037314 POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: I am a freshman candidate.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: General Manager of Cut & Sew Manufacturing - Summer Classics 2003-2009 General Manager - Mike’s Fine Jewelry 2009-2019 Owner and Founder - Goliath Lending LLC 2019-Present

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I look forward to serving the interests of the people of my district. I am committed to advocating for properly funded public safety departments, responsible fiscal management and protecting conservative values. I will work to encourage business and residential growth while maintaining our small town charm.

TONIA MAYTON OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 1 for Montevallo

PHONE: (205) 438-8484

ADDRESS: 140 Shoal Creek Circle

EDUCATION: B.S. University of Montevallo 2003

PHONE: (205) 260-0369

FAMILY: Wife - Christi King

EDUCATION: BFA from Arizona State University

FAMILY: Spouse - Patrick Mayton, two sons EMAIL: mayton4district1@gmail.com WEBSITE: Facebook.com/mayton4district1/ PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Interned with Arizona Commission on the Arts, Professional photographer, Retail manager CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Served on PTO at Montevallo Elementary, elder at Montevallo Presbyterian Church, volunteer at First Light, steering committee for Montevallo Acceptance Project, Board member of Vallocycle PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I believe in our city! The power of our community can be harnessed in creative ways that will continue to make all of us proud.

I would be honored to serve District 1 on Montevallo’s City Council. Vote for Tonia Mayton on August 25th. We are all in this together!

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 2 LINDA FIELDS MCCRAY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 2 for Montevallo ADDRESS: 77 Western Drive PHONE: (205) 381-6500 EDUCATION: Associate Degree in Business Undergraduate Degree in Social Work, Master’s Degree in Social Work

FAMILY: Milton McCray EMAIL: delois.fields.mccray@gmail.com PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Jefferson County Health Department Office Work (1. Mental Health and 2.

Environmental Health) University of Montevallo Carmichael Library Periodicals Assistant Shelby County Department of Human Resources (DHR) Social Worker CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Assisted in annexation process of Aldrich into Montevallo City Attend council meetings Church Secretary Member of GAMMA Phi Delta Sorority, Inc. (affiliates – NAACP and National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) The sorority participates in community services and activities The sorority assist with various projects, such as and donating to charitable organizations, donating in kind items to resources in and out of county, The sorority also assist the youth with life skills, awarding scholarships to graduating seniors, as well as recognizing seniors in various ways every year in March.

Member of NAACP Volunteered in Aldrich cleanup projects Voting in elections PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: My vision for Montevallo is to have a beautiful inclusive city with leadership that will inspire citizens toward upper mobility, economic equality, adequate housing, health insurance, a clean environment, safe neighborhoods, and promoting more diversity throughout our community. I am willing to

partner with District 2 to become the 2020 Councilwoman to make this vision a reality.

LELIA HORTON MITCHELL OFFICE SOUGHT: Council Council District 2 for Montevallo ADDRESS: 645 Hwy 204 PHONE: (205) 602-1029 EDUCATION: Computer Programmer and BA Advanced Theology FAMILY: James, April, J.B. III and Parker Mitchell; and Jermaine, Qshequilla, Clara and Brock Mitchell EMAIL: lgmitche12@gmail.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Trailblazer in 1968, Lelia along with her sister Juanita and five other students desegregated Calera High School. Lelia Mitchell has spearheaded Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebrations in Almont and George Dailey Parks to promote voter’s registration and improve the welfare of the Montevallo communities.

Additionally, she is the Founder and Executive Director of the Encouragement Learning Foundation, Inc. (ELFI), which offers free literacy and selfmotivational services to adults and youth residing in Shelby County. Participants of ELFI have participated in educational trips to the Birmingham Civic Rights Museum, Sixteenth Street Baptist Church and the Alabama State Capital March for Literacy to understand the importance of MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020 | 35

political policies. In February 2013, Lelia participated in the March in Washington, D.C. at the U.S. Supreme Court regarding the Shelby County, Alabama verses Eric H. Holder court case.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: State of Alabama Unemployment Representative; Alabama Power Company Customer Service; President of Montevallo Middle School Leaders of Tomorrow; Substitute Teacher for Shelby County and Alabaster Schools; Entrepreneur; Founder and Executive Director of the Encouragement Learning Foundation, Inc.; Dean of Records and Instructor for the Shelby Springs District Association; Secretary of Shelby Springs District Women and Mission Conference; President of Missionary Auxiliary at Faith Missionary Baptist Church; Former Montevallo High School

PTA President; American Village Volunteer.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: As District 2 Council, I plan to perform my civic duties by serving as mediator to address citizens’ concerns and fight for the safety and welfare of ALL Montevallo businesses, citizens, and schools with love and serenity.

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 3 BRIAN K. BOLTON OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 3 for Montevallo

KENNETH DUKES OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 3 for Montevallo

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 4 JASON PETERSON OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 4 for Montevallo ADDRESS: 305 Ashville Circle PHONE: (205) 532-2908

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EDUCATION: Studied at UW–Green Bay, Marinette Campus FAMILY: My partner Amanda and I have raised two wonderful children, aged 21 and 17 in Montevallo EMAIL: jwpet72@gmail.com

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: It has been an honor to serve as the representative of District 4 in Montevallo for almost six years. Certified Municipal Official by the Alabama League of Municipalities PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I have worked at the University of Montevallo for 17 years and am currently the Manager of IT Operations. I am also a Certified Information Systems Security Professional.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: I am currently the Chair of the Finance, Economic Development, and Tourism Committee. I am a member of the Public Health and Safety Committee and past Chair of the Sustainability and Technology Committee. I have worked with Streets and Sanitation, Recycling, Arbor & Beautification, ValloCycle, Environmental Preservation, Police, Fire, Code Enforcement, Abatement, Finance, MDCD, INDB, The Chamber of Commerce, and The Historic Preservation Commission. My family has also hosted an exchange student from Echizen Japan, our Sister City.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I want to continue the progress that we have made in Montevallo, and make it an even better place to live for everyone.

I would appreciate your vote on August 25th

SONYA SWORDS OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 4 for Montevallo ADDRESS: 355 Comanche Street PHONE: (205) 641-3409 FAMILY: Mike Swords, Husband A. Kemp Swords, Son E. Blake Swords, Daughter EDUCATION: Hewitt-Trussville High School Bachelor’s of Science in SpeechLanguage Pathology, University of Montrevallo Master’s of Education in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education, University of Alabama at Birmingham EMAIL: sonyamswords@gmail.com PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I have served as a Paralegal to one of Alabama’s largest law firms, and continued to serve under the same attorney for over seven years, assisting in his service as the Jefferson County Conservator. While working in Birmingham, I completed my Master’s in Education at UAB. Upon completion, I transitioned into Education by serving in the Shelby County Schools System. Currently, I am a small business owner and have been managing a successful business for more than seven years. Our business provides an essential service and local jobs in South Shelby County. I look forward to continuing a lifetime of service to the people of our community.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: I believe one of the pillars

of civic development begins locally, through the programs that support sound education.

Through the cultivation of our most precious resources, our children, we will create a better world. I have been and will continue to advocate for K-12 schools, academically and athletically. I have assisted in early intervention services for many years, and will continue to encourage, plan, and collaborate with all my community peers who have a desire to participate in our children’s success.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Hi, my name is Sonya Swords and I am running for Montevallo City Council, District 4. I am passionate about our community and will work to keep it great. I will do that by running a transparent, efficient government, investing in positive growth, and promoting a balanced municipality. Thank you for your support.

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 5 MARTHA EISENBERG OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 5 for Montevallo

ARTHUR HERBERT OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 5 for Montevallo ADDRESS: 165 Meadow Road PHONE: (205) 476-3122 MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020 | 37

EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Educational Psychology (Mississippi State University), Master of Education in Elementary Education (University of Montevallo)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Walmart (from Cartpusher up to Store Manager) 16 years Carmax (Buyer/Wholesale Auction Manager) 4 years Montevallo Elementary School (2nd Grade Teacher) 2020-present

FAMILY: Wife Susan, Daughters Cecelia & Ramona

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Chair of ValloCycle Board, 2016-present Completed 5 builds with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Birmingham Arthur has helped raise over $190k in donations and grants for many organizations, including the Birmingham Parks Department, Rebecca’s Paws for Claws, The Lovelady Center, American Diabetes Association, March for Dimes Alabama Chapter, Alabama Moving Image Association, Children’s Miracle Network, Community Foodbank of Central Alabama, Habitat for Humanity of Greater

EMAIL: Arthur@HerbertForCouncil.com WEBSITE: HerbertForCouncil.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Montevallo City Council June 2019-Present: Chair of Sustainability Committee, Council representative on Arbor & Beautification Board, report to Council on Streets, Sanitation, and Recycling

Birmingham, and ValloCycle.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I am committed to maintaining government transparency, providing deliberate and thoughtful governance, and conserving/growing Montevallo’s historical, natural, and financial resources for current and future generations. I practice responsive representation; I truly believe that diverse opinions make for a stronger representative democracy, and I welcome constituent participation in the legislative process.

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PELHAM

PELHAM POLLING LOCATION Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena 500 Amphitheater Road Pelham

MAYOR ELDON ”DON”GREEN OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Pelham ADDRESS: 2749 Wellington Drive PHONE: (205) 296-9566

EDUCATION: Thorsby High School. Wallace State Community College.

Hamilton University-BS Healthcare AAS-Paramedic Management FAMILY: Kathy Green, spouse ( 33 years) Community College Austin Green, son, Kimberly Green, daughter

EMAIL: eegopac@aol.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Unsuccessful campaign Pelham City Council- 2016 Currently employee representative on Pelham Personnel Board PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Vice President of OperationsStratus Orthopedics(Hoover, Alabama) Retired Battalion Chief-Pelham Fire Department (1989-2016) Paramedic/Tactical MedicAdvanced Orthopedic Physician AssistantCertified (Brookwood Orthopedics, Bryant and Blum Orthopedics,Southlake Orthopedics, Alabama Orthopedic Center, Appell, Bryant and Sorrell Orthopedics) Certified/Licensed Orthotic Fitter (Stratus Orthopedics, Motion Medical, Inc., ROM Therapy Plus) Past Shelby County SupervisorHanks Ambulance Service

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Westwood Baptist Church (Alabaster, Alabama) Alabama Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists Served as representative on Emergency Medical Services Council in Chilton and Shelby County Past Member Alabama Fire Chiefs Association Past member Alabama Tactical Officers Association Assistant Rescue Chief-Union Grove Fire and Rescue(85-86) got married and moved to Pelham State Reporter-Alabama Association-Future Farmers of America (81-82) PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I am offering to fill the position of Mayor of Pelham. I simply ask for all voters in Pelham to VOTE on August 25, 2020, whether for me or not. Literally, “make your mark” on a ballot. Thanks for your consideration.

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GARY WATERS OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Pelham

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 1 SCOTT CHRISTIAN OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 1 for Pelham ADDRESS: 107 Windsor Lane PHONE: (205) 529-8860 EDUCATION: BS Marketing from University of Alabama and Masters Business Administration from Samford University FAMILY: Wife-Carla, Son Connor-22 and Chase-17 EMAIL: scottc4citycouncil@gmail.com WEBSITE: Facebook.com/Scott-Christian-forCity-Council-110292784109959 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: AT&T Senior Carrier Account Manager for 24 years.

CenturyLink Account Director for the last 5 months.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Pelham Park and Recs coach for 11 seasons, volunteer Football coach at Pelham High School for 14 years, Riverchase Middle 40 | MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020

School/PHS Baseball public announcer for 6 years, parent representative for facility maintenance for PHS Baseball and I currently serve as the Chair for the City of Pelham Commercial Development Authority PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I want to make Pelham the kind of city that my boys would be excited about as adults. A sought-after place to begin their careers and raise their own families.

DAVID CORAM OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council​​​​​ Place 1 for Pelham ADDRESS: P.O. Box 1862 PHONE: (205) 632-0890​​​​ EDUCATION: BS in Business Administration - University of Phoenix and Associates of Science in HR Management FAMILY: My wife, Erin, and I have two girls, Sarah Katherine Age 11, and Charlotte Anne, Age 8 EMAIL: davidcoramforpelham@gmail. com WEBSITE: Davidcoramforpelham.com

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: No previous political experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 10 Years in the United States Air Force 20 years in Hospitality Industry (Hotel Management)

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: -Deacon - First Baptist Church Pelham -Sunday School Teacher -First Baptist Church Pelham -Previous Chairman of the Deacon-First Baptist Church Pelham -Matthew Blount American Legion Post 555 - Chaplain, Trustee -Assistant Scoutmaster -BSA Troop 404 -Cubmaster - BSA Pack 404 -Eagle Scout - August 1994 -American Heritage Girls Leader Troop 1989 PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: My family has been in the Pelham Community for almost 20 years. I’m running to bring true representation of the citizens to the City Council. I believe in servant leadership that brings the desires of the citizens to city hall, not my personal agendas. I want to be your voice!

PAUL HOWELL OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 1 for Pelham ADDRESS: 817 Ballantrae Parkway PHONE: (250) 902-6375 EDUCATION: Undergraduate studies USMA, West Point, NY, Masters McNeese State Univ., Lake Charles, LA FAMILY: Married 33 years to Dianna Howell, children: Kristen, Nathan, and Ian Howell EMAIL: Electpaulhowell@mac.com

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Pelham City Schools Board of Education from 2013 to 2019 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Retired Military – Army, Plant Manager and General Manager with Emerson Electric and Lennox, Consultant with ProAction in Chicago for M&A, currently working with Dianna Howell and Keller Williams in Residential Real Estate with the Howell Group CIVIC EXPERIENCE: YMCA & AYSO soccer coach and Referee, Youth Baseball, Church finance Committees, Field Force Officer for USMA, President of the West Point Society of Birmingham and Central Alabama, Committee Member for Rep. Spencer Bachus, Gary Palmer, and Terri Sewell for nominations to US Service Academies, Board

Member for AOG Board of Trustees Nomination Committee, Committee Member for Gov. Kay Ivey’s Grade Level Reading Initiative for Alabama PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Pelham is my home, I love what we have going on in Pelham but I believe we can and should do more. More for our Schools, Seniors, and First Responders. I have the experience to ask the hard questions to get results.

Vote Paul Howell on 25 August.

Mayor of Pelham

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 2 LARRY PALMER OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 2 for Pelham ADDRESS: 805 Grey Oaks Circle

PHONE: (205) 623-8403 EDUCATION: BS in Criminal Justice FAMILY: Married to Kathy Palmer with four children EMAIL: larrypalmerforpelham@gmail.com WEBSITE: larrypalmerforpelham.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: This is my first time to run for a political office.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Thirty three (33) years in law enforcement, all with the City of Pelham. Retired as Chief of Police in October of 2019.

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CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Past Board member with SafeHouse of Shelby County.

Past Chairman of the Board for Shelby County Department of Human Resources. Past employee representative on City of Alabaster Civil Service Board.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Our City’s future is facing many challenges. Vision and Planning are essential to our success.

Being employed by the City for many years has given me the education, experience and skills necessary to perform as your city councilman. I will work to give you a voice in our City.

RON SCOTT OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 2 for Pelham ADDRESS: 1332 Caliston Way

PHONE: (205) 837-1451 EDUCATION: Graduated from Samford University FAMILY: Wife Sarah & Two Adult Children FACEBOOK: “Ron Scott for Pelham” EMAIL: ron.scott@charter.net POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Two terms on Pelham City Council.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Numerous memberships in civic clubs, Pelham Library Guild, Pelham Municipal Committees, Shelby County Chamber of Commerce and member of Riverchase United Methodist Church.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I’m proud of the tremendous changes that have been made in Pelham over my two terms as a member of the City Council.

The creation of a Pelham School System, a new Pelham Library, two new schools, the Rec Center are just a few examples of what has been accomplished.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Broadcast Journalism and Thirty Two year career in Association Management and Lobbyist at State and Federal levels.

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CITY COUNCIL PLACE 3 CHAD LEVERETT OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 3 for Pelham ADDRESS: 101 Talmadge Drive PHONE: (205) 482-4065 EDUCATION: BS Information Systems from UAB. In 2019, I elected to further my education by obtaining an MBA from UAB, and I now have 58% of the graduate degree completed, with a 3.71 GPA.

FAMILY: Melissa Leverett (wife of 19 years) and six-year-old son EMAIL: chadleverettforpelham@gmail. com WEBSITE: Facebook.com/ ChadLeverettForPelham POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: None, but I am enthusiastic about serving the people of Pelham PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 21 years of investigative experience Current – 14 years for Nationwide Insurance as a Special Investigator Prior – combined 7 years investigating fraud for SouthTrust Bank and Colonial Bank I have served as the treasurer

of the Alabama Chapter of the International Association of Special Investigation Units (IASIU) for several years with the treasury account balance rising over 1,000% and membership growing over 240% while holding this position.

I served for several years on the board and most recently as the chapter Secretary of the Alabama Association of Arson Investigators (AAAI).

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: I served on the HOA board and then as the HOA Vice President of Pelham’s Eagle Cove Community PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Fellow Pelham Panthers: Having a six-year-old entering the first grade at Pelham Ridge, I am committed to this fine city more than ever. I will listen to your concerns, vote on

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legislation with a very strong moral compass, and I would be humbled to have your vote.

BETH MCMILLAN OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 3 for Pelham ADDRESS: 104 Granville Lane PHONE: (205) 620-3909

EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Finance, UAB FAMILY: Married to Alan McMillan and we have 5 children, Jenny, Andy, Abby, Lindsay and Nick

EMAIL: City Park for residents to mcmillan7@charter.net enjoy. Your vote will help

me to continue enhancing POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: economic development and our Currently completing my recreational facilities/services.

2nd term on the Pelham City RICK WASH Council and have been an active OFFICE SOUGHT: participant with the League of City Council Municipalities and Alabama City/ County Management Association. Place 3 for Pelham PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: ADDRESS: I was the Manager of Operations Indian Creek at St. Vincent’s East, St. Vincent’s Subdivision Blount and St. Vincent’s St. Clair. I am currently with the PHONE: Deployment Team and have (205) 492-2322 supported several hospitals over the last fifteen months.

EDUCATION: University of Alabama PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I’ve enjoyed serving Pelham FAMILY: for eight years and am excited My wife, Cindy, and I are to build upon what we have blessed with six children, three accomplished. We have made grandchildren, and two dogs. great strides with our schools and creating a family friendly

I WILL FIGHT FOR MORE...

Marrried to Dianna Howell for 33 years. I am a member of the West Point Society of Bham, serving as their President. Founding member of Pelham City Schools Board of Education.

Retired Major US Army

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Funding for our schools Recreational opportunities for our youth Services for our seniors Communication between city hall & citizens Community wide events Support for city employees PAUL Fire coverage for Hwy 11

I WILL...

HOWELL

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Fight to get results Push to have a modern city hall Stand up for fiscallly conservative principles Recruit retail Reduce commute times on Hwy 261 & 52

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EMAIL: rwash07@gmail.com PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I served as a Pelham Police Officer for thirteen years and was implemental in bringing the D.A.R.E. program to the City. Afterwards, I was the Chief Operating Officer for a large event management company, and I currently hold the position of Business Development Manager for a local chemical and solvent company.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: I was instrumental in the development of the D.A.R.E. program for the City of Pelham. I served on the Advisory Board for Project Safe Place. I was honored to carry the Olympic Torch as a Hometown Hero in the 1996 Summer Olympics.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I would be honored to have the opportunity to represent the citizens of Pelham. I grew up in Pelham and have been fortunate enough to raise my children here.

My political platform is simple: To be a servant of the people and to always do my best to represent them.

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 4 BECKY BEALL OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 4 for Pelham ADDRESS: 2536 Dalton Drive PHONE: (205) 994-5982

EDUCATION: Calhoun Community College.

Austin High School, Decatur FAMILY: Husband Larry, four kids, two grandkids EMAIL: amom4u@aol.com PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I am a writer of some 25+ years with a strong background in editing, freelance and copywriting, mostly in the fields of travel, automotive and economic development.

Additionally, I am a speaker, podcast host, blogger and television personality doing travel segments for Fox 6 Good Day Alabama.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: I have been actively involved in this city for many years from

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my time as a room mom, team mom, substitute teacher, softball and basketball coach, planning committee member for various Pelham events and more. I have served on the Parks and Recreation Executive Board, inaugural board for Pelham Girls Rec League Basketball and been the host for Pelham Living video series.

ADDRESS: P.O. Box 1175

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: We raised all four of our children in Pelham and I have been very involved in the community and our schools. I love our city and want to use my business, economic development, and marketing/social media experience to provide leadership and a vision for how Pelham can achieve its potential.

FAMILY: Married 11 years to Amanda Mercer with 3 Kids Emma , Katie, and Natalie

MAURICE MERCER OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 4 for Pelham

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PHONE: (205) 937-3092 EDUCATION: Troy University Bachelors in Business Administration

EMAIL: mercermaurice@gmail.com WEBSITE: MauriceMercer.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Elected to Pelham City Council in 2012, Re-Elected in 2016

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Current CEO of KatsDelivery.com an on-demand delivery company and 2019 Shelby County Small Business of the year.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Church of the Highlands small group leader and dream team central member. Past president and current board member of the Arc of Shelby County Graduate and member of Leadership Shelby County. Founding member of the Pelham Library Guild.

Taste of Pelham co-chairmain Past president and member of the Alabaster/Pelham Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Past president of the Hidden Creek HOA as well as the Pelham City Wide HOA. Troy University Alumni Association Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Advocate with the Scleroderma Foundation Shelby County support group.

Former member and president of the Pelham Beautification board. 2019 Co-room parent with spouse at Pelham Ridge.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I’m proud to be a calm voice and advocate for both residents and city employees. We ‘ve accomplished so much by adding to the quality of life with investments in Schools, Library, and Parks/Recreation. I will continue to promote: fiscal responsibility, transparency, community, and communication.

Please Vote Mercer for continued progress!

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 5 DANNY BARRY OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 5 for Pelham ADDRESS: 2041 Hwy. 33 PHONE: (205) 358-3921 EDUCATION: Graduate Shades Valley High School. Attended Jefferson State Junior College. Attended Liberty Bible College, Pensacola, Florida

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: I was very active in youth sports and other activities in city of Homewood. I was the President of the Homewood Youth Soccer Club and helped organize city sponsored fun runs and races.

I was the Vice President of Mid State Soccer Association.

Coached the Homewood Thunder Soccer Team for 13 seasons. State Certified Soccer Referee. Started the Buffalo Rock Soccer Club and played for them for several years. I have been a member of the Pelham Park Advisory Board for seven years.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I will work with the Mayor, our City Manager, all the Department Heads, the School Board, in hope to bring unity and prosperity to Pelham. I would like to introduce to our leaders plans to build strategically located storm shelters in our city which are available for all the people.

MILDRED LANIER OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 5 for Pelham PHONE: (205) 834-8345

FAMILY: Father and Grandfather of 3

FAMILY: Mother, Bereniece Lanier; Father, Rev. Moreland Adam Lanier, Deceased

E-MAIL: Invisadan@aol.com

EMAIL: mildred@votemildredlanier.com

WEB SITE: Vote4DannyBarry.com

WEBSITE: Votemildredlanier.com

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: I have worked with a number of people in the past 8 years hoping to see change in the City of Pelham. This is My first time to run for office.

EDUCATION: Trinity International University of Ambassadors/ Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy Humane Letters. Birmingham-Southern College/ Master of Public and Private Management. University

of Oklahoma/ Master of Music.

Samford University/Bachelor of Arts in Music POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: 4 Years Pelham City Council, (President Pro Tem) 10Years Pelham Planning and Zoning Commission, (4 Years Commission Chair) City Council Liaison to the Pelham Board of Education Ex Officio on the Board for the Pelham City Schools Foundation Committee on Community and Economic Development of the Alabama League of Municipalities PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Over 20 Years Teaching in Higher Education Faculty Member in the Business & Liberal Arts Departments at Jefferson State Community College Jefferson State Leadership Academy Alabama Community College System Instructional Leadership Academy Leadership Shelby County CIVIC EXPERIENCE: National Community Association Institute Board of Trustees Award of Excellence in Government and Public Affairs. Board of Trustees of American Village. Board of Directors of The Day Program.

Board of Directors of CASA. National Board of Directors Foundation for Community Association Research PERSONAL STATEMENT TO VOTERS: I am truly grateful to the citizens of Pelham for their vote of support four years ago, and I do not take their support lightly. I humbly ask for the privilege to continue to serve Pelham, the city we love, for another four years.

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VINCENT

VINCENT POLLING LOCATION Vincent Revival Center 6121 Co Road 85 Vincent

MAYOR JAMES “JIM” LATIMER OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Vincent PHONE: (205) 639-2481 EDUCATION: Briarwood Christian High School EMAIL: jimlat@fsik9.com WEBSITE: Facebook.com/ JamesLatimerforMayor/ PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: President of FSI K9 Services 2012 - Present Member of the Board of Directors for World Detector Dog 48 | MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020

Organization 2008 - Present Reserve Police Officer for Vincent AL 2015 -2020 CIVIC EXPERIENCE: APOSTC certified Law Enforcement Officer in the State of Alabama PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I am now, and always will be, committed to the safety, prosperity, and general wellbeing of the citizens of Vincent, and am honored at the support and encouragement that this community has shown me.

BRIDGETTE JORDAN SMITH OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Vincent ADDRESS: P.O. Box 171

PHONE: (205) 281-5274 EDUCATION: University of Alabama Bachelor of Science, Child Development, 1992. Vincent High School, 1987.

EMAIL: Bamajordan92@gmail.com POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: City Council member since 2008 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Worked in the field of Child Development 1992 - present Tax Specialist, HR Block, 1999 -present CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Leadership Shelby County 2006 graduate Board of Directors 2008 – present Board President 2015 - 2017 Shelby County Chamber Board of Directors 2019 -present

Governor’s Human Trafficking Task Force 2017 - present Alabama League of Municipalities 2008-present Certified Municipal Officer, emeritus designation Human Development Committee 2010 – present Human Development Committee Chair 2016 – 2018 State and Federal Legislation Committee 2019 - 2020 Stimulus Task Force 2020 Thrive Together Shelby County Vincent High School Capital Campaign Committee 2018 - 2020 Council Representative, Library Board Chair, Park and Recreation Board Worthy Matron, Order of Eastern Star PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: It has been an honor to serve the City of Vincent as a councilmember since 2008. The experience I have gained and the passion that remains puts me as the most qualified candidate to serve as your next Mayor.

I am committed to engaging all citizens in moving Vincent forward.

MARSHALL SMOOT JR. OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Vincent

EMAIL: msmoot@gmail.com PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Over 10yrs experience working for the Alabama Department Of Corrections and 3+yrs working with Birmingham City Schools.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I want the voters to know that I have a vision for Vincent.

Finishing the sewer, building the community center and bringing programs to the city to help the youth progress into young adults and finding grants for our special needs children to teach them how to be more self-reliant.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Volunteer with Oak Mountain Missions, and with Abiding Hope, food missions for 16 years. Volunteer with Kings Home for 6 years: PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I pledge to support programs that better life in Vincent and for its citizens.

JIMMY BARBER OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 1 for Vincent

SOPHIA W. ROBERSON OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 1 for Vincent

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CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 2

GARY ANACKER

ERNEST KIDD JR

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 1 for Vincent

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 2 for Vincent

ADDRESS: 440 Howard Hill Drive

ADDRESS: 1656 Hwy 231

PHONE: (205) 500-2481 EDUCATION: BS Business

PHONE: (205) 613-5032 EDUCATION: Associates in Applied Science

ADDRESS: 107 Cotton Lane

FAMILY: Wife Judy, 3 Adult Children, 10 Grandchildren

FAMILY: Married, three children, five grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren

PHONE: (256) 404-2225

EMAIL: hipwr308@gmail.com

EMAIL: earnestkidd53@icloud.com

EDUCATION: Lincoln High School College: Ministry International Institute

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Currently serving on Vincent Planning Commission

FAMILY: Wife Aurora K.Smoot Children: Takyla M.Smoot Takera M. Smoot and Caleb B. Smoot

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 42 years business experience of which 30 were in Alabama

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 26 years Supervisor Distribution Operations United State Postal Service 8 years Sales Representative CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Worked at City Park in conjunction with National Guard Lectured young people concerning the important of voting PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I strongly encourage you to get out and VOTE. Vincent’s future depends on you! I’m a proven leader with a stellar record and a heart for Vincent. I want to be a voice for all Vincent residents.

Let’s work together to make Vincent a wonderful place to work and live.

SAMECCA ROBERTSONMCCRIMON OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 2 for Vincent ADDRESS: 289 Hwy 466 PHONE: (205) 445-4389 FAMILY: Shontell McCrimon (Husband), Skyler McCrimon (Son) 13, Skylynn McCrimon (Daughter) 6, Christin Castleberry (GodDaughter) EDUCATION: 1999 Graduate of Vincent High School, Associates in Arts, Strayer University, Bachelor of Business Administration, Strayer University, Master of Business Administration, Faulkner University PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Office Manager/Bookkeeper @ Vincent Middle High School Shelby County Department of 50 | MUNICIPAL ELECTION GUIDE 2020

Human Resources 14 years in the Finance (Banking) Industry

Ministry to the community through my profession as a Pastor

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I will be committed to leading with a servant’s heart, be a listening ear, and be a voice of concerns for our entire community to make it better for all of us to live in. I will serve with pride, integrity, commitment and vision.

“Your Concerns Are My Concerns.”

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: My desire is to serve the people of Vincent. I love the city and have chosen it as my home. Let’s Make a Difference for Vincent.

Let

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 3 JAMES NATHAN POE OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 3 for Vincent

DARRYL WOOD OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 3 for Vincent ADDRESS: 132 Thatcher Drive PHONE: (205) 915-0430 EDUCATION: Bachelors—Samford University; Masters and Doctoral degrees New Orleans Baptist Seminary FAMILY: Marcie, spouse; 2 children and 4 grandchildren

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 4 RALPH B. KIMBLE, JR. OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 4 for Vincent

CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 5 COREY ABRAMS OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 5 for Vincent EDUCATION: BS Interdisciplinary Studies Samford University, Certified Paralegal Samford University FAMILY: Christina Abrams (Wife), Chloe Abrams (Daughter) and Carlee Abrams (Daughter) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP for 18 years

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: EMAIL: Planning Commission (Vincent) darrylwood6@gmail.com

PERSONAL MESSAGE: PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Let’s do better going forward Retired as Pastor of First Baptist Church Vincent. Currently Chaplain for Lakeside Hospice CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Member, Vincent Library Board.

MARY LEE REYNOLDS OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council District 5 for Vincent ADDRESS: 1677 Highway 83 PHONE: (205) 672-2482 FAMILY: Married, Raymond Reynolds (husband), 5 adult children EMAIL: sitter38@bellsouth.net EDUCATION: University of Alabama Birmingham Bachelor of Science, Political Science, Vincent High School, Graduate POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Three terms city council, helped

establish Planning Commission 1990, serve as City Council representative, League of Municipalities Certifications, City Clerk – Served 20 years, Court Clerk – Served 25 years, City Planner – Served 14 years

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 26.5 years, City of Vincent (Court Clerk, City Clerk, Planner), 4 years substitute teacher Vincent Middle High School, 1.5 years, Bookkeeper, BTN Bank

since1977. I hope to continue serving on the City Council for another term. I am by nature a peace maker and a problem solver. I trust you will place your vote of confidence in me on August 25th.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Vincent Planning Commission – Certified, Vincent Library Board, Vincent Medical Board, R.A. Kidd Cemetery Committee, South Shelby Chamber of Commerce, Past Board Member, Vincent First Baptist Church Ministries PERSONAL MESSAGE: It has been my honor to serve Vincent in many capacities

Your voice, your ..........

Live results from Vincent's election available at Shelbycountyreporter.com

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WESTOVER

No election in Westover due to no opposition.

MAYOR LARRY RIGGINS OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Westover

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 1 JAY CRISMAN

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 4 SUSAN LANE OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 4 for Westover ADDRESS: P.O. Box 356

OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 1 for Westover

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 5

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 2

ROBERTA STAMP OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 5 for Westover

WAYNE JONES OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 2 for Westover

CITY COUNCIL PLACE 3 ANNETTE TYLER OFFICE SOUGHT: City Council Place 3 for Westover

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EDUCATION: BS in Mathematics (Denison University, Ohio), MS in Computer Science (University of Arizona) EMAIL: rstamp@westoveralabama.org POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: 13 years - Westover Board of Zoning Adjustments chairperson 1.5 years - Westover City

Councilmember (appointed to fill a vacated seat)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Currently retired after many years in the Information Technology sector: programmer, analyst, documentarian, technical writer, customer support, and product support.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Member of the Shelby County 2020 Census Complete Count Committee. Active member of Shades Valley Lutheran Church (quilting group, choir, worship assistant). Board member of FOOTMAD (Friends of Old Time Music and Dance)

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: I have lived in my adopted home town of Westover for over 20 years. I want to do all I can to guide and steer it as it continues to grow and develop - working to maintain the area’s natural beauty and characteristics as it continues to grow and mature.

WILSONVILLE

WILSONVILLE POLLING LOCATION Wilsonville Town Hall 9905 N Main St Wilsonville

MAYOR RICKY RAY MORRIS OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Wilsonville POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: 16 years on Wilsonville Council PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Lawn care service for 25 years.

Worked 42 years as a utility man, assistant plant control operator apprentice mechanic, equipment operator, material man for APCO, member on IBCW 2077 for 42 years.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: 40 years on volunteer fire department for Wilsonville.

Serves the Park and Rec for the city. Serves on the cemetery committee.

PERSONAL MESSAGE: Together we can do much!!! I love Wilsonville and would be honored to serve the citizens of the city.

GREG SMITH OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Wilsonville ADDRESS: 228 Dogwood Ridge PHONE: (334) 303-1025 EDUCATION: CC of USAF and Co Tech. Law Enforcement And Electronic Eng. Completed 120 Hours but did not graduate, change of duty station to over seas.

FAMILY: Married with a Daughter and Step Son.

EMAIL: gsmith@advbb.com PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 11 Years Active Duty USAF. Decorated Disabled Vet. 8 year AT&T/Lucent, 13 years Cisco Systems, CA technologies, Peak 10, Dasher and now Layer 3 Communications. Technician, Engineer, Account Manager, Director an Regional Manager. All Tech Companies.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Recruitment Board, TechBridge Charities. Bringing technology to non-profits. Presenter and Gold Sponsor Alabama CIO Orby Awards recognizing the top technology leaders in Alabama.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Leadership and experience to help our community prepare for this decade: -A safe, secure community in which to live, work and play.

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providers.

-High Speed Internet available to our entire community.

-Grow our tax base and the businesses in our town.

TOWN COUNCIL AT LARGE RICHARD ATCHISON OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council for WIlsonville

MAVIS COHILL OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council for WIlsonville

W. GORDON FLUKER OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council for WIlsonville ADDRESS: 250 Heron Cove PHONE: (205) 669-1090 EDUCATION: BS Civil Engineering FAMILY: Wife- Nancy. W. Fluker

Surveyor, State of AlabamaRetired Registered Professional Engineer, State of Ohio- Retired CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Past Master- Wilsonville Masonic Lodge, current member of South Shelby Masonic Lodge No. 140 PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Served on our town council for the last four years.

Active member of Wilsonville Baptist Church and Bible Study Teacher.

My career in the engineering/ construction field enables be to identify needs, prepare bid documents and solicit supply and construction of improvements.

LAUREN KENNAMER

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Since returning to Alabama in 1997 and being able to find a home on Lay Lake in Wilsonville, I have tried to be involved in the community of Wilsonville and volunteered to assist in many needs of the community. I will listen to concerns and represent the citizens of Wilsonville.

OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council for WIlsonville

DR. KAREN MCCARTY

LARRY LOWE OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council for Wilsonville ADDRESS: 31 McClure Drive

EMAIL: PHONE: flukerw@rocketmail.com (205) 669-4904

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: EDUCATION: Served on Wilsonville Town BS Finance, Auburn University, ‘72 Council for four years New Playground Equipment, New FAMILY: Fencing, Lighting and Security Spouse Barbara Cameras in Oak Meadow Park New Bleachers and Press Box EMAIL: Stairs and Landing in Helms Park llowe22@gmail.com Landscaping and Maintenance at Central Park PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Federal Bank Regulator (Bank PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Examiner) Federal Deposit Worked for Rust Engineering and Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Construction Co. and Kellogg, November 1972 – December 2004.

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Assist in Annual “Wreaths Across America” to honor Veterans Volunteer - Community Service to Build Wheelchair Ramps Member of the Town Community Development Authority Member of the Town Weed Abatement Board Coordinator Christmas Lights for the Town of Wilsonville Represent the Town of Wilsonville on the 2020 Census

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Resident of Wilsonville for 23 years

OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council for Wilsonville ADDRESS: 2321 Hebb Road PHONE: (205) 218-6187 EDUCATION: PhD, MPH, MSN, Pediatric NP FAMILY: Husband, six children, 3 grandchildren and a barn full of animals EMAIL: karensaenz@att.net PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Registered Nurse for 43 years and continue to practice part time as a pediatric nurse practitioner at Children’s of Alabama.

Retired as Associate Professor of Nursing teaching undergraduate through doctoral nursing students at the University of

Central Florida, UAB, and lastly, the University of Alabama.

Led the UAB study abroad program to Santa Rosa de Copan Honduras, training future nurses in community and public health best practices.

Through a foundational grant, worked with the Center for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia, travelling there over a period of 3 years, teaching clinical skills to health care professionals in remote parts of the country.

Hosted several international nursing retreats at my Wilsonville farm with guests from Zambia, Brazil, Portugal, Italy, Spain, Japan, Honduras, and Canada.

Was a United States representative at the World Health Organization conference in Osaka, Japan.

Has published dozens of peerreviewed articles in health care provider journals and other publications.

Was appointed by the Governor and served on the initial Alabama Pediatric Obesity Task Force.

Served as head of UAB undergraduate Community and Public Health courses, coordinating undergraduate nursing student experiences in diverse settings throughout Alabama.

CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Currently a member of the Childersburg Rescue Team, equestrian division (which serves Wilsonville). Member of the Fine Arts Club of Wilsonville. My husband has been the Mayor of Wilsonville for 8 years, and I spent many hours assisting with community and town events.

PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Having always wanted a horse and acreage, I was thrilled to move to Wilsonville in 2006. My small town has my friends, my animals, my land, and my favorite store (Coosa Valley). Wilsonville’s

been good to me, and I wish to contribute all I can towards making it even better.

BLAKE RAY OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council for Wilsonville ADDRESS: P.O. Box 311 PHONE: (205) 296-1780 FAMILY: Wife-Alana; Children- Anna Kate; Ainsley, Amelia EDUCATION: Auburn University- B.S. Agriscience Education; Shelby Co. High School EMAIL: raywill@auburn.edu WEBSITE: Elect Blake Ray for Wilsonville Town Council (Facebook) POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Wilsonville Town Council 20162020 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: US Dept. of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service Shelby County Schools: Agriscience Teacher; Construction Tech Instructor CIVIC EXPERIENCE: Wilsonville Baptist Church Wilsonville Fire Department Shelby County Cattlemen’s Association AL Association of Career Technical Education PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Thank you Wilsonville for your support over the past four years! Please join me once again this August as we build upon Wilsonville’s heritage of being

a wonderful place to worship, work, learn, and live!

MELISSA ROSETTA OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council for Wilsonville ADDRESS: 67 Vick Circle PHONE: (205) 669-1747 EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science Jacksonville State Master of Science In Environmental Mgt. Samford FAMILY: Husband – Dennis Rosetta EMAIL: MelissaRosetta@bellsouth.net POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Town Council Member 2004-2008; 2008-2012; 2016-Present PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Manager for 35 years with AT&T CIVIC EXPERIENCE: --Member of RSVP --Member of Wilsonville United Methodist Church, Choir Member, and Member of United Methodist Women PERSONAL MESSAGE TO VOTERS: Please allow me to serve you again on the Town Council. A few of my goals are to continue the search for a restaurant; research on-line payment of water bills; clean-up unsafe structures; update our town website and repair city roadways. I would be honored to represent you again.

DAVID USELTON OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council for Wilsonville

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WILTON

No election in Wilton due to no opposition.

MAYOR JESSICA S. MARTIN OFFICE SOUGHT: Mayor of Wilton

TOWN COUNCIL TOWN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2 DISTRICT 4 VICTORIA BARNES

CLYDE E. CROCKETT

OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council District 2 for Wilton

OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council District 4 for Wilton

JOANN HAMM

LATOYA COTTINGHAM CHAPPELL

TOWN COUNCIL TOWN COUNCIL TOWN COUNCIL DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 5 TBD

As of the qualifying deadline, no one had qualified

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OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council District 3 for Wilton

OFFICE SOUGHT: Town Council District 5 for Wilton

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