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[WATCH] Sylacauga City Council Board Interviews, Work Session & Council Meeting. 6/16/2026
Published: Jun 16, 2026
Council Postpones Review of Greater Birmingham Humane Society Proposal
The City Council reviewed information regarding the Greater Birmingham Humane Society, which was received shortly before the meeting. Due to lack of time to review, the council decided to postpone discussion and a potential vote until the next meeting. Contact information for questions about the proposal was also sought.
Residents Voice Differing Opinions on Department Head Attendance at Council Meetings
During the public comment period, resident Greer Bigney addressed the council regarding the mayor's veto of a resolution concerning department head attendance at meetings. Bigney argued that department heads report to the mayor, not the council, and their attendance should be at the mayor's discretion. Conversely, resident Rhonda Hen advocated for department heads' presence, viewing it as a leadership responsibility and a way to foster community engagement. The council procedures, including a vote on department head attendance, were referenced.
New Appointments Made to Board of Education and Utility Board; Police Equipment Declared Surplus
The City Council discussed and voted on the appointment of members to the Board of Education and the Utility Board. Kermit Bron Gardner was appointed to the Board of Education for a five-year term, succeeding Gregory Bailey. Brad Porch was reappointed to the Utility Board for a six-year term. The council also approved a motion to declare surplus police department equipment and authorize its disposal.
City Council Approves CDBG Grant Application for Paving Project
The City Council discussed a public hearing regarding a proposed paving project for fiscal year 2027, funded by a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Elizabeth Harkit presented the project, which includes paving Fluker Street, a section of South Nashville Avenue, East Park Street, a section of East Milton Street, and Glenwood Drive. The grant ceiling is $500,000, with a proposed matching fund of $600,000. Street selection is based on factors like the number of houses and poverty levels. A resident inquired about South Hammet Avenue not being on the list, and it was explained that this grant targets specific criteria, while other lists exist for different funding priorities. The council ultimately voted to approve the grant application with matching funds.
Council Debates Department Head Attendance at Meetings Amidst Veto Discussion
The City Council discussed the role and presence of department heads at council meetings. Councilmember Nate Brewer suggested that department heads should attend meetings regularly, while Mayor Hover indicated that department heads work for him and their attendance should be at his discretion. Two residents, Greer Bigney and Rhonda Hen, spoke during public comments, with Bigney supporting the mayor's stance and Hen advocating for department heads' presence as a leadership example. The discussion stemmed from a veto of a resolution concerning department head attendance.
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